Your lower esophageal sphincter (LES) is a muscular ring that connects your esophagus with your stomach. It relaxes to let food pass through but otherwise stays closed to prevent stomach acid from ...

Muscle loss after 60 doesn’t happen overnight, but it accelerates quietly when movement patterns shrink. Sitting more, avoiding load, and relying on machines or occasional workouts teaches muscles to ...

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Regular exercise can support your immune health by improving the circulation of important immune cells and by reducing chronic inflammation. Moderate, consistent physical activity offers the greatest ...

All forms of exercise help you live longer, but some activities come with extra benefits. By Simar Bajaj Regular exercise is one of the most effective ways to lengthen your life. Research consistently ...

Current guidelines from the World Health Organisation recommend around 150–300 minutes of moderate-intensity physical activity, or 75-150 minutes of vigorous activity, each week. But according to ...

If your goal is to be healthier in 2026, you don’t have to overhaul your habits, follow a strict diet or spend hours at the gym. Taking baby steps to collectively improve three of the most important ...

Share on Pinterest A recent review shows that exercise may be nearly as effective as therapy for depression. Image Credit: Oleg Breslavtsev/Getty Images A recently updated Cochrane review found that ...

Getting in shape can be easier, and faster, than you might expect. By Christie Aschwanden If you’re resolving to make 2026 the year you finally get fit, here’s a simple way to ensure you meet your ...

If you feel a lift after exercise, you're in good company. Movement can boost mood, and according to the results of a new study, it can also help relieve symptoms of depression. As part of a review of ...

A sweeping review of over 200 studies finds that aerobic exercises like walking and cycling offer the best pain relief and mobility gains for knee osteoarthritis. Compared to other types of exercise, ...