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UrduThe American Cancer Society recently updated its nutrition and physical activity guidelines for cancer prevention. These updates focus on increasing physical activity and developing healthy eating patterns at every age, with an emphasis on maintaining a healthy body weight through all stages of life.
Tag: Exercise
Strenuous daily exercise may shorten, not prolong, longevity
By analyzing longevity data for professional Japanese traditional artists, researchers at Tokyo Institute of Technology (Tokyo Tech) have found that Kabuki actors, known for their vigorous movements, surprisingly had shorter lifespans compared with other traditional arts performers who lead mostly…
Combination of healthy lifestyle traits may substantially reduce Alzheimer’s disease risk
Data from two NIH studies show 60% lower risk among those with highest number of healthy behaviors
Combination of healthy lifestyle traits may substantially reduce Alzheimer’s disease risk
Data from two NIH studies show 60% lower risk among those with highest number of healthy behaviors
Exercise offers ‘profound’ benefits for Friedreich’s ataxia, research suggests
A top exercise researcher is urging clinical trials of exercise in patients with Friedreich’s ataxia after finding that physical activity has a “profound” protective effect in mouse models of the debilitating genetic disease.
60 minutes of endurance training is enough to shift body clock in mice
New research published today in the Journal of Physiology shows that just one 60 minutes bout of exercise shifted the muscle clocks of mice by around an hour in either direction. If this research is replicated in humans, it makes…
Elite gamers share mental toughness with top athletes, study finds
The influence of metnal toughness in elite esports
Keep moving to prevent major mobility disability
Journal of the American Geriatrics Society research summary
Regular physical activity can maintain or improve frailty
Journal of the American Geriatrics Society research summary
Elite gamers share mental toughness with top athletes, study finds
The influence of metnal toughness in elite esports
Keep moving to prevent major mobility disability
Journal of the American Geriatrics Society research summary
Regular physical activity can maintain or improve frailty
Journal of the American Geriatrics Society research summary
Shining a light on how exercise reduces cataract risk
Chinese and Australian researchers have combined studies of more than 170,000 people and found conclusive evidence that regular physical exercise reduces the risk of age-related cataracts, the cause of blindness in an estimated 13 million people worldwide.
Atherosclerosis screening plus physical activity assessment give doctors a more accurate picture of mortality risk
Adding a single question about physical activity when performing coronary artery calcium scanning showed that elderly patients who report higher levels of physical activity have a lower risk of death than less active patients
COVID-19 spurs increase in self-care, new survey shows
National poll finds 80% will be more mindful of practicing self-care post-pandemic
COVID-19 spurs increase in self-care, new survey shows
National poll finds 80% will be more mindful of practicing self-care post-pandemic
Low-intensity Exercise with Blood Flow Restriction May Improve Muscle Health
Article title: Blood flow restriction exercise stimulates mobilization of hematopoietic stem/progenitor cells and increases the circulating ACE2 levels in healthy adults Authors: Shrinidh Joshi, Sean Mahoney, Jesmin Jahan, Logan Pitts, Kyle J. Hackney, Yagna P.R. Jarajapu From the authors: “This study…
Exercise Maintains Blood Vessel Health in Men after Sugary Beverage Consumption
A new study finds that regular exercise can offset the blood vessel impairment that occurs after drinking sugary soft drinks. The study is published ahead of print in the American Journal of Physiology-Regulatory, Integrative and Comparative Physiology.
Understanding the role of cardiorespiratory fitness and body composition in brain health
A new study led by researchers at the Beckman Institute for Advanced Science and Technology examined how cardiorespiratory fitness and body composition relate to neuronal health in 290 healthy young adults. The study “Body mass and cardiorespiratory fitness are associated…
Playing Video Games Linked with Unhealthy Behaviors for College Men
Results from a new study suggest that college men who play video games tend to exercise less and have poorer eating habits compared to non-gamers.
Exercise Levels Can Help Doctors Predict Risk of Heart Disease and Death Among Older Adults
Asking elderly patients how much they exercise can help predict their risk of heart disease and death, Mount Sinai and collaborative researchers say.
Playing video games linked with unhealthy behaviors for college men
Findings point to importance of educating gamers about healthy eating and exercise
Playing video games linked with unhealthy behaviors for college men
Findings point to importance of educating gamers about healthy eating and exercise
Featured research from NUTRITION 2020 LIVE ONLINE
Press materials are now available for NUTRITION 2020 LIVE ONLINE, a dynamic virtual event showcasing new research findings and timely discussions on food and nutrition. The online meeting will be held June 1–4, 2020.
Featured research from NUTRITION 2020 LIVE ONLINE
Press materials for virtual event now available
Stanford Medicine study details molecular effects of exercise
A simple blood test may be able to determine how physically fit you are, according to a new study conducted by scientists at the Stanford University School of Medicine. The test could complement treadmill tests, a more traditional clinical evaluation…
Featured research from NUTRITION 2020 LIVE ONLINE
Press materials for virtual event now available
Stanford Medicine study details molecular effects of exercise
A simple blood test may be able to determine how physically fit you are, according to a new study conducted by scientists at the Stanford University School of Medicine. The test could complement treadmill tests, a more traditional clinical evaluation…
Children’s temperament traits affect their motor skills
Also age and participation in organised sports are associated with motor skills
Children’s temperament traits affect their motor skills
Also age and participation in organised sports are associated with motor skills
Lack of physical activity during COVID-19 may fuel childhood obesity, new study finds
The childhood obesity rate in the United States may increase by 2.4% if school closures continue into December, finds a new study from the Brown School at Washington University in St. Louis. Having schools closed nationwide, children in the U.S. have missed their opportunity to participate in physical education classes and other school-based physical activities, such as recess and after-school sports programs.
Can copying your friends help you achieve your goals?
Consumers often struggle to achieve self-set life improvement goals, but what if deliberately emulating the successful strategies used by their friends could help them? A new paper published in the Journal of the Association for Consumer Research shows that encouraging…
Can copying your friends help you achieve your goals?
Consumers often struggle to achieve self-set life improvement goals, but what if deliberately emulating the successful strategies used by their friends could help them? A new paper published in the Journal of the Association for Consumer Research shows that encouraging…
Designing technologies that interpret your mood from your skin
Smart devices that measure electrical signals from your skin have the potential to tell you about your stress levels, help your sports performances and allow you to track your emotions
Designing technologies that interpret your mood from your skin
Smart devices that measure electrical signals from your skin have the potential to tell you about your stress levels, help your sports performances and allow you to track your emotions
Bicycling trends show more riders on trails and roadways during COVID-19
In recent weeks, many trails and roadways – both in the U.S. and abroad – have seen high numbers of bicyclists and pedestrians; and bicycle stores have seen skyrocketing sales. “After weeks of staying at home and practicing social distancing…
Supportive care to relieve cancer-related fatigue underutilised by breast cancer survivors
ESMO Breast Cancer Virtual Meeting, 23-24 May 2020
Surviving the coronavirus while black: Pandemic’s heavy toll on African American mental health
ANN ARBOR—Black communities in the United States have been disproportionately affected by the number of coronavirus cases and deaths. At the same time, white nationalist activities have increased in the last months.Riana Elyse AndersonRiana Anderson, assistant professor at the University of Michigan’s School of Public Health, discusses how these trends are affecting the mental health of African Americans.
Exercise improves memory, boosts blood flow to brain
Scientists have collected plenty of evidence linking exercise to brain health, with some research suggesting fitness may even improve memory. But what happens during exercise to trigger these benefits?
Covid-19: Managing mental health with yoga
The ancient practice of yoga could provide a sustainable exercise alternative for thousands of people isolating at home, as new research from the University of South Australia, shows that movement-based yoga can significantly improve mental health.
COVID-19: Managing mental health with yoga
The ancient practice of yoga could provide a sustainable exercise alternative for thousands of people isolating at home, as new research from the University of South Australia, shows that movement-based yoga can significantly improve mental health. The world first study…
COVID-19: Managing mental health with yoga
The ancient practice of yoga could provide a sustainable exercise alternative for thousands of people isolating at home, as new research from the University of South Australia, shows that movement-based yoga can significantly improve mental health. The world first study…
Parents that know a child’s preferences can assertively guide exercise
Children perceive coercion as reducing their motivation for physical activity
Online exercise advice rarely aligns with national physical activity guidelines
CORVALLIS, Ore. — Whether for convenience, cost or comfort, many people look to online resources for fitness and exercise information — especially when faced with fitness center and gym closures during the COVID-19 pandemic. Unfortunately, most internet-based recommendations for physical…
Online exercise advice rarely aligns with national physical activity guidelines
CORVALLIS, Ore. — Whether for convenience, cost or comfort, many people look to online resources for fitness and exercise information — especially when faced with fitness center and gym closures during the COVID-19 pandemic. Unfortunately, most internet-based recommendations for physical…
Strong relationships promote physical activity in older adults
Relationships are key to influencing positive health behaviors and should not be forgotten during social distancing due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Strong relationships can help adults stay active in older age, according to a new study from public health researchers…
Game plan for resumption of sport, exercise after COVID-19 infection
What The Viewpoint Says: Recommendations for resuming intense exercise training for athletes and highly active people with COVID-19 are discussed. Authors: Eugene H. Chung, M.D., M.Sc., of the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, is the corresponding author. To access the…
Strong relationships promote physical activity in older adults
Relationships are key to influencing positive health behaviors and should not be forgotten during social distancing due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Strong relationships can help adults stay active in older age, according to a new study from public health researchers…
Game plan for resumption of sport, exercise after COVID-19 infection
What The Viewpoint Says: Recommendations for resuming intense exercise training for athletes and highly active people with COVID-19 are discussed. Authors: Eugene H. Chung, M.D., M.Sc., of the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, is the corresponding author. To access the…
Is pulmonary rehab after hospitalization for COPD associated with better survival?
What The Study Did: Claims data for nearly 200,000 Medicare patients were used to examine the association between starting pulmonary rehabilitation within 90 days of being hospitalized for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and survival after one year. Pulmonary rehabilitation…