Skip to ContentDick Hansons Health TipsHomeHow BioScience Is Making Us All Live Longer7 Grocery habits of slimmer womenBy Dick Hansen on 11/28/2012We list down some health tips that can help you navigate the aisles of the grocery just like how super fit women do:Shop with a listMake your list. Bring your list. And stick to your grocery list. Studies have shown that the impulse buys you make are the most fattening products on your grocery cart.Don’t shop when you are in rush, tired, or hungryYou need to be mentally ready when you hit the grocery store. Have a snack before heading out and give yourself enough time to get what you need. When you are focused, you will also be able to avoid buying things that you do not need.Get your favorites at the freezer sectionNo, we are not talking about the pizza, the chicken nuggets, or the fries. You can also find on these aisle the frozen veggies and frozen fruits. Aside from being healthy, they are also cheaper than the fresh ones yet containing the same nutrients.Get in-season produceSplurge for fruits that are in season. Stock up if you want so you have them when you crave for them.Buy snacks but not junk foodsGet foods that will satisfy your snack craving without ruining your healthy lifestyle. Skip the greasy junk foods and instead go for healthier options like berries, bananas, or oatmeal.Read the labelsIf you want to be truly healthy read the labels of the products you are buying. Avoid to much sugar, calories, and fat.Check the expiration dateAside from making sure that you do not take in expired food, you also avoid wasting money and the hassle of bring the items back to the store.This entry is filed under Food, Health and tagged Food, Grocery, Health tips.5 Things that can help you be happyBy Dick Hansen on 09/17/2012Are you happy? What are you doing to be happy? Studies have revealed different factors that make us happy. This includes genes, life choices, personal characteristics, and well-being. Here are some things that you can try to be happier:Some cultureThose who watch ballet or go to an art exhibit and other activities that enrich culture are healthier and happier. This is according to a study back in 2011 printed on the Journal of Epidemiology. Men are happier when they enage in volunteer work, outdoor hobbies, and physical activities. Women are happiest in sports events and church activities.Get a petOwners of dogs or cats tend to be happy. Pet owners attributes their better outlook in life because of the increased self-esteem brought about by having a pet. Taking care of a pet somehow improves the sense of meaning and belongingness.Give backGiving back to other people promote happiness. A happiness boost is experienced by people who give their money away to help people in need instead of spending it for themselves. Those who also help in worthwhile causes tend to live longer.Have some sexThis can be a no-brainer but enjoying an intimate time with your partner under the sheets is al