Health and Fitness

An estimated 2.2 million new cases of type 2 diabetes and 1.2 million new cases of cardiovascular disease (CVD) each year around the world were attributed to sugar-sweetened beverages. (Nature Medicine) With dropping temperatures in many parts of the country, the general public is reminded of the accompanying risk of heart attacks and sudden death. …

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Makers of medical devices that quickly measure oxygen levels in the blood would have to gather extra data to show that their products work for patients of color, under a new federal proposal released Monday. The FDA’s recommendations apply to pulse oximeters, which are clip-on devices used in hospitals and medical clinics to ensure patients …

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Note that some links may require registration or subscription. Vice President Kamala Harris announced a final rule from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau removing medical debt from consumer credit reports. The father of one of the children who had a mysterious bone fracture as a newborn at the Henrico Doctors’ Hospital neonatal intensive care unit …

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WHETHER YOU RESOLVE to be more active in 2025 or you’ve just set your annual fitness goals, one thing is for sure: January is the perfect time to treat yourself to new running or training shoes. Better yet, one of our go-to brands for all things fitness footwear fitness, Brooks, is offering major discounts to …

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SOME OF THE most powerful, effective kettlebell exercises rely on a few basic movements. Follow our practice recommendations to familiarize yourself with these building blocks, and they’ll become second nature in no time. Once you’ve mastered these, you’ll be able to tackle the more complex stuff—and supersize your gains. Men’s Health No Gym Required: Kettlebells …

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A WARDROBE REHAUL can be the reset you need to feel confident and stylish this year. For those who don’t know where to start, we recommend checking out Huckberry’s sale section, which is loaded with savings up to 50% off on crewneck sweaters, flannel shirts, work pants, and more. After digging further through the men’s …

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Credit: Mikhail Nilov from Pexels Exercise training while wearing a weighted vest is undergoing somewhat of a renaissance. Social media posts and trainers are promoting them as a potential strategy for improving fitness and health. Exercising with additional weight attached to the body is nothing new. This idea has been used by soldiers for many …

Should I get a weighted vest to boost my fitness? And how heavy should it be? Read More »

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