Search Result For: moderate exercise

Date: 2024/12/05 - 05:00

Eating Dark Chocolate May Help Lower Your Risk of Type 2 Diabetes

A new observational study concludes that dark chocolate, compared to milk chocolate, could help lower type 2 diabetes risk by 21%. Dark chocolate should be consumed in moderation alongside a healthy, balanced diet low in carbohydrates and sugar and rich in antioxidants.

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Date: 2024/12/04 - 16:31

Losing muscle may increase risk of developing dementia

Sarcopenia is linked to an increased risk of dementia, a new study finds, but suggests that older adults may reduce this risk by exercising and consuming adequate protein.

Date: 2024/12/04 - 02:32

How a Surprising Diagnosis from My Cardiologist Led to Open-Heart Surgery

Healthline contributor and former editor David Mills shares how an annual checkup with his cardiologist resulted in a surprising diagnosis that required open-heart surgery.

Date: 2024/12/01 - 11:31

How might drinking coffee alter your gut microbiome?

Drinking coffee may significantly increase the levels of a type of 'good' bacteria called Lawsonibacter asaccharolyticus in the gut, a recent study shows.

Date: 2024/11/28 - 02:00

Lizzo Says These 3 Healthy Habits Helped Her Lose 60 Pounds

Music star Lizzo credits three healthy habits with helping her lose over 60 pounds without taking a GLP-1 drug like Ozempic.

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Date: 2024/11/27 - 15:00

Staying fit may lower dementia risk even in those genetically predisposed

High cardiorespiratory fitness could help lower a person's risk of dementia even if they are genetically predisposed to it, a recent study has found.

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Date: 2024/11/27 - 15:00

How to preserve muscle mass on weight-loss drugs like Wegovy

There is some debate as to whether GLP-1 agonist drugs like Wegovy can lead to unhealthy muscle mass loss in addition to general weight loss. Is this a real concern, and if so, how can a person maintain their muscle mass on GLP-1 drugs?

Date: 2024/11/27 - 02:32

Irregular Sleep-Wake Cycles May Raise Heart Attack, Stroke Risk by up to 26%

A new study found an increased risk of cardiovascular events in people with irregular sleep patterns, even when they got the recommended amount of sleep. Conversely, more sleep regularity was protective against heart attack and stroke.

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Date: 2024/11/23 - 11:31

Daily walk may prolong lifespan

Every additional hour of walking per day could add up to 6 hours to a person's life, a recent study suggests, emphasizing the importance of staying active.

Date: 2024/11/23 - 00:00

6 Natural Ozempic Alternatives That Can Help Quiet ‘Food Noise’

Health experts say these six simple tips can help you naturally manage hunger and quiet "food noise" without medication.