Newswise — A new study led by researchers from the University of Sydney has found young women’s engagement with social media plays a major role in shaping how they think – and act – in relation to their health.
The research, published in the peer reviewed journal Health Marketing Quarterlystudied 30 women aged between 18 and 35 during the 2021 COVID-19 lockdowns to understand the factors influencing them to adopt diets and exercise messages on social media platforms Facebook, Instagram and TikTok.
Lead author of the study, PhD candidate Clare Davies from the Discipline of Media and Communications, said the…
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Ringo Starr Reveals His Secrets For A Healthy Life
with Ringo Starr heading back out on the road and turning 83 in a matter of weeks, rockers half his age can learn a thing or two about keeping in shape.
Ringo, who’s been sober for the past 34 years, spoke with The San Diego Union-Tribune, and explained his ongoing regimen: “I watch what I eat. I’ve been vegetarian for the last 25 years. I was ‘veggie’ before, then I got off it and back on, and I’ve been vegetarian since 1992. I think it’s important and I’m always promoting proper eating.”
Ringo, who was one of rock’s most famous,…
17 Healthy Foods Registered Dietitians Swear By
Wondering what a nutritionist buys at the grocery store? We were curious too.
So we asked two registered dietitians — Maya Feller and Dr. Kellyann Petrucci — to share the healthy staples that are always on their grocery list.
1. Eggs
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“If I could eat one food every day for the rest of my life, it would be eggs. Hard-boiled, fried, scrambled, poached, rolled into an omelette, or baked in a frittata, the eggs just can’t be beat,” says Dr. Kellyann. “I love these little nutrition bombs because they’re one of the world’s best and least-expensive sources of…
YouGov poll finds people are too tired to exercise or eat healthily
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Feel too tired to work out? No motivation to eat your greens? You’re not alone. Low motivation and fatigue are the primary factors keeping people from adopting a healthy lifestyle, a British survey suggests.
The poll of 2,086 adults was conducted online by YouGov on behalf of the World Cancer Research Fund and published Wednesday. It asked people what prevented them from making healthy changes to their diet and being more physically active.
For 38 percent of people, the answer was absence of motivation, while 35 percent reported feeling “too tired.” Many more women — 40…
Stress reduction and finding balance
Rest is essential for a balanced and healthy life as it allows the body and mind to recover, regenerate and function optimally.
Taking deliberate decisions and forming healthy routines that advance both mental and physical wellbeing is necessary for leading a restful life. Finding the ideal balance may take some dedication and effort. However, it is possible to live a more relaxed and satisfying life.
Discover practical methods for living a restful life. There are many suggestions and methods to assist you in reducing stress and enhancing your general wellbeing, from setting up a sleeping-friendly setting to building a mindful…