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Do you want to get fit and forget about your problems and troubles? Well, it’s possible, if you do one of the activities mentioned below. Even if you are not athletic, there are some workouts that would be great for you physically and mentally. But you will never know what works best for you until you try them. Check out […]
If you are looking for some unique ways to jazz up your workout routine, you should consider trying aqua aerobics. When you’re trying to lose weight, it’s easy to get into a workout rut so it’s important to shake up your exercise routine every now and then in order to stay fit and healthy all the time. I’ve been a […]
Despite all of the good intentions to workout during the holiday season and to not overindulge and expand out waistlines, it always seems to happen somehow! Between holiday parties with co-workers, family, friends, and then the actual holiday celebrations themselves so close together, it seems like there is no time for working out…but there is! Just because you may not […]
About two thirds of breast cancer patients may be getting more radiation treatment than they really need according to the latest study When it comes to treating cancer, the common approach is often “more is better.” Throwing everything medically possible at growing tumors can keep them from spreading and, most important, help patients survive their disease.
Experts answer the great exercise question of our time Short answer: Both. Long answer: How and when to fuel your body is the same for all exercisers to some extent, but your routine may warrant a few nutritional tweaks, says Dr. Nancy Cohen, head of the department of nutrition at the University of Massachusetts.
Unhand the crossword: it’s not your golden ticket to a lifetime of quick wit and perfect recall Games sure seem like a good way to work your brain out, but don’t put your stock in Sudoku. “They target very specific cognitive abilities, but they don’t transfer to clarity of thinking, problem solving, planning—all the complex skills that really matter,” explains […]
Totally. Here’s why First of all, understand that “meditation” is a catchall term for a lot of different mental activities, many of which have nothing to do with sitting cross-legged on the floor and saying om.
And just what is that cracking sound, anyway? From fingers and toes to necks and knees, everyone knows a “cracker.” And most habitual joint poppers have heard rumors their habit may cause arthritis. But are those rumors true?
Snooze, or skip it? You’re right to be confused. Even as a recent study linked napping to higher mortality, companies and colleges across the U.S. are installing nap rooms to boost productivity. Truly, it would be a dream to get some napping consensus.
Your body could use a belly laugh It may not be the bestmedicine. But laughter’s great for you, and it may even compare to a proper diet and exercise when it comes to keeping you healthy and disease free. That’s according to Dr. Lee Berk, an associate professor at Loma Linda University in California who has spent nearly three decades […]
“I have something to tell you.” That’s usually how I tell people I have food allergies. The same way you’d tell someone you had a wasting disease or an illegitimate child you didn’t know about. I like to start it off slowly and just say I’m allergic to dairy and see how they respond. Are they inching away? If so, […]
Diabetes mellitus, commonly known as type 1 diabetes is a condition where an individual has a deficiency of insulin (a hormone produced by the pancreas). People with this kind of diabetes often have high levels of sugar and starch in their urine and blood owing to the fact that these substances are not properly used by the body in the […]
Is Sleeping In a Cold Room Better For You? Here’s the sweetest spot on the thermostat. Ask any insomniac about the perils of a hot pillow: When you’re trying to sleep, your brain loves the cold. Wearing a cooling cap helped insomniacs snooze almost as well as people without sleep problems, found a study from the University of Pittsburgh School […]
The latest depression report shows that the majority are suffering in silence The latest statistics on depression in the U.S. don’t paint a picture of progress, though the condition is common. Nearly 8% of Americans over age 12 have recently been depressed, finds the new report from the National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS) at the Centers for Disease Control […]
It’s not always easy to explain why you’re turning down a drink, finds a new study Staying sober at a holiday party—whether it’s out of commitment to the 12 steps, your health or your tastebuds—certainly has its merits. But it’s not always easy to explain why you’re turning down a hot toddy, finds a new study in theJournal of Applied […]
