Lab Notes

A major trial finds rapamycin may blunt exercise benefits in older adults despite theoretical promise. Meanwhile, new research confirms simple tests like the 30-second chair stand can track functional gains, and CoQ10 shows potential for reducing oxidative stress in chronic kidney disease.

A landmark study shows evolocumab slashes first-time heart events by 25% in high-risk patients. New research reveals how protein type and dose affect amino acid delivery, while free amino acids offer faster absorption than whole protein—without boosting muscle synthesis. Meanwhile, viral videos on cancer-feeding foods and lifter-focused supplements show mixed scientific backing.