Targeted exercises and stretches can alleviate tight hips, a problem that occurs when tension builds up in the hip flexors and other muscles around the hips. Tight hips can arise from inactivity and prolonged periods of sitting. The Arthritis Foundation advise that exercise is one of the best things that a person can do to […]
Upper back pain and tension are common complaints, particularly when people feel stressed or spend a lot of time hunched over desks or computers. Exercises that stretch the neck, shoulders, and upper back can help relieve pain and loosen tight muscles. Muscles tension in the shoulders can also lead to neck stiffness and headaches, so […]
Getting enough good-quality sleep is essential for a person’s physical and mental health. Some simple sleep hygiene practices and home remedies can help people sleep better. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommend that people aged 18–60 years get 7 or more hours of sleep each night. However, 7–19% of adults in the […]
New research tests a novel strategy for preventing holiday weight gain and proposes a psychological mechanism that explains why the strategy may work. Researchers may have identified a new way to prevent weight gain over the holiday season. More than 37% of adults in the United States are living with obesity, estimates show, and experts […]
Probiotics are live organisms that occur naturally in the gut. Many supplements and fermented foods also contain probiotics. Some people wonder if probiotics can help them lose weight. Taking a probiotic supplement may help keep the intestinal flora balanced and promote a healthy body by boosting the digestive and immune systems. While the research is […]
Many people squat regularly as part of their workout routine or during everyday tasks. Squatting correctly should not cause knee pain. However, people who squat incorrectly and those with a knee injury or existing knee condition may experience knee pain. In this article, learn about the causes of knee pain from squatting, how to treat […]
Scientists conducted a small study of the 30-day fasting practice of Ramadan and found evidence of significant metabolic benefits.
Can replacing carbohydrate with avocado keep us fuller for longer? A new study suggests so, but industry funded the research. Can avocados curb hunger? The avocado is widely hailed as a superfood. With its creamy green flesh, it adorns dishes of all varieties and features in breakfasts, lunches, and dinners. The fruit contains a rare […]
A person will burn fat when their body uses more energy than it takes in from the diet, resulting in a calorie deficit. Maintaining a calorie deficit can be time-consuming, and many people find it challenging to fit regular exercise and healthful meal preparation into a busy schedule. However, other simple methods of burning fat […]
People with obesity are often likely to develop depression as well, but the mechanisms at play are still unclear. New research in mice may now explain what happens in the brains of individuals who have a high-fat diet. How might a high-fat diet impact mental health? Many studies — including one that Medical News Today […]