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Exercise may protect against dangers of weeklong overeating

Exercise protects fat tissue from changes in inflammation levels and fat metabolism caused by a week of overeating, a new study finds. University of Michigan researchers will present the results of their study today at the Integrative Biology of Exercise 7 meeting in Phoenix.

7 Nov 2016

Gas-filled balloon capsules provide new low risk treatment option for patients with obesity

Patients with obesity who swallowed gas-filled balloon capsules designed to help them eat less, lost 1.9 times more weight than patients who relied on diet, exercise and lifestyle therapy alone, according to new research presented today at ObesityWeek 2016, the largest international event focused on the basic science, clinical application and prevention and treatment of obesity.

7 Nov 2016

Physical activity during pregnancy may help protect offspring from age-related health risks

Exercise during pregnancy may be as effective in protecting the next generation from age-related health risks as efforts made during the offspring's own adulthood, new research suggests.

7 Nov 2016

Vigorous, regular aerobic exercise boosts testosterone levels in overweight and obese men

Twelve weeks of aerobic exercise significantly boosted testosterone levels in overweight and obese men, with the greatest increases seen among vigorous exercisers, according to research presented today at the Integrative Biology of Exercise 7 meeting in Phoenix.

7 Nov 2016

FDA approves expanded use of systemic therapy for treating chronic moderate-to-severe pediatric psoriasis

Amgen today announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved the supplemental Biologics License Application for the expanded use of ENBREL (etanercept), making it the first and only systemic therapy to treat pediatric patients (ages 4-17) with chronic moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis.

7 Nov 2016

Children of undernourished mothers more likely to suffer early aging of the heart

New research has shown that the child of a slightly undernourished mother is more likely to suffer early aging of the heart.

7 Nov 2016

Long-term weight gain may increase risk of obesity-related cancers

Substantial weight gain over many years increases the risk of obesity-related cancers in men by 50 per cent and in women by almost 20 per cent, according to new research presented at the National Cancer Research Institute's Cancer Conference in Liverpool, today (Monday).

6 Nov 2016

Spending excessive amounts of time sitting linked with chronic health issues

People who meet recommended weekly physical activity guidelines are still at risk of developing chronic disease if they spend too much non-exercising time sitting, new research suggests.

4 Nov 2016

Researchers explore correlation between sugar intake and coronary artery disease

What connection is there between food and drink with added sugar and coronary artery disease? Until recently, the question had been inadequately answered by research, but an extensive study from Lund University in Sweden has now contributed important clues.

3 Nov 2016

Scientists find way to predict weight loss success based on the brain volume

If you're trying to lose weight, what are your chances of success? Your brain may hold the key.

2 Nov 2016

Vanderbilt sleep specialists offer tips to manage daylight saving time transition

When daylight saving time ends at 2 a.m. on Sunday, Nov. 6, we set clocks back one hour, and essentially gain an extra hour of sleep—but that extra hour of sleep comes at the price of early evening darkness.

2 Nov 2016

Structure and number of mitochondria may help determine muscle endurance, research shows

We can all recognise that feeling of muscle fatigue after taking a brisk walk, cycling, running or playing football.

2 Nov 2016

HSS conducts survey to assess musculoskeletal health needs of surrounding communities

Hospital for Special Surgery, which has an Outpatient Center in Stamford, plans to increase outreach and educational programs to meet the needs of surrounding communities.

2 Nov 2016

Wearable sensor data could be translated into empirically-verified measures of health risks

Your wearable fitness tracker is great at counting the number of steps you took today, but it could also provide a new source of currency for the emerging health data economy, according to a new study in the journal Computer.

2 Nov 2016

Sleep-deprived people may consume extra calories , study finds

Sleep deprivation may result in people consuming more calories during the following day, according to a systematic review and meta-analysis led by researchers at King's College London.

2 Nov 2016

Low-oxygen environment promotes heart regeneration in mice

Normal, healthy heart muscle is well-supplied with oxygen-rich blood. But UT Southwestern Medical Center cardiologists have been able to regenerate heart muscle by placing mice in an extremely low-oxygen environment.

2 Nov 2016

Three low-carb meals in a day can reduce insulin resistance by more than 30%, U-M study shows

Three low-carb meals within 24 hours lowers post-meal insulin resistance by more than 30 percent, but high-carb meals sustain insulin resistance, a condition that leads to high blood pressure, prediabetes and diabetes, according to a University of Michigan study.

1 Nov 2016

Low-impact exercise program for seniors helps reduce pain, improve mobility and enhance quality of life

It's never too late to reap the benefits of exercise, and that includes older adults with arthritis and other muscle and joint conditions, according to a study.

1 Nov 2016

Alcohol-free berry wine could potentially reduce effects of Type 2 diabetes

Blueberries, and berries in general, are among foods labeled as "diabetes superfoods" by the American Association of Diabetes. Food science researchers at the University of Illinois have found that fermenting berries may improve their antidiabetic potential even more.

1 Nov 2016

Eating plenty of fruits and vegetables combined with regular exercise linked to better cognitive functioning

It's tempting to dip into the leftover Halloween treats, but new research out of York University has found eating plenty of fruits and vegetables, combined with regular exercise, leads to better cognitive functioning for younger and older adults, and may delay the onset of dementia.

1 Nov 2016

Exercise News and Research

Latest Exercise News and Research

Exercise may protect against dangers of weeklong overeating

Gas-filled balloon capsules provide new low risk treatment option for patients with obesity

Physical activity during pregnancy may help protect offspring from age-related health risks

Vigorous, regular aerobic exercise boosts testosterone levels in overweight and obese men

FDA approves expanded use of systemic therapy for treating chronic moderate-to-severe pediatric psoriasis

Children of undernourished mothers more likely to suffer early aging of the heart

Long-term weight gain may increase risk of obesity-related cancers

Spending excessive amounts of time sitting linked with chronic health issues

Researchers explore correlation between sugar intake and coronary artery disease

Scientists find way to predict weight loss success based on the brain volume

Vanderbilt sleep specialists offer tips to manage daylight saving time transition

Structure and number of mitochondria may help determine muscle endurance, research shows

HSS conducts survey to assess musculoskeletal health needs of surrounding communities

Wearable sensor data could be translated into empirically-verified measures of health risks

Sleep-deprived people may consume extra calories , study finds

Low-oxygen environment promotes heart regeneration in mice

Three low-carb meals in a day can reduce insulin resistance by more than 30%, U-M study shows

Low-impact exercise program for seniors helps reduce pain, improve mobility and enhance quality of life

Alcohol-free berry wine could potentially reduce effects of Type 2 diabetes

Eating plenty of fruits and vegetables combined with regular exercise linked to better cognitive functioning

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