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Tennis elbow (Lateral Epicondylitis) is a common condition which causes pain on the outside or lateral aspect of the elbow. Golfers elbow (Medial Epicondylitis) is a common condition which causes pain on the inside or medial aspect of the elbow. The condition involves acute or chronic inflammation of the tendons […]
“There is promising evidence that exercise programs may improve the ability to perform ADLs in people with dementia….” forbes, Forbes and Blake et al “In further analyses, in one trial we found that the burden experienced by informal caregivers providing care in the home may be reduced when they supervise […]
The main goals of a warm-up is to prepare your body, reduce your risk of injury and improve the efficiency and optimal performance of your movements. Warm-ups are particularly beneficial when they are included at the start of any exercise session, and again before specific exercises involving one or more […]
Optimal Exercising using the Karvonen Rate ….is a more individualized measurement of your current fitness level. It more accurately measures your optimal training zones enabling you to set a more accurate training strategy and hence a better fitness outcome. Calculation 220 – Your Age – Your Resting Heart Rate Then […]
What are some of the historical applications of the properties of spices? Ajwain fights bacteria and fungi. Carom seeds have antibacterial and antifungal properties. Helps to improve cholesterol levels. Combats peptic ulcers and relieves indigestion Anise improves digestion, alleviates cramps and reduces nausea. Anise tea helps digestive ailments such as bloating, […]
How does exercise affect my immune system? Your immune system is key to fighting threats to your body. It helps deal with, prevent and recover from viruses, cuts, stings, bites, bacterial infections, chemicals, pollution, illness and stress. There are two types of immune barriers and systems in your body: Innate: […]
Your digestive system contains a multitude of beneficial and harmful bacteria interacting to aid digestion. What we eat can cause a disruption to the balance between these bacteria and also the acidity level in your stomach and small intestine. A disrupted digestive system is now recognized as being a factor […]
Amino Acids and their Role in the Body Amino acids build muscle, instigate chemical reactions in the body, transport nutrients, help prevent illness, and carry out many other functions. Amino acid deficiency can result in decreased immunity, digestive problems, depression, fertility issues, lower mental alertness, slowed growth in children, and […]
Your body must injest and absorb nutrients such as proteins, fats, carbohydrates, vitamins, minerals, and water to survive. Your digestive system includes processes like chewing (mouth), swallowing (peristalsis) enzymes and digestive juices (Stomach and small intestine) to break down the nutrients into parts small enough for your body to convert […]
Protein Intake for Older Adults Current Australian Nutritional guidelines for adults of any age recommend 0.8 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight. However, healthy people over the age of approximately 65 need more protein than people of a lesser age to help support muscle mass. In 2013, an international […]