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03/06/2020 / By Divina Ramirez

Study: Strength training can benefit those with diabetes by lowering liver fat and improving blood sugar levels

The liver plays an important role in the prevention of metabolic disorders, like Type 2 diabetes, Gaucher’s disease and hemochromatosis. As the largest organ and gland in the human body, the liver carries out over 500 tasks, including breaking down fats, regulating blood sugar levels and filtering out harmful compounds from the blood. However, the liver might struggle […]

02/17/2020 / By Arsenio Toledo

Sitting at your desk at work versus watching television on the couch: Which is worse for your heart?

According to a study, spending hours sitting on the couch watching TV is potentially worse for your heart health than being seated at your desk at work. A study published in the Journal of the American Heart Association analyzed information from 3,592 African Americans living in Jackson, Mississippi. All of the participants were analyzed over a course of […]

11/18/2019 / By Grace Olson

The faster you walk, the longer you’ll live: Researchers find link between longevity and brisk walking pace

Walking faster may add years to your life – no matter how much you weigh, a recent study has found. Conducted by researchers from the National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) Leicester Biomedical Research Centre – a collaboration between Leicester’s Hospitals, the University of Leicester and Loughborough University – and published in Mayo Clinic Proceedings, the study affirmed that walking […]

11/07/2019 / By Grace Olson

Running outside vs. running on a treadmill: Which exercise is right for you?

Running is a wonderful aerobic exercise that offers numerous health benefits. It can reduce stress, strengthen the bones, help burn calories, and improve heart health. Running can be done indoors (on a treadmill) or outdoors — depending on a person’s preference — and each comes with its own advantages and disadvantages. If you can’t decide […]

11/01/2019 / By Grace Olson

6 Natural ways to burn fat if you can’t exercise regularly

The lack of exercise can contribute to a wide array of health problems, including obesity and a higher risk of cardiovascular disease. In fact, around 39 percent of the American adult population is obese. For people who have sedentary lifestyles, but can’t allot time for exercise, there are natural ways to burn fat that are […]

10/27/2019 / By Zoey Sky

Skipping isn’t just for kids anymore: Study suggests it is a safer alternative to running

Running helps you stay in shape, but it has been linked to damage to bones and joints. And while skipping may be considered as something that’s only ever done by children, researchers suggest that this fun activity is good for adults who wish to exercise and lessen knee pain caused by running. To determine how skipping […]

10/15/2019 / By Darnel Fernandez

Offset the health risks of your desk job by exercising whenever you can

Most jobs nowadays involve an excessive amount of sitting down (and staring into a screen). This type of sedentary lifestyle – a lifestyle with little to no physical activity – has been linked to a number of health concerns like obesity. So how do you resolve this issue? Get moving. In a study published in the Journal of […]

10/11/2019 / By Darnel Fernandez

Hummus can be a healthy snack – if you make it right

Hummus is a creamy Middle-Eastern dip or spread that has recently become incredibly popular, thanks to the rise of plant-based and gluten-free diets. While there is no single way of making this nutrient-dense food, hummus is traditionally made from cooked, mashed chickpeas blended with olive oil, spices, lemon juice, and tahini – a paste made from toasted sesame seeds. Both chickpeas […]

09/25/2019 / By Melissa Smith

Delicious, nutritious, health-promoting: There are many reasons to eat an apple every day

The old saying is indeed true: “An apple a day keeps the doctor away.” Many studies have explored the health benefits of apples. Here are just some evidence-based health benefits you can get from eating an apple: It can ward off cancers. Various studies examined the anti-cancer potential of apples. For example, a case-control study published in the […]

08/22/2019 / By Edsel Cook

Resistance training provides amazing benefits, long term

The older a person gets, the more benefits he gets from physical workouts. A Finnish study demonstrated that people over 65 years of age enjoy better overall health after taking up resistance training at least once a week. Interestingly, the participants did not need to work out very often to enjoy the benefits of physical exercise. […]

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