6 HABITS OF HIGHLY HEALTHY BRAINS
The relationships between our brain and body and the world around us are complex. What you do or don’t do can significantly change how your health and wellbeing. A healthy brain is determined by both biological and physiological factors — genes, hormones, the immune system, nutrition, exercise, and other lifestyle choices. Social, psychological and environmental…
Doing these specific exercises can save your bones as you age
As we get older, our bodies begin to reabsorb calcium and phosphates as opposed to storing them in our bones. In addition to making them weaker over time, this process can lead to chronic conditions like osteoporosis. But there are ways to help preserve your bones and they are simpler than you think. New research suggests that…
PEOPLE WHO DRINK THIS SUPER COMMON BEVERAGE ARE TAKING YEARS OFF THEIR LIFE
SHUTTERSTOCK Even though the adverse health outcomes associated with sugary beverage consumption are pretty well-established, 50% of Americans confess to drinking at least one serving on a daily basis. This median increases among younger demographics and impoverished communities.As obesity statistics continue to surge alongside national mortality rates , a new cohort report conducted by researchers at Tufts University in Massachusetts identifies the looming consequences…
Tired all the time? Try these 6 top tips to stave off winter tiredness
Hands up if you struggle to get out of bed, feel like you’re constantly tired and rely on sugary treats to power you through the day? Welcome to the club! As the days get shorter and the temperature drops, we all know how difficult it can be to drag yourself out of bed on…
Your workweek stress is leading to this unhealthy weekend habit
What’s the need for a cheat day when you have the weekend?Weekends full of lavish brunches and bottomless mimosas might feel like a necessity after a long week, and many Americans pig-out on the weekends as a way to fight off stress from the work week, according to a new study. A survey commissioned by…
Do you really need to drink 8 glasses of water a day?
The warmer weather and longer days have inspired reminders to “stay hydrated” and drink eight glasses of water – or about two liters – a day. Not to burst anyone’s water bottle, but healthy people can actually die from drinking too much water. I am an exercise physiologist, and my research focuses on overhydration and how drinking too much…
A disturbing health trend is on the rise among younger generations
Consider for a moment just how far modern medicine and technology have come in recent decades. While you’re at it, take some time to ponder how much more we know about the human body and how various lifestyle choices influence longevity and health. Click here for more information on Forbidden Fitness Secrets Used By Deep Belly…
DOING THIS MANY PUSH-UPS REDUCES HEART DISEASE RISK BY 96%
About 250,000 Americans die a year as a direct result of sedentary lifestyles.The larger share of these deaths is more directly attributable to the development of cardiovascular diseases. Many Americans lack either the time or the funds to commit to a gym membership which means fighting chronic inactivity begins with affordable ways to maintain physical fitness.Thankfully, a study published in the…
Harvard says this is the perfect lunch to eat
Heart-healthy nitrates? This 2021 report in the European Journal of Epidemiology was part of a larger body of research sponsored by the Danish Diet, Cancer, and Health Study, which looked at the data of over 56,000 people throughout the course of 23 years. Ultimately, the study tracks the correlations between diet, lifestyle, and the risk…
The odd science behind why some people deal with cold weather better
Have you ever seen someone out for an early morning jog in January or February wearing nothing but a t-shirt and shorts and wonder why in the world that person thought it was a good idea to forgo some warmer clothes? Indeed, some people just don’t seem to be as fazed by the cold as the rest…