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Obesity as a Disability

Teen Health 101

A common disability which has been plaguing Americans is caused by obesity, which is the leading risk factor for chronic diseases, also known as non-communicable diseases (NCDs). Obesity, a chronic condition affecting more than 33% of Americans today, serves as a major global health crisis today. Morbid obesity, BMI > 40.0

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World Heart Day Q&A with Stanford Children’s Heart Doctors

Stanford Childrens

With some heart conditions, your child’s cardiologist may recommend avoiding heavy weightlifting or contact sports, so always check with your cardiologist before starting your child in a new sport or exercise program. Moderate exercises include brisk walking, dancing, biking, and recreational swimming.

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5 Components Of Physical Fitness

PLT4M

These components are cardiovascular endurance, muscular strength, muscular endurance, flexibility, and body composition. Cardiovascular Endurance: This refers to the ability of the circulatory and respiratory systems to supply oxygen and nutrients to the muscles during sustained physical activity.

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The Role of the Oral Microbiome on Nitric Oxide Production and Healthy Blood Pressure

Designs for Health

Unfortunately, the activity and function of this pathway can decline with age or in cases of certain metabolic conditions. The role of the oral microbiome in NO production is an exciting new avenue in potentially supporting overall cardiovascular health. This intervention was not randomized or placebo-controlled.

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Mindful Movement: Best Exercises to Elevate Your Mental Health

The Sporting

Possible Relief from Sleeping Conditions like Insomnia When you want your body to perform some physical labour in the form of exercises, such as strength training or cardio workout, your whole metabolism gets boosted, and your muscles are relaxed. Doing exercise regularly helps to boost confidence and improves our looks as well.

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BLOG: Impact of COVID-19 on Cardiac Health in Young People

PE with Palos

While COVID-19 was originally thought to only impact the respiratory system, research has shown that it can also be detrimental to the cardiovascular system, even in young and healthy people. This might be why people with obesity, diabetes and high blood pressure have more severe infections.

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