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10th Mar 2013

Fitter, Happier & Better At Making Decisions: The Health Benefits Of Being Single

Do couples really have the upper hand when it comes to health? Not likely, according to research.

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Over the past few years it’s come to light that there are dozens of health benefits that you get when you’re in a long-term, committed relationship. Coupled-up people tend to live longer, are happier and have a higher quality of life.

But take heart single people of world, because a deeper look into medical research has now revealed that being single has its own set of health benefits and they can rival even the happiest of relationships.

Flick through the gallery above to see why being single isn’t just good for your social life, it’s also good for your physical and mental health.

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