Wellness - Page 57

Heart disease deaths linked to obesity have tripled in 20 years, study found: ‘Increasing burden’

September 8, 2023

Heart disease deaths linked to obesity have tripled in 20 years, study found: ‘Increasing burden’

In a 20-year span, the number of heart disease-related deaths has tripled in the U.S., according to a new study published in the Journal of the American Heart Association.

Ask an expert: 'Should I exercise during my cancer treatment?'

September 4, 2023

Ask an expert: 'Should I exercise during my cancer treatment?'

Nichole Andrews, a registered dietitian and cancer nutrition specialist in Washington who works with cancer patients and survivors, shared insights on the benefits of exercising amid treatment.

'Silent walking' trend: Psychiatrist shares stress-relieving benefits of strolling in silence

August 31, 2023

'Silent walking' trend: Psychiatrist shares stress-relieving benefits of strolling in silence

The TikTok community has turned walking without music, podcasts or other artificial noise into a "stress-relieving" trend. Psychiatrist Dr. Raafat W. Girgis discusses the benefits of "silent walking."

Halloween decor swarms shelves in summer, and social media users sound off: 'Already?!'

August 19, 2023

Halloween decor swarms shelves in summer, and social media users sound off: 'Already?!'

Stores seem to be stocking fall 2023 and Halloween decorations earlier and earlier, and some critics have strong feelings about it. Here's why some feel overwhelmed by it.

Be well: For optimal support and skin health, take better care of this lingerie item

August 9, 2023

Be well: For optimal support and skin health, take better care of this lingerie item

Katie Weir, the “bra whisperer" at lingerie brand Curvy Kate, offered tips on caring for bras and when to switch them out for optimal support and skin health; a dermatologist shared tips, too.

Gisele Bündchen reflects on Tom Brady divorce: 'Breakups are never easy'

August 8, 2023

Gisele Bündchen reflects on Tom Brady divorce: 'Breakups are never easy'

Gisele Bündchen shared her thoughts on coping with her divorce from Tom Brady in a new interview. The supermodel noted that "breakups are never easy" but added that she believes every situation "happens for our growth."

Young people are more likely to fall while texting and walking, new study says

August 8, 2023

Young people are more likely to fall while texting and walking, new study says

A new study has shown that younger people are more likely to fall while texting and walking. The participants walked on a potentially slippery surface while texting.

Antibiotic resistance is on the rise, doctor warns: ‘This is an enormous problem’

August 5, 2023

Antibiotic resistance is on the rise, doctor warns: ‘This is an enormous problem’

A growing number of Americans are building immunity to antibiotics. Dr. Marc Siegel discussed potential causes and solutions on "America's Newsroom" this week.

Just 4 minutes of intense daily activity could slash cancer risk among ‘non-exercisers,’ study finds

July 30, 2023

Just 4 minutes of intense daily activity could slash cancer risk among ‘non-exercisers,’ study finds

Just 4 to 5 minutes of “vigorous physical activity" could reduce cancer risk among people who have been generally inactive, a new study in the journal JAMA Oncology found.

Be well: Start a garden and reap the health benefits

July 18, 2023

Be well: Start a garden and reap the health benefits

Spending time in the great outdoors has long been linked to greater health and wellness, many studies have shown — and starting a garden can grow those benefits even more, experts share.