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Approximately 800 million people around the globe have lower back pain, and lower back pain is a leading cause of disability and reduced quality of life. Recently a clinical trial conducted by Macquarie University’s Spinal Pain Research Group investigated whether walking could be an effective, cost-effective, and accessible intervention for lower back pain. Their findings …
Image: Microscopy image showing (green) telomeres, the protective caps at the ends of (blue) chromosomes, which play a crucial role in cellular aging. Credit: Salk Institute Scientists at the Salk Institute have debuted a new method for determining both the length and sequence of telomeres on individual chromosomes. Their breakthrough anti-aging and cancer telomere tech …
Mental health, an integral part of our overall well-being, affects how we think, feel, and act. Despite its importance, mental health remains shrouded in stigma and misconceptions, preventing many from seeking the help they need. This article aims to shed light on the reality of mental health, debunk myths, and explore ways to break the …
Are you suffering from chronic pain, muscle tension, or poor circulation? Cupping therapy might help you. It decreases your stress levels, which means it is also good for your mental health. Enhanced blood flow, reduced inflammation, and detoxifying the body – these are some of the advantages you can get from this therapy. We show …
A study recently published during Loneliness Awareness Week in the journal Health Psychology suggests that loneliness may be harmful to our daily health. For this study, researchers from Penn State College of Health and Human Development and the Center for Healthy Aging were centered on understanding the subtleties of loneliness and how variations in daily …
Have you ever wondered why some people are happier than others or why some people tend to handle stress better than others? According to a new study published in BMC Primary Care from the Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg (MLU) and the Federal Institute for Vocational Education and Training (BIBB), the secret ingredient is humor, and …
Rather than treating the symptoms of the disease, some doctors treat for health to target the root causes of the disease. When doctors treat for health rather than disease, it is sometimes called lifestyle medicine, and this is a specialty within the field of modern medicine. Lifestyle medicine uses therapeutic lifestyle interventions as a primary …
Incorporating yoga into your daily schedule is a great way to begin your fitness journey. You only need a yoga mat and a suitable place to do the yoga asanas, and you are good to go. Unlike the gym, you don’t need any equipment to do any postures. This hassle-free approach to yoga has made …
Earlier this month, the first class of pioneering soon-to-be weight management experts gathered for the inaugural Clinical Weight Management Certification Program in Scottsdale, Arizona. This immersive experience was filled with insightful lectures, thought-provoking discussions, and engaging collaborative learning opportunities that left participants empowered and equipped with the critical knowledge and skills needed to navigate the …
Are you looking to decompress your stress? You may want to try getting some fresh air. According to a random double opt-in survey conducted by Talker Research (formerly OnePoll U.S.) on behalf of TruGreen involving 2000 general population Americans with outdoor spaces at home, the best way to calm anxiety may be to simply walk …