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HealthCorps

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HealthCorps® is a proactive movement and vehicle for research and intervention, co-founded by Dr. Mehmet Oz and his wife Lisa Oz to fight obesity by empowering American students to become health agents of change in their communities. HealthCorps administers a high school mentoring program in 11 states, conducts community outreach through Fit Town™ to enhance residents’ wellness and connection to Nature, and advocates across all government levels for policies that put physical education back into the core curriculum of schools.

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    Will cardiovascular exercise increase my appetite?
    A study in the journal Medicine & Science in Sports and Exercise suggests that when women...  Full Post
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    What are the benefits of mindfulness meditation?
    People suffering from conditions in which chronic stress appears to play a major role may benefit...  Full Post
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    What are the health benefits of kale?
    Kale is loaded with antioxidants, calcium and fiber. Its closest cousins, spinach and chard, are...  Full Post
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    How can I improve my focus and concentration?
    A new study by researchers at Japan’s Hiroshima University has confirmed an earlier study...  Full Post
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    How can I improve the quality of my sleep?
    A new study suggests that using an electronic device like a smartphone, ipad or laptop for a...  Full Post
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    How can I burn more calories?
    A recent study out of the Department of Kinesiology and Health Education, Southern Illinois...  Full Post
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    How can I keep my resolution to lose weight?
    Define your goals and make sure they are realistic. If they’re not, then modify them or...  Full Post
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    What are some important considerations when introducing teens to exercise?
    Teens tend to have short attention spans, so using simple choreography or teaching them basic...  Full Post
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    Is it true that the first foods a baby eats can contribute to obesity risk?
    If the initial diet you expose your child to is very high in grain carbohydrates and fats, then you...  Full Post
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    Can getting exercise help my child do well in school?
    A study conducted on 1,211 middle school students found a link between a healthy heart and lungs...  Full Post
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    Is it true that if I feel no pain I get no gain from a workout?
    “No pain, no gain” is the mantra of many exercisers and their so-called gurus, who...  Full Post