There are various types of body composition tests (more on these below). Still, each one measures the percentages of fat and fat-free mass (muscle and bone) in the body. Knowing these percentages can ...

Higher muscular fitness, measured through handgrip strength and muscle power, was strongly associated with higher bone mineral content and areal bone mineral density across multiple skeletal regions ...

Fascia influences pain, mobility, and skin health. Experts explain why it’s often overlooked and how it shapes the way the body functions.

As we age, maintaining muscle mass and overall vitality becomes increasingly challenging. Many individuals face the unfortunate reality of muscle loss, which can lead to frailty, decreased mobility, ...

A variety of foods, including prunes, leafy greens, seeds, and more, provide essential nutrients beyond calcium that support ...

Body mass index (BMI) is a widely-used screening tool to estimate body fat using height and weight. It categorizes people as “underweight,” “normal weight,” “overweight” and “obese” based on these ...

NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Standing on a vibrating platform may sound like an odd way to pass the time, but a new research review suggests it may do the muscles and bones some good -- particularly in ...

When it comes to fueling muscle growth and recovery, bone broth and protein powder often come up as top contenders. Both are rich in amino acids — the building blocks of muscle — but how they support ...

At every stage of life, however, the dietitian advises a nutritionally balanced diet, based on the Mediterranean way of ...