Physical Activity

early childhood activity’s influence on middle childhood mental health

by
early childhood activity’s influence on middle childhood mental health

In a recent article published in the International Journal of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity, researchers assessed whether physical inactivity in early childhood affects mental health in middle-aged children. Study: A prospective analysis of physical activity and mental health in children: the GECKO Drenthe cohort. Image Credit: Africa Studio/Shutterstock.com Background Over 50% of mental health disorders arise … Read more

Research could lead to the development of new weight-loss drug that mimics exercise

by
Research could lead to the development of new weight-loss drug that mimics exercise

A brand-new kind of drug, tested in mice, shows promising new results that could lead to the development of a new weight-loss drug that mimics exercise. The new compound, developed and tested by a University of Florida professor of pharmacy and his colleagues, leads obese mice to lose weight by convincing the body’s muscles that … Read more

Physical activity patterns associated with changes in cardiometabolic risk factors during adolescence

by
Physical activity patterns associated with changes in cardiometabolic risk factors during adolescence

A follow-up study found unfavorable changes in glucose metabolism, HDL cholesterol levels, and body mass index in adolescents whose physical activity decreased between the ages of 15 and 19. Reduced blood pressure were observed among adolescents with increased physical activity. The health benefits of physical activity don’t concern just the older population. A study from … Read more

Occupational exposure to reinforced concrete production is associated with adverse respiratory health

by
Occupational exposure to reinforced concrete production is associated with adverse respiratory health

In a recent study published in BMC Public Health, researchers investigated the exposure to fine particulate matter (PM) in reinforced concrete production environments and its impact on respiratory health and lung function among industry workers.  Study: Occupational exposure to fine particulate matter in the reinforced concrete production and its association with respiratory symptoms and lung function. … Read more

Are night owls at higher risk for diabetes?

by
Are night owls at higher risk for diabetes?

Investigators found evening ‘chronotype,’ or going to bed late and waking up late, was associated with a 19 percent increased risk of diabetes after accounting for lifestyle factors. A new study has an important message for people who consider themselves night owls. Investigators from Brigham and Women’s Hospital, a founding member of the Mass General … Read more

Can ChatGPT be a diabetes consultant? Study probes the potential and pitfalls

by
Can ChatGPT be a diabetes consultant? Study probes the potential and pitfalls

In a recent study published in the journal PLoS ONE, researchers tested chatGPT, a language model geared for discussion, to investigate whether it could answer frequently asked diabetes questions. Artificial intelligence (AI), particularly ChatGPT, has gained significant attention for its potential clinical applications. Despite not being trained explicitly for this domain, ChatGPT has millions of … Read more

Can the consumption of colorful fruits and vegetables improve the management of gestational diabetes?

by
Can the consumption of colorful fruits and vegetables improve the management of gestational diabetes?

Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is becoming a common pregnancy complication worldwide. Its management has been the focus of much research. A new paper from the University of Nevada, published in the Nutrients Journal, explores the dietary effects of consuming colorful fruits and vegetables (CFV). Study: Effects of an Eating Pattern Including Colorful Fruits and Vegetables on … Read more

Associations between cardiorespiratory fitness in young men and the incidence of site-specific cancer

by
Associations between cardiorespiratory fitness in young men and the incidence of site-specific cancer

A recent study published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine assessed the association between cardiorespiratory fitness (CRF) and some site-specific cancers in healthy young men. Study: Associations between cardiorespiratory fitness in youth and the incidence of site-specific cancer in men: a cohort study with register linkage. Image Credit: mansong suttakarn/Shutterstock.com Studies have shown that … Read more

MD Anderson awarded four CPRIT grants for cancer prevention programs and recruitment

by
MD Anderson awarded four CPRIT grants for cancer prevention programs and recruitment

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center was awarded four grants totaling nearly $4.9 million from the Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas (CPRIT) to support the expansion of physical activity programs for survivors, the dissemination of targeted tobacco cessation programs and the recruitment of a first-time, tenure-track faculty member. MD Anderson’s Active … Read more

study focuses on pulmonary rehabilitation strategies

by
study focuses on pulmonary rehabilitation strategies

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is the third-leading cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide. In 2019, over 328 million people were diagnosed with COPD. Pulmonary rehabilitation (PR) through regular exercise is a successful intervention for COPD patients. Typically, the exercise prescription provided to COPD patients exceeds their exercising capacity. Hence, there is a need to … Read more