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11/02/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Stand up every now and then: Sitting in front of a desk for hours on end increases your risk of Type 2 diabetes

Proper posture is crucial for your overall health, but did you know that your posture may influence your risk of diabetes? According to a study by researchers from Deakin University, workers who “use sit-stand desks at work might be able to live longer and be better placed to reduce their risk of Type 2 diabetes.” […]

06/11/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Tips for reducing your risk of breast cancer at any age

Aside from keeping us in good physical condition, a study has shown that regular exercise can help prevent breast cancer. However, the American Institute for Cancer Research (AICR) warns that even though exercise like brisk walking can help reduce the risk of breast cancer among women of all ages, only a handful of Americans are aware […]

06/07/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Don’t forget to drink water when you exercise! Hydration is key to boosting performance

Athletes know that hydration is crucial to maintaining peak performance because water helps to regulate the body temperature. Water also helps lubricate the joints. According to a study, even seniors need to stay hydrated when exercising because it can help them “reap the full cognitive benefits of exercise.” The researchers involved in the study delved […]

05/28/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Adults with heart problems can avoid being hospitalized if they walk at a faster pace

According to a study, your walking speed is linked to more than your stamina. The results of a study have determined that patients with cardiovascular disease who walked faster are hospitalized less. The three-year study, which was published in the European Journal of Preventive Cardiology, involved 1,078 participants with hypertension– at least 85 percent of the individuals were […]

11/18/2017 / By Jhoanna Robinson

If “sitting is the new smoking,” who is responsible for the health consequences of desk jobs?

A new study that is set to be published in the forthcoming Lewis and Clark Law Review shows that sitting for prolonged periods of time can often lead to a number of health issues, which include increased body fat and cholesterol, high blood sugar, and increased high blood pressure. According to Natalie Pedersen, an assistant […]

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