The omega-3 fatty acids Alpha-Linolenic-Acid (ALA), which are most commonly found in flax seed, may have beneficial effects on membrane[…]
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Author: Zach Cooper
Zach Cooper is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist and Licensed Massage Therapist who has committed his life towards helping others improve their health.
Marital Conflict Increases Back Pain
When a man or woman is having conflicts with his or her spouse, this can increase feelings of back pain.[…]
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The Upside of Stress: Why Stress Is Good for You, and How to Get Good at It
High levels of stress increased the risk of dying by 43 percent. But—and this is what got my attention—that increased[…]
Read moreCreatine Research
Increases strength and muscle mass Kelly, V. G., & Jenkins, D. G. (1998). Effect of oral creatine supplementation on near-maximal[…]
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Low-Carb Diets Associated with Coronary Artery Calcification
There may be a link between low-carb diets and the progression of calcification in the coronary arteries. In a new[…]
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Running Barefoot Decreases Rearfoot Striking
Running without shoes can have a dramatic effect on gait. A new study examined 713 subjects and videotaped them[…]
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Science of Running by Steve Magness
In looking at a race, in terms of the dominant energy system, the crossover point where aerobic energy is the[…]
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Better Communication from Doctor Decreases Patient Pain
One factor that may influence a patient’s outcome is the ability for his or her doctor to communicate well. […]
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Kidding Ourselves: The Hidden Power of Self-Deception
Accidentally step on your friend’s foot, and it will hurt. But let your friend believe that you intentionally stepped on[…]
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Almonds Influence Depression In Patients with Type 2 Diabetes
It’s possible that some patients with symptoms of depression may experience benefits from consumption of almonds. In a new study[…]
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