Glucocorticoid excess is a critical factor contributing to muscle atrophy. Both endogenous
and exogenous glucocorticoids negatively affect the preservation of muscle mass and …

With extended life expectancy, the older population is constantly increasing, and
consequently, so too is the prevalence of age-related disorders. Sarcopenia, the …

Skeletal muscle is critical for maintaining mobility, independence, and metabolic health in
older adults. However, a common feature of aging is the progressive loss of skeletal muscle …

Background Disturbances in protein metabolism and impaired muscle health have been
observed in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). The ω-3 (n–3) PUFAs EPA and …

Polyphenols sourced from Ilex latifolia Thunb.(PIT) contain high levels of phenolic acids,
tannic acids, triterpenoids and so on, which play important roles in antioxidant function. This …

This study aims to investigate the effects of fish oil supplementation on the muscle adaptive
response to resistance exercise training, physical performance and serum levels of …

Physical inactivity or prolonged bed rest (BR) induces muscle deconditioning in old and
young subjects and can increase the cardiovascular disease risk (CVD) with dysregulation …

Nutrition plays a key role in training for, and competing in, competitive sport, and is essential
for reducing risk of injury and illness, recovering and adapting between bouts of activity, and …

The physical demands of professional female football have intensified in recent years.
Supplements are only advised in addition to a healthy, balanced diet, but may warrant a …

Background: Low muscle strength is a predictor of mortality in older adults. Although the
evidence concerning hyperglycemia is limited, evidence shows that omega-3 (ω-3) intake …