Your 8-year-old chocolate Lab is putting on weight, and you know she should probably lose a pound or two. But when she looks at you pleadingly with those big brown eyes, how can you resist handing out just one more treat? It's not easy. But it may be important. Just as obesity has become a…

Gut-microbiota has been found in recent years to have a significant impact on both physical and mental health. Ted Dinan, the Medical Director at Atlantia Clinical Trials, was interviewed about his work at Atlantia in investigating the impact of gut-microbiota composition and how it might be targeted to improve mental health in human beings. …

In this interview, Professor Ted Dinan, Medical Director at Atlantia Clinical Trials, and Asa Waldstein, Principal at Supplement Advisory Group, discuss Atlantia’s expertise in clinical trials for CBD. The direction of CBD research and marketing in the future is closely linked to the increasing FDA regulation of commercial marketing efficacy claims. Ted Dinan and Asa…

When faced with chronic stress, why do some people develop anxiety and depressive symptoms while others show resilience? A protein that acts as a cannabinoid receptor and is present in the structure controlling exchanges between the bloodstream and the brain could be part of the answer, according to a study published today in Nature Neuroscience.…

Researchers find both high-intensity and moderate rope skipping improve VO₂max in young adults. Study:  Effects of high-intensity interval rope-skipping on cardiorespiratory fitness, body composition, and enjoyment in young adults. Image Credit: Ground Picture / Shutterstock.com A recent European Journal of Clinical Nutrition study investigates whether high-intensity interval exercise…

New research reveals that preschoolers who jump, run, and play more develop stronger memory and problem-solving skills—highlighting the critical role of movement in early learning. ​​​​​​​Study: Associations between physical fitness, physical activity, sedentary behavior and executive function in preschoolers. ​​​​​​​Image Credit: Lopolo / Shutterstock Could a child's ability to jump, run, or…

Researchers at University of California San Diego have revealed promising results from a study evaluating the university's "Strong Foundations" program, a digitally delivered fall prevention initiative for older adults. The findings, recently published in JMIR-Aging, emphasize the program's effectiveness in improving posture, balance and strength - key factors in reducing fall risk. This study showcases…

New research reveals that staying active can help slow Alzheimer’s-related brain changes—until tau levels reach a tipping point. Could exercise be a key to delaying cognitive decline? Study: Associations between moderate-to-vigorous physical activity, p-tau181, and cognition in healthy older adults with memory complaints: a secondary analysis from the MAPT. Image Credit: Roman…

A new study published in Communications Medicine, a Nature publication, details the discovery of rare gene variants that increase the prevalence of Type 2 diabetes in multiple generations of Asian Indian people. The unusual finding is a step toward more targeted treatment for all people with Type 2 diabetes, a disease with complex genetic influences.…

The global incidence and prevalence of diabetes continue to rise, increasing rates of associated disability and mortality while imposing a substantial economic burden. Despite advancements in medical technology, diabetes management faces persistent challenges, including a shortage of specialists, uneven distribution of healthcare resources, and low patient adherence, all contributing to suboptimal glycemic control. A new…