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Hot beverages increase the risk of throat cancer?

Last updated: January 10, 2022 By Jorn Trommelen Leave a Comment

Can hot beverages increase the risk of throat cancer?

Hot beverages, such as tea and coffee, are very popular in a lot of cultures. However, it may be best to not drink them while they are still very hot.

This study investigated whether drinking very hot tea increased the risk of developing throat cancer. First, subject’s tea drinking habits such as drinking temperature were measured. Then, the subjects were observed for around 10 years to record if they developed throat cancer.

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Protein enhances muscle mass gains during resistance training?

Last updated: December 6, 2021 By Jorn Trommelen 2 Comments

Protein enhances muscle gains during resistance training? Yes

Does protein supplementation enhance muscle mass gains during resistance training?

Protein provides the necessary building blocks (amino acids) for muscle growth. Protein directly stimulates muscle protein synthesis (building muscle proteins from amino acids).

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Cold water baths decrease muscle growth?

Last updated: November 30, 2021 By Jorn Trommelen 4 Comments

Do cold water baths decrease muscle mass gains?

Cold water/ice baths and cryotherapy are very popular among athletes to reduce muscle soreness after a heavy training session. While these strategies might reduce muscle soreness, it has been suggested that they possibly lower the adaptive response to training.

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Processing of milk lowers protein absorption?

Last updated: November 29, 2021 By Jorn Trommelen 4 Comments

Can the processing of milk protein lower its quality?

Milk is often heated to increase its microbiological safety and shelf life, or to make specific milk-based products (such as infant formulas and protein supplements).

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