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UrduPeople with high levels of body fat stored in their belly or arms may be more likely to develop diseases like Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s than people with low levels of fat in these areas, according to a study published in the July 24, 2024, online issue of Neurology®, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology.
Tag: muscle strength
Study Explores Effects of Resistance Training in Older Adults at the Cellular Level
Aging and related diseases are associated with alterations in oxidative status and low-grade inflammation, as well as a decreased endoplasmic reticulum (ER) unfolded protein response (UPR). UPR is a functional mechanism by which cells attempt to protect themselves against ER stress. Researchers analyzed these proteins in peripheral blood mononuclear cells of elderly subjects and used computer simulation to predict the key proteins associated with these biomolecules underlying physiological adaptations to exercise. They collected blood samples about five to six days before and after the training period and analyzed various oxidative stress biomarkers in peripheral blood mononuclear cells. The study takes research one step further in helping to elucidate the benefits of exercise in this population.
Is weakness the new smoking? Muscle strength tied to biological age, study shows
Muscle weakness marked by grip strength is associated with accelerated biological age, a new study suggests. Results were found using “age acceleration clocks” based on DNA methylation, a process that provides a molecular biomarker and estimator of the pace of aging. Researchers say this suggests potential to adopt use of grip strength as a way to screen individuals for future risk of functional decline, chronic disease and early mortality.
Weak handgrip strength may signal serious health issues
Muscle strength is a powerful predictor of mortality that can quickly and inexpensively be assessed by measuring handgrip strength.
UNH Expert Stresses Importance of Exercise For Seniors During Pandemic
During the pandemic, many people have been getting less physical activity and becoming more sedentary, especially seniors who are homebound for safety reasons. Experts at the University of New Hampshire say it is more important than ever for older adults to find safe and accessible ways to remain physically active to help strengthen muscles, improve balance, enhance their immune system and reduce stress while being safe at home.
Strength Training Improves Muscle Strength, Neuromuscular Function in Parkinson’s Disease
Article title: Maximal strength training in patients with Parkinson’s disease: Impact on efferent neural drive, force generating capacity, and functional performance Authors: Jan Helgerud, Simon Nørskov Thomsen, Jan Hoff, Arild Strandbråten, Gunnar Leivseth, Runar Jakobsen Unhjem, Eivind Wang From the…
Human Growth Hormone Treatment After ACL Injury May Prevent Loss of Muscle Strength
A new study finds the use of HGH treatment in patients that have undergone ACL reconstructive surgery may prevent the loss of muscle strength and weakness.