The environmental impact of traditional protein sources is a growing worry. This has sparked interest in exploring alternative proteins. One such alternative is a protein derived from recombinant bovine β-lactoglobulin, or rBLG for short. This protein is not from cows or plants. It is made in a lab. It is a type of protein that is normally found in milk. But this ver...

Blood pressure is a big deal. It's like the force of water in a hose. Too much pressure can cause serious trouble. People with hypertension have this issue. They need to be careful with exercise. A study looked into how different types of weightlifting affect blood pressure in these individuals. First, let's talk about intensity. Intensity in weightlifting is li...

Imagine being stuck in bed for weeks. That might sound very easy. But think what happens to the muscles in the large muscles in the legs within a few days. This is what doctors call "disuse atrophy. " Your leg muscles get smaller and weaker. So what can be done to stop that? Scientists looked into this and found evidence for a solution: weight training. ...

A study recently explored whether resistance exercises could help lower the risk of falls among individuals with Alzheimer's disease. The focus was on how such workouts might improve muscle strength, reduce the fear of falling, and enhance the ability to perform daily tasks. Additionally, the study looked into any changes in neuropsychiatric symptoms. The researchers...