'GMA' Quick Tip: Feel Better in 2011

Jan. 27, 2011 — -- Matt Bean from Men's Health magazine is here to help you feel better in 2011 with a few simple tips.

People who eat two servings of pistachios a day slashed their LDL or "bad" cholesterol an average of 13 percent.

According to recent research, diners grossly underestimate the calorie counts in "healthy" fast foods. Look for calorie numbers to make sure you're not eating more than you think.

Those who exercise for just half an hour four times a week decrease their risk of having a heart attack by 60 percent compared with those who don't exercise. Get out there and run, walk, swim or bike your way to better health!

Another great way to stay healthy this year is by eating more fish. A seafood diet that's low in sodium and rich in magnesium and taurine, two compounds that slash your risk of hypertension, will reduce your blood pressure. Plus it tastes good.

Adults who have strong friendships or are involved in the community live an average of four years longer than the normal U.S. life expectancy. If that's not easy, I don't know what is!

I hope you make this your best year yet!

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