Exercising everyday? Crushing your macros? Getting compliments on how “great” you look? You are the picture of health, and yet you haven’t had your period in nearly a year. How could this be? You’re doing everything right. You clearly are healthy. Or are you? Too Much of a Good Thing About 3 to 5 percent… Read More »
Excess accumulation of fat on the body to the extent of causing negative effects is known as obesity. A person is considered obese if his/her bodyweight is at least 20% higher than the ideal body weight. Moreover, the body mass index (BMI) should be above 30. Obesity is not only an epidemic; it is a… Read More »
by ulisse albiati Sleep disorders don’t just spring up without any reason. The most common causes for troubled sleep are different health conditions and medication side effects. The most common types of health problems that influence sleep issues are heart, neurological, mental, kidney, stomach and joint disorders. 1. Cardiovascular conditions A wide range of heart… Read More »
When it comes to getting sufficient rest in the night, you might be surprised to know that not every American does. For example, consider the following statistics released in 2012 based on surveys. The National Sleep Foundation, the National Department of Transportation and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention conducted these surveys. * 40… Read More »
When a dieter desperately wants to lose weight, sometimes healthy eating tips are thrown out the door in favor of the latest diet fad. For permanent weight loss, though, you’ll want to follow healthy eating tips and get your heart rate up with exercises that help you lose weight. A good pair of walking shoes… Read More »