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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 […]

12/14/2019 / By Darnel Fernandez

Intense exercise can help restore heart function in Type 2 diabetes patients: Study

Type 2 diabetes is the most common type of diabetes. A report by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says that 90 to 95 percent of the 30 million Americans that have diabetes have Type 2 diabetes. This chronic illness is characterized by a resistance to the hormone insulin, which helps the body convert blood sugar into energy. If […]

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 […]

11/07/2019 / By Grace Olson

Running outside vs. running on a treadmill: Which exercise is right for you?

Running is a wonderful aerobic exercise that offers numerous health benefits. It can reduce stress, strengthen the bones, help burn calories, and improve heart health. Running can be done indoors (on a treadmill) or outdoors — depending on a person’s preference — and each comes with its own advantages and disadvantages. If you can’t decide […]

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 […]

10/27/2019 / By Zoey Sky

Skipping isn’t just for kids anymore: Study suggests it is a safer alternative to running

Running helps you stay in shape, but it has been linked to damage to bones and joints. And while skipping may be considered as something that’s only ever done by children, researchers suggest that this fun activity is good for adults who wish to exercise and lessen knee pain caused by running. To determine how skipping […]

10/20/2019 / By Grace Olson

Single sessions of moderately intense exercise help boost memory in older individuals, reveals study

Regular exercise has been linked to numerous health benefits, but its connection to semantic memory is largely unexplored. Researchers from the University of Maryland found that a single session of exercise has positive effects on parts of the brain associated with memory. They published their findings in the Journal of the International Neuropsychological Society. Exercise helps […]

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 […]

09/01/2019 / By Zoey Sky

The health benefits of taking the stairs

Not everyone has enough time to go to the gym every day. But according to a study presented at EuroPrevent 2019, taking the stairs regularly can help improve your fitness. To date, this is the largest study on cardiorespiratory fitness in healthy people. According to the study, physical activity is associated with longevity, regardless of age, sex, and starting […]

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