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Archives for June, 2021

Sprinters Might Outrun Bone Loss

High-impact exercises could help prevent bone loss during aging.

Researchers in Finland found older men who continued their sprint training maintained or even improved their bone health during a 10-year period compared to those who reduced their training load.

, June 07, 2021


Vegan Diet has Benefits and Drawbacks for Children

Good heart health but bad bone health could come from vegan diets for children.

Researchers at University College London found children on a vegan diet had better heart health than children who ate meat but had several nutritional deficiencies that stunted their growth and affected bone health.

, June 14, 2021


Skipping Breakfast Puts You in a Nutrition Deficit

Skipping breakfast may mean more than hunger for your body.

Researchers at Ohio State University found adults who skip breakfast are likely to be low on nutrients commonly found in breakfast foods all day.

, June 21, 2021


Lack of Tryptophan Tied to Increased Inflammation

Tryptophan does more than make us sleepy.

Researchers have found tryptophan plays a critical role in gut health and helps keep inflammation under control as we age.

, June 24, 2021


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