Researchers explored how eating less could extend lifespan and discovered that those who experienced the least weight loss while eating less had the greatest longevity benefits.
The study revealed that maintaining good physical fitness from childhood to adolescence is associated with reduced stress and depression during the teenage years.
The survey revealed that a striking 25% of U.S. adults suspect they may have undiagnosed ADHD. Even more concerning is that only 13% of respondents have taken the crucial step of discussing their symptoms with a healthcare professional.
The study found that Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction could be as effective as the antidepressant escitalopram in alleviating symptoms of several anxiety disorders.
The study found that each additional hour of screen time correlated with a 10% increase in depressive symptoms, a 7% increase in conduct symptoms, and a 6% increase in somatic symptoms.
With over two decades under her belt, Wellness Coach Karen Corona is not just a practitioner but a testament to the transformative power of expressive arts.
Researchers have developed smart earrings that could continuously monitor a person's earlobe temperature. The innovation known as Thermal Earring could also be potentially used to track signs of ovulation, stress, eating, and exercise.
The study found that Levonorgestrel-Releasing Intrauterine Systems (LNG-IUS) was linked to 14 extra cases of breast cancer per 10,000 women compared to those not using contraceptive medication.
It’s reported that up to 70% of the population have sensitive skin. More alarming, allergies and skin sensitivities are known to affect millions of patients taking prescriptions every year.
Social media is a powerful platform that can be a catalyst for global change. Hashtags on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook have the potential to reach millions of people, especially when shared by someone with a large following.
Before the days of the Internet, celebrities were brave enough to share their own personal health struggles publicly through the press. Since Instagram launched in 2010, influential people now have a platform to share their distinct personalities with millions of followers and raise awareness for causes that they’re passionate about.
If you don’t already, follow these six stars and social media activists on Instagram to learn more about the health issues they're publicizing.
Nick Jonas has been candid about his health since being diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes in 2006. The 23-year-old singer has almost nine million followers on Instagram to influence.
Yolanda Hadid recently penned a memoir about her struggle with Chronic Lyme Disease, an illness that’s almost impossible to treat. In 2012, the “Real Housewives of Beverly Hills” star revealed that two of her three children — models Bella and Anwar Hadid — also suffer from the lifelong ailment.
"Watching my babies struggle in silence to support me in my journey struck the deepest core of hopelessness inside of me," Foster said, according to People.
Cara Delevingne has a whopping 34 million Instagram followers. The UK-based supermodel, actress and overall influencer has previously spoken out about personal struggles with stress and psoriasis, but she wants to make a bigger change.
Delevingne recently fronted an eye-catching campaign to raise awareness of gynecological cancer and funding research for the aggressive disease.
Actor Jared Padalecki spoke openly about the importance of mental health and his personal struggles with depression before he ever joined Instagram and gained 2 million followers. Since taking to social media, he has been actively supporting the non-profit movement To Write Love On Her Arms. TWLOHA is dedicated to presenting hope and finding help for people struggling with depression, addiction, self-injury, and suicide.
Another public advoacte for mental health is Demi Lovato. The singer, songwriter and actress has previously opened up about her personal struggle with bipolar disorder and frequently shares stories with her impressive Instagram following of 46 million people.
Iconic signer Toni Braxton hasn't been shy about her personal battle with Lupus — but you wouldn't know it by looking at her Instagram account. She instead takes the opportunity to raise awareness of austism struggles with her followers.
