27/01/2025
Running offers a powerful boost for mental health, with benefits for mood, anxiety, and depression. But balance is key—too much can have adverse effects. 🏃♂️💪🧠
Running and Mental Health - IDEA Health & Fitness Association
“Running has important positive implications for mental health, particularly depression and anxiety disorders,” note authors of a comprehensive study.
26/01/2025
This study challenges the common belief that low-fat diets lead to overeating. Participants on a low-fat diet consumed fewer calories without feeling hungrier, shedding more body fat in the process. 🍽️🥦📉
Low-Fat Diets and Overeating - IDEA Health & Fitness Association
A controlled feeding study at the National Institutes of Health challenges the idea that low-fat diets per se spur on people to overeat.
25/01/2025
Resistance training does more than build muscle; it boosts metabolism, helps with weight loss, and improves overall health. Say goodbye to stubborn fat and hello to stronger muscles!
Resistance Training and Weight Loss - IDEA Health & Fitness Association
Research shows a healthy association between resistance training and weight loss, so encourage overweight clients to try strength training.
24/01/2025
Discipline is the choice between instant gratification and long-term goals. Stay focused on what matters most.
23/01/2025
Popular diets differ in more ways than just nutrition—they also have varied environmental impacts. 🌱 Plant-based diets like vegan and vegetarian rank the lowest in carbon emissions, while meat-heavy diets like keto and paleo are among the highest. 🌍
Environmental Impact of Diets - IDEA Health & Fitness Association
Not only do the most popular diets have differences in their nutrition ethos, but they also have differences in their environmental impact.
22/01/2025
Sleep is the top predictor of well-being in young adults, followed by physical activity and eating raw fruits and veggies. Prioritize rest for better mental health! 🧠
Three Pillars of Mental Health - IDEA Health & Fitness Association
Recent research findings identify these three healthy behaviors as predictive of good mental health and well-being among young adults.
21/01/2025
Cutting back on caffeine? ☕️ Decaf coffee might be the key to easing those withdrawal headaches and irritability. Even if you know it's decaf, it could help! 🙌
Decaf May Help With Caffeine Withdrawal - IDEA Health & Fitness Association
A cup of decaffeinated coffee may be able to alleviate the unpleasant symptoms of caffeine withdrawal if it tastes like the real stuff.
20/01/2025
Serving up food in the right dishware color can change how picky eaters perceive taste. Red and blue bowls might make food seem saltier, while white bowls can make meals more appealing.
Dishware Color for Picky Eaters - IDEA Health & Fitness Association
A study found that dishware color can influence taste perception in certain people—especially those who are very picky about what they eat.
19/01/2025
Gardening isn't just about fresh veggies—it's also great for your well-being. Studies show it can boost physical activity, reduce stress, and support healthier eating habits. 🍃
Gardening for Well-Being - IDEA Health & Fitness Association
Planting vegetables can reap delicious harvests for your dining table. But did you know gardening may also do wonders for your well-being?
18/01/2025
Affordable, protein-packed, and easy to prep—chickpeas, lentils, tofu, and more make plant-based meals a win for your budget and nutrition goals. 🌱💪
5 Affordable Plant-Based Proteins to Meal Prep - IDEA Health & Fitness Association
Here’s how to help educate your clients on plant-based proteins and get creative with them in the kitchen (with some recipes).
17/01/2025
Breathe smarter, not harder—fuel your workouts, calm your mind, and tap into the power of intentional breath.
Breathe More Efficiently and Effectively While Exercising - IDEA Health & Fitness Association
Mind-Body / Recovery
16/01/2025
Emerging research suggests that not all saturated fats are created equal—dairy sources may impact heart health differently than others. 🧀❤️
Saturated Fat in Dairy and Heart Health - IDEA Health & Fitness Association
The nutritional makeup of dairy might make their saturated fat less harmful to health than the saturated fat you’d find in a hamburger.
15/01/2025
Cardio fitness in kids as young as 4 may support brain function, boosting language skills, attention, and multitasking abilities. 💪🧠
Fitness and Brain Health for Kids - IDEA Health & Fitness Association
Looking at the connection between fitness and brain health for kids, researchers discovered that fit children did better on cognitive exams.
14/01/2025
Irregular sleep schedules can disrupt eating habits, linking “social jet lag” to higher BMI and increased sugary drink consumption in adolescents. 💤🍎
Social Jet Lag and Overeating - IDEA Health & Fitness Association
People who have different sleep patterns on the weekends than they do during the workweek may experience “social jet lag.”
13/01/2025
Behavior change thrives on five key variables: person, condition, treatment, provider relationship, and environment. Each shapes how successfully someone can adopt lasting habits.
5 Crucial Behavior Change Variables - IDEA Health & Fitness Association
These key variables of behavior change play the greatest roles in determining whether a person follows through on a nutrition recommendation
12/01/2025
Matcha: trendy treat or true health boost? Sip smart with this antioxidant-packed green powder, but watch out for imposters loaded with sugar. 💚🍵
Buy or Bye: Matcha - IDEA Health & Fitness Association
Diet Research
11/01/2025
Sweat it out for your mind: researchers suggest that aerobic exercise may reduce inflammation, improve dopamine function, and reignite motivation—key factors in easing depressive symptoms. 🧠💪
How Exercise Reduces Depression - IDEA Health & Fitness Association
Physical activity, particularly aerobic exercise, is known to reduce depressive symptoms, but how is not understood. Researchers from University College London reviewed multiple studies on depression, exercise, motivation, dopamine transmission, and inflammation. Study authors theorize that exercise...
10/01/2025
Microwaves might be more than just a food reheater—research shows they harbor hundreds of bacteria, some even radiation-resistant. A regular clean-up is key to keeping your kitchen safe!
Hardy Bacteria Are Living in Your Microwave - IDEA Health & Fitness Association
They are ubiquitous in households because they make reheating food a breeze, but microwaves can be tantamount to a petri dish. According to research published in Frontiers in Microbiology, everyone’s favorite appliance is typically a habitat for hundreds of different kinds of bacteria. Scientists ...