Unhealthy diet trend may be a major cause of today’s obesity epidemic
Unhealthy diet trend may be a major cause of today’s obesity epidemic
Consumption of excess sugar, particularly in sugar-sweetened beverages, is a known contributor to...
Why weight training could be the best exercise for everyone
While research shows little or no link between exercise and any meaningful long-term weight loss, that doesn't mean exercising, particularly resistance training, doesn't provide...
This cancer-fighting compound could fight obesity and diabetes, too
In a new study, researchers found that a cancer-fighting compound they discovered some years ago might also reduce body fat and help fight obesity...
How a happy relationship can help your health
Eighties rocker Huey Lewis was right: The power of love is a curious thing, and it might just save your life. Or at least...
Waistline may be the new ‘vital sign’ along with BMI to check your health
In a new statement, researchers suggest that healthcare professionals should routinely measure waist circumference, alongside body mass index (BMI) to properly assess and manage...
Even you take blood pressure, cholesterol drugs, healthy lifestyle still vital
Heart-healthy lifestyle modifications are always recommended whether blood pressure or cholesterol medications are prescribed or not.
But in a new study, researchers found that many...
This type of music may make your exercise more beneficial
In a new study, researchers found that listening to music at a higher tempo reduces the perceived effort involved in exercise and increases its...
Stanford study shows healthy snacks may fight sleep deprivation
Many researchers have looked into the various ways of improving sleep by reducing work hours or rearranging work schedules, but few have examined how...
Chronic stress can cause heart trouble
Sometimes stress can be useful. But constant stress can affect overall well-being and may even impact heart health.
When stress is short-lived, it can help...
High- and low- intensity exercises could influence your brain differently
In a new study, researchers found for the first time that low and high exercise intensities differentially influence brain function.
They discovered that low-intensity exercise...