Columbia University (USA) researchers recently addressed the frequency and volume of physical activity to fight back. The answer: Just five minutes of walking every 30 minutes (during prolonged periods of sitting) can offset some of the harmful effects of being mostly sedentary.... Read More
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Reducing Colon Cancer Risk
Physical activity increases were associated with a lower risk for proximal (the first portions) colon cancer risk, particularly among younger participants. Not surprisingly, reductions in smoking appeared to be associated with a lower risk of colorectal cancer.... Read More
Cardiac Arrest and CPR
There are more than 356,000 out-of-hospital cardiac arrests (OHCA) annually in the U.S., nearly 90 percent of them fatal. That translates to nearly 1,000 individuals daily.... Read More
Reduce Your Diabetes Risk
Fiber helps slow the absorption of sugars and lowers blood sugar levels. Fiber can also affect dietary fat and cholesterol absorption, improving blood pressure and lowering inflammation. Fiber-rich fillings are more filling and energy-rich; you may eat less overall.... Read More
Hydration and Health
Participants with sodium levels above 142 mEq/L had a slightly higher risk (up to 1.15-fold) of being biologically older than their chronological age compared with those in the 137 to 142 mEq/l range).... Read More
Depression and Handgrip
A new study of older adults from 24 countries provides evidence that a weak handgrip in older adults is associated with a higher risk for depression. In contrast, a stronger handgrip appears to have protective effects.... Read More