Neurodegenerative disorders are associated with reduced levels of brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF). The results of a meta-analysis have recently been published (Ruiz-Gonzalez et al, 2021; Neurosci Biobehav 1-jun; doi: 10.1016/j.neubiorev.2021.05.025) which aimed to evaluate the effect of exercise interventions on plasma BDNF levels in people with neurodegenerative disorders.

Researchers from the University of Granada UGR point out that women have a much more efficient thermoregulatory system than men in response to food. The study, published in the journal Clinical Nutrition, involved 104 men and women, whose skin temperature was measured before and after eating. In a room

Under the original title of 'The force-velocity profile as determinant of spike and serve ball speed in top-level male volleyball players', and achieving a great international repercussion, a novel research has been made public that will contribute a lot to volleyball. Being a sport modality extremely specific in its physical preparation, the results obtained offer

The assertion that women have had a lower presence than men in scientific research is not new. We have evidence that women have been clearly underrepresented in experimental sciences, engineering and medicine, among other fields of knowledge. A study by the University of Almeria now demonstrates that

UGR researchers conducted the most comprehensive systematic review to date on this topic, analyzing 18 scientific articles The results show a positive association between physical activity and aerobic capacity on microbial diversity and composition, while exercise interventions appear to positively influence microbial composition

From the research network on "Active aging, exercise and health /HEALTHY-AGE" we want to show our gratitude to the journal Science, Culture and Sport (CCD) for accepting for publication the work developed by a group of our researchers. Already in CCD: https://ccd.ucam.edu/index.php/revista/article/view/1743 Healthy-Age multidomain intervention program. Recommendations for healthy aging: by the Healthy-Age Network.

Physical exercise, through as yet unknown molecular mechanisms, is capable of improving human cardiometabolic health. Our intestine is inhabited by trillions of bacteria that form the intestinal flora. Different studies have shown that these small cohabitants that exist in our intestine are capable of influencing our metabolic health, since

Sleep quality, Mediterranean diet and cardiorespiratory endurance influence academic performance and cognition during adolescence. A new study conducted in Spain reveals new effects of regular physical activity and the adoption of a healthy lifestyle on physical and cognitive health in adolescents.

Researchers at the University of Almeria have conducted a rigorous study to examine the association of the mechanical variables of vertical and horizontal force-velocity profile and acceleration with change of direction ability in various sports. A total of fifty-four male athletes volunteered to participate in this study.

More than fifty women participate in an adapted training program. This initiative, whose methodology is published in the prestigious international journal 'Medicine', is coordinated by the Sport Research Group (CTS-1024) and funded by the Patronado Municipal de Deportes de Almería and the Vicerrectorado de Investigación Almería, 11/11/19.

Performing strength training with moderate to high loads provides in just 12 weeks improvements in functional capacity, body composition and strength in people aged between 65 and 75 years. Gema Suárez Mellado This has been shown in a study carried out by researchers from the Faculty of Sport at the University of Barcelona.

Hominids have been walking upright for about 4.4 million years. Zumba or crossfit have only been with us for a couple of decades. The great variety of offers for physical exercise, together with the anglicisms and cool terms that have crept into the fitness industry, make us forget that

The EJERCITALES Project consists of a 12-week training program created 'ex profeso' to test its effect on subclinical arteriosclerosis and inflammation characteristic of this population, published in two journals of high scientific impact, and in view of the results obtained, it is only a 'beginning' for further research. As a result of the collaboration of researchers

Research involving the University of Granada, carried out with 2698 subjects between 25 and 79 years of age, reveals that those people who regularly engage in domestic physical activity, such as sweeping, mopping or cooking, have a better cardiovascular profile.

Have you ever wondered why spicy food, even when cold, gives you a burning sensation in your mouth, or why peppermint cools your mouth? All these physiological responses are explained by transient receptor potentials, the so-called "TRP channels". The discoverers of this biological landmark have won the

The CTS-1024 Group carries out a free pilot study of population-based research on the physical condition of the PAS/PDI and their relatives that culminates with direct transfer of the results to the users: "We rely on data so that the effort they make does not remain in the air". This was stated by the UAL researcher, Enrique

Although at the end of the 20th century it was maintained that eating more than two eggs a week increased cholesterol, in recent years experts have been debunking this myth. Now, a new study concludes that eating more eggs is not associated with higher plasma cholesterol in adolescents, regardless of their cholesterol level.