Y.E.S. Fitness "Functional Longevity" Podcast
Episode 237 - How stems of trees are a symbol of hope for a prolonged healthy life!
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1:02 – Today we will talk about stems of trees are a symbol of hope for a prolonged healthy life a stem cell is like the stem of a tree.
2:37 – Today we are going to talk about stem cell exhaustion.
2:55 – It can branch out becoming different types of cells such as; skin, nerve, fat or muscle cells.
3:50 – Stem cell exhaustion refers to a decline in stem cell numbers and renewal capacity.
4:41 – Cells get damaged and the stem cells can regenerate or repair those cells.
6:16 – A study found that obese participants had reduced functionally active stem cells regardless of age.
7:02 – These things can include Vitamin D and omega fatty acids.
8:12- High intensity or HIIT training increases the number and function of muscle stem cells in older adults.
9:26 – Resistance training has also been shown to have a positive effect on preventing stem cell exhaustion.
10:24 – Resistance training increases the number and function of satellite cells in older adults.
11:04 – Muscle stem cells are important for repair and regeneration.
12:06 – There are steps you can take to support stem cell regeneration and prevention of exhaustion.
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