Posted by: Guy Dufour
Wednesday, December 28, 2022
As we age, our bodies naturally begin to lose muscle mass and strength. This process, known as sarcopenia, can have a number of negative effects on our health and well-being, including decreased mobility, increased risk of falls and fractures, and a weakened immune system. However, regular weight training can help combat the effects of sarcopenia and provide several other benefits for older adults.
Posted by: Guy Dufour
Thursday, December 22, 2022
What happens to our bodies as we age? A study published in 1981 can help us answer that question. “The Framingham Disability Study II, Physical Disability Among the Aging” looks at many factors and what limitations occur as we get older. This information becomes even more relevant today as the second largest generation, the baby boomers, are now aged 56 to 75 years old.
Posted by: Guy Dufour
Tuesday, December 20, 2022
Insulin resistance often referred to as prediabetes, means you have a higher-than-normal blood sugar level but not high enough to be considered type 2 diabetes yet. If you have prediabetes, the long-term damage of diabetes may already be starting. There's good news, however. Progression from prediabetes to type 2 diabetes is evitable.