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09/28/2018 / By Vicki Batts

Supplementing with whey protein, vitamin D, calcium may help the over 70 crowd maintain muscle mass and strength

Could supplementing with whey protein and a selection of vitamins and minerals be the key to staying healthy as you age? New research has shown that taking a daily dose of whey protein, calcium, creatine, vitamin D and fish oil can help bolster muscle mass and strength in senior citizens who are 70 years of […]

09/28/2018 / By Vicki Batts

Read this before going on a ketosis diet: Understand how it works and the potential dangers if you do it wrong

Ketogenic diets, or low-carbohydrate diets, are all the rage right now. There are many things to consider before deciding to embark on a journey to ketosis, or “keto,” as many people call it. Experts say that one major factor that impedes weight loss for adults is not the fact that they are eating too many […]

09/24/2018 / By Vicki Batts

Get kids in the garden: It provides exercise and teaches food ownership

Have you been thinking about starting a family garden? New research has highlighted the benefits gardening can have for children of all ages. While it’s pretty well-known that gardening can be a source of great physical activity and pride for adults, it turns out that the benefits of gardening extend to children, too. Digging in […]

09/24/2018 / By Vicki Batts

Quality of diet and exercise found to predict effectiveness of workouts: How to decrease fat, increase muscle mass

It’s no secret that what you eat is an integral aspect of living a health-conscious life and maintaining your well-being. But science continues to show that it’s not just what you eat, but rather how you eat. Two recently published peer-reviewed studies led by researchers at Skidmore College in Saratoga Springs, NY have all but […]

09/09/2018 / By Vicki Batts

Cosmo magazine now celebrating morbid obesity, featuring it on their cover in the name of “feminism”

Cosmo U.K. just featured a size-26 model on the cover of their latest issue. While feminists and so-called body positivity activists are celebrating the fact that a 300-pound woman got to be on the cover of a popular magazine, many people are concerned about what kind of message this “activism” is really sending. No one […]

05/24/2018 / By Vicki Batts

Is your fitness tracker making you SICK?

Fitness trackers are all the rage these days. For many people, they serve as a reminder to be more active and may be a tool for encouragement and tracking improvement — but as is often the case, they are not risk-free. Many people have unfortunately learned this lesson the hard way. While it’s hard to […]

07/03/2017 / By Vicki Batts

Stunning research finds that yoga and meditation literally “repair” your DNA to eliminate disease and depression

Balancing activities like Tai Chi, yoga and meditation are touted for their ability to promote a sense of well-being and reduce stress, but is there more to it than meets the eye? While these exercises are known for being great ways to relax, new research has shown that their benefits extend far past the ephemeral. […]

04/18/2017 / By Vicki Batts

Woman snaps her back at the gym, becomes paralyzed after workout

A firefighter and mother of two has reportedly become paralyzed from the waist down after “snapping her back in two” while attempting to lift a staggering 286 pounds. Thirty-one-year-old Victoria Griffiths says she was trying to do weighted step-ups, using an aerobic step platform and a barbell loaded to teeth. Ms. Griffiths reports that she […]

01/30/2017 / By Vicki Batts

Glorifying obesity: Buzzfeed tells women that being sized XL and up is ‘normal’

Buzzfeed, a Left-wing entertainment company loves to promote feel-good stories and other such tripe. Their recently published story about how the average American woman is now between a size 16 and 18 is surely indicative of that. Writer Chrissy Mahlmeister proclaims, “A recent study revealed that the average American woman wears a size 16–18, and […]

01/09/2017 / By Vicki Batts

Yoga can alter DNA in humans

Yoga is renowned for its positive effects on human health. It’s a great stress-reliever, and there are tons of options for how you want to do your yoga. It can be done at home on your own time, in your own space — or you take classes just about anywhere. Yoga is more than just […]

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