Vitamin deficiency may be why you’re so tired – a nutritional neuroscientist explains how to kickstart your energy by getting essential nutrients in a well-rounded diet, along with more sleep and exercise

Many Americans are deficient in vitamin D, vitamin B12 and omega-3 fatty acids, all of which affect energy levels.

Lina Begdache, Associate Professor of Health and Wellness Studies, Binghamton University, State University of New York • conversation
Jan. 7, 2025 ~9 min

Sitting a lot is bad even for young, active people

"This study makes it clear: if you sit for long periods, the standard exercise recommendations are not enough."

Jules Bernstein - UC Riverside • futurity
Dec. 5, 2024 ~7 min


Light exercise can yield significant cognitive benefits, new research shows

The study shows cognitive processing speed increased even when participants were moderately active.

Jonathan G. Hakun, Assistant Professor of Neurology, Psychology, & Public Health Sciences, Penn State • conversation
Nov. 27, 2024 ~4 min

Strength training early in life can set up kids and adolescents for a lifetime of health and well-being

Strength training programs for young people can improve muscle tone, prevent obesity and develop good exercise habits that last into adulthood.

Zachary Gillen, Assistant Professor of Exercise Physiology, Mississippi State University • conversation
Nov. 8, 2024 ~9 min

Quick exercise bursts enhance cognitive function

New research finds that bursts of exercise, like cycling or HIIT workouts, can improve memory, attention, and other cognitive functions.

Keith Hamm - UC Santa Barbara • futurity
Oct. 22, 2024 ~5 min

Diet and exercise reverse liver damage

"Our findings suggest liver disease doesn't have to be a chronic, progressive condition."

Rochita Ghosh-U. Missouri • futurity
Oct. 10, 2024 ~4 min

Long-term exercisers have healthier belly fat

"...exercising regularly for several months to years seems to modify your fat tissue in ways that allows you to store your body fat more healthfully..."

U. Michigan • futurity
Sept. 12, 2024 ~5 min

People with physical and mobility disabilities need to work out, but there are a lot of obstacles in their way

Whether ‘adaptive’ equipment is expensive or affordable, expert guidance is essential for many people with disabilities.

Alexandra Jamieson, Research Scientist of Biomedical Technologies, University of Texas at Arlington • conversation
Aug. 26, 2024 ~7 min


How the brain picks between snacks and exercise

What exactly happens in our brain when we decide between snacks and exercise has been a mystery to science. New research changes that.

Fabio Bergamin-ETH Zurich • futurity
Aug. 14, 2024 ~7 min

Athletes looking for a competitive edge may find it within their gut microbiome

Athletes have different gut microbiomes compared with the general population. Some of these microbes are thought to improve endurance and recovery by optimizing the cell’s powerhouses.

Christopher Damman, Associate Professor of Gastroenterology, School of Medicine, University of Washington • conversation
July 23, 2024 ~10 min

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