Pregnant women can do their babies a favor by exercising. A study found that babies born to women who exercised in late pregnancy had less body fat. Experts think that body fat composition at birth may set the stage for weight issues in childhood and beyond. Source Link
Going hungry before your cholesterol test may not provide a better result. A long-term study found no difference in outcomes if people did or didn’t fast before they had their blood tested. Experts say fasting is inconvenient and might mean a less-accurate reading because people aren’t eating as they normally would. Source Link
Having a green thumb might help to ease the effects of dementia. A study conducted in care homes found that gardening can promote relaxation, encourage activity and reduce agitation. Gardens could also offer a place for interactions with visitors, helping to stimulate memories for dementia patients. Source Link
