In the search for performance improvements in exercise, researchers are now casting their eye over the growing benefits of dark chocolate. The known health benefits of this tasty treat may even translate into improved athletic performance as well. There has been much scientific (and public) interest in the potential health benefits of dark chocolate. Dark chocolate […]
Can’t find time to exercise? The solution is in front of you
Being more active is a goal of most people. Despite best intentions though, a busy life can make it seem just all too hard to find time to exercise on top of all the other demands of life. Now new research has given some clear pointers to just where people ‘find the time’ to fit […]
Being active improves cancer survival odds
Evidence continues to grow that physical activity after a cancer diagnosis is linked to a better cancer survival outlook. Being physically active is now recognised as a potent ‘cancer-preventing’ habit. Some estimates link regular physical activity to as much as a 20 to 40% lower risk of colon and post-menopausal breast cancer and a potential […]
Exercise changes our desire for unhealthy foods
Physical activity is promoted for its benefit on fitness and helping burn up excess kilojoules. Now scientists are beginning to unravel secondary benefits it could have by dampening activation of brain regions that drive our desire for less-healthy high-kilojoule foods. Physical activity has many health benefits and is a cornerstone of lifestyle advice to help […]
Antioxidant supplements not a good training aid
Exercise has many health benefits, and one of the ways it achieves this is by the oxidative stress it places on the body. Now new research has found that athletes who take high doses of antioxidant supplements can impair the training adaptations from the beneficial stress which exercise causes. For active people, regular training is […]