Modern women with heart disease need flexible lifestyle programmes
Women with heart disease today need flexible options for lifestyle programmes that fit their busy schedules. That’s the finding of a study published in the European Journal of…
Fitness calculator can reveal a lot about your health
A Fitness Calculator was developed by researchers from the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) in 2013. It was able to reveal your body’s real age and…
Weight Loss Surgery May Increase Fracture Risk
Individuals who undergo weight loss surgery may face an elevated risk of bone fractures, according to a study published in the Journal of Internal Medicine.
Does Antibiotic Use During Pregnancy and Infancy Impact Childhood Obesity?
Use of antibiotics during pregnancy does not appear to affect children’s weight in subsequent years, but use during infancy may increase their risk of becoming overweight or obese.
Breastfeeding and Risks of Allergies and Asthma
In an Acta Paediatrica study, exclusive breastfeeding for the first 3 months was linked with a lower risk of respiratory allergies and asthma when children reached 6 years…