Texas A&m University

This study tested whether nutrients in eggs, like omega-3s, can improve visual thinking speed in healthy adults aged 50 to 75. Over 100 participants were randomly assigned to eat different amounts of whole eggs, egg whites, or no eggs for two weeks. Their cognitive performance wa…

This study looked at how a school-based program called Healthy School Recognized Campus affects heart disease risk factors in children. Researchers measured things like waist size, blood pressure, and fitness in 159 students from Texas elementary schools. The goal was to see if t…

This study looked at whether a special mix of essential amino acids (with extra leucine) could help elderly people with COPD build muscle better than a standard protein supplement. 34 participants received both types of supplements on separate days, and researchers measured chang…

This study looked at how healthy adults process a compound called ornithine phenylacetate (OP), which is being explored as a treatment for liver disease. Twenty volunteers aged 40-70 received OP by mouth and stable tracers by IV, with blood, urine, and muscle samples collected. T…

This study looked at whether adding casein protein and leucine (a building block of protein) to meals helps people with COPD and healthy older adults build muscle. Weight loss and muscle loss are common in COPD and can make the disease worse. The study involved 36 participants an…

This study looked at how the body digests and uses food in people who had bariatric surgery for severe obesity. Researchers used advanced tests to measure changes in proteins and other molecules after eating. The goal was to understand why some people lose more weight than others…

This study looked at whether taking fish oil supplements (EPA and DHA) for four weeks could help people with COPD build muscle when they also eat protein. The researchers measured muscle protein building in 64 participants. The goal was to see if fish oil improves the body's resp…

This study looked at how a mix of home and on-site exercise sessions affects the body in people with chronic respiratory diseases like COPD and sleep apnea, as well as those recovering from COVID-19. 72 adults aged 30-85 took part in 18 tailored exercise sessions. The goal was to…