small size LDL has bad health effect compared to large size LDL. small LDL seems to trigger the process of atherosclerosis more compared to large LDL. HDL also comes in various sizes and large HDL seems to do a very good job of hauling the cholesterol back to the liver. HDL also has very good [...]
size of HDL, LDL matters, large lipoproteins and role of LDL – bad cholesterol or HDL – good cholesterol
November 13, 2007 By
isometric yoga
September 15, 2007 By
It is important to understand the difference between isometric and isotonic exercise. Using dumbbells for weight training is an example of isotonic exercise. There is joint movement and muscle contraction happening at the same time. Sometime the body is used as a resistance force. In Isometric exercises the muscles may contract but there is not [...]
Best way to loose Weight low-carb or low fat?
July 18, 2006 By
Diet is only one approach to healthy weight loss. Exercise is another equally important component. It appears that low-carb, high protein diets are not as popular as they once used to be. However researches are still interested in finding out if low carb diet is better than low fat diet ?. One of the recent [...]
Live longer and Stay healthy by washing dishes?
July 12, 2006 By
A recent study by National Institute on Aging shows that active seniors are 70% likely to live longer. This should serve as an important reminder for Couch Potato lifestyles that some of the retirees of baby boomer generation may adopt.Drop that remote: try walking up to the TV to change the channels. Instead of watching [...]
fitness exercise choices – isotonic, isometric and isokinetic
July 8, 2006 By
What is exercise ? exercise is any planned physical activity that is well structured, and is repetitive for the purpose of conditioning and toning any part of the body. A considtent exercise regiment helps improve general health and allows individuals to maintain healthy lifestyle.