7 habits make for a healthy heart — and brain, too
Aug 29, 2018
New research suggests that exercise, eating right and other heart-healthy habits are good for the brain, too.
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It takes more than a bribe to get people to exercise
Aug 29, 2018
Incentivizing people to exercise using cash and other rewards doesn’t always work. Here’s what research suggests does.
8 tips for the perfect hike with kids
Aug 22, 2018
Simply breathing in nature can lead to a healthier mind, body and spirit. Not sure how to start? Here are eight tips for a successful family hike.
Google just launched Heart Points. Here are 5 things you need to know.
Aug 21, 2018
A redesign of Google Fit will emphasize the intensity of physical activity using Heart Points.
Are eggs good for you or not?
Aug 16, 2018
The egg is standard breakfast fare, but many people may be wondering whether eggs are healthy.
Taking time off doesn't have to mean distant travel
Aug 13, 2018
If you’re looking to squeeze in a vacation before the hectic fall schedule resumes, visions of exotic beaches or sightseeing abroad may come to mind. But enjoying time off work doesn’t have to mean distant travel or hefty spending.
Summer days: Make sure the living is easy — and active
Aug 9, 2018
It’s the peak of summer, when swimming, hiking, biking and other outdoor activities beckon — just the kind of active leisure time that can make a big difference in your overall health.
Obesity as young adult sets stage for heart disease, stroke
Aug 1, 2018
Young adults who are overweight begin to develop high blood pressure and other heart problems that may put them at higher risk of developing heart disease and stroke later in life, a new study shows.
Limit low-calorie sodas and drinks, and stick to water instead, researchers advise
Jul 30, 2018
People are drinking fewer diet drinks these days, and a new science advisory Monday urges people to replace sugary and low-calorie drinks with water.
A better way to predict heart attacks and strokes in space
Jul 30, 2018
Researchers may have developed a more reliable way to predict the risk of heart attack and stroke in astronauts - and the technique may eventually help gauge the same danger for regular folks on Earth, too.