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06 Apr

Posted at 23:50h in Exercise, Gut Health

Research shows that increasing the diversity of gut-friendly bacteria is one of the many benefits of exercise for digestive health. We all know that exercise is good for us, but did you know that exercise might actually alter the bacterial composition of your digestive system, helping...

06 Apr

Posted at 23:46h in Exercise, Fatigue

Being active is fundamental to feeling good, but it can be difficult when faced with fatigue, pain, and mental fog. Graded exercise gets you moving gradually and just may be the best exercise for chronic fatigue syndrome. People with chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) suffer from excessive...

06 Apr

Posted at 23:43h in Alzheimer's, Brain Health, Exercise

Resistance training trumps aerobics for preventing mild cognitive impairment and Alzheimer’s. You probably know regular exercise lowers the risk of mild cognitive impairment, or “pre-dementia,” and Alzheimer’s, but do you know which exercise is best for brain health? Step off the treadmill and pick up some...

06 Apr

Posted at 23:40h in Exercise, Neurological Disease

While Parkinson’s disease impairs motor functioning and can make it difficult to be active, studies show that exercising regularly can increase balance, reduce falls, and improve gait. Try enjoyable, effective activities like tai chi or dance for your Parkinson’s treatment. As Parkinson’s disease progresses, it becomes...

06 Apr

Posted at 23:37h in Depression, Exercise, Lifestyle

You’ve likely heard that staying active can help improve your mood. But how does exercise help depression? Exercise doesn’t just boost compounds that are beneficial for the brain; this new study shows that exercise also helps the body to protect against harmful substances. We have all...