I first heard about the Blue Zones (the five regions of the world where people consistently experience the greatest longevity: Okinawa, Japan; Sardinia, Italy; Nicoya, Costa Rica; Ikaria, Greece; and Loma Linda, California) from an episode of Down to Earth with Zac Efron where he visits Sardinia, Italy. I’ll admit, before learning about the Blue

According to a nutrition-themed study, every soft drink you consume shaves 12 minutes off your life, while each hot dog reduces your life expectancy by 36 minutes. Other processed foods that can cost you valuable time include pizza and mac and cheese, while the toll for a piece of bacon is six minutes. On the

Dr. Leo Odle Photo courtesy of Optum – Arizona By Dr. Leo Odle | Optum – Arizona A new year brings new resolutions that can lead to improvements in daily habits as well as health benefits for many older Americans. According to a 2020 study, older adults who engaged in healthy lifestyle choices such as

The campus organizations American College of Osteopathic Family Physicians (ACOFP) and the Sports Medicine Club collaborated to host a lifestyle medicine talk, to contribute to the continuous, supplemental education of future patient-centered, compassionate healthcare professionals. Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine (CCOM) alumnus Michael Ladewski, D.O., (CCOM ’05), visited his alma mater to provide insight into

The City of Edinburg is proud to partner with UTHealth Houston School of Public Health in Brownsville and the City of Brownsville to bring The Challenge-RGV 2025, a healthy weight-loss and lifestyle transformation initiative, to the Upper Valley. Image for illustration purposes Texas Border Business – Advertisement – EDINBURG, Texas – The City of Edinburg is

A coffee drinking habit has been linked with lower risks of heart disease, dementia, diabetes and overall better health. Image for illustration purposes Mega Doctor News – Advertisement – ByGeorge Washington University Newswise – WASHINGTON – A coffee drinking habit has been linked with lower risks of heart disease, dementia, diabetes and overall better health. Now,

You run regularly, eat a balanced diet, and stay on top of your hydration. You’re crushing this whole healthy lifestyle thing, right? Yes… but with an asterisk. See, those are commendable habits, but they make up just one piece of the wellness pie: your physical health. If you want to feel and age your absolute

Research links alcohol and red meat to higher colorectal cancer risk, while calcium-rich foods protect against it. A new study conducted by the University of Oxford and several international partners highlights the relationship between diet and the risk of colorectal cancer. The research, involving over half a million women in the UK, found that alcohol

Every woman is unique in her own way. Yet, women are judged for their body type, their appearance and what not. However, when it comes to unhealthy weight, its not about being judged but also about staying healthy and the need to reduce those extra pounds. A healthy weight is the natural body weight in

Dengue around the world Dengue is a common disease in many countries globally, including the Americas, Africa, the Middle East, Asia, and the Pacific Islands. Almost half of the world’s population, about 4 billion people, live in areas with a risk of dengue. Dengue is often a leading cause of febrile illness in areas with

DALLAS – Military diners can turn over a new leaf on healthy dining every Salad Wednesday at Army & Air Force Exchange Service restaurants. Authorized shoppers, including Department of Defense and Coast Guard civilians and retirees, can maintain a BE FIT 360 lifestyle every Wednesday at participating Exchange restaurants. Diners save $2 when purchasing

Diksha, a nutritionist by profession, went through a drastic physical transformation and lost 28 kilos. The nutritionist keeps sharing snippets of her weight loss journey on her Instagram page. From diet to weight loss tips, and the lifestyle changes that can boost faster weight loss, Diksha’s Instagram profile is replete with helpful tricks and hacks.

From VOA Learning English, this is the Health & Lifestyle Report. As the new year begins, some people see an opportunity for change and improvement. Experts say January can be a good time to think about self-improvement. Many people make resolutions. But these promises we make to ourselves require effort to become part of our

Vaping is often marketed as a healthier alternative to smoking or a tool to quit smoking. But it’s not a safe habit—the health effects of vaping can be irreversible and sometimes deadly. Image for illustration purposes Mega Doctor News – Advertisement – ByUniversity of Utah Health Vaping is often marketed as a healthier alternative to smoking

Alabama Health Officer Dr. Scott Harris (ADPH) As 2025 begins and many Alabamians resolve to lead a healthier life, a new “For Every Body” campaign of the Alabama Wellness Alliance is a resource which encourages healthy lifestyle behaviors and access to resources for all Alabamians, regardless of age, race, size, or ability level. Realizing that

NHS The diagnostic centre is located next to a large supermarket A new NHS diagnostic centre built next to a supermarket in Bristol is being hailed a success. NHS bosses said more than 28,000 patients have been seen since the centre opened last year. Darren Jones, the MP for Bristol North West, said the initiative

Credit: Arpit from Pixabay Low back pain is a leading cause of disability worldwide with many treatments, such as medication, often failing to provide lasting relief. Researchers from the University of Sydney’s Center for Rural Health have uncovered a possible solution. Their study, published in JAMA Network Open, found integrating lifestyle support into back pain

A guide to belly fat — and what to do about it. (Getty Images) (Emilija Manevska via Getty Images) With New Year’s resolutions in full swing, lots of Americans are committing to being more fit and losing weight. One stubborn area that many of us will be battling is that squishy part around our midsections,

When you think about luxury, what’s the first thing that comes to your mind? Designer bags and couture fashion? Five-star resorts and yachts? Maybe something a bit more abstract, like exclusive experiences? Whatever it is, if you really think about it, it doesn’t matter – not if you’re too fatigued, unwell, or stressed to enjoy