Review
Sport Sciences
Claudia Hartley, Amelia Carr, Steven J. Bowe, Wender L. P. Bredie, Russell S. J. Keast
Summary: This study systematically evaluates the impact of maltodextrin-based carbohydrate oral rinse on exercise performance, demonstrating improvements overall. Although not significant, the more robust analysis method also provides some evidence to support this conclusion.
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Josh W. Newbury, S. Andy Sparks, Matthew Cole, Adam L. Kelly, Lewis A. Gough
Summary: The purpose of this study was to investigate the use of nutritional supplements among highly trained swimmers on a national talent pathway. The study found that 98% of swimmers reported using at least one supplement, with performance and recovery being the main reasons. National swimmers used more supplements, particularly ergogenic aids, compared to age-group and development swimmers. Parents/guardians were the main source of supplement information for development swimmers, while performance nutritionists played a significant role for age-group and national swimmers. The study suggests the need for supplement education for parents/guardians at the development level and further research on the efficacy of supplements used by national swimmers.
Review
Nutrition & Dietetics
Roberto Pellicer-Caller, Raquel Vaquero-Cristobal, Noelia Gonzalez-Galvez, Lucia Abenza-Cano, Javier Horcajo, Ricardo de la Vega-Marcos
Summary: This systematic review with meta-analysis aimed to examine the influence of exogenous factors, such as nutritional and hydration strategies, and environmental conditions on fatigue in endurance tests. The study found that carbohydrate intake increased time to exhaustion and decreased heart rate, while carbohydrate with protein intake increased lactate levels during the test. Dehydrated individuals showed higher rates of perceived exertion and greater body mass loss. In hot conditions, athletes experienced increases in perceived exertion, heart rate, and skin temperature, and a decrease in temperature gradient after the test. No significant differences were found in altitude or cold conditions.
Review
Oncology
Daise Pereira de Araujo, Paula Tamara Vieira Teixeira Pereira, Ariadina Jansen Campos Fontes, Karla Danielle Silva Marques, Erica Brandao de Moraes, Rosane Nassar Meireles Guerra, Joao Batista Santos Garcia
Summary: This study conducted a systematic review with meta-analysis to evaluate the use of guarana fruit in managing fatigue in cancer patients. The results showed that guarana did not reduce cancer-related fatigue compared with placebo groups, indicating the need for further studies with better methodological quality.
SUPPORTIVE CARE IN CANCER
(2021)
Review
Nutrition & Dietetics
Olga Lopez-Torres, Celia Rodriguez-Longobardo, Raquel Capel-Escoriza, Valentin E. Fernandez-Elias
Summary: This systematic review and meta-analysis summarized the effects of ergogenic aids used by female athletes on sports performance. The results showed that caffeine improved jumping performance, isometric strength, and the number of repetitions till failure. Caffeine and sodium phosphate improved sprint performance. Taurine, caffeine, and beta-alanine improved aerobic tests. More studies are needed to examine the effects of different ergogenic aids on female athletes' performance.
Article
Engineering, Biomedical
H. M. A. Kolken, A. Fontecha Garcia, A. Du Plessis, C. Rans, M. J. Mirzaali, A. A. Zadpoor
Summary: Meta-biomaterials with auxetic properties show promise for long-lasting implants by expanding in response to tension. The study focused on additively manufactured auxetic structures made from CP-Ti, showing suitable morphological and mechanical properties for bone implant applications. The fatigue performance of these structures could potentially improve implant longevity in load-bearing settings.
ACTA BIOMATERIALIA
(2021)
Review
Physiology
Feiyan Xiao, Anastasiia V. Kabachkova, Lu Jiao, Huan Zhao, Leonid V. Kapilevich
Summary: Cold water immersion (CWI) is a popular method for reducing post-exercise muscle stiffness and fatigue, as well as promoting recovery. However, there are conflicting opinions regarding its effectiveness. This systematic review and meta-analysis examined the effects of CWI on fatigue recovery and exercise performance. The results showed that CWI significantly reduced subjective characteristics such as muscle soreness and perceived exertion, as well as objective indicators like countermovement jump and creatine kinase levels. However, CWI had no effect on C-reactive protein and IL-6 levels. Subgroup analysis indicated that different CWI sites and water temperatures did not influence post-exercise fatigue recovery. Overall, athletes are recommended to use CWI immediately after exercise to reduce muscle soreness and accelerate fatigue recovery.
FRONTIERS IN PHYSIOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Berta Moreno, Santiago Veiga, Antonio J. Sanchez-Oliver, Raul Dominguez, Esther Morencos
Summary: Sports supplements are commonly used by competitive swimmers, regardless of gender and performance level. The consumption of medical supplements is higher among high-level swimmers.
Review
Food Science & Technology
Thiago Silveira Alvares, Gustavo Vieira de Oliveira, Monica Volino-Souza, Carlos Adam Conte-Junior, Juan Manuel Murias
Summary: Dietary nitrate ingestion has a positive effect on muscular strength and muscular endurance, with a more significant impact observed during isometric and isotonic contractions. Dosage, frequency of ingestion, training level, muscle group, and type of contraction do not appear to significantly affect the outcomes. Further experimental research is needed to explore this topic.
CRITICAL REVIEWS IN FOOD SCIENCE AND NUTRITION
(2022)
Review
Dentistry, Oral Surgery & Medicine
V. F. Zymperdikas, M. P. Yavropoulou, E. G. Kaklamanos, M. A. Papadopoulos
Summary: This study aimed to assess the clinical effectiveness of bisphosphonate administration as a supplement to conventional dental treatment in patients free of bone-related diseases using network meta-analysis. The results showed that bisphosphonate treatment was associated with significant improvement in most clinical measurements, with alendronate demonstrating better outcomes compared to zoledronate or alendronate/risedronate. However, long-term effects require further data support.
JOURNAL OF DENTAL RESEARCH
(2021)
Review
Immunology
Nahed A. El-Shall, Shouqun Jiang, Mayada R. Farag, Mahmoud Azzam, Abdulaziz A. Al-Abdullatif, Rashed Alhotan, Kuldeep Dhama, Faiz-ul Hassan, Mahmoud Alagawany
Summary: The increase in drug resistance and ineffective immunization against pathogens pose a significant threat to the poultry industry. Spirulina, a natural ingredient rich in nutrients and antioxidants, can beneficially affect gut health and disease resistance in chickens. It has antibacterial effects and can also exhibit antiviral activities against common human or animal viruses. Additionally, Spirulina can modulate the immune system, improving disease resistance and growth rates in poultry. This review discusses the potential use of Spirulina as a dietary supplement to enhance growth, gut health, and disease resistance in poultry.
FRONTIERS IN IMMUNOLOGY
(2023)
Review
Nutrition & Dietetics
Lynsey N. Spillman, Angela M. Madden, Holly Richardson, Fumiaki Imamura, Danielle Jones, Marilyn Nash, Hong Kai Lim, Holly N. Hellawell, Kirsten L. Rennie, Linda Oude M. Griep, Michael Allison, Simon J. Griffin
Summary: Cardiovascular disease and its concurrent risk factors are common after liver transplant. Most of these risk factors can be improved through diet modification. This study aimed to review the literature on the nutritional intake of liver transplant recipients (LTR) and the factors influencing intake. The findings showed that LTR had a high-energy, low-quality diet with inadequate intake of fruits, vegetables, fiber, and adherence to cardiovascular disease prevention guidelines.
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
He Sun, Kim Geok Soh, Alireza Mohammadi, Xuanji Wang, Zuchang Bin, Zijian Zhao
Summary: Mental fatigue significantly affects technical performance of soccer players, including offensive and defensive skills. Studies have shown significant effects on errors, number of tackles, and successful tackles, while passing skills were not significantly affected. Future research may explore additional factors such as decision-making skills or internal load.
FRONTIERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
He Sun, Kim Geok Soh, Alireza Mohammadi, Xuanji Wang, Zuchang Bin, Zijian Zhao
Summary: Mental fatigue significantly affects the technical performance of soccer players, particularly offensive and defensive skills.
FRONTIERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
Review
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Rotimi Alao, Hayaan Nur, Emily Fivian, Bhavani Shankar, Suneetha Kadiyala, Helen Harris-Fry
Summary: The prevalence of malnutrition varies by levels of absolute economic status, with undernutrition concentrated in poor households and the concentration of overweight and obesity by economic status depending on region. However, further research is needed to clarify the links between malnutrition and relative economic status.
Article
Sport Sciences
Kyle J. Brandenberger, Gordon L. Warren, Christopher P. Ingalls, Jeff S. Otis, J. Andrew Doyle
Summary: The study showed that a 1-hour downhill run significantly injured the knee extensors while the elbow flexor muscles remained uninjured but their strength was impaired. Data suggests that muscle injury can lead to prolonged strength deficits in muscles distant from the injury.
JOURNAL OF STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Sport Sciences
Brian C. Rider, Scott A. Conger, Grace L. Ditzenberger, Summer S. Besteman, Claire M. Bouret, Adam M. Coughlin
Summary: The study aimed to determine the accuracy of the Polar A360 heart rate monitor in various activity levels. Results showed a strong correlation between the A360 and the RS400 chest heart rate monitor, with the highest accuracy during rest and recovery stages.
JOURNAL OF STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Sport Sciences
Cory W. Baumann, Gordon L. Warren, Dawn A. Lowe
MEDICINE AND SCIENCE IN SPORTS AND EXERCISE
(2020)
Article
Engineering, Biomedical
Liang-Ching Tsai, Zuowei Zhao, Steven M. Fridenmaker, Gordon L. Warren
ISOKINETICS AND EXERCISE SCIENCE
(2020)
Article
Cardiac & Cardiovascular Systems
Kyle J. Brandenberger, Rachel Culbreth, Samuel Shan, Douglas S. Gardenhire, Gordon L. Warren
Article
Endocrinology & Metabolism
Christine A. Cabelka, Cory W. Baumann, Angus Lindsay, Andrew Norton, Nick C. Blixt, Gengyun Le, Gordon L. Warren, Kim C. Mansky, Susan A. Novotny, Dawn A. Lowe
Summary: The tissue-selective effects of Bazedoxifene (BZA) on musculoskeletal system in Ovariectomized (OVX) female mice indicate that BZA may act as an estrogen receptor agonist in skeletal muscle, as it has been seen in bone, providing minor benefits to the musculoskeletal system.
JOURNAL OF ENDOCRINOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Clinical Neurology
Joyceann P. Trost, Mo Chen, Molly M. Stark, James S. Hodges, Sara Richter, Angus Lindsay, Gordon L. Warren, Dawn A. Lowe, Teresa J. Kimberley
Summary: The protocol combining voluntary and evoked contractions is a safe, feasible, reliable, and valid method to measure strength and excitability of wrist extensors in males with DMD, showing excellent reliability and discriminant validity between DMD patients and controls.
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Cheryl L. San Emeterio, Lauren A. Hymel, Thomas C. Turner, Molly E. Ogle, Emily G. Pendleton, William Y. York, Claire E. Olingy, Alan Y. Liu, Hong Seo Lim, Todd A. Sulchek, Gordon L. Warren, Luke J. Mortensen, Peng Qiu, Young C. Jang, Nick J. Willett, Edward A. Botchwey
Summary: Volumetric muscle loss (VML) is a significant clinical challenge after extremity trauma, and an immunomodulatory biomaterial therapy shows promise in addressing this issue. Modulating S1P receptor signaling can enhance muscle stem cell abundance and myofiber diameter, aiding in regeneration following VML injury.
FRONTIERS IN BIOENGINEERING AND BIOTECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Review
Sport Sciences
Scott A. Conger, Lindsay P. Toth, Channie Cretsinger, Anders Raustorp, Josef Mitas, Shigeru Inoue, David R. Bassett
Summary: Evidence from studies conducted in eight developed nations over a 22-year period indicates that physical activity levels have declined overall, especially in adolescents. This study emphasizes the need for continued research tracking time trends in physical activity using wearable devices.
MEDICINE & SCIENCE IN SPORTS & EXERCISE
(2022)
Article
Physiology
Cory W. Baumann, Angus Lindsay, Sylvia R. Sidky, James M. Ervasti, Gordon L. Warren, Dawn A. Lowe
Summary: Our study found that maintenance of plasmalemmal excitability after eccentric contractions depends on intact and functional dystrophin glycoprotein complex (DGC) rather than solely dystrophin expression. Loss of torque after eccentric contractions was greater in dystrophic mouse lines compared to wild-type mice, showing the significant role of DGC in maintaining plasmalemmal excitability. Additionally, deficiency of the DGC protein beta-sarcoglycan was found to be equally disruptive to plasmalemmal excitability as dystrophin deficiency.
FRONTIERS IN PHYSIOLOGY
(2021)
Review
Orthopedics
Liang-Ching Tsai, Christopher M. Jeanfreau, Katherine A. Hamblin, John M. Popovich, Mark A. Lyle, Daniel F. Cottmeyer, Gordon L. Warren
Summary: This meta-analysis examined the factors influencing quadriceps weakness after ACL reconstruction. The results showed that factors such as time post-surgery, graft type, gender, geographic location, and isokinetic speed can affect the magnitude of quadriceps weakness. Patients with patellar tendon autografts demonstrated greater between-limb asymmetry in quadriceps strength, while female strength deficits were underestimated to a greater extent.
KNEE SURGERY SPORTS TRAUMATOLOGY ARTHROSCOPY
(2022)
Article
Physiology
Gengyun Le, Cory W. Baumann, Gordon L. Warren, Dawn A. Lowe
Summary: This study developed a novel method to measure muscle strength in female mice, and found that estradiol enhances posttetanic twitch potentiation (PTP) through the G-protein estrogen receptor (GPER) signaling rather than ERa or ERss signaling pathways. These findings indicate the importance of GPER in mediating the effects of estradiol on muscle strength in female mice.
JOURNAL OF APPLIED PHYSIOLOGY
(2023)
Review
Hospitality, Leisure, Sport & Tourism
Scott A. Conger, Lara M. Tuthill, Mindy L. Millard-Stafford
Summary: Whether caffeine increases fat metabolism is still debated. A systematic review and meta-analysis of 94 studies found that caffeine intake has a small effect in increasing fat metabolism, with blood biomarkers showing a higher effect than gas exchange measures. The effect is more significant during rest than exercise, and is not influenced by participants' fitness level, sex, or caffeine dosage.
SOCIOLOGY OF SPORT JOURNAL
(2022)
Review
Family Studies
Susan J. Kelley, Deborah M. Whitley, Shannon R. Escarra, Rowena Zheng, Eva M. Horne, Gordon L. Warren
Summary: The meta-analysis of six studies suggests that custodial grandparents raising grandchildren are more likely to experience adverse mental health outcomes compared to their non-parenting counterparts. This finding adds to the existing evidence of their emotional vulnerability and calls for further research in this area.
MARRIAGE AND FAMILY REVIEW
(2021)
Review
Gerontology
Fayron Epps, Helen To, Tao Tony Liu, Asmita Karanjit, Gordon Warren
Summary: Increased demands associated with caregiving may have negative impacts on the physical and mental health of caregivers, while exercise training has been shown to improve the health of caregivers for persons living with chronic illnesses.
JOURNAL OF APPLIED GERONTOLOGY
(2021)
