How to slow arterial aging and protect heart health
Doctors outline steps to keep arteries flexible including reducing salt intake and avoiding fatty meals. Eat more fruits and vegetables and perform regular aerobic exercise to boost nitric oxide and blood flow. Maintain weight, control blood pressure and diabetes, and quit smoking to reduce arterial stiffness.
Male menopause debate grows as testosterone decline linked to symptoms
Researchers describe late onset hypogonadism in men beginning in their late 30s to 40s with a gradual 1 to 2 percent yearly drop in testosterone. Symptoms include depression irritability low energy weight gain and sexual dysfunction. Critics argue aging explains many signs and studies show testosterone need not drop with age.
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Chocolate milk beats energy drinks for athletes say researchers
University of Connecticut researchers report chocolate milk aids muscle rebuilding after workouts. In a National Dairy Council funded study, runners consuming chocolate milk showed greater muscle recovery than carb drinks, while experts caution sugar levels and promote all natural milk over energy drinks for youths.
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University of Connecticut
National Dairy Council
National Fluid Milk Processor Promotion Board
Nancy Rodriguez
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Walking Lunges With Stroller Tips for Moms
Jessica Young of EMH Center guides a Mom & Tot Boot Camp style interval workout for new mothers. The routine blends cardio and weight training using a stroller, keeping the child engaged while targeting quadriceps hamstrings and glutes.
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EMH Center For Health & Fitness
Avon
Jessica Young
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