(Natural News) Excessive consumption of sugars is closely associated with several metabolic disorders and health conditions, according to a recent study published in Circulation. Researchers from the American Heart Association (AHA) examined the amount of dietary sugars in the standard American diet (SAD) and found that the intake of added sugars greatly exceeded discretionary calorie allowances. The study also revealed that […]

(Natural News) A shortness of breath even if you’re in a sedentary position can mean an underlying symptom of a health problem, often related to heart or lung disease. If you’re experiencing shortness of breath when lying down flat on your back, and feeling relief when sitting upright or standing, you may have what is […]

(Natural News) Humans are creatures of habit. For instance, a person who frequents the gym at the same time every day eventually sets that specific schedule as his workout time, whether he’s an early bird or a night owl. People’s work schedules and overall chronobiology usually dictate when they decide to do their exercise. Now, […]

(Natural News) There are many things about fruits that make them such great health foods. For one, they are rich in essential nutrients that the body requires to perform important processes. Fruits are also generous sources of antioxidant compounds that help protect cells and boost your immune system. But there’s another reason why fruits are an integral part […]

(Natural News) Coffee has become one of the most popular beverages in the world. You would be hard-pressed to find someone who doesn’t enjoy a good cup of coffee to start their day. While coffee tastes great and can give you the energy boost you need to get you through the morning rush, the rich […]

(Natural News) Obesity has been a growing health problem over the years, especially in the United States. According to the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Disease (NIDDK), more than one in three adults are considered obese. This excess weight can bring negative effects to a person’s wellbeing and even inhibit their day-to-day […]

(Natural News) The average American still eats too much processed meat and not enough fish, according to researchers from Tufts University in Boston. In their report, which appeared in the Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, the team revealed that not much has changed in the past 18 years: U.S. adults still consume the same […]

(Natural News) The World Health Organization (WHO) defines overweight or obesity as the abnormal or excessive accumulation of fat that presents a health risk. Obesity is caused by either one of two things: genetics or an increased consumption of high-calorie foods coupled with a sedentary lifestyle. People with obesity suffer from abnormalities characteristic of metabolic syndrome […]

(Natural News) Bad nutrition continues to be a great societal problem, as experts from Cancer Research UK (CRUK) are now warning that obesity is catching up to smoking as a leading cause of cancer. According to the experts, while smoking still maintains its leading spot, the number of smokers and smoking-related cancer diagnoses is declining, while that […]

(Natural News) Hypovitaminosis D, or vitamin D deficiency, is a common health problem experienced by many, particularly those living in cold countries and those getting limited sun exposure. In the U.S., four out of 10 individuals are likely to have insufficient vitamin D levels. If left unaddressed, vitamin D deficiency can cause a variety of […]