Focus on Exercise Alone Makes Greater Improvement Than Diet and Medicine in People with...
Diabetes is often called a lifestyle disease, and now a new study verifies that a lifestyle change brings strong improvements.
High-Intensity Physical Training Improves Cardiovascular Fitness in Obese Adolescents
After school lifestyle education and physical training programs can benefit obese children and adolescents by altering their body compositions and providing primary prevention of cardiovascular disease.
NIH Launches First Study to Examine Long-Term Effects of Weight Loss and Exercise in...
The first long-term study to look at the effects of weight loss in people with type 2 diabetes was launched at the annual meeting of the American Diabetes Association today.
Walking Pace and Risk of Heart Disease Linked in Study
Does your walking pace mean you're at a higher risk of heart disease? Study suggests that people who walk at a certain speed could be at higher risk of heart disease compared to the general population.
Just 2-Minutes of Walking Per Hour Offsets the Hazards of Sitting
Standing may not be enough to offset the hazards of sitting for long periods of time, but adding as little as 2-minutes of walking...
Sleep Deprivation Doubles Risks of Obesity in Both Children and Adults
Research has found that sleep deprivation is associated with an almost a two-fold increased risk of being obese for both children and adults.
Fear of Hypoglycemia a Barrier to Exercise for Type 1 Diabetics
Study finds individuals with the greatest fear of physical activity had the poorest control of their diabetes.
Study: Healthy Behaviors in Mid-life Increase Odds of Successful Aging Significantly
Engaging in a combination of healthy behaviours, such as not smoking, moderate alcohol consumption, exercise, and eating fruits and vegetables daily makes it significantly more likely people will stay healthy as they age.
Diabetics with Previous Foot Ulcers May Be Able to Participate in Walking Program
Individuals with DM+PN might be able to engage in a graduated walking program under close supervision of a medical professional and thus prevent other life threatening illnesses.
Obesity Study Focuses on After-School Hours
Whether after-school hours filled with study, exercise and nutritious snacks can help turn around unprecedented obesity rates in children is the focus of a new study at the Medical College of Georgia.
Walking to Work Cuts Risk of Diabetes and High Blood Pressure
People who walk to work are around 40% less likely to have diabetes as those who drive, according to a new study.
Researchers: Risk of Diabetes Higher in Neighborhoods That Aren’t Walk-Friendly
Whether your neighbourhood is conducive to walking could determine your risk for developing diabetes...
Relatively Few US Adults Report Having A Healthy Lifestyle
Despite clear evidence of the health benefits, few U.S. adults conform to four common healthy behaviors that together characterize a healthy lifestyle.
Diet and Exercise Dramatically Delay Type 2 Diabetes: Diabetes Medication Metformin Also Effective
At least 10 million Americans at high risk for type 2 diabetes can sharply lower their chances of getting the disease with diet and exercise, according to the findings of a major clinical trial.
Help Manage Diabetes: Take a Short Walk After Meals
New research from New Zealand's University of Otago suggests that people managing type 2 diabetes should walk after meals to gain the greatest blood...
Overweight Hispanic Youth Face Increased Risk of Diabetes, Metabolic Syndrome
New research shows that large numbers of overweight Hispanic youth already have complications of obesity, including impaired glucose tolerance, which can lead to diabetes, and metabolic syndrome.




