Category Archives: Weight Management

If you were active and exercised while growing up, then good news: research suggests that all that working out could still be benefitting you today. A study has found that bones retain a “memory” of exercise’s effects long after the exercise has been completed. Furthermore, this bone memory continues to change the way the body ...click here to read more

When you hear about healthy foods, many of them don’t really seem appetizing. Or they’re an exotic food that you either can’t get or is really expensive. Healthy eating shouldn’t be complicated, so we have compiled a list of simple everyday foods—some which you may even already be eating—that are packed with antioxidants and go ...click here to read more

A new study at Duke University has found higher rates of obesity in children exposed to violence. Obesity is a growing pandemic across the globe, particularly in developed countries such as the United States. More than 20 percent of teens in the U.S. fall into the accepted definition of obesity. In low-income households, rates of ...click here to read more

Nowadays, people are continuously surrounded by the constant noise of technology. We’re always in front of our screens. While it may be fun and convenient, it’s also a detriment to our health. We stay up all night on our tablets and phones in bed, and when we finally decide to try and fall asleep, we ...click here to read more

We all get that feeling in the middle of the work day. You know the one… It’s after lunch and all of a sudden you get really tired. Our natural inclination is to reach for that midday cup of caffeine, whether it be a shot of espresso, a large cup of coffee, or a coke. ...click here to read more

There is nothing better than eating your favorite flavor of ice cream on a hot summer’s day. Ice cream in general is typically the go to guilty pleasure for the majority of people. Some would argue that the fat content in ice cream directly relates to how tasty it is. However, a new study from ...click here to read more

During our younger years, we were more daring, had near endless stamina, and could eat to our heart’s content without gaining significant amounts of weight. But sadly, this doesn’t last, for as we age, our metabolism naturally slows down and forces us to do less of the things we took for granted in the past. ...click here to read more

A new study finds that mice without a sense of smell do not gain weight in the same way as mice that can smell what they are eating. Being able to smell our food has been linked to how much we enjoy eating it. Imagine walking into a restaurant and not experiencing the suddenly overwhelming ...click here to read more

Take a seat and breathe in this latest information on why everyone’s getting so fat. On second thought, don’t breathe too deep if your house isn’t clean. New research has found that household dust most of us live with is actually connected to weight gain. In the experiment, scientists from Duke University gathered pre-fat cells ...click here to read more

Approximately one in 500 children is diagnosed with a hip deformity, and slipped capital femoral epiphysis (SCFE) is the most prevalent among them. SCFE causes limitations in the child’s ability to move, and they’re often unable to complete full hip rotations because of it. This condition can be extremely painful and requires surgical intervention 100 ...click here to read more

Even though you’ve been told countless times that you should exercise regularly, it’s hard to build the motivation to do so. Well, in case you needed more evidence regarding the importance of exercise, we have another reason why you should get off the couch and get moving. The latest findings suggest that physical inactivity can ...click here to read more

The secret to longevity and long-lasting health is enjoying your life and staying happy. Of course, some hard work is required to take care of your health and set yourself on the right path, but in doing so, you should not forget to have fun. And that includes enjoying good food. You’ve probably noticed that ...click here to read more

Oftentimes, the last thing people with achy joints want to do is move around. Usually, it’s out of fear that the inflammation in their joints and the pain they’re experiencing will only get worse. But although arthritis symptoms stop people from partaking in physical activity, in many cases, it’s the best thing they could do ...click here to read more

A healthy diet is something we all try to maintain, but it’s hard to stay on track. Low-calorie diets are usually the meal plan of choice for losing weight. However, according to new research, choosing a vegetarian diet over a low-calorie one can help you lose weight more effectively. Having excess fat not only causes ...click here to read more