New and Noteworthy: What I Read This Week—Edition 247

Research of the Week The biggest explosion in intelligence occurred after the Gorilla line split from the Hominid line. Less testosterone, more arthritis. Obesity and sarcopenia are a lethal combo for fall risk in older adults. Physical activity reduces depressive symptoms in long-term caregivers of ill family members. Older heart disease patients are probably low … Read more

New and Noteworthy: What I Read This Week—Edition 248

Research of the Week Forest exposure improves quality of life in cancer patients. Powerlifting improves strength gains throughout almost all life stages, with strength losses of 0.35% per year occurring only after age 69. Outdoor training improves function and quality of life in older adults. High intensity interval training reduces sleep apnea severity. Blood flow … Read more

New and Noteworthy: What I Read This Week—Edition 249

Research of the Week Scythians made leather out of their enemies’ skin. 5 liters of alkaline water a day is too much. Dialysis patients with lower potassium and magnesium levels have higher mortality. Neanderthals were morning people. Caffeine gum increases deadlift. New Primal Kitchen Podcasts Primal Kitchen Podcast: Get to Know Your Inner Parts with … Read more