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Osteoporosis causes bones to become weak and brittle — so brittle that a fall or even mild stresses such as bending over or coughing can cause a fracture. Osteoporosis-related fractures most commonly occur in the hip, wrist or spine. Bone is living tissue that is constantly being broken down and replaced. Osteoporosis occurs when the creation of new bone doesn’t keep up with the loss of old bone. Osteoporosis affects men and women of all races. But white and Asian

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It can be difficult to motivate yourself to move. Group training gives you the extra encouragement boost you need to get up and active, while keeping your health and fitness goals in check.  Check out the other benefits group training can have on your winter exercise routine. 1. MotivationCatchy music, fast-paced moves and an Instructor with a seemingly endless amount of energy – if you’re ever in need of a pick-me-up, group training classes are your best source of motivation.

Human movement is reciprocal in nature: Opposing muscle groups must coordinate for proper movement. Muscle length and strength between opposing muscle groups need to be in balance for normal movement and function. There are two primary types of muscle imbalances: Body muscular imbalance. The muscles on each side of your body should be symmetrical with each other in size and strength. When a muscle (or muscles) on one side of your body is larger, smaller, stronger, or weaker than the

Omega-3, omega-6 and omega-9 fatty acids are all important dietary fats. Interestingly, each one has a number of health benefits for your body. However, it’s important to get the right balance of omega-3, -6 and -9 fatty acids in your diet. An imbalance may contribute to a number of chronic diseases.  What Are Omega-3 Fatty Acids? Omega-3 fatty acids are polyunsaturated fats, a type of fat your body can’t make. The term “polyunsaturated” refers to their chemical structure, as “poly”

Top animal-based sources of iron include:   – liver (chicken, lamb);  – sardines;  – kangaroo;  – beef; – lamb;  – egg (chicken);  – duck;  – canned salmon. Plant-based sources of iron: – plant foods containing non-haem iron can still provide an adequate amount of iron for the body.  Good sources include:   – legumes (such as lentils, beans and chickpeas); – firm tofu;  – tempeh;  – pumpkin seeds (pepitas);  – dried apricots;  – nuts, especially cashews and almonds  – wholegrain