BODY COMPOSITION

This study looked at whether a 12-week program of exercise, a protein-controlled diet, and educational sessions could help people with early-stage chronic kidney disease (stages G1 and G2). Fifteen participants took part, and researchers measured changes in cholesterol, muscle st…

This study tested a 12-week wellness program for overweight office workers aged 20-40. The program included personalized brisk walking, nutrition education, and a mobile app for self-monitoring. Researchers measured changes in body fat, muscle mass, waist size, and fitness to see…

This study looked at whether doing Zumba dance workouts combined with halotherapy (breathing in salty air) for 12 weeks could improve body composition, breathing, and fitness in inactive older women. Twenty women aged 55-80 took part. The goal was to see if this fun, low-cost app…

This study looked at whether taking collagen peptides after resistance training helps untrained men (ages 30-60) build more muscle and strength compared to training alone. Eighty overweight men participated in a controlled trial. The goal was to see if the supplement improves lea…

This study looked at whether a 4-month supervised strength training program could help people with lymphoma keep their muscle mass while undergoing chemotherapy. 42 patients were split into two groups: one did resistance training, the other received usual care. The main goal was …

This study tested whether the MIND diet (a mix of the Mediterranean and DASH diets) can improve fatigue, brain fog, and quality of life in people with multiple sclerosis (MS). 62 adults with MS followed either the MIND diet or a standard healthy diet for 3 months. Researchers mea…

This study looked at whether taking daily vitamin D and fish oil supplements can improve bone density and structure in healthy adults. Researchers measured bone changes in 771 participants over time using scans and blood tests. The goal was to see if these common supplements help…

This study looked at how a mix of multicomponent training and stability exercises affects body composition, physical fitness, and movement in active women over 65. Forty independent, healthy older women took part. The goal was to see if these exercises improve lower body strength…

This study looked at whether a lower-protein, multi-ingredient supplement works as well as a high-protein shake for building muscle and improving performance in elite rugby players. Twenty male university rugby players took either a 40-gram whey protein supplement or a 20-gram mi…

This study looked at whether a 4-week nutrition education program for parents could improve the body composition and athletic performance of 30 young basketball players aged 8-13. Researchers measured changes in lean body mass, body fat, and performance tests like jumping and spr…

This study looked at whether adding simple bodyweight exercises (calisthenics) to gym class helps teenagers get stronger and feel better about themselves. About 100 students aged 13-16 took part, with some doing the special program and others sticking to regular PE. After 12 week…

This study checks in on mothers and their children 12 years after a program that helped obese pregnant women eat healthier and be more active. The goal is to see if those changes affected the children's body composition and health. About 500 families from the original study are i…