Fitness

Physical activity crucial as part of routine cancer care

Washington D.C. [USA], Oct 20 (ANI): According to a study, every cancer patient should keep regular exercise as part of their routine.

2018-10-20T07:25:55.930108+00:00 IST

Those commuting through natural environments report better mental health

Washington D.C. [USA], Oct 19 (ANI): Turns out, people who commute through natural environments report better mental health and this association is even stronger among active commuters.

2018-10-19T09:26:19.373706+00:00 IST

Autistic children more likely to become obese: Study

Washington D.C. [USA], Oct 18 (ANI): A recent study has found that children with autism and developmental delays are up to 50 percent more likely to be overweight or obese.

2018-10-18T06:07:21.431957+00:00 IST

This festive season, avoid overindulgence!

New Delhi [India], Oct 15 (ANI): Navratri marks the auspicious start of autumn-winter festive season which continues till the end of Diwali. Mouth-watering sweets and scrumptious festive treats become the norm in every household during the almost-month long celebrations.

2018-10-15T13:32:37.330643+00:00 IST

Link between diet and depression

Washington D.C. [USA] Oct 10 (ANI): Can a healthy diet combat mental illness?

2018-10-10T18:22:37.500843+00:00 IST

Finding link between weight loss, breast cancer in postmenopausal women

Washington D.C. [USA], Oct 8 (ANI): Weight loss is associated with lower breast cancer risk in postmenopausal women, suggests a study.

2018-10-08T05:55:54.402847+00:00 IST

'Taking Vitamin D supplements won't prevent fractures'

Washington D.C. [USA], Oct 5 (ANI): Contrary to popular belief, taking vitamin D supplements don't help bone health.

2018-10-05T12:13:25.232554+00:00 IST

Decoding health consequences of extreme dieting

Washington D.C. [USA], Oct 3 (ANI): Did you know! Crash dieting is giving you more belly fat and is even weakening your muscles.

2018-10-03T00:48:28.711784+00:00 IST

Adopt these tips for a healthy heart!

New Delhi [India], Oct 1 (ANI): Cardiovascular diseases are the most common cause of death in India. Diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, smoking and genetic factors increase the risk of heart diseases.

2018-10-01T01:16:18.531956+00:00 IST

Vitamin D supplements linked to weight loss in children

Washington D.C. [USA], Sep 28 (ANI): According to a study, Vitamin D supplements could promote weight loss in obese children.

2018-09-28T01:58:59.395187+00:00 IST

adidas India congratulates Hima Das

New Delhi [India], Sep 26 (ANI): Young athletic sensation Hima Das is in headlines yet again and this time for being awarded with the highest sports honour in the country, the Arjuna Award.

2018-09-26T12:19:21.424876+00:00 IST

How exercise could help people with rare Alzheimer's disease

Washington D.C. [USA], Sep 25 (ANI): Exercise may delay cognitive decline in people with rare Alzheimer's disease (AD), suggests a study.

2018-09-25T07:06:07.366385+00:00 IST

Lifestyle changes for a healthy heart

New Delhi [India], Sep 24 (ANI): Heart diseases have entwined our lives. Scientific research tells us that any mitigation of this problem would require corrective actions to be undertaken decades in advance.

2018-09-24T12:46:15.589775+00:00 IST

Nutritional counseling can help pregnant women control weight gain

Washington D.C. [USA], Sep 24 (ANI): According to a study, with proper nutrition guidance, obese and overweight pregnant women can safely restrict weight gain.

2018-09-24T07:30:27.442665+00:00 IST

High-intensity exercises have same benefits as longer workout sessions

Washington D.C. [USA] Sep 20 (ANI): Got no time for exercising? Well, a few minutes of high-intensity interval or sprinting exercise may be as effective as much longer workout sessions, as per a new study.

2018-09-20T07:15:18.843042+00:00 IST

Walk more to avoid severe strokes!

Washington D.C. [USA] Sep 20 (ANI): People who walk just 35 minutes a day or participate in light to moderate physical activity, such as swimming two to three hours a week, may have less severe strokes than people who are physically inactive.

2018-09-20T05:07:13.862902+00:00 IST

Strength-based exercises may help kids fight obesity

Washington D.C. [USA] Sep 19(ANI): Motivating children to do strength-based exercises like squats, pushups, and lunges could play a key role in tackling obesity.

2018-09-19T05:22:57.297433+00:00 IST

Can digital games help you exercise?

Washington D.C. [USA] Sep 19(ANI): Turns out, the use of digital games may improve exercise capacity and energy expenditure significantly.

2018-09-19T05:16:51.050469+00:00 IST

People with asthma at higher risk of obesity

Washington D.C. [USA], Sep 15 (ANI): While obesity is known to be a risk factor for developing asthma, according to a study, people with asthma are also likely to become obese.

2018-09-15T03:00:24.439264+00:00 IST

Here's why obesity puts you at risk of asthma

Washington D.C. [USA], Sep 13 (ANI): Did you know! Obesity can alter airway muscle function, thereby increasing your risk of developing asthma.

2018-09-13T07:38:40.310455+00:00 IST

Fitness, physical activity can lower risk of type 2 diabetes

Washington D.C. [USA] Sep 11 (ANI): Cardiorespiratory fitness (CRF), high-intensity physical activity (HPA) and low sedentary time (ST) are associated with a lower risk of type 2 diabetes, as per a new study.

2018-09-11T06:36:27.407361+00:00 IST