How sedentary are you? Chances are you sit more than you think. A large study looked at how much the average person sits or engages in sedentary activity during the day. Find out what they learned and how this information can impact your health.
Sure, exercise improves your health and body composition – but can it make you more successful at work? A new study looks at another benefit exercise offers – a more balanced home and work life. Find out how working out can enhance your life at work and at home.
Teen obesity is a “growing” problem and lack of physical activity is a contributor. How many teens get the recommended amount of exercise? Find out and discover why exercise is so critical for teens from a health perspective.
Are kids of today as fit as their parents? A new study looked at this issue and came to some disturbing conclusions. Find out how modern kids compare to their parents in terms of aerobic fitness and ways you can motivate your kids to get the health benefits of exercise.
Can you get benefits from even a minute of brisk activity? That’s what a new study shows. A minute here and a minute there of movement can add up to a lower body weight if you do it consistently. Find out more.
There’s growing evidence that vitamin D is important for weight control – and for your overall health. You may have a low vitamin D level and not know it
Researchers continue to reveal new discoveries regarding the body’s reaction to gluten proteins. A growing number of people are being diagnosed with celiac disease, and it has become apparent that an even greater number are sensitive to gluten proteins. This sensitivity can be at the root of a variety of autoimmune disorders.
Not getting enough sleep at night makes it harder to shed body fat. Now a new study shows that losing body fat, especially belly fat, can improve the quality of your sleep. Find out more about the intriguing connection between belly fat, sleep and health.
Is there a time element to weight loss? According to a new study, being overweight or obese for a long period of time without taking steps to correct it, could make it harder to reach and maintain an ideal body weight when you finally make the necessary lifestyle changes. Find out why it’s not a good idea to put off losing weight until tomorrow.
Are you getting enough omega-3s in your diet? Not all omega-3s are created equal when it comes to health. If you’re getting your omega-3s from plant-based foods, you may not be getting the full benefits. Here’s why.
Many women who work out are concerned about body fat percentages – what’s healthy and what isn’t. This article discusses what essential body fat is and why it’s important not to go too low. It also talks about healthy body fat ranges and average body fat percentages of various types of women athletes.
Think you’re healthy because your weight is normal? According to a new study, that’s not necessarily the case. If you store too much fat around your waist and tummy region, your risk of health problems may be the same as someone who’s obese. Find out more about the link between waist and belly fat and health problems and what you can do to lower your risk.
