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06/20/2019
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By Michelle Simmons
Resveratrol and exercise found to reduce risk of bone fractures in elderly patients with Alzheimer’s
Older people are more likely to develop diseases such as osteoporosis and Alzheimer’s disease. These progressive conditions also increase the risk of fracture. To lower the risk, a team of researchers at Midwestern University and Auburn University suggests that older people take resveratrol and exercise regularly. For the study, the researchers looked at the effect […]
06/11/2019
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By Michelle Simmons
Get off your bum: Sitting, watching TV for two or more hours per day raises risk of colorectal cancer
Living a sedentary life may cause more harm to your health than you think. A study published in JNCI Cancer Spectrum found that sitting and watching television for at least two hours may increase your risk of colorectal cancer before you reach age 50. The number of people diagnosed with colorectal cancer before age 50 continues […]
05/27/2019
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By Michelle Simmons
You gotta start ’em young: Teens with healthy muscle mass are less likely to have metabolic syndrome
Teens may want to consider building their muscles not only for aesthetics but also for health reasons. Researchers from Hallym University College of Medicine in South Korea found in their study that teens with low muscle mass were more likely to develop metabolic syndrome. Metabolic syndrome is a group of risk factors that increase a […]
05/26/2019
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By Michelle Simmons
Can you cycle while you work? Study shows cycling workstations can significantly boost employee health compared to standing desks
erDesk jobs require employees to sit in front of their computers for long hours. However, sitting for long periods can increase a person’s risk of diseases. As a preventive method, research recommends cycling workstations. A systematic review published in the journal Occupational & Environmental Medicine found that cycling workstations may be healthier than standing versions because […]
05/23/2019
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By Michelle Simmons
Short duration, high-intensity resistance exercise training programs can dramatically improve insulin sensitivity in overweight men: Study
People who are overweight are often advised to exercise to lose weight. Now, a study finds that this not only aids in weight loss but also in improving insulin sensitivity. The paper, published in the journal Experimental Physiology, suggests a six-week short duration, high-intensity exercise training program to significantly improve insulin sensitivity, as well as muscle size and strength […]
05/22/2019
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By Michelle Simmons
Looking to get shredded? Try supplementing with ginseng
People into resistance training may want to consider taking ginseng. A study published in the journal Nutrition Research found that ginseng contains a compound called panaxatriol that helps promote muscle protein synthesis after an intense exercise. Muscle protein synthesis is a naturally occurring process wherein protein is produced to repair muscle damage caused by vigorous […]
05/20/2019
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By Michelle Simmons
A stronger heart, a healthier body: Cardiorespiratory fitness is key to lowering your risk of heart disease, advise researchers
It’s known that a lack of exercise and a sedentary lifestyle can increase one’s risk of diseases, including cardiovascular disease. On the contrary, regular physical activity can reduce the risk of health problems. This fact is supported by a new study published in the European Heart Journal. Researchers from the Norwegian University of Science and Technology found […]
05/09/2019
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By Michelle Simmons
Panaxatriol improves protein synthesis from exercise
Researchers from Japan examined the effect of panaxatriol derived from ginseng on muscle protein synthesis after resistance exercise. They published their study in the journal Nutrition Research. In the study, the researchers hypothesized that panaxatriol triggers the mammalian target of rapamycin complex 1 (mTORC1) signaling and muscle protein synthesis by activating both the Akt and […]
05/08/2019
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By Michelle Simmons
Acupuncture and lifestyle modification work in concert to treat obesity
In this review, researchers from China investigated the potential of acupuncture alone or in combination with lifestyle interventions to treat obesity. Their findings were published in The American Journal of Chinese Medicine. Obesity is an epidemic health problem that is linked to many medical conditions. Making healthy lifestyle changes is important in fighting obesity. In addition, acupuncture therapy is also […]
05/05/2019
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By Michelle Simmons
Only 12 percent of American adults are metabolically ‘healthy’
Being of “normal” weight doesn’t mean you are metabolically healthy, and apparently, only a small number of American adults meet the criteria for metabolic health. A recent study published in the journal Metabolic Syndrome and Related Disorders assessed the general health of Americans and found that only 12 percent of the American population are actually metabolically healthy. […]
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