People living in desert regions appreciate pomegranate trees (Punica granatum) because they are so resilient and can thrive in harsh conditions. Meanwhile, people working in laboratories appreciate pomegranates for the myriad of compounds they contain, and the wide...
Supplementing with turmeric extract was linked to significant reduction in muscle soreness following exercise, according to a new study from India. Turmeric is a flowering plant (Curcuma longa) that is part of the ginger family. Both turmeric and the curcumin derived...
Wikipedia asserts there is “no or litttle evidence” proving Omega-3 fatty acids confer any health benefit. “Evidence” to Wikipedia means multi-million dollar pharmaceutical-funded studies done in the same manner that are applied to new drugs...
A well-known paradox of exercise is that even though it improves the immune system, prolonged high-intensity exercise can actually lower the immune response—at least for a short period of time. Studies show that intense and long-duration workouts can reduce the...
Just about every athlete recognizes creatine as the world’s most popular muscle-building nutrient. But the same energy-producing properties in creatine that benefit muscle growth also provide other potent health benefits. A study published in 2019 found creatine...
A review of dozens of studies shows that Omega-3 fatty acids have a positive effect on the length of telomeres, reported to be a marker of biological aging. Research on telomeres has exploded in recent years as scientists have demonstrated how telomere length can be...
