The growing realization that exercise doesn’t guarantee weight loss can dampen the motivation to be active. According to recent studies, exercise might not be as beneficial as we once thought for cognitive health, either. But read on — the news isn’t all bad.
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Here’s the tea: What you need to know about green tea and its health benefits
Green tea has an impressive reputation as a fat-burning, cancer-fighting beverage. But while it’s healthier than over beverages you might drink, it isn’t a miracle...

Here’s why your eating habits can affect your mood
Research shows that what you eat (and whether you’re eating regularly) can affect your mood. For instance, when your blood sugar drops because you’ve gone...

Breaking down the relationship between dark chocolate and heart health
Dark chocolate has a reputation as a heart-healthy treat. Studies have found there could be some benefit to consuming chocolate for the cardiovascular system. Still,...

New book ‘Unapologetic Eating’ examines the urge to apologize for food choices
Alissa Rumsey’s “Unapologetic Eating” examines the tendency to make apologies for our dietary choices. We talked to the author about the new book and the...

Working from home takes a physical toll — and companies see opportunity
Those improvised, less-than-ideal home workstations, combined with sedentary work habits, are bringing aches and pains as the pandemic has dragged on.