A new study suggests that a compound found in the Mediterranean diet renders cancer cells helpless in their ability to avoid death. This abundant compound re-educates cancer cells into normal cells, which allows them to die on a regular cycle. Researchers at Ohio State University found that the compound apigenin, which is found in certain plant-based foods, could stop breast cancer cells from preventing their own death. Celery, parsley and chamomile tea have been found to be the most common sources of apigenin however the prized compound is found in a number of fruits and vegetables. While most pharmaceutical drugs only target a ...
Fueling your daily workouts may not be the only reason to have your morning brew. According to two new studies coffee lowers your risk of strokes and contributes to a longer life. One study of more than 80,000 Japanese adults found that those who had a minimum of a cup of coffee a day had a 20 percent lower risk of stroke compared to individuals that did not drink coffee at all. In a second study of Greeks living on the island of Ikaria, researchers found that those who were coffee drinkers had better functioning blood vessels than those who did not ...
One of the most effective ways to recover from a workout is to get a massage. A massage immediately after training – rather than waiting a few days later can help with post workout recovery according to several new studies. One study published in Science Translational Medicine found that just a 10-minute Swedish-style massage was effective in reducing inflammation and speeding up the recovery process after a grueling workout. “What massage seems to do is…it reduces the inflammatory response as a function of the damage you incurred while you’re exercising,” says, Simon Melov, a molecular biologist at the Buck Institute for ...
It doesn’t matter if you live in a cramped studio apartment or have an extra room in your house begging for a makeover, you can probably fit in an effective home gym. Exercising at home is a great alternative for people who don’t have time to make it to gym everyday or choose not to spend disposable income on a health club membership. Plus, research suggests that people are more likely to stick with their exercise program if they don’t have the typical excuses such as travel time to dissuade them from working out. Here are a few tips to help ...
Are you getting tired of doing the same workout every day? If you answered yes to this question then I can almost guarantee 2 things are going on: You’ve plateaued and are finding it more challenging to getting closer to your fitness goals Your motivation to workout is really low and you constantly struggle to [...]
Let’s face it, not all bodies are created equal. Some guys just look at a barbell and they seem to put on muscle. Others have to watch everything they put in their mouths or they will not only put on muscle but a substantial amount of fat, leaving them with a bulky smooth look. Then [...]
Avoiding these mistakes could be the difference between success or failure in the gym. If you’ve been working out for some time now and have not seen the type of gains you were promised in the latest issue of your favorite fitness magazine chances are you might be making crucial mistakes that are hindering your [...]
Are you looking for ways to put the finishing touches on your legs by summer? Having smooth skin and well-toned glutes and legs are not just available to professional athletes and movie starlets. You may be able to achieve the same results by using a method of training that has been around for some time, [...]
Here we go again; first there were toning shoes, now the athletic apparel company Fila is promoting a line of clothing that claim to tone, support and sculpt your appearance all while working out. To evaluate these claims research was done by scientists at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse and sponsored by the American Council [...]
A busy career, family and social life leaves little time to indulge the aches and pains of daily life. But ignoring symptoms could lead to health issues in the future. If you feel tired, sad, have a low sex drive and pop ibuprofen for frequent headaches, it may be time to makeover your health regime. [...]
Herbed Garlic Salmon Packets with Fresh Vegetables – The beauty of this fresh, colorful and healthy meal is that your protein and vegetables are cooked all together in one moisture flavor infused packet. It’s like a gift for your family or friends. Great for special occasions-simple and impressive! Ingredient List 3/4 cup fresh cilantro 6 [...]
If you’re training day in and day out you need to be aware of the foods that can help your efforts in the gym. The benefits of proper nutrition are beneficial to everyone regardless of level of fitness. Your overall fitness goals are inextricably tied to the quality of foods you take in. Training alone [...]
If you thought drinking diet soda to reduce calories was a good idea, think again. According to the American Academy of Neurology, a new study has shown links between diet soda consumption and depression. The research focuses on the role of artificial sweeteners, which were found to increase the risk of mental health issues such [...]
One of the most effective ways to recover from a workout is to get a massage. A massage immediately after training – rather than waiting a few days later can help with post workout recovery according to several new studies. One study published in Science Translational Medicine found that just a 10-minute Swedish-style massage was [...]
It’s hard to be a fitness buff AND a germaphobe. But the fact is gyms are awash in all sorts of bacteria and fungus that could lead to illness…and missed days at the gym. However, we at eFit360 want our readers educated so (gulp) here you go. Human Papillomavirus is a virus that you probably [...]
Did you know there is more to getting fit than just well-toned muscles? According to Louise Chang, MD contributor at webmd.com, centuries ago, Western culture lost its focus on the interconnectedness between the body and the mind or spirit, and how each has the power to affect the other. Cultivating a love of movement can [...]
It doesn’t matter if you live in a cramped studio apartment or have an extra room in your house begging for a makeover, you can probably fit in an effective home gym. Exercising at home is a great alternative for people who don’t have time to make it to gym everyday or choose not to [...]
To get a good workout from your Spinning® class proper instruction and bike setup are essential. “The Spinning program is one of the best cardio workouts you can do. It gets the heart going and the blood pumping,” says Spinning International Master Instructor Josh Taylor. As a former professional cyclist Taylor should know. He has [...]
If you like treadmills for cardiovascular training, here are a few facts from Runnersworld.com to help you understand the benefits and down sides to this favorite indoor running machine. Those “calories burned” numbers are not all that accurate. Treadmills only estimate total calories burned during our time on the machine rather than the net number—i.e., [...]
The Wolverine Guide to Fitness – When gearing up for the highly testosterone driven character of Wolverine, Hugh Jackman usually takes 12 weeks to prepare for the role. It involves a grueling 6-week bulking phase before moving to a defining 6-week cutting program. “I do no more than an hour but the training is pretty [...]
Earlier this year rapper and actor Curtis Jackson better known as 50 Cent released his fitness book, “Formula 50,” co-written with Jeff O’Connell former writer at Men’s Health and currently the Editor-in-Chief at Bodybuilding.com. In his new book 50 Cent reveals his secrets to maintaining his muscular physique. “For me, it’s being able to offer [...]
The gorgeous and “adorkable” Zooey Deschanel graces the February 2013 cover of Glamour and shares her thoughts about the myths of dieting in Hollywood. “Women I admired growing up—Debra Winger, Diane Keaton, Meryl Streep—were all beautiful and thin, but not too thin. There are a lot of actresses who are unhealthy-skinny—much, much too skinny,” she [...]
A new study suggests that a compound found in the Mediterranean diet renders cancer cells helpless in their ability to avoid death. This abundant compound re-educates cancer cells into normal cells, which allows them to die on a regular cycle. Researchers at Ohio State University found that the compound apigenin, which is found in certain [...]
Fueling your daily workouts may not be the only reason to have your morning brew. According to two new studies coffee lowers your risk of strokes and contributes to a longer life. One study of more than 80,000 Japanese adults found that those who had a minimum of a cup of coffee a day had [...]
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