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02/14/2020 / By Tracey Watson

Bon voyage! Study suggests taking vacations helps boost heart health

Statistics indicate that around a quarter of all adults have a condition known as metabolic syndrome, a cluster of risk factors associated with an elevated risk of Type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease and stroke. The risk of metabolic syndrome increases with age, and lifestyle issues like not exercising enough, smoking and carrying extra weight also […]

01/31/2020 / By Arsenio Toledo

Spending at least 2 hours in nature per week improves overall health and psychological well-being, shows study

A mountain of research is giving near-conclusive evidence to the idea that exposing yourself to nature improves your physical and mental health, and the effects go beyond just giving your mood a temporary boost. A study published in the journal Scientific Reports suggests that spending at least two hours a week immersing yourself in nature is enough to positively affect you. The […]

01/30/2020 / By Tracey Watson

The risk of braces: Study finds dental correction doesn’t always yield the expected confidence boost … Are the benefits worth the health risks?

Orthodontic treatments are anything but cheap, but many parents are convinced that scratching together the money for braces for their children will make all the difference to their future confidence levels. After all, it just doesn’t make sense that the kid with the ugly, crooked teeth will grow up to be as confident as the […]

01/30/2020 / By Arsenio Toledo

Why do over 80% of older Americans consider themselves “healthy” despite chronic illness?

A National Health Interview Survey found that 82 percent of American adults between the ages of 65 and 74 rated their health as either “excellent,” “very good” or “good” despite the fact that around 60 percent of older Americans are managing two or more chronic conditions. The National Health Interview Survey was administered by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. According to […]

01/24/2020 / By Darnel Fernandez

Scientists link chronic inflammation to low motivation and reduced dopamine levels

People often experience days where they lack the motivation to get up and go to wherever they need to be. While this mopey, listless feeling can strike at any moment, those with chronic, low-grade inflammation are more likely to experience the sudden onset of the blues. A study published in the journal Trends in Cognitive Sciences revealed that […]

01/05/2020 / By Grace Olson

Waking up in the middle of the night? Here are 10 reasons why

Having sufficient sleep is a must for everyone. It helps keep the body in tip-top shape by allowing it to rest, repair tissues and store short-term memories. However, some people have trouble sleeping and wake up in the middle of the night. Here are 10 reasons why this happens: 1. Feeling anxious or depressed People […]

12/28/2019 / By Tracey Watson

Could this be the reason so many women are depressed and angry?

A scan of the latest news reports from around the globe soon makes it clear that human beings are becoming more and more angry and depressed. This, despite the medical, scientific and technological breakthroughs of the past 100 years, which – theoretically at least – should mean that we experience longer, healthier and happier lives. […]

12/24/2019 / By Darnel Fernandez

Work burnout and emotional eating: Overworked employees often adopt unhealthy habits that cause weight gain, reveals study

Anyone holding the same job or position for many years could encounter the dreaded feeling of job burnout. The stress and exhaustion that stems from this condition not only affects your productivity and overall morale, but it also could bring adverse effects to your waistline. A study published in the Journal of Health Psychology found a surprising link between […]

12/16/2019 / By Grace Olson

Anxiety is a double-edged sword: The 3 benefits of situational anxiety

People often classify anxiety as a negative emotion. Often, it’s characterized by intense fear and worry, manifesting in sweaty palms, agitation, fatigue and muscle tenseness. Indeed, in excessive amounts, it gets in the way of even the most basic daily activities. In the U.S. alone, anxiety disorders affects 40 million adults, becoming the most common mental illness […]

11/29/2019 / By Zoey Sky

Rest vs. an endorphin rush: If you’re sleep-deprived, is it better to get more sleep or work out?

It can be difficult to maintain your fitness if you have a busy work schedule, but once you get the hang of it, your day may not be complete without working out. But if you become so busy that you’re not getting enough sleep, is it best to push through with working out or should you sleep […]

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