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Stem Cell Therapy

  The Current Stem Cell Therapy What Makes a Stem Cell? (1:04 – 6:50) There are three qualities that qualify something as a stem cell. A stem cell should be able to self-renew and this is where a cell divides in an asymmetrical division. Every time a cell divides, one of the cells will have the exact properties of the original cell and have the ability to differentiate itself from a particular tissue. When a tissue is injured, damaged, or have lost cells, these cells will renew the tissue that they populate. This eBook is based on Dr. Joy Kong’s Scottsdale 3/8/2018 Lecture on Current Stem Cell Therapy. Read More … [Read more...]

Dr. Bates Discusses Importance of Getting Proper Diagnosis for Injuries

In their first ever "Ask the Doc" event, PRO TO COL Sports System talks to Dr. Darryl Bates, a doctor of family medicine and sports medicine. They discussed the importance of proper diagnosis and getting the right treatment for any type of injury. First, Dr. Bates provides a background of his practice. According to him, he wasn't into conventional medicine because his aim is to provide his patients with holistic medicine. This prompted him to study Chinese medicine and practiced it for a long time. After his stint with Chinese medicine, he returned to family medicine, delivering lots of babies and treating people. Then, he ventured into sports medicine, which he found out to be quite … [Read more...]

Can We Break a 2 Hour Marathon?

Can We Break a 2 Hour Marathon?

Early this year, elite runners Eliud Kipchoge, Zersenay Tadese, and Lelisa Desisa became the first to try running a sub two hour marathon in Italy. In order to accomplish their goal and break the two-hour threshold, the trio must maintain an average pace of 13.1 miles per hour.  To put this lofty goal in perspective, the current world record is 2:02:57 (or 12.786 miles per hour). For these elite athletes, who wore a highly customized (and highly controversial) pair of Nike shoes for the challenge, completing a marathon in less than two hours is doable. After all, their bodies are trained for it. They also have the necessary equipment to pull it off and they did it under ideal … [Read more...]

Why 5 Reps Builds Strength Physiologically

Why 5 Reps Builds Strength Physiologically

Improving your strength is a great way to enhance your physicality. For example, many experts believe that it is the secret to improving your speed if you're a professional runner. But whether you're a runner or just a simple fitness enthusiast, you'd certainly want to become stronger as it can do wonders to your health and body. So if you're doing strength training, what is the recommended number of repetitions you should make so you can get the best results possible? If you're going to look it up online, you'll be confused because there are a lot of different opinions on this matter. Some say it is three reps, while others believe it is six or higher. But if you're going to ask … [Read more...]

What are Macros?

What are Macros?

Human beings need nutrients to survive. Nutrients help ensure our growth and the optimum functioning of our vital organs and provide us with energy. When it comes to performing our daily tasks, there is one type of nutrients that we absolutely need. They are called macronutrients, or macros for short. The prefix "macro" is derived from the word makro, which means big or large. The human body needs macronutrients in large quantities because they provide us with the energy we need to maintain different body functions and to perform our daily activities. There are three broad classifications of macro-nutrients. They are proteins, carbohydrates, and fats. Why Are Macros Important? As … [Read more...]

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Athlete’s Corner

Are You Guilty of Chronic Cardio? Myth or Fact

Many of us believe that doing cardio is the key to being healthy. Because cardio exercises are … [Read More...]

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Chocolate Milk as a Post-Workout Drink? Why Not!

When we say "chocolate milk," it brings images of our childhood. After all, it's quite common for … [Read More...]

How to Solve Muscle Cramping

Muscle cramps and spasms are very annoying. One moment you’re fine and enjoying your life and the … [Read More...]

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We Have Your Back

Custom Clinic HQ Has Your Back in These Trying Times The United States is in the midst of a period of unprecedented uncertainty. As health care prices continue to soar and as we face changes and a possible instability, it is understandable that many of us are worried what will happen if we or our loved ones will require medical attention. Amid this bleak scenario, what can patients and physicians do to avoid getting abused by a medical system that prioritizes politics instead of the health and well-being of the citizens? The answer is simple: not doing what they have done for decades, … [Read More...]