Concept of certain illnesses or disorders are often thought to be age related. Not true! Every age range can develop disorders of every kind!Stroke is one of those disorders that are turning up in younger people more frequently. Stroke is the fourth leading cause of death in the United States and a leading cause of […]
Jumping on a mini trampoline (also called rebounding) is a low-impact cardio workout that improves muscle tone and balance while torching 160 calories per 30 minutes of bouncing, fitness experts say. Basic Trampoline Bounce routines as follows: 1. Stand on the mini trampoline with your feet about 6 inches apart.2. […]
Are you out there shoveling snow, dealing with ice and scraping off your car windows? Are you in pain after that endurance effort? Think strength training and a home exercise plan. When that snow and cold is covering the earth are you thinking how easy is having equipment at home? Yes snuggling under the blankets […]
Study after study indicates the very important role vitamin D provides in disease and health. Vitamin D (which often develops insidiously in children) should be on every parent’s and pediatrician’s radar. Many physicians agree.Physicians from the Johns Hopkins Children’s Center state that vitamin D deficiency can be a problem year round, but because sun exposure […]
There is some very good news for those of us who love chocolate. Plain and darker the better! While it still contains sugar, the darkest chocolate has many benefits! The cacoa should be 80% or higher.Chocolate is derived from the roasted cacao beans. The hulled meat of the bean, or the “nib,” is ground into […]
Image Courtesy: Walter Groesel Once again a report surfaced that put terror in many people’s thinking. This time it is calcium supplementation. A recent meta-analysis study suggests that calcium supplements can increase the risk for myocardial infarction. I have read three reviews evaluating the studies. One says that “vitamin D supplements at a dose of approximately […]
Officially known as the Quetelet Index, the Body Mass Index is a widely used clinical assessment to determine the appropriateness of the person’s scale weight. However, this is another theory and just a guideline. Many factors contribute to the overall evaluation of whether a person is actually overweight or obese. Much of that has been […]
Various claims say that most of the dietary cholesterol in Western communities comes from eggs. Mostly found in the yolk of the egg. However, a large study from Harvard in 1999 found no association between eggs and heart disease, except in people with diabetes. Studies since then have similarly vindicated eggs. The unsaturated fats and […]
What are cytokines? Did you know you had them? We all do! They are important chemical messengers. Known as proteins that are produced by white blood cells. They perform serveral important functions. Cytokines allow our bodies to maintain homeostasis. Cytokines can cause the immune system to increase the production of T-cells (for a short time) […]
Born to run barefoot? Maybe. Literally born to run barefoot from birth is the norm in some cultures. The residents live this way easily. From birth may be the clue. Not partaking in marathon running routinely may also be part of the picture. However, adeptation isn’t so easy in those who enjoy running for exercise. Many converts have […]
