(Natural News) Many factors can increase your risk of developing dementia, and there are those who believe that having a higher education can help lower your risk for this condition. However, according to an enlightening study, your education before you reach 20 years old is the crucial factor that can help protect you from dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. The […]

(Natural News) Soft-cushioned running shoes were advertised to be safer and more comfortable for athletes. But a recent study warned that such footwear might make legs stiffer, and the resulting increase in impact loading may make it much more likely for the foot to get injured. The study evaluated a small group of physically active young men who […]

(Natural News) erDesk jobs require employees to sit in front of their computers for long hours. However, sitting for long periods can increase a person’s risk of diseases. As a preventive method, research recommends cycling workstations. A systematic review published in the journal Occupational & Environmental Medicine found that cycling workstations may be healthier than standing […]

(Natural News) People who are overweight are often advised to exercise to lose weight. Now, a study finds that this not only aids in weight loss but also in improving insulin sensitivity. The paper, published in the journal Experimental Physiology, suggests a six-week short duration, high-intensity exercise training program to significantly improve insulin sensitivity, as well as muscle size […]

(Natural News) Physical exercise is not just good for building up muscles and endurance. Studies show that working out also improves your brain in many ways. Many of the positive effects of exercise also extend to the brain. For example, physical activity speeds up the heart rate to deliver more oxygen throughout the body. The brain is […]

(Natural News) People into resistance training may want to consider taking ginseng. A study published in the journal Nutrition Research found that ginseng contains a compound called panaxatriol that helps promote muscle protein synthesis after an intense exercise. Muscle protein synthesis is a naturally occurring process wherein protein is produced to repair muscle damage caused […]

(Natural News) Millions of Americans rely on these popular pills and liquid elixirs to make it through cold and flu season. But could your favorite over-the-counter cold medicine be putting your cardiovascular health at risk? New research suggests so, warning that cold and flu products containing non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and decongestants can increase blood […]

(Natural News) A review led by researchers from Drexel University in Philadelphia looked at how dietary protein intake and regular exercise can reduce the risk of muscle loss in older adults. In their article, which was published in Nutrition Research, they compared current recommendations for dietary protein intake and exercise and proffered their suggestions to improve these, based […]

(Natural News) You woke up early with your morning workout already planned. The moment you get out of bed, you feel it — a coming sneeze, a soreness in your throat, perhaps some body pain. It has long been accepted that exercise boosts the immune system. Yet when you already feel sick, should you still […]

(Natural News) It’s known that a lack of exercise and a sedentary lifestyle can increase one’s risk of diseases, including cardiovascular disease. On the contrary, regular physical activity can reduce the risk of health problems. This fact is supported by a new study published in the European Heart Journal. Researchers from the Norwegian University of Science […]