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11/19/2018 / By Edsel Cook

Hypertensive patients greatly benefit from aerobic exercise: Study

Aerobic exercise is highly recommended for people who want to improve or maintain their cardiovascular health. An American study indicated that intense sessions of this physical exercise could benefit people treated for hypertension. Hypertension, also known as high blood pressure, is a medical condition where the blood pressure of the patient is constantly high. It […]

11/10/2018 / By Edsel Cook

Aerobic exercise found to have a therapeutic effect on hypertensive patients

A new American study sought to determine if aerobic exercise could improve the central arteries of patients with hypertension. It found out that hypertensive adults who performed acute aerobic exercises experienced stiffer aortas and greater differences between their systolic and diastolic blood pressure levels, leading to an improved supply of blood to the brain. The […]

10/25/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Study: Tai chi is more effective than aerobic exercise in reducing symptoms of fibromyalgia

Tai chi, which has its roots in martial arts, is an ancient practice used to heal both the mind and body. Research has shown that it offers short-term benefits for chronic musculoskeletal pain and mental health problems. A study published in the BMJ found that tai chi is more effective than aerobic exercise in improving […]

10/24/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Tai chi improves fibromyalgia better than aerobic exercise

Research has found that tai chi is a better way to improve the condition of people with fibromyalgia than aerobic exercise. The study, which was published in the BMJ, examined the effectiveness of tai chi interventions compared with aerobic exercise in the treatment of patients with fibromyalgia. For the study, researchers from Tufts University in […]

09/20/2018 / By Ralph Flores

Research finds exercise increases brain size, memory function as you age

Here’s one more reason to start working out — a study has shown that regular exercise can benefit our brain in the long run. The study, a collaborative effort between researchers from Australia’s National Institute of Complementary Medicine at Western Sydney University and the Division of Psychology and Mental Health at the University of Manchester in […]

08/11/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Exercise preserves brain cells and prevents memory loss

Exercise has been known to be essential for overall health. In a study carried out by researchers at the University of Jyvaskyla in Finland, the benefits of exercise on brain health have been emphasized. Researchers found that exercise can help preserve brain cells and prevent loss of memory, cognitive problems, and general problems in memory. For […]

08/07/2018 / By Edsel Cook

Natural ways to boost BDNF levels, a protein that encourages the growth of new brain cells

Brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) encourages the growth of new brain cells while also helping to preserve existing cells. There are many natural ways to raise the levels of this important protein, an article in Be Brain Fit stated. First, avoid factors that lower BDNF levels. Some of these, such as brain-related mental conditions, stress, or age, are […]

07/29/2018 / By Ralph Flores

Work in some extra exercise: 5 easy ways to be more active

Healthy living should be everyone’s priority. According to experts, regular physical activity can do wonders for our health: It helps us control our weight, keeps diseases at bay, improves our mood, and even boosts our energy. Try some of these tips to get in shape without having to go to gym. (h/t to KPWashingtonResearch.org.) Try […]

06/09/2018 / By Edsel Cook

Improve your insulin resistance with resistance exercise

People suffering from Type 2 diabetes have a new reason to take up muscle-building resistance training. In an American Physiological Society article, a Japanese study recently reported that this particular type of physical regimen could increase the effectiveness of a protein that controls the rate at which it absorbs glucose. Resistance exercise could therefore be […]

02/21/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Go for a brisk walk every day to protect your brain

Aerobic exercise, such as taking a brisk walk, each day can help protect the brain from cognitive decline, according to a recent study. In the U.S., approximately 50 million people are suffering from Alzheimer’s disease, the sixth leading cause of death in the country, or other forms of dementia. A team of researchers from the […]

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