Tag: exercise
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Chronic Diseases are More Related than We Think
Chronic diseases are diseases that last for several months, require ongoing treatment and have the potential to limit daily activity. This includes diseases such as cancer, diabetes, arthritis, depression, asthma, Alzheimer’s disease and kidney disease. Many chronic diseases have no cure and persist throughout one’s life. For example, while heart disease, such as atherosclerosis, can…
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Five Exercise Myths Busted
Myths abound in the exercise and fitness worlds. Some of these are simple misconceptions while others can discourage people from being active. Many of these myths are perpetuated by members in the health and fitness industry themselves. So to follow-up on my previous post of busting nine common exercise myths, here are five more. 1.…
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Can you outrun your genes for a longer life?
Does heart disease run in your family? Diabetes? Or cancer? Or maybe you come from a family that lives well into their 90s. People will often say it’s in your genes. And it’s not just in health or disease that genes matter. Who your parents are, and their genes, are involved in everything from the…
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Your Doctor Needs to Ask You About Your Exercise
When you see your doctor for a check-up, your doctor will likely ask how you’re doing, check your blood pressure and maybe your weight. If you smoke or have diabetes, your doctor may also ask about those. Rarely will a doctor ask you about your exercise. But given how physical activity is effective at preventing…