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Physiology Friday #215: Sitting Less Improves Blood Pressure

Physiologically Speaking

Welcome to the Physiology Friday newsletter. Physiologically Speaking is a reader-supported publication. When we are standing up or walking around (ambulating), our muscles contract to maintain posture and blood flow increases to meet the metabolic demands of the muscles.

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The Ultimate Cardiovascular Health Guide

Physiologically Speaking

As we age, we have lower levels of nitric oxide (NO), leading to endothelial dysfunction , arterial stiffening, and a rise in blood pressure (hypertension) — three of the primary causes of cardiovascular disease. There are several diets and diet patterns that are known to be “heart healthy.”

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Physiology Friday #237: An Evolutionary Perspective on Why Exercise Promotes Longevity

Physiologically Speaking

Welcome to the Physiology Friday newsletter. Physiologically Speaking is a reader-supported publication. In my opinion, it’s even more important than diet and sleep, to an extent. What physiological mechanisms make moderate to high levels of activity so favorable, especially in our modern environment?

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Physiology Friday #213: Stair Climbing 'Exercise Snacks' Increase VO2 Max

Physiologically Speaking

Welcome to the Physiology Friday newsletter. Physiologically Speaking is a reader-supported publication. Body composition and blood pressure were also assessed. None of the interventions improved fat oxidation or blood pressure. Results First, let’s talk about the exercise snacks.

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Physiology Friday #230: Cutting Sugar vs. Cutting Carbs for Cardiometabolic Health

Physiologically Speaking

Welcome to the Physiology Friday newsletter. Physiologically Speaking is a reader-supported publication. The debate over whether carbohydrates or sugar are the true culprits behind modern health issues has long stirred controversy among nutrition experts, diet enthusiasts, and the general public alike.

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Potassium-Switch Signaling Pathway Dictates Acute Blood Pressure Response to Dietary Potassium

Hypertension Journal

BACKGROUND:Potassium (K+)-deficient diets, typical of modern processed foods, increase blood pressure (BP) and NaCl sensitivity. Hypertension, Ahead of Print.

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Physiology Friday #197: Do Morning Workouts Maximize the Cardiometabolic Benefits of Exercise?

Physiologically Speaking

Welcome to the Physiology Friday newsletter. Physiologically Speaking is a reader-supported publication. Clinically, about 1/3 of adults have metabolic syndrome — a cluster of conditions including abdominal obesity, high blood pressure, high blood glucose, high triglycerides, and low HDL cholesterol.