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Just 30 Minutes Less Time Sitting Cuts Blood Pressure

Seniors wound up with lower blood pressure after they were coached to get up and move more often, a new study says. Health coaching successfully reduced sitting time for a group of older adults by just over 30 minutes a day, according to a report published March 27 in the… Read Full Article (External Site) […]

Published on March 28, 2024

Iodine Deficiency: The Connection to Deadly Disease

Aside from its role in regulating the thyroid, not having enough iodine can lead to various serious health issues, including cancer and hormonal imbalances. An iodine deficiency occurs when the thyroid gland does not get enough of the mineral iodine, found in salt,… Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, Ph.D., […]

Published on March 27, 2024

The serious side of kid and canine play

With two-thirds of children in the U.S. failing to meet national physical activity guidelines, kinesiologistshave been looking at the impact of the family dog on the exercise habits of kids. Could having a canine best friend get kids on their feet and help bring them more in line with the minimum recommendation of 60 minutes […]

Published on March 27, 2024