Osteoarthritis (OA) is a progressive degenerative disease of the diarthrodial joints especially those that are weight bearing (Danning, 2013), including the knees, hips, shoulders and spine, but can occur at any joint. Figure 1 contains the diarthrodial joints. OA is characterized by the degeneration of articular cartilage and formation of subchondral bone and new bone …
“Prevent cardiovascular disease, understand the causes, empower yourself to take action” Atherosclerosis is the leading cause of cardiovascular disease and mortality in the industrialized world. Current theories on the etiology of CVD formation include the endotoxin theory of damage to the tunica, the inflammation and oxidation of cholesterol theory and the hydroxyapatite theory of calcium formation. …
Nutrition and mineral deficiencies have a direct impact on health, athletic performance and are a leading cause of injuries. Deficiencies accelerate the aging process and decrease athletic performance by slowing and breaking down biological systems including bone and joints. For example a B6 deficiency, common in female athletes, affects digestion of fatty acids, energy …
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