New research, from men’s healthcare company Numan, suggests there is a sleep crisis among UK men with 71% of men surveyed struggling to sleep through the night. The survey reveals that men are not sleeping for long enough and that, when they do fall asleep, the quality of their rest is low. The findings are … Read more
Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is becoming a common pregnancy complication worldwide. Its management has been the focus of much research. A new paper from the University of Nevada, published in the Nutrients Journal, explores the dietary effects of consuming colorful fruits and vegetables (CFV). Study: Effects of an Eating Pattern Including Colorful Fruits and Vegetables on … Read more
An osteopath has shared a simple eye movement that can give you a quick dopamine boost in just 30 seconds. Brendon Talbot is a Canadian health practitioner specialising in bone and muscle tissue and said to complete a 30 second eye exercise to increase dopamine levels which can help with alertness, focus, and interest. He demonstrated … Read more
GYMGUYZ West Hartford, an in-home and on-site mobile personal training business, will hold a grand opening celebration Sunday, August 20, from 1 to 4 p.m. parking lot of 395 W Main St in Avon. As part of that celebration the new business will offer fitness classes for an optional donation of $20 or more to … Read more
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is the third-leading cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide. In 2019, over 328 million people were diagnosed with COPD. Pulmonary rehabilitation (PR) through regular exercise is a successful intervention for COPD patients. Typically, the exercise prescription provided to COPD patients exceeds their exercising capacity. Hence, there is a need to … Read more
In a recent article published in Jama Network Open, researchers performed a secondary analysis of the ActiveBrains randomized clinical trial (RCT) in Granada, Spain, between November 1, 2014, and June 30, 2016, with two primary goals. Study: Effects of an Exercise Program on Cardiometabolic and Mental Health in Children With Overweight or Obesity A Secondary Analysis … Read more
A new version of the keto diet promises to be easy to follow, but experts aren’t so sure. Share on PinterestThe keto diet focuses on restricting carbs in favor of eating more fat than protein. Getty Images The concept of the keto diet seems easy enough. Eat very few carbs and more fat than protein. … Read more
Yes, the popular diet can lead to some unfortunate GI symptoms. Share on PinterestA keto diet is focused on vegetables, protein, and few carbohydrates. Photos: Getty Images This past year, the ketogenic diet made headlines as an extremely quick and effective way to lose weight. The low-carb, high-fat eating plan, which consists of less than … Read more
Getty Images When it comes to keeping your weight down, a new study by Harvard researchers suggests that the quality of your food matters more than its calorie count. Intuitively, we know that gorging on burgers and French fries and slurping down soda leads to more weight gain than eating fresh fruits, veggies and brown rice. … Read more