Category: 6. Health

Researchers have pinpointed a pressure-sensing switch on bone marrow stem cells that turns movement into new bone growth.

By targeting the switch, future medicines could strengthen fragile bones in people whose illness keeps them from moving much.

How much do you know about living a long, healthy life? Most of us are aware of the basics… don’t smoke, don’t drink too much, eat plenty of fruit and veg (and avoid ultra-processed food), and get enough exercise. But researchers have just…

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The benefits of strength training for women over 50 are vast; it is so important to maintain muscle mass with age. But strength training should be done alongside cardio for a well-rounded fitness routine. So, we asked fitness pros their top…

• Scientists say they have found a big indicator of how long you’ll live.
• The data suggest that genetics may be the biggest influence on lifespan.
• Experts stress that a healthy lifestyle still matters.

Lifestyle factors play a large role in living…