Your pulse may tell you how long you’ll live. A new study from Denmark suggests that people with faster heart rates have higher risks of early death, regardless of their fitness level. The finding provides more evidence of the dangers of having faster resting heart rates among men and women. What’s the problem with having […]

According to a recent survey conducted for the International Food Information Council Foundation, more than half of Americans say that they want to lose weight. The survey showed that, almost all say that they are trying to improve at least one aspect of their eating habits and exercise routine. But many of these kinds of […]

We always read about new ways to help us lose weight. Trying out new stuff is okay. However, we shouldn’t forget the basics like eating at the right time, essentially in order to succeed, you need to time your meals to lose weight. It is an important aspect of losing weight that shouldn’t be neglected. […]

Running outdoors is a great form of exercise. However, when it comes to burning fat,  the benefits of using treadmills are hard to beat. Treadmills allow you to run under controlled conditions, so you don’t have to worry about anything else. Here are five reasons why you should consider treadmill if you want to burn […]

You’re sitting on the couch in the evening. You’ve eaten a good dinner and yet, despite being full, you start feeling like wanting something sweet. The balance of food you eat during the day can affect evening sweet cravings. However, cravings may be based on habits and association. If you’ve always had sweets after a […]

Chances are, you have encountered trans fat without even knowing it. Before 2006, trans fat was labeled as partially hydrogenated oil. The ingredient became popular with consumers and food manufacturers because it acted as a preservative, giving foods a longer shelf life. It also gave foods a more tempting taste and texture. Most of the […]

The number of Americans with Type 2 diabetes continues to rise every year. As we grow old, our risk for the disease will increase unless we do something about it. The American Diabetes Association emphasizes healthy diet and regular exercise to help reduce our risk for diabetes. However, can exercise help prevent diabetes. well,  the […]

Vaccines have prevented millions of deaths around the world. The development of the vaccine kicked off an era of illness prevention unlike anything the world has ever seen. Once your immune system is trained to resist a disease, you are said to be immune to it. The beauty of vaccines is that they help the […]

Healthy diet and exercise are the cornerstones of weight loss and maintenance. While it may be easy to track your diet since you can see what you eat, tracking your daily activities is another thing. This problem has led to the development of fitness trackers like Fitbit, Nike Fuel Band, and Jawbone Up. These gadgets […]

You need enough energy to perform your everyday tasks efficiently and effectively. There are several ways to increase your energy level, but doing it the natural way is still the best. Improve your overall health by implementing these natural remedies into your healthy lifestyle. Get enough sleep Good sleep has countless health benefits and is […]