Older adults who regularly exercise have a better quality of life, even if they have AD or suffer from depression. Increased ...

When exercising in gyms, women face barriers across various domains, including physical appearance and body image, gym attire ...

Fitness plays a vital role in improving public health, helping reduce the risk of chronic diseases, enhancing mental health, ...

The policies included mandating primary and secondary school students to have at least two hours of physical activity daily, ...

With updates to NICE guidance and plans for GPs to roll out a new weight-loss drug, the focus on obesity and weight ...

LONDON – Medical experts proposed a radical overhaul of how obesity is diagnosed, moving away from relying on body mass alone and adding broader measurements such as heart health. The ...

The new definition broadens the meaning of obesity to take into account a number of physical parameters such as height, weight, and waist circumference, as well as things such as muscle mass, and the ...

SINGAPORE: A recent infographic published by Seasia Stats shows that among countries in Southeast Asia, Singapore has the third highest percentage of overweight population. Topping the list is Brunei ...

Israel and Hamas agreed on the first draft of a ceasefire deal on Wednesday (January 15, 2025), signalling the biggest step yet toward an end to the conflict. Among other things, the 60-day ...

"A distinct definition of obesity for Indians is crucial for the early detection of related diseases and the development of targeted management strategies," he said. The updated standards provide a ...

For stage 1 obesity, focus on personalised nutrition plans, regular physical activity, and behaviour modifications. These steps often suffice to lower the risk of advancing to stage 2 obesity. For ...

Teenagers and their parents had better watch out. An unhealthy lifestyle in childhood has been linked to the onset of ...