Running as little as 30 to 60 minutes per week — or perhaps just 5 to 10 minutes per day — could greatly reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke, a new study suggests. And it’s not even important how fast you run, researchers reported Monday in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology. In fact, researchers found that compared to non-runners, runners of any kind had a 30 percent lower risk of death from all causes and a 45 percent lower risk of death from heart attack or stroke. “Our study showed that only fairly small doses of running were needed to produce these profound … [Read more...] about Run for Your Life: 5 Minutes a Day May Be All You Need

Does physical activity show signs of a tomato effect? You might rightly ask: “What’s a tomato effect?” The tomato effect is a term used to describe a phenomenon whereby highly efficacious therapies are either ignored or rejected. Generally, the reason for this is that the therapies don't seem to make sense in light of popular beliefs or common understandings. A tomato effect, however, can also occur if people simply ignore the evidence available. For example, the use of aspirin to reduce the pain, swelling, and stiffness of rheumatoid arthritis is characterized by a tomato effect. Why? At the … [Read more...] about Does Physical Activity Show Signs of a Tomato Effect?

It’s time for your kiddos to get back into the classroom and hit the books. As parents, you can help ensure a successful year by developing a regular schedule and teaching your kids healthy habits. But transitioning them from the laissez-faire attitude of summer to a disciplined routine isn’t always easy. Still, with just a little planning, you can implement these five healthy habits so your child can start the school year off on the right foot. 1. Develop a proper sleep schedule. Studies have found that when children don’t get enough sleep, it can affect their school performance. Research … [Read more...] about 5 Ways to Prepare for a Healthier Back-to-School