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Resistance training improves muscle strength and well-being in older adults. The latest research findings uncovered that resistance training led to health improvements in adults over the age of 65, and benefits occurred even when training just once a week. Benefits include improved blood values, muscle strength, and mental awareness. Researcher Dr. Simon Walker explained, “We ...click here to read more

Dietary interventions and regular exercise together improve mood and lower depression, according to research findings. The analysis consisted of nearly 46,000 people and suggests that weight loss, nutrient-boosting, and fat reducing diets can help reduce all types of depression. Lead researcher Dr. Joseph Firth explained, “The overall evidence for the effects of diet on mood ...click here to read more

We all experience bouts of low libido, and there are many different reasons for this including stress and illness. Experiencing low libido from time to time isn’t something to be concerned about, but when does low libido become something you need to discuss with your doctor? Recognizing that fine line between normal and not normal ...click here to read more

Physical therapy reduces opioid use associated with musculoskeletal pain. With the growing opioid crisis, finding alternative treatment methods to reduce the number of patients on opioids can help save lives. There have been many studies as of late that have shown early physiotherapy intervention for lower back pain to be successful in reducing opioid use, ...click here to read more

Here’s more evidence that supports the notion that we need seven to eight hours of sleep per night. Sleeping less than six hours a night can increase your risk of atherosclerosis – hardening of the arteries as a result of a build-up of plaque. To achieve their findings, the researchers looked at parameters of atherosclerosis ...click here to read more

There are many different reasons why we can’t sleep, including drinking coffee late at night, exercising before bed, stress, an uncomfortable bed, and medical conditions. But did you ever think that who you share your bed with could also be a risk factor? Whether you’re newly sharing a bed with someone or have been sharing ...click here to read more

Muscle and joint pain can hinder your exercise efforts. That soreness you feel after an intense workout can prevent future workouts from being as effective, which can stop you from reaching your fitness goals. There are some tips you can utilize to reduce recovery time and optimize future workouts, and by employing these tips, you ...click here to read more

Heart disease and stroke in depression patients increases their risk of death. It is known that depressive symptoms are more common in older individuals and studies have shown that depressive symptoms are associated with a higher risk of death. And yet, many older adults are never treated for their depression. Depression symptoms have been linked ...click here to read more

Experiencing bladder leaks could be a sign of a bladder problem. However, it may also reveal other health concerns. Dementia is a degenerative disease, and although it commonly affects the mind, it can affect other areas of health too. Case-in-point, some dementia patients may experience bladder leaks before they notice cognitive changes. It has been ...click here to read more

Obstructive sleep apnea and excessive daytime sleepiness increases cardiovascular disease risk in the elderly. To achieve their findings, researchers looked at patients with moderate to severe obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and categorized patients into one of four categories: disturbed sleep, minimally symptomatic, moderately sleepy, and excessively sleepy. There has been previous research which linked OSA ...click here to read more

February is heart health month. To ensure you’re working on improving your heart health, we wanted to share with you our simple tips to boost your heart while at work. It can be hard to always be active and eat the right foods, which are critical components of a healthy heart. This is why we ...click here to read more

Researchers have made a breakthrough that could give traditional cholesterol treatment an upgrade. The researchers at the University of New South Wales Sydney uncovered how cholesterol is transported in cells, shedding light on a potential new treatment method that would allow the body to create more HDL cholesterol (good cholesterol). The most prescribed drugs for ...click here to read more

They don’t call breakfast the most important meal of the day for nothing. That first meal in the morning sets the tone for the rest of your day. It can influence your energy levels, your appetite later in the day, and even the foods you crave. But most importantly, it can help keep your heart ...click here to read more

What came first, the chicken or the egg? If you think about that argument, there are valid points to support either side. The same type of argument can also be made when it comes to poor sleep and pain. Does poor sleep contribute to pain, or does living with pain rob you of your sleep? ...click here to read more