Being surrounded by high-status people can help people stay slim, but only if youre a woman, new research suggests. The study reveals new nuances in the relationship between a persons weight and the socioeconomic status of people close to them, and suggests that gender plays an important role in tha

How do people think about sleep, what are sleep priorities, and how do they prepare for sleep. This was researched by Philips among 6,461 adults from five countries (United States, the Netherlands, Germany, France and Japan) on the occasion of World Sleep Day. It also examined how sleep affects ever

New research has highlighted the potential gender gap in stress, with women reporting higher levels of stress from life events, such as the death of a loved one, illness and the loss of their smartphone. The study asked more than 2,000 people to rate how stressful they found major life events — and

The kidneys are only small, but they have a necessary function. Many people suffer from kidney disease, and most have no idea that their kidneys are starting to fail. Thats because kidney damage is often overlooked as a side effect of other medical conditions. Risk factors such as diabetes, high blo

The 10th edition of the National Health Fair will take place in the Jaarbeurs Utrecht from 2 to 5 February 2017. Here you can visit 327 exhibitors and there are 123 presentations, lectures, workshops, tastings, cooking demonstrations, yoga sessions, treatments and health tests about a healthy lifest

Running is a very popular sport today. You only have to look outside and you see many people running by every day, rain or shine. And why not, running is a great way to get in shape or lose weight, and it has many health benefits. In addition, it is a cheap and easy way to exercise; you need little,

Many people say that horseback riding is not a sport. They think all you do is sit and the horse does all the work. They think that you should not exert any physical effort and anyone can ride a horse. These people either never rode or only rode a pony when they were little. Horseback riding is inde

A new study points to an unexpected challenge for those who intend to lose weight:The people around you can consciously or unconsciously sabotage your efforts. The study also uncovered strategies people use to deal with problems when theyre trying to lose weight and keep it off. For this study, 40 i

Even though its already February, many of us are still struggling to shed the unwanted pounds gained during the holiday season. Here we have listed a few tips that can help you get going again, and hopefully, get back to your goal weight. 1. Drink water. People often think theyre hungry, but actual

You should also protect yourself from the sun during winter sports. The pale winter skin is exposed to a high dose of UV radiation on the ski slope. Because of the cold, it is often noticed too late that the skin is burning and we are less likely to apply it. Burns increase the risk of skin cancer.

Studies have suggested that married people are healthier than people who are single, divorced or widowed. A new study from Carnegie Mellon University provides the first biological evidence by explaining how marriage affects health. The researchers found that married people had lower levels of the st

Its already known that the gym is an excellent place to flirt, but now there is also one that has a class set up just for that. Fitness guru and self-certified Cupid Sapan Sehgal, has put together a tailor-made fitness class especially for those seeking a little more than a gym buddy. Launched on Va

People who live in fear usually try to hide what is happening to them. They do not want others to see their weakness and fear that they will not be understood. So it can be difficult to tell when someone is suffering from anxiety. Here are seven subtle signs of fear that can help you help them. 1.

Eating healthier meals and cutting out junk food is the first step many people take when trying to lose weight. But if you dont reduce portion sizes that well, youre doing it all for nothing. It can be difficult to get used to eating less, so we have tips from a team of dieticians and psychologists

If you have poor eyesight and wear glasses or contact lenses, you may have thought about getting your eyes lasered. This technique has become increasingly popular in recent years as a way to correct vision. But what exactly does laser eye surgery entail and what is involved? We list it here! What

For the first time, eating early in the day has been reported in humans to reduce diurnal fluctuations in hunger and alter the 24-hour pattern of fat oxidation and energy metabolism, which may aid weight loss. Researchers at the University of Alabama at Birmingham have been trying to find out whethe

January is in full swing, and many people have started dieting and exercising again. But now the craving for sugar is starting to arise. However, succumbing to the sweet stuff is the worst thing you can do. Sugar is the driving factor for the rise in global obesity, and it can also wreak havoc on yo

Today is Blue Monday, said to be the most depressing day of the year. With the New Year in full swing with all the New Years resolutions, and the colder weather, its no wonder many are feeling a little down. Try these 7 handy tips to beat this Blue Monday and lighten your mood! 1. Change your persp

Do you want to get the most out of your training? Then turn off your mobile phone! Because two recent studies have shown that talking or texting on a mobile phone during exercise will lower the intensity of a workout and also affect balance. The latest of these studies, the impact of different cell

Good news for pasta lovers! New American research has analyzed the diets of people who eat pasta, and concluded that pasta consumption in adults is associated with an overall better diet quality compared to adults who do not eat pasta. Also, pasta eaters have greater adherence to dietary regulations