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“~36% of adults in US do not engage in physical activity. Brisk walking every day for only 20 minutes leads to a 30-40% reduced risk of a heart attack.”

“2023 Strength training adaptations and menopause Hormonal changes associated with menopause often result in muscle and bone atrophy and a decline in strength, balance, and mobility. These changes are most apparent in the first few years after menopause.”

“Sickle cell disease causes red blood cells to become deformed which can clump together to block the flow of blood around the body. This can cause intense pain, organ damage and can be fatal. After 15 months the boy has no sign of the disease.”

“In times of magnesium deficiency, your intestines try to increase absorption, your kidneys slow excretion, and sometimes magnesium will be pulled out of your bones (this is a risk factor for osteoporosis).”

“Strength Training Must Become a National Priority Hip fractures kill 20–60% of older adults within a year—yet resistance training can lower fracture risk by 30—0%. Two hours of resistance training per week significantly reduces mortality risk, improves brain function, and increases bone density.”

“IL-6 levels are often elevated in people who have depression. The investigators conducted their study using mice that had undergone radiation to destroy their bone marrow, compromising their immune function.”

“They have been described as "mechanical bridges," responsible for transmitting the energy of muscles to joints and bones to facilitate movement. Tendons undergo anabolic, mechanical, and hypertrophic (growth) changes in response to exercise.”