According to the American College of Lifestyle Medicine: “A growing body of scientific evidence has demonstrated that lifestyle intervention is an essential component in the treatment of chronic disease that can be as effective as medication, but without the risks and unwanted side-effects.” Having been an advocate [...]
We have long-relied upon EWG’s Dirty Dozen and Clean Fifteen lists to help us make good choices when deciding what fresh produce to purchase organic. Now they have released this very important list of BPA in canned foods as well as the BPA-free brands. View the lists [...]
Riding a bicycle is not only a fun family activity, it’s also a great way for people of all ages to exercise. Some people even use their bicycle to commute to work, go to the grocery store, or visit friends and family. When you’re out and about [...]
Exercise has had a Goldilocks problem, with experts debating just how much exercise is too little, too much or just the right amount to improve health and longevity. Two new, impressively large-scale studies provide some clarity, suggesting that the ideal dose of exercise for a long life [...]
People with Type 2 diabetes could trim down and improve their metabolic health by replacing long periods of sitting with periodic standing, taking the stairs or even just changing the television station manually, a new study suggests. “It is important to stress that physical activity incorporates all [...]