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Posted on 19 August 201825 January 2020

A double application of sunscreen is recommended, especially before intense sun exposure

In March 2018 researchers from Denmark published the results of their study to assess whether a double application of sunscreen reduced the amount of skin missed following a single application. … Read more

Posted on 19 August 20184 January 2020

Limitations identified in current commercial activity monitors in step counting accuracy and usability features for older adults

In August 2018 researchers from the USA published the results of their study to assess the accuracy, acceptability and usability of seven commercial activity monitors in 43 older adults (average … Read more

Posted on 19 August 20184 January 2020

Activity trackers worn by older individuals accurately measure step count and activity duration but a slower walking pace and impaired walking reduces the accuracy

In June 2018 researchers from the UK published the results of their review of the scientific literature to assess the validity and reliability of commercial activity trackers in older, community-dwelling … Read more

Posted on 19 August 20184 January 2020

Energy expenditure estimates from activity trackers appear to be accurate across walking speeds but not across running speeds

In April 2017 researchers from Australia published the results of their study to assess the accuracy of energy expenditure estimations made by the Fitbit One, Garmin Vivofit and Jawbone UP … Read more

Posted on 18 August 20184 January 2020

Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons

Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAH) are a group of chemicals released from burning coal, oil, rubbish, tobacco and wood. They are also present in products made from fossil fuels, such as … Read more

Posted on 18 August 20184 January 2020

Moderate-intensity continuous training results in the same amount of body fat loss as high-intensity interval training or sprint interval training but less time commitment and/or effort required

In August 2017 researchers from Australia and Brazil reviewed the scientific literature to compare the effectiveness of high-intensity interval training, sprint interval training and moderate-intensity continuous training in controlling body … Read more

Posted on 15 August 20184 January 2020

Fitbit devices appear to be accurate for step counting for only about half the time

In August 2018 researchers from Canada published the results of their review of the scientific literature to assess the accuracy of Fitbit devices. A total of 67 studies were included … Read more

Posted on 15 August 20184 January 2020

The MIND diet substantially slows cognitive decline in the elderly

In September 2018 researchers from Australia published their review of the scientific literature to assess the role of nutrition in cognitive function and brain ageing. They concentrated on the Mediterranean … Read more

Posted on 15 August 201818 December 2019

Vitamin C reduces severity and duration, zinc reduces duration, vitamin D provides some protection and echinacea prevents/treats the common cold

In April 2018 researchers from Italy published the results of their review of the scientific literature to assess the preventative role of Vitamins C and D, zinc and Echinacea in … Read more

Posted on 15 August 20184 January 2020

Intermittent prebiotic administration may be an alternative to dietary restrictions for individuals with functional gut symptoms

In June 2018 researchers from Spain and the UK published the results of their study to assess the effect of prebiotics on individuals with functional gastrointestinal disorders and flatulence. For … Read more

Posted on 15 August 201821 November 2019

Chocolate milk appears to be better than water or other “sports drinks” for post-exercise recovery

In June 2018 researchers from Iran and Canada published their review of the scientific literature to assess the effectiveness of chocolate milk on post-exercise recovery markers when compared to either … Read more

Posted on 12 August 20184 January 2020

Vitamin D supplementation and a higher intake of dairy appears to improve pain and any symptoms of anxiety and depression in individuals with musculoskeletal pain

In September 2018 researchers from Jordan published the results of their study to assess the effect of correcting a vitamin D deficiency on musculoskeletal pain and accompanying symptoms of anxiety … Read more

Posted on 12 August 201825 January 2020

Exclusively breastfed infants should receive vitamin D supplementation as breast milk provides newborns with only about 20% of what is recommended by the Institute of Medicine for infants during the first year of life

In January 2016 researchers from Denmark published the results of their study to assess vitamin D levels in breast milk during the first 9 months of breast-feeding. Blood and breast … Read more

Posted on 12 August 20184 January 2020

Vitamin D3 and calcium supplementation appears to moderately improve physical performance in frail individuals

In March 2018 researchers from Canada published the results of their study to assess whether 4000 IU/day of vitamin D3 supplementation was safe for frail older adults and whether this … Read more

Posted on 12 August 20184 January 2020

A higher intake of fried food appears to increase the risk of benign breast disease, but not breast cancer

In January 2018 researchers from Poland published the results of their study to assess the relationship between cooking technique and risk of breast cancer and benign breast cancer in 237 … Read more

Posted on 11 August 201821 February 2020

Probiotics appear to lower inflammatory markers in rheumatoid arthritis

In December 2017 researchers from Egypt, Syria, Japan and Vietnam reviewed the scientific literature to assess the effect of probiotics in rheumatoid arthritis. Nine studies involving 361 patients were identified. … Read more

Posted on 7 August 20183 June 2020

Probiotic and synbiotic supplementation improves symptoms associated with the metabolic syndrome in pre-diabetics

In July 2018 researchers from Iran published the results of their study to assess the effects of probiotics and synbiotics on the metabolic syndrome. 120 adults with prediabetes were divided … Read more

Posted on 7 August 20184 January 2020

Calcium supplementation may increase the risk of dementia in elderly women with cerebrovascular disease

In October 2016 researchers from Sweden and the UK published the results of their study to assess whether calcium supplementation was associated with the risk of dementia. 700 women with … Read more

Posted on 6 August 201825 January 2020

Lead content found in body paint sold in the USA is sufficient to raise blood lead levels

In March 2017 researchers from the USA published the results of their analysis of the metal content in costume cosmetics (lipstick, body paints, eyeshadow) sold in the USA.  The results

… Read more
Posted on 6 August 20184 January 2020

A higher nut intake appears to be associated with a reduced risk of cardiovascular disease, cancer and a premature death from respiratory disease, diabetes, and infections

In December 2016 researchers from Norway, UK and the USA published the results of their review of the medical scientific literature to assess the relationship between nut consumption and risk … Read more

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