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- What do cooked rice, potatoes, oatmeal, lentils and green bananas have in common? They're good sources of resistant starch, which helps our "good" gut bacteria thrive. Learn why and what to eat in The Washington Post: ow.ly/keSY50Y8euQ #ISpyPhysiology #FridayPhysiologyFact 🧪
- We’re always told to drink more when we’re sick, but what works best? Turns out the answer is simple. Experts say plain water is king and may even help keep stress hormones in check, per a cited APS Publications JAPPL study. More from Real Simple: ow.ly/HWWg50Y7I1L #ISpyPhysiology 🧪
- What you do today determines quality of life in your 70s (and beyond!) Training for your golden years now is “money in the bank,” according to APS member Stuart Phillips. These 4 simple tests can track your progress. Read more: The New York Times ow.ly/OI8S50Y5Jsc #ISpyPhysiology 🧪 📷: iStock
- Can’t resist the occasional “cheat meal?” Maybe opt for the big breakfast instead of a late-night binge. Turns out that *when* you eat that burger and fries matters. Learn more from APS Publications Journal of Applied Physiology: ow.ly/gHTB50Y56YK #ArticlesInPress 🧪 📷: istock
- We hear nonstop about protein. But do you know why it matters, especially after menopause? This week on the #ISpyPhysiology blog, APS member Kaylen Clark explains how protein plus training can slow muscle loss and keep us strong: ow.ly/bLwp50Y8XKk🧪
- Do you study the kidneys? Want to hang out with renal physiologists at a beautiful lake setting and talk about the latest renal research? Join us at #KidneyCamp this June in Fontana-on-Geneva Lake, Wisconsin. The abstract portal is still open: ow.ly/4nf350Y7Bhj #ProfDev 🧪 📷: iStock
- This #WorldCancerDay, check out #ISpyPhysiology blog posts that explain some of the basics about this scary disease: 🧪 • Cellular-level understanding ow.ly/12cR50Y8cSJ • Cancer and heart health ow.ly/pbSB50Y8cSK • Metastasis ow.ly/mV7x50Y8cSI 📷: iStock
- What common activity could help increase longevity and reduce your dementia risk by 76%? The answer may have you dancing for joy (and your health!) Read more from The Washington Post: ow.ly/kNU950Y581S #ISpyPhysiology 🧪 📷: iStock
- APS has named Erika Shugart as its next CEO. She is a trained biologist, #STEM advocate and leader in the association community. “I am excited to join APS and build on the legacy of contributions the organization has made to society,” Shugart says. Read more: ow.ly/6aoR50Y8g6G🧪
- How do scientists handle the uncertainties they face in changing times? APS members Viet Dinh and Manda Keller-Ross discuss communication, resilience and career paths shaped by real experience in #TPhyMag: ow.ly/G1AI50Y5uyH #ProfDev 🧪
