People nowadays are more health-conscious than they used to be. They understand that good health is above wealth. The splurge: Those dreams of sugarplums dancing in your head may be more like a nightmare brought on by too many sweet treats. While experts used to dismiss the notion of sugar addiction , a growing body of research suggests that the sweet stuff can hijack the same brain circuitry that's affected by drugs and alcohol, leading to a vicious cycle of cravings and binges. (Here's how to stop sugar cravings) And holiday desserts with high levels of both sugar and fat provide a double whammy. The sugar hooks you, while the fat piles on the pounds.
A large body of research supports the use of motion sensors to measure changes in physical activity levels during lifestyle interventions 10 , 11 Using motion sensors during daily physical activity provides robust data on the prevalence of physical activity among university students. Whereas most studies in the region used questionnaires to assess physical activity levels in the community, the current study used the gold standard method of measuring activity levels with an accelerometer. This might be the first study that explores the prevalence of physical activity among Saudi females using an accelerometer. The aim of the current study is to assess physical activity patterns, using accelerometers, among university male and female students in the Faculty of Education at the University of Dammam in Saudi Arabia. The secondary aim is to assess food habits using a modified questionnaire that was previously used among Saudi adults.
Given all this talk about the benefits of sunlight and the drawbacks of artificial light, it should come as no surprise that researchers discovered those who sit near a window tend to be healthier than those who don't. Per a 2014 study in the Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine, workers with a window got 46 more minutes of sleep a night on average, while workers not near a window had more sleep disturbances. Additional research shows those exposed to natural light during the workweek tended to be more inspired to get outside and exercise.
Establish a weight-monitoring plan. Begin with an accurate read of your dog's starting weight, followed by a plan for regular weigh-ins. For big dogs, you may want to talk to your vet about coming in on a schedule (we recommend every two weeks). You can weigh smaller dogs at home on a regular scale: First weigh yourself, then weigh yourself while holding the dog, and subtract the first number from the second. These days, you can also buy fairly inexpensive pet scales, suitable for a range of dog sizes, online.
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