If you’d like to live a few years longer, have some nuts..

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We should all be eating a handful of nuts today – IF we want to live longer... 

Dan Buettner, author of “The Blue Zones,” says that’s one of the secrets to longevity. People who eat small portions of nuts 5 days a week live an average of 2 years longer than those who don’t. Here are a few more routines to add to your fountain of youth:

• Laugh – a lot! It feels good and lowers your risk of heart attack.

• Cherish your friends. Socializing regularly and sharing hopes and fears with a close friend does wonders for your well-being – and theirs.

• Live like you mean it – having a clear sense of purpose and passionate connections with things you care about can extend your life considerably.