Help others, help yourself? Why volunteering can be good for you
Marcia Trenholm doesn't need a scientific study to understand why volunteering is good for her.
Two days a week, the retired insurance company auditor gives...
Keto diet can help you lose weight and lower blood sugar in diabetes
Scientists from Universitat Autonoma de Barcelona have found that a short-term keto diet program can help people with type 2 diabetes lose weight and...
Is intermittent fasting actually good for weight loss? Here’s what the evidence says
If you’re someone who’s thought about losing weight or has wanted to get healthier in the past few years, you’ve probably come across these...
Being fit may reduce death risk in high blood pressure
Maintaining high levels of fitness can help reduce the risk of cardiovascular mortality in men with high blood pressure, according to a recent study.
The...
Can oily fish, cherries or milk help you sleep? Here’s what the evidence shows
Almost one in five British people report they don’t get enough sleep each night. The problem is so bad that in total the UK...
Pre-workout supplements: why five of the six most common ingredients probably aren’t helping you
When it comes to getting in shape, many people are willing to try any tricks they need to reach their goals faster. For many...
Risk of heart disease lower when obesity is due to genetics rather than lifestyle...
It’s well known that a high body mass index (BMI) has negative effects on our health, increasing the risk of several diseases.
This is concerning...
Tai chi may effectively prevent cognitive decline
Older adults who had Type 2 Diabetes and Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI) often have a hard time remembering things and taking care of themselves...
Scientists find key to long-term weight loss success
Have you ever tried to lose weight or become healthier? It can be hard to know what to do and how to stay on...
Does exercise help you lose weight?
It’s no surprise exercise is one of the first things we turn to when we decide it’s time to lose weight.
We readily sign up...