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The neurodegenerative condition chronic traumatic encephalopathy appears to be driven by damage to the blood-brain barrier due to repetitive head injuries, like those that occur in boxing. This suggests that drugs that strengthen this barrier could ... #Echobox=1774167395" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">newscientist.com/article/251975…

Magnesium has been called the “super mineral of the moment”, hailed for its supposed benefits for the brain and body. But columnist Alice Klein finds that the evidence is lacking for many of these claims #Echobox=1773197293" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">newscientist.com/article/251731…

One of the biggest supplement myths: “If you don’t feel it, it’s not working.” Some of the most evidence-based supplements produce zero immediate feeling. Creatine. Omega-3. Vitamin D Physiology changes quietly. Performance shows up later. #SportsScience #AthletePerformance

From 1 April 2026, the wait time for athletes providing a blood sample for the haematological module of the Athlete Biological Passport after training or competition will be reduced from two hours to 60 minutes. Find out more🔗brnw.ch/21x0E36

Thank you for the excitement you brought to us @lakshya_sen May your quest continue and the adrenaline keep flowing… 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

In today’s trendy, nightclub-like fitness classes, the blaring music meant to push gym-goers through one more rep could also be putting their hearing at risk. bloomberg.com/news/articles/…

Squats = brainpower! 🏋️♂️🧠 A 2023 study in the Journal of Applied Physiology found that one minute of half-squats every 20 minutes preserved cerebral blood flow. Squatting also improved executive function and boosted self-reported concentration while reducing mental fatigue. Action plan: Break up sitting with 10 squats every 20 minutes. Then lightly stretch. Source: Horiuchi, Masahiro, Alice Pomeroy, Yoko Horiuchi, Keeron Stone, and Lee Stoner. “Effects of Intermittent Exercise during Prolonged Sitting on Executive Function, Cerebrovascular, and Psychological Response: A Randomized Crossover Trial.” Journal of Applied Physiology 135, no. 6 (December 1, 2023): 1421–1430 #SquatSmart #BrainGains

The activity of certain neurons may influence our endurance for exercise, and these could be targeted to help us run faster for longer #Echobox=1771126976" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">newscientist.com/article/251549…

During follow-up, more than 11,000 participants developed dementia. After adjusting for lifestyle and health factors, those with higher intake of caffeinated coffee had an 18% lower risk compared with low or non-drinkers, with the strongest benefit seen at two to three cups a day. Tea showed a similar association at one to two cups daily, while decaffeinated coffee showed no benefit. #dementia #CoffeeLover #CoffeeIntake @timesofindia @aiims_newdelhi

Longevity is determined by genetics + how long you can avoid disease. The majority of disease avoidance is dependent on metabolic health. Metabolic health = four controlled vectors: fuel selection, oxidative capacity under load, oxygen delivery, byproduct clearance 👇

🚨 Tejaswin Shankar opens heptathlon with lifetime best at Asian Indoors! India’s Tejaswin Shankar began his heptathlon campaign at the Asian Indoor Athletics Championships 2026 by clocking a lifetime-best 7.11s in the 60m, finishing 5th in his first event. China’s Zhang Wenxi topped the race with 6.95s, the only sub-7 performance in the field. ➡️ Tejaswin will be in action next in the long jump at 8:15 AM IST. #IndianAthletics #Athletics #AsianIndoors @afiindia

Your chronological age can’t always tell you the state of your health, which is why biological clocks have been developed to show our risk of developing diseases or dying – but they’re not all they are cracked up to be, says columnist Graham Lawton #Echobox=1770290619" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">newscientist.com/article/251298…

☕️ vs. 🍵: Which is better for your bones? Discover the surprising effects of coffee and tea on bone health in my latest blog post! Learn how these popular beverages can impact your well-being and what you can do to support your bones. #BoneHealth #IntegrativeMedicine #CoffeeOrTea drweil.com/blog/bulletins…

People who combine different types of exercise – such as running, cycling and swimming – seem to live longer than those with less varied workouts #Echobox=1770099083" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">newscientist.com/article/251244…

Being more of a morning person or an evening person can influence your health and muscle strength web.ub.edu/en/web/actuali… Original study: Identifying Chronotype for the Preservation of Muscle Mass, Quality and Strength | @Nutrients_MDPI mdpi.com/2072-6643/18/2…

Yawning and deep breathing each have different effects on the movement of fluids in the brain, and each of us may have a distinct yawning "signature" #Echobox=1769880303" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">newscientist.com/article/251369…

Iron deficiency is common among athletes. Under certain scenarios, diet and supplementation may not be sufficient. This blog describes scenarios where iron infusion or injection may be an appropriate treatment option bit.ly/3sHGDmC

Columnist Helen Thomson investigates the neurological benefits of saunas, and how heat therapy can have anti-inflammatory effects throughout the body #Echobox=1769649899" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">newscientist.com/article/251289…

This was the most widely cited article in JISSN in the past 3 years. Full article: International society of sports nutrition position stand: energy drinks and energy shots tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.10…

People who combine different types of exercise – such as running, cycling and swimming – seem to live longer than those with less varied workouts #Echobox=1769430424" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">newscientist.com/article/251244…