The difference between another failed diet and lifelong weight loss: habits. While it’s no surprise that humans are creatures of habit, research shows that as much as 45% of people’s behaviors happen on repeat each and every day, and often in the same location and around the same time. Your morning coffee? That’s a habit. Binge-watching Netflix to fall asleep each night? That’s a habit too. For some people, waking up at 5:30 every morning to work out for an hour is a habit. CLICK HERE FOR ARTICLE!

You dash into a convenience store for a quick snack, spot an apple and reach for a candy bar instead. Poor self-control may not be the only factor behind your choice, new research suggests. That's because our brains process taste information first, before factoring in health information, according to new research. CLICK HERE FOR ARTICLE!

THE PROSPECT OF LOSING weight seems daunting at first. Dropping those first five pounds leaves you feeling cautiously optimistic. Breaking the double-digit mark in lost pounds melts away the caution – your weight loss goal is now in sight, and you feel psyched about achieving it sooner than later. CLICK HERE TO READ ARTICLE!

Brisk walking is a good way for people to increase their activity levels or ease themselves into a more active lifestyle. Unlike other forms of exercise, brisk walking has a lower risk of injury and is a low-cost activity. CLICK HERE FOR ARTICLE!

Scientists show effectiveness of carrot-based Japanese herbal medicine called 'Ninjin'yoeito' in improving muscle atrophy in the hind legs of mice exposed to cigarette smoke, positioning the medicine as a potential treatment for sarcopenia frailty-related complications with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). CLICK HERE for article!

People who wish to lower their cholesterol levels are likely to find that making lasting changes to their diet and lifestyle is more effective than trying quick fixes.
 
Lifestyle changes can sometimes lower cholesterol levels relatively quickly. People may notice the effects in as little as a few weeks.
 
However, to see a lasting change in their cholesterol levels, a person will need to stick to their lifestyle adjustments and any medications that a doctor recommends to control the issue. CLICK HERE TO READ ARTICLE!

New research shows improving the lifestyle of women with obesity during pregnancy could mean long-term cardiovascular benefits for their children.
The study, led by King's College London and supported by the British Heart Foundation and Tommy's charity, examined how an antenatal diet and physical activity intervention in pregnant women with obesity could positively influence the health of the women and their children three years after giving birth.
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A new study provides the most detailed report to date of the cellular effects of a calorie-restricted diet in rats. While the benefits of caloric restriction have long been known, the new results show how this restriction can protect against aging in cellular pathways. CLICK HERE TO READ ARTICLE!

Can staying up late make you fat? A growing body of research has suggested that poor sleep quality is linked to an increased risk of obesity by deregulating appetite, which in turn leads to more calorie consumption. CLICK HERE TO READ ARTICLE!

Yoga is a popular practice that many people find beneficial for their health. As well as being a type of exercise, it may also reduce stress. Can it also help with diabetes?
Diabetes develops when the body does not make enough insulin or cannot use it efficiently. It can cause a person to feel weak and tired, and it can lead to long-term complications such as nerve pain, cardiovascular disease, and more. CLICK HERE FOR COMPLETE ARTICLE!www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/317381