Category: Lifestyle

  • Thick-Heeled Running Shoes Linked to Higher Injury Rates, University of Florida Study Reveals

    Runners who favor thick-heeled sneakers are at a higher risk of injury than those who choose flatter shoes, according to a comprehensive study from the University of Florida. The research, one of the most extensive of its kind, revealed that runners in thick-heeled shoes struggled to accurately gauge their foot strike with each step, which…

  • Walkability Boosts Physical Activity: New Study Highlights Benefits of Dense Neighborhoods

    Adding compelling evidence to the argument for “walkable” neighborhoods, a comprehensive national study has demonstrated that the built environment can significantly increase individuals’ walking habits. The study, recently published in the American Journal of Epidemiology, highlights a robust link between neighborhood walkability and physical activity by examining approximately 11,000 twins, thereby effectively controlling for genetic…

  • The Timing of Meals Is Crucial for Health, Study Finds

    A joint study by the Universitat Oberta de Catalunya (UOC) and Columbia University has presented compelling evidence that the time of day when calories are consumed significantly impacts glucose metabolism and overall health. Published in the Nature group journal Nutrition & Diabetes, the research reveals that consuming more than 45% of daily calories after 5…

  • Can Podcasts Really Create Healthier Habits?

    Podcasts dominate contemporary media consumption, weaving their way into the daily routines of millions. With the average individual dedicating over five hours weekly to podcast listening, one question looms large: Can podcasts foster healthier habits? A new study led by the University of South Australia (UniSA), published in the journal Digital Health, suggests the answer…

  • Shifting to Sustainable Diets: How Global Food Choices Impact Our Planet

    A monumental shift in global diets towards sustainability could significantly combat climate change and global food insecurity. However, implementing such changes on a worldwide scale presents complex challenges. Researchers led by UC Santa Barbara’s National Center for Ecological Analysis & Synthesis (NCEAS) tackled this issue head-on to better understand the potential global impacts. “Changes in…

  • New Study Shows Going Vegan Saves Over $650 Annually on Groceries

    Adopting a low-fat vegan diet can lead to significant savings on grocery bills, according to new research by the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine, a nonprofit organization. Published in JAMA Network Open, the study found that a low-fat vegan diet cuts food costs by 19%, or $1.80 per day, compared to the standard American diet…

  • Cocoa and Green Tea Reduce Negative Effects of Fatty Foods During Stress, Study Finds

    New research from the University of Birmingham has found that consuming flavanol-rich cocoa drinks can protect the body’s vascular system from the adverse effects of stress and high-fat foods. Published in the journal Food and Function, the research provides fresh insights into how everyday dietary choices can impact cardiovascular function during stressful periods. “We know…

  • The Surprising Truth About Cash: How Cashless Payments Are Changing Spending Habits

    As society transitions towards cashless payments, researchers led by the University of Surrey reveal that physical cash not only influences our spending habits but also instills a sense of psychological ownership that digital transactions lack. A recent paper published in Qualitative Market Research explores how the decline of cash from daily life diminishes our spending…

  • Texting Abbreviations Make You Seem Insincere, New Study Reveals 

    In a digital age where texting has become the primary mode of communication, a new study led by Stanford University suggests that shorthand messages often come across as insincere. According to the research, published in the Journal of Experimental Psychology: General, abbreviating words in texts can negatively impact how the sender is perceived and lower…

  • Understanding the ‘Domestic Transition’ and Its Impact on Developing Nations

    Economists Rutger Schilpzand and Jeroen Smits from Radboud University unveil a compelling new way to evaluate a country’s development: by examining the household items people possess. Their research shifts the focus from traditional metrics, such as income, health or education, to what they term “material wealth,” introducing the concept of the “domestic transition.” Published in…