Ask Mr. Dad: Sports dreams Nov 19, 2009
I think it's a good idea to insist that your son do at least one physical activity - especially if he already spends a lot of time in front of computer, television, or game console screens. And require him to stick with it for a full season - you don't want to send the message that it's okay to quit when things get tough. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
Wellness featured at Brookline teachers professional development day Nov 18, 2009
As part of this professional development day, Brookline teachers and paraprofessionals could select a wellness strand designed to support learning by promoting good nutrition and physical activity ... Donnelly and Jacobs, members of the town s Wellness Committee, proposed the introduction of this new topic, designed the nutrition and physical activity components, identified Brookline teachers and staff to lead some of the activities and recruited Dr. David Katz as the keynote speaker ... Katz is... (Brookline TAB, MA)
Kids Count report shows promise Nov 18, 2009
Although the general trend in this area appears to be a continued increase, Montana children benefit from some protective factors: a larger portion of children in Montana are fed breast milk as infants; children ages 6 to 17 engage in physical activity at a higher rate; and those 17 and younger spend less time in front of televisions or video games than the national average. "This data set highlights some very promising trends for the overall health and well-being of children in Montana. While... (Montana Standard, MT)
Tackling obesity Nov 18, 2009
It can be treated through diet regulations, modifications, and incorporation of regular physical activity in your routin 00004000 e, lifestyle changes and anti-obesity medications like appetite suppressants or medications, which will minimise fat absorption from the intestine. All the above can work only up to a certain level of BMI (up to 30 BMI). (India Times, India)
Breast 'awareness' is key, docs say Nov 18, 2009
Healthy body weight and physical activity can help prevent breast cancer ... Physical activity has also been shown to decrease risk in women generally, she said. (CNN)
Burning ambition Nov 18, 2009
"Sports such as netball, cricket and all of the major football codes each play a vital role in introducing large numbers of young Australians to healthy habits of life-long physical activity." AFL chief Andrew Demetriou. send photos, videos ffs to 0406 THE AGE (0406 843 243), or us. (The Age, Australia -- National)
Annual Heart Walk designed to be a step to a healthier life Nov 18, 2009
Walking has the lowest dropout rate of any physical activity, she said. Rachel Hutchings of Neoga will be at the Heart Walk. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Health Tip: Dealing With Peripheral Artery Disease Nov 17, 2009
But PAD can be managed by making certain lifestyle changes, notably getting enough physical activity. The American Heart Association offers these suggestions. (MEDLINEplus)
Wearing pedometer can be a big step in weight-loss battle Nov 17, 2009
"What we found was, on average, that wearing a pedometer increased people's physical activity by about 2,000 steps per day," Bravata said ... In fact, those who wore one but didn't set a goal did not increase their physical activity, she said. (Montana Standard, MT)
Sudden Cardiac Death Much More Likely to Strike Men Nov 17, 2009
Having traditional risk factors for heart disease -- such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, lack of physical activity and smoking cigarettes -- also upped the risk of sudden cardiac death substantially, the study found. "If you reach the age of 50 with all optimal risk factors, essentially no one went on to experience sudden death in their remaining life span, whereas those with two or more major risk factors had much higher rates comparatively," Lloyd-Jones said. (MEDLINEplus)
Discover the great taste of whole grains Nov 17, 2009
Physical activity and proper nutrition go hand in hand. Regular exercise and eating lots of fruits, vegetables and foods rich in whole grains are a great way to boost your overall wellness. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Nintendo Wii may provide actual exercise Nov 17, 2009
"It's a very easy and fun way to start exercising," said Motohiko Miyachi, head of a physical activity program at the National Institute of Health and Nutrition in Tokyo, who led the study ... Miyachi, who said he enjoys the Wii tennis and baseball games, hopes to measure the physical activity expended playing the new Wii resort games and called on other video game makers to develop more active entertainment ... Noting the growing obesity epidemic in the United States and Japan, Miyachi said... (MSNBC -- Technology)
State offers subsidy on child-care fee Nov 17, 2009
"They love physical activity. They love better nutrition.". Facilities that opt not to participate in the program will pay higher rates, which range from $500 for a 10-child facility to $3,900 for a facility with 60 children or more. (AZCentral)
Exercise lowers stroke risk Nov 17, 2009
According to the foundation, working up a sweat or exercising for 30 minutes at a time is not necessary since every physical activity lasting longer than 10 minutes is beneficial. Text Size. (India Times, India)
Teenage Obesity Linked to Increased Risk of Multiple Sclerosis Nov 16, 2009
The results were the same after accounting for smoking status and physical activity level. Women who had a larger body size at 20 years of age, represented by the use of silhouettes in the study, also had twice the risk of MS compared to women who reported a thinner body size. (Science Daily)
MSU teaches nutrition to preschoolers Nov 16, 2009
It is a pilot project developed by Chiquita Briley, Mike Hall, Diane Tidwell and Brian Trader in MSUs departments of Food Science, Nutrition and Health Promotion and Plant and Soil Sciences to teach preschoolers ages 3 to 5 about nutrition, health, gardening and physical activity. The goal is to reduce the incidence of childhood obesity by introducing children, parents and educators to healthy food options and physical activity ... We choose kid-friendly songs and games such as the Hokey... (The Clarion-Ledger)
Mathews says: 'I'm fine' Nov 16, 2009
Mathews, however, first must pass further examinations, scheduled for today, before resuming physical activity. "He'll be fine; he'll be ready to go," Hill said. (Fresno Bee -- Sports)
Missing out on brain food puts kids at risk Nov 15, 2009
Professor Meyer said she and colleague Nithin Kolanu based their research - funded by the Omega-3 Centre in Melbourne, which in turn is funded by nutrition, fishing and meat companies - on last year's Australian National Children's Nutrition and Physical Activity Survey carried out by the Federal Government. Intakes of omega-3 have not increased in that time,'' Professor Meyer said. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
It's time to tune into big screen dilemma Nov 15, 2009
While it was not good to leave a child in front of a screen for ''hours on end'', Professor Lumby said certain shows could help children develop literacy, numeracy and creative skills, with many promoting physical activity such as dancing. Australian experts are divided over a US study by Archives of Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine, which found the level of TV exposure was associated with aggression - even when controlling other factors associated with child behavioural problems such as... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Canada doctor uses glue to aid open-heart recovery Nov 14, 2009
A study involving over 20 patients in Calgary found that people whose chests were glued back together were able to get back to full physical activity within days instead of the months it normally takes with the wire stitches. Over 1 million open-heart surgeries are performed in the world each year by splitting the breastbone. (India Times, India -- Health/Science)
Pleasant neighbourhoods lower diabetes risk Nov 14, 2009
Measures of neighbourhood resources were obtained from the Community Survey, in which other residents of the same neighbourhoods rated the suitability of their environment for physical activity and access to healthy foods ... Scores for physical activity and healthy foods were calculated for each neighbourhood on scales of one to five (with five representing the healthiest areas) ... 68 for physical activity and 3. (India Times, India)
Read more... Nov 14, 2009
To make the cut, each of the 12 initiatives had show proven results and represent a significant commitment to increasing play and physical activity ... Many government, scientific, and public health agencies recommend that school-age children and adolescents participate in at least 60 minutes of moderate to vigorous physical activity every day ... Cedar Rapids, Iowa: The Switch Program -- Switch What You Do, View, and Chew aims to increase childrens physical activity (Switch What You Do),... (PNN Online)
Kids Kept Indoors Due to Poor Clothing Choices Nov 14, 2009
Inappropriate clothing can limit or prevent young children's outdoor physical activity, a U.S. study has found. Researchers looked at 53 child-care providers from 34 child-care centers in Cincinnati to determine why children's physical activity levels may vary across centers ... The study findings, published online Nov. 6 in the International Journal of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity, suggest that parents need to be educated about the importance and benefits of outdoor play for their... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
How World's Longest-Living People Do It Nov 14, 2009
And what about physical activity ... Machines have engineered physical activity out of lives, and networked electronics are replacing face-to-face human contact. (CBS News -- Early Show)
Calorie counters may be able to eat more than they think Nov 14, 2009
The committee says its report provides a much more accurate assessment of how energy can be burnt off through physical activity. A 16% increase would mean that adults could safely consume an extra 400 calories a day, equivalent to an average sized cheeseburger. (BBC News -- UK)
When Preschoolers Ask Questions, They Want Explanations Nov 14, 2009
15, 2009) A study of children enrolled at 24 community-based preschool programs finds that preschoolers are inactive for much of their preschool day, with 89 percent of physical activity characterized as. (May 18, 2009) A new study shows that children's abilities to both speak and understand words developed faster when they were with classmates with better language skills. (Science Daily)
Sex, Alcohol, Fat Among World's Big Killers: WHO Nov 13, 2009
"Health risks are in transition: populations are aging owing to successes against infectious diseases; at the same time, patterns of physical activity and food, alcohol and tobacco consumption are changing," it said ... "At the same time, dietary risk factors for high blood pressure, cholesterol and obesity, coupled with insufficient physical activity, are responsible for an increasing proportion of the total disease burden.". (MEDLINEplus)
WHO: Women's health a 'priority' Nov 13, 2009
Much of the report focuses on sexual and reproductive health, which it says are vital to women's well-being, but it also says "harmful behaviors in relation to sex, tobacco and alcohol use, diet and physical activity" during adolescence can haunt women later in life. "Establishing healthy habits at younger ages can help women to live active and healthy lives until well into old age," the report says. (CNN -- International)
Managing your nerd Nov 13, 2009
Rands In Repose: The Nerd Handbook. Tech Life An annoyingly efficient relevancy engine. (Harper's Magazine)
Column: What students tell us about risky behaviors Nov 13, 2009
They provided both closed and open-ended responses to a range of topics including: Safety, Violence Related Behaviors, Suicide, Tobacco Use, Alcohol Use, Illegal Drug Use, HIV/AIDS Education, Sexual Behavior (seventh and eighth grades only), Dietary Behavior, Self Image, Stress and Physical Activity. Included below is a sampling of the data, which highlights improvements in some areas and consistent or worsening trends in others. (Arlington Advocate, MA)
Exercising To End Of Pregnancy Is Healthy For Baby And Mother, New Study Suggests Nov 13, 2009
"Partaking in low-level physical activity has beneficial effects on materno-foetal health." These findings have recently been published in the International Journal of Obesity and highlight the benefits for the health of the baby and the mother when a physically-active lifestyle is maintained throughout pregnancy ... Of this group of women, half followed an exercise regime under the supervision of experts in Physical Activity and Sports Science in collaboration with the Gynaecology and... (Science Daily)
BEHIND OUR STONEWALLS: The miracles of life Nov 13, 2009
Robert Louis Stevenson, who was an invalid most of his life, channeled his limited physical activity into writing books like Treasure Island. He also wrote, The world is so full of a number of things, I m sure we should all be as happy as kings. (Bolton Common, MA)
When exercise becomes harmful Nov 13, 2009
Regular exercise might be healthy but the trouble begins when individuals become so addicted to physical activity, that exercise becomes the most important priority in their lives. If there is a rise in body temperature or fever due to over-exertion, its time to take stock of the situation. (India Times, India)
Playing sport up to the end of pregnancy is healthy for the baby and the mother Nov 13, 2009
"Partaking in low-level physical activity has beneficial effects on materno-foetal health" ... Of this group of women, half followed an exercise regime under the supervision of experts in Physical Activity and Sports Science in collaboration with the Gynaecology and Obstetrics Unit of Hospital Severo Ochoa in Madrid ... "Body size and gestational age, as well as other health parameters, were similar in the group of women who followed the exercise regime compared to those who did no form of... (EurekAlert!)
Unhealthy Habits Alter Thinking, Memory Skills Nov 13, 2009
Previous research has linked declining thinking and memory skills with unhealthy behaviors such as smoking, abstaining completely from alcohol, not getting enough physical activity, and not eating enough fruits and vegetables daily ... Men and women who reported lower levels of physical activity during midlife and late-midlife also showed greater risk for cognitive deficit. (MEDLINEplus)
Pollution's Toll on the Brain Nov 12, 2009
Fortunately, there are also more immediate ways to reduce your exposure to the toxic chemicals, such as limiting outdoor physical activity on smoggy days. Ozone alerts and air-quality reports have become a routine part of the morning forecast and also appear on sites such as weather. (Scientific American)
Of Moustaches and Men Nov 12, 2009
Lack of physical activity. Men are encouraged to examine their testicles once a month to look out for any pea-sized lumps that could indicate testicular cancer. (iAfrica.com)
For Older Walkers, Faster Is Better Nov 12, 2009
The increased risk of cardiovascular death was found in both women and men, in younger as well as older seniors and in those with low or usual physical activity levels. There was no link between walking speed and risk of death from cancer. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Age-Related Memory Decline and the APOE ε4 Effect Nov 12, 2009
Schuit AJ, Feskens EJ, Launer LJ, Kromhaut D. Physical activity and cognitive decline: the role of the apolipoprotein. 4 allele. (New England Journal of Medicine)
Lack of exercise not to blame for teen obesity? Nov 12, 2009
Study: Physical activity levels unchanged in 20 years while kids got heavier ... Researchers, using government survey data from 1991 and 2007, found the amount of physical activity among U.S. teens has not in fact changed significantly over the past two decades while the population, including children, has got heavier ... "Although only one third of U.S. adolescents met the recommended levels of physical activity, there is no clear evidence they had become less active over the past decade while... (MSNBC -- Health)
Texas Children's discharges first pediatric patient with implanted mechanical heart device Nov 12, 2009
The device has improved his heart health and has allowed him to enjoy physical activity during the wait for a donor heart," said Dr. Jeffrey Dreyer, medical director of cardiac transplantation at Texas Children's Hospital. According to Morales, De Santiago is able to enjoy a more normal life outside the hospital. "He can do many of the things he loves like eating his mother's home cooking, exercising outdoors and going to the movies. He'll be coming to Texas Children's for follow-up visits and... (EurekAlert!)
5 Easy ways to maintain weight Nov 12, 2009
To solve this problem try to add physical activity and exercise in your daily routine. Set short goals In the beginning it is difficult to start with a big task. (India Times, India)
Time-course of exercise and its association with 12-month bone changes Nov 12, 2009
However, knowledge of the time-course of exercise and bone changes is scarce due to lack of methods to quantify and qualify daily physical activity in long-term ... Physical activity was continuously assessed with a waist-worn accelerometer in 35 healthy women (35-40 years) participating in progressive high-impact training ... Physical activity data were correlated with yearly changes in bone density and geometry, and adjusted for confounding factors and impacts at later months of the trial... (BioMed Central)
After-school health 101 Nov 12, 2009
As most of us know, regular physical activity helps to support healthy sleep patterns, improve bone and muscle development and encourage healthy social skills ... There are plenty of opportunities for kids to meet the daily amount of recommended physical activity, especially after school. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Can working out wear your bodyout? Nov 12, 2009
Many exercisers wonder whether vigorous physical activity, such as running or jogging, can be too tough on the body, especially the joints ... Physical activity guidelines released by the federal government last year recommend a minimum of two hours and 30 minutes a week of moderate physical activity or at least one hour and 15 minutes of vigorous activity, plus at least two days of strength training a week ... The guidelines also state that greater health benefits can be achieved when adults... (MSNBC -- Health)
More Muscle Power Means Lower Alzheimer's Risk Nov 11, 2009
Studies have linked grip strength to Alzheimer's, while a person's weight and level of physical activity also influence risk of the disease. To date, however, no one has studied whether muscle strength in and of itself might play a role in dementia risk, Boyle and her team note in November's Annals of Neurology. (MEDLINEplus)
Muscle weakness may contribute to Alzheimer's disease Nov 11, 2009
The link between muscle strength and Alzheimer's remained even after the researchers accounted for other factors, such as body mass index and physical activity levels, the researchers noted in the study published in the Nov. issue of the Journal Archives of Neurology. The researchers also found that weak muscles were associated with increased risk of mild cognitive impairment, the earliest sign of cognitive decline. (Xinhuanet, China)
Body Piercing and Jewellery Nov 11, 2009
If you partake in sports of any kind or enjoy highly vigorous physical activity and your jewellery is in the way, there are a few options. One is to tape the ring down with a piece of first aid tape. (Suite101.com)
Reduced Muscle Strength Associated With Risk For Alzheimer's Nov 11, 2009
The association between muscle strength and risk for Alzheimer's disease remained even after other factors, including body mass index and physical activity level, were considered. "Because Alzheimer's disease develops slowly over many years and its hallmark is change in cognitive function, we examined the association of muscle strength with cognitive decline," the authors write. (Science Daily)
Retirement Brings Most a Big Health Boost Nov 11, 2009
"In addition to strong systems, there's also some degree of personal responsibility for trying to keep ourselves healthy -- managing stress from work and from home, healthy eating and physical activity, and staying involved with social support," Hochhalter added. Workers in both the United States and Europe are likely to be affected similarly by poor working conditions, Westerlund added. (MEDLINEplus)
Words, Gestures Are Translated By Same Brain Regions Nov 11, 2009
Scholars have known for a long time that movements help retrieve information about an event or physical activity associated. (Dec. (Science Daily)
Diabetes Drug May Boost Weight Loss in Obese Patients Nov 11, 2009
All of the patients also increased their levels of physical activity and followed a calorie-restricted diet, which allowed for about 500 calories less per day than they needed. Weight loss among patients taking liraglutide doses of 1. (MEDLINEplus)
Here's why you must have sex daily Nov 11, 2009
Great form of exercise Making love is a form of physical activity. During intercourse, the physiological changes in your body are consistent with a workout. (India Times, India)
Teen Obesity: Lack of Exercise May Not Be to Blame Nov 10, 2009
The report, published last week in the journal Obesity Reviews, finds that the amount of physical activity among U.S. teens has not in fact changed significantly over the past two decades, even while that population has gotten heavier. "On the one hand, we have seen the obesity-prevalence increase, but we don't see a decrease in physical activity," says Dr. Youfa Wang, an associate professor at the Center for Human Nutrition at Hopkins and lead author of the study ... "This suggests that... (Time.com)
Passive Work Means Less Activity Off the Job, Too Nov 10, 2009
Over a five-year period, the study participants were categorized at three different time points based on how passive their jobs were and their amount of leisure-time physical activity ... But men who were in passive jobs at all three time points were 16 percent more likely to have low levels of leisure time physical activity than men who had never worked in a passive job ... Evidence on how the nature of a person's job affects his or her leisure-time physical activity has been mixed, Gimeno and... (MEDLINEplus)
Weight Training Boosts Breast Cancer Survivors' Body Image And Intimate Relationship Satisfaction Nov 10, 2009
Both groups of women benefited emotionally from the weight-lifting in the study, called the Physical Activity and Lymphedema (PAL) trial. Unlike many medical study questionnaires that ask about general quality of life factors, the one used in this study was developed specifically for - and by -- breast cancer survivors. (Science Daily)
To lose weight, quit your job Nov 10, 2009
In the study 11 men and 10 women were monitored for a duration of 10 consecutive days to assess physical activity (or inactivity) using a Physical Activity Monitoring System composed of four inclinometers and two triaxial accelerometers that are attached to the torso, thigh, and trunk using special clothing. This methodology allows the researchers not only to get an estimate of physical activity patterns but the postures taken and thus distinguish one form of inactivity from another (standing... (Harper's Magazine)
Cancer recurs in 'dense' breasts Nov 10, 2009
Dr Steven Narod, of the Women's College Hospital in Toronto, Canada, said: "The composition of the breast tissue surrounding the breast cancer is important in predicting whether or not a breast cancer will return after surgery. "Breast density has been found to be modifiable to some extent by physical activity and hormone therapy. " 'Attractive prospect'Stephen Duffy, Cancer Research UK's professor of screening, said: "This is intriguing. (BBC News -- Health)
Heart Attacks Become More Common But Less Often Fatal In Women Nov 10, 2009
"As these studies show, increased and continuous vigorous attention to the prevention of cardiovascular risk factors -- by healthy diet, regular physical activity and avoidance of smoke and smoking -- is necessary for both men and women," they conclude ... 5, 2009) A simple measurement of resting pulse predicts coronary events in women independently of physical activity and common risk factors, such as smoking and alcohol consumption, finds a new. (Science Daily)
Guard battling sickness Nov 10, 2009
Doctors and migraine specialists have tried to evaluate Oliver's condition, and DeChellis said they believe Oliver's headaches occur during physical activity. "When he's reading, or on the computer or walking around campus there's not really a problem," DeChellis said. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Jeremy Morris, 99; proved exercise is heart-healthy Nov 9, 2009
Jerry was the guy who did the systematic research that invented the whole field of physical activity epidemiology ... Then, in the 1960s, Dr. Morris conducted an eight-year study of the overall physical activity of 18,000 men in sedentary civil service jobs. (Boston Globe)
Obesity: Link behind all types of cancers Nov 9, 2009
Obesity causes more than 100,000 types of cancers - Health - Health & Fitness - Life - The Times of India. Obesity causes more than 100,000 types of cancers. (India Times, India)
Eat Well Be Fit in Needham: Tips for kids on how to stay fit Nov 9, 2009
Being fit is a way of saying a person eats well, gets a lot of physical activity (exercise) and has a healthy weight. If you re fit, your body works well, feels good and can do all the things you want to do, like run around with your friends. (Needham Tab, MA)
Teenage obesity link to future MS Nov 9, 2009
The results were the same after accounting for smoking status and physical activity level. Body shape. (BBC News -- Health)
'You are not overweight!' Nov 9, 2009
Advises psychologist Seema Kapoor, Instead of telling your friend straight that she needs to lose weight, its best to offer joining a gym together or adopting a physical activity as hobby. She will happily oblige and it will help you both stay fit. (India Times, India)
