Why Men & Women Gain Weight In Different Areas Of The Body
Why is it that men and women put on those extra kilos in different areas of the body? The answer may not be far away as researchers are close to revealing vital sex differences in men and women concerning fat storage. The research has indicated that fat is genetically different in men and women. “Given [...]
Trying To Lose Weight? Drink More Water
Forget diet pills and cleanses. A new study suggests that an effective weight-loss aid is available straight from your kitchen sink. Drinking two 8-ounce glasses of water before breakfast, lunch, and dinner while also cutting back on portions may help you lose weight and keep it off for at least a year, according to research [...]
Walk, Cycle To Fight Obesity: Study
People who walk or cycle for transport tend to be slimmer than those who rely on a car to get around, according to a new study of 15 countries. The study looked at the relationship between “active travel” — bicycling or walking instead of driving — and physical activity, obesity and Type 2 diabetes. More [...]
Yoga Protects The Brain From Depression
Researchers have found that three sessions of the exercise a week can help fight off depression as it boosts levels of a chemical in the brain which is essential for a sound and relaxed mind. Scientists found that the levels of the amino acid GABA are much higher in those that carry out yoga than [...]
Yoga Boosts Heart Health: Study
Want to have a healthy heart? Practice yoga daily as Indian researchers have claimed that breathing exercises, stretching, relaxation and meditation improve heart health. According to the researchers at IIT-Roorkee in Uttarakhand, heart rate variability, a sign of a healthy heart, has been shown to be higher in yoga practitioners than in non-practitioners. Ramesh Kumar [...]
Few Medicines Work As Well As Exercise
Seniors can improve muscle strength and bone mineral density, and reduce cognitive decline through exercise. We all know we’re supposed to exercise, to move our muscles and be strong. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control estimates about three-fourths of older adults are sedentary, despite informative articles insisting activity helps prevent many related ailments, from coronary [...]
San Francisco Sued Over Cell Phone Radiation Law
The wireless industry filed a lawsuit against the city of San Francisco in US District Court on Friday to halt a law that requires cell phone stores to post how much radio energy each model emits. The law, first of its kind in the US, is being contested by CTIA – The Wireless Association. The [...]
Knowing Risk Factors Can Prevent Colon Cancer
Colorectal cancer is the third biggest cancer killer in the United States, killing an estimated 50,000 people every year, according to the American Caner Society. It doesn’t have to be that way. Early detection can reduce the colon-cancer death toll through prevention and treatment. Regular colonoscopies can catch colon polyps before they have a chance [...]
Big Belly Raises A Woman’s Pancreatic Cancer Risk
Where a person carries their extra weight may influence their risk of pancreatic cancer. People — especially women — with more fat around their waistline are at increased risk of the deadly disease, according to a study published today. The study also confirms that the risk of pancreatic cancer climbs in tandem with body mass [...]
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