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Morning Exercise May Be Best for Weight Control, New Study Finds
Moderate-to-vigorous exercise in the morning benefits both weight management and health outcomes, new research shows.
These 7 Healthy Lifestyle Habits Reduce the Risk of Depression, New Study Finds
Researchers identify 7 healthy lifestyle habits linked to lower odds of depression.
Should You Fast Before Exercise?
Fasting before exercise has potential health and training benefits, researcher says.
How Many Daily Steps Will Help You Live Longer? Fewer than You Think, a New Study Finds
Adults who take just at least 4,000 steps a day reduce their risk of dying significantly, according to new research.
8 Lifestyle Habits That Could Add Decades to Your Life
In a recent study, people who adopted these 8 habits by the age of 40 extended their lives by more than 20 years.
Pickleball Injuries Are on the Rise. Why Are So Many Players Ignoring the Pain?
In a new Harris Poll, nearly 50% of people say it’s not worth seeing a doctor for a sports injury they think will probably heal on its own.
Best Time of Day to Exercise for Blood Sugar Control
People with type 2 diabetes who exercise in the afternoon experience the greatest reduction in blood sugar levels, new study finds.
Regular Exercise May Help Prevent Parkinson’s Disease, Study Finds
Women who get regular exercise may significantly lower their risk of developing Parkinson’s disease, new research shows.
Dieting, Exercise, Pills – What Works Best for Weight Loss and Health?
Researchers compare common diet strategies and discover evidence-based weight loss plans help move the scale and improve important heart measures.
“Promising Evidence” Exercise Helps Battle Addiction: New Study
Patients with substance use disorders benefit from adding exercise therapy to their treatment plan, researchers find.
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Birth Control Pill Might Lower Odds for Sports Injuries
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- April 17, 2024
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Active women using the pill appear to receive an added bonus from their birth control, a new study says.
These women are less likely to suffer sprains and strains than women not on birth control, researchers reported recently in the journal
Walking Your Way to Better Health
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- April 16, 2024
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Walking is one of the best exercises available to average folks, and it can be as easy as stepping out your front door, experts say.
“It is something you can easily fit into your lifestyle,” said Dr. J...
Exercise Could Help Your Heart by Calming the Brain: Study
- Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter
- April 15, 2024
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You know exercise is great for your cardiovascular health, but new research suggests that your brain has a lot to do with it.
It's all about physical activity's ability to lower stress levels within the brain, explained a team at Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) ...
It May Be Fine to Exercise During Long COVID
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- April 5, 2024
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People with Long COVID might be able to exercise to improve their health, something that up to now has been discouraged, a new study suggests.
“The World Health Organization [WHO]...
Active Workstations Could Make You Smarter at Work
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- April 4, 2024
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Desks that require folks to stand or move as they work also might help them produce better results on the job, a new study suggests.
People's brains became sharper when working at a desk that made them stand, step or walk rather than sit, results show.
Reasoning sc...
Just 30 Minutes Less Sitting Time Per Day Cuts Seniors' High Blood Pressure
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- March 28, 2024
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Seniors wound up with lower blood pressure after they were coached to get up and move more often, a new study says.
Health coaching successfully reduced sitting time for a group of older adults by just over 30 minutes a day, according to a report published March 27 in th...
Obesity Genes Mean Some Folks Must Exercise More for Same Results
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- March 27, 2024
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Some folks struggling with obesity appear to be hampered by their own genes when it comes to working off those extra pounds, a new study finds.
More Weightlifters Are Injuring Heads, Faces During Workouts
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- March 22, 2024
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The weight room is becoming an increasingly dangerous place for folks trying to get into shape, a new study discovers.
Head and facial injuries related to weightlifting have increased sharply during the past decade for both men and women, researchers found.
Between...
Can You Build Muscle in Old Age? Yes, and an Expert Has Tips
- Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter
- March 22, 2024
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If you're in your 60s, 70s or even older, you might think your days of productively pumping iron are behind you.
That's just not true, said Dr. Adil Ahmed, an assistant professor in the Joseph Barnhar...
Sport Coach's Style Can Boost a Player's Mental Health
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- March 7, 2024
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Athletes whose coaches are open, authentic and positive are more likely to have better mental health, a new study says.
Athletes feel happier and deal with problems more easily if their coaches adopt an “authentic leadership” style, researchers report in the journal ...
Even a Little Daily Exercise Cuts Your Stroke Risk
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- March 7, 2024
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Even a little physical activity can cut a person's stroke risk compared to being a complete couch potato, a new review shows.
Folks whose physical activity levels fell short of recommended guidelines still had a lower risk of stroke than those who got no exercise, resear...
Stationary Bike Workouts Could Help Parkinson's Patients
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- March 1, 2024
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A bicycle built for two could be a positive prescription for Parkinson's patients and their caregivers, a small, preliminary study says.
Parkinson's patients had better overall quality of life, improved mobility, and faster walking speed after sharing regular rides on a ...
Yoga Brings Brain Benefits to Women at Risk for Alzheimer's
- Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter
- February 28, 2024
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In a new study, yoga appears to have bolstered the brain health of older women who had risk factors for Alzheimer's disease.
The study can't prove that the ancient practice will slow or prevent the onset of Alzheimer's, but it did seem to reverse some forms of neurologic...
One Way to Reduce Child Obesity: Get Kids Moving More in Class
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- February 27, 2024
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Regular standing and walking activities in the classroom can aid in the fight against childhood obesity, a new study shows.
Children who took part in the Active Movement program experienced an 8% reduction in their waist...
Women Over 60: Here's How Many Daily Steps You Need to Avoid Heart Failure
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- February 26, 2024
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Women might need a lot fewer daily steps to lower their risk of heart failure than they think, a new study suggests.
The usual recommendation is that people get 10,000 steps a day, but women ages 63 and older actually gain solid heart benefits from around 3,600 steps dai...
Junk Food Ups Colon Cancer Risk, But Most Americans Don't Know It
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- February 26, 2024
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Junk food increases people's risk of colon cancer, as well as alcohol, lack of exercise and obesity.
Unfortunately, many Americans don't know about these risk factors for colon cancer, a new survey has found.
Colon and rectal cancers have been rising in people unde...
How to Keep the 'Ozempic Effect' Going: Exercise
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- February 23, 2024
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An open question for weight-loss drugs like Ozempic, Wegovy and Zepbound has been whether folks will keep the pounds off when they stop taking them.
Regular exercise could be the key to quitting the drugs without regaining weight, a new Danish study says.
“It is ...
Can't Exercise Every Day? Weight Loss Is Still Possible
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- February 20, 2024
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Folks can lose weight even if they pack all their weekly exercise into one or two days, a new study finds.
Guidelines recommend that people get at least 150 minutes a week of moderate physical activity or 75 minutes a week of vigorous exercise.
“Weekend warriors�...
Women Get More Health Gains From Exercise Compared to Men
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- February 19, 2024
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There's good news for females who think that men shed pounds faster than women do: New research shows women get more health benefits from exercise than men, even if they put in less effort.
When exercising regularly, women's risk of an early death or fatal heart event dr...
School Uniforms Might Get in the Way of Kids Exercising
- Carole Tanzer Miller HealthDay Reporter
- February 15, 2024
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THURSDAY, Feb. 15, 2024 (Health Day News) -- Schools that want little girls to get plenty of exercise might want to rethink their dress code.
A University of Cambridge study of more than 1 million kids in 135 countries found that in countries where most students wear sch...
Exercise a Lot? You May Lower Your Risk of COVID Infection, Hospitalization
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- February 14, 2024
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Folks who get regular exercise are less likely to become infected with COVID or develop a severe case requiring a hospital stay, a new study finds.
Compared to couch potatoes, adults who adhere to U.S. physical activity guidelines have 10% lower odds of COVID infection a...
As Pickleball's Popularity Has Soared, So Have Injuries
- Robin Foster HealthDay Reporter
- February 12, 2024
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Pickleball has become the darling of older folks trying to stay in shape, but new research shows that with that popularity has come a surge in serious injuries.
Bone fractures related to pickleball have increased 90-fold over the last 20 years, with most injuries occurri...
You Probably Can't 'Exercise Away' the Calories in Sodas: Study
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- February 12, 2024
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Don't expect to sweat away the heart risks posed by sugary sodas and drinks, a new study warns.
Canadian researchers found that even if the recommended 150 minutes of weekly physical activity protects against cardiovascular disease, it's not enough to counter the adverse...
Exercise Can Be a Painkiller for Cancer Patients
- Carole Tanzer Miller HealthDay Reporter
- February 12, 2024
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Being active may help ease ongoing cancer pain.
That's the key takeaway from a study of more 10,600 people with a history of cancer and over 51,000 without the disease.
Healthy Living Builds 'Cognitive Reserve' in Brain That May Prevent Dementia
- Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter
- February 5, 2024
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New research suggests healthy lifestyles can help stave off dementia, perhaps by building a resilient 'cognitive reserve' in the aging brain.
The study was based on the brain autopsies on 586 people who lived to an average of almost 91. Researchers compared each person's...
Neighborhood Gyms Can Be a Lifeline for Stroke Survivors
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- February 2, 2024
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Exercise is crucial to recovering from a stroke, helping victims regain lost physical and mental function.
And stroke survivors are more likely to remain physically active -- or even exercise more than before -- if they have access to a neighborhood rec center or gym, a ...
Nerve Zaps Plus Intense Rehab Can Help Stroke Survivors Use Hands, Arms Again
- Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter
- February 1, 2024
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Losing the use of an arm after a stroke can be devastating, but new research could offer survivors fresh hope.
The study found that a combination of targeted brain stimulation therapy, along with intense physical rehabilitation, can restore control of an affected arm or ...
Just a Small Boost in Fitness Cuts Men's Prostate Cancer Risk
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- January 31, 2024
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Even small increases in a man's cardio fitness can significantly reduce his risk of developing prostate cancer, researchers report.
An annual increase in aerobic fitness of 3% or more is linked to a 35% lower risk of prostate cancer, according to a report published Jan. ...
All That Sitting at Work Is Shortening Your Life
- Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter
- January 19, 2024
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Your office chair could be a killer.
New research shows that folks who spent most of their workday sitting were 16% more prone to an early death, compared to folks in non-sitting jobs.
The Taiwanese study did offer workers a glimmer of hope, however: Getting up &am...
When Weight Loss Cures Diabetes, Risks for Heart Disease Tumble, Too
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- January 19, 2024
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Folks who drop pounds to help control their diabetes receive other substantial heath benefits for all their efforts, a new study says.
Substantial weight loss that led to even a short-lived remission in type 2 diabetes also prompted a 40% lower rate in heart disease and ...
Cardio or Resistance Workouts: Is There a Best Combo for Your Heart?
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- January 19, 2024
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Getting bored with your treadmill or exercise bike?
Picking up a couple dumbbells instead of lacing up your running shoes once in a while won't do your heart any harm, a new study reports.
Splitting the recommended amount of physical activity between aerobic and re...
Walking, Biking to Work Lowers Inflammation That Could Trigger Disease
- Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter
- January 17, 2024
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Using two feet or two wheels to get back and forth to work each day could reduce the inflammation that leads to cancer, heart disease and diabetes, new research shows.
So-called "active commuting" -- walking or biking to work -- for at least 45 minutes daily lowered leve...
Add Some Impact to Your Exercise to Keep Aging Bones Strong
- Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter
- January 17, 2024
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Putting a little pressure on your bones during exercise or daily activities might pay off in stronger bones as you age, new research suggests.
The study focused on a crucial part of the hip joint anatomy called the femoral neck.
Finnish researchers found that large...
Dopamine Hit Could Drive Mental Boost From Exercise
- Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter
- January 16, 2024
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TUESDAY, Jan. 16, 2024 (HeathDay News) -- Folks often feel more alert and savvy after a great workout, and dopamine might be the reason why.
A small, new study by British and Japanese researchers found higher levels of the "feel good" brain neurotransmitter were released...
No Benefit Seen From Most Workplace Wellness Programs
- Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter
- January 15, 2024
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Employees at many companies are urged to take advantage of free wellness programs focused on mindfulness, life coaching, better sleep and many other issues.
Too bad most won't actually boost their well-being, a new study of over 46,000 British workers finds.
Only o...
Shoveling Snow Can Be a 'Perfect Storm' for Your Heart, Experts Warn
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- January 15, 2024
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Snowstorms are blanketing the United States, prompting countless Americans to pick up snow shovels and clear walkways and driveways.
Shoveling snow is more than a chore, however -- it can be a health hazard.
The exertion of shoveling snow increases a person's risk ...
Will Weed Help Your Workout?
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- January 8, 2024
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Using marijuana can help folks better enjoy a good workout, but it's not going to boost their athletic performance, a new study has found.
A small group of runners reported greater enjoyment and a more intense “runner's high” when they exercised after using marijuana...
Resolved to Get Fit This Year? An Experts Offers Tips
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- January 8, 2024
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Is that New Year's resolution to improve your fitness already looking less likely?
It can be tough to know where to start, said Benedikte Western, a research fellow at the University of Agder in Norway.
“It...
Better Mental Health in '24? Try Mindfulness + Exercise
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- January 5, 2024
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Combining mindfulness with exercise could be the key to managing stress during a potentially turbulent 2024, a new review argues.
People who exercise and practice mindfulness meditation together tend to have less worry, stress, anxiety and depression than those who only ...
America's Doctors Offer 10 Health Resolutions as You Start a New Year
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- January 1, 2024
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Still weighing whether to make a New Year's resolution? Or perhaps regretting letting your healthy habits slide during the holidays?
Either way, the American Medical Association (AMA) has ten recommendations to help Americans improve their health in 2024.
“It is ...
One Gender Loses More Muscle During Space Flight
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- December 26, 2023
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Women are more likely to lose more muscle mass during space flight than men, a new lab study suggests.
Females participating in the extended bed rest study lost more leg muscle mass at two months than the men had lost at three months, results show.
The findings “...
Genes Hold Clues to 'Athlete's Heart' Syndrome
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- December 19, 2023
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Elite athletes who suffer a sudden cardiac arrest might have genetics that make them more vulnerable to heart disease, a new study suggests.
Analysis of more than 280 top-level endurance athletes revealed that 1 in 6 have measures that would normally suggest heart diseas...
'Couch Potato' Kids Can Become Young Adults With Heart Trouble
- Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter
- December 15, 2023
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Hours plunked down in front of the TV or staring at a phone screen in childhood could bring poor heart health decades later, a new study shows.
Finnish researchers say kids who were largely sedentary tended to turn into young adults who battled high cholesterol and other...
More Research Shows the Brain Benefits of Exercise
- Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter
- December 14, 2023
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Regular exercise appears to enhance and even grow crucial areas of the human brain, new research using MRI scans shows.
It's long been known that physical activity is a brain-booster, but this international study illustrates ways this could be happening.
“With co...
Exercise Brings Better Quality of Life to Women With Advanced Breast Cancer
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- December 7, 2023
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Exercise can boost the quality of life of women who are battling advanced breast cancer, a new study has found.
Women who took part in a nine-month structured exercise program reported less fatigue and a better overall quality of life, according to results presented Thur...
Do You Overindulge During the Holidays? Poll Finds You're Not Alone
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- December 4, 2023
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Holiday festivities bring joy to many, but they also give rise to quite a few unhealthy habits, a new survey has found.
Two-thirds of people say they overindulge in food during the holidays, and nearly half (45%) said they take a break from exercise, according to a new s...
Timing of Menopause Could Affect a Woman's Muscle Loss
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- December 4, 2023
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Women who enter menopause early could be at increased risk of muscle loss in their senior years, a new study suggests.
Conversely, the more extended a woman's reproductive period, the lower the risk of declining muscle mass as measured by handgrip strength.
"This s...
Couch Potatoes, 'Squatting Breaks' Could Keep Your Mind Sharp
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- December 1, 2023
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Doing some squats during commercial breaks or between YouTube videos can help couch potatoes keep their minds sharp, a new study suggests.
Young volunteers who did short sets of squat exercises every now and then while relaxing performed better in brain games than when t...
Cold Weather Running May Be Even Healthier
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- November 29, 2023
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Dreary, chilly winter days might cause some year-round runners to think twice about their jog, but recent research suggests the benefits of cold weather running outweigh those of running in warmer conditions.
Specifically, cold weather can help runners burn more bad fat,...
Want to Avoid Knee Replacement? Build Up Your Thighs
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- November 27, 2023
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Squats and lunges aren't the most fun exercises, but a new study says they'll help save your knees.
Folks with strong quads building up their thighs appear to be less likely to require a total knee replacement, according to a presentation scheduled for Monday at a meetin...