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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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Hiking: 10 physical and mental health benefits

The Sporting

10 Health Benefits of Hiking Hiking isn't just a way to relax. It offers a wide range of benefits, and can dramatically improve both your physical and mental health. Even a short hike can give you a nice workout and boost your health. This can lead to health issues, including diabetes, heart disease, and high blood pressure.

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Vitamin E Tocotrienols and Bone Health

Designs for Health

Bone health is a contributor to healthy aging. According to the World Health Organization, there are approximately 22 million women who have osteopenia and 8 million women who have osteoporosis within the U.S. Vitamin E consists of two subgroups called tocopherols and tocotrienols, along with their corresponding isomers (?

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Mindful Movement: Best Exercises to Elevate Your Mental Health

The Sporting

Studies show that exercise of around 45 minutes two to five days a week can significantly improve mental health and physical fitness. We are also flooded with influencers telling us that we should move more, so what are the best types of exercise to help with your mental health and what are the key benefits associated with them?

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5 Components Of Physical Fitness

PLT4M

There are 5 components of physical fitness that are essential for overall health and well-being. These components are cardiovascular endurance, muscular strength, muscular endurance, flexibility, and body composition. Achieving and maintaining a healthy body composition is important for overall health.

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Erythritol Rebuttal

Designs for Health

Commentary on the 2023 study: “The artificial sweetener erythritol and cardiovascular event risk” by Witkowski M., has investigated correlations between various plasma “metabolomics,” including sugar alcohols, such as erythritol (ET), and cardiovascular disease (CVD) events.¹ Erythritol functional roles in oral-systemic health.

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The Benefits of Green Tea Polyphenols on the Immune System

Designs for Health

Epidemiological studies indicate that green tea consumption is associated with several health-promoting benefits, including the support of healthy body weight and cardiovascular health. EGCg may also support a healthy gastrointestinal microbial environment , thereby supporting overall immune health.