Exercise May Boost Your Energy Level as Much as a Cup of Coffee
Should you start the morning with a cup of coffee or a workout? According to a new study, the workout is a better choice for boosting your brain. Here’s why.
October 18, 2020
Category: Health
3 Lifestyle Factors That Slow the Progression of Knee Osteoarthritis
Knee osteoarthritis is one of the most common health problems people develop as they age. Lifestyle plays a role in the progression and symptoms of arthritis of the knee. Here are three that may slow the development of arthritis of the knee.
October 18, 2020
Why You Should Skip that Morning Cup of Coffee after a Bad Night’s Sleep
When you’ve had a night where you didn’t sleep enough or slept poorly, do you grab a cup of coffee first thing? New research shows you might want to hold off on that cup of coffee until after breakfast. Here’s why.
October 11, 2020
Can Melatonin Lower Blood Pressure Naturally?
Some cases of high blood pressure require prescription medications. However, mild cases may respond to healthy lifestyle changes and, in some cases, supplements. Can the supplement melatonin lower blood pressure? Find out what research shows about melatonin and its impact on blood pressure.
October 11, 2020
5 Ways Sitting in a Steam Room Can Improve Your Health
Can sitting in a steam room improve your health and sense of well-being? Science suggests that spending time in the warm, humidified environment of a steam room has health benefits. Read on and discover five ways relaxing in a steam room can improve your mental and physical health.
October 4, 2020
The Surprising Ways Body Weight Affects Brain Health
Body weight has an impact on developing a number of health problems. Does it also accelerate brain aging and increase the risk of cognitive problems and dementia? A new study suggests that it does and offers a possible reason why.
September 27, 2020
5 Ways to Lower Your Risk of Stress Fractures When You Train
Stress fractures are painful and take up to 8 weeks to heal. Your best bet is to prevent them whenever you can. Here are five ways to lower your risk of an inconvenient stress fracture when you train.
September 27, 2020
Where You Store Body Fat May Affect Your Risk of Developing Hypertension
Hypertension is one of the most common health problems, and the risk of having high blood pressure increases the age. What you might not realize is where you store most of your fat may determine your risk. In fact, having more leg fat may work in your favor.
September 20, 2020
5 Ways Drinking More Water Can Improve Your Health
Did you know most people walk around in a state of mild dehydration? If you’re not drinking enough water, you’re not optimizing your health or how you feel. Here are five ways drinking more water can upgrade your physical and mental health.
August 23, 2020
Can Probiotics Improve Seasonal Allergy Symptoms?
Probiotics are living bacteria that offer potential health benefits. Can they help the symptoms of seasonal allergies too? Find out what research shows about probiotics and seasonal allergy symptoms and how to get the benefits.
August 2, 2020
Do Antioxidants Lower the Risk of Cancer?
One way to lower your risk of health problems, including cancer, is to eat a healthy diet. In fact, experts believe that we can prevent at least 30% of cancers through lifestyle. Do some sources recommend eating an antioxidant-rich diet? Is there evidence that antioxidants reduce the risk of cancer. Find out what a new study shows.
July 12, 2020
3 Surprising Things That Age Your Skin Prematurely
You already know that too much sun and cigarette smoking ages your skin, but you may not know about these surprising causes of prematurely aged skin. Discover three things you probably didn’t know about wrinkles and saggy skin.
June 28, 2020