CHRONIC DISEASES AND EXERCISE

Chronic exercise in brain diseases

Given the growing segment of the aging population, interest in lifestyle factors and interventions that may stimulate cognitive function in aging and may reduce the risk of age-related neurodegenerative disorders, such asAlzheimer’s disease, is increasing. The claim that physical activity enhances brain function, that is cognitive function, and is therefore associated with a reduced risk of neu...

Exercise capacity in chronic respiratory diseases.

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Food Insecurity and Chronic Diseases: The Editorial

Physical and immunological aspects of exercise in chronic diseases.

Physical inactivity and sedentary lifestyles are believed to be independent risk factors for the occurrence of numerous diseases, including, obesity, Type 2 diabetes, metabolic syndrome, cardiovascular disease, cancer and mental health, all leading to substantial morbidity and/or premature death. It has been found that regular exercise, is associated with better quality of life and health outco...

Exercise-induced myokines and their role in chronic diseases.

Physical inactivity has recently been identified as a major and independent risk factor for the development of dementia and cognitive decline. In addition to the effect of exercise with regard to protection against neurodegenerative diseases, it is well-established that physical inactivity increases the risk of type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular diseases (CVD), colon cancer and postmenopausal brea...