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09/19/2018
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By Michelle Simmons
Increasing your physical activity over 6 years in middle age significantly reduces your risk of heart failure
How active you are during middle age can make it or break it for you. Increasing your physical activity over six years in middle age can significantly lower your risk of heart failure, according to an observational study published in the journal Circulation. The study also found that the opposite may be true: Lack of […]
09/19/2018
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By RJ Jhonson
Supplementing with inulin improves your cholesterol levels
Diet plays a significant role in reducing one’s risk for cardiovascular disease. In a study published in the journal Nutrition, Belgian scientists demonstrated that the supplementation of inulin could prove helpful in maintaining a disease-free heart. Inulin is a low-calorie soluble fiber found in many plants, particularly vegetables. It is a “fructan,” which means it […]
08/31/2018
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By Rhonda Johansson
Get out of that chair! Muscle-training exercises you can do at home
While any kind of exercise is great, fitness trainers say that far too many people lack good muscle tone. This may be because most are focused on losing weight rather than placing an emphasis on health. Just to be clear here: Regular cardio exercise does boost metabolism (and help you shed those unwanted pounds!) but strength […]
08/30/2018
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By RJ Jhonson
Moderate to vigorous physical activity lowers the risk of premature death by 70% in women
Smoking is dangerous and causes a lot of deaths, but did you know that a lack of exercise or physical activity is just as dangerous for older women? Recent studies in Boston recommend at least 150 minutes a week of moderate intensity physical activity or 75 minutes a week of high-intensity aerobic activity, as well […]
08/09/2018
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By Zoey Sky
Health experts: You can skip taking 10,000 steps; a brisk 10-minute walk is just as good for improving your health
If the thought of having to walk 10,000 steps daily seems daunting, you can rest easy because 1,000 steps per day will do. Going on a brisk 10-minute walk every day, which is equivalent to about 1,000 steps, can help lower the risk of an early death by at least 15 percent, according to new guidance from Public […]
08/08/2018
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By Zoey Sky
Prevent memory decline by being more physically active and caring for your heart
According to a recent study, both overall physical fitness and the stiffness of the central arteries can help shed light on the how fast certain aspects of memory decline. Researchers from the Centre for Human Psychopharmacology at Swinburne University who authored the study looked at the mechanisms that affect the cognitive performance of older people who live independently. How the […]
07/23/2018
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By Carol Anderson
Keep your heart young and healthy by exercising 4 to 5 days a week
Healthcare experts always recommend engaging in physical activities, and for good reason. Exercising does a lot of good to the overall health of a person. In fact, one study, recently published in The Journal of Physiology, suggests that exercising four to five times a week can actually slow down the aging of your heart. Researchers from the Institute […]
07/13/2018
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By Ralph Flores
A brisk walk doesn’t cut it for teenagers: They need vigorous, out-of-breath physical activity to prevent obesity, heart disease
It’s never too soon to start caring about your body. Teenagers, especially, could stand to gain a lot for taking steps to get fit. Still, with the impact of today’s technologies – it’s easier to sit at home and binge-watch television than go out and engage in physical activities. Unfortunately, this has become the norm […]
06/08/2018
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By Ralph Flores
Going deeper into fish oil: Looking at the other fatty acids
Most people know at least two fatty acids, omega-3 and omega-6, but there are other forms that, while not as prominent, greatly benefit our health. One such case is omega-7, a non-essential fatty acid found in certain fish and some plants, which is now getting attention, thanks to efforts to understand and develop the “science […]
06/06/2018
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By Zoey Sky
Give your aging body a break: Older adults should avoid a high-salt diet
As we age, it takes our body longer to accomplish certain processes that took almost no time at all when we were younger. This also happens in processes that help the body manage water and sodium levels. According to research, as humans and animals age, they find it harder to control their sodium and water retention, […]
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