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Mindfulness interventions could reduce blood pressure, study shows

As the leading cause of death in both the United States and the world, heart disease claims nearly 18 million lives every year, according to the World Health Organization.

4 Dec 2019

Respiration key to oxygenation in the brain

Contrary to accepted knowledge, blood can bring more oxygen to mice brains when they exercise because the increased respiration packs more oxygen into the hemoglobin, according to an international team of researchers who believe that this holds true for all mammals.

4 Dec 2019

Social media associated with disordered eating in young adolescents

New research suggests that social media, particularly platforms with a strong focus on image posting and viewing, is associated with disordered eating in young adolescents.

4 Dec 2019

Cancer patients receiving common heart drugs have less heart damage from cancer therapy

Cancer patients receiving common heart drugs have less heart damage from cancer therapy, according to research presented today at EuroEcho 2019, a scientific congress of the European Society of Cardiology.

4 Dec 2019

Study examines link between social media and disordered eating behaviors in young adolescents

New research indicates that social media is leading young adolescent girls and boys down a worrying path towards developing body image issues and eating disorder behaviors - even though they are smartphone savvy.

4 Dec 2019

Resistance exercise may help reduce bone loss in obese, older adults

Successful weight loss approaches in older adults with obesity can unfortunately lead to bone loss and an increased risk of fractures.

4 Dec 2019

Eating more protein than recommended dietary allowance may benefit only a few, study shows

While some diets load up on protein and other diets dictate protein sources, it can be hard to know what to consume while managing weight or during weight loss.

3 Dec 2019

1 in 5 adolescents have prediabetes in U.S.

The recent report by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) published in JAMA Pediatrics, highlights the rising prevalence of prediabetes, which can lead to type 2 diabetes if it’s not treated or controlled early. In the country, an estimated 18 percent among adolescents between the ages of 12 and 18, and 24 percent among young adults, between 19 and 34 have prediabetes.

3 Dec 2019

Study: As married couples age, coping with their own health demands may take a mental toll

When they said their wedding vows, many of them promised to stand by one another in sickness and in health. But a new study suggests that as married couples age and develop chronic conditions, the daily demands of coping with their own health demands and those of their spouse may take a mental toll.

3 Dec 2019

How to make holidays healthier and less stressful without falling victim to the holiday hustle

The holidays are meant to be a time of celebration and quality time with family and friends. However, when trying to manage our families and navigate all of the festivities, this season is often a catalyst for a lot of stress and anxiety.

27 Nov 2019

Post-operation physiotherapy provision comes down to 'postcode lottery'

The amount of physiotherapy available following hip and knee replacements comes down to a 'postcode lottery' according to new research from the University of East Anglia.

27 Nov 2019

Aerobic exercise and heart-healthy diet may slow cognitive decline in older adults with CIND

Cognitive impairment without dementia (CIND), or mild cognitive impairment, is a condition that affects your memory and may put you at risk for Alzheimer's disease and dementia.

26 Nov 2019

Screen time could be starting in infancy, says NIH study

Children nowadays might be risking their developmental health by excessive exposure to screen time. The average time that children stare at the idiot box, or other monitors, including a computer or mobile device, was almost an hour a day at 12 months of age, increasing to over 150 minutes (2.5 hours) by the age of 3 years.

25 Nov 2019

Research opens the door to better understanding of osteoarthritis

Oregon State University research has provided the first complete, cellular-level look at what's going on in joints afflicted by osteoarthritis, a debilitating and costly condition that affects nearly one-quarter of adults in the United States.

25 Nov 2019

Tips for staying healthy during the holiday season

The holiday season is a time with family, friends and fun, but it is also a time that is filled with lots of food and sweets.

25 Nov 2019

Study finds lower rates of premature death and cancer in Seventh-day Adventists

A recent study found lower rates of premature death and cancer in Seventh-day Adventists, a Protestant denomination long known for health promotion, compared with individuals in the general U.S. population.

25 Nov 2019

Study shows how drinking patterns reprogram circadian metabolism in the liver

Drinking alcohol is a widespread habit in modern society and can have serious metabolic consequences. Recent studies have uncovered the interplay between nutrition, metabolism and circadian rhythms. But, until now, little has been done to understand the effects of alcohol consumption on circadian metabolism.

22 Nov 2019

Exercise News and Research

Latest Exercise News and Research

Mindfulness interventions could reduce blood pressure, study shows

Respiration key to oxygenation in the brain

Social media associated with disordered eating in young adolescents

Cancer patients receiving common heart drugs have less heart damage from cancer therapy

Study examines link between social media and disordered eating behaviors in young adolescents

Resistance exercise may help reduce bone loss in obese, older adults

Eating more protein than recommended dietary allowance may benefit only a few, study shows

1 in 5 adolescents have prediabetes in U.S.

Study: As married couples age, coping with their own health demands may take a mental toll

How to make holidays healthier and less stressful without falling victim to the holiday hustle

Post-operation physiotherapy provision comes down to 'postcode lottery'

Aerobic exercise and heart-healthy diet may slow cognitive decline in older adults with CIND

Screen time could be starting in infancy, says NIH study

Research opens the door to better understanding of osteoarthritis

Tips for staying healthy during the holiday season

Study finds lower rates of premature death and cancer in Seventh-day Adventists

Study shows how drinking patterns reprogram circadian metabolism in the liver

Tips for avoiding strain and injury after yard work

Virtual reality clinic could make it easier for stroke survivors to attend therapy sessions

Sleep deprivation affects people much more than previous theories have suggested

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