Student loan debt hurts the mental health of most borrowers, survey finds

Student loan debt hurts the mental health of most borrowers, survey finds

Kate Quick, 43, said her student loan debt causes stress and anxiety for her and her family. Courtesy: Kate Quick When Kate Quick, 43, finished her MFA at the University of Alaska Fairbanks 22 years ago, she had borrowed about $30,000. Now, he owes nearly $48,000, even after years of making payments. “I just can’t … Read more

Here’s the way to exercise for better balance

Here’s the way to exercise for better balance

It’s also something you can change by exercising to achieve better balance and lower your risk of injury. One of the most important benefits of exercise is that it makes you less susceptible to injury in your daily life. Improving your balance does that by reducing your chances of falling. A comprehensive exercise program helps … Read more

Study: People with serious mental illness had care disruptions during pandemic

Study: People with serious mental illness had care disruptions during pandemic

Medicare beneficiaries with serious mental health disorders experienced treatment interruptions in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a new study. Photo by Geralt/Pixabay Jan. 28 (UPI) — People with Medicare with serious mental health disorders saw interruptions in treatment services during the early stages of the COVID-19 pandemic in the United States, according … Read more

‘Natural’ supplements athletes take to boost performance can be harmful, cardiologists warn

‘Natural’ supplements athletes take to boost performance can be harmful, cardiologists warn

Athletes who take ‘natural’ supplements to give them a competitive edge were warned today that abusing them could be harmful. The European Society of Cardiology said An increasing number of athletes are using unproven products containing substances such as caffeine and creatine to enhance performance. Despite being legal, nutritional products are often not subject to … Read more

Discover how turmeric could help you stay active and achieve your exercise goals in 2022

Discover how turmeric could help you stay active and achieve your exercise goals in 2022

This year, close to half of Brits who have made New Year’s resolutions have included ‘exercise more or improve their fitness’. And those who manage to stick to this will likely improve their mood and physical health. Studies show that regular physical activity can reduce stress and anxiety and raise self-esteem. Even just 10 minutes … Read more

Health shorts: New water purifiers, fitness watches

Health shorts: New water purifiers, fitness watches

MANILA — Check out some of the latest health and fitness news. These are not endorsed by ABS-CBN News. AQUA SMARTGUARD ARRIVES AT PH Distribute Waterlogic Hydration Solutions recently launched its new line of water purifiers in the country. Aqua SmartGuard water purifiers feature a UVC Firewall technology to help protect against bacteria, viruses and … Read more

Fictional Peloton-related heart attacks undermine a basic reality about exercise

Fictional Peloton-related heart attacks undermine a basic reality about exercise

Wags, played by esteemed actor David Costabile, survives. “I’m not going to go out like Mr. Big,” he declares in typical cynical style in this season’s opening episode. The negative publicity caused by the fictional incidents may leave some wondering: Is it safe for your heart to work hard? “The message should be that regular … Read more