The calming poses and meditation of yoga may be just what the doctor ordered when it comes to beating depression, new research suggests. Researchers found that weekly sessions of yoga and deep breathing exercises helped ease symptoms of the common condition. They believe the practice may be an alternative or complementary therapy for tough-to-treat cases of depression. The intervention seemed… Read More
Many people enjoy spending quality time in the comfort of their own homes. As a matter of fact, a majority of Americans devote up to 90 percent of their time indoors but unfortunately, this may actually be causing more harm than good. According to a 2009 research study published in the journal Environmental Science & Technology, the average household contains… Read More
Meditation and other forms of mental training are becoming more and more popular each year. The rise of the number of practitioners is undeniable proof about the importance of this mental exercise. The term is mostly associated with religious connotations, but the truth is, contrary to popular belief, this practice is very helpful and should be done on a daily… Read More
Astaxanthin, a red pigment found mostly in marine life, can switch on a variation of the FOXO3 gene, which protects against aging, say scientists from the University of Hawaii. "All of us have the FOXO3 gene, which protects against aging in humans," said Bradley Willcox, M.D. "But about one in three persons carry a version of the FOXO3 gene that… Read More
High-intensity exercise may help older adults reverse certain aspects of the "cellular" aging process, a new study suggests. It's no secret that regular exercise is healthy for young and old alike. But researchers said the new findings point to particular benefits from "high-intensity interval training" for older adults. That's the type of workout that combines brief bursts of vigorous exercise… Read More
Any marathoner will tell you that the grueling 26-mile races can do a number on the hips, knees, ankles and feet. Now, a small study suggests that these tests of endurance are also tough on the kidneys. "Marathon runners demonstrate transient or reverse short-term kidney injury," said Dr. Chirag Parikh, professor of medicine at Yale University. In his study of… Read More
Related Articles The UTEP softball team registered 21 hits in it two contests against NM State, but the Aggies (12-16) took both games, 8-4 and 13-4 (5), on a chilly and windy Tuesday night at the Helen of Troy Softball Complex. The Miners (8-23, 3-6 Conference USA) will continue league action at UTSA on April 1-2, followed by a pair… Read More
With the 2016 high school football regular season over, it�s time to take a look back at all the action we covered. �Our Chief Photog, Andres Acosta, was at some of the hardest-hitting, most entertaining games in the Borderland, now take a look back at all he captured via �A Story in Many Pics.� Horizon Scorpions vs Canutillo Eagles. Austin… Read More
Any marathoner will tell you that the grueling 26-mile races can do a number on the hips, knees, ankles and feet. Now, a small study suggests that these tests of endurance are also tough on the kidneys. "Marathon runners demonstrate transient or reverse short-term kidney injury," said Dr. Chirag Parikh, professor of medicine at Yale University. In his study of… Read More
The woman I want to be looks something like the woman I saw in a recent Athleta catalog. She�s effortlessly jumping across a babbling brook in a verdant forest�while wearing sleek slate-gray workout tights and a quilted jewel-toned hoodie. Or wait: Maybe I�m the lady doing yoga on the beach in a slouchy pale-pink tank top, who I saw pictured… Read More
Related Articles MAUMELLE, ARK. � The UTEP women�s golf team tied for third place at the Little Rock/ASU Invitational on Tuesday in Maumelle, Ark. The Miners shot rounds of 304, 306 and 307 for a total of�917.��Central Arkansas was champion of the�13-team tournament (295-295-307-897), and�Arkansas-Little Rock was second (306-304-302-912). Capturing individual medalist honors was�Central Arkansas� Ye Ji Lim, who�carded a�five-over-par… Read More
Related Articles Irving, Texas � UTEP sophomore Tobi Amusan was named the Conference USA Track Co-Athlete of the Week as announced by the league office Tuesday afternoon. In her first outdoor race of the season, the sprinter ran the nation�s fastest time this year in the 100m hurdles (12.63). Before the race could start there was a 30-minute delay due… Read More
Related Articles A special edition of Herald-Post Radio brings you Lubbock Monterey vs Eastlake LIVE starting at 2:55pm on Friday, November 18th Click to go to FFN Page for live coverage! Formerly known as �High Desert Radio,� Herald-Post Radio will be available on elpasoheraldpost.com, horizoncity.com and � thanks to a new partnership � on 600ESPN El Paso. Via the embedded… Read More
Synopsis: Finding the right healthcare provider for you isn�t always easy, especially if they aren�t in the mainstream. This article provides tips and strategies for people looking to find a healthcare provider that will meet their specific needs. Read More
Rheumatoid arthritis is the most prominent autoimmune arthritis. It is caused by a defective immune system that causes your defense system to target your joint linings. It affects the wrist and small joints of your hands, including the knuckles, other joints in your fingers and can eventually spread to your knees too. It is considered one of the most… Read More