Most of us have a common understanding of diabetes, the chronic health condition that affects how your body turns food into energy. But there's confusion about the types of diabetes. Let's take a look at the similarities and differences between type 1 and type 2...
You've likely heard that childhood obesity is on the rise. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), over the past 30 years, the number of kids with obesity has almost doubled. Have you ever worried that this trend might affect your kids?...
It's National Nutrition Month! This week, we're talking about apple cider vinegar. (And to spare you having to see "apple cider vinegar" repeated all over this page, we're abbreviating it to ACV.) You may have heard about its purported amazingness before—we've sung its praises here in...
input#fieldname18_1:hover { cursor: default; } [wbcr_css_snippet id="18736"] Carrying around too much weight feels uncomfortable, and it can also damage your health. According the Centers of Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), obesity rates have skyrocketed in the United States in recent years. 1 As...
More than one-third of U.S. adults routinely sleep fewer than six hours a night. That's according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)—and that's bad news. The benefits of adequate sleep range from better heart health and less stress to improved memory and...
Vegetables are low in calories but rich in vitamins, minerals and other important nutrients. In addition, many are low in carbs and high in fiber, making them ideal for low-carb diets. The definition of a low-carb diet varies widely. Most are under 150 grams of carbs per...
Vegetables are low in calories but rich in vitamins, minerals and other important nutrients. In addition, many are low in carbs and high in fiber, making them ideal for low-carb diets. The definition of a low-carb diet varies widely. Most are under 150 grams of carbs per...
Red wine is the alcoholic drink of choice for many people, and it's gotten a lot of buzz (get it?) for its potential health benefits. The drink, made from fermented red grapes, is loaded with antioxidants, but it can also be full of calories and sugar. If...
Power walking is an exercise technique that emphasizes speed and arm motion as a means of increasing health benefits. Done correctly, regular power walking is good for your cardiovascular health, joint health, and emotional well-being. PHMP Walking Archives ...
The Science of Weight-Loss a PHMP Health Article Series Welcome to the conclusion of our four-part series about scientifically-supported weight-loss methods. In Part Four, we're wrapping up our list of the top weight-loss protips. (In case...
The Science of Weight-Loss a PHMP Health Article Series Welcome back to our four-part series about scientifically-supported weight-loss methods. In Part Three, we're delving into the first half of our list of 26 weight-loss protips. (In...
The Science of Weight-Loss a PHMP Health Article Series Welcome back to our four-part series about scientifically-supported weight-loss methods. In Part Two, we're wrapping up our list of the top 20 weight-loss-friendly foods. (In case you...
The Science of Weight-Loss a PHMP Health Article Series Welcome to the start of our four-part series about scientifically-supported weight-loss methods. In Part One, we will dive into a list of the top 20 weight-loss-friendly foods! Not...
A demanding workload can increase your stress level — and your waistline. Here's what you can do about it. Exhaustion and work fatigue might be bad for more than just your morale. They might be terrible for your waistline, too. Researchers at the University of Georgia in...
With the holidays right around the corner — and after a long time spent at home with limited activity — you may find yourself packing on a few extra pounds. Don't stress yourself out! Weight gain a common reaction to anxiety, and with the ongoing pandemic,...