Women's Research Review 22

3 Eye-opening Health Studies Just for You!

Scott Flear
October 05, 2023

Hello Lovely Reader! 🌸

Back with your weekly Women’s Research Review! We get it – life's hectic and not everyone's into the nitty-gritty of health studies ☕. So, every Thursday, we simplify 3 recent women's health findings for you.

From fitness updates to wellness tidbits, we're here with the info. Ready to see what's fresh this week?

1st Study

Cycling After Learning? Turns Out It's a Memory Booster!

Hello to all our brainy beauties! 🧠 Ever had one of those "Oh, what was that again?" moments?

Well, we've uncovered a neat trick from a 2023 study: Cycling AFTER a learning session can give your memory a nice little boost!

Researchers were curious about when's the best time to exercise for memory perks. They showed participants various images.

One group cycled BEFORE viewing, the other AFTER. And the results?

Those who pedalled AFTER remembering stuff had a sharper memory recall a week later!

It's not some magic or anything – it's just the act of cycling post-learning that seems to do the trick.

Main Takeaway: If you're trying to remember something (like that delicious recipe or a fun fact), give your brain a helping hand by hopping onto your bike afterwards! 🚴‍♀️🧠

Pro Tip: Next time you dive into a book or attend a workshop, consider a quick 20-minute cycle ride afterwards. If you don’t have a bike, try a 20-minute walk.

It's not just great for your body but might also help those facts stick better!

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2nd Study

Morning Workouts vs. Evening Workouts – Which Helps Weight Loss More?

Ever wondered if that morning jog or evening Zumba makes a difference in your weight loss journey? A 2019 study has some insights that might surprise you.

Researchers gathered a bunch of young adults (half of them were women) who were a bit on the heavier side and not so active. They split them into groups based on when they liked to exercise:

Early Birds (Early-EX): Those who worked out mainly between 7:00 and 11:59 am.
Night Owls (Late-EX): Those who sweated it out between 3:00 and 7:00 pm.
Mix-n-Match (Sporadic-EX): Those who didn’t really have a set time.
No Exercise (CON): The control group.

Fast forward 10 months:

The Early Birds lost a whopping 7.2% of their weight! 🌞
The Mix-n-Match group lost 5.5%.
The Night Owls? Only about 2.1%.
And the No Exercise group? They actually gained a little weight.

Main Takeaway: Getting your workout in the AM might give you an edge in the weight loss game! While we're not 100% sure why, those morning workouts seem to have a magic touch.

Actionable Step: Consider setting that alarm a bit earlier and kickstarting your day with some exercise. Whether it's a brisk walk, a jog, or your favourite morning routine – give it a try and see how it feels!

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3rd Study

Why a Post-Meal Walk Could Be Your Best Friend if You Have Type 2 Diabetes

Quick Dive: "When is the Perfect Time for a Walk to Manage Blood Sugar? Let’s heard the advice to take a stroll after dinner? Turns out, it’s golden – especially for those with type 2 diabetes.

Here’s what a 2016 study found:

They gathered a group of adults with type 2 diabetes.

Half were told to walk 10 minutes after each meal (breakfast, lunch, and dinner). The other half? They were simply advised to walk 30 minutes every day.

Fast forward a couple of weeks, and guess what? Those who took short walks after meals saw a significant drop in their post-meal blood sugar levels.

The best part? Walking after dinner made the biggest difference, with a whopping 22% drop! 🌟

Given that most participants had been managing diabetes for about 10 years, these findings were a big deal.

Main Takeaway: If you want to manage your blood sugar, consider taking a brisk 10-minute walk after your meals. The evening stroll seems especially beneficial.

Actionable Step: Just finished a meal? Lace-up those shoes and head out for a quick walk! It’s not just about how long you walk, but when.

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TAKEAWAY

📌 Quick Recap of Today's Studies

The Memory-Boosting Power of Post-Learning Cycling 🚴‍♀️
- Main Takeaway: The group that cycled after learning remembered the most. So, a post-learning exercise might be a key to better memory retention.
- Actionable Step: After absorbing new information, take a quick 20-minute cycle ride. It might help the facts stick!
Morning vs. Evening Workouts for Weight Loss ⏰💪
- Main Takeaway: Morning workouts seem more effective for weight loss, with the early exercisers losing up to 7.2% of their weight in 10 months.
- Actionable Step: Consider starting your day with a workout, even if it's just a brisk walk. Your scale might thank you!
Post-Meal Walks for Better Blood Sugar Management 🚶‍♀️🍽️
- Main Takeaway: Walking 10 minutes after meals, especially dinner, significantly lowered blood sugar levels – by up to 22%.
- Actionable Step: After meals, especially a carb-heavy dinner, take a 10-minute walk. It's a simple step with potentially significant benefits for blood sugar levels.