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Adopting daily exercise sessions and a calcium-rich diet could reduce the risk of a group of health risk factors called the metabolic syndrome, finds a new study of Illinois adults. Metabolic syndrome is a cluster of symptoms large abdominal girth, high blood pressure, high cholesterol levels and insulin insensitivity that together signal a significantly higher risk for heart disease and type 2 diabetes.

Stirling Products (ASX:STI) advises shareholders that it has received notice that its patent application for "Methods of decreasing fat deposits and body weight in mammals and birds" has been granted in New Zealand. Patent applications have been filed in a number of different countries; this represents the first successful approval. Highlights: - R-salbutamol application for treatment of overweight mammals and birds.

Raking leaves is a great workout, unless you end up with aches and pains. Many of us who are eager to rake our leaves may overdo it and end up with a backache or a repetitive-strain injury, such as carpal tunnel syndrome or tendonitis. And, wet leaves can put people at risk for falls, so it's a good idea to remove them. Before tackling your autumn leaves, there are some basic precautions to follow to help prevent injuries.

Beta-alanine (BA), a dietary supplement widely used by athletes and body builders, has been proven to increase the fitness levels of a group of elderly men and women. The research, published in BioMed Central's open access Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition, suggests that BA supplementation improves muscle endurance in the elderly. The research was carried out by Jeffrey Stout, PhD from the University of Oklahoma, USA, and a team of colleagues.

I was having lunch with a friend the other day and, when it came time to order, she gave me a guilty look and said, "I'd like to have a...

Increasing numbers of American adults are aware of the importance of nutrition and physical activity and are taking steps to eat a healthy diet and engage in exercise, according to the American Dietetic Association's nationwide consumer opinion survey, Nutrition and You: Trends 2008.

Reuters - Organized exercise designed to increase strength, flexibility, mobility and coordination may improve overall physical function among nursing home patients with Alzheimer's disease, researchers report.

It's hard to believe Thanksgiving is almost here, but it is and I know this because of all the last minute calls I've gotten from clients wanting one more...