Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAH) are a group of chemicals released from burning coal, oil, rubbish, tobacco and wood. They are also present in products made from fossil fuels, such as … Read more
Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons
Moderate-intensity continuous training results in the same amount of body fat loss as high-intensity interval training or sprint interval training but less time commitment and/or effort required
In August 2017 researchers from Australia and Brazil reviewed the scientific literature to compare the effectiveness of high-intensity interval training, sprint interval training and moderate-intensity continuous training in controlling body … Read more
A soft knee brace decreases pain levels and reduces knee instability in individuals with knee osteoarthritis
In August 2018 researchers from The Netherlands and Australia published the results of their study to assess whether wearing a soft knee brace produced any improvements in pain or knee … Read more
Fitbit devices appear to be accurate for step counting for only about half the time
In August 2018 researchers from Canada published the results of their review of the scientific literature to assess the accuracy of Fitbit devices. A total of 67 studies were included … Read more
The MIND diet substantially slows cognitive decline in the elderly
In September 2018 researchers from Australia published their review of the scientific literature to assess the role of nutrition in cognitive function and brain ageing. They concentrated on the Mediterranean … Read more
Vitamin C reduces severity and duration, zinc reduces duration, vitamin D provides some protection and echinacea prevents/treats the common cold
In April 2018 researchers from Italy published the results of their review of the scientific literature to assess the preventative role of Vitamins C and D, zinc and Echinacea in … Read more
Individuals exposed to arsenic found in drinking water appear to have an increased risk of bladder cancer
In July 2018 researchers from the USA published the results of their study to assess whether any variables, eg age, sex, smoking status, body mass index (BMI), alcohol consumption, and … Read more
Intermittent prebiotic administration may be an alternative to dietary restrictions for individuals with functional gut symptoms
In June 2018 researchers from Spain and the UK published the results of their study to assess the effect of prebiotics on individuals with functional gastrointestinal disorders and flatulence. For … Read more
Chocolate milk appears to be better than water or other “sports drinks” for post-exercise recovery
In June 2018 researchers from Iran and Canada published their review of the scientific literature to assess the effectiveness of chocolate milk on post-exercise recovery markers when compared to either … Read more
Vitamin D supplementation and a higher intake of dairy appears to improve pain and any symptoms of anxiety and depression in individuals with musculoskeletal pain
In September 2018 researchers from Jordan published the results of their study to assess the effect of correcting a vitamin D deficiency on musculoskeletal pain and accompanying symptoms of anxiety … Read more
Exclusively breastfed infants should receive vitamin D supplementation as breast milk provides newborns with only about 20% of what is recommended by the Institute of Medicine for infants during the first year of life
In January 2016 researchers from Denmark published the results of their study to assess vitamin D levels in breast milk during the first 9 months of breast-feeding. Blood and breast … Read more
Vitamin D deficiency is associated with a poor ovarian stimulation outcome in polycystic ovarian syndrome but not unexplained infertility
In August 2018 researchers from the USA published the results of their study to assess the relationship between vitamin D deficiency and reproductive outcomes after ovarian stimulation in 607 women … Read more
Vitamin D3 and calcium supplementation appears to moderately improve physical performance in frail individuals
In March 2018 researchers from Canada published the results of their study to assess whether 4000 IU/day of vitamin D3 supplementation was safe for frail older adults and whether this … Read more
A higher intake of fried food appears to increase the risk of benign breast disease, but not breast cancer
In January 2018 researchers from Poland published the results of their study to assess the relationship between cooking technique and risk of breast cancer and benign breast cancer in 237 … Read more
Probiotics appear to lower inflammatory markers in rheumatoid arthritis
In December 2017 researchers from Egypt, Syria, Japan and Vietnam reviewed the scientific literature to assess the effect of probiotics in rheumatoid arthritis. Nine studies involving 361 patients were identified. … Read more
Probiotic and synbiotic supplementation improves symptoms associated with the metabolic syndrome in pre-diabetics
In July 2018 researchers from Iran published the results of their study to assess the effects of probiotics and synbiotics on the metabolic syndrome. 120 adults with prediabetes were divided … Read more
Coffee consumption appears to reduce the risk of gout
In July 2018 researchers from New Zealand published the results of their study to assess the effect of coffee intake on serum urate concentrations and risk of gout. 130,966 European … Read more
Calcium supplementation may increase the risk of dementia in elderly women with cerebrovascular disease
In October 2016 researchers from Sweden and the UK published the results of their study to assess whether calcium supplementation was associated with the risk of dementia. 700 women with … Read more
Lead content found in body paint sold in the USA is sufficient to raise blood lead levels
In March 2017 researchers from the USA published the results of their analysis of the metal content in costume cosmetics (lipstick, body paints, eyeshadow) sold in the USA. The results
A pecan-rich diet appears to reduce the risk of diabetes type 2, stroke and heart disease in overweight and obese adults
In March 2018 researchers from the USA published the results of their study to compare a pecan rich diet with an isocaloric control diet similar in total fat and fibre … Read more