L-Theanine Improves Task Accuracy Without Expected Brain Wave Changes, Research Shows
L-theanine marketing claims about alpha brain wave enhancement lack experimental support in controlled testing without caffeine, yet the supplement still…
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Astrocytes, comprising roughly 50% of brain cells, are now recognised as active global regulators of brain state rather than passive…
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Carbohydrate Intake During Exercise Shows Modest Muscle Glycogen Sparing Effects
New meta-analysis of 31 trials reveals carbohydrate intake during prolonged exercise reduces muscle glycogen depletion by 9%. Despite statistical significance,…
Vigorous Exercise Before Stress Blocks Cortisol Surge, Study Shows
New research shows vigorous exercise can reduce cortisol response to psychological stress by up to 42% when performed 45 minutes…
Biogen-Denali Parkinson’s Drug Fails Phase 2 Trial, Highlighting Treatment Development Challenges
Biogen and Denali's experimental Parkinson's therapy failed Phase 2 trial endpoints, highlighting ongoing challenges in neurodegenerative disease drug development. The…
EU and US Drug Regulators Split Over AstraZeneca’s New Breast Cancer Treatment
European and American drug regulators reached opposing conclusions on AstraZeneca's experimental breast cancer treatment. The EMA endorsed the antibody-drug conjugate…
CDC Mpox Information Page Becomes Target of Political Controversy Over Health Communication
A CDC webpage about mpox has become embroiled in political controversy, highlighting ongoing tensions between scientific health communication and political…
Plant vs Animal Protein: New Research Challenges Short-Term Muscle Building Claims
New research reveals that while animal protein produces 47% higher immediate muscle protein synthesis than plant protein, this advantage may…
Muscle Mass Linked to Younger Brain Age in New MRI Study of 1,164 Adults
New MRI study of 1,164 adults reveals that higher muscle mass is linked to younger brain age, while visceral fat…
Short Sleep Triggers Persistent Inflammation That Raises Heart Disease Risk by 34%
Laboratory research reveals that five nights of four-hour sleep increases inflammatory markers by 145%, with levels persisting even after recovery…