Specific nutrients impact heart health beyond weight loss, study shows
Traditionally, improvements in heart health resulting from weight loss have been attributed solely to the weight reduction itself or associated factors like enhanced blood...
Could “obesogens” in our environment be contributing to obesity?
Obesity is a global health crisis that has been steadily increasing since 1975. The World Health Organization reports that the number of overweight individuals...
How to help a child who is overweight
Children naturally gain weight as they grow and develop.
Some kids may gain extra pounds, but lose them as they develop and grow taller. For...
Exercise boosts immune system’s anti-inflammatory response, Harvard study suggests
The link between exercise and inflammation has intrigued scientists for over a century since the observation of increased white blood cells in marathon runners.
A...
Mindfulness program shows promise in lowering blood pressure, study finds
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a prevalent health concern in the United States, often undetected and untreated. It significantly raises the risk of...
One sleepless night can reverse depression for days, study finds
When people experience an all-nighter, they often describe feeling tired and wired—a state where the body is physically exhausted, but the brain feels unusually...
Certain mental health drugs may cause weight gain, study shows
Antipsychotic medications are known to have a troubling side effect: significant and rapid weight gain.
A recent study, published in Psychology and Psychotherapy: Theory, Research...
How obesity affects our brain and behavior
Obesity is a widespread health issue with consequences that extend beyond physical health.
While we often associate obesity with its impact on our body, such...
Irregular sleep is linked to high blood pressure
Are you someone who occasionally changes their sleep schedule, thinking it won't make a big difference? Well, recent research suggests that your approach to...
Can I actually target areas to lose fat, like my belly?
Spend some time scrolling social media and you’re all-but-guaranteed to see an ad promising to help you with targeted fat loss.
These ads promote a...