The Medical Research Council in Britain has recently released some surprising results on studies linking heart disease to watching television. Of course, no-one is surprised to learn that the lack of activity caused by watching television is detrimental to your health, but there was a proven link even when obesity, diet, smoking and lack of exercise were taken into account. The timing of the release of this report is particularly ill-timed as football-mad Brits are watching more TV than ever during the four weeks of the World Cup football matches! The research studied more than 13,000 healthy middle-aged men and
August 2010
Heart Disease- Watching TV Increases Risk
by Holly Anderson on August 23rd, 2010Counter Depression With a Simple Natural Compound
by Holly Anderson on August 20th, 2010Realistic worries over redundancy or financial security in this economic downturn are causing even the most laid-back people to fret a little about the future. Those with a disposition towards depression may be finding life particularly tough to cope with, losing sleep and feeling increasingly stressed. Statistics show that around 10% of Americans are currently suffering from depression. So what are the options available for help? Billions of dollars are spent each year in the U.S. on anti-depressants and mood regulating drugs which are only available by prescription. However most people are reluctant to begin such a regime knowing that
Health Supplements and Alternative Medicine Sales Booming in the Recession
by Allyson Dekker on August 16th, 2010Although most retailers are noticing a downturn in sales over recent months, studies report that alternative medicine sales are on the increase despite these tough economic times. In the UK the market has grown 18 per cent in the last two years, in spite of, or perhaps because of, tightening budgets. In the USA sales of vitamins and supplements saw a 10% increase between October and December 2009 over the same period in 2007. A staggering $639 million was spent in 2009 in specialized health stores and on the internet during that period alone. In addition, health supplements bought in
EA Sports Approved in Scientific Studies
by Scott Campbell on August 13th, 2010EA Sports is actually a brand name used by Electronic Arts to distribute sports games which mimic real-life sports. The term has come to have a wider use as the appeal of electronic games for keeping fit has grown in popularity and appeal. With the advent of the Wii, keeping fit has never been easier in the home. Electronic games can be bought and played on the home TV or computer to simulate everything from golf and ten-pin bowling to tennis, boxing, football, soccer and even basketball. Suitable for all ages, and with a definite appeal to the younger generation
The Secret of Living to be 100
by Holly Anderson on August 11th, 2010Many people pass the time musing over what they would do if they won the lottery, or how long they hope to live. With regard to aging, most people want to live to be a ripe old age, providing their health and quality of life remains good. One of the problems first-world countries are facing is the fact that people are living much longer and the state can no longer support an aging population who expect to draw a generous pension. A recent genetic test is said to have uncovered the secrets of whether a person is likely to celebrate
Healthy Grilling Tips
by Scott Campbell on August 9th, 2010Even in cooler states, grills are being uncovered and dusted off for their center stage part in summer socializing, lazy weekends in the backyard and eating outdoors whilst enjoying the long summer evenings. Grilling has been labeled a healthier way to cook food, reducing fat compared to frying and roasting. After all, George Foreman made his second fortune promoting his indoor grills! However, outdoor grilling on barbecues has a hidden negative health aspect. It has been found that grilling meat at high temperatures can create chemical compounds in the meat which may increase the risk of cancer. The main cancer-causing
Vitamin K2 Supplements – Why Men Should Take Them
by Holly Anderson on August 6th, 2010Vitamins seem to come in a range of easy-to-remember letters of the alphabet, but the K vitamins have remained relatively unknown until recently. The precise function of vitamin K was actually only discovered in 1974. It is necessary for blood coagulation and is essential for modifying certain other proteins which are involved in bone and other tissue metabolisms. A number of recent reports have shown that those with a high intake of vitamin K2 saw a reduction in cancer incidence, particularly non-Hodgkins lymphoma, compared to those who had a lower intake. Further studies showed that the reduction in cancer incidence
The Pros and Cons of Taking Splenda
by Scott Campbell on August 2nd, 2010The ubiquitous little yellow packets of Splenda have long been heralded the dieter’s best friend. When the warnings went out concerning the possible links between traditional aspartame-based sweeteners and cancer, Splenda was recommended as being “made from real sugar” and sales have since boomed worldwide. Splenda includes sucralose which works as a sweetener with almost zero calories. This is because the human body cannot break it down and use it. It has become a popular ingredient in all types of diet aids, low calorie foods and diet sodas. However, far from being a “natural product” it is actually a chemically
Walk Your Way to Better Health
by Scott Campbell on August 1st, 2010It’s hard to believe that something as simple as walking can help you slow down the aging process, lose weight, boost your cardiovascular and skeletal health and improve your mood. But it can. A simple 30-minute walk every day will produce measurable benefits. Whether you walk through a mall, hike through the woods or stroll through your neighborhood you will improve your physical and mental health. In today’s society, we simply don’t walk enough. Studies show that 40 percent of American adults spend most of their day sitting. In the long term, an inactive lifestyle can lead to obesity and