In The News: School of Integrated Health Sciences

Verywell Health

Like many online trends, the idea likely came from a wellness influencer or self-proclaimed "guru" who made unsubstantiated claims.

The Independent UK

It’s a simple way to shake up your routine and strengthen underused muscles

MSN

Looking to revitalize your fitness routine? A straightforward yet impactful method could be to start walking backwards. While a brisk forward walk offers myriad benefits – strengthening bones, building muscle, boosting cardiovascular health, and easing stress – its familiar rhythm can become monotonous. This is where retro walking, or reverse walking, presents a compelling alternative.

 

Las Vegas Review Journal

Graham McGinnis, an associate professor in ÐÔÊӽ紫ý’s kinesiology and nutrition sciences department, said the school district’s start time changes appear to prioritize the needs of high school students over middle schoolers. McGinnis, who studies disruptions to sleep patterns, said there is greater need to help high schoolers get better rest because research shows they tend to get less sleep than other students.

Everyday Health

The new U.S. dietary guidelines praise red meat as a ‘high-quality, nutrient-dense protein food.’ Here registered dietitians weigh in on the benefits and drawbacks.

KSNV-TV: News 3

The Clark County School District's decision to alter school start times is based on research, but how will it affect students' sleep? ÐÔÊӽ紫ý kinesiology professor Dr. Graham McGinnis, an expert in circadian rhythm disruption, suggests that these changes could have significant implications for students' sleep schedules.

KVVU-TV: Fox 5

Officials introduced a new tool at ÐÔÊӽ紫ý today that will help further medical research into Alzheimer's.

Martha Stewart

Versatile, protein-rich vegetables can be roasted, sautéed, blended, or added to soups and grains to enhance everyday meals.

Women's Health

The 6-6-6 walking challenge involves three components within its daily regimen. First is six minutes of warmup stretches followed by 60 minutes of walking, and six minutes of stretching again. Ideally, these walks are slotted into your schedule at either 6 a.m. or 6 p.m., just to keep with the theme.

Everyday Health

Many people with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) experience a cycle of feeling unable to start a task, then becoming highly productive once they get engaged. It’s a pattern that can feel confusing, frustrating, and isolating, especially when you’re trying to manage the flow of your day.

Men's Health

So your doctor said to include exercise in the lifestyle changes you’re making to get your cholesterol under control. But what kind of exercise, exactly, should you be doing?

Flow State

Considering how large an impact movement and nutrition can have on the entire body, it’s no surprise that they’re two pillars of preventative medicine. While anyone can benefit, midlife women especially can gain a lot from figuring out the best ways to move and eat.