New Study Analyzes Effects of Lifestyle Changes on Heart Health

If you want to boost heart health and reduce cardiovascular risks, the American Heart Association recommends a lifestyle that features a healthy diet, exercise, not smoking, and having a healthy percentage of body fat. The reason for stressing these characteristics is their positive effect on critical biomarkers – a lifestyle that incorporates these characteristics lower …

Mediterranean Diet Could Cut Breast Cancer Risk, suggests New Study

There are foods that can trigger or worsen certain ailments. The positive impact of a Mediterranean diet on heart, brain and overall health is no secret. The traditional Mediterranean diet incorporates fruits and vegetables, whole grains, legumes and nuts, olive oil, fish and poultry, and herbs and spices (instead of salt to flavor foods). It …

Aging and Exercise – Fallacies and Facts

Exercise is an integral component of a healthy lifestyle. However, many people are unaware about the role that exercise can play in promoting healthy aging, have misconceptions about its benefits, and give up exercise at some point in their life. Recognizing the vital role exercise plays in promoting healthy aging is paramount. Dispelling misconceptions and …

Study Reveals the Dangers of Poor Sleep among Teens

Many teens have sleep problems and this is having a negative impact on their physical, mental and emotional health. According to a new study by researchers at University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB), teens who experience sleep problems and longer sleep duration are more reactive to stress and this could contribute to academic, behavioral and …