Reclaiming Youth – How Scientists Are Getting Around Muscle Aging
A team of researchers at iMM has discovered a protein capable of regulating the immune system and restoring the regenerative capacity of muscles in the…
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Heavy Drinking Could Be Jeopardizing Your Muscles
According to a new study by the University of East Anglia, individuals who consume alcohol heavily may be jeopardizing their muscle health and predisposing themselves…
Silent Killer: The Hidden Danger of Muscle Fat
Myosteatosis, or high muscle fat accumulation, in asymptomatic adults significantly increases the risk of major health issues and mortality, according to a study in Radiology….
Humans Are Not Just Big Mice: Current Anatomical Predictions for Muscle Are Wrong
The results have important implications for surgical procedures, computer simulations of the musculoskeletal system, muscle function, and rehabilitation. In the field of science, conclusions derived…
Don’t Ignore Your Slowing Mobility: It Could Be a Sign of Something More Sinister
According to widely held belief, aging leads to a decline in muscle strength and a slower pace, but recent studies suggest that it may also…
New Research Reveals That Muscle Health Depends on Lipid Synthesis
The most widespread reason for frailty in hereditary diseases and aging is muscle degeneration, which could stem from a lack of a crucial enzyme in…
Flex Your Artificial Muscles: The New Low-Voltage Breakthrough
Scientists have created thin, elastic bottlebrush polymer films that can function as artificial muscles at significantly lower voltages than currently available materials, potentially enabling their…
Muscle Pain or Fatigue From Statins? What Cholesterol Patients Need To Know
Statins do not increase muscle injury after prolonged walking, important for heart health in statin users. A study published in the Journal of the American…
Unlocking the Secret to Maintaining Muscle Function During Aging: New Study Sheds Light on Cellular Mechanisms
The results suggest potential methods for enhancing muscle function in older adults. Exercise has been demonstrated to shield against numerous diseases and is considered a…
Muscle Mass Can’t Save You: The Impact of Excessive Fat on Health
An analysis of muscle and fat mass data from a large sample population has revealed the limitations in accurately predicting cardiometabolic risks. Researchers from Concordia…
Unexpected: Scientists Discover Secreted Protein Enhances Muscle Growth and Strength
Myokine has been demonstrated to enhance both the growth of myoblasts and the contractile power of myotubes. Researchers at Tokyo Metropolitan University have found that…
Researchers Identify a New Hallmark of Aging
A new mechanism of aging has been uncovered by researchers: the accumulation of sphingolipids. Ceramides, a widely known class of sphingolipids, build up in aging…
The Anti-Aging Secret of Ceramides: Scientists Discover Potential Key to Slowing Muscle Decline
As they age, both mice and humans tend to become less active and lose muscle mass and strength. Scientists led by Johan Auwerx at EPFL…
Supercharge Your Workouts: Active Molecule of Beetroot Juice Significantly Increases Muscle Force During Exercise
A recent study discovered that consuming dietary nitrate, the active molecule found in beetroot juice led to a substantial improvement in muscle force during physical…
Scientists Find That Mechanical Stimulation Could Be Used To Strengthen Muscles
Research at Aston University suggests that mechanical vibrations could enhance muscle function and balance control. Scientists in the College of Engineering and Physical Sciences studied…
Scientists Discover Serious Side Effects Associated With Youth Steroid Use
A study of Canadian youth found that the use of anabolic-androgenic steroids is prevalent and associated with dependence and severe side effects. A new study…
New Research Indicates That Weak Muscles May Speed Up Aging
The study provides some of the first evidence of a link between muscle weakness and acceleration of biological age, according to researchers. People age at…
Same Results From Half the Workout – New Research Reveals How You May Be Able To Cut Your Gym Time in Half
A recent study has revealed that a specific type of muscle contraction is the most effective at building muscle strength and size. This means that…
