LASportsAndSpineMuscle as a glucose sink is an important mindset to have for managing metabolic health. Skeletal muscle is essential for metabolism, thus exercise can mitigate risk for Type 2 Diabetes or pre-diabetes. https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/cphy.c190029 #Diet_and_Inflammation Role of Skeletal Muscle in Insulin Resistance and Glucose Uptake View original post on FB Posted to FB on 2024-04-16 18:22:57
higher levels of exercise capacity, but not omega-3 fatty acid consumption, were associated with lower coronary artery calcium (CAC) scores 30 months later in individuals with a mean age of 64.0 years. “The association of higher METs (metabolic equivalents of task) with lower CAC scores in both women and men supports recommending exercise to maximize … Read morehigher levels of exercise capacity, but not omega-3 fatty acid consumption, were…
Keeping fit and strong. Moving. Eating well. Sleeping well. They’re the things we should be targeting. Prof Peter O’Sullivan https://www.theguardian.com/science/2023/aug/06/good-posture-back-pain-how-to-avoid #Low_Back_Problems_and_Sciatica #Overutilization_of_Surgery #Excessive_Imaging_for_Musculoskeletal_Problems Is good posture overrated? Back to first principles on back pain View original post on FB Posted to FB on 2023-08-06 14:53:05
Let’s put to bed the myth that children shouldn’t lift weights; compelling evidence suggests otherwise for body as well as mind ???? – a meta-analysis of 53 studies finds that resistance training not only boosts physical fitness in school-age kids but also enhances their cognition, academic results, and classroom behaviour. We need physical activity every … Read moreLet’s put to bed the myth that children shouldn’t lift weights; compelling evide…
“in addition to the total amount of daily Moderate-to-vigorous activity (MVPA), timing of MVPA during the day was associated with reduced insulin resistance: performing most MVPA in the afternoon or evening was associated with up to 25% reduced insulin resistance compared with an even distribution of MVPA during the day.” https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s00125-022-05813-3 #The_Inactivity_Crisis #Diet_and_Inflammation View original … Read more“in addition to the total amount of daily Moderate-to-vigorous activity (MVPA), …
High dietary sugar consumption is harmful for: 18 endocrine/metabolic outcomes 10 cardiovascular outcomes 7 cancer outcomes 10 other outcomes (neuropsychiatric, dental, hepatic, osteal, and allergic) https://www.bmj.com/content/381/bmj-2022-071609 #Diet_and_Inflammation Dietary sugar consumption and health: umbrella review View original post on FB Posted to FB on 2023-04-11 07:22:17
> 30% of cases of cancers are likely preventable with improvements in diet and exercise patterns… and improvement in our metabolic health. > 30% of cases of dementia are preventable too. https://febs.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/1878-0261.12772#.Y1r6P2fcoa8.twitter #Diet_and_Inflammation FEBS Press View original post on FB Posted to FB on 2023-04-11 03:05:28
Forest bathing a Japanese concept we could derive enormous benefit from. https://www.brisbanetimes.com.au/lifestyle/health-and-wellness/is-it-time-for-your-doctor-to-give-you-a-nature-prescription-20230406-p5cyle.html #The_Inactivity_Crisis #Mindfulness #Sleep Is it time for your doctor to give you a ‘nature prescription’? View original post on FB Posted to FB on 2023-04-11 02:59:31
nature prescriptions can help to reduce feelings of #depression and lowers anxiety too https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2023/apr/04/prescribed-time-in-nature-linked-to-improvements-in-anxiety-depression-and-blood-pressure #The_Inactivity_Crisis Prescribed time in nature linked to improvements in anxiety, depression and blood pressure View original post on FB Posted to FB on 2023-04-04 10:22:54
“Instead of thinking about Zone 2 as a weight loss tool, it’s more accurate to consider it a way you make your internal engine more efficient. Instead of picturing a six pack, picture a beautiful mitochondria within the cell, operating at peak efficiency.” “it’s actually just exercising at a relatively low intensity for a long … Read moreWhy Easy “Zone 2” Workouts Became the Biggest Thing in Fitness
