Hispanics more heart-healthy than other americans: study
(HealthDay)—Hispanic Americans meet more heart-healthy goals than other racial and ethnic groups in the United States, according to a new study.
Cardiology
Nov 06, 2012 |
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Researchers quantify how many years of life are gained by being physically active
In a new study from Brigham and Women's Hospital, in collaboration with the National Cancer Institute, researchers have quantified how many years of life are gained by being physically active at different ...
Health
Nov 06, 2012 |
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Fewer than 25 percent of Americans walk for more than ten continuous minutes in a week, study finds
Many people in the U.S. do not walk, bike or engage in other forms of active transportation, missing an important opportunity to improve their cardiovascular health, concludes a new study in the American Jo ...
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Nov 06, 2012 |
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Older adults who are frail much more likely to be food insufficient, according to national study
A national study of older Americans shows those who have limited mobility and low physical activity – scientifically categorized as "frail" – are five times more likely to report that they often don't have enough to eat, ...
Health
Nov 05, 2012 |
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Sedentary behavior worsens decline in cerebral palsy
(HealthDay)—Adults with cerebral palsy may be able to reduce declines in muscle strength, improve function, and reduce cardiovascular and metabolic disease by avoiding sedentary behavior and engaging in ...
Overweight and Obesity
Nov 02, 2012 |
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Factors impacting benefit of exercise in knee OA identified
(HealthDay)—For patients with knee osteoarthritis, self-reported knee instability and fear of physical activity correlate with the likelihood of treatment response following a therapeutic exercise program, ...
Arthritis & Rheumatism
Nov 02, 2012 |
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Regular physical activity reduces risk of dementia in older people
Regular physical activity may help older people reduce their chances of getting dementia.
Alzheimer's disease & dementia
Nov 01, 2012 |
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Even physically active women sit too much
Women who exercise regularly spend as much time sitting as women who don't, according to a new Northwestern Medicine study.
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Oct 31, 2012 |
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Men who do exercise produce better quality semen
A new study conducted by researchers at the University of Cordoba links moderate physical activity in males with better hormone levels and sperm characteristics that favour reproduction compared to sedentary ...
Medical research
Oct 31, 2012 |
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Research team proves peer pressure can be used for good
Using peer mentors to enhance school-day physical activity in elementary aged students has been given an A+ from Nova Scotia researchers.
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Oct 29, 2012 |
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Sudden cardiac death in Ontario under age 40: is exercise dangerous?
It's a tragic news story that often makes headlines – a young, healthy, fit athlete suddenly collapses and dies of cardiac arrest while playing sports.
Cardiology
Oct 29, 2012 |
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Exercise boosts satisfaction with life, researchers find
Had a bad day? Extending your normal exercise routine by a few minutes may be the solution, according to Penn State researchers, who found that people's satisfaction with life was higher on days when they exercised more than ...
Psychology & Psychiatry
Oct 25, 2012 |
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The Biggest Loser a big turnoff
The Biggest Loser might be a TV ratings winner, but its extreme depiction of exercise is more likely to turn people off than get them off the couch, according to new research from the University of Alberta.
Overweight and Obesity
Oct 25, 2012 |
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Exercise cuts atrophy, white matter lesion load in elderly
(HealthDay)—In older adults, physical activity is associated with less brain atrophy and white matter lesion (WML) load, according to a study published in the Oct. 23 issue of Neurology.
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Oct 24, 2012 |
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Amish children are 2 times more physically active than non-Amish children
Old Order Amish children are much more physically active and three times less likely to be overweight than non-Amish children, which may provide them with some long-term protection against developing Type 2 diabetes, University ...
Diabetes
Oct 23, 2012 |
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