Sunscreen is thought to impair exercise performance by worsening body heat strain, but new research suggests sunscreen is not bad for body heat regulation. This post was originally featured on "I Spy Physiology" on May 22nd, 2024. (3 min read)
Read moreA NEW WAY TO 'BEET' HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE
Beetroot juice prevents blood pressure from increasing with a high salt diet in rats. Learn about why beets may also do so in humans. This post was originally featured on "I Spy Physiology" on March 15th, 2023. (3 min read)
Read moreLIFESTYLE FACTORS FOR OPTIMIZING CARDIOVASCULAR HEALTH [PODCAST]
I was a guest on Brady Holmer’s podcast “Science and Chill”. We discussed exercise physiology, cardiovascular health, high-salt diets, and obesity. (Recorded by Brady Holmer on 10/8/2022) (91 min podcast)
Read moreEXERCISE IN A PILL? SCIENTISTS IDENTIFY DRUG THAT MIMICS EFFECTS OF SPORTS
Scientists are edging closer to finding solutions for muscle and bone loss. (Written and published by Medical News Today on 9/20/2022) (5 min read)
Read moreMAKING SENSE OF SALT SENSING
Some cities in the U.S. are starting to post sodium warnings in restaurants. You might wonder how our bodies know how much salt is too much. This post was originally featured on "I Spy Physiology" on May 18th, 2022. (3 min read)
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