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When people hear the word “fat”, they’re usually conditioned to think “no”. The simple truth, however, is that certain types of fats can actually make you skinnier and overall healthier. I know, it sounds counter to what most of us are accustomed to, but the data doesn’t lie. Your body relies on carbohydrates, protein, AND fats. At least the right types of fat. Check out these 5 healthy fats that will actually help you lose weight and lead a healthier lifestyle. 1. Whole Eggs Long standing tradition assumes that egg whites are the way to go here, mainly because the egg yolks are high in cholesterol and fat. This is true of course, but the notion that this is bad for you is a myth. For example, a study conducted and published in the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry found that regular egg consumption resulted in a reduced risk of cardiovascular disease and cancer. It was noted that the primary factor was the eggs antioxidant properties, which contains abnormall...

FAIRFAX, Virginia – (January 22, 2018) – February is American Heart Month, making it a great time to pause and consider what we are doing for our hearts. After all, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, around 610,000 people die every year in the U.S. because of heart disease. That’s one out of every fourth deaths. Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the country. Add to that the fact that Americans suffer around 735,000 heart attacks each year, and it’s clear to see that we as a nation need to cut the excuses and start giving our hearts a little more love and attention. “Most people know what it takes for a healthy heart, but they are often filled with excuses of why they don’t take steps to make it happen,” explains Coach Sarah Walls, personal trainer and owner of SAPT Strength & Performance Training, Inc., who is also the strength and conditioning coach for the WNBA’s Washington Mystics. “Taking care of our heart health should be a top priorit...

An analysis of published studies indicates that following the Mediterranean diet may reduce the risk of frailty in older individuals. The findings, which are published in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society , suggest that a diet emphasizing primarily plant-based foods—such as fruits and vegetables, whole grains, legumes, and nuts—may help keep people healthy and independent as they age. Frailty is common among older people and its prevalence is increasing as the population ages. Frail older adults may often feel low in energy and have weight loss and weak muscle strength. They are more likely to suffer from numerous health concerns, including falls, fractures, hospitalization, nursing home placement, disability, dementia, and premature death. Frailty is also associated with a lower quality of life. Nutrition is thought to play a crucial role in developing frailty, a team led by Kate Walters, PhD and Gotaro Kojima, MD, of University College London, in the UK, looked to...

Standardized testing has drawn its share of criticism from teachers, students and parents. One of the most common complaints is the stress that all three groups feel – from preparation through performance. From a young age, students take these timed tests that measure academic competency and, ultimately, whether they’re college material. Countless articles on standardized testing in the U.S. point out the pressure on students to score well; that teachers are often evaluated by how their students fare on the tests; and that parents get anxiety hoping their children score high. Amid all this stress comes the basic but difficult-to-answer question: How to deal with it? “There is a tremendous amount of controversy about standardized testing, and no matter which side of the argument you are on, teachers have no choice,” says Dr. Raj Gupta, founder of Soul Focus Wellness Center and author of Wellness Center Solution: How Physicians Can Transform Their Practices, Their Income and Their...

Adults only come to comprehend the necessity of physical activity with age. Physical activity such as sports keeps the human body functioning optimally and healthy. However, recent studies further indicate that sports like playing baseball prevent cognitive decline in later life. Similarly, a sport has a great impact on a child’s physical development and health as well as psychological health. In addition, it helps in improving the social skills of children in the process. Sports provide every child with an ideal outlet to remain active while learning valuable life skills and having fun. The importance of games and sports should never be neglected, particularly in regard to educating teenagers and children. Sports and Child Development Most educators and parents fail to realize that there are several ways by which sports can help in the social, mental and physical growth of children; the main ones include the following: Physical Health For good physical development of a ch...