(Natural News) Clinical depression is not something you see, in the same way you acknowledge a bruise or scar. The mental illness, which affects nearly 16.1 million Americans today, is still highly misunderstood, with patients often being told to just “get over it.” However, there is also a physical aspect to depression — many patients […]

(Natural News) Most parents have one main goal: to ensure that their children are healthy and happy. Maintaining good health in children is generally pretty straightforward; the right diet, along with plenty of sleep and exercise are usually enough. However, when it comes to happiness, the situation becomes a lot more complex. Thankfully, a new […]

(Natural News) If you’re feeling depressed or anxious, going outside for a run is probably the furthest thing from your mind. It can be hard to get motivated when you’re stuck in a rut, but it is well worth making the effort because running can be a powerful tool in the fight against anxiety and […]

(Natural News) A study conducted by the University of Stirling and University of Edinburgh discovered that children gain better test responses after physical activity that was set at their own pace, as opposed to exhaustive exercise. The study was jointly spearheaded by Dr. Colin Moran and Dr. Naomi Brooks, both of Stirling’s Faculty of Health Sciences and Sport, and […]

(Natural News) Sitting down for hours has become the norm. It’s become far too common for a lot of us to spend seven to eight hours on our butts, working, and being glued to our desks. However, this is contributing to our increasingly sedentary lifestyle, which can take a toll on health. According to a […]

(Natural News) Exercise is important for your overall well-being. Even healthcare professionals stress the importance of regular physical activity for patients with cancer, especially since some individuals may develop depression after receiving a diagnosis. Multiple studies have reported that intense exercise can even help shrink tumors. The link between exercise and tumors Several studies suggest that physical activity […]

(Natural News) Parkinson’s disease affects one in 100 people over the age of 60. This progressive condition leads to a decreased health-related quality of life (HRQL) by inhibiting motor functions, ultimately resulting in death. A study earlier this year found that people who exercised regularly had significantly lower declines in HRQL and mobility. Published in the […]

(Natural News) Even as you undergo cancer treatment, simple things like proper diet and exercise can help increase your levels of successful treatment and recovery. This is according to researchers from the University of Texas MD Anderson Children’s Cancer Hospital, who recently performed a study that was published in an online issue of Pediatrics Research. […]

(Natural News) Resistance training, also known as strength training or weight training, offers more than just muscle-building benefits. This type of exercise can also keep your heart healthy. A study published in the journal Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise found that doing resistance training for about an hour each week could cut your […]

(Natural News) As more and more kids get hooked on electronic devices, depression is affecting a startling number of our nation’s young people. One out of every five teens will have experienced a major depressive episode before graduating from high school, while as many as 3 percent of children and 9 percent of adolescents are […]