New studies have shown that socializing has major health benefits. Imagine some day getting a doctors note to spend more time with friends and family. There is now real links between socializing and how it  detours dementia and depression. That beer at happy hour might just be paying off after all. Also physical activity is proven to help with depression as well. So, does this mean a walk to the pub for happy hour? It could, and it might just help you feel better, IF you are willing to socialize. Just sitting alone watching whatever is on the TV will not count 🙁 Ideally you would invite some friends and have some fun. With over 7% of all Americans getting some form of dementia after 65, it’s a real threat. Starting now to help fight it off will have the best effects long term. The best way to help prevent this is to exercise and believe or not, be social. Just spending one day with grand kids can help prevent dementia. A test with 186 Australian grandmas all saw better results when they were more social. Here is some other ideas to get more social: Plan a play date, lunch […]