Riddle: what is unanimously hated by all of humanity and yet must be done regularly? Bingo: cleaning. However, according to a recent study by Case Western Reserve University (United States), cleaning regularly would be an excellent way to maintain good physical and mental health, especially in the elderly.
To arrive at this conclusion, the researchers analyzed the level of well-being and the state of health of 337 American volunteers, aged 65 to 94 years. Verdict? “People who cleaned their homes at least once a week were healthier than others,” says lead author Dr. Kathy Wright. important than income. “
Vacuuming, dusting, washing windows … So many activities that push us to move. And if, in addition, we live in a large house, Sunday morning cleaning can quickly turn into a real workout! “In addition, a clean and tidy place to live can also have therapeutic virtues: it is soothing”, add the researchers.
Come on, no more excuses: we immediately tackle the pile of dirty dishes that has been waiting for us in the sink for a week. And we decide (finally) to celebrate with the ironing pile which rises a little more each day. It’s good for your health, and … it is even an excellent anti-stress!
No, cleaning is not just for women! Better: men who participate in household chores would be happier than others …
Ouch: cleaning would be the cause of one in four divorce … What if we stopped worrying?
