If you need another reason to keep your home clean and do your chores, how about prolonging your life?...
Do Housework, Live Longer
According to an article on MSN via Prevention Magazine, an hour a day of household chores lowers your risk of death by 30 percent. (Check out how many calories are burned with specific chores) Of course any form of excercise can up your longevity but in Los Angeles, when we spend so much time in our cars, every bit of extra movement helps. And, doing a little bit every day means you won't have to spend an entire Saturday doing them. It's a win-win situation.
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[image: Via Poopoorama's Flickr, with his permission.]
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If the extra time tacked on is made up entirely of housework, then I may opt out!
Just kidding, it's an interesting thought. There is also a lot to be said for being healthier because you live in a clean environment. Less stress from not being surrounded by clutter, fewer bacteria, etc...
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love that pic!
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hahaha - love the energy... at the rate I am going I could well live forever!
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No doubt a still from Crouching Hepa Filter, Hidden Dust Mite.
LilyC, hilarious opening line!
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No wonder women live longer than men!
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Ya might live healthier and longer but, NOT cleaning house lets me live happier!
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