Exercise comes with scores of health benefits which is why experts recommend getting 150 minutes of it weekly. It helps build muscles, melt fats, improves mental as well as cardiovascular health. Most people think that how much time they dedicate to exercise is all that counts. However, there are several others factors as well that …
Every year, about 40 million adults in the United States struggle with anxiety. A rapidly beating heart and sweating palms are some common ways to identify anxiety. Anxiety is what arises when you are put in a stressful situation. This situation may be someone’s normal, but for you it’s worry-inducing and difficult. You can also …
That scene in the movies in which the heroin snacks on ice-cream after a breakup is true to reality. Several people resort to emotional eating to lessen the sorrow that comes with a split. Does this emotional eating cause weight gain? Thankfully, no. A new research work has found that emotional eating from a bad …
A recent study published in the Alcoholism: Clinical and Experimental Research journal said that drinking during pregnancy alters newborns’ genes. This research work also found that prenatal alcohol exposure increases cortisol in infants. The harmful beverage in the expecting mother’s blood is transported to the womb through the umbilical cord. Previous studies have shown that …
There are several reasons you should ditch cola. From the negative effects it has on your teeth to its link with diabetes and cardiovascular disease. It’s also well-documented that the liquid calories these beverages carry can make you put on weight. Now a new research says that not all calories from sugary products are the …
About 40 million adults in America smoke nicotine. A 2013 study called that damage that it causes to the lungs “multidimensional.” It said that smoking was the most consistent cause that chipped in lung disease. Of all its users, tobacco kills half. Though the health industry has been fighting the selling of cigarettes, the tobacco …
A protein powder is a supplement that is stirred in drinks for more protein intake. Proteins are essential nutrients which serve a number of bodily needs. Experts suggest that men should get at least 56g of proteins on the daily whereas women should take 46g. Some people may require more proteins because their diet doesn’t …
Optimism is the quality of being positive. However, this personality trait doesn’t only make people more likeable. In fact, it also comes with benefits for health. This is because optimism promotes a better lifestyle, and better diet which improve overall wellness. Here are some ways being optimistic is advantageous for your health: 1 – Boosts …
Your grandmother is not wrong when she says that you should only occasionally eat out and eat more homemade meals. Eating in is better because homemade food is more nutritious and comprises of less calories. It is also safer as it is more hygienic. You have more control on ingredients too which means there are …
A study published in the Mayo Clinic Proceedings: Innovations, Quality & Outcomes journal recently said that pet ownership can improve heart health. This study further said pooch parents attained the greatest benefits in this regard. Harvard Health Publishing outlines this as well. It says that dogs have a calming effect, they lower stress, blood pressure …