Exercise & Memory
Exercise & Memory Science has shown that exercise improves brain function and, on this occasion, researchers from Geneva tested the acute effect of different forms of exercise on motor learning […]
Sleep & Eating Behavior
Sleep & Eating Behavior For years I’ve been mentioning the importance of sleep for quality of life, and even though this research was done in mice, clinical experience corroborates its […]
Caffeine and Endurance Exercises
Caffeine and Endurance Exercises Caffeine is a well-known ergogenic aid and researchers from Brazil found that runners also benefit from it. When the athletes consumed 300 mg of caffeine in […]
Blood sugar management and brain health
Blood sugar management and brain health For years I’ve been making emphasis on the importance of blood glucose management and researchers from the UK are adding more reasons for that. […]
Body Fat and Aging
A long time ago I learned from Dr. Bob Rakowski that for most people, health decline starts with just 1 extra pound of body fat. In a recent study […]
Skin – Gut Connection
Skin – Gut Connection We know that sunlight has powerful benefits on our health and researchers from Canada are adding even more highlights. They tested how the microbiota gets […]
Lactate & Growth Hormone
Lactate & Growth Hormone I’ve been saying for years that a great way to increase endogenous growth hormone production is through strength training, especially the type that increases lactic acid. […]
Avocados and the Gut Bacteria
Avocados and the Gut Bacteria Avocados are not only delicious, but also very healthy because of their concentrations of antioxidants, fiber, and omega-9 fatty acids, and now research is showing […]
Eccentric Training for Strength Gains
In my classes I explain lengthy about the different applications and benefits of eccentric training and this research done in professional powerlifters shows that the concept applies even to experienced […]
Mother’s Vitamin D and Babies Brain Development
Vitamin D, the sun vitamin, is essential for human health Researchers are showing us how important it is for pregnant females and their children’s brain development. Different studies have shown […]
Preventing Lower Back Injuries with Hip Extensors Training
Effects of a Hip Extensors Program on Lower Back Injuries. Clinical experience has shown me the importance of in-season strength training for athletes, and scientists from Spain and New Zealand […]
Green Tea Benefits for the Heart
I’ve talked before about the health benefits of coffee, but how about green tea? Researchers from Japan found that green decreases all-cause mortally among those who have suvived myocardial infarction […]