In August 2019 researchers from The Netherlands published the results of their study to assess the association between lifestyle and individuals genetically at risk of coronary artery disease, atrial fibrillation, … Read more
Individuals with a high genetic risk of dementia may find that a healthy lifestyle is associated with a lower risk of developing the condition
In July 2019 researchers from the UK, USA, Australia and Germany published the results of their study to assess whether a healthy lifestyle is associated with a lower risk of … Read more
Physical activity and screen time are both associated with sleep quantity or sleep quality in adolescents
In April 2019 researchers from the USA published the results of their study to assess the relationships between physical activity, screen time, and sleep quantity and quality in adolescents. A … Read more
The amount of screen time is linked to the level of depressive symptoms in adolescents
In July 2019 researchers from Canada and Australia published the results of their study to measure the association between screen time and depression. Information on social media, television, video gaming … Read more
Less screen time and more frequent vigorous physical activity is associated with a lower risk of mental health symptoms being reported by adolescents
In April 2018 researchers from Iceland, USA and Norway published the results of their study to assess the association between screen time and physical activity with mental health in adolescents. … Read more
Individuals with diabetes type 2 and low vitamin D levels appear to have an increased risk of developing cardiovascular disease and nephropathy
In May 2019 researchers from the Sudan published the results of their study to assess vitamin D levels in individuals with diabetes type 2 and its association with diabetic nephropathy … Read more
The use of mouthguards reduces the risk of sports-related injuries involving the mouth, jaws and face
In May 2019 researchers from the USA published their review of the medical scientific literature to assess the effectiveness of mouthguards to prevent sports related injuries to the mouth, jaws … Read more
Semi-custom insoles may be useful to reduce patellofemoral pain symptoms in recreational runners
In November 2018 researchers from the UK published the results of their study to assess the effect of using semi-custom insoles in recreational runners with patellofemoral pain. The kneecap (patella) … Read more
When compared to running, skipping produces a 30% higher aerobic benefit plus a lower rate of exercise-related injuries
In May 2019 researchers from the USA published the results of their study to assess knee contact forces during skipping and running at the same speed. It is known that … Read more
Moderate-intensity aerobic exercise appears to significantly reduce the level of depression in individuals with congestive heart failure
In April 2019 researchers from Saudi Arabia and Egypt published the results of their study to assess the influence of moderate-intensity continuous aerobic exercise on the level of depression in … Read more
Cognitive functional therapy is more effective than manual therapy and exercise at reducing disability, depression/anxiety and pain-related fear, but not pain, in individuals with non-specific low back pain
In April 2019 researchers from Norway and Australia published the results of their study to assess the effect of cognitive functional therapy in individuals with non-specific chronic low back pain. … Read more
Individuals living with coronary heart disease should minimize their exposure to air pollution by limiting outdoor physical activity when the forecast air quality health index indicates increased air pollution
In February 2019 researchers from Canada published their review of the medical scientific literature to assess the short-term health effects of air pollution in individuals living with coronary heart disease. … Read more
A high dose of nitrate given in the form of a sports drink does not improve performance of trained cyclists during a 40 km cycling time trial
In March 2019 researchers from the UK published the results of their study to assess the effect of nitrate intake on 40 km time trial performance. A total of 11 … Read more
Any respiratory and cardiovascular benefits achieved from walking are lost following short-term exposure to traffic pollution
In January 2018 researchers from the UK and USA published the results of their study to assess the respiratory and cardiovascular effects of walking down a busy street with high … Read more
Replacing inactivity or a light-intensity activity with moderate-high-intensity activity may contribute to a better physical health-related quality of life in older individuals
In December 2018 researchers from Japan and Australia published the results of their study to assess the effect of both inactivity and physical activity with health-related quality of life in … Read more
Plant-based diets may offer cardiovascular disease protection and improve performance of endurance athletes
In January 2019 researchers from the USA published their overview on the ability of plant-based diets to reduce risk of cardiovascular disease risk and improve performance of endurance athletes. Current … Read more
Exercise programmes to maximize lean mass and a good adherence to the Mediterranean diet may reduce the risk of osteoporosis in women with fibromyalgia
In April 2019 researchers from Spain assessed the effect of the Mediterranean diet and physical activity on bone health in women with fibromyalgia. 95 women were included in the study. … Read more
Core stabilization exercises plus a lacto-vegetarian diet appears to reduce pain and improve body composition in women with fibromyalgia
In March 2018 researchers from Spain published the results of their study to assess the effect of core stabilization exercises and a lacto-vegetarian diet on low back pain and body … Read more
A greater amount of physical activity appears to improve daily functioning and reduce fatigue in women with fibromyalgia
In August 2018 researchers from the USA published the results of their study to assess the relationship between physical activity and pain, fatigue and daily functioning in women with fibromyalgia. … Read more
Women with fibromyalgia may find that 10 minute periods of moderate-vigorous physical activity reduce the symptoms of pain and fatigue as well as the overall severity of the condition
In January 2019 researchers from Spain and Northern Ireland published the results of their study to assess the association between moderate-vigorous physical activity and pain, fatigue and severity of fibromyalgia. … Read more