(Natural News) For athletes, training is just half the equation for winning the sport. The other half could very well be their diet, since eating the right foods can help improve their performance significantly. For the latter, going on the internet can be a minefield, with many health sites offering different (and sometimes even contradicting) […]

(Natural News) Most fitness apps today recommend walking at least 10,000 steps every day for better health. Where the number came from, people are not sure. Nonetheless, many regard it as the baseline for physical activity. However, a cohort study published in Jama Internal Medicine reveals that people may not need to walk that many steps to be […]

(Natural News) When someone can’t wrap their heads around their emotions, they often blame their behaviors on hormones. But hormones are more than just that. Hormones belong to the endocrine system, which is responsible for different bodily functions, such as metabolism, sleep cycles, skin health, growth and development, reproduction and mood. This system produces and […]

(Natural News) Typically, body mass index (BMI) readings are used to determine whether an individual is overweight or obese. However, BMIs may not be always accurate. There are five other signs that could indicate that it’s time to lose weight, according to experts. 1. Having a big waist The size of your waist is the best […]

(Natural News) The ketogenic (keto) diet can help people manage conditions like epilepsy and diabetes. It’s also an effective diet for people who want to lose weight. However, women often experience one surprising side effect of the keto diet: hair loss. What happens when you’re on the keto diet? Going on the keto diet means you need […]

(Natural News) Proteins are often associated with meat, cheese, and other dairy products – but did you know that vegetables offer them as well? If you’re looking to get your daily dose of protein without adding meat to your diet, a good way to do it is to combine vegetables into your smoothies. What are proteins? A protein is a chain […]

(Natural News) Will you get shorter when you get old, lose your memory, and be on a dozen different medications? Will you need hip replacements, and knee replacements, and need to receive organ donations just to carry on? Will you be put on blood thinners, cholesterol medications, and prescriptions for high blood pressure and irritable […]

(Natural News) Each year, more and more people become glued to their desks, their couches, and their beds due to technology. Various tools and devices have been developed that make many things accessible to people with just a tap of a finger. However, the sedentary lifestyle poses numerous health risks and can lead to obesity, Type 2 […]

(Natural News) Whether you’re 25 or 65, what you eat and how you spend your free time will affect your longevity. If you want to live longer, here are 13 lifestyle habits that will help increase your life expectancy and improve your overall well-being. Follow a diet full of nutritious plant foods. Eating a wide variety of plant-based […]

(Natural News) Many studies have established a clear link between obesity and increased risk of cancer. A sedentary lifestyle, high alcohol intake and a junk food diet all contribute to obesity. One of the most direct causes of weight gain, however, is consuming drinks and processed foods that are high in sugar. One of the […]