A small study published Wednesday found that consuming grapes protected against ultraviolet skin damage in a group of 29 human volunteers. (Angela Serena Gilmour, Alamy) Estimated reading time: 2-3 minutes TORONTO — The grape is loved around the world as a staple food and drink that offers many nutritional benefits, and new research suggests there … Read more
The nutritional benefits could be an effective way to slow age-related cognitive decline, according to a new study. (Alex Segre, Alamy) Estimated reading time: 4-5 minutes WASHINGTON — Nutritional benefits may be an effective way to slow age-related cognitive decline, according to a new study. The study, published Wednesday in the journal Neurologyfound that eligible … Read more
Estimated reading time: 3-4 minutes ATLANTA— Physical Activity Guidelines for older adults, emphasize getting at least two days of strength training and 2½ hours of moderate-to-vigorous aerobic physical activity each week. However, many people downplay muscle strengthening and rely on the benefits of aerobic exercise to get the heart pumping. That would be a mistake, … Read more
Utah State freshman head coach Blake Anderson speaks to the media during Mountain West media days, Wednesday, July 21, 2021, in Las Vegas. (Sean Walker, KSL.com) Estimated reading time: 3-4 minutes LOGAN — On Monday afternoon, Utah State football coach Blake Anderson publicly acknowledged that his son, Cason, committed suicide in February and called for … Read more
Walk into a gym and you’ll usually find yourself in a dark, dingy room filled with exercise machines that are, more often than not, standard (and boring) black or gray. Even in his own home, he’s created a functional fitness area, but with bulky, handy equipment that’s certainly a little off-putting to look at. With … Read more
Lung injuries from e-cigarettes or vaping can lead to long-term breathing problems, cognitive decline and mental health problems, according to a study from Intermountain Healthcare. (Nam Y. Huh, Associated Press) Estimated reading time: 2-3 minutes SALT LAKE CITY — Lung injuries from e-cigarettes or vaping can lead to long-term problems, including breathing problems, cognitive decline … Read more
Police surrounded an area near 900 South and 100 West in Salt Lake City on Saturday as they attempted to contact an individual barricaded in a vehicle. Police say the man was experiencing a “mental health crisis” and they were able to resolve the situation within a couple of hours. (Salt Lake City Police) Estimated … Read more
Brandon Rawlings poses with his wife after finishing a race. He says he relies on running to stay fit and was forced to find other ways to take care of his health after contracting COVID-19 last fall as his ability to run has been limited. (Family photo) Estimated reading time: 5-6 minutes EAGLE MOUNTAIN — … Read more