You might think you know what patients with cancer face when it comes to eating healthy and exercising. But have you heard from those in safety-net clinics? These are places where the underinsured or uninsured go for care. Turns out, they've got their own set of challenges and advantages. Imagine n
Ever wondered if squeezing and moving could help beat the nerve pain from breast cancer chemo? Researchers did, and they found out something interesting. They gathered people who had numbness in their hands and feet from chemo, and split them into two groups. One group tried combining squeezing (com
Let's talk about vibration plates, a fitness trend you might have seen on TikTok. These machines have been around for decades, so what's the deal? Vibration plates vibrate rapidly when you stand on them, making your muscles contract and relax quickly. This sound like a quick fix for fitness? Not so
Winter might make you want to stay cozy indoors, but an early morning walk could be just what you need for better sleep. When the days are short and cold, our bodies can struggle to regulate our internal clocks, making it harder to fall asleep. However, a brisk walk outside can boost your mood and e
We know that exercise helps people with high blood pressure, but what about those who have tough-to-treat cases? This study looked into how short bursts of moderate and intense exercise affect blood pressure right after exercise and over a whole day. Researchers checked out two types of workout
Ever noticed how your favorite song can make a tough workout seem easier? It turns out, science agrees with that feeling. A recent study dug into how listening to our preferred music (PM) during exercise impacts adult recreational athletes. They found that PM can make the workouts more satisfying an
On Wednesday night, a drone attack targeted an oil depot in Russia's Voronezh region. The governor of the region, Alexander Gusev, reported this on social media. He mentioned that Russian air defense units and electronic warfare systems had intercepted incoming drones, causing a fire. This incident
Did you know that exercise might be a simple and powerful tool to fight depression after a stroke? Scientists have found that working out can actually change how our body responds to stress and inflammation. Let's break it down. When you have a stroke, your brain goes through a lot. Inflammation ha
Have you ever thought about how exercise could help improve your memory? Scientists have been exploring a gentle form of exercise called "Yoga-like" to see if it can slow down the effects of Alzheimer's disease. You might know that running or other aerobic exercises can help with brain health, but t
Parkinson's disease can be a real puzzle. This brain condition makes everyday movements like walking or buttoning a shirt a challenge. But it's not just about the body—it can also lead to anxiety, depression, and sleep troubles. Yoga breathing exercises, or pranayama, have been suggested as a potent
