So, what exactly is the hype around zone 2 cardio that’s popping up on all our social feeds? Let's break it down into simpler terms. When we talk about "zones," we're referring to distinct levels of exertion during exercise, which are frequently classified according to heart … [Read more...] about Is “zone 2 cardio” the new HIIT? A beginners’ guide to this upcoming exercise craze
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Cut the lights! The case for sleeping in total darkness
New research from scientists at Northwestern Medicine presents a persuasive argument for people to get rid of nightlights and break the common habit of being lulled to sleep by a television program. Why should we sleep in the dark? According to a press release about the study, … [Read more...] about Cut the lights! The case for sleeping in total darkness
Do long weekend walks make up for daily ones? Here’s what the experts say
It’s no secret that regular exercise is good for our health—physical, mental, and emotional. However, during the week our schedules can get pretty hectic, which leaves us hunched over our desks, visualizing all the work that’s piling up in our minds, all the while talking … [Read more...] about Do long weekend walks make up for daily ones? Here’s what the experts say
Menstrual cycle changes before menopause indicate heart disease risk
Everything in our bodies is interconnected, and researchers from the University of Pittsburgh recently discovered a link between two unlikely body systems: the heart and menstruation. According to their research, menstruators whose menstrual cycles increased in length two … [Read more...] about Menstrual cycle changes before menopause indicate heart disease risk
Lab-grown mini hearts could help scientists treat cardiovascular diseases
One of the biggest challenges facing research around how the human heart develops is access to a developing heart. That may no longer be a problem thanks to a team of scientists who have created the first-ever functional miniature human heart in the lab. Grown from stem cells, … [Read more...] about Lab-grown mini hearts could help scientists treat cardiovascular diseases