Fitness

Nature helps people cope with body image issues: Study

Washington [US], January 16 (ANI): Do you get negative thoughts and feelings about your body? Don't worry. All you have to do is to increase your exposure to nature. According to a new study, being in nature helps people deal with negative body image by removing some of the triggers of body image anxiety, such as the focus on social media, and strengthening coping mechanisms to keep negative feelings in perspective.

2022-01-16T16:33:48.468872+00:00 IST

Study finds self-perceptions of stress, ageing has significant influence on physical health

Oregon [US], January 14 (ANI): According to a recent study, dwelling on negative aspects of ageing can have a measurable negative impact on your physical health and ability to respond to stress.

2022-01-14T08:02:08.517131+00:00 IST

Fewer than 1 in 5 adults with Type 2 diabetes meet optimal health targets: Study

Washington [US], January 11 (ANI): A new study has found that fewer than one in five adults with Type 2 diabetes in the US are meeting health targets to reduce heart disease risk.

2022-01-11T15:07:12.707265+00:00 IST

Study finds new treatment leads to much less overeating

Washington [US], January 9 (ANI): A new study has found that currently, the advice given to obese patients is to eat less and nutritious food as well as exercise more. However, in a few severe cases, some opt for obesity surgery.

2022-01-09T12:47:52.267735+00:00 IST

Study finds indulging in sports is good for boys

Washington [US], January 9 (ANI): A new study has found that boys who participate in sports in early childhood are less likely to experience later depressive and anxiety symptoms -- known as emotional distress -- in middle childhood.

2022-01-09T10:54:53.003977+00:00 IST

New treatment leads to much less overeating: Study

Washington [US], January 3 (ANI): The current advice and treatment given to patients with obesity mostly involves eating less and healthier food and exercising more. In some of the most severe cases, patients undergo obesity surgery.

2022-01-03T18:17:46.316242+00:00 IST

Half of drunk drivers exceed legal driving limit by underestimating how drunk they are: Study

Cambridge [UK], December 31 (ANI): A recent study has found that half of the drunk drivers underestimate how drunk they are, judging themselves still safe to drive despite having exceeded the legal driving limit.

2021-12-31T09:56:03.547544+00:00 IST

Study examines why the head outsmarts the body in basketball

Washington [US], December 31 (ANI): A new study by the University of South Australia examined why coaches believe that 'game intelligence', work ethic and competitiveness are far more significant for success in basketball.

2021-12-31T08:55:09.615160+00:00 IST

Study examines physical activity, sleep among arthritis patients

Washington [US], December 29 (ANI): A new research has examined patterns of 24-hour physical activity and sleep among patients with rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, and knee osteoarthritis.

2021-12-29T10:07:42.272688+00:00 IST

Study suggests childhood obesity linked to mother's unhealthy diet before pregnancy

London [UK], December 26 (ANI): Supporting women to eat a healthy diet pre-pregnancy could reduce the risk of obesity for their children, suggests the findings of new research led by the University of Southampton.

2021-12-26T17:27:31.178027+00:00 IST

Moving around associated with long-term weight loss in older adults: Study

Washington [US], December 26 (ANI): According to a study, focusing less on structured exercise and more on frequent periods of moving around the day leads to long-term weight loss in older adults.

2021-12-26T07:04:55.796637+00:00 IST

Study finds 10 minutes run can boost brain processing

Washington [US], December 25 (ANI): A team of researchers from the University of Tsukuba have found that only ten minutes of moderate-intensity running can help the part of the brain that plays an important role in controlling mood and executive functions.

2021-12-25T10:17:43.917837+00:00 IST

Study finds speed under 20mph encourages cycling to work

Washington [US], December 23 (ANI): A study found that nearly 35,000 routes to work showed that people were most likely to cycle when traffic speeds along their route were less than 20mph.

2021-12-23T12:21:11.506291+00:00 IST

Early exercise benefits women after breast augmentation: Study

Philadelphia [US], December 23 (ANI): A new study has found that women who undergo breast augmentation can return to exercise in a week and there will be no risks or complications.

2021-12-23T08:14:37.469255+00:00 IST

Moving more often linked to long-term weight loss in older adults: Study

Washington [US], December 21 (ANI): A study has found that focusing less on structured exercise, and more on building frequent periods of enjoyable movements into the day, will more likely contribute to long-term weight loss.

2021-12-21T15:06:04.512027+00:00 IST

Family dynamics might motivate, prevent talking about health

Iowa [US], December 12, (ANI): A new study has explored how family dynamics affect 18 to 25-year-olds and whether they share their private health information and involve their parents when making medical decisions.

2021-12-12T07:40:59.209446+00:00 IST

Sense of 'future guilt' helps athletes to fight against doping: Study

Birmingham [UK], December 11 (ANI): According to a new study, imagining 'future guilt' through psychological intervention could prove a powerful weapon for athletes in the fight against doping.

2021-12-11T09:21:53.175080+00:00 IST

Well-timed meals decrease risk of glucose intolerance despite improper sleep: Study

Boston [US], December 6 (ANI): According to a study by Brigham and Women's Hospital, night-time eating can lead to glucose intolerance, while daytime meals can help regulate bloodstream glucose levels.

2021-12-06T07:57:36.527418+00:00 IST

Researchers say whole fat milk is as good as low fat for kids

Joondalup [Australia], December 4 (ANI): A recent study by a team of researchers from the Edith Cowan University asserted that whole fat milk is as good as low-fat milk for kids.

2021-12-04T08:34:41.359197+00:00 IST

Study suggests more physical activity will be better for cardiovascular disease patients

Washington [US], December 3 (ANI): Moderate to vigorous physical activity is associated with risk reductions of non-communicable diseases and mortality, according to a recent study.

2021-12-03T03:11:25.323107+00:00 IST

Research finds prunes may be able to control holiday cravings

Sacramento [US], December 1 (ANI): With the holiday season in its full swing, new research by the University of Liverpool has found that the intake of prunes can help control appetite and reduce overall caloric consumption.

2021-12-01T10:56:30.666002+00:00 IST