Do summer holidays undo the good work of school? Helping kids stay lean and fit over summer

As thousands of Aussie kids start summer holidays this week, there’s no doubt parents will see an increase in kids’ screen time, snack time and general relaxation. After a busy school year, it’s well-deserved, but could this change in activity have an adverse impact on their health? In a new University of South Australia study, researchers are examining changes in […]

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To help beat heart disease, stay upbeat

(HealthDay)—Optimism and a sense of purpose can improve your heart health, new research suggests. Psychological well-being has cardiovascular benefits because people with a positive outlook are more inclined to lead a healthy lifestyle, the researchers concluded. Upbeat people are more likely to eat well, engage in physical activity, maintain social connections and avoid negative behaviors, prior research has shown. This […]

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