Whether it’s an early morning jog, or a touch of Tai Chi, groundbreaking research from the University of South Australia shows that any form of exercise can significantly boost brain function and memory across children, adults, and older adults. In the largest, most comprehensive umbrella review to date, researchers found that regular exercise improves general…

New mums should be strongly encouraged to begin clocking up at least two hours of moderate to vigorous intensity physical activity such as brisk walking and muscle strengthening exercises each week in the first three months after birth, when physically able, to improve health and well-being, say experts in a new guideline published by the British…

Researchers uncover a surprising side effect of marathon running—temporary loss of brain myelin—hinting that the brain may burn its own insulation for energy during extreme physical stress. ​​​​​​​Brief Communication: Reversible reduction in brain myelin content upon marathon running. ​​​​​​​Image Credit: Real Sports Photos / Shutterstock In a Brief Communication published in the…

Depression is a mental health condition that affects 280 million people worldwide. It is twice as common in women than men and this pattern starts to develop during adolescence. Researchers have studied the biological processes that drive depression in adults and shown a potential role for the kynurenine pathway, but this is the first time…

After every meal, the intestines perform an action called peristalsis - moving food through their hollow interiors with coordinated contractions and relaxations of the smooth muscle. For more than a century, scientists have known that nerve cells in the gut propel the colon to move, allowing the organ to perform its life-sustaining function. But exactly…

Closed Loop Medicine Ltd., a leader in AI-enabled precision medicines, today announced the expansion of its US patent portfolio. Strengthening its cardiometabolic treatment portfolio, the Company now has patents covering advancements in GLP-1 therapies for obesity and diabetes, and direct oral anticoagulants (DOACs) for cardiovascular health. Closed Loop Medicine holds over 65 filings across 16…

A sweeping meta-analysis reveals that while red wine may nudge down LDL cholesterol, its broader heart health benefits remain uncertain—reminding us that moderation and lifestyle still reign supreme. Review: The effects of wine consumption and lipid profile: A systematic review and meta-analysis of clinical trials. Image Credit: Lukas Gojda / Shutterstock Red…

New research shows that cutting down on sitting time significantly reduces metabolic syndrome risk in older adults—even among those who don’t meet exercise guidelines or follow perfect diets. Study: Associations between time spent in sedentary behaviors and metabolic syndrome risk in physically active and inactive European older adults. A study…

A short burst of creatine helped women gain lean mass, but when paired with resistance training, the benefits plateaued. Could timing, dose, or hydration hold the key to unlocking creatine's full potential? Study: The Effect of Creatine Supplementation on Lean Body Mass with and Without Resistance Training. Image Credit: BongkarnGraphic / Shutterstock …

Recreational dance supports stress regulation through emotional expression, social bonding, and neurobiological pathways. Study:  Dance and stress regulation: A multidisciplinary narrative review . Image Credit: Miljan Zivkovic/Shutterstock.com A recent narrative review in Psychology of Sport and Exercise offers fresh insight into the role of dance in stress regulation. Introduction Chronic stress…