School of Health Professions
Should You Do Cardio Before or After Lifting Weights?
Exercise physiologist suggests leading with the activity that prioritizes your individual fitness goals.
Haar: Two Kinds of Fiber are Necessary
Nutrition expert shares food choice recommendations for a healthier, more fibrous diet.
Rothstein: Daily Calorie Burn Totals Are Not the Full Story
While tracking “calories out” is helpful for weight loss, this figure should be viewed as a simple estimate, says fitness expert.
Don’t Confuse Step Count with Exercise, Expert Says
Professor explains why daily step count has a minimal impact on physical fitness.
Are You Hungry or Do You Just Have Cravings?
A registered dietitian explains the difference.
Nutrition Expert Shares Underrated Clean Eating Options
Registered dietitian voices recommendations for a nutritious, varied diet, including often overlooked health foods.
New Degree Program Receives Publicity
The Exercise and Sport Science, M.S. is featured in an article about the surge in healthcare-focused academic programs at local universities and colleges.
How Does Exercise Lower Blood Sugar?
Director of the Exercise and Sport Science, M.S. program explains how fitness routines can train the body to better stabilize blood glucose levels.
Health Policy Expert: EPA Should Not Abandon Regulations on Toxic Chemicals
Associate Professor of Nursing Jessica Varghese, Ph.D., advocates against proposals to roll back federal limits on water supply toxins.
Expert: This Food May Add More Calories to Your Diet Than You Think
Registered dietitian explains how using too much olive oil can sabotage weight loss efforts.