In August 2018 researchers from Canada published their review of the medical scientific literature to assess the effect of high-quality protein, leucine, vitamin D, and omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids on … Read more
Protein supplementation appears to help prevent frailty in the elderly, but care should be taken as excess protein can be harmful
In January 2019 researchers from Spain published their review of dietary factors associated with frailty in the elderly. They stated that research has highlighted the association between low energy intake, … Read more
Vitamin D and omega-3 fatty acid supplementation appears to significantly improve depression, anxiety and stress levels, reduces testosterone and inflammatory markers, and improve gene expression in women with polycystic ovary syndrome
In October 2018 researchers from Iran and Canada published the results of their study to assess the effect of vitamin D and omega-3 fatty acid supplementation on clinical, metabolic and … Read more
Vitamin D and probiotic supplementation appears to significantly improve depression, anxiety and stress levels and reduces testosterone, hirsutism and inflammatory markers in women with polycystic ovary syndrome
In January 2019 researchers from Iran published the results of their study to assess the effect of vitamin D and probiotic supplementation on mental health, hormonal, inflammatory and stress levels … Read more
Tai Chi appears to improve bone mineral density and relieve osteoporotic pain
In January 2019 researchers from China, USA and The Netherlands published their review of the medical scientific literature to assess the effect of Tai Chi on individuals with osteopenia and … Read more
An increased intake of saturated fatty acids increases the risk of hip fracture and an increased intake of monounsaturated fatty acids derived from animal sources increases the risk of fractures
In September 2018 researchers from Iran published their review of the medical scientific literature to assess the association between dietary fat intake, saturated fatty acids, monounsaturated fatty acids and the … Read more
An exercise programme appears to improve blood glucose levels, gut microbiota composition and leaky gut in individuals with diabetes type 2
In February 2019 researchers from Italy published the results of their study to assess the role of exercise on the gut microbiota composition and leaky gut in individuals with diabetes … Read more
E-cigarettes are just as effective as nicotine patches and satisfaction with the product is also similar
In September 2018 researchers from the USA and Canada published the results of their study to assess the feasibility and acceptability of e-cigarettes, compared to nicotine patch, for smoking cessation. … Read more
Mindfulness or meditation, yoga, Tai Chi and Qigong appear to improve cognitive function and everyday functioning in adults with mild cognitive impairment
In February 2019 researchers from Portugal published their review of the medical scientific literature to assess the effect of different mind-body interventions, such as mindfulness or meditation, yoga, Tai Chi … Read more
Chlorhexidine mouthwash appears to reduce dental plaque when used in addition to toothbrushing but has no effect on gingivitis
In March 2017 researchers from the UK and Ireland published their review of the medical scientific literature to assess the effect of chlorhexidine mouthwash on gingivitis and plaque. A total … Read more
An inactive lifestyle is associated with an increased risk of young-onset colorectal cancer, particularly of the rectum
In November 2018 researchers from the USA, China and the Republic of Korea assessed the effect of sedentary behaviour, primarily time watching television, on risk of young-onset colorectal cancer in … Read more
Rheumatoid arthritis activity may be highest in spring followed by winter
In January 2019 researchers from Japan published the results of their study to assess whether the seasons influenced rheumatoid arthritis activity. A total of 12,839 individuals were investigated, and involved … Read more
Exposure to monoethyl phthalate during pregnancy appears to be associated with gestational diabetes
In February 2019 researchers from the USA published the results of their study to assess the association between 11 urinary phthalate metabolites and gestational diabetes, impaired glucose tolerance and continuous … Read more
Winter, increased barometric pressure, and higher humidity are associated with higher presentation rates of carpal tunnel syndrome, trigger finger, DeQuervain’s tenosynovitis, lateral epicondylitis, hand arthritis, and distal radius fractures
In July 2018 researchers from the USA published the results of their study to assess whether there are any seasonal and weather variations in the presentation of common upper extremity … Read more
A higher intake of plant-based products along with a lower intake of animal products may reduce the risk of insulin resistance, prediabetes and diabetes type 2
In September 2018 researchers from The Netherlands published the results of their study to assess whether adherence to a diet high in plant-based foods and low in animal products was … Read more
Increase in running speed on a treadmill leads to a more constrained running pattern
In August 218 researchers from the USA published the results of their study to assess the effect of different treadmill running speeds on the coordination and variability of coordination in … Read more
Runners may find that minimalist shoes improve plantar flexor strength more than conventional shoes
In August 2018 researchers from Australia and the USA published the results of their study to assess whether male runners improved their running performance when gradually transitioning to using minimalist … Read more
Runners should limit their weekly training distance in minimalist shoes to avoid running-related pain, with heavier runners having a greater risk of injury
In April 2017 researchers from Australia published the results of their study to compare running-related pain and injury between minimalist and conventional shoes in trained runners and to assess interactions … Read more
A higher fish consumption appears to reduce the risk of inflammatory bowel disease and a higher intake of omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids significantly reduces the risk of ulcerative colitis
In January 2019 researchers from Iran published their review of the medical scientific literature to assess the association between fish consumption and dietary intake of omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids and … Read more
Regular sauna usage appears to substantially reduce the risk of first-time stroke in middle-aged and elderly individuals
In May 2018 researchers from the UK, USA, Finland and Austria published the results of their study to assess the association between sauna usage and risk of first-time stroke in … Read more