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When you walk into a gym and look at the platform where people are lifting weights, you’re bound to notice a few things. There is a lot of chalk – everywhere, a lot of voices, lifting straps and belts, and also – tape. Now, typically, you’ll see this on the thumbs or one of the other fingers of heavy lifters, but there’s no specific weight lifting thumb tapeit is there? In this article, we’ll answer that question and more as we discuss why weightlifters use tape. What kind of film is this and do you need it for your sessions?…
Recent Scientific Reports The study investigated the association between dietary insulin index (DII) and dietary insulin load (DIL) with metabolic health (MH) status and serum levels of neurotrophic factor (BDNF) and adropin in Iranian adult population. Study: Association between dietary insulin index and brain-derived neurotrophic factor load, adropin and metabolic health status in Iranian adults. Image credit: siam.pukkato/Shutterstock.com Record Currently, the global prevalence of obesity and overweight has increased significantly. Obesity has been associated with many health-related issues, such as insulin resistance, hypertension, and hypertriglyceridemia. It should be noted that not all obese people have metabolic abnormalities. Globally, the prevalence…
Everything! I am happy to report a more positive mindset. This is part of the reduction in depression and part of the drug reaching its lifespan in my system. I am about 20 days free from the antipsychotic I was taking. I have real feelings. I mean, I feel things in my gut and when I’m on medication, that tingling isn’t there. I had two restless evenings, my appetite decreased (common for me) and I didn’t feel irritable. All good signs. I watch my tolerance levels. How well I tolerate “life” is a good indicator of my stability. A while…
Apollo Brands Pty (Ltd), Under Armour’s official distributor in South Africa, has revealed its 2024 range of catering and innovation products. With an immersive app, the brand highlights three areas of focus in the coming year: Baselayer – For heat and cold. Unstoppable Collection – Be Unstoppable. Born of performance. Built for style. Infinite – The Run Category Collection. READ MORE | Feel The Rush With Under Armour’s New Performance Apparel Basic technology Under Armour’s 2024 collection places a significant emphasis on base-level technology, including Heatgear, Coldgear, Iso-Chill and Authentics apparel. These state-of-the-art base layers are designed to offer a…
Choosing the right ingredients is crucial to achieving healthy and glowing skin. In today’s environment, people value what they use on their skin. It’s important to think about things like being gluten-free, hypoallergenic, nut-free and clean. Gluten free Gluten-free skin care products are gaining popularity due to the growing awareness of gluten sensitivities and allergies. Using gluten-free ingredients in your skincare routine keeps your skin free of irritation and reactions. Hypoallergenic Hypoallergenic ingredients are another key consideration when choosing skincare products for dry skin or any sensitive skin. These ingredients are designed to minimize allergic reactions. Therefore, they are beneficial…
Shortly after giving birth, it is common practice to have a ‘postnatal check-up’, during which your doctor will see how you are healing and give the necessary clearance to resume exercise and physical activity. A postnatal checkup is usually done around 6 weeks after a vaginal birth and 8 weeks after a caesarean birth. Despite the fact that we have just gone through such a major physical and life change, this control is usually quite cursory. While there are certainly exceptions, most medical providers do a very brief 5- to 10-minute checkup to ensure that the bleeding has stopped and…
In health, all roads lead to the liver. Your monthly cycle (duration, symptoms) is a report card for your liver.Pregnancy is a stress test on your liver.The health of your gut reflects the health of your liver. So if you feel like your liver is struggling to do its job, you’re probably right. If you’re still not sure, here are a few more clues: History of alcohol/drug use or hepatitis Long-term use of prescription drugs Sensitive to chemicals (cigarette smoke, fumes, perfumes, cleaners, etc.) Pain between shoulder blades …
Stem cells can differentiate to replace dead and damaged cells. But how do stem cells decide what type of cell to become in a given situation? Using intestinal organoids, Bon-Kyoung Koo’s group at IMBA and the Institute of Basic Science identified a new gene, Daam1, that plays an essential role, activating the growth of secretory cells in the intestine. This finding, published Nov. 24 in Science Advances, opens up new perspectives in cancer research. Our bodies are, in a way, like cars – to keep them running, they need to be checked and repaired regularly. In the case of our…
As always, I’m a little late in recapping some recent reads. I started reading a mix of physical books and audiobooks. I’m terrible at reading non-fiction with my eyes — I need a plot! But on audiobook? I’m starting to really enjoy it! For audiobooks, I use Libby through my library and Libro.fm to support local bookstores. I’ve noted where it is in the recap as it’s a bit of a different experience for me personally… Meet me at the lake by Carley Fortune Plot of a sentence: 10 years after they spent a magical day together, Fern and Will…
Sexual health is an essential aspect of our lives and maintaining it means being informed and responsible. A concern that often arises is the risk of contracting a sexually transmitted infection (STD) when engaging in sexual activities with someone who may be infected. In this blog post, we’ll discuss how likely you are to get an STD from an infected person, giving you the information and reassurance you need to make informed decisions about your sexual health. Understanding STDs STDs are infections that are usually transmitted through sexual contact, including vaginal, anal, or oral sex. They can also be spread…