The Good, The Bad, and The Artificially Sweetened: Drink Recommendations for Children
The beverages we drink are important for our hydration and health. That’s why experts have made recommendations for health drink choices for childre…
Tag: Healthy Lifestyles
3 Surprising Diabetes Studies and Their Substantial Impact
Diabetes is one of the most prevalent chronic diseases in the country, impacting 38 million adults in the US, according to the Centers for Disease Con…
Too Much Rest After Exercise Could Impact Cognitive Decline in Older Latinos
Physical activity is an important key to overall health. For example, studies have shown that dance can improve memory retention and even 10 minutes o…
Make Increasing Physical Activity One of Your New Year’s Resolutions
What is your New Year’s Resolution? One of the most popular resolutions is engaging in more physical activity. Moving matters for your health i…
Study: Sitting a Long Time Could Cancel Out the Benefits of Physical Activity
While engaging in the recommended amount of physical activity is a key part to lowering your risk factors for certain diseases like heart disease and …
Dr. Amelie Ramirez Helps Lead New Project to Improve Heart Health in South Texas
A team of researchers at UT Health San Antonio, including Dr. Amelie G. Ramirez, is among four teams from across the United States that have been sele…
The State of Alcohol Use Among Latinos
Overuse of alcohol is among the top risk factors for chronic diseases, especially among disadvantaged populations such as Latinos. The Department of…
The State of Tobacco and Vaping Use among Latinos
Use of tobacco is one of the biggest modifiable risk factors for major and chronic diseases. The prolonged use or overuse of tobacco and nicotine co…
Get Moving Toward a Healthier You!
Physical inactivity is one of the leading risk factors for many diseases, including cancer, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). Phys…
Study: Sugary Drink Taxes Linked to Decreased Obesity in Seattle
Over the last several years, cities across the US have taxed sugary drinks to reduce the consumption of these beverages and prioritize the health of t…