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It would appear that aerobic exercise may do more than just preserve our cardiovascular health - it may also keep our minds sharp as we age. This was the conclusion of a new study from Canada that found... View More

For many people, finding motivation to exercise is a challenge. Thankfully, there are Zombies chasing you.At least that's the approach of Zombies, Run! - one of more than 31,000 health and fitness apps... View More

new study published in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine suggests that, compared with those with a high income, individuals who struggle financially are less likely to lose weight through exercise,... View More

One day, your morning gym workout or jog could not only be recharging you, but also recharging your smartphone or other small electronic device. Scientists have developed a biosensor mounted inside a temporary... View More

Congratulations - you own a gym! And you've likely got quite a few members contributing to your bottom line through memberships, group exercise classes, and personal training. But you want to do everything... View More

Bok choy, also known as pak choi or Chinese white cabbage, was originally cultivated in China thousands of years ago and since then has spread to cuisines all over the world. Continued at MedicalNewsToday>>

The World Health Organization recommend that adults should consume less than 2 g of sodium per day. But a new study finds that sodium intake above this recommendation accounts for almost 1 in 10 cardiovascular... View More

Research led by Dr. Melinda Sothern, Professor and Director of Behavioral & Community Health at the LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans School of Public Health, reports that a turn-key intervention... View More

A new study published in Mayo Clinic Proceedings finds that heart attack survivors who exercise excessively are at increased risk of dying from heart problems. However, regular physical activity is recommended... View More

As we head into the start of the new school year, many young people will begin signing up for the football team. Though team sports are a great way for kids to boost their self-esteem and increase physical... View More

As the first generation to embrace exercise, baby boomers continue going to the gym, yet more out of necessity than for the challenge and enjoyment of physical activity. Continued at MedicalNewsToday>>

New research published in Diabetologia (the journal of the European Association for the Study of Diabetes) suggests that training with alternating levels of walking intensity (interval training) could... View More

By now, most of us are aware that omega-3 fatty acid in fish offers numerous health benefits. But now, a new study published in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine suggests eating the baked or... View More

With more than a third of US adults currently obese, researchers are on the hunt for new strategies that could help prevent weight gain. Now, a team from Purdue University in West Lafayette, IN, suggests... View More

Our brain's response to the sight of food appears to be driven more by how low our blood sugar level is at the moment than our upbringing or genetics, researchers said at the annual meeting of the Society... View More

If you've ever ordered the wrong food at a restaurant, don't blame yourself; blame the menu. What you order may have less to do with what you want and more to do with a menu's layout and descriptions.... View More

"Childhood obesity is not a cosmetic issue or something the child will just grow out of. Obese children tend to become obese adults, and there are many medical issues associated with obesity. Children... View More

The Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans recommend adults engage in high-intensity exercise, such as running, for a minimum of 75 minutes a week. But a new study from Iowa State University suggests... View More

Childhood cancer survivors are known to face an increased risk of cardiovascular disease in adulthood. However, a new study has found that through following a healthy lifestyle, this risk can be lowered,... View More

If you're a member of the Clean Plate Club - you eat pretty much everything you put on your plate - you're not alone! A new Cornell University study shows that the average adult eats 92% of whatever he... View More