Diet Key to Weight Loss
Exercise has many proven health benefits, but those who dutifully log miles on the treadmill in the hopes of shedding stubborn pounds may want to... continue reading
Exercise Prevents Alzheimer’s
A landmark study has confirmed what many neurologists have long believed: Exercise is good for the brain. Researchers analyzed data from more than 150 studies... continue reading
Runners Live Longer
Running for two hours a week could add about three years to your life, a new study suggests. Analyzing existing literature on the link between exercise and... continue reading
Midlife Weight Gain
Americans tend to gain a pound of two each year between early adulthood and middle age. That gradual weight gain may not seem to be a cause for concern, but... continue reading
Hypochondria and Heart Disease
Worrying about getting sick may actually make you sick. That’s the conclusion of a new study from Norway that suggests hypochondriacs are at greater risk for... continue reading
Caffeine Cubs Dementia Risk
Coffee lovers probably don’t need any more encouragement to indulge in a cup of joe. But a new study suggests caffeine may help stave off dementia and other... continue reading
The Downsides of Secrets
Keeping secrets can lead to stress, sleep loss, and other unhealthy consequences, new research suggests. Psychologists at Columbia Business School asked... continue reading
The Power Of Sleep – Better Than Winning The Lottery
Improving the quality of your sleep can make you feel as good as winning the lottery, a new study suggests. British researchers analyzed the slumber patterns... continue reading
Pollution Reaches Bloodstream
Tiny airborne pollutants from power plants, cars, and trucks may be able to get through the lungs’ filter system and work their way into the bloodstream, new... continue reading
Low on sleep? Stop computing before bed
Laptops and smartphones may keep you informed and connected like never before, but they also could be keeping you from getting enough sleep. A poll by the... continue reading