(Natural News) What you eat after working out is as important as the actual training. When you exercise, your body uses stored glucose called glycogen, which depletes energy. Your muscles also tear especially if you’re doing resistance or strength training. As a result, you get exhausted and sore. But by eating the right foods, you can […]

(Natural News) It’s easy to fall into the habit of skipping exercise because you’re busy with work or chores. Yet according to a study, having a sedentary lifestyle for at least 20 years is linked to twice the risk of premature death, especially compared to those who exercise regularly. Results from the Trøndelag Health Study (the […]

(Natural News) The body consumes high amounts of energy when you work out, depleting your energy stores. One way to keep your body up and running during particularly intense exercises is to eat before working out. Some people fast before working out and still perform well. Others, particularly beginners and those who do highly demanding workout routines, […]

(Natural News) When the holidays roll around, it can be easy to forget that you’ve committed to eating a balanced diet. After all, eating some cookies after finishing a plate of turkey and mashed potatoes won’t hurt, right? If you’re worried about snacking too much and gaining a couple of extra pounds over the holidays, listen […]

(Natural News) It’s no secret that regular exercise is good for human health. It strengthens muscles, boosts immune function and reduces the risk of chronic disease, among other health benefits. On top of these benefits, researchers from a health insurance firm in the UK found that regular exercise can also lead to a longer life. The team […]

(Natural News) The thought of daily grueling gym sessions may put people off of exercising regularly, but a recent review has revealed that even light exercise offers health benefits. Details of the study were published in the journal BMJ. The article bears good news, especially for people who spend hours at their desks at work and those who […]

(Natural News) A recent study in the British Journal of Cancer revealed that people with at least 60 minutes of physical activity from adolescence could potentially reduce their risk for colorectal cancer by more than a third. The report, led by researchers from the University of Sao Paolo, is the first to analyze the direct link between physical […]

(Natural News) Gaining weight is bad for your overall well-being as it increases your risk of developing various health problems. It can also make you gain fat around your face, which can be difficult to address unless you make lifestyle changes like exercising more and eating right. Adopt healthier eating habits Heavily processed foods like potato […]

(Natural News) The use of supervised exercise after a sports-related concussion can lead to an earlier return to sports, according to a recent retrospective study published in the Clinical Journal of Sports Medicine. A team of researchers from the University of Michigan (UMich) found that exercising after a sports-related concussion helped patients recover in under a month. These findings suggest […]

(Natural News) Exercise helps you stay fit. Several studies also suggest that physical activity boosts mental health. According to an article published in the journal Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise, the link between exercise and the endocannabinoid system may be key to understanding how working out helps improve the mood of people with depression. The study was conducted by […]