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Circadian misalignment can impact your health in so many ways. From cancer to diabetes, cardiovascular disease to mental health - it's a big deal. Professor Shawn Youngstedt spoke with NPR about research in progress to learn how to synchronize the circadian system better to potentially prevent some of those health issues. #research #sleep #bodyclock #health

As we are in the Mental Health Awareness Week, Erik Peper's article on enhancing your health with biofeedback is a good read. It is packed with ideas of how play helps our health. #biofeedback

Financial health and physical health can go hand in hand. This is an interesting breakdown on how monitoring your heart rate can help your health!

🔹 Exercise: A Powerful Ally for Heart Health! 🏃♂️❤️ 🔹 A recent study from Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) unveils a fascinating link between exercise and heart health. While we often attribute the cardiovascular benefits of physical activity to improved circulation and blood pressure, it turns out that reducing stress-related brain activity plays a significant role too! Key Takeaways: 1. Stress Reduction: Regular exercise lowers stress-related brain activity, which is crucial as stress can lead to inflammation, arterial thickening, and increased blood pressure. 2. Cardiovascular Benefits: Active individuals showed a 23% lower risk of developing cardiovascular disease. 3. Enhanced Benefits for Depression: Exercise was twice as effective in reducing cardiovascular risks for those with depression. 4. Optimal Exercise: For those middle-aged and beyond, focus on fun, social, and moderate-intensity exercises. Overdoing vigorous workouts can backfire! Research highlights that moderate exercise, like walking or playing social sports, not only benefits physical health but also boosts mental well-being. The social aspect of exercise is a “goldmine” for longevity. So, let’s lace up those sneakers and make exercise a joyful, social, and heart-healthy part of our lives! 🏃♀️🤝💪 #HeartHealth #ExerciseBenefits #StressRelief #Wellness #HealthyLiving #MentalHealth #Longevity #ModerateExercise

In today's fitness-focused world, we often prioritize appearance over health. But true fitness is about more than looks. It's about health, longevity, and well-being. But what is the true essence of fitness? The Science of Longevity and Exercise Research shows that regular exercise promotes pro-aging and longevity. Strength training reduces mortality risk by 23%, while cardiovascular exercise lowers cardiovascular disease risk by 31%. Regular physical activity also boosts cognitive function and emotional well-being, reducing the risk of neurodegenerative diseases and improving mental health. Reducing Chronic Disease Risks Exercise helps prevent chronic diseases like heart disease, diabetes, and certain cancers. Just 150 minutes of moderate exercise per week can lead to significant health improvements. A Holistic Approach Shift your focus from short-term aesthetic goals to long-term health. Incorporate strength training, cardiovascular exercises, and activities that boost mental health into your routine for a vibrant, active lifestyle. #TrainForLife #Longevity #HealthyAging #StrengthTraining #CardioHealth #Vitality #QualityOfLife

“Health is Wealth” Nearly 80 percent of Americans lead a sedentary lifestyle. Yet the benefits of just a brisk, daily walk are so vast, it’s nearly the elusive fountain of youth. In fact, studies show a powerful connection between exercise and lifespan. Aerobic exercise is especially important since it raises heart rate and increases circulation. It reduces the risk of heart disease, diabetes and obesity; decreases cholesterol and blood pressure; increases muscle strength, bone density and endurance; and preserves neurological function and mental agility. Furthermore, a regular exercise program has emotional benefits, as well: It reduces stress, depression and insomnia, promotes relaxation and improves self-confidence. Exercise also affords a chance to share activities with family and friends, learn new skills and meet new people. Theses healthful effects intensify as we age, so it’s never too late to reap the benefits of an exercise program Mainstream medicine strongly recommends and encourages a regular exercise program to help prevent and control numerous health problems. The best path to health is the footpath! Try as often as possible to cover distances on foot; take a walk at lunchtime and climb stairs instead of using elevators. Natural healing guide is primarily for reference and education; not intended to replace your physician’s advice.  https://lnkd.in/gKuFyU7C  #qualitykitchenproducts #maketea #abouttea#spiritoftruthspeaktome #andguideme #iamaai #awakenedIsrelite   #scentstimebegan #welevel  #builditandprotectit #createwithoutopposition 

Your heart rate is the number of times your heart beats in one minute. It's at its lowest when you’re at rest and should beat at a fairly consistent pace until something causes it to spike. Resting heart rate is the number of beats per minute it takes for your heart to pump the least amount of blood your body needs when you’re completely at rest. Can your resting heart rate reflect your current and future health? New studies have shown that a person's RHR can help identify potential health problems as well as gauge your current heart health.  "In certain cases, a lower resting heart rate can mean ...reduced rates of cardiac events like heart attacks," says Dr. Jason Wasfy, "However, a high resting heart rate could be a sign of an increased risk of cardiac risk in some situations, as the more beats your heart has to take eventually takes a toll on its overall function." Read more here: https://lnkd.in/gKyrUaj2 #heartrate #hearthealth #healthcare #cardiacevents #cardiachealth #riskofcancer #cancerrisk

Our latest blog explores the symptoms and considerations for individuals living with Parkinson's disease. Despite being one of the fastest-growing neurological conditions, it remains underrepresented. We are dedicated to raising awareness about Parkinson's and highlighting the positive impact of exercise on quality of life and disease progression. Emerging evidence identifies specific types of exercise that are particularly beneficial for maintaining independence, mobility, and reducing frailty over time. We invite you to review our previous posts for detailed exercise prescriptions tailored to Parkinson's. #Parkinsonsawareness #exerciseforparkinsons #exerciseismedicine #clinicalexercise

It’s not too late. Many people say to me, ‘it’s too late at my age” when referring to improving their health and fitness, and I wholeheartedly disagree. Even if you have been inactive all your life, you can still positively impact your health by starting to do something now. Sedentary ageing is associated with detrimental changes in cardiovascular function, including increased left ventricular (LV) stiffness, whereas those who exercise have a reduced risk of heart failure. It was believed that if individuals started exercising late in life (after 65), there would be little impact on the heart structure. A study by Howden et al., (2018) has found that we can improve our heart health even if we start later in life. Participants in the study were between 45-64 years old and were put on a graduated exercise programme for 2 years. The key finding was a significant reduction in LV stiffness at the end of the two years, their hearts were now structurally similar to people much younger. I think this is a fantastic example of how were can take control of our health and longevity even later in life. If you would like any guidance on improving your health and fitness, please get in touch. #hearthealth #performance #cardiovascularfitness #exercise #health #longevity #ageingwell

Regular, consistency, happy, continuous and continuing improvement are all essential for better exercises performance and functional capacity.