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A New Study Has Found That Body Fat May Matter More Than BMI for Male Fertility

Researchers have found that higher body fat, not BMI alone, is linked to lower sperm counts, suggesting body composition may better reflect male fertility.

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One 75 Minute Interval Session a Week Cut Body Fat as Much as Three Shorter Ones in a 315 Person Trial

A Hong Kong randomized trial found weekly interval training matched three sessions for fat loss, but blood pressure and cholesterol did not change.

Medical Daily

Men with Higher Body Fat Had Lower Sperm Counts in a Danish Study, Even at a Normal BMI

In 1,058 young Danish men, higher body fat percentage was associated with lower sperm counts. The link was strongest among men with a normal BMI.

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Why the same foods you eat during the day can lead to belly fat, higher blood sugar & poorer cholesterol levels at night; study has the answer

Night owls consuming high-energy foods late at night show greater body fat. Evening-types eat less in the morning and more after 8 pm. This eating pattern is associated with higher body fat percentage and obesity risk. Women preferring later bedtimes had poorer lipid profiles and glucose regulation. Meal timing, especially…

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7 Science-Backed Ashwagandha Benefits That Go Well Beyond Stress and Anxiety Relief

It Cuts Cortisol, and the Research Is SpecificA 2012 double-blind, placebo-controlled trial published in the Indian Journal of Psychological Medicine gave 300 mg of ashwagandha root extract twice daily to 64 adults with chronic stress. After 60 days, the group taking the extract showed a 27.9% reduction in serum cortisol…

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Fitness Influencer Shows How Different Body Fat Percentages Can Completely Transform The Same Face

“Everyone has a different facial fat composition. I know obese people with skinny faces,” a netizen said.

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Being out-of-shape raises risk of type 2 diabetes by more than 3 times, researchers warn

15 percent of people with both excess body fat and poor muscle health developed type 2 diabetes within a decade, study finds

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A Six-Month Study Found Only One Type of Exercise Helps Older Adults Lose Fat Without Losing Muscle

A 6-month study of 120+ adults averaging age 72 found HIIT was the only exercise type that reduced body fat while preserving lean muscle. Here's what older adults should know.

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What a Cancer Researcher Removed From Her Kitchen Forever

What if some of the foods sitting in your kitchen right now are the same foods a cancer researcher refuses to eat? Most people assume dangerous foods are easy to identify. But the reality is far more surprising. Many products marketed as convenient, healthy, or even essential have become part…

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Why weight-loss drugs don’t work for some people

Weight-loss jabs are the latest craze for shedding a few pounds. Their effect has been dramatic with drugs such as Ozempic and Wegovy (semaglutide) causing users to lose up to 15% of their body fat on average.

The Conversation

How Stress Affects Your Body More Than You Realize

Stress has become a common part of modern life. Whether it comes from work deadlines, financial worries, relationship issues, health concerns, or everyday responsibilities, almost everyone experiences stress at some point. While occasional stress is a normal response that helps us deal with challenges, ongoing stress can have a much…

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8 years after Take-Two CEO Strauss Zelnick went shirtless with his 8% body fat physique, he's now a playable wrestler in WWE 2K26

We really got Zelnick as a playable WWE superstar wrestler before GTA 6

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Exercise less, burn more fat: Scientists unveil a simple method for weekly weight loss

New research from scientists in Hong Kong suggests you don’t necessarily need daily workouts or high‑repetition training to cut belly fat.

Euronews

Study Puts “Dad Bods” Under Scrutiny After Women Pick Lean Athletic Men And Reject Hollywood Slim Ideal

The study asked more than 2,000 participants to pick the body types they found the most attractive after showing them side-by-side comparisons representing different physiques.

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10 Flightless Birds That Defy Nature’s Rules

When people imagine birds, they usually think of flying across open skies with effortless freedom. But not every bird followed that path. Some species evolved in a completely different way and gave up flight forever. Instead of wings made for the sky, birds like the Ostrich and Penguin developed powerful…

The Independent UK

Having an ice bath could help you lose weight quicker, says new study

Researchers found that cold exposure activates ‘brown fat’ that can burn calories and body fat more rapidly

The Guardian - UK

Is it true that … it’s harder for women to build muscle than men?

Men tend to have a higher ratio of muscle to fat, but women respond just as well to resistance training

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Oxiline Scale MD Pro review

The Oxiline Scale MD Pro is a strange smart scale. Priced almost like a Withings but performing like a budget option, I’m not sure who this is for.

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5 Animal Mothers Who Give Everything For Their Young Ones

In the wild, motherhood is not wrapped in comfort or safety. It is raw, demanding, and often heartbreaking. There are no guarantees, no shelters, no second chances. Every day is a test of instinct, courage, and endurance. Animal mothers do not get to choose rest over responsibility. Their lives transform…

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4 Best Walking Workouts for Weight Loss and Heart Health

Walking is one of the most underrated forms of physical activity. It is a great way for people to kick start their health journey as well. It is easy and when done correctly can help a person lose a significant amount of weight and tone muscles. It is easy, cost…

Times Life

Why Vitamin D Deficiency Hits Women the Most

Vitamin d plays a very crucial role to maintain strong bones, a healthy immune system and overall well being of the body. Vitamin D is very important for our health, yet research shows that women are more likely to have low levels of it compared to men. Many women may…

Times Life

Walking Workouts That Improve Health Without the Gym

Staying fit does not mean you have to just spend money on gym, or you have to do a very heavy workout daily. Just simply doing a walking workout can also give you good results which can be shocking for you. Walks can offer you a very simple, effective and…

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Period Late? Relax Here Are All the Possible Reasons

First, take a deep breath. A late period is very common and, in most cases, not dangerous. The menstrual cycle is sensitive and can be affected by stress, lifestyle, hormones, and health changes. Understanding the possible reasons can help you stay calm and know when to seek medical advice :-…

The Independent UK

Scientists say this is the best exercise for reducing body fat in elderly people

High-intensity interval training, or HIIT, could be leading to elevated muscle protein synthesis in the elderly

The Independent UK

More muscle, younger brain: New study discovers the negatives of body fat on an aging brain

More than seven million Americans age 65 and older are living with Alzheimer’s, a brain condition that affects your memory and thinking

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