Obesity will worsen by 2030.
Obesity is most widespread in the United States and Britain among the world’s leading economies. By 2030, about half of both men and women in the U.S. will be obese if present trends continue, health experts warn.
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Watching 60 minutes of is like smoking two cigarettes.
After the age of 25, watching an hour of TV can shorten the viewer’s life by just under 22 minutes, according to researchers in Australia.
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Doctors have identified eight everyday activities, including drinking coffee, that often precede a stroke.
According to new research, everyday activities such as drinking coffee, energetic sex and even blowing one’s nose can burst blood vessels in the brain. Losing your temper and suffering a shock can also temporarily raise the risk of suffering a stroke among people who have aneurysms.
Children who watched a large amount of television were found to have narrowed arteries behind the eyes.
For children as young as six spending too much time watching TV or playing on computers increases risk of heart problems later life, scientists warn.
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Serious people live longer.
We’ve been told for years that stress can kill you. We’ve been told that happy people live longer and that hours in the gym will keep you healthy. Now an eight decade long study has turned this kind of long-cherished conventional wisdom on its head. Now it seems stress can be good for you and serious people may live longer than those with sunny dispositions. Exercise may not hold the key to longevity.
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Seniors who shop frequently live longer.
Retail therapy does more than soothe the soul — it could also be a sign of long life for elderly people, according to a new study.
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Brief bursts of exercise are better for the heart and circulation.
Scientists found that a number of brief bursts of exercise were better for your heart and circulation than the equivalent long distance training.
The top spot as the laziest state in the union is Tennessee
In the earliest days of the U.S., the frontier was a tough place to live. Surely more than one pioneer, upon reaching the rushing and roiling Mississippi River, turned to his wagon-mates and said, with a wave of his hand, “Yeah, this looks like a nice place to settle, let’s call it a day.”
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Under Armour
Heart rate and sports monitors appear just about everywhere–in standalone devices, in watches, in bras, in shoes, in GPS devices–so why not just build them right into shirts. Many heart rate monitors need to be strapped to the chest anyway, so a heart-rate shirt seems like a logical conclusion. (video)
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Here’s a little something for the people who list fitness goals as part of their New years resolution; a glance back at some antique fitness equipment.
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People who own and walk their dogs regularly are 34 per cent more likely to hit exercise targets.
Man’s best friend may be more than just a faithful companion. A new study has revealed dog owners are more likely to reach recommended fitness levels than people without a pet.
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While we’re always using our brains, we’re not necessarily doing much to keep them in good shape. Here are the top ten sites and tools to train your brain and exercise your mental muscles…
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By delving into the futuring techniques of Futurist Thomas Frey, you’ll embark on an enlightening journey.
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