Sitting for prolonged periods has been called, “the new tobacco” risk factor, due to its devastating impact-increasing the risk of chronic disease and death. A new study suggests that the movements involved in fidgeting may counteract the adverse health impacts of sitting for long periods.
A study involving people with arthritis who practiced yoga experienced about a 20% improvement in physical health with similar improvements in pain, energy, mood and carrying out day-to-day activities and tasks.
A new study’s findings put to rest the common excuse for not getting in shape: there is not enough time.
Alzheimer’s disease currently affects 5.1 million Americans and is projected to increase to 13.8 million over the next 30 years. A new study shows the risk of developing this dreaded disease can be reduced by 50%!
A new study confirms that the risk of dying from heart disease can be decreased 50%.
The medicinal benefits of meditation and yoga are now firmly established in scientific literature. One of the latest studies to emerge on the matter comes from Harvard researchers working at Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH). They determined that meditation literally rebuilds the brain’s grey matter in just eight weeks. It’s the very first study to document that meditation produces changes over time in the brain’s grey matter.
Several studies have proven the damaging impact sedentary lifestyles have on our health, causing an increased risk of developing cancer, heart disease and diabetes. A new study found it also contributes to kidney disease.
The joy of running. That sense of well-being, freedom and extra energy that runners often experience is not just a matter of endorphins. A study at the University of Montreal Hospital Research Centre (CRCHUM) shows that the “runner’s high” phenomenon is also caused by an important neurotransmitter for motivation.