How to: keep your joints healthy for lifeJohnson, Alison
Exercise also promotes the flow of fluid in the joints. This fluid carries nutrients that keep the cartilage (and the whole joint) healthy, Linde says. The cartilage itself doesn't have a blood supply, so it needs this fluid to get oxygen and other nutrients. When you load a joint, flui...
The important role played by collagen in your joints and bones. How to supplement collagen for bone health. Should you take hydrolysed collagen? Your joints and bones are full of collagen, so could collagen-containing supplements help keep them in good condition? If so, ...
Here’s what you should know about how to keep your dog’s joints healthy, including the causes and symptoms of joint pain, breeds that are prone to joint-related injuries, and treatment options such as hip and joint supplements for dogs. Causes & Types of Dog Joint Pain There are two ...
It’s time to learn more about what is going wrong with your hip. The Main Causes of Hip Problems • Osteoarthritis (OA) — The most common cause of hip problems known as the “wear-and-tear” form of arthritis usually strikes the weight-bearing joints after the age of forty-five. ...
2. Keep the left leg straight and bend the right leg slightly at the knee, bringing the foot closer to the body. 3. Pull the abdominal muscles inward by imagining the belly button pulling down toward the floor. Doing this should bring the lower bac...
Oily fish like salmon are high in heart-healthyomega-3sthat can helpslash inflammation,boost brain health, potentiallyreduce your risk for depressionandkeep your heart strong. Opt forwild-caught salmonwhenever possible, and try to squeeze a few servings into your week by enjoying it as a savory...
Form Tip:The hack squat is ideal for accumulating mechanical tension, which is very effective forhypertrophy(muscle growth). (2) To keep the working muscles under tension, stop just shy of fully extending or straightening your legs, and keep your knee and hip joints slightly flexed (before loc...
Along with cardio exercise and a healthy eating plan, strength training can be an effective part of a weight-loss program. But most people who exercise regularly gain only a few pounds of muscle. That's not enough to make a major difference in your metabolic rate. Your large organs — you...
A tweaked back, a crick in your neck—aches and pains may seem like part of life. But they don't have to be. Whether you're a weekend warrior or working from home, here are eight tips to keep your joints healthy and happy.