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Newest firstPURPOSE: Cannabis use is increasing among older adults. Given reported associations between delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and increased acute heart rate, there is concern regarding the impact of cannabis on cardiovascular health in older adults. Engaging in regular physical activity (PA) is associated with reduced heart rate and cardiovascular disease risk, but it has yet to be explored whether PA status infl…
Open article record in new tab ↗Exercise-induced hypoalgesia (EIH) illustrates how physical activity can reshape the biology of pain while simultaneously influencing the systems that regulate stress. Acute and repeated exercise can reduce pain sensitivity in healthy individuals and in some chronic pain populations, yet the magnitude and consistency of these effects vary substantially across individuals, diagnoses, and exercise protocols. This va…
Open article record in new tab ↗Adolescent depression emerges during a developmental period characterized by ongoing maturation of corticolimbic and stress-regulatory systems. This narrative review critically evaluates a hypothesis that acute exercise-related endocannabinoid mobilization, particularly changes in circulating anandamide (AEA), may be linked to CB1 receptor (CB1R)-dependent processes relevant to prefrontal–amygdala function and str…
Aberrant food reward processing is a key contributor to the development and maintenance of obesity, and exercise intervention has been proposed as a feasible way to correct this maladaptive eating pattern. Nevertheless, inconsistent research findings mean its real efficacy and internal regulatory mechanisms remain controversial. This work adopted a systematic review design following standardized literature screeni…
Open article record in new tab ↗Exercise is widely recommended for body weight management and metabolic health, yet its effects are not explained by energy expenditure alone. Post-exercise food choice, hedonic eating, and compensatory energy intake may attenuate expected training benefits. Food reward, encompassing hedonic "liking" and motivational "wanting," is therefore a useful framework for understanding variability in exercise-related weigh…
Open article record in new tab ↗ObjectivesTo explore patients and physiotherapists perspectives on a snack-based physical activity (PA) approach and mobile health technologies (mHealth) for non-specific chronic low back pain (NSCLBP). Snack-based PA refers to short, frequent bouts of activity (2-5 minutes) integrated into daily routines. DesignQualitative study using Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis (IPA) of semi-structured online interv…
Open article record in new tab ↗BackgroundLarge Language Model (LLM) chatbots are increasingly used for exercise and fitness topics, yet users experience with these tools remains understudied. MethodsThis study is a national survey of U.S. adults who have used an LLM chatbot for exercise-related topics in the past month. Participants answered questions about the exercise-related topics for which they used LLM chatbots, their perceptions of these…
Open article record in new tab ↗BackgroundNon-communicable diseases (NCDs) are the leading cause of mortality in Iran, driven largely by modifiable lifestyle risk factors. Healthcare providers play a pivotal role in delivering preventive lifestyle recommendations, yet the extent and effectiveness of these efforts remain unclear. This study aimed to assess the distribution of lifestyle counseling across sociodemographic and clinical subgroups and…
Open article record in new tab ↗Objectives: This study investigated the effects of 2-week ingestion of hemp fiber (high and low doses) versus placebo bars on gut permeability and plasma metabolite shifts during recovery from 2.25 h intensive cycling. Hemp hull powder is a rich source of two bioactive compounds, N-trans-caffeoyl tyramine (NCT) and N-trans-feruloyl tyramine (NFT), with potential gut health benefits. Methods: The study participants…
This review examines the impact of interactions between the gut microbiota and the endocannabinoidome (eCBome) on health and disease, highlighting their significance for physiological and pathological processes. We identify key research gaps and challenges to advance the field. The review discusses the role of dietary patterns and physical activity in regulating these interactions. It also explores the complex nat…
Open article record in new tab ↗Introduction The prevalence of cannabis use among youth is rising globally, making it crucial to understand its role in health and well-being. While cannabis use is linked to various health outcomes, evidence on its relationship with 24-h movement behaviours (moderate-to-vigorous physical activity, sedentary behaviour, and sleep) in youth is limited. This study uses a digital citizen science approach to examine th…
Open article record in new tab ↗Background/aim The aim of our study was to investigate the effectiveness of lumbar stabilization exercises on serum biomarker levels and clinical outcomes in lumbar disc herniation (LDH) patients with and without neurological deficit. Materials and methods 40 patients with neurological deficits (WND) and 34 patients without neurological deficits (WOND) diagnosed with LDH were included in this study. The patients'…
Background Several studies have suggested a positive effect of occasional cannabis consumption on the frequency of leisure-time physical activity, possibly due to more motivation before, more enjoyment during, and better recovery after engaging in leisure-time physical exercise. While such an effect would contradict the stereotypical image of lower physical activity levels in cannabis users as compared to non-user…
Objective: This narrative review aims to analyze physical activity as a central pillar of lifestyle modification in the management of chronic musculoskeletal pain by examining its effects on pain modulation as well as related lifestyle domains, including sleep, stress regulation, dietary habits, and smoking behavior. Methods: A narrative structured review was conducted. We searched MEDLINE/PubMed, Embase, and Coch…
Open article record in new tab ↗Substance use (SU) and physical activity (PA) among university students changed with the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic. In this study, we examined factors associated with SU and PA and profiles of these health behaviours in university students in Germany 20 months into the pandemic. A cross-sectional study on student well-being during the COVID 19-pandemic was conducted in October/November 2021 at five German…
Purpose of review Review recent research regarding the relationship between cannabis use, weight, eating behaviors, eating disorders, and physical activity. Recent findings Cannabis, particularly the cannabinoid Δ9-tegrahydrocannabinol (THC), is associated with increased appetite, food cravings, overconsumption, and decreased physical activity. Cannabidiol (CBD) appears to be associated with decreased appetite. Wh…
Open article record in new tab ↗Objective: The aim of this study is to determine if protein intake, diet quality, or engagement in physical activity mediate the relationship between sleep quality or duration and handgrip strength. Methods: The sample consisted of 2171 middle-aged persons examined in the 2013-2017 Healthy Aging in Neighborhoods of Diversity across the Life Span (HANDLS) prospective cohort study. Those with sleep apnea (n = 222) a…
Open article record in new tab ↗BackgroundAlthough physical activity may play a significant role in enhancing quality of life for glioma patients, its integration into clinical care remains underexplored. This study assessed the experiences, perspectives, and barriers of healthcare professionals in promoting physical activity for glioma patients. MethodsAn online survey with 19 questions was distributed to Dutch healthcare professionals register…
Open article record in new tab ↗The cornerstones of good health are exercise, proper food, and sound nutrition. Physical exercise should be a lifelong routine, supported by proper food selections to satisfy nutrient requirements based on energy needs, energy management, and variety to achieve optimal metabolism and physiology. The human body is sustained by intermediary and systemic metabolism integrating the physiologic processes for cells, tis…
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