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09/20/2021
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By Mary Villareal
Sitting for too long linked to greater heart disease risk in postmenopausal women: Study
Exercise offers many benefits, but these may not be enough to undo the negative health effects that come with spending too much time sitting, whether at home or the office. Researchers found that sitting for long periods has been linked to a greater risk of cardiovascular diseases in postmenopausal women. For their study, the researchers looked […]
09/08/2020
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By Virgilio Marin
Being overweight damages blood vessels, warn researchers: Maintain a healthy weight to prevent “internal stress”
Obese individuals have higher levels of a protein linked to blood vessel damage, found a study published in the journal Science Translational Medicine. This protein is called the wingless-related integration site 5A, or WNT5A. It triggers internal or oxidative stress and promotes the build-up of substances in the blood vessels. Over time, this build-up could develop into plaques and lead to atherosclerosis, a condition […]
04/19/2020
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By Michael Alexander
Prevent diabetes and heart disease by cutting at least 300 calories every day, regardless of your BMI
Cutting the caloric equivalent of a pizza might help improve one’s biomarkers for metabolic syndrome such as high blood pressure, high blood sugar, excess body fat around the waist, and abnormal cholesterol and triglyceride levels. This is according to recent findings by researchers from Duke University in North Carolina. The results of the study were […]
03/31/2020
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By Michael Alexander
Not just for athletes: Whey protein helps prevent loss of muscle mass, age-related weight gain and heart disease among the elderly
As it turns out, whey protein supplements aren’t just for professional athletes and fitness enthusiasts – they’re also beneficial for aging individuals as well. This is according to a compilation of studies that revealed that regular intake of whey protein can have beneficial effects on people over the age of 60. As detailed in individual […]
03/05/2020
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By Zoey Sky
Where you carry weight could be more important than how much you weigh: Being “pear-shaped” is linked to LOWER heart disease risk, reveals study
Excess abdominal fat and being overweight are bad news for your health. However, according to a recent study, the location of fat on your body is a more accurate predictor of cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk than your actual weight. The study, which was published in the European Heart Journal, suggests that instead of focusing on […]
03/02/2020
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By Arsenio Toledo
Active older adults who increase their fitness levels halve their risk of early death
The secret to living a long life may lie in how active you are, even in your sunset years. A new study published in The BMJ showed that exercising, especially later in life, can lower your risk of an early death. According to the study, this works for everyone, even those who have been inactive […]
02/25/2020
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By Darnel Fernandez
Even couch potatoes can benefit from physical activity: It’s never too late to start exercising, say researchers
Engaging in exercise is, without a doubt, good for your overall health. Numerous studies have shown that exercising can lower the risk of developing chronic diseases like cardiovascular disease, cancer and even diabetes. But can you actually miss out on the benefits of exercise if you start working out much later in life? According to […]
02/17/2020
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By Zoey Sky
These boots were made for walking: Increase your walking time to enjoy multiple long-term health benefits
Walking is one of the simplest and easiest ways to sneak exercise into a busy schedule. According to a recent study, adults and the elderly can benefit from walking regularly. Researchers have even found that increasing your walking time helps boost your heart health. The study was published in the journal PLOS Medicine. Many studies have proven […]
01/30/2020
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By Arsenio Toledo
How about a short workout… in the sauna? Study reveals a sauna session has physical strain similar to sports activities
Researchers from the Martin Luther University of Halle-Wittenberg (MLU) and the Medical Center Berlin are suggesting that spending some time in a sauna can be just as exhausting as moderate exercise. Their study found that a sauna session, contrary to popular belief, actually raises your heart rate and blood pressure, and that once you leave, both your heart rate and blood pressure […]
01/03/2020
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By Grace Olson
Avoid foods that contain high-fructose corn syrup to prevent negative side effects like tooth decay and obesity
Most processed food products and drinks today contain either sugar or high fructose corn syrup (HFSC) as sweeteners. According to researchers, the increased consumption of such food products and beverages could be linked to the widespread development of health conditions such as obesity, heart disease and diabetes. While most researchers would agree that consuming food and […]
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