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Single heat stroke exposure triggers long-term health risks and metabolic vulnerabilities

Single heat stroke exposure triggers long-term health risks and metabolic vulnerabilities

A preclinical study reveals that a single episode of exertional heat stroke can lead to chronic health disorders, including obesity, cardiac hypertrophy, liver steatosis, and metabolic inflexibility, especially when combined with a high-fat diet. Study:  Mice develop obesity and lose myocardial metabolic flexibility months after exertional heat stroke . Image Credit: Skrypnykov…

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Study explores the effects of cold-water immersion on health and wellbeing

Study explores the effects of cold-water immersion on health and wellbeing

From early ocean dips to ice-cold polar plunges, cold-water immersion is increasingly popular among athletes and wellness warriors. But how much of the hype is backed by science? In the most comprehensive systematic review and meta-analysis of its kind, University of South Australia researchers have taken a deep dive into the effects of cold-water immersion on health and wellbeing.…

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Mandatory calorie labels may worsen eating disorders

Mandatory calorie labels may worsen eating disorders

A systematic review of 16 studies suggests that mandatory out-of-home nutrition labels may reinforce disordered eating behaviors, raising concerns for policymakers. Study:  Impact of out-of-home nutrition labelling on people with eating disorders: a systematic review and meta-synthesis . Image Credit: Danicek/Shutterstock.com In a recent review article published in BMJ Public Health,…

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Mental health factors key to recovery in older adults with hip fractures

Mental health factors key to recovery in older adults with hip fractures

New research to identify factors associated with improved outcomes for older adults recovering from hip fractures found a connection with mental health and psychological resilience. Published in the Journals of Gerontology: Series A, the "Better mental health and fewer depressive symptoms are associated with greater psychological resilience after hip fracture" study found that addressing overall…

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