At every age we are encouraged to be active. As we get older, walking is a common physical activity that most can continue. We are told that activity is a major factor in lowering the risk for heart disease. Since over 42 million adults in the US, over the age of 60, have heart disease, … Read More
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The typical American adult spends 3 to 5 hours a day watching TV. Each hour of TV averages about 12 minutes of commercials. Researchers had men step in place at a moderate pace during the commercials. The men burned 150 calories, more than double the amount of calories they would have used sitting and watching TV. … Read More
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Simply walking 10,000 steps a day can reduce your risk for diabetes. An Australian study of close to 600 middle-aged adults, who walked 10,000 steps a day had lower body weights, smaller waists, and better insulin sensitivity. Walking daily can both lower your risk for diabetes and help manage the condition once diagnosed. Coffee, your … Read More
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