Most people know that regular exercise is good for your health. New research shows it may make you smarter, too. Neuroscientists at OHSU in Portland, Oregon, working with mice, have discovered that a short burst of exercise directly boosts the function of a gene that…
By Sophie York Williams Eight out of 10 marijuana users in states where cannabis is legal say they partake in the drug shortly before or after exercise, and most report that it motivates them to work out, helps them enjoy exercise more and improves their…
By Amanda Froelich Did you know? When you exercise, endorphins are released into your bloodstream. The “feel-good” hormones can elevate your mood, which is why many people regularly exercise. However, a new study found that exercising also produces another hormone, one that may improve memory…
By Arjun Walia In Brief The Facts: Dr. Jason Fung, among multiple other scientists, explains how fasting does not burn muscle. It’s one of several common myths surrounding the practice of fasting. Reflect On: Science and human evidence show how beneficial fasting can be for…
By James Walpole I decided a while back to make some form of daily exercise* a regular part of my life. The secret to consistency? I can literally roll out of bed and be in the gym. I’ve made a few fitness acquisitions over the years…
By Karen Foster Highly-cushioned running shoes are meant to protect against injuries, but they may actually do the opposite by changing the way we run, research suggests. Humans have been running for hundreds of thousands of years, and of course for most of that time…
Hot water treatment may help improve inflammation and blood sugar (glucose) levels in people who are unable to exercise, according to a new study. The findings are published ahead of print in the Journal of Applied Physiology. Physical stress such as exercise can cause the short-term elevation of…
Energy is an essential element of the body; it’s what makes us do all the activities of life. But with the busy schedules and the stress of life, sometimes one can feel tired and drained. Well, the following are some of the ways that you…
By Karen Foster It turns out that exercise can do more than slim down your waistline and boost heart health. It might also make what’s inside your gut healthier, according to a new study by San Francisco State University. In this first-of-its-kind study, just published…
By Mae Chan Speeding up your walking pace could extend your life, research led by the University of Sydney suggests. Regular physical activity has been shown to reduce the morbidity and mortality from many chronic diseases. Millions suffer from chronic illnesses that can be prevented…
By Joe Battaglia New research by the University at Buffalo Research Institute on Addictions has identified a key mechanism in how exercise can help impact the brain in ways that may support treatment — and even prevention strategies — for addiction. Scientists in Britain previously…
In the growing fitness industry, there’s also a growing underserved population that has been falling through the cracks – busy corporate travelers would like to hit the gym and work with a trainer but can’t get there, senior citizens, people with physical challenges, and many…
Working a desk job is not necessarily good for our health. Research has consistently shown that working long hours at a desk is likely to increase your risk of cardiovascular disease and other serious health conditions. Office workers often work through their lunch hour and…
David Prologo, Emory University Imagine that you are running a company, but you cannot get to your goal because all of your good workers keep quitting. For 30 years, your response to this problem has been to criticize the workers and say they are stupid…
By Jessica Bowser Nelson, Special guest to Natural Blaze So you decide to workout at home. You buy some equipment, find a workout video, and write your goals down. But after a week or two of your routing, you start losing steam. After all, there are…
By University of Michigan via Natural Blaze Physical activity has long been known to reduce depression and anxiety, and is commonly prescribed to prevent or cure negative mental health conditions. However, less is known about the impact of physical activity on positive mental health conditions,…
We normally assume that when people are a healthy weight and seem to live an active lifestyle, they are getting all of the health benefits that are promised from doing this. It is generally assumed that athletes feel full of energy all the time, and…
Feeling overwhelmed, daily distractions, the inability to focus, and a lack of organizational skills make life much more difficult for adults with ADHD. While the symptoms of the condition can be a lot to handle, there are ways to manage and cope with them. If…
By Natural Blaze A 10-minute, one-time burst of exercise can measurably boost your brain power, at least temporarily, researchers at Western University in London, Canada, have found. While other studies have showed brain-health benefits after 20-minutes of a single-bout of exercise, or following commitment to…
Baby It’s cold outside! Brrrrr…here in the UK we have to endure a chilly time from the end of October through to the welcome arrival of Spring. It’s fine if you’re sitting in your lounge, wrapped in a blanket and toasting marshmallows by your fire….
