Body builders to be put through their paces

Body builders to be put through their paces

BODYBUILDERS are being invited to participate in a competition later this year. The International Bodybuilding and Fitness Association UK (IBFA UK) has announced that it will accept entrants for its Northern Qualifiers on Sunday 24th April in Gateshead and on 29th May at the Carnegie Theater in workington. The qualifiers are for the main competition … Read more

Assessment and Treatment of Dietary and Mental Health Concerns in Youth With NAFLD

Assessment and Treatment of Dietary and Mental Health Concerns in Youth With NAFLD

Adolescents with nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) often have emotional and behavioral concerns associated with their disease; evaluation and treatment of these dietary and mental health problems is vital, according to a study published in the Journal of Pediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition. Although unhealthy eating behaviors (UEB) and NAFLD have been associated with symptoms of … Read more

New exercise machines for a whole new you: the latest in fitness tech

New exercise machines for a whole new you: the latest in fitness tech

New exercise machines for a whole new person: the latest in fitness technology Achieve your fitness goals with new home exercise machines and fitness technology, from smarter dumbbells to a stationary bike that simulates hard surfaces New Year’s fitness goals often fall by the wayside. While certain types of exercise depend on getting outside, there’s … Read more

From Citrus Fruits to Eggs, 9 Foods to Include in Diet to Improve Brain Function

From Citrus Fruits to Eggs, 9 Foods to Include in Diet to Improve Brain Function

The winter season is here and so are the rest days. The desire to spend an extra five minutes in a cozy blanket can be dangerous to your health. Along with this, you also need to make sure that you are eating the right foods. If you feel lazy during the winter season, make sure … Read more

Former Panthers player Steve Smith will fund new behavioral health center in Charlotte

Former Panthers player Steve Smith will fund new behavioral health center in Charlotte

Former Carolina Panthers player Steve Smith has announced plans to establish a new behavioral health urgent care center in Charlotte in partnership with Mecklenburg County and Alliance Health. The center will operate 24/7 and will provide mental health and substance abuse treatment for children and adults. Speaking to the Mecklenburg County Board of Commissioners last … Read more

One easy way to get moving again, according to science

One easy way to get moving again, according to science

The researchers analyzed data from 121 randomized control trials and 141 study comparisons to find what impact exercise trackers, such as those found in phone apps and Fitbits, had on daily physical activity, moderate physical activity, and vigorous and sedentary time, according to the study. Using fitness apps increased daily physical activity by the equivalent … Read more