Tag Archives: preventive lifestyle
Capturing Runner’s High
Earlier this year, scientists in Sweden stumbled upon the possibility of developing a drug that would induce the desire to exercise. While the development of such a drug is still the early phases, there is another mechanism that can induce an addictive desire to move – something all natural. This natural mechanism is more affectionately […]
Capturing Runner's High
Earlier this year, scientists in Sweden stumbled upon the possibility of developing a drug that would induce the desire to exercise. While the development of such a drug is still the early phases, there is another mechanism that can induce an addictive desire to move – something all natural. This natural mechanism is more affectionately […]
Lack of Physical Activity Determined Deadly
A series of reports published in the journal, The Lancet, revealed that globally, lack of exercise is responsible for 1 in 10 premature deaths – a number very close to the number one cause of premature death – smoking. In recent months, obesity has surpassed smoking as the number one healthcare cost in the nation, […]
Strength Training Key to Preventing Cognitive Decline
Pumping iron isn’t just about sculpting a beautiful, lean physique anymore. Several small studies completed this year and presented at the 2012 Alzheimer’s Association International Conference found that resistance training offers significant benefits linked to the prevention of cognitive decline. The studies were comprised of 150 individuals or less, but each unveiled strong evidence that […]
Scientifically-Proven Effective, Simple Weight-Loss Strategies
Scientific research has been hot on the trail with the release of evidence that certain behaviors will ensure you achieve a slimmer waistline. On Friday, the Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, published the results of a one-year study seeking to determine what habits consistently lead to the largest weight loss results. This […]
Lifelong Health: Get Your Groove On
A healthy lifestyle and successful weight management may require you to find your “groove.” Your body appreciates routine when it comes to managing your metabolism, but your muscles, mouth and mind like to keep things interesting. Some rules for finding your groove: Diet. When it comes to planning your diet, choose a variety of foods […]
Obesity comes with a Hefty Price Tag
Many people would argue that living a healthy lifestyle is much more expensive than living an unhealthy one, but have you ever really sat down and crunched the numbers? Yes, it does cost more to eat healthy and it does cost to visit the doctor and maintain a gym membership, but when you compare these […]
Colon Cancer: Another Case for Preventive Health Measures
With March comes the first glimpse of warmer weather and goals of better health. March is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. Colon cancer is the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the United States. Unfortunately, the number of individuals diagnosed each year is growing, topping off at nearly 150,000 newly diagnosed cases last year. […]
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