More Muscle Power Means Lower Alzheimer's Risk
Posted by mittan 11 days ago (http://www.nlm.nih.gov)
Older people with stronger muscles are at reduced risk of developing Alzheimer's disease compared to their weaker peers, a new study shows. Source: Reuters Health Related MedlinePlus Topics: Alzheimer's Disease, Exercise for Seniors
Muscle: 'Hard To Build, Easy To Lose' As You Age
Posted by rodenberger 72 days ago (http://www.sciencedaily.com)
Have you ever noticed that people have thinner arms and legs as they get older? As we age it becomes harder to keep our muscles healthy. They get smaller, which decreases strength and increases the likelihood of falls and fractures. New research is showing how this happens -- and what to do about it.
Muscle Density Linked to Disability
Posted by mittan 112 days ago (http://www.nlm.nih.gov)
Building strength, expert says, might help keep elderly out of hospitals Source: HealthDay Related MedlinePlus Topics: Disabilities, Exercise for Seniors, Muscle Disorders
Top 10 Foods to Maximize Muscle Power
Posted by Jane23 117 days ago (http://www.steadyhealth.com)
It is a well known fact that the foods we put into our bodies are designed to work for and sometimes against what they are intended to do. Understanding how certain foods react to specific syste ...
Hope for Damaged Heart Muscle
Posted by mittan 124 days ago (http://www.nlm.nih.gov)
In lab study, re-engineered cells show promise for cardiac treatment Source: HealthDay Related MedlinePlus Topics: Heart Diseases, Stem Cells
Gene Mutation Is Linked to Heart Muscle Disease
Posted by mittan 126 days ago (http://www.nlm.nih.gov)
Findings shed light on understanding of dilated cardiomyopathy Source: HealthDay Related MedlinePlus Topics: Cardiomyopathy, Genes and Gene Therapy, Heart Failure
'No proof' that muscle rubs work
Posted by donny_blitz 138 days ago (http://news.bbc.co.uk)
There is no convincing evidence that liniments and balms work on sore muscles and joints, according to experts.
Statins May Cause Muscle Damage in Some Patients
Posted by mittan 138 days ago (http://www.nlm.nih.gov)
People with serious muscle aches showed muscle fiber damage even after halting drugs, researchers say Source: HealthDay Related MedlinePlus Topics: Muscle Disorders, Statins
