Health Care

  Sitting Too Long People sit for long periods daily, whether in the office, at home, or in the car.   However, sitting for too long can increase the risk of serious health problems like heart disease and type 2 diabetes  due to damage to the arteries . In 1953, epidemiologist Jeremy Morris discovered that London bus drivers were twice as likely to develop heart disease as bus conductors. Demographically (in terms of age, gender, and income) the two groups were similar, so why was there such a significant difference? Morris's answer was that bus conductors were required to stand and regularly climb the steps of London's famous double-decker buses as they sold tickets to passengers while drivers sat for long periods. His landmark study laid the foundation for research on the links between physical activity and health. Although conductors on London buses are now a thing of the past, Morris' findings are more important than ever. Since the Covid-19 pandemic, there ...

  According to a recent study, stair climbing on a daily basis may reduce the risk of heart disease and all causes of mortality. Climbing stairs is associated with better heart health and a lower risk of all-cause death, according to recent studies. For general health, experts advise stair climbing on a daily basis, aiming for three to six flights of stairs. When you can, use the stairs to add additional stair climbing to your workout and wellness regimen. Exercise  is well known to provide several health benefits, including lowered blood pressure , increased mood, and better heart health. Taking the stairs is only one of many ways you can maintain a daily active lifestyle. The authors of a recent study found that climbing stairs is linked to longer life and better heart health. "Observing people at work take the elevator instead of the stairs—even medical students ten years younger than me—was one of the main driving forces behind this study," author says. "...

  Superfood is a term that you have undoubtedly heard more times than you can remember. But what does it really mean? In its simplest form, a "superfood" is a nutrient-dense food. A superfood is typically considered to be "super" when it has a high percentage of one or more nutrients, such as potassium or Vitamin  A.   Dietary adjustments, like as having the appropriate superfoods in your meals, might be crucial for treating a chronic illness like type 2 diabetes . Superfoods for diabetes may help you control your blood sugar  and promote heart health. What you need know about superfoods for diabetes and how to incorporate them into your diet is provided here.   Superfoods for Type 2 Diabetes Type 2 diabetes is a long-term medical illness characterized by insufficient or improper insulin production or usage in the metabolism of glucose, a sugar that the body needs to function. According to research, dietary and exercise  behaviors, in add...