We’ve written about the harmful effects of obesity on our blog before, but we’ve never looked at the condition as a whole. Just like a sprained ankle can cause issues with your back and spine, obesity affects all parts of your body. Today, we take a look at the impact obesity has on your entire […]
$2 Billion Spent in Minnesota on Preventable Hospital Admissions
An analysis of hospital admissions uncovered that “potentially preventable” hospital admissions cost Minnesotans about $2 billion in 2012. The first analysis of the state’s 2012 hospital admissions and emergency department data reveals there were nearly 1.3 million emergency department visits that were deemed “potentially preventable.” Those numbers mean that about 2 in 3 visits were deemed […]
Fatherhood Could Increase Stress On Feet
Fatherhood is a truly rewarding experience, but not so much for your feet, according to a study out of Northwestern University. That’s because your feet will likely be shouldering more weight – and we’re not talking about holding your newborn. In a study of more than 10,000 men from adolescence into adulthood, researchers uncovered that […]
Calorie Counts Coming To A Restaurant Near You
If you eat at chain restaurants from time to time, you’ve probably noticed that calorie counts are popping up on an increasing amount of menus. That’s because the U.S. Food and Drug Administration set a national standard calling for some of the more popular restaurants to add the calorie counts to their menus. That trend will continue […]
Too Much Cushion Could Lead To Extra Pushin’
A new study found that maximalist shoes – running shoes designed with extra cushion to alleviate impact stress – could actually set you up for injury, contrary to manufacturer claims. We’ve talked about minimalist shoes on the blog before, but we’ve never really looked at the opposite side of the spectrum. Where minimalist shoes are designed […]
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