Scientists believe they’ve identified a portion of the brain that motivates people to exercise. Find out more about this discovery and possible reasons why some people are more enthusiastic than others about the prospect of working out. Then find out how to overcome these obstacles so you can reach your health and fitness goals.
Why do people enjoy junk food so much – and can you really change your tastes so you like more healthy foods? A new study suggests you can. Get the scoop on junk food, why it’s so “habit forming” and how to wean yourself off of it.
During exercise your brain tries to protect you from pushing too hard. It has your best interests in mind, but sometimes pushing a little past those brain signals that tell you to stop can lead to greater fitness gains. Learn how your brain deceives you during exercise and how you can maximize your fitness gains by developing mental toughness.
Do you “cheat” on your clean eating plan with a cheat meal or a cheat day on a regular basis? Is this a good practice or does it hinder weight loss? This article discusses how refeeding affects an important hormone that controls your appetite and metabolism.
Food variety is important for nutritional diversity but it can work against you when you’re trying to eat less. Find out how “sensory-specific satiety” influences how much you eat and how to make it work in your favor.
How do you feel after a tough workout? Even if you were feeling down, chances are you felt a lot better after your exercise session. Ever wonder why that is? Find out why the benefits of exercise make you feel good and improves your mood and why it’s the best mental therapy there is.
How fast is your brain aging? A recent study identified five lifestyle habits that are linked with a lower risk of cognitive decline. How many are you doing? Find out what these lifestyle habits are and how they work to keep your brain fit and healthy.
A new study shows your brain and higher brain function, especially a part of the brain called the hippocampus, play an important role in controlling satiety and appetite. As it turns out, it may be important how much you think you ate rather than how you ate when it comes to getting full. Find out more about this study and some tips for controlling the amount you eat at a meal.
Exercise isn’t just good for your body – it does good things for your mental well-being as well. Have you ever wondered why you feel so good after a workout? Here are three ways that exercise affects your mood.
What you eat affects your shape, but can it actually alter your brain as well? New research shows that certain types of diets cause changes in nerve cells and brain pathways that make it easier to gain weight. Find out more.
When people who exercise say they’re addicted, is there any science behind it? Is exercise addictive? There may be some truth to the idea.
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