The main cause of high blood cholesterol and LDL levels is a diet high in saturated fats and cholesterol. But recent research indicates that to really control the problem, you've got to excercise as well as eat a low-fat, low-cholesterol diet. Doing just one isn't nearly as effective. Reduce total fat intake to no more…
More vigorous forms of physical activity (aerobic exercise) help inprove the efficiency of your heart, lungs and blood vessels. Traditional aerobic exercise includes brisk walking, jogging, swimming and biking. Consider these factors when adding aerobic activity: -Frequency. Try to perform some type of aerobic five times a…
Exercise can reduce tension. Stress can produce chemicals in your body that can make you feel tense. Exercise helps reduce chemicals related to stress and can reduce muscle tension. A healthy body is also better able to handle stress. A few tips for reducing stress: Exercise everyday. Keep regular sleeping hours. Eat…
The obesity rate in the United States has been dramatically increasing, with some health experts even calling it an epidemic. Being physically active and staying within your recommended weight range is one of the most important things you can do for your overall health and well-being. Maintaining a healthy body weight not…
Do you feel like a couch potato? Were you once active and want to get started again? Do you know what an impact just a few minutes a day can have on your health? Adding 15 minutes of moderate excerse, (walking briskly for about one mile) to your daily schedule will use up 100 extra calories per day. Maintaining this…
