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03/06/2020 / By Divina Ramirez

Study: Strength training can benefit those with diabetes by lowering liver fat and improving blood sugar levels

The liver plays an important role in the prevention of metabolic disorders, like Type 2 diabetes, Gaucher’s disease and hemochromatosis. As the largest organ and gland in the human body, the liver carries out over 500 tasks, including breaking down fats, regulating blood sugar levels and filtering out harmful compounds from the blood. However, the liver might struggle […]

03/05/2020 / By Zoey Sky

Where you carry weight could be more important than how much you weigh: Being “pear-shaped” is linked to LOWER heart disease risk, reveals study

Excess abdominal fat and being overweight are bad news for your health. However, according to a recent study, the location of fat on your body is a more accurate predictor of cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk than your actual weight. The study, which was published in the European Heart Journal, suggests that instead of focusing on […]

03/03/2020 / By Franz Walker

Vitamins K1 and K2: What are their unique health benefits?

Vitamin K is a fat-soluble vitamin that is seen as an important part of a balanced diet, but some people may not know exactly why. Some folks may be taking vitamin K for the wrong reasons. With this in mind, it’s important to learn about the benefits of the different types of vitamin K, so […]

02/19/2020 / By Zoey Sky

Try yoga to relieve back pain caused by cycling or spinning

Cycling improves your heart health and makes your legs stronger. The activity can even help you be more mindful. But too much of a good thing can sometimes be bad for you, and cycling for a long time may eventually cause back pain. What’s a cyclist to do? The answer lies in a relaxing practice: […]

02/17/2020 / By Zoey Sky

These boots were made for walking: Increase your walking time to enjoy multiple long-term health benefits

Walking is one of the simplest and easiest ways to sneak exercise into a busy schedule. According to a recent study, adults and the elderly can benefit from walking regularly. Researchers have even found that increasing your walking time helps boost your heart health. The study was published in the journal PLOS Medicine. Many studies have proven […]

02/17/2020 / By Arsenio Toledo

Sitting at your desk at work versus watching television on the couch: Which is worse for your heart?

According to a study, spending hours sitting on the couch watching TV is potentially worse for your heart health than being seated at your desk at work. A study published in the Journal of the American Heart Association analyzed information from 3,592 African Americans living in Jackson, Mississippi. All of the participants were analyzed over a course of […]

11/23/2019 / By Grace Olson

10 natural methods to get a good night’s sleep

Sleeping is essential to a person’s physical and mental health. However, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported that one in three American adults does not get enough sleep each night. Not getting enough sleep can lead to many health problems, including obesity, cardiovascular disease, and depression. Moreover, a drowsy person is more likely to get into […]

11/15/2019 / By Edsel Cook

Plant-based diets can reduce risk of heart failure by up to 41%

Looking to keep your heart healthy? Go for a plant-based diet, say researchers from the University of Alabama at Birmingham and Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York. In a recent study, they concluded that a plant-based diet could reduce the risk of heart failure in adults with no known heart disease. The study, […]

11/01/2019 / By Grace Olson

6 Natural ways to burn fat if you can’t exercise regularly

The lack of exercise can contribute to a wide array of health problems, including obesity and a higher risk of cardiovascular disease. In fact, around 39 percent of the American adult population is obese. For people who have sedentary lifestyles, but can’t allot time for exercise, there are natural ways to burn fat that are […]

10/17/2019 / By Melissa Smith

Kidney issues? Drink more water

Drinking more water is the key to healthy kidneys, and a new research further strengthens this claim. A study published in PLOS ONE found that it could help treat polycystic kidney disease. Polycystic kidney disease is the most common inherited cause of end-stage kidney disease. This chronic condition is characterized by fluid-filled cysts that damage […]

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