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Can stacking creatine and β-alanine give you extra gains? Here’s what science says

Co-supplementation with creatine and β-alanine may enhance high-intensity exercise performance, especially in repeated short bursts. However, it offers no additional benefit over creatine alone for maximal strength, aerobic capacity, or body composition.

30 Jul 2025

Patients face vitamin deficiencies years after bariatric surgery

A review reveals dangerous vitamin deficiencies post-bariatric surgery, highlighting the need for improved follow-up to prevent life-threatening complications.

30 Jul 2025

Exercise-based cardiac rehab benefits atrial fibrillation

Exercise-based cardiac rehabilitation lessens the severity, frequency, and recurrence of the most common form of irregular heart rhythm, atrial fibrillation, or AF for short, finds a pooled data analysis of the available research, published online in the British Journal of Sports Medicine.

30 Jul 2025

Study debunks "No Nut November" claims: Abstinence shows no health benefits or harms

A new study in The Journal of Sexual Medicine found that participating in “No Nut November”, a month-long abstinence challenge, had no measurable effect on sexual well-being. The only significant difference was that participants reported higher sexual flexibility, likely reflecting a pre-existing trait.

29 Jul 2025

AI-powered blood test improves early Lyme disease detection

Today at ADLM 2025 (formerly the AACC Annual Scientific Meeting & Clinical Lab Expo), researchers will unveil a blood test developed with the help of artificial intelligence (AI) that identifies Lyme disease sooner and more accurately than the current standard - and that could translate to vastly improved patient outcomes.

28 Jul 2025

Which GLP-1 meds have the most side effects? Study of 60,000 Facebook posts gives answers

Researchers analyzed nearly 60,000 public Facebook posts to identify real-world adverse events linked to GLP-1 receptor agonist (GLP-1 RA) medications. Gastrointestinal symptoms were most common, while mental health concerns and tirzepatide-specific side effects were also flagged.

28 Jul 2025

Research uncovers ME/CFS's systemic impact for targeted therapies

Millions suffering from myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS), a debilitating condition often overlooked due to the lack of diagnostic tools, may be closer to personalized care, according to new research that shows how the disease disrupts interactions between the microbiome, immune system, and metabolism.

26 Jul 2025

Powerlifting through breast cancer treatment shows new hope

LaShae Rolle, 27, is a competitive powerlifer who could squat 441 pounds, bench 292 pounds and deadlift 497 pounds. She is also a breast cancer survivor and researcher and the lead author on a first-of-its kind study documenting elite-level strength training during active breast cancer treatment.

23 Jul 2025

Fad diets and supplements fuel new wave of hidden skin problems, study finds

A new review explains how fad diets and unregulated supplements promoted online can cause serious skin, hair, and nail problems, often before other symptoms appear. Clinicians are urged to recognize these risks and address health misinformation in the digital age.

22 Jul 2025

New antibody therapy offers hope for fragile patients with Fanconi anemia

An antibody treatment developed at Stanford Medicine successfully prepared patients for stem cell transplants without toxic busulfan chemotherapy or radiation, a phase 1 clinical trial has shown.

22 Jul 2025

Vegan diets support high-level training, but risks of muscle loss

Vegan diets may enhance performance in semi-professional soccer players, but attention to protein and nutrient intake is crucial for muscle preservation.

22 Jul 2025

Can probiotics boost athletic performance? Review reveals what works and what still needs proof

A new review in Frontiers in Nutrition synthesizes recent evidence on how probiotic supplementation may impact gut health, immunity, and performance in athletes across various sports.

22 Jul 2025

Can probiotics help you sleep better?

A new meta-analysis shows that probiotic supplements can modestly improve sleep quality and reduce depressive symptoms in people with insomnia, with no significant safety concerns. However, effects on total sleep time and sleep efficiency remain uncertain, and evidence strength varies across outcomes.

20 Jul 2025

Overuse injuries spark lasting pain and mood changes through inflammation, rat study finds

Repetitive reaching tasks in mature female rats triggered persistent pain-like and sickness behaviors linked to a surge in IL-6-driven inflammation throughout muscles, blood, and the brain. These findings reveal how overuse injuries provoke both physical and mood-related symptoms through a neuroimmune cascade.

20 Jul 2025

Nigerian botanicals restore hormonal balance and fight menstrual pain in preclinical study

Researchers tested five Nigerian medicinal plants in female rats and found that these botanicals reversed MSG-induced hormonal imbalance, oxidative stress, and lipid disruptions linked to dysmenorrhea. The findings support further investigation of plant-based therapies for menstrual pain and related metabolic risks.

20 Jul 2025

Home rehab program improves lung function in bronchiectasis

Findings reveal that a structured home rehabilitation program boosts lung function and quality of life in bronchiectasis patients, reducing acute exacerbations.

18 Jul 2025

Chronic venous insufficiency linked to increased cardiovascular disease and mortality risk

In light of reports from the White House that President Donald J. Trump has been diagnosed with Chronic Venous Insufficiency (CVI), the American Heart Association is sharing important information on the condition and its association with cardiovascular risk factors, disease and increased risk of death.

18 Jul 2025

Social media use linked to declining focus and emotional strain in youth

The use of social media is contributing to declining attention spans, emotional volatility, and compulsive behaviors among young people, reveals a new report by Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore) and Singapore-based research agency Research Network, in collaboration with US-based AI platform ListenLabs.ai.

18 Jul 2025

Maybe it’s not just aging. Maybe it’s anemia.

Gary Sergott felt weary all the time. "I'd get tired, short of breath, a sort of malaise," he said. He was cold even on warm days and looked pale with dark circles under his eyes.

17 Jul 2025

People with Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia benefit from exercise yet lack personalized guidance

Personalized exercise guidance is needed for people living with Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), the most common type of blood cancer, according to a new study led by the University of Surrey.

15 Jul 2025

Fatigue News and Research

Can stacking creatine and β-alanine give you extra gains? Here’s what science says

Patients face vitamin deficiencies years after bariatric surgery

Exercise-based cardiac rehab benefits atrial fibrillation

Study debunks "No Nut November" claims: Abstinence shows no health benefits or harms

AI-powered blood test improves early Lyme disease detection

Which GLP-1 meds have the most side effects? Study of 60,000 Facebook posts gives answers

Research uncovers ME/CFS's systemic impact for targeted therapies

Powerlifting through breast cancer treatment shows new hope

Fad diets and supplements fuel new wave of hidden skin problems, study finds

New antibody therapy offers hope for fragile patients with Fanconi anemia

Vegan diets support high-level training, but risks of muscle loss

Can probiotics boost athletic performance? Review reveals what works and what still needs proof

Can probiotics help you sleep better?

Overuse injuries spark lasting pain and mood changes through inflammation, rat study finds

Nigerian botanicals restore hormonal balance and fight menstrual pain in preclinical study

Home rehab program improves lung function in bronchiectasis

Chronic venous insufficiency linked to increased cardiovascular disease and mortality risk

Social media use linked to declining focus and emotional strain in youth

Maybe it’s not just aging. Maybe it’s anemia.

People with Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia benefit from exercise yet lack personalized guidance

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