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Regular exercise is associated with better mental health in adults

A study found that adults who regularly played organized sports as children had fewer symptoms of anxiety and depression than those who never played sports or dropped out.

Published: 27 June 2024, 10:57

One-third of adults do not exercise enough

Nearly a third of all adults do not get enough physical activity, posing a growing threat to health worldwide, according to a major study published on Wednesday.

Published: 26 June 2024, 12:23

Study shows differences in drinking styles across European countries

A new study covering the periods from 2000 to 2019 has found that drinking patterns in Europe are stable and depend on the type of drink, and are also partly determined by geography.

Published: 25 June 2024, 10:27

Long-term effects of strength training at different intensities for older adults

One year of intense strength training may have long-term benefits for muscle strength and function in older adults, while lower intensity programs do not produce the same results.

Published: 24 June 2024, 17:05

Walking can help people with lower back pain

Adults with chronic low back pain who walked regularly were less likely to experience recurrent pain than those who did not walk regularly.

Published: 24 June 2024, 12:34

How attractive looks contribute to more risky behaviors among young people

A new study challenges the idea that good looks are the key to happiness. It finds that attractiveness leads to more risky behavior among young people.

Published: 21 June 2024, 10:53

Physical activity in nature is more beneficial than other types of exercise

Regular physical activity provides numerous health benefits, such as preventing chronic diseases, improving immune function, enhancing mental health, and increasing life expectancy.

Published: 18 June 2024, 17:40

Men are more likely to consume meat compared to women, especially in developed countries

Men in North America and Europe consume more meat than women, but the reasons for this difference are unknown. Understanding gender differences in meat consumption may help us better understand cultural attitudes.

Published: 18 June 2024, 17:34

Mental health is associated with longevity and resilience to stress in aging

Mental well-being plays an important role in healthy ageing, regardless of socioeconomic status, a study has found.

Published: 18 June 2024, 17:24

New study emphasizes the need to screen for postpartum depression in fathers

Recent research suggests that fathers, just like their partners, can suffer from postpartum depression. Most experts estimate that about 10% of fathers experience the condition, while among mothers the figure is about 14%.

Published: 17 June 2024, 18:51