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07/09/2026
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By Coco Somers
Beetroot Juice Linked to Improved Sprint Performance, Power Output in Meta-Analysis
Beetroot Juice and Exercise Performance A recent meta-analysis of 33 randomized controlled trials involving 519 participants has examined the effects of beetroot juice on exercise performance, according to a report on mindbodygreen. The analysis, published in Frontiers in Nutrition, measured sprint performance, mean power output, and aerobic capacity (VO?max) across amateur and professional athletes. Beetroot […]
07/06/2026
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By Coco Somers
Study Review Highlights Protein’s Role in Appetite, Muscle, Bone Health
Protein, a macronutrient found in meat, dairy, beans and nuts, is linked to reduced appetite and increased muscle mass, according to a review of scientific studies. The Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend adults consume protein to prevent deficiency, with standard references citing general ranges based on body weight, according to the nutrition textbook “Understanding Nutrition” [1]. […]
07/04/2026
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By Coco Somers
Study Identifies Ferrous Sulfate as Most Effective Iron Supplement for Active Women
A systematic review and meta-analysis of 42 randomized controlled trials, published in Sports Medicine, has identified ferrous sulfate as the most effective iron supplement for active women. The study, reported by mindbodygreen, found that ferrous sulfate supplementation significantly increased ferritin levels by an average of 12.61 ng/mL and hemoglobin by 0.42 g/dL. Dietary interventions alone […]
07/01/2026
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By Coco Somers
Study: Nordic Walking Reduces Depression Symptoms Within Weeks
A randomized controlled trial published in the Journal of Affective Disorders found that supervised Nordic walking significantly reduced depression symptoms in adults with moderate to severe depression. The most pronounced improvements occurred within the first five weeks of the 10-week program, according to researchers. The study enrolled 64 adults, with 48 assigned to Nordic walking […]
06/28/2026
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By Coco Somers
Study Confirms: Short “Exercise Snacks” Deliver Fitness Gains Without Long Workouts
A new meta-analysis of 11 randomized controlled trials involving 472 adults has found that brief, frequent bursts of activity – termed “exercise snacks” – produce significant improvements in cardiorespiratory fitness and reduce body fat, according to researchers. The analysis published in the Journal of Nutrition, Health and Aging pooled data from 11 randomized controlled trials. It compared exercise […]
06/26/2026
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By Coco Somers
Five-Minute Walk Breaks Every Hour Found to Offset Harms of Prolonged Sitting, Study Says
A study published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine has concluded that taking five-minute walking breaks every hour is both feasible and effective in reducing health risks associated with prolonged sitting. The research, conducted by scientists at Columbia University Medical Center, analyzed data from more than 19,300 adults who participated in an interactive “Body […]
06/22/2026
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By Coco Somers
Strength Training: 90 to 120 Minutes Per Week Linked to Lower Mortality Risk, Study Finds
Key Findings A 30-year study drawing on data from 147,374 participants found that 90 to 120 minutes of strength training per week was associated with a 13% lower risk of death from any cause. The study, published June 2 in the British Journal of Sports Medicine, used data from three large cohorts: Health Professionals Follow-up […]
06/21/2026
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By Coco Somers
Study Links Aerobic Fitness in Young Adulthood to Healthier Arteries Decades Later
A report from mindbodygreen described a study published in Scientific Reports that tracked adults for nearly 30 years and found that higher aerobic fitness in young adulthood was associated with healthier arteries in later life. The study, which drew on data from the Swedish Longitudinal Physical Activity and Fitness Cohort, measured aerobic capacity, known as […]
06/18/2026
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By Coco Somers
Supplements May Mitigate Heat Stress During Exercise, Studies Suggest
Exercising in hot weather places significant physiological strain on the body, raising core temperature, triggering inflammation and compromising gut function. Two recent lines of research suggest that certain dietary supplements, including plant compounds and probiotics, may help reduce these effects. The studies, presented at the 2026 American Physiology Summit and reported separately, examined how specific […]
06/15/2026
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By Coco Somers
Study: 17 Minutes of Daily Weight Training Linked to Lower Risk of Death From Heart Disease, Dementia
A study published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine found that 17 minutes per day of weight training is associated with a 13% lower risk of all-cause mortality, according to research presented in a Daily Mail report. The same amount of resistance training was linked to a 19% lower risk of death from heart […]
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