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health-and-fitness19 hours ago•2 min saved

Doctors Urge Expanded Awareness of Hormone Replacement Therapy for Women

Doctors say estrogen replacement can benefit many women by addressing hormonal fluctuations that affect the menstrual cycle, heart, bones, and brain; despite past fears from the Women’s Health Initiative and FDA warnings, updated research and guidance are expanding who should consider HRT, with estrogen levels that can require multiple tests to monitor; it's never too late to start for postmenopausal or younger patients experiencing imbalance.

via ABC7 Los Angeles|

#estrogen #fda #health-and-fitness

health-and-fitness1 day ago•19 min saved

Tiny daily tweaks could add years to your life, study finds

New research from the University of Sydney suggests that small, sustainable changes to daily habits—eating more fruits and vegetables, increasing daily movement, and extending sleep (around 7.2–8 hours) — can measurably improve heart health, healthspan, and lifespan if maintained long-term.

via The Independent|

#diet #fitness #health

health-and-fitness13 days ago•4 min saved

Two Cancers, Three Kids, One Family's Fight to Live

Mission Viejo couple Zak and Cori Salazar, both diagnosed with cancer in 2023, face ongoing battles—Zak with glioblastoma and Cori with pancreatic cancer—while raising three young daughters; they lean on grief-aware parenting, death-doula guidance, and a daily commitment to living fully, even as a scare over a brain MRI led to halting Zak's chemo after it proved to be a false alarm.

via abc7.com|

#cancer #family #glioblastoma

health-and-fitness13 days ago•19 min saved

Minimal Dose, Maximum Strength: Two 45-Minute Full-Body Sessions

Strength coach Patrick James says most people don’t need bodybuilding-level training to gain results. For the average trainee, the minimum effective dose is two 45-minute full-body workouts per week, focusing on generating sufficient mechanical tension and progressive overload to build muscle and resilience without excessive volume.

via The Independent|

#exercise #fitness #health

health-and-fitness18 days ago•12 min saved

Smart snacking: almonds deliver big nutrition with fewer calories than you think

Nutrition experts explain that almonds offer fiber, protein and healthy fats, making them a satisfying, nutrient-dense snack that can curb hunger and stabilize energy; the piece also shares formulas for healthier snacking and argues almonds are unfairly demonised even though they can contain about 30% fewer calories than people assume.

via The Independent|

#almonds #diet #fibre

health-and-fitness20 days ago•8 min saved

Strength After 50: A Practical Plan to Build Muscle and Stay Independent

To counter age-related muscle loss (sarcopenia), especially accelerated by menopause, women over 50 should lift weights three days a week, targeting legs, back, and core with 6–12 reps and 3–5 sets per exercise. Start with proper form, warm up 15–20 minutes and cool down 10–15, progress gradually from bodyweight to weights, and include mobility work and stretching. Also emphasize protein intake (about 25–30 g per meal) to support muscle repair and growth, and adopt a mindset that exercise preserves independence and quality of life.

via Women's Health|

#aging #fitness #health-and-fitness

health-and-fitness21 days ago•14 min saved

From plank to pull-ups: a 76-year-old redefines aging fitness

A woman who couldn’t hold a plank at 59 transforms her fitness with guidance from her strength-training son, proving gradual, structured strength work can counter age-related decline and even enable pull-ups at 76.

via The Independent|

#ageing #exercise #fitness

health-and-fitness29 days ago•15 min saved

Eight Pounds, Big Gains: How a Weighted Vest Reshaped My Walks

A HuffPost Shopping writer tests an eight-pound weighted vest during daily walks and gym sessions for four weeks, reporting improved posture, a stronger core, modest weight loss, and increased calorie burn, while noting usage tips (avoid HIIT with a vest) and comfort from user reviews.

via HuffPost|

#calorie-burn #ensure #fitness-equipment

health-and-fitness1 month ago•15 min saved

Age-proof your fitness: why strength may outrank walking for long-term health

New research suggests core strength and muscle mass are more important for long-term fitness than aerobic exercise for older adults, prompting guidance on aging-friendly routines that prioritize resistance training alongside daily activity to preserve independence and overall health.

via The Independent|

#health #health-and-fitness #strength

health-and-fitness1 month ago•18 min saved

Vagus nerve hype: what science says about bioelectric medicine and health

The article explains how the vagus nerve may help regulate inflammation and influence health through bioelectric medicine, but cautions that many devices and claims lack solid evidence, urging rigorous science to distinguish real therapeutic potential (such as for autoimmune conditions) from hype.

via The Independent|

#bioelectric-medicine #gut-brain-axis #health-and-fitness

health-and-fitness1 month ago•17 min saved

Weight Loss That Sticks: Moving Beyond Intermittent Fasting

New research questions the value of time-restricted eating for weight loss, with nutrition experts (including Michael Mosley) suggesting that sustainable results come from long-term, adherable approaches—focusing on total calories, adequate protein and fiber, whole foods, and regular physical activity rather than fixed eating windows.

via The Independent|

#fasting #health #health-and-fitness

health-and-fitness1 month ago•18 min saved

Stride smarter: science-backed tips to a longer, healthier life through walking

Walking is an accessible, science-backed way to boost health and longevity. The article highlights six practical tips: break up long periods of sitting with regular movement; count all movement (not just formal walks); spend time in nature to reduce stress; take post-meal walks to improve blood sugar; raise walking intensity with a faster pace or hills to magnify benefits; and set clear goals with a framework to maintain progress over time.

via The Independent|

#exercise #fitness #health

health-and-fitness1 month ago•16 min saved

Six fat-loss mistakes and how to fix them, from a nutritionist

A nutritionist and trainer explains six common mistakes people make when trying to lose fat and offers practical, nutrition-based fixes to improve fat loss without resorting to quick-fix diets.

via The Independent|

#diet #fat #fitness

health-and-fitness2 months ago•10 min saved

Six Daily Hip-Strength Moves for Ages 55 and Up

Experts recommend six low-load daily exercises (dumbbell goblet squats, step-ups, alternating split squats, planks, clamshells, and banded glute bridges) to restore hip strength and improve balance for people over 55, highlighting that these movements support mobility and should complement—not replace—heavier resistance training.

via Eat This Not That|

#aging #balance #exercises

health-and-fitness2 months ago•19 min saved

Muscle Gains Without Meat: A Plant-Powered Gym Diet Explained

The article argues you can build muscle on a plant-based diet by meeting calories and protein with whole-food sources (beans, tofu, grains) and prioritizing recovery over ultra-processed shortcuts, using former footballer Jeffrey Boadi’s Plant Fuel approach as a real-life example.

via The Independent|

#diet #health-and-fitness #muscle-building