Running is one of the most effective and fun forms of exercise and has been tied to a wide range of health benefits, including weight control, better blood pressure and lower cholesterol. But just like all the good things, too much running does have undesirable effects too – according to a new study. A number of studies suggest that ‘moderate&
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For many years, scientists believed in the negativity bias theory, which suggests that our brain is hardwired to favour negative thoughts over positive ones. But for the first time, researchers found that not all people are born negative thinkers. Some, according to them, are actually born to be positive thinkers. The new study, which was published in the
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A lot of people appreciate lavender for its fragrance. The scent of this popular flowering plant is widely used in many household and healthcare products, from air fresheners to bath soaps, shampoos, lotion, sanitizers and much more. But did you know that lavender has also been used as a remedy for a range of ailments, such as insomnia, anxiety, fatigue and
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Stress – it’s our number one enemy. And a very stressful fact is that we can never get away from it completely. Stress is always there – waiting for that perfect timing to ruin our life and make it miserable. Good thing – it is possible to lessen the impact of stress on our health and well-being. Meditation and therapy are among t
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You have a deadline looming. However, instead of working on your task, you’re caught up checking emails, browsing your news feed, checking the best deals online, chatting with someone, etc. We are all guilty of procrastinating sometimes. And that’s okay. Procrastination isn’t all bad. When it comes to certain situations in life, sometimes t
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How much water do you drink each day? Are you getting enough? Whilst there is still an ongoing debate on how much water should humans try to consume each day, there has been no scientific evidence that shows too much of it can make us ill! So, don’t be afraid to increase your water intake. After all, if you are like most people, you probably don’
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There’s a huge deal of research suggesting that a low-calorie diet is probably the solution to better health and longer life. Now, a new study found that extreme calorie counting boosts lifespan in monkeys. The research, published in the Nature Communications, found that a wealth of scientific evidence dating back more than 75 years suggest that pr
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Yoga has become one of the most popular mind-body practises today. Before, devoted yogis still had to travel to India or help organise their Master’s visit to experience its remarkable health benefits. But now, this ancient discipline can be practised almost anywhere – in fitness gyms, health clubs, yoga studios, recreation centres, parks, church
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Apple may be packed with plenty of antioxidants and essential compounds that are good for your body. But then, it really takes more than an apple a day to keep the doctor away. Often, the best way to keep your immunity strong is to include a variety of fresh fruits and vegetables in your diet as each one of them has unique nutritional properties that benefit
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Children who spend less time in front of their computer sleep more, perform better at school, behave better and experience many other health benefits. That’s according to a new study published recently in the JAMA Paediatrics journal. Researchers from Iowa State University found that kids may benefit from limiting the amount of time they spend in
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