Obesity is linked with an increased risk of developing anxiety and depression in children and adolescents, independent of traditional risk factors such as parental psychiatric illness and socioeconomic status, according to new research being presented at this year’s European Congress on Obesity (ECO) in Glasgow, UK (28 April-1 May). The nationwide study comparing over 12,000… Continue reading Obesity is a Risk Factor for Depression, Anxiety in Children and Adolescents
Occasional Overeating Won’t Ruin Your Body or Your Diet, Doctor Says
Overeating has been found to impair blood sugar (glucose) control and insulin levels. A new study suggests that the duration of a bout of overeating can affect how the body adapts glucose and insulin processing when calorie intake increases. The article is published ahead of print in the American Journal of Physiology — Endocrinology and… Continue reading Occasional Overeating Won’t Ruin Your Body or Your Diet, Doctor Says
Exercise in the Morning To Make Better Decisions All Day: Study
A study of older Australians has found a morning bout of moderate-intensity exercise improves cognitive performance like decision-making across the day compared to prolonged sitting without exercise. Furthermore, the study showed that a morning bout of exercise combined with brief light-intensity walking breaks to frequently disrupt sitting throughout an 8-hour day can boost your short-term… Continue reading Exercise in the Morning To Make Better Decisions All Day: Study
Your Fitness is More Than Just Physical, It’s a State of Mind: Study
According to a new study differences in what motivates individuals and how they self-regulate behavior influence how they keep fit. The study appearing in the journal Heliyon, published by Elsevier, associates personal characteristics with whether people are likely to prefer solo or group exercise activities, CrossFit® training, resistance training, or team sports, how frequently they… Continue reading Your Fitness is More Than Just Physical, It’s a State of Mind: Study
Love Your Protein Shake? Science Says Protein Variety is Better for Your Health
Amino acids have long been touted by the fitness and bodybuilding communities for their muscle building benefits. From ultra-bulk protein powders to lean mass-promoting snack bars, there’s no shortage of products available for those seeking a muscle boost. However, protein’s popularity has also meant that less attention has been paid to researching its potentially negative… Continue reading Love Your Protein Shake? Science Says Protein Variety is Better for Your Health
New Study Says Workplace Wellness Programs Aren’t Paying Off
$8 billion. That’s billion, with a b. That’s how much was spent on workplace wellness programs by corporations in America. According to the Rand Corporation, 80% of all companies with 1,000 or more employees offer some type of wellness program. (1) Some programs offer discounted or even free gym memberships, discounts on health, fitness and… Continue reading New Study Says Workplace Wellness Programs Aren’t Paying Off
Time of Day Effects Your Body’s Response to Exercise: Studies
Two papers appearing April 18 in the journal Cell Metabolism confirm that the circadian clock is an important factor in how the body responds to physical exertion. The studies focused on different components of exercise, thereby complementing each other. Based on this work alone, it’s too early to say when the best time is for… Continue reading Time of Day Effects Your Body’s Response to Exercise: Studies
