As little as five minutes a day of moderate-to-vigorous exercise may help lower blood pressure, a new study suggests. While ...

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After a heart attack, the body is hardwired to sleep in order to recover from injury. New research explores how this happens.

A new study of so-called weekend warriors found that 1 or 2 exercise sessions a week could reduce the risk of mild dementia.

People who have a hard time staying awake during the day or struggle to be enthusiastic about activities may be at risk for a ...

A new study suggests that the ability to balance on one leg may be a key indicator of well-being and healthy aging. Standing on one leg is a key indicator of well-being, revealing more about how ...

Middle-aged adults with higher cardiorespiratory fitness levels had lower dementia risk in a new study. Cardiorespiratory fitness, or exercise capacity, involves the body’s ability to supply ...

In a small new study, participants who walked at a steady pace burned fewer calories than those who made lots of stops and starts. Study participants used more oxygen and energy at the start of ...

Borderline personality disorder (BPD) can take a toll on many parts of people’s lives, including romance. All relationships come with their own challenges, but when BPD is involved, it can ...

Protein is protein, right? Well, not exactly. All protein gives us energy and helps build and repair muscle tissue and bones. But there are two different kinds of this essential macronutrient.

Abby McCoy is an experienced registered nurse who has worked with adults and pediatric patients encompassing trauma, orthopedics, home care, transplant, and case management. She is a married ...