More physical activity in over-60s linked to better quality of life
In a recent study conducted by the University of Cambridge, a connection was found between lower levels of physical activity in adults over 60...
Night owls beware: early risers might live longer!
Ever noticed how some people seem to be wide awake and full of energy early in the morning, while others seem to come alive...
Time for a ‘weighty’ rebrand: researchers propose obesity needs a new name
Researchers at University College Cork (UCC) and University of Galway suggest renaming "obesity" to help improve public and policymaker understanding of the disease.
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Why our voices change as we get older
Sir Elton John set a record at this year’s Glastonbury, becoming the most-watched headliner in the festival’s history, with more than 7 million people...
Living healthy helps, but not enough for obesity-related diseases
Staying healthy is always a good idea, but for adults with obesity, it may not be enough to prevent obesity-related diseases.
This conclusion comes from...
Your strength training program might be sexist
It turns out the official guidelines are – like many other fields in health – largely based on the male body.
Why six-pack abs are so hard to achieve – and maintain
Many people start going to the gym in the hopes of achieving what has long been seen as the holy grail of health and...
Meal timing may boost exercise performance
Have you ever wondered if when you eat could affect how well you exercise? A new study from China suggests it might, at least...
Warmer regions linked to higher risk of eye disease in older people
It seems like warm weather is not so friendly to the eyes of seniors.
Recent research has revealed a surprising link: older folks living in...
Living near green space can make you 2.5 years younger, study finds
A new study has found that individuals living near green spaces such as parks and vegetation areas exhibit slower biological aging compared to those...