behavior
How the unpredictable behavior of the millennial patient is driving health care
(BPT) – Those in the millennial generation both confuse and fascinate many. We know how they feel about Snapchat and flexible work hours, but how do they feel about health care and, specifically, their own health? A recent study conducted online by Harris Poll on behalf of Novant Health among over 2,000 U.S. adults aged […]
Thoughts drive dieting plans but feelings drive dieting behavior, study finds
A majority of American adults say they’ve tried dieting to lose weight at some point in their lives, and at any given time, about one-third of the adult population say they’re currently dieting. Yet 60 percent of American adults are clinically overweight or obese and more than 16 percent of deaths nationwide are related to […]
The Role of a Health Coach and Behavior Change Specialist
The demand for individuals with expertise in coaching skills and an understanding of how people change is on the rise. For many health and fitness professionals, this skill can enhance a current career, help transition into a new career, or add a new service to an existing business. While the fields of health […]
High-fat diet alters behavior and produces signs of brain inflammation
High-fat diets have long been known to increase the risk for medical problems, including heart disease and stroke, but there is growing concern that diets high in fat might also increase the risk for depression and other psychiatric disorders. A new study published in the current issue of Biological Psychiatry raises the possibility that a […]
Too much screen time? Unhealthy behavior may be cross-generational
Children whose parents spend a lot of time sitting in front of a computer or other screen are more likely than other children to have excessive screen-time habits, as well as associated risks for heart and blood vessel disease, according to a study presented at the American Heart Association’s Scientific Sessions 2014. “Screen time of […]
Research suggests high-fat diets during pregnancy could influence brain functioning, behavior of children
New research suggests that a high-fat maternal diet during pregnancy and while breastfeeding could have significant and lasting detrimental effects on the brain function and behavior of children. The study is one of few basic science studies conducted to measure the direct effect of a high-fat maternal diet on the cognitive functioning on offspring. Results […]
Physical fitness associated with less pronounced effect of sedentary behavior
Physical fitness may buffer some of the adverse health effects of too much sitting, according to a new study by researchers from the American Cancer Society, The Cooper Institute, and the University of Texas. The study appears in the journal Mayo Clinic Proceedings, and finds the association between prolonged sedentary time and obesity and blood […]
The Power Of The Trick: A Canine Workout
Dog trainer Laura Garber [1]helped TODAYs Natalie Morales train her adopted dog Zara[2], and now she’s offering a virtual training class for you and your canine companion. In this lesson, Garber gives tips on how to use tricks to provide a fitness routine for your dog. Tricks are way more than just an exercise in […]
Weight Loss Techniques That Work
Keep a food journal. Don’t skip meals, but do skip your afternoon lunch dates. Those recommendations come from research published Friday in the Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics[1]. Researchers from the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center[2] evaluated the impact of self-monitoring and diet-related behavior and patterns among overweight and obese post-menopausal women. […]