Summary: A new study reports 20 minutes of moderate exercise can act as an anti-inflammatory. The findings could be beneficial for those with inflammatory diseases such as fibromyalgia and arthritis. Source: UCSD. One moderate exercise session has a cellular response that may help suppress inflammation in the body. It’s well known that regular physical activityContinue reading “20 Minutes of Exercise May Suppress Inflammation”
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Effects of intense exercise on the female reproductive system
Women have become increasingly physically active in recent decades. While exercise provides substantial health benefits, intensive exercise is also associated with a unique set of risks for the female athlete. Hypothalamic dysfunction associated with strenuous exercise, and the resulting disturbance of GnRH pulsatility, can result in delayed menarche and disruption of menstrual cyclicity. Specific mechanismsContinue reading “Effects of intense exercise on the female reproductive system”
Inactivity in Obese Mice Linked to Decreased Motivation to Move
Summary: Researchers link physical inactivity in obese mice to altered dopamine receptors rather than their body weight. Source: Cell Press. Starting a regular program at the gym is a common New Year’s resolution, but it’s one that most people are unable to stick with for very long. Now a study done in mice is providingContinue reading “Inactivity in Obese Mice Linked to Decreased Motivation to Move”
On my birthday, I am giving free personalize diet plan for all
Email motherhealth@gmail.com for a free personalized diet plan using the form or via email of the information listed below. Notice that the information requested below are risks factors for many of the degenerative diseases such as age, smoking, lack of exercise and sugar level. HIPPA and GINA compliance laws shall be followed.
Have you lowered your cholesterol through lifestyle changes?
I chew my food more, added probiotics and some supplements (CQ10, folic+Vit B complex, Calcium+Magnesium+Zinc) and always avoided sugar (but still eats 3 bites of chocolates every other day. I breath more, watch my body for any signs of distress (skin issues, pains, lack of sleep, mouth health, sleep quality, urine color, others). I haveContinue reading “Have you lowered your cholesterol through lifestyle changes?”
Folate – Vit B9 deficiency or MTHFR gene mutation
Folate – Vit B9 or MTHFR deficiency has a frequency of 1 in 1.9 . Those with potentially “severe” mutations should check homocysteine with their doctor. Folate deficiency: A deficiency in folic acid (folate) could be linked to MTHFR mutation and is worth checking out. Common symptoms include extreme fatigue, light-headedness, and forgetfulness. Homocysteine is anContinue reading “Folate – Vit B9 deficiency or MTHFR gene mutation”
Swimming, racquet sports and aerobics are associated with the best odds of staving off death
LONDON (Reuters) – Swimming, racquet sports and aerobics are associated with the best odds of staving off death, and in particular of reducing the risk of dying from heart disease or stroke, scientists said on Tuesday. In a study of various types of exercise and their risk levels, the researchers found that participation in specificContinue reading “Swimming, racquet sports and aerobics are associated with the best odds of staving off death”
Physically fit children have bigger hippocampal volume
Neuroscientists have reported they have found an association between physical fitness and brain development in children. The report suggests children who are physically fitter tend to have larger hippocampi and perform better in memory based tests than their less fit counterparts. Children’s brain development is linked to physical fitness Researchers have found an association betweenContinue reading “Physically fit children have bigger hippocampal volume”
Yogic Breathing Helps Fight Major Depression
Summary: According to researchers, a yogic breathing technique could help those with major depressive disorder who did not fully respond to antidepressant therapies. Source: University of Pennsylvania. Controlled breathing practices show promise in patients who don’t fully respond to antidepressants. A breathing-based meditation practice known as Sudarshan Kriya yoga helped alleviate severe depression in peopleContinue reading “Yogic Breathing Helps Fight Major Depression”