Short bursts of high intensity interval training have long been held as the best way to burn fat. But the research supporting these findings has been small and short-term. A new review pulls together as much data available from all the highest-quality studies looking at interval …
Past studies found that endurance athletes, like marathon runners, have scarring in their heart muscles as well as coronary plaques which can cause a heart attack. So is too much exercise bad for us?
But first, it’s important to note that most of …
Consumer genetic testing gives us all an opportunity to discover gene variants that influence our palate, behavior, and health inheritance. But a recent study has shown that our genetic makeup may not have as big an influence on our behavior as our mindset.
For starters, the science on gene variants …
We know that sitting is harmful to our health. It’s important to get up and move every 30 minutes if your job has you sitting for extended periods of time. Physical activity helps our metabolism and fends off elevated blood sugar levels, insulin resistance, and Type 2 diabetes. But …
Most of us are experiencing a heat wave this summer, it’s important to keep drinking water. Inadequate hydration can have a profound affect on our physical and mental condition, especially during the summer. And despite the proliferation of water bottles, canteens, Nalgenes, and hydration packs, many of us aren’t …
You are what you eat. And what you eat can have a significant impact on how you feel. Eating a donut may be enjoyable for a few brief moments, but it won’t make you feel as good as fresh fruit for breakfast. But you can’t just eat fresh fruit …
When we want to lose weight, conventional wisdom dictates that we exercise. However, a recent study with male mice may prove otherwise.
Researchers at Vanderbilt University conducted a study that monitored mouse behavior and their energy intake and expenditure. The study locked mice running wheels (no …
It’s no secret that exercise is good for us. Studies have shown that exercise can improve our memory by strengthening the connections between neurons, called synapses. But there’s been a recent study in Brigham Young University, that looks at the affects of exercise like never before.