Why body shape is more important than weight in cancer prevention
In a new study, researchers found that when it comes to weight, what matters most may not be the number on the scale, but...
Being active in your middle age may protect you from dementia
A new study published in Neurology has found that being physically and mentally active in middle age is linked to a lower risk of...
When you get older, every movement counts
In a recent study, researchers found that people who are active at levels only slightly higher than sedentary have much lower death risk.
The study...
Why obesity could drive cancer
It’s well-known that obesity, diabetes and chronic inflammation are major risk factors for cancer.
But just how cancer evolves in people with these diseases —...
Scientists discover how sleep helps fight infection
In a new study, researchers in Germany have discovered why sleep can sometimes be the best medicine.
They find sleep improves the potential ability of...
How exercise environment influences your obesity risk
In a new study, researchers found a link between recreational physical activity spaces in a neighborhood and obesity risk in adults.
A recreational physical activity...
Exercise could give older men a better brain boost
In a new study, researchers found that the link between physical and brain fitness varies in older adults by virtue of their sex.
The study...
Your walking could predict depression risk
In a new study, researchers found older people who were newly diagnosed with depression had a slower walking speed and a shorter step length...
10 tips to lose weight and keep it off successfully
Most people inherently know that keeping a healthy weight boils down to three things: eating healthy, eating less, and being active. But in fact,...
How exercise could reduce your belly fat
Some of you may have made a New Year's resolution to hit the gym to tackle that annoying belly fat.
But have you ever wondered...