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According to a recent Finnish study, high levels of sedentary behaviour and physical inactivity from childhood strain the heart in adolescence. High cardiac workload predicts heart failure and other heart diseases. In light of the findings, increasing moderate and vigorous physical activity from childhood onwards is particularly important in preventing heart diseases. In a collaborative study by the Faculty of Sport Sciences at the University of Jyväskylä and the Institute of Biomedicine at the University of Eastern Finland, sedentary behaviour and physical activity were followed from childhood to adolescence for eight years. The study showed that adolescents accumulating high levels of sedentary behaviour and low levels of moderate to vigorous physical activity from childhood onwards had a higher cardiac workload in adolescence. Cardiac workload was particularly high in adolescents accumulating low levels of vigorous physical activity. The research was based on the ongoing Physical Activity and Nutrition in Children (PANIC) study in Kuopio. https://lnkd.in/dVJ687NA

Here is the first published article of four on my PhD project outcomes on OBM Integrative and Complementary Medicine - Issue: Mind-Body Approaches that are Revolutionising the Health Field https://lnkd.in/e42jrz8E

📣 I’m delighted to share that our latest publication, “The Influence of Resistance Training on Inflammatory Markers, Body Composition, and Functional Capacity in Healthy Older Adults: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis,” is now available in Archives of Gerontology and Geriatrics (IF: 3.5) 🔍 Key Highlights: Our systematic review and meta-analysis examined the effects of resistance training on inflammatory markers, body composition, and functional capacity in healthy older adults. ▪️Key Findings: • Significant Reduction in inflammatory markers such as CRP, suggesting that regular resistance training helps mitigate age-related inflammation. • Improvements in Body Composition: Resistance training led to increased lean mass and reduced fat mass, highlighting its role in combating sarcopenia and promoting healthier aging. • Enhanced Functional Capacity: Participants experienced notable gains in strength, mobility, and overall physical performance, which are critical for maintaining independence in later life. I have Prof. Sajad Ahmadizad (PhD), Dr. minoo bassami, Shayan Setayesh, Meraj Mirzaei, and Dr. Rasul Mohammad Rahimi to thanks for their invaluable contributions. Also, I would like to extend my deepest gratitude to Prof. Lars Donath for his critical guidance throughout this project. 🔗 You can have access via the link: https://lnkd.in/dnMkcgG9 #HealthyAging #ResistanceTraining #MetaAnalysis #OlderAdults #ExerciseScience #Research

Daily Blueberry Consumption Linked to Improved Heart and Brain Function🍇🧠 A recent study by researchers from King's College London, led by Ana Rodriguez-Mateos PhD RNutr FRSC FHEA, revealed important benefits of daily wild blueberry intake for older adults. The findings highlight significant improvements in both vascular and cognitive health, offering a promising natural approach to support aging populations. Key Highlights: ✅ Daily consumption of wild blueberry powder significantly improved endothelial function. ✅ Participants experienced a notable reduction in 24-hour ambulatory systolic blood pressure. ✅ Improved episodic memory and executive functioning were observed in older adults. ✅ Higher levels of beneficial polyphenol metabolites were detected, showcasing the bioavailability of blueberry polyphenols. Read more: https://lnkd.in/dJ5vMw9E. Join #PolyphenolsApplications 2024 this September in Milan where speakers will cover the role of polyphenols in several diseases and medical conditions. #PolyphenolsWorldCongress #PolyphenolsApplications2024 #polyphenols #innovation #foodscience #bioactives #flavonoids #wildblueberries

☑️ *READ ABSTRACT BELOW:* Purpose of review: What are the latest enhanced recovery elements for cesarean delivery? Recent findings: Enhanced recovery after cesarean delivery (ERAC) provides an evidenced-based system to improve maternal outcomes, functional recovery, maternal-infant bonding, and patient experience. Postsurgical recovery has evolved from a one-dimensional pain score to a holistic multidimensional approach emphasizing faster functional recovery. ERAC involves multidisciplinary efforts of the anesthesiologist, obstetrician, nursing, hospital, and patient. Components of ERAC include preoperative patient education, limited fasting, carbohydrate load, limiting opioids intra- and postoperatively, using scheduled non-opioid analgesics and supplementing with advanced therapies for women at higher risk for pain. ERAC protocols reduce opioid consumption, reduce length of stay, and improve maternal and neonatal outcomes. Summary: Implementing ERAC standardized care will likely be the most important change you can make in your practice to improve outcomes, improve quality care, help address racial disparities, and minimize opioid exposure and potential for addiction. Patel K, Zakowski M. Enhanced Recovery After Cesarean: Current and Emerging Trends. Curr Anesthesiol Rep. 2021;11(2):136-144. doi: 10.1007/s40140-021-00442-9. Epub 2021 Mar 2. PMID: 33679253; PMCID: PMC7921280. #Gesundheit #Bildung #Fuehrung #Coaching #Mindset #Motivation #Gehirn #Neuroscience #Psychologie #Persoenlichkeitsentwicklung #Kindheit #KeyNoteSpeaker #Humangenetik #Biochemie #Neuroleadership #Ernaehrung #Transformation #Stress #Demografie #Gender #Age #interkulturelleKompetenz #Epigenetik #Veraenderung #EmotionaleIntelligenz #Change #Gesellschaft #Organisationsentwicklung #Philosophie #Beratung # Quantum

The Acute and Chronic Effects of Lion's Mane Mushroom Supplementation on Cognitive Function, Stress and Mood in Young Adults: A Double-Blind, Parallel Groups, Pilot Study PMID: 38004235 Study: https://lnkd.in/gYdBnF5b Lion's mane is an edible mushroom that has gotten much attention lately as a potential cognitive enhancer. Lioon's mane has antioxidant, antimicrobial, nerve growth promotion, and anticancer properties, and its constituents cross into the brain relatively easily. Lion's mane has been shown in human trials to improve cognition in adults with mild cognitive impairment and dementia. Still, less is known about its potential to enhance cognition in healthy young adults. This pilot study investigated the effects of lion's mane on cognition in healthy young adults. Participants were randomized to placebo or treatment with 1.8 g (3 x 600 mg capsules) of lion's mane daily after breakfast for 4 weeks. Cognitive testing was done at baseline and then on day 28. Treatment compliance was high at 96%. The authors found that 60 minutes after dosing, patients were faster while performing the Stroop task performance test, and there was a trend towards subjective reduction in stress but not on a stress scale (PSS). For unknown reasons, participants performed less accurately on immediate word recall after acute lion's mane supplementation and placebo patients performed better on delayed word recall than those on chronic lion's mane supplementation. This is a pilot trial; more is needed to draw firm conclusions. However, I don't currently recommend lion's mane for healthy individuals to increase cognitive performance. As we have discussed, the evidence with bacopa is more substantial and supports cognitive improvements in healthy individuals. #nimbushealthcare #nimbushealthclub #lionsmane #brainhealth #nootropic

Is the future of healthcare in training "translational geroscientists"? A study in The Journals of Gerontology explores this intriguing concept: https://buff.ly/3Y5d6yY As a future doctor focused on proactive medicine, I'm fascinated by the potential of geroscience interventions to revolutionize healthcare for older adults. The study highlights the need for a new breed of clinical researchers who can: • Conduct early-stage clinical trials • Target fundamental aging processes • Improve human health span The goal? To delay, prevent, or even reverse a wide range of age-related chronic diseases and conditions. What excites me most is the shift from treating individual diseases to targeting integrative, multisystem phenotypes of aging. It's a holistic approach that could transform care for older adults. Do you think this approach could be the key to healthier aging, or am I overlooking potential drawbacks? The study emphasizes four key training domains for these future geroscientists: 1. Clinical research 2. Geriatric medicine 3. Geriatric clinical research 4. Geroscience-specific knowledge This multidisciplinary approach could lead to breakthroughs in maintaining health and independence in older adults. As someone passionate about proactive medicine, I see immense potential in this field. It's not just about adding years to life, but life to years. #GeroscientistTraining #HealthyAging #ProactiveMedicine

Research is the basis of science. Medical science is no exception– we deal with lives here! Proper research shapes as well as revolutionizes diagnosis. It helps us deliver better care. Research is indispensable, especially in the case of women's health, because women's physiology is not the same as men's. And because it's not one or two but a variety of factors that are directly responsible for women's health. ●      Early childbearing ●      Multiple and frequent pregnancies ●      Poor menstrual hygiene ●      Malnutrition ●      Insufficient diet ●      Menopause ●      Anxiety and depression Studies like the Women's Health Initiative have revolutionized healthcare by shedding light on crucial aspects of women's health, From hormone therapy to heart disease prevention. One groundbreaking example is the discovery of the link between hormone replacement therapy and increased risk of breast cancer and heart disease. This finding, published in the Journal of the American Medical Association, Which led to a paradigm shift in treatment guidelines, ensuring safer options for women. Moreover, collaborative efforts like the Global Consortium for Women's Brain Health have accelerated progress in understanding conditions like Alzheimer's, Which disproportionately affects women. Similarly, recent research on gender-specific differences in cardiovascular disease has highlighted the importance of tailored prevention and treatment strategies for women, reducing mortality rates significantly. Collaboration is key to accelerating progress in this field. Only by joining forces across disciplines can we utilize the diverse expertise needed to tackle complex health challenges head-on. Every breakthrough brings us closer to a future where all women have access to the care and support they deserve. #NEETPG #next #fmge #inicet #mcq #MBBS #mbbsstudent #studyhacks #ObstetricsBook #MedicalStudents #MedicalStudies #MD #MS #MCH #BlogPost #PostGrads #obstetricslearning #DCD #nursingstudent #MedicalBooks #TextBookOfObstetrics #textbookofgynecology #bscnursingfirstyearbooks #bsc nursing #MScNursing #GynecologyBook #chandrachur #chandrachurkonar #drroshinip

Brittany Wright OD, MS, FAAO, (University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus) identifies sociodemographic, economic and environmental factors affecting #GlaucomaCare, and stresses how these variables may affect patient outcomes more than treatment. Medical and surgical management have allowed #EyeCareProfessionals to slow disease progression and reduce the functional #VisionLoss that occurs with time among patients with #Glaucoma, and yet, #SocialDeterminants continue to wield a significant influence over overall disease outcomes. As #Healthcare shifts to a more quality-based system, nonmedical factors affecting #PatientOutcomes have garnered more attention. According to public health studies, socioeconomic factors, environment, and lifestyle determine 80% of a patient’s overall health (40%, 10%, and 30%, respectively), leaving only 20% impacted by direct care.1 While #Optometrists may not have extensive training in sociology or public health, it is important for clinicians to understand how these social determinants affect glaucoma outcomes when providing care. Read more: https://bit.ly/3Yq8Ry3 #GlaucomaManagement #GlaucomaAwareness #Optometry #Optometrist #EyeDoctor #EyeHealth #EyeCare #PatientHealth #HCSM #GlaucomaProgression #PublicHealth #HealthEquity #SocialDeterminants

Please read this Very Important !! "In Medical college, Professor was teaching clinical medicine to students in the fourth year of medicine, he asked the following question: "What are the causes of mental confusion in the elderly?" Some answer: "Tumors in the head". he answered: No! Others suggest: "Early symptoms of Alzheimer's". he answered again: No! With each rejection of their answers, their responses dry up. And they were even more open-mouthed, when he listed the most common cause: - dehydration It may sound like a joke; but it isn't. People over 60 generally stop feeling thirsty and consequently, stop drinking fluids. When no one is around to remind them to drink fluids, they quickly dehydrate. Dehydration is severe and affects the entire body. It may cause abrupt mental confusion, a drop in blood pressure, increased heart palpitations, angina (chest pain), coma and even death. This habit of forgetting to drink fluids, begins at age 60, when we have just over 50% of the water we should have in our bodies. People over 60 have a lower water reserve. This is part of the natural aging process. But there are more complications. Although they are dehydrated, they don't feel like drinking water, because their internal balance mechanisms don't work very well. Conclusion: People over 60 years old dehydrate easily, not only because they have a smaller water supply; but also because they do not feel the lack of water in the body. Although people over 60 may look healthy, the performance of reactions and chemical functions can damage their entire body. So here are two alerts: 1) Get into the habit of drinking liquids. Liquids include water, juices, teas, coconut water, soups, and water-rich fruits, such as watermelon, melon, peaches and pineapple; Orange and tangerine also work. The important thing is that, every two hours, you must drink some liquid. Remember this! 2) Alert for family members: constantly offer fluids to people over 60. At the same time, observe them. If you realize that they are rejecting liquids and, from one day to the next, they are irritable, breathless or display a lack of attention, these are almost certainly recurrent symptoms of dehydration. Inspired to drink more water now?? Send this information out to others. Your friends and family need to know for themselves and help you to be healthier and happier. *It's good to share with people over 60* Good information for Sr.Citizens please take care my friends.👍👍