A new study has found that skipping just one night of sleep leads to a shift in brain activity that increases the desire to consume more fat the following day. Researchers say the study offers more insight into the relationship between lack of sleep and risk of obesity. The loss of sleep actually altered what’s… Read more »
If you are one of the millions of Americans suffering from acid reflux or GERD, you’ve likely received tons of advice from well-meaning friends, family and even doctors. However not all advice is for the best. We decided to highlight the worst advice we’ve ever heard about reflux and set the record straight. Eat larger… Read more »
Just because you’re getting older, doesn’t mean you can’t exercise. Below are five common exercise myths debunked. Myth 1: I’m going to get old no matter what, so there’s no point in exercising. Fact: Exercise and strength training helps you look and feel younger and stay active longer. Regular physical activity lowers your risk for… Read more »
Spring is officially here. The dark days of winter are behind us, and yet many of us are still feeling slow and sluggish – like a bear just coming out of hibernation. Now is the time to do something refreshing that will increase your energy levels and help you bounce into summer. Yoga might be… Read more »
In basketball, the term “Cinderella Story” is used to refer to situations in which competitors achieve far greater success than would reasonably have been expected. Are you struggling to lose weight? Do you feel like you’re doing everything right, but you’re not getting the results you want? Maybe it’s time to be your own Cinderella… Read more »
The Health Benefits of Walking Spring is here and it’s time step up your game and get active. There are many choices of physical activities out there, but walking is one of the easiest and has the lowest dropout rate of them all. And according to the American Heart Association, it’s one of the most… Read more »
It’s the trendy food craze of the moment – gluten-free – and companies are cashing in. But a new article in Consumer Reports magazine suggests that unless you are actually suffering from Celiac Disease, a gluten-free diet may cause more harm, than good. Gluten is a protein found in wheat, rye, and barley. More than… Read more »
It is estimated that more than 25 million Americans are lactose intolerant. Their bodies can’t digest lactose, an enzyme found in dairy products. Symptoms are unpleasant and include diarrhea, nausea, bloating and gas. Most people who suffer from lactose intolerance end up avoiding dairy altogether. But new research suggests that might not be necessary. Dairy… Read more »
Just because you’re getting older doesn’t mean you have to give up on exercise. But a lot of people do – just one out of four people between the ages of 65 and 74 exercise on a regular basis. Many people assume that they’re too out of shape or sick or tired or just plain… Read more »
Researchers have discovered a new risk factor for Alzheimer’s disease: leaky blood vessels. An MRI study found that people experiencing mild problems with thinking and memory had much more leaky blood vessels in the hippocampus area of the brain. The study, published in the January 2015 issue of Neuron, also found that blood vessels in the… Read more »