What do your lungs have in common with your gut? Would you believe poor cardiovascular fitness could increase your chances of developing cancer in both? One study found an interesting link between these types of cancer and cardiovascular health. A recent study- investigated the connection between cardiovascular fitness and cancers of the lung and bowel. Researchers found people who scored best on an...
A new study out of the Washington University School of Medicine warns of the consequences of a sedentary lifestyle and concludes that Americans are -still -not doing enough to increase their daily activity. In fact, data concerning daily physical activity found -time spent sitting- has increased even more for individuals of all ages. We took a close look at the data to learn just how much inactivity...
For some, aging can cause uneasiness about the prospects for the future, while others look forward to retirement and the new experiences and challenges that come with old age. No matter what your perspective, for those over 50, staying healthy is more important than ever. Here are 5 things that you need to know about keeping up good health while aging. Medical Costs Will Rise - Despite lawmaker efforts,...