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science24 days ago•7 min saved

Muscles as Endocrine Partners: Movement Is Medicine for the Whole Body

Muscles release signaling molecules called myokines when they contract, influencing immune function, brain health, metabolism, bones, and cardiovascular health. Exercise elevates myokines (e.g., IL-6, irisin, BDNF) and exerkines, promoting fat loss, insulin sensitivity, neuroplasticity, immune surveillance, bone remodeling, and even cancer suppression. A sedentary lifestyle raises disease risk, making regular movement essential for overall health.

via ScienceAlert|

#brain #exercise #immune-system

health2 months ago•42 min saved

30-Minute Daily Walk May Lower Breast Cancer Risk in Younger Women, Study Finds

A small Latvian study of 18 healthy premenopausal women (~41 years old) found that just 30 minutes of low‑intensity walking triggered changes in blood that increase anti‑cancer activity (myokines) and slowed the proliferation of HER2‑positive breast cancer cells; exercising 30–45 minutes at a moderate-to-high intensity produced stronger effects. Presented at the European Breast Cancer Conference, the findings align with public‑health guidance that regular activity may help prevent cancer, but researchers caution the results are preliminary and require further study.

via Daily Mail|

#breast-cancer #exercise #health

health9 months ago•2 min saved

Exercise's Role in Reducing Cancer Risk and Improving Survival

A study shows that a 45-minute session of resistance or high-intensity interval training increases anti-cancer myokines in breast cancer survivors' blood, which can suppress tumor growth by up to 30%, suggesting exercise as a potential adjunct in cancer treatment.

via ScienceAlert|

#breast-cancer #exercise #health

health-and-science10 months ago•3 min saved

Exercise as a Powerful Tool in Cancer Prevention and Treatment

A study from Edith Cowan University found that a single session of resistance or high-intensity interval training can increase anti-cancer myokines by 20-30% in breast cancer survivors, potentially slowing cancer cell growth and reducing inflammation, which may lower recurrence risk.

via SciTechDaily|

#breast-cancer #cancer #exercise

health-and-science10 months ago•5 min saved

Creatine's Potential Benefits for Brain Health and Safety

Recent research suggests that creatine may enhance brain resilience and cognitive function by supporting energy pathways and promoting the release of myokines through the muscle-brain axis, potentially offering neuroprotective benefits beyond its traditional role in muscle building.

via News-Medical|

#cognitive-performance #creatine #health-and-science

health1 year ago•4 min saved

Muscle-Produced 'Exercise Juice' Promotes Nerve Growth

A new study suggests that myokines, chemicals released by muscles during exercise, can promote nerve growth, potentially aiding in nerve repair and treatment of neurodegenerative diseases like ALS. Conducted on mouse cells, the research found that both biochemical and mechanical effects of muscle contractions stimulate motor neuron growth. While promising, further studies are needed to explore the therapeutic potential of myokines in humans.

via Livescience.com|

#exercise #health #muscle-contraction

health-and-medicine1 year ago•2 min saved

Boost Brain Health: Simple Habits and Alternatives to Exercise

Researchers at the University of Southern California and UCLA are exploring the potential of an "exercise-in-a-pill" to provide dementia-fighting benefits for individuals unable to engage in physical activity. The study focuses on the muscle-brain axis, where myokines released during exercise offer neuroprotective effects. Experiments on genetically modified mice with enhanced muscle function showed improved cognitive performance and reduced Alzheimer's-related brain pathologies. This research could lead to future medical interventions mimicking exercise benefits for those who cannot physically exercise.

via IFLScience|

#alzheimers #dementia #exercise

health-and-science1 year ago•5 min saved

Exercise Boosts Brain Health by Accelerating Neuron Growth

A study by MIT engineers reveals that exercise not only benefits muscles but also significantly enhances neuron growth and healing. When muscles contract, they release myokines, biochemical signals that promote nerve growth up to four times faster. The research highlights both biochemical and physical impacts of exercise on neurons, suggesting potential therapies for nerve injuries and neurodegenerative diseases. This discovery could lead to new treatments that use muscle stimulation to encourage nerve repair and restore mobility.

via Good News Network|

#exercise #health-and-science #mit-study

health-and-science1 year ago•7 min saved

Exercise Boosts Brain Growth by Stimulating Neurons

MIT researchers discovered that exercise promotes neuron growth through both biochemical signals, like myokines, and physical stretching. Muscle contractions release myokines that enhance neuron growth, while mechanical movement of neurons also stimulates growth. This dual role of exercise in nerve stimulation could lead to new therapies for nerve repair and neurodegenerative diseases, highlighting the potential of "exercise as medicine."

via Neuroscience News|

#exercise #health-and-science #myokines

health-and-science1 year ago•5 min saved

Exercise Boosts Neuron Growth, New Study Finds

A study by MIT engineers reveals that exercise not only benefits muscles but also promotes neuron growth through biochemical signals called myokines and physical impacts. The research shows that neurons exposed to myokines grow significantly, and mechanical stretching of neurons mimicking muscle contraction also enhances growth. These findings suggest potential therapies for nerve repair and neurodegenerative diseases by leveraging muscle-nerve interactions.

via MIT News|

#exercise #health-and-science #muscle-contraction