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03/06/2020 / By Divina Ramirez

Study: Strength training can benefit those with diabetes by lowering liver fat and improving blood sugar levels

The liver plays an important role in the prevention of metabolic disorders, like Type 2 diabetes, Gaucher’s disease and hemochromatosis. As the largest organ and gland in the human body, the liver carries out over 500 tasks, including breaking down fats, regulating blood sugar levels and filtering out harmful compounds from the blood. However, the liver might struggle […]

11/23/2019 / By Grace Olson

Keep moving for better health: Even 10 minutes of vigorous physical activity can help lower death risk

Researchers from the U.S. and China recently revealed that any type of physical activity could reduce overall death risk. The study, published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine, found that even 10 minutes of moderate, leisurely activities – like walking and gardening – can reduce the risk of all-cause death. This correlation increased more for people who […]

11/19/2019 / By Edsel Cook

Pounds lost doesn’t mean FAT lost: You CAN lose up to 2 pounds of fat a month – but it takes consistency and patience

Many weight-loss diets claim to reduce weight at least two pounds each week, and they generally deliver on their promise to the letter. But Spanish researchers warn that body fat didn’t comprise much of those lost pounds – instead, a person mostly lost water. They advise dieters to take a consistent and patient approach to […]

11/17/2019 / By Grace Olson

Walking for weight loss: The calories you burn depends on how much you weigh and how fast you’re walking

Staying fit requires you to move. Certain foods can help, but it’s still not a replacement for an active lifestyle. People might find staying fit to be difficult due to a busy schedule, but there are some exercises that you can easily integrate into your lifestyle. One of these is walking. Walking, as a physical […]

11/04/2019 / By Grace Olson

Sitting and stagnation lead to sickness: Study finds exercising regularly lowers risk of colorectal and lung cancer

Lung cancer and colorectal cancer are among the most diagnosed forms of cancer in the U.S. Lung cancer is the leading cause of death from cancer, with colorectal cancer coming in third. Researchers from John Hopkin’s School of Medicine in Baltimore found that regular exercise can help reduce the risk of developing these cancers. The […]

11/01/2019 / By Grace Olson

6 Natural ways to burn fat if you can’t exercise regularly

The lack of exercise can contribute to a wide array of health problems, including obesity and a higher risk of cardiovascular disease. In fact, around 39 percent of the American adult population is obese. For people who have sedentary lifestyles, but can’t allot time for exercise, there are natural ways to burn fat that are […]

10/28/2019 / By Zoey Sky

Get up and MOVE: Sitting too long is linked to a higher risk of premature death, warn researchers

People know how having a sedentary lifestyle can negatively affect their overall well-being, but not everyone is trying to be more active to boost their physical fitness. But it’s time to start working out more. According to a 2017 study, sitting for more than one hour without moving can also increase your risk for premature death. Thankfully, there […]

10/25/2019 / By Arsenio Toledo

3 Health benefits of strength training that have nothing to do with strength

If you’re looking for a workout that helps increase the power of your muscles, lengthens your endurance, and reduces your risk of muscle-related injury, it sounds like strength training is what you need. Strength training, or resistance training, is a conditioning workout that helps strengthen your muscles through resistance. These exercises will pit your body’s strength against […]

10/16/2019 / By Darnel Fernandez

Start your morning with a great workout – your brain will thank you for it

A healthy body and a healthy mind often go hand in hand. New research suggests that older adults can maintain good brain health by exercising early in the day. This study, published in the Journal of Applied Physiology, found that morning exercises mitigate the impact of prolonged sitting on brain blood flow in overweight or obese older […]

10/15/2019 / By Darnel Fernandez

Offset the health risks of your desk job by exercising whenever you can

Most jobs nowadays involve an excessive amount of sitting down (and staring into a screen). This type of sedentary lifestyle – a lifestyle with little to no physical activity – has been linked to a number of health concerns like obesity. So how do you resolve this issue? Get moving. In a study published in the Journal of […]

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