The main causes of osteoporosis are reduced production of the hormones estrogen (in women) and testosterone (in men) as we grow older. It is most common in women after the menopause. However it can also appear in older men and in younger people, usually as a result of hormone deficiencies, … [Read more...] about The Causes Of Osteoporosis
Best Practices for Weighing Yourself
If you're trying to lose then the very best way to stay motivated to meet your goals is to track your progress. The weighing scale is a great way to see progress, but you want to get accurate results. Here are some tips for weighing yourself the right way. Don't Weigh Yourself Every Day Even … [Read more...] about Best Practices for Weighing Yourself
How Bad is Junk Food?
How bad is junk food? Terrible. Your biggest challenge in eating a healthier diet will not be learning about nutrition, finding places to shop or finding affordable, tasty foods that are also healthy. No, your biggest challenge will be in breaking your addiction to junk foods. If you have … [Read more...] about How Bad is Junk Food?
Is the FDA working with Apple, Google, and Fitbit On Personal Health Technology?
Interesting story that I read on Ars Technica just now about the precertification of software and personal health technology by the FDA. It looks like the FDA is interested in making sure that software and its underlying systems are good for people and accurate for giving people using the hardware … [Read more...] about Is the FDA working with Apple, Google, and Fitbit On Personal Health Technology?
Fast Twitch and Slow Twitch Muscle Fibers
I have had a question that is interesting about the difference between different muscle fibers and tried to get a good answer. Here is the differences between fast twitch and slow twitch muscle fibers and the difference that they make to your workouts and fitness level. One slightly confusing … [Read more...] about Fast Twitch and Slow Twitch Muscle Fibers
