Prof. Giorgi Pkhakadze, MD, MPH, PhD
Folic Acid Fortification Reduces Neural Tube Defects by 36% Despite MTHFR Gene Concerns
Folic acid fortification has reduced neural tube defects by 36% globally, including in people with MTHFR gene variants. Despite claims…
Resistance Training Uses Less Muscle Glycogen Than Previously Thought, Meta-Analysis Reveals
New meta-analysis of 20 studies reveals resistance training depletes only 24% of muscle glycogen stores, challenging conventional post-workout carbohydrate recommendations.…
Gut Microbiome Changes Precede Brain Symptoms in Parkinson’s Disease, Global Analysis Reveals
Global metagenomic analysis reveals that critical gut microbiome changes precede brain symptoms in Parkinson's disease. Two common microbial compounds systematically…
High-Carb Breakfast Fails to Boost Glycogen in Trained Athletes
New research shows that a high-carbohydrate breakfast failed to increase glycogen stores in trained cyclists. The findings suggest well-trained athletes…
One Third of US Adults Don’t Get Recommended Sleep: Evidence-Based Guide to Sleep Optimization
New research reveals one-third of American adults don't achieve recommended sleep duration of 7-9 hours nightly. Evidence-based analysis examines sleep…
Scientists Capture Muscle Cell Fusion in Real-Time for First Time
Scientists capture unprecedented real-time footage of muscle cells fusing together, revealing the five-stage process that creates powerful muscle fibres. The…
Vitamins Function as Essential Biochemical Operators, Not Optional Nutrients
New research reveals vitamins function as precise biochemical operators, not interchangeable nutrients, with each performing specific roles across skeletal, immune,…
Fermented Soy Foods Show Promise in Reducing Cognitive Decline Risk
Large-scale analysis of nearly 70,000 adults reveals fermented soy foods like natto are associated with 14% lower odds of cognitive…