Mummies Reveal Ancient Egyptians Had Atherosclerosis

Health.UCSD.edu – A new study involving mummies finds that atherosclerosis, hardening of the arteries, was common in ancient Egyptians, challenging a belief that cardiovascular disease is mainly a modern affliction caused by current-day risk factors...

Aerobic Exercise Treats Fatty Liver Even Without Weight Loss

Researchers have determined that patients with a sedentary lifestyle who engage in routine physical activities – especially aerobic exercise – lower their risk of nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). The lower risk of problems associated...

Lack of Exercise Worsens Obstructive Sleep Apnea

Not only is obstructive sleep apnea linked to insulin resistance and liver disease independent of obesity, but at least one risk factor is also common to obesity and OSA: prolonged daytime sitting or standing (which means lack of exercise). Even when...

Exercise Prevents Fatty Liver But Exercise Must be Regular

Missouri.edu – A new University of Missouri study indicates that the negative effects of skipping exercise can occur in a short period. The researchers found that a sudden transition to a sedentary lifestyle can quickly lead to symptoms of nonalcoholic...

Exercise May Lead to Faster Prostate Tumor Growth

Prostate tumors grew more quickly in mice who exercised than in those who did not, leading to speculation that exercise may increase blood flow to tumors, according to a new study by researchers in the Duke Comprehensive Cancer Center (DCCC) and the Duke...