Weight Lifting Could Pump Up Your Brain
Pumping iron might be good for your aging brain as well as your muscles, according to a new study of older
Higher Doses of Vitamin D Required to Protect Your Bones
A new meta-analysis by researchers at Tufts, the University of Zurich and other institutions may help explain seemingly contradictory recent recommendations by experts from the US Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) about vitamin D for bone health.
Sprint to Burn Fat Faster
Australian scientists have added to the evidence that high-intensity exercise
More of Us Walking, But Not as Long
More Americans are walking for their health, but their average time
Watch Your Weight and Help Protect Your Brain
Staying healthy and maintaining a normal weight may be good not only for your body but also for your
Almost Half of Obese Are Nonetheless “Metabolically Healthy”
Is it possible to be fat but still fit? The largest study ever to examine the "obesity paradox"- analyzing data on more than 43,000
Sedentary Jobs Spread Worldwide
The US isnt alone in becoming a nation of chair jockeys: Other countries are growing more sedentary, too, especially at work.
Staying Active and Social Prolongs Life Even After 75
Even well into your golden years, exercise can extend your life-and the greatest benefits come just from getting
“Ideal Weight” Gets Fatter, Too
Whats your ideal weight? As Americans get fatter, their answer is packing on the pounds, too.
7 Habits That Really Do Protect Your Heart
Celebrate American Heart Month by taking these simple steps for heart health. Making a number of small gradual changes towards lowering heart disease risk is a good and achievable goal.