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By Jasmin Waldmann What’s the right time to exercise? Is there a specific time of the day to exercise? Many people have this question. And it’s very relevant. Let me start with the morning v/s evening time that people seem to wonder…

A new study from The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center examines what may cause chronic back pain in runners and the exercises to help prevent it.  The study, published in the ‘Journal of Biomechanics’, suggests that runners with…

If your elderly parent is losing memory rapidly and has been diagnosed as having Alzheimer’s, things can get extremely difficult for the family emotionally. They did so much to raise you that you feel the obligation to care for them. Here…

The amount of worry shared by parents and their grownup children can feel like a warm comforter or wet blanket, a new University of Florida study finds. Just the right amount of concern could solidify ties between parents and their adult…

If you’re the type that likes to stay up late and have trouble dragging yourself out of bed in the morning, your late old age-prospects could get a bit blurry; on the other hand, if you’re a lark, meaning you go to bed early and rise early,…

No matter how much you love your family, busy mornings can test the patience of everyone, making it the most stressful time of the day.  Imagine, if instead of rushing around yelling at the kids to hurry up or quizzing your partner about…

Smartphones are an integral part of most people’s lives, allowing us to stay connected and updated at all times. The downside of that convenience is that many of us are also addicted to the constant alerts from our devices, unable to ignore…

When we’re planning what to put in our gardens, we tend to think about plants and flowers, trees and vegetables. What might not spring to mind straightaway is artwork. But the garden is a great place to showcase beautiful works of art,…

As more of us aim to be more efficient in the kitchen, meal planning has become a popular topic for home cooks and busy families. By planning meals for the week ahead, you’re more likely to eat healthily and stick to a budget, rather than…

According to University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC), medical conditions can affect the colour your eyes appear. While the conditions won’t change the iris or the coloured section of the eye, symptoms of the condition may show on the…

Adding certain foods to your diet can boost your eye health and protect against vision-threatening diseases like cataracts, glaucoma, poor night vision, dry eyes and age-related macular degeneration. Vitamin C, E, zinc, lutein, zeaxanthin…

Close friends are valuable and it can take years to build strong friendships. So, hearing the news that a good friend is moving away can be upsetting, particularly if you regularly rely on them for emotional or practical support. But just…

Can physical fitness in children affect their academic performance? New research shows that it may very well be so. Researchers from the University of Granada have proven, for the first time in history, that physical fitness in children…

The shocking results of a 2013 study show that people use smartphones just about everywhere, even in the most compromising situations: 9% of the people check their phones while having sex and 12% while in the shower! Cellphones are…

By Jasmin Waldmann Stretching can enhance your physical performance as far as the range of motion goes. Regular stretching will relax all your muscles. The more flexible you are, the bigger will be the range of motion, making the exercise…

Surya Namaskar is the salutation to the Sun and traditionally performed early in the morning as the sun rises. It is one of the finest yoga asanas for the overall development of your body, mind and soul. Comprising 12 yogic postures, this…

As more and more parents work longer hours, finding good childcare options is harder than ever for many people. So, when friends or family can step in and help look after the children, it is often a great solution. But trusting another…

Does your family have traditions? Dates, occasions or rituals that are personal to your family? Well, if not, you might want to create some as research has found that having family traditions can be a healthy and beneficial experience for…

You’re on the bus, and one of the only free seats is next to you. How, and why, do you stop another passenger sitting there? Research reveals the tactics commuters use to avoid each other. This practice, says the study published in the…

Do you know someone who is playful in different situations, can easily see things from new perspectives, and can turn monotonous tasks into something interesting? Do you also notice that somehow good things seem to happen to them and they…

Smoking: Research shows that smokers have a significantly greater risk of sight loss than non-smokers. Toxic chemicals in tobacco smoke interfere with the production of tears. Smoking causes oxidative stress and damages your retina. Tobacco…

If you’re looking for a vegetable that’s easy to grow and one that you can use in the kitchen almost every day, garlic is a great choice. Practical and healthy With its strong flavour, garlic is popular in both Asian and Mediterranean…

Fancy giving baking a go but not sure where to start? The good news is, even beginners can get great results with our useful hints and tips. Although buying breads and cakes from the supermarket might seem easier, more and more people are…

The relationship between sleep and metabolism is well researched. Studies have linked decreased sleep to greater calorie intake and increased abdominal fat. Not getting enough sleep affects appetite hormones, notably ghrelin and leptin,…

For those of you who struggle to fall asleep naturally, try looking at your dietary habits during the day and before bed to see if certain foods and drinks are keeping you up all hours. Eating a heavy rich meal before bed can lead to a…

Conflict in the workplace is nothing unusual. Throw different personalities into a confined space for eight hours a day, give them targets to hit and deadlines to meet and you’ve got the perfect recipe for arguments and resentment. Add to…

The health advantages of high-intensity exercise are widely known but new research from McMaster University points to another major benefit: Better memory. The findings could have implications for an ageing population, which is grappling…

We all have that one friend who seems to have life completely sorted. It’s easy to compare ourselves to that perfect friend and wonder why our life isn’t quite so wonderful. So many of us judge our own success by using our friends as a…

By Jasmin Waldmann Your exercises can vary significantly based on factors specific to you and your goal. However, they have to be in an arranged order. So if you want to do either cardio training or weight lifting, how do you decide on it?…

Health warriors, fitness enthusiasts and the weight-conscious are often drawn to ‘fitness foods’ like granola bars, trail mixes, energy drinks, certain breakfast cereals and more. The packaging of all these products suggests that they…