Health and Wellness

Patients who want to have the best results after having joint replacement surgery should try to shed any excess pounds they carry. Although most patients who are overweight sincerely want to lose weight after joint replacement, research shows that an equal number of patients actually gain weight after hip or knee replacement. But those who were able to […]READ MORE

Lower risk of diabetes and heart disease. Lower body mass index. Smaller waist circumference. That’s what greater muscle strength can do for teenage boys and girls. Not only do stronger teens have a greater level of cardiorespiratory fitness, but they also have a lower percent of body fat, according to a new study published in […]READ MORE

For those who are trying to decrease the amount of sodium in their diet, try taking a class on how to use spices and herbs in your cooking. Many people are able to cut back on sodium on their own, but taking a class that focuses on reducing sodium in everyday meals may help you […]READ MORE

If you’re feeling a little lazy when to comes to eating healthy foods to help you lose weight, laziness may work in your favor. Researchers have figured out that people are more likely to snack on foods that are closest to them – whether they’re nutritious or not. They discovered this when they put apple […]READ MORE

When you’re trying to lose weight or maintain a healthy diet, it’s essential to track your calories. But how many of us keep count of how much protein we’re eating, and where that protein comes from? A new study that looks at animal protein and cancer may change the way many Americans order their burgers. […]READ MORE

The Mediterranean diet has long been recommended for lowering the risk of cardiovascular disease among older people. Now, researchers say it appears to help young, working adults, too. Researchers from Harvard School of Public Health found that the diet – which includes eating lots of fish, nuts, vegetables and fruits – helped a large group […]READ MORE

Visit any gym and you’re likely to hear about High Interval Intensity Training. It’s the latest trend in fitness, promising fast results for people on a mission to meet their weight loss goals. But before you jump into your first HIIT class, the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons is reminding people to approach this program […]READ MORE

It may not be just extra calories and a lack of physical activity that are affecting children’s waistlines. Parents may want to start watching how much salt their children consume in a day. Researchers say there’s a link between salt intake and childhood obesity, but more study is needed. New research shows that most adolescents […]READ MORE

Renowned for its ability to improve balance and decrease stress, yoga apparently benefits breast cancer survivors by reducing fatigue and inflammation, according to a new study. In fact, researchers found that the more the women practiced yoga regularly, the better their results, a news release from Ohio State University states. “This showed that modest yoga practice […]READ MORE

As residents in South Hampton Roads prepare to shovel out their walkways and driveways, it’s important to consider proper form to avoid any back and neck injuries. Shoveling snow sends many people searching for an ice pack. In 2012, more than 34,000 people nationwide wound up in their doctor’s office or a hospital emergency room […]READ MORE