American churches are building first-class gyms to get followers in shape and attract new members to the flock. Critics see […]
Thou Shalt Work Out: Gyms as Ministries?
Diet and Exercise
Once-Skeptical Researchers Now Sing Praises of the Grapefruit Diet
The Grapefruit Diet, which is also known as the Hollywood Diet, has been making the rounds since the 1930s. Advocates […]
Dr. Oz Questioned by Congress for Misleading Consumers Over Weight Loss Miracle Pills
Celebrity television host Dr. Mehmet Oz testified before Congress Tuesday to help “drain the swamp” of marketers using his name […]
Christians at Front of Diet Plan to Bring Good Health to Mind, Body, and Soul
When Jim Black leads people on a robust walk three times a week on the grounds of the 120-acre Saddleback […]
Doctor Claims Being Overweight Can Help You Fight Disease
Consider the various bits of advice doled out by so-called medical experts in the past 100 years or so and […]
Faith-Based Workout Programs Becoming a Religion for Some Christians?
Plenty has been written about the cult of CrossFit—the widely popular, DIY workout craze. But maybe CrossFit isn’t a cult […]
Diet Rich In Raw Fish, Green Tea Key to Long and Healthy Life
A new study has indicated the benefits of a diet rich in raw fish, vegetables and green tea, with Japanese […]
Mediterranean Diet Slows Progression of Diabetes, Analysis Shows
For people recently diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, eating lots of olive oil, fish and whole grains slows progression of […]
