A recent study explores how the shift from education to employment affects physical activity, sleep, and diet, emphasizing the need for workplace health initiatives. Study: New job, new habits? A multilevel interrupted time series analysis of changes in diet, physical activity and sleep among young adults starting work for the first time. Image Credit: Drazen Zigic…
Bollywood superstar Akshay Kumar recently shared an old video of Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his X account. In the video the PM can be seen promoting health measures to prevent obesity. The actor, known for his commitment to fitness and wellness, fully supported the Prime Minister’s message and encouraged his fans to adopt a…
Akshay Kumar is not just known for his action-packed roles and sharp comic timing but also as a true fitness icon. His unwavering dedication to health, disciplined lifestyle, and commitment to overall well-being have long been a source of inspiration for many. Akshay Kumar’s guide to tackling obesity: Sleep, exercise, and healthy eating. (PTI) In…
Could an online program help protect your brain? New research shows that a personalized digital intervention targeting diet, exercise, and mental well-being can slow cognitive decline and reduce dementia risk in at-risk older adults. Study: An online multidomain lifestyle intervention to prevent cognitive decline in at-risk older adults: a randomized controlled trial. Image Credit: pathdoc / Shutterstock…
Despite medical advances, America’s heart disease crisis worsens—alarming new data reveals how lifestyle choices, racial disparities, and rising obesity rates are driving an unprecedented public health challenge. Study: 2025 Heart Disease and Stroke Statistics: A Report of US and Global Data From the American Heart Association. Image Credit: Mr Dasenna / Shutterstock In a recent report published…
Utah is the U.S. state with the healthiest diet, according to a recent report—closely followed by Colorado, Washington, Minnesota and Vermont. A report by product life cycle management company Trace One gave each state a “Healthy Diet Index” based on nine factors. These included how many of the state’s adults ate fruit on a daily…
A heart-healthy lifestyle might be the key to stronger bones—new research uncovers how cardiovascular health impacts bone mineral density across different age and health groups. Study: Association between life’s essential 8 and bone mineral density among adults aged 20–59 years. Image Credit: April stock / Shutterstock In a recent study published in the journal Scientific Reports, researchers examined…
The health benefits of regular exercise for children are manifold. Young people taking part in athletic activity see improved memory, less depression, build stronger muscles and bones, and have improved blood pressure and avoid spikes in blood sugar. Exercise also helps to keep body weight in check, reduce fat and limit the longer-term risks of…
Obesity is a medical condition marked by an excessive accumulation of body fat that negatively impacts overall health. For decades, the Body Mass Index (BMI) has been the primary tool for diagnosing obesity, and a BMI of 30 or higher is generally considered indicative of obesity. However, experts are now advocating for a major rethink…
Pinhas-Hamiel O, Hamiel U, Bendor CD, Bardugo A, Twig G, Cukierman-Yaffe T. The global spread of severe obesity in toddlers, children, and adolescents: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Obes Facts. 2022;15(2):118–34. Article PubMed PubMed Central Google Scholar Spinelli A, Buoncristiano M, Kovacs VA, Yngve A, Spiroski I, Obreja G, et al. Prevalence of severe obesity…