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05/25/2020 / By Zoey Sky

No more excuses: Even short bursts of exercise offer many health benefits, researchers advise

Not everyone likes to exercise, but studies have proven time and again that regular physical activity is crucial for maintaining your overall health. If you hate going to the gym but want to keep fit, you may finally have a reason to rejoice. According to updated federal physical activity guidelines, short bursts of exercise can also offer […]

05/21/2020 / By Zoey Sky

Intermittent fasting 101: How many hours do you have to fast to reap its benefits?

Intermittent fasting (IF) is a popular eating pattern that offers several benefits, such as promoting weight loss and the burning of fats via ketosis. IF can also minimize inflammation by triggering processes like autophagy. But how long do you need to fast before you experience any of its benefits? Experiencing the benefits of IF may take time for […]

05/19/2020 / By Zoey Sky

Don’t put the blame on “fat genes:” Jogging and other forms of exercise can keep obesity at bay

Staying healthy requires discipline. You need to follow a balanced diet, quit bad habits like smoking and drinking and exercise regularly. But for those who don’t like going to the gym, there are plenty of excuses to choose from, from being too busy with work to having genes that naturally make them fat. But according to a […]

10/17/2019 / By Zoey Sky

Exercise is a good thing, but don’t go overboard

Regular physical activity is essential for your overall health, but there’s also such a thing as exercising too much. Overdoing your workout can result in burnout and fatigue. Here’s why it’s important to pay attention to your body, especially if you prefer high-intensity workouts. What happens when you work out too much? Even though exercising […]

07/06/2019 / By Melissa Smith

Is faster better? How short, intense workouts can help you lose weight quickly

Do you feel like your exercise routine isn’t helping you lose weight? Try high-intensity interval training (HIIT) and sprint interval training. These two short, intense exercises can help you lose weight faster than continuous moderate exercises, according to a study published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine. For the study, researchers from the Federal […]

05/21/2019 / By Ralph Flores

Why Chinese cinnamon should be part of your weight loss plans

Cinnamon is more than a popular flavor in food and drink. It has been used in traditional Chinese and Ayurvedic medicine for centuries to treat various illnesses. These days, it’s also gaining interest as a weight loss booster – something that researchers from Dongguk University in South Korea investigated in their study. Their findings, which appeared in The […]

05/08/2019 / By Michelle Simmons

Acupuncture and lifestyle modification work in concert to treat obesity

In this review, researchers from China investigated the potential of acupuncture alone or in combination with lifestyle interventions to treat obesity. Their findings were published in The American Journal of Chinese Medicine. Obesity is an epidemic health problem that is linked to many medical conditions. Making healthy lifestyle changes is important in fighting obesity. In addition, acupuncture therapy is also […]

05/01/2019 / By Michelle Simmons

Can you reverse diabetes by making these 6 lifestyle changes?

Type 2 diabetes is often caused by poor dietary habits and lifestyle choices. In fact, people who are obese are more likely to develop Type 2 diabetes than those who maintain a healthy weight. Some health experts believe that this condition can be reversed by making healthy lifestyle changes, and this notion is supported by studies. […]

03/15/2019 / By Michelle Simmons

Fermented chokeberry may reduce the negative effects of a high-fat diet

Throughout the years, the number of people becoming obese has dramatically increased — so much so that it has been declared as a worldwide epidemic. Since 1975, the number of obese people worldwide has tripled. The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that more than 1.9 billion adults in 2016 were obese, while there were more than 340 […]

03/14/2019 / By Michelle Simmons

Oolong tea can help reduce abdominal fat

New research suggests that oolong tea contains polyphenols that play an important role in reducing body fat. This finding was published in the journal Food Science and Human Wellness. Tea is one of the most consumed beverages in Asia for health and pleasure. It is rich in polyphenol compounds, such as epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG), epigallocatechin, […]

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