In a recent review published in the journal Nutrients, researchers evaluated the evidence on the effects of two omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids (n-3 PUFAs), namely eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), on the health of athletes. They also discussed the risks and benefits associated with DHA and EPA supplementation in this population. …

We all know that weight gain and weight loss are not as simple as "calories in, calories out," given that countless factors affect body weight. Now, researchers from Japan have identified a gene that may serve as a master regulator of fat storage under a wide range of conditions. In a study published this month…

In a recent study published in Nutrients, researchers explored the effects of combining high-intensity interval training (HIIT) with spirulina supplements to mitigate cardiometabolic disease risk and control obesity-related adipokine release. Study:  Spirulina Supplementation with High-Intensity Interval Training Decreases Adipokines Levels and Cardiovascular Risk Factors in Men with Obesity . Image Credit: pilipphoto/Shutterstock.com Background Obesity is…

New research has explored how sleep, oxygen levels, and exercise affects our ability to perform mental tasks. Sleep is fundamental in maintaining a healthy lifestyle, with adults recommended between seven and nine hours a night. However, recent reviews indicate that 40 per cent of the global population don't get enough. Consequences of chronic sleep deprivation…

Announcing a new article publication for Cardiovascular Innovations and Applications journal. Consistent evidence gathered over many years supports the benefits of cardiac rehabilitation, including decreases in mortality and hospitalizations, and increase in quality of life. In one study of 601,099 Medicare patients older than 65 years with coronary disease, 5-year mortality was lower in patients…

In this exclusive interview, we are joined by Dr. Delfy Góchez, a renowned veterinarian from El Salvador and a vital member of the World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH) since 2016. Dr. Góchez serves in the Antimicrobial Resistance and Veterinary Products Department, where she plays an instrumental role in supporting countries globally in their efforts…

In a recent article published in BMC Public Health, researchers explore the association between diet soft drink intake and metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD) using National Health and Nutrition Examination Surveys (NHANES) data. Study:  Association between diet soft drink consumption and metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease: findings from the NHANES . Image Credit: punsayaporn/Shutterstock.com…

Between 17 and 24 million people worldwide suffer from chronic fatigue syndrome, a deeply debilitating and difficult-to-diagnose condition. Also known as myalgic encephalomyelitis, according to the World Health Organization, this condition causes a wide range of symptoms that combine to produce a debilitating, difficult-to-explain feeling of extreme, chronic fatigue, including difficulty sleeping and feeling unwell…

Falls are the leading cause of both fatal and nonfatal injuries in the United States for adults ages 65 and older. With 1 in 4 older adults falling annually, 27,000 deaths, 8 million emergency department (ED) visits, and 800,000 hospitalizations have occurred. Follow-up after an ED-related fall visit is essential to initiate preventive strategies in…

Are you confused about what an assisted living facility is, and how it differs from a nursing home? And what you can expect to pay? Here's a guide to this type of housing for older people. What is assisted living? Assisted living facilities occupy the middle ground of housing for people who can no longer…