Category Archives: Weight Management

A new study from the University of Edinburgh has found that people who consume a Mediterranean-style diet have better thinking skills when analyzed. The diet, which consists of mostly green leafy vegetables and is low in meat, has been linked to many health benefits across various studies. These latest findings add to the mounting evidence ...click here to read more

Exercise is part of building a healthy immune system. It can also help temporarily relieve symptoms associated with illness. Knowing that, it seems like exercise during illness is a no-brainer. But it’s not that simple. So, if you’re feeling sick, should you exercise? The best answer is that it depends. Given the COVID-19 pandemic, there ...click here to read more

New research shows how effective a green Mediterranean diet can reduce the risk of non-alcoholic fatter liver disease (NAFLD). According to a long-term clinical intervention trial led by Ben-Gurion University of the Negev researchers and a team of international colleagues, this specific type of diet is far superior to others for reducing intrahepatic fat. The ...click here to read more

By following a low carbohydrate diet, patients with type 2 diabetes may experience greater rates of remission. A study published in The BMJ Today found that compared to other recommended diets, a strict low carbohydrate diet that is followed for six months is the best option for those looking to manage their diabetes. According to ...click here to read more

Researchers have found that the more exercise middle-aged adults get, the better their brain health. It has long been known that exercise can improve mental health, but this new study has found evidence on the importance of keeping active in midlife. The study published in Neurology analyzed information from 1,604 volunteers taking part in an ...click here to read more

I get that you don’t want to start a strength training routine. It’s hard work, intimidating, and a young person’s game. It’s also one of the most beneficial things you can do. Especially if you’re 50, 60, 70-plus, or older. Building strength helps keep your bones and muscles strong and healthy. It can improve mobility, ...click here to read more

The Mediterranean diet should be on your radar if you want to keep blood sugar in check and lower the risk for type-2 diabetes. New research published in JAMA Network Open shows a Mediterranean style diet can impact diabetes risk. The study suggests a healthy diet can slash type-2 diabetes risk by 30% in obese ...click here to read more

Plant-based diets can be healthy. They can help lower blood pressure and cholesterol if done properly. They can also substantially increase the risk of a broken bone. Hip, leg, or any other bone, for that matter. A new study published in BMC Medicine found that vegetarians, vegans, and pescatarians (those who eat fish but no ...click here to read more

New research shows that people with low muscular and aerobic fitness are nearly twice as likely to experience depression and anxiety. The study by UCL researchers also found that people with low fitness levels showed a 60% greater chance of anxiety. The study involved 152,978 participants who were admitted to the UK Biobank study. All ...click here to read more

Exercise is an important factor when it comes to mental health and getting a good night’s sleep. The connection between physical and mental health has been known for a long time, but new research has found a link that incorporates sleep quality as well. As the world began to shut down due to the pandemic, ...click here to read more

Lace up your shoes and head down the block. The fountain of youth could be waiting for you. There’s little question that exercise can help you stay healthy. When you have health, you have youth. The words are nearly synonymous. But there is one type of exercise that may beat the rest when it comes ...click here to read more

Older adults often worry if exercise intensity could increase their mortality risk, but new research shows that there is no connection between the two. The study published in The BMJ has found that the intensity of exercise performed appears to make no difference to the risk of mortality among older adults. Regular physical activity is ...click here to read more

A lack of physical activity has been shown to affect cognitive function negatively, but new research from Tohoku University has found an exciting way to use virtual training to “trick” the brain into thinking it is moving when it is still. For patients who are suffering or recovering from long-term diseases, utilizing immersive virtual reality ...click here to read more

Exercise rarely looks easy. Athletes gasp for air during breaks, and joggers go huffing and puffing past you. No pain, no gain, right? Isn’t it called working out? But what is a normal feeling while exercising? Should your heart be racing during a workout? Not necessarily. Sometimes your body needs to tell you to slow ...click here to read more