Background: Respiratory function is influenced by various factors such as environmental factors, physical training and nutrition.The purpose of this study was to investigate the effects of resistance training and component of Glechoma extract on the selection of spirometric indices in men with respiratory diseases. Methods: Statistical population of this study consisted of men with respiratory ...

Background: The effect of Bunium persicum (Boiss.) B. Fedtsch. on the metabolic syndrome and physical fitness of active people have been less studied. Objective: The purpose of this study was to investigate the effect of B. persicum consumption on metabolic syndrome indices, muscle strength, and cardio-respiratory function in active middle-aged women. Method: The research method was quasi-e...

Introduction: Inhalation of suspended particulates in cement plants is one of the most important risk factors for pulmonary and respiratory problems for workers of these factories. The purpose of this study was to investigate the role of physical activity on pulmonary function among cement factory workers. Methods: This  cross-sectional descriptive-analytical study was conducted among 82 cemen...

Background: Garbage collectors form a large group of municipal workers who have occupational exposure to different airborne contaminants. The aim of this study was to evaluate the respiratory health of a group of garbage collectors who were working in Fars province. Methods: This cross-sectional study was undertaken among a group of 105 garbage collectors and 93 referrent individuals. Subjects...