All calories aren’t the same after all. According to a recent study, calories from fat, protein and carbohydrates have different effects on energy expenditure and on other metabolic parameters as well. Find out why restricting calories from fat or carbs isn’t necessarily a good thing.
Are you getting enough magnesium in your diet? Many people aren’t. According to a new study, there’s a good reason to eat more magnesium-rich foods. Find out why magnesium is so important and how to get more in your diet.
HDL-cholesterol is the “good” kind of cholesterol that lowers the risk of heart disease. One way to raise levels of this good form of blood fat is through exercise – but how much do you need to make a difference? Find out what type of exercise is best and how long and how hard you have to work to boost your HDL level.
Aerobic exercise helps to reduce blood pressure as well as some blood pressure medications, but how does it do it? The secret lies in a gas produced by cells lining the inner aspect of blood vessels during exercise. Find out more about this gas and how it keeps your heart healthy.
Are you apple-shaped or shaped more like a pear? It’s important to know since your body type says something about your risk for future health problems. Find out how to determine whether you’re an apple or a pear, what it means and whether it’s possible to change your shape.
Why settle for a boring garden salad when you can turn it into a power salad by adding a few extra ingredients? Enjoy the added taste and the many health benefits of these healthy salad enhancers.
It tastes crunchy and nutty, and it has a surprising number of health benefits. Find out how adding a tablespoon or two of flaxseed to your morning cereal can pay off with better health. You’ll also discover how to maximize its health benefits.
Doing an aerobic workout at least 3 times a week is one of the best ways to lower your risk of heart disease and stroke. Exercise exerts its magic on your cardiovascular system in a number of ways, some of which you may not be aware of. Here are six reasons why exercise is heart
Quitting smoking, eating a balanced diet, cutting down on saturated fats, are all important for a healthy heart. Here are some foods you should eat.
Which affects mortality more, body weight or fitness? A large study recently addressed this issue and came to some interesting conclusions.
There are many healthy athletes that eat a vegetarian or vegan diet. Find out what nutritional deficiencies are most common for these athletes.
What you eat has an impact on your cholesterol level and your risk of heart disease. Here are four types of food that lower cholesterol
