Creative people more likely to be idle
Are you the type who's always daydreaming or lost in thought? Well, good news! According to a new study from the University of Arizona,...
Is high BMI always a death sentence? Rutgers university study explores
Body Mass Index, often referred to as BMI, is a way we measure a person's weight. It's just a simple calculation based on your...
Mindfulness meditation may reduce fatigue, study finds
Feeling fatigued—lacking energy and motivation— is a universal human experience.
While sometimes it can be a symptom of a medical condition, it is often caused...
Weight-loss surgery: a ray of hope for sleep apnea patients
If you or a loved one suffers from obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) coupled with obesity, here's some encouraging news.
A recent study has shown that...
Overweight but not obese people do not have a higher risk of death
A new study published in the journal PLOS ONE suggests that individuals classified as overweight, but not obese, do not face a higher risk...
Hip hop: no extra points for home rehab
Let's talk about a real pain in the hip! No, not your annoying cousin - actual hip fractures. These can happen to our dear...
All resistance training build strength and muscle
Whether lifting heavy or light weights, all forms of resistance training are beneficial, researchers at McMaster University have determined.
Their findings suggest that the details...
Sitting less and moving more can improve health in just three months
Sedentary Lifestyle: A Risky Business
We live in a world where being sedentary is becoming the norm.
But sitting too much can have serious health consequences,...
Get fit to fight fat: exercise can tackle fatty liver disease
Have you ever wondered how exercise impacts your body, beyond weight loss or muscle gain? Scientists from the University of Eastern Finland dove into...
Why sleepless nights may bring smiles: a fun take on serious science
Many of us think that sleep is always a good thing, right? But for some people with depression, staying up all night can actually...