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The number of times the teacher had to redirect a students attention to their work was roughly halved immediately after an outdoor lesson. (Photo: Pixabay)

Students more engaged, attentive during outdoor lessons: study

Scientists have known for a while that natural outdoor environments can have a variety of beneficial effects on people.

14 Jan 2018 3:29 PM IST

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Aerobic exercise slows cognitive decline in Alzheimer's disease

Researchers found those who were more physically active showed statistically significant increase in cognitive function.

28 Feb 2018 11:51 AM IST

Encouraging older adults to engage in no-sweat exercise also appears to be more realistic. (Photo: Pixabay)

No-sweat exercise may prolong life for the elderly: study

A half-an-hour of moderate-to-vigorous activity reduced the risk by even more - 33 per cent.

20 Feb 2018 9:44 AM IST

The study says the brain mechanisms behind these effects appear to be linked to a boost in beta frequencies in some regions of the cortex. (Photo: Pixabay)

Exercising with music may alter brainwaves

The study says the brain mechanisms behind these effects appear to be linked to a boost in beta frequencies in some...

19 Feb 2018 1:10 PM IST

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No excercise associated with higher dementia risk

The new research objectively measured cardiorespiratory fitness with a scientific formula called maximal oxygen uptake.

16 Feb 2018 9:18 AM IST

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Travel goals: Stay fit during your holiday with these tips

12 Feb 2018 3:47 PM IST

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Fit children have healthier lungs in adulthood: Study

The new study provided early evidence that keeping children fit could help reduce the burden of lung disease in the...

1 Feb 2018 11:19 AM IST

Researchers found that higher level of physical activity protected from future depression in children, adults and older adults globally. (Photo: Pixabay)

Exercise may lower risk of depression: study

The evidence is clear that people that are more active have a lesser risk of developing depression.

25 April 2018 4:26 PM IST

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The stronger you are, the healthier your brain

Here is what a new study has found.

22 April 2018 12:30 PM IST

Eating more red and processed meat was not associated with survival or cancer recurrence. (Photo: Pixabay)

More activity, healthier diet tied to extended survival after colon...

Eating more red and processed meat was not associated with survival or cancer recurrence.

19 April 2018 3:14 PM IST

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Diabetes could affect muscle health: Study

Regular exercise could reduce the risk.

18 April 2018 2:04 PM IST

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Why you shouldn't workout late in the day

Working out also releases the stress hormones in the body causing your body to stay alert.

16 April 2018 7:59 PM IST