What do swimming, ten-pin bowling and horse riding have in common? They’re all healthy activities that the whole family can enjoy. With modern life becoming increasingly chaotic, finding time for ...

Fewer than one in four preschoolers (aged 2–4) meet the recommended 180 minutes of daily physical activity. Only about 2.4% achieve 60 minutes of m ...

Eating a balanced diet can lower your cancer risk and improve your overall health. Replace refined grains, added sugars, and highly processed foods with whole grains, beans, vegetables, and fruits.

Why is Physical activity important? Regular physical activity is important for good health, and it’s especially important if you’re trying to lose weight or to maintain a healthy weight. When losing ...

Share on Pinterest New research shows how physical activity and good sleep work together to promote health. Justin Paget/Getty Images Study shows physical activity and quality sleep have synergistic ...

Why Is Physical Activity Important? Physical activity is an important component of a healthy lifestyle and can improve health outcomes across the lifespan. When we are healthy, we’re more capable of ...

Healthy People Healthy Trails Month experiences are typically free and easily accessed such as this trail hike on the Gaviota Coast. Credit: Courtesy photo April 2023 has been designated the inaugural ...

Children have a seemingly endless supply of energy. Channeling that energy into something positive can benefit kids’ minds and bodies. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends various amounts of ...

Dr. Julia Rosenberg is an assistant professor of pediatrics and a Public Voices fellow at Yale University. It was a quiet Saturday morning, and as a pediatrician who had a busy week, that meant it was ...

A comprehensive study of nearly 70,000 middle-aged and older Chinese adults reveals that moderate physical activity provides the greatest benefits for healthy aging, with high activity showing added ...

As Florida's population ages, the focus turns to preventive health strategies, to add quality to later years. Experts ...