The rise of early-onset cancer has become one of the most puzzling trends in modern oncology. A new study investigated whether changes in biological aging (https://www.foundmyfitness.com/topics/biological-age-clocks?email={{contact.EMAIL}}) may help explain why some cancers are appearing more frequently in younger adults. The researchers analyzed health data from about 150,000 adults in the UK Biobank. Using a blood-based measure called PhenoAge, they estimated whether each participant's biology appeared older or younger than expected for their age. That difference was converted into a standa... aging cancer
Read moreBreakfast is often touted as the most important meal of the day. But for teenagers, the composition of that breakfast may be more critical than previously thought. A recent study found that eating a high-protein breakfast increases gene expression associated with cardiovascular health, potentially protecting teens against heart disease later in life. The study included 30 teens who routinely skipped breakfast. For six months, 10 of the teens ate a normal-protein breakfast (10 grams of protein) daily, 10 ate a high-protein breakfast (30 grams of protein), and 10 continued skipping breakfast. T... diet development cardiovascular
Read moreResistance training remodels muscle fibers and connective tissues, driving muscle mass and strength gains. This phenomenon has led to the plausible theory that enhancing collagen synthesis could boost functional strength. However, recent research suggests otherwise. A study found that collagen supplementation was no more effective than a placebo at promoting muscle fiber and connective tissue synthesis. In this small study, 25 young men performed strenuous resistance exercise training for one week. About half of the men took 15 grams of hydrolyzed collagen peptides twice daily during the inter... exercise muscle supplements
Read moreBreastfeeding protects infants from many common illnesses, a new study has found. Babies breastfed for at least three months were less likely to spend time in the hospital or develop asthma, colds, ear infections, or other common conditions. Researchers tracked the health and breastfeeding histories of nearly 4,000 children living in Ireland. They compared the rates of hospitalization and illnesses of babies fed breast milk exclusively for 90 days or more to those who never breastfed. They found that babies breastfed for 90 days or more were less likely to develop chest infections, common co... immune system development breast milk
Read moreInflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is an umbrella term for two chronic inflammatory conditions that affect the digestive tract – ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease. Symptoms of IBD include diarrhea, rectal bleeding, abdominal pain, fatigue, and weight loss. Evidence indicates that dysbiosis, an imbalance in the types and numbers of microbes in the gut, contributes to the pathogenesis of IBD (https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31094471/). And now, findings from a recent study suggest that eating a high-sugar diet promotes dysbiosis and the development of IBD. The study involved normal mice and ... gut diet inflammation sugar
Read moreSome scientists have proposed mild cognitive impairment as a transitional stage before the development of Alzheimer’s disease, one of the most common causes of dementia. Epidemiological evidence suggests that vitamin supplementation may support cognitive function. New research demonstrates reduced oxidative stress and improved cognition after 12 months of vitamin D supplementation. Current evidence suggests that lifestyle factors like diet influence the progression of cognitive decline by increasing or decreasing oxidative stress that damages the brain. Previous studies have demonstrated the a... vitamin d
Read moreCigarette smokers are known to have low levels of omega-3 fatty acids, the essential fats necessary for brain function. A 2014 study suggests that providing omega-3 fatty acids to regular cigarette smokers reduced daily smoking and tobacco cravings. Previous research has demonstrated that a deficiency of the omega-3 fatty acids eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) can contribute to psychological stress. Interestingly, the areas of the brain that process stress and drug cues have sizable overlap. Imbalanced levels of omega-3 fatty acids found in smokers can make them more ... omega-3
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