Evaluation of pharmacological aids on physical performance after a transmeridian flight

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This article evaluates static and dynamic performance of US Air Force reserves after flying east across seven time zones, in order to test pharmacological aids against placebo in overcoming declined performance. Three groups were given time released caffeine, melatonin or the placebo and tested two days before and 10 days after the flight; results showed that time released caffeine and melatonin may compensate for jet lag, but the authors emphasizes the need for further investigations.

France, Switzerland, Testing, Physiological aspects, Exercise, Caffeine, Jet lag, Flight, Pharmacology

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Physical activity and the common cold in men administered Vitamin E and Beta-Carotene

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A study was done to determine the relation between physical activity at work or at leisure and incidence of common cold in middle aged males and also its effect due to long-term supplementation of vitamin E and Beta-Carotene. The findings was Vitamin E and Beta-carotene supplementation did not reduce the risk of colds for participants who did heavy jobs or exercise at leisure.

Science & research, Prognosis, Vitamin E, Middle aged men, Cold (Disease), Common cold, Beta carotene

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Parents' activity-related parenting practices predict girls' physical activity

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Research indicates that activity supports from both mothers and fathers influence and lead to higher levels of physical activity among their 9-yr-old daughters. Data reveal a predictive validity between parents' activity-related parenting practices and their daughters' physical and emotional well-being.

Public affairs, Social aspects, Mothers and daughters, Mother-daughter relations, Fathers and daughters, Father-daughter relations, Parent and child, Parent-child relations, Grooming for girls, Girls' grooming

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