Human beings are creatures of habit. Psychology research clearly demonstrates that people develop automatic responses to specific conditions which become more ingrained with repetition, even if they may not be the best choices. [Read more…]
A Low-Salt Diet May Not Be Essential After All
January 24, 2019 By Leave a Comment
If you or anyone you know has heart disease, you’ve probably heard the ubiquitous recommendation that people with heart problems should follow a low-sodium diet. [Read more…]
To Keep Your New Year’s Resolution, Make a Plan for Success
January 3, 2019 By Leave a Comment
Next week’s New Year will bring the perpetual resolutions to lose weight, quit smoking, save money and exercise more, among others. New Year’s resolutions are popular – but few people actually succeed at keeping them. [Read more…]
The Evidence on Elder Wisdom
December 18, 2018 By Leave a Comment
For most people, the approaching holiday season includes more time with the extended family, including the elder generation.
Unfortunately, older adults are often diminished in the popular media and by society as a whole; they are frequently portrayed as sick, frail, unproductive and behind-the-times. Yet there’s an expansive body of evidence that demonstrates the benefits of older adults’ wisdom and the value of fostering communication across generations. [Read more…]
Sex Education and Parenting: What We Know
December 12, 2018 By Leave a Comment
When you think of sex education, the first thing that comes to mind may be a classroom full of giggling and blushing middle school students. But there is clear evidence that the foundations for sex education – and much of what determines adolescents’ knowledge, attitudes and behavior – comes from parents and guardians at home. [Read more…]
Proven Ways to Change Someone’s Mind
November 5, 2018 By Leave a Comment
Americans will head to the polls tomorrow. While this year is proving to be one of the most politically-divisive in U.S. history, here at Evidence-based Living, we still hold onto hope that Americans can engage in a civil political dialogue. [Read more…]
Regular Exercise Will Lengthen Your Life
November 1, 2018 By Leave a Comment
Regular exercise is, hands down, one of the best actions you can take to lengthen your life, according to a new, longitudinal study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association. [Read more…]
Global Review Finds Most People Need More Exercise
September 26, 2018 By Leave a Comment
It’s no surprise that exercise is good for us. There is a significant body of evidence that demonstrates a wide range of benefits to regular physical activity. This includes improved cardiovascular health, stronger bones, reduced risk of developing cancer, increased likelihood of maintaining a healthy weight, better sleep, fewer mental health problems and an overall higher quality of life. [Read more…]
Are Carbs the Culprit?
September 12, 2018 By Leave a Comment
New evidence from a sweeping study of diet choices reinforces the old adage, “Everything in moderation.” [Read more…]
How To Treat the Growing Problem of Childhood Anxiety
August 25, 2018 By Leave a Comment
Whether it’s feeling nervous to attend a new school, afraid of a scary looking bug, or scared of the dark, most children experience some form of anxiety. But up to one in three children experience more severe anxiety that affects their ability to learn and socialize. [Read more…]
Why Do Youth Self-Injure?
June 25, 2018 By Leave a Comment
Self-injury is defined as harming oneself on purpose, but without the intention of committing suicide. Research finds that about 17 percent of adolescents harm themselves intentionally. Girls are more likely to begin injuring themselves at a younger age, and use more serious forms of self-injury. Boys are more likely to injure themselves when they are high or drunk, or when they are in a social setting. [Read more…]
What We Know About E-Cigarettes and Health
June 22, 2018 By Leave a Comment
Since their debut in 2004, electronic cigarettes or e-cigarettes have steadily grown in popularity. Approximately 9 million U.S. adults regularly use e-cigarettes, and that includes a growing number of teen-agers. In 2015, one in six high school students reported using an e-cigarette in the past month. [Read more…]
