5 mins read

Fats: what they are, types (and what they are for)

Fats are important nutrients, as they provide energy for cells, regulate body temperature, absorb fat-soluble vitamins and act in brain development, controlling inflammation and forming hormones. Regular consumption of unsaturated fats increases levels of “good” cholesterol, HDL, and decreases “bad” cholesterol, LDL, in the blood, reducing the risk of heart disease. Also read: HDL cholesterol […]

3 mins read

US Health Clubs and Studios to Offer Free Memberships for Military Recruits Under New Service Ready Program

A fitness industry initiative for HFA member facilities will provide Americans heading to basic training with no-cost fitness access and training support. By Pamela Kufahl, Senior Director of Communications The US fitness industry is stepping up to assist the United States with its military‑readiness crisis through a program called Service Ready. The program provides verified […]

6 mins read

Diagnosing congenital heart disease early increases quality of life

Around 30,000 children with some type of heart malformation are born in Brazil each year, according to the Ministry of Health. This Friday (12), when National Congenital Heart Disease Awareness Day is celebratedthe coordinator of the Division of Child and Adolescent Cardiology at the National Institute of Cardiology (INC), Renata Mattos, highlights that access to […]