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11/21/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Women with rheumatoid arthritis suffer faster physical decline after menopause, new study says

Menopause brings many changes to a woman’s body. For women with rheumatoid arthritis, however, this means a sharper decline in physical function, according to a study in the journal Rheumatology. Rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic inflammatory disorder that is not limited to the joints. It also affects various body systems, including the skin, eyes, lungs, heart, and […]

11/21/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Breast cancer survivors who exercise have better mental health

Breast cancer survivors will not only benefit physically from exercise, but also mentally. In a study published in the Journal of Cancer Science & Therapy, researchers discovered that long hikes can sustainably improve the mental health, level of physical activity, and quality of life of breast cancer survivors. The researchers, who were from the University […]

11/19/2018 / By Edsel Cook

Hypertensive patients greatly benefit from aerobic exercise: Study

Aerobic exercise is highly recommended for people who want to improve or maintain their cardiovascular health. An American study indicated that intense sessions of this physical exercise could benefit people treated for hypertension. Hypertension, also known as high blood pressure, is a medical condition where the blood pressure of the patient is constantly high. It […]

11/14/2018 / By Rhonda Johansson

Can we laugh our way to a healthier body?

Yes, we can, according to science. More evidence points to the therapeutic benefits of genuine laughter – the type that causes our bellies to shake and has us almost gasping for breath. From significantly reducing the amount of pain we feel to actually boosting our immune system, laughter is a simple but effective way to improve […]

11/14/2018 / By Ralph Flores

The importance of quercetin in muscle health

Quercetin is often talked about as a beneficial compound found in most fruits, but a study led by researchers from the University of Ulsan in South Korea indicated that this flavonoid is useful even on its own. In this study, published in the Journal of Medicinal Food, researchers discovered that quercetin, when isolated, can be used to […]

11/12/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Remember these golden rules of weight loss to help you stay fit even in your 40s, 50s, or beyond

People gain weight faster as they age because of different factors. These include stress, hormonal declines, and physical inactivity and muscle loss. To maintain your weight or lose weight even at the age of 40 and above, try to follow these tips: Eat foods rich in nutrients: Eating nutrient-rich foods will help prevent weight gain […]

11/08/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Strength training can make you live longer

It is not news that exercising can help you stay healthy, reduce your risk of diseases and prolong your life. However, just doing aerobic exercise, such as walking or jogging, is not enough to keep you strong and healthy. You also have to do strength training exercises to keep yourself from becoming weaker and less […]

11/07/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Slim isn’t enough: Post-menopausal women need to be fit too in order to avoid breast cancer risk

Post-menopausal women with a normal body mass index (BMI), but who have high amounts of body fat are more prone to breast cancer, a study presented to the American Association for Cancer Research found. This means that for post-menopausal women, it is not enough to be slim but to be fit as well in order […]

11/07/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Green coffee can aid your weight loss goals

If you’re fond of drinking coffee, you might want to consider switching to green coffee, especially if you want to lose some weight. According to Rick Hay, the Nutritional Director of Healthista, green coffee is a better alternative to regular coffee because it can also promote weight loss. What is green coffee? If you’re looking for […]

11/03/2018 / By S.D. Wells

It’s not that heart disease and obesity runs in your family, it’s that nobody in your family RUNS

If your doctor tells you that some major health problems like obesity or heart disease “run in your family,” shouldn’t you first check to see if your family members have all been eating the same blood-clogging fats and health-wrecking chemicals that cause those diseases or disorders, and if any of them ever exercised? Today’s medical […]

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