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Adolescent girls with family breast cancer history do not experience negative psychological effects

More and more girls are expected to have to confront breast cancer fears as modern genomics technology makes it easier to detect strong risk factors such as inherited BRCA1/2 mutations.

27 Sep 2016

Exercise can increase endocannabinoid levels even under chronic sleep loss

A research group at Uppsala University has investigated how levels of endocannabinoids - which target the same receptors as cannabis - are affected by short sleep duration, and whether acute exercise can modulate this effect.

27 Sep 2016

High levels of childhood muscular fitness may protect against metabolic syndrome in adult life

About 20-25 percent of adults have the metabolic syndrome and have increased risk of developing both cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes.

23 Sep 2016

Decrease in physical activity and concentration of fish oil linked to depressed mood among veterans

Low concentration of fish oil in the blood and lack of physical activity may contribute to the high levels of depressed mood among soldiers returning from combat, according to researchers, including a Texas A&M University professor and his former doctoral student.

22 Sep 2016

New study aims at integrating healthy habits into routines of tomorrow's doctors

Can activity monitors, exercise, and monthly wellness seminars help medical students improve fitness, reduce stress, and score higher on tests? And, through those techniques, will those future doctors be more prepared to help their patients become healthier?

22 Sep 2016

Study shows maritime pine bark extract may be effective in limiting muscle loss due to aging

A new peer-reviewed, published study shows French maritime pine bark extract, Pycnogenol, may be effective in curbing muscle loss that occurs with aging – a natural process that leads to sarcopenia, a common condition affecting adults as early as age 65.

22 Sep 2016

Bile acid transporter inhibitors can prevent NASH in mice, study shows

Drugs that interfere with bile acid recycling can prevent several aspects of NASH (nonalcoholic steatohepatitis) in mice fed a high-fat diet, scientists from Emory University School of Medicine and Children's Healthcare of Atlanta have shown.

21 Sep 2016

Common genetic variant reduces neurobiological benefits of exercise in mice

A new study revealed that a common genetic variant in the brain-derived neurotrophic factor gene reduces the neurobiological benefits induced by physical exercise in mice.

21 Sep 2016

Study reveals 4% of deaths worldwide may be caused by long periods of sitting time

The next time you wrap up your work day and realise you've been sitting in front of the computer for almost eight straight hours, maybe you won't feel so proud of yourself.

21 Sep 2016

Training during first two weeks of menstrual cycle can have more effect on muscular strength

Research at Umeå University provides new insights into when during the menstrual cycle it is advantageous to periodise your strength training.

21 Sep 2016

Adequate parent-child relationship may offer protection against all chronic illnesses in later life

Growing up in a well-off home can benefit a child's physical health even decades later — but a lack of parent-child warmth, or the presence of abuse, may eliminate the health advantage of a privileged background, according to a Baylor University study.

20 Sep 2016

Improving muscle health could enhance response to insulin in Type 1 diabetes patients

Loss of physical strength due to muscle deterioration is a complication for people living with Type 1 diabetes that's often overlooked. New research from McMaster University shows it shouldn't be.

20 Sep 2016

Dietary and exercise interventions can enhance physical function in elders with obesity

A recent review and analysis of published studies since 2005 found low-to-moderate evidence that dietary and exercise interventions can improve physical function and quality of life in older adults with obesity.

19 Sep 2016

Moderate to high levels of aerobic capacity could partially reduce risk of sudden cardiac death

UCA researchers, collaborating with the Exercise and Epidemiology Science and Biostatistics Departments from the University of South Carolina in Columbine, have carried out a study focused in knowing how important the aerobic capacity in the sudden death prevention is, paying special attention to those people who have some pathology such as obesity and hypertension.

19 Sep 2016

New test developed by Loughborough University may offer one-stop diagnosis for asthma

A new test which can diagnose asthma from a patient's saliva has been developed by Loughborough University.

16 Sep 2016

Over a quarter of US adults aged 50 years or more are inactive

Research conducted at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) showed that 1 in 4 US adults aged 50 years or over do not take regular exercise.

16 Sep 2016

Loyola Medicine introduces multidisciplinary program to diagnose and treat concussions

Loyola Medicine has launched a multidisciplinary Concussion Program to diagnose and treat concussions in athletes and other patients.

16 Sep 2016

Incorporating laughter into exercise program could provide health benefits to older adults

Incorporating laughter into a physical activity program that is focused on strength, balance and flexibility could improve older adults' mental health, aerobic endurance and confidence in their ability to exercise, according to a study led by Georgia State University.

15 Sep 2016

Create perfect bedtime routine in autumn with BetterYou transdermal magnesium, recommends sleep expert

Don’t lose sleep over the clocks going back this October, instead prepare your bedtime routine with BetterYou transdermal magnesium says sleep expert.

From BetterYou Ltd 15 Sep 2016

Article provides insights into nutrient-rich foods that can help prevent glaucoma

In general, I recommend that my patients include nutrient-rich foods such as fruits and vegetables as part of a healthy diet.

15 Sep 2016

Exercise News and Research

Latest Exercise News and Research

Adolescent girls with family breast cancer history do not experience negative psychological effects

Exercise can increase endocannabinoid levels even under chronic sleep loss

High levels of childhood muscular fitness may protect against metabolic syndrome in adult life

Decrease in physical activity and concentration of fish oil linked to depressed mood among veterans

New study aims at integrating healthy habits into routines of tomorrow's doctors

Study shows maritime pine bark extract may be effective in limiting muscle loss due to aging

Bile acid transporter inhibitors can prevent NASH in mice, study shows

Common genetic variant reduces neurobiological benefits of exercise in mice

Study reveals 4% of deaths worldwide may be caused by long periods of sitting time

Training during first two weeks of menstrual cycle can have more effect on muscular strength

Adequate parent-child relationship may offer protection against all chronic illnesses in later life

Improving muscle health could enhance response to insulin in Type 1 diabetes patients

Dietary and exercise interventions can enhance physical function in elders with obesity

Moderate to high levels of aerobic capacity could partially reduce risk of sudden cardiac death

New test developed by Loughborough University may offer one-stop diagnosis for asthma

Over a quarter of US adults aged 50 years or more are inactive

Loyola Medicine introduces multidisciplinary program to diagnose and treat concussions

Incorporating laughter into exercise program could provide health benefits to older adults

Create perfect bedtime routine in autumn with BetterYou transdermal magnesium, recommends sleep expert

Article provides insights into nutrient-rich foods that can help prevent glaucoma

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