Do you fidget or can’t keep your leg still? Those little motions are actually good for you! Yes, these types of unconscious movements you perform throughout the day are can be positive for your health! These movements contribute to your daily Non-Exercise Activity Thermogenesis, or N.E.A.T., a term coined by Dr. James Levine of the […]
Anyone who has seen a loved one develop dementia knows how scary and debilitating it can be. The Mayo Clinic defines dementia as a group of symptoms affecting memory, thinking and social abilities severely enough to interfere with daily functioning. In other words, dementia is not an individual condition, however Alzheimer’s disease is widely known […]
The human body burns calories no matter what you’re doing—whether you’re running a marathon or sleeping in bed. Our bodies use up energy to perform essential processes that are necessary for everyday living, such as respiration and blood flow, which is why we burn calories even when we don’t move at all. The number of […]
With the steady rise of digital technology, sitting has become the most common posture in the workplace. Most desk workers spend an average of 10 hours a day sitting in front of a computer, which leaves very little opportunity for physical activity throughout the day. And unfortunately, as we’ve all been made aware, sitting can […]
The holiday season is all about spreading goodwill, spending time with family and friends, and gorging on sumptuous food and free-flowing booze. Needless to say, it is definitely the most wonderful time of the year—but probably not for your waistline. While there are plenty of ways to avoid overindulging this season, it would be unrealistic […]