Fitness

You can actually sweat your way to a better memory

Washington D.C. [USA], Nov 23 (ANI): Turns out, working up a sweat isn't just good for making you happier and calmer; it's also the secret to a better memory.

2017-11-22T23:18:00.502117+00:00 IST

This brain training exercise cuts risk of dementia

Washington D.C. [USA], Nov 22 (ANI): A team of researchers has developed a specific form of a mental exercise that can reduce the chances of developing dementia later in life, says a study.

2017-11-22T07:55:13.606385+00:00 IST

Intake of vitamin D may cut risk of rheumatoid arthritis

Washington D.C. [USA], Nov 21 (ANI): Maintaining sufficient levels of vitamin D in body may help to prevent the onset of inflammatory diseases like rheumatoid arthritis, suggests a recent study.

2017-11-21T09:49:03.978652+00:00 IST

Weaker the heart, faster the decline in walking speed

Washington D.C. [USA], Nov 21 (ANI): A recent study has linked the risk for heart disease to the risk for problems walking in people younger than 78.

2017-11-21T00:49:39.761905+00:00 IST

Owning a dog may add years to your life

Washington D.C. [USA], Nov 18 (ANI): Dog owners have a lower risk of death from cardiovascular disease or other causes, according to a recent study.

2017-11-18T01:55:28.932395+00:00 IST

Short-term probiotics can help shed those extra kilos

Washington D.C. [USA], Nov 18 (ANI): Probiotics, which are becoming increasingly trendy, can actually help obese adults to beat the bulge, according to a recent study.

2017-11-17T19:39:33.492593+00:00 IST

Even simple chores can add years to older women's lives

Washington D.C. [USA], Nov 17 (ANI): Turns out, for older women, living a longer life is as easy as folding laundry or doing any other ordinary household chores.

2017-11-16T23:26:01.417272+00:00 IST

Energy drinks: Wings come at health cost

Washington D.C. [USA], Nov 16 (ANI): Apparently, regular energy drinks give you wings and serious health risks!

2017-11-16T01:18:33.113350+00:00 IST

Obesity association reacts against BMI measurement for health care treatment

London [UK], Nov 15 (ANI): A new criteria for rationing health care treatment proposes measurement of Body Mass Index (BMI) of an individual, and the Association for the Study of Obesity (ASO) is not happy with this step.

2017-11-15T11:24:18.076534+00:00 IST

Faced challenges to teach yoga officially in Saudi, says Yogacharinie Nouf Marwaai

Jeddah [Saudi Arabia], November 14 (ANI): In what is being termed as a landmark step, Saudi Arabia has approved teaching of Yoga in the country, claimed Nouf Marwaai, the Yogacharinie who dedicated herself to promote Yoga in the Gulf region.

2017-11-14T14:10:34.938278+00:00 IST

You can actually sweat your way to a bigger brain

Washington D.C. [USA], Nov 14 (ANI): Turns out, you don't have to turn to supplements to boost your brain power as according to a recent study, working up a sweat is enough.

2017-11-13T20:36:48.769304+00:00 IST

Former Miss Universe Jennifer Hawkins reveals one meal she cant live without

Melbourne [Australia], November 13 (ANI): It's been 13 years since Jennifer Hawkins walked with the Miss Universe crown and made everyone a big fan of hers.

2017-11-13T14:37:12.839542+00:00 IST

How poor sleep effects your brain

Washington D.C. [U.S.A.], November 13 (ANI): Though the benefits of a good night's sleep are well known, many of us still do not get a sufficient amount of sleep.

2017-11-13T06:25:28.104824+00:00 IST

Air pollution causes weak bones, fractures

Washington D.C. [USA], Nov 10 (ANI): If you are living in areas of high pollution, you are more likely to have bone fractures from osteoporosis, according to a study.

2017-11-10T03:51:00.451514+00:00 IST

Do you know Delhi smog can affect your skin too?

New Delhi [India], Nov.9 (ANI): Pollution has become buzzword in the region in Delhi /NCR and is affecting normal functioning of life due to toxic air and heavy blanket of smog leading to zero visibility throughout the day.

2017-11-09T10:57:41.864922+00:00 IST

Leg ulcers? Just sweat them out

Washington D.C. [USA], Nov 9 (ANI): Patients with leg ulcers, you may want to hit the gym as according to a recent study, exercise may help you heal faster.

2017-11-08T23:29:19.649614+00:00 IST

Endurance training can help your sore muscles

Washington D.C. [USA], Nov 9 (ANI): Endurance training can actually be helpful in dealing with muscle inflammation, according to a recent study.

2017-11-08T23:29:10.109100+00:00 IST

Brisk walking associated with 60-70% lower risk of death in women

Washington D.C. [USA], Nov 7 (ANI): A study states that more physical activity and higher intensities of exercise could decrease the risk of death in older women from any cause.

2017-11-07T05:10:13.388771+00:00 IST

How obesity is changing risk, severity, cost of knee dislocations

Washington D.C. [USA], Nov 4 (ANI): With rising rates of obesity in the United States (U.S.), a team of researchers has shed some light on the burden of knee dislocations in this population.

2017-11-04T00:57:21.972421+00:00 IST

How bad are trends in kids' fitness?

Washington D.C. [USA], Nov 1 (ANI): Turns out, the trends in children's fitness are not as bad as expected.

2017-10-31T22:08:09.597619+00:00 IST

Here's why you should stop flying solo at gym

Washington D.C. [USA], Oct 31 (ANI): You may want to start hitting the gym with friends as according to a recent study, group workouts make people feel physically and mentally better than working out alone.

2017-10-31T00:43:21.042791+00:00 IST