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Yoga and Meditation May Trigger Helpful Altered States of Consciousness

Jul 24, 2024 · UHN Staff · Mobility & Fitness

Yoga, meditation, and similar practices are often thought of as paths to relaxation and stress management. However, a surprising number of people who engage in these behaviors experience altered states of consciousness, according to a study published in the journal Mindfulness and led by Matthew Sacchet, PhD, director of the … Read More

Can Yoga Do for Your Memory What It Does So Well for Your Mood and Muscles?

Jul 24, 2024 · UHN Staff · Mobility & Fitness

An estimated 35 million people in the United States practice yoga in their homes, yoga studios, schools, recreation centers, parks, senior centers, and just about any where they can roll out a mat and strike a pose—or, rather, dozens of poses. For people who can’t get up and down on … Read More

Newsbites: Cognitive decline; intermittent fasting and weight loss; physical activity and depression.

Jul 24, 2024 · Judith C. Thalhaimer, RD, LDN · Mobility & Fitness

Eating Fruits and Vegetables May Lower Risk for Cognitive Decline Research has suggested an association between eating fruits and vegetables and better brain health. A recent study attempted to narrow down which fruits and vegetables, if any, are most closely associated with maintaining cognitive health. Scientists analyzed the results of … Read More

Best Foods for Bone Health

Jul 24, 2024 · UHN Staff · Mobility & Fitness

A 2015 USDA review of America’s eating patterns revealed that those who eat a diet high in fruits, vegetables, nuts, dairy, lean proteins, and whole grains have better bone health. Maintaining strong and healthy bones is a cornerstone of healthy aging, and it requires a combination of proper nutrition, adequate … Read More

Newsbriefs: Heart device; sweetened drinks and Afib; stroke and depression; how to move more

Jun 26, 2024 · Kate Brophy · Mobility & Fitness

Heart Device Recall The U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) has announced a recall of the HeartMate II and HeartMate 3 left ventricular assist devices (LVADs) after the devices were tied to 273 known injuries and 14 deaths. However, as of late April, the two devices are not being removed … Read More

Shoulder Replacement: Your Options

Jun 26, 2024 · Kate Brophy · Mobility & Fitness

It isn’t just the hips and knees that are at risk of osteoarthritis as you age—the shoulders also are vulnerable. As with the hips and knees, joint replacement may be a solution if conservative treatment approaches aren’t sufficiently relieving pain, swelling, and stiffness in the affected shoulder. The procedure also … Read More

Frontline: Breast cancer recurrence; benefits from a daily walk; gender discrimination

May 23, 2024 · Rochelle Nataloni · Mobility & Fitness

Adding a Drug to Hormone Therapy Reduced the Risk of Breast Cancer Recurrence A new treatment approach that combines a drug with hormone therapy significantly increased the amount of time a person with stage 2 or 3 HR-positive, HER2-negative early breast cancer can live without the cancer returning, according to … Read More

Adopt These Coping Strategies so Stress Won’t Make You Sick

May 23, 2024 · Rochelle Nataloni · Mobility & Fitness

Stress is a natural response to challenging situations, and not all stress is harmful. However, chronic or excessive stress can have negative effects on physical and mental health. This is especially true for women who, studies show, are more stressed than men, especially during perimenopause and menopause. Managing stress through … Read More

Venting and Physical Exertion May Fuel Feelings of Anger

May 23, 2024 · UHN Staff · Mobility & Fitness

For some people, going on a long run or walk when they are angry might seem like a helpful way to manage those difficult feelings. For others, just venting and letting those angry emotions out might feel like the right decision. But research published recently in the journal Clinical Psychology … Read More

Kundalini Yoga Improves Cognition and Memory

May 23, 2024 · UHN Staff · Mobility & Fitness

A UCLA Health study found that Kundalini yoga improved cognition and memory in older women at risk of Alzheimer’s disease, with benefits not seen in a group receiving standard memory training. Women have about twice the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease compared with men due to several factors, including longer … Read More

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