Loss of muscle mass, particularly of fast-twitch or Type II fibers that accompany advanced age, is associated with muscle weakness, increased fatigue, and a loss of functional independency. Reduced muscle strength in older people has been associated with both muscle atrophy and reduced ability to rapidly produce force, which may increase the risk of falling. […]
Early detections of any cancer can greatly increase the rate of survival. Prevention is the number one method to avoid developing any types of disease. Studies continue to look at whether certain levels of physical activity, losing weight, or eating certain foods, groups of foods, or types of diets might help lower breast cancer and […]
Sarcopenia and osteoporosis have recently become increasingly significant as the population as people pass through their chronological and physiologic age. In skeletal tissue, muscle and bone interact mechanically and functionally. Numerous studies suggest the remote interactions between muscle and bone as well as their interactions. Genetic, endocrine, mechanical and age-related factors influence both muscle and […]
Visualization is a technique of using your imagination to create what you want in your life. It can help us bring more peace to our daily lives. It can be practiced anywhere and any place. With a sincere desire for improvement you can create change that works so easily you will almost think it is […]
If you really need them, dietary supplements can be beneficial to your health. There are blood tests available to determine what you may need. Taking too many supplements can involve health risks. Kidney damage is one example. Most people get enough nutrients by eating a wide variety of foods every day. However, if you have […]
Sarcopenia, is also known as muscle loss. This common condition affects 10% of adults who are over 50 years of age. While it can decrease life expectancy and quality of life, you can improve, prevent and even reverse this condition. Some of the causes of sarcopenia are due to natural consequence of time passing, others […]
The hormones in your body must be balanced in order to maintain energy levels, alertness, appropriate stress responses, mental health, and physical strength. If you suffer from certain health conditions the processes are easily disrupted. Exercise intolerance is a condition which produces an inability or decreased ability to perform physical exercise at the normally expected […]
When you start a new health plan, food choices are very important. While very important, food alone isn’t the total health benefit! We have to exercise, not only aerobically but strength training is critical. When you understand the benefits you just might become more active. Writing in PLoS One, senior author Stephanie Schoeppe and collegues […]
Resistance training is extremely important when it comes to aging, health, heart, bones and muscles and reducing the risk of certain diseases. Resistance training improves the metabolic profile in type 2 diabetes and helps with loosing weight. Researchers at the University of California, San Diego School of Medicine found how just one session of moderate […]
Can you really find relaxation during exercise? Aerobic activity has a great method of eliminating stress. It also benefits our immune system in so many ways. Our immune system is a network of tissues, cells and organs. Its job is to keep out germs like bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites and then deals with them […]
