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How Your Gender and Body Weight Affect How Long You’ll Live
How are size and gender affecting our longevity? Our body size can affect more than how we feel about ourselves. It might even govern how long we’ll live. Height, weight and gender can each impact lifespan in different ways. A 20-year study- has shown women who are short and overweight and men who exercise for less than a half hour each day are less likely to live into their 90s. In a strange twist,...
October 20, 2020
Health and Weight Measurements That Are Better Than BMI
Body mass index- (BMI) can be a helpful tool in determining some aspects about health, but it has its limitations. The measurement isn’t always accurate about estimating weight, especially in individuals who are particularly muscular or lacking in muscle tone. BMI calculations aren’t very reliable when it comes to predicting diabetes and heart disease, either. There are much better measurements for...
March 4, 2020
The Science Behind Age-Related Weight Gain
A lot of things change as we age, from the way we think to the way we move, and the way our bodies burn and use fat is no exception. Age-related weight gain is a common struggle, one that can have far-reaching health effects unless we understand the science and figure out how to work with, instead of against, our bodies. Here’s the science behind this challenge and what you can do to reduce its effects....
January 6, 2020
The Role of Genetics on Our Weight
There are a number of factors that influence obesity. These include behavioral choices, environmental circumstances, and genetics. Genes don’t always predict someone’s future weight, but science has shown that genetics play a role in obesity. Genes increase a person’s susceptibility to become overweight, but this is not an isolated causality, due to behavior and environment. Take for instance the number...
January 24, 2019
5 Ways to Lower Your Blood Pressure Without Medication
Some people have a genetic predisposition that will at some point impact their blood pressure readings. Others have problems due to diet, weight or other medical factors. The good news is there are some things you can do to lower your blood pressure without necessarily relying on medications. Potassium-Rich Foods - Add foods rich in potassium to your regular diet. Potassium helps to regulate your blood...
June 12, 2018