genetics
This article looks at why women are more susceptible to arthritis than men. It explores the hormonal fluctuations throughout a woman’s life, including pregnancy and menopause, and how these hormonal changes can increase the risk of developing arthritis. Genetic and lifestyle factors like obesity also play a role. The article concludes with actionable tips to potentially lower your risk of developing arthritis.
How much do you know about type 2 diabetes? This article explores seven science-backed facts about this common health condition that many people don’t know.
Scientists have discovered a gene that plays a role in muscle growth and strength gains. Find out more about this gene and how the genes you inherit affect how strong you are and how easy it is for you to build muscle strength and size.
Could adopting a Mediterranean diet slow brain aging? Find out what research shows about the Mediterranean eating style and the effect it has on brain health. With so much diversity, it’s easy to enjoy its benefits.
Have you ever wondered why some people are more flexible than others? Here are five of the most important contributors to how flexible your joints are. Regardless of how flexible you are now, you can boost your flexibility with consistent physical activity and stretching.
It’s no secret that some people build muscle faster and gain more than others, but have you ever wondered why? Read on and discover five reasons, backed by science, that determine how much muscle you gain from strength training.
The burden of obesity on healthcare costs continues to grow. Experts struggle to fully explain why the obesity epidemic is raging out of control. One theory is that thrifty genes are responsible. What are thrifty genes and how might they drive obesity?
Genetic testing for polymorphisms that impact disease risk are growing in popularity, but how much of disease risk is determined by genetics? A new study suggests that genes only determine a small percentage of disease risk. Here’s why.
How much of fitness and athletic capabilities is due to genetics and how much is a product of training and motivation? Studies have looked at this issue and it’s a combination of training and genetics that makes one person get fitter and stronger than another. Here’s how much of a role genetics and training play.
How powerful is genetics in determining the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease? Can lifestyle modify your risk if you are genetically susceptible to the disease? Find out what research shows about how the genes you inherit impact your risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease.
Is obesity more genetics or lifestyle? That’s a question researchers have asked for years and continue to ponder. This article looks at the role that genes play in weight gain and obesity.
Are you having a hard time getting your abs to show, thanks to a layer of belly fat? Why is belly fat so hard to lose, especially as you age? Find out.
