University Of Guelph

This study tested whether a virtual reality training program could help 7-8 year old children learn to cross streets more safely. 98 healthy, English-speaking children were split into three groups: street-side training, VR training, or no training. Researchers measured how well c…

This study tested an online program called 'Strengths to Grow' that teaches parents how to notice and build on their child's unique strengths. About 400 parents of children in kindergarten to grade 3 took part. The goal was to see if the program could boost parents' happiness, co…

This completed study looked at whether taking extra betaine (from sugar beets) and choline (from eggs) can improve markers of metabolic health in adults with overweight or obesity. 34 participants followed a controlled diet for 4 weeks. Researchers measured blood lipids, glucose,…

This study looked at whether drinking beetroot juice every day during the first week of Ramadan fasting helps healthy adults exercise better. Twenty-one participants did a cycling test before and after fasting. The goal was to see if the juice improved their maximum oxygen use (V…

This study looked at how people who carry the gene for PKU (but don't have the disease) handle a substance called phenylalanine, found in many foods. 56 adults, both carriers and non-carriers, took a phenylalanine drink and had their thinking, mood, blood pressure, and body chemi…

This study looked at whether two common pain tests (temporal summation and offset analgesia) give consistent results when used multiple times in healthy adults. 16 volunteers had capsaicin cream applied to their skin to create temporary sensitivity, then the tests were repeated. …