!The specific aspect of health that the survey was designed to study was Symptoms of Stress. Research indicates that if people are more physically active, they are generally less stressed. There were 20 key questions in the survey, covering known emotional

) or faster (quality)? Luckily, bigger brains than mine have grappled with this question.Researchers Weigh InA study at the University of Northern lowa examined the quantity part of this dilemma. In the study, 51 university-aged men and women volunteered

ask myself, 'Can I take another step?' The answer is yes." Each runner in our study repeated their mantra in the morning and before training. It works because you can automatically implement the solution as soon the problem arises.Study subjects said

is known as angiogenesis, says Dr J Carson Smith, an assistant professor at the University of Maryland, US, who studies the role exercise plays in brain function. “We know that neurogenesis and angiogenesis increase brain tissue volume, which otherwise

after exercise. The ginseng provided no performance or recovery benefit.In another study, Dr. Engels looked at whether ginseng improves mood and whether it has a positive effect on perceived exertion. Again, researchers used an 8-week supplementation

and proteins; assists the immune system and helps to heal wounds Meat; eggs; wholegrain cereals; milk and other dairy products Suggests a possible role in high-intensity and strength exercises; may help to boost the immune system Studies have failed to show

Studies show that people who eat ample fruit and veg have smaller waists than those who skimp on produce. The theory goes that a diet rich in fruit and veg helps curb blood sugar swings, which can influence the hormones that make fat.Keep it whole Eating

2006 was a great one for chocolate fans. In January, the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences (of Washington DC in the US) published the most convincing study yet linking flavonol-rich cocoa to improved blood-vessel health. A month later

  an American review of 10 studies, each one linked a high intake of oatbran to lower levels of blood fats. In a recent study, ursolic acid - which gives apples their waxy shine - cut body fat by a third. Plus, people who ate two apples a day for six weeks

greater fat loss." According to studies, pyruvate taken in fairly hefty doses of 20 to 25 grams daily appears to boost endurance performance and assist in weight loss. But before you rush out and buy a bottle, read on.In one study, pyruvate taken on a