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How Oxygen Availability Affects Cognitive Fatigue: Insights and Solutions

February 5, 2025September 29, 2023 by Yinka Davies, MD

Reading Time: 2 minutesCognitive fatigue can significantly hinder athletic performance, particularly in physically demanding activities conducted in low-oxygen environments. This is why oxygen availability is so important. These environments pose challenges to executive functions, which are crucial for tasks like learning, planning, judgment, and decision-making. A study published in Scientific Reports sheds light on the impact of oxygen … Read more

The Difference Between VO2 and VO2 Max

February 5, 2025September 19, 2023 by Yinka Davies, MD

The Brooks Beasts Track Club doing V02 max training in Seattle Washington.

Reading Time: 2 minutesUnderstanding the metrics that measure our body’s oxygen consumption during exercise is essential for gauging fitness levels and tracking progress. VO2 and VO2 max are key measurements used in assessing aerobic capacity; however, they are often used interchangeably despite their differences. V02: Measurement of Oxygen Consumption VO2, or oxygen consumption, refers to the amount of … Read more

Oxygen: The Underrated Player in Athletic Success

February 5, 2025July 18, 2023 by Yinka Davies, MD

Reading Time: 2 minutesOxygen availability is the foundational element for athletic success. It serves as the key player in the body’s energy production, enabling sustained physical activity and enhancing endurance capacity. Despite its undeniable importance, oxygen often remains an underrated factor in athletic performance, overshadowed by other aspects of training and preparation. The Universal Impact of Oxygen Across … Read more

Gut Health and Sleep Restoration: The Key to Mending Chronic Sleep Disturbances

February 5, 2025April 20, 2023 by Yinka Davies, MD

Reading Time: 4 minutesIn this article, we dive into the connection between gut health and sleep. Sleep is crucial for maintaining our physical and mental well-being, acting as the body’s natural repair and rejuvenation process while also solidifying memories and learning. Yet, in today’s fast-paced world, chronic sleep restriction (CSR) – or simply not getting enough sleep – … Read more

The Science of Long-Haul Flights and How to Stay Healthy

February 5, 2025March 28, 2023 by Yinka Davies, MD

Reading Time: 6 minutesAre you wondering how to stay healthy on long-haul flights? Long-haul flights can be exhausting and uncomfortable, causing a wide range of physical and mental stress on our bodies. From cramped seats to jet lag, the effects of long flights can be felt long after we arrive at our destination. Athletes are particularly susceptible to … Read more

The Influence of Nutrition and Probiotics on Mental Health

February 5, 2025March 21, 2023 by Yinka Davies, MD

what happens when you stop taking probiotics

Reading Time: 4 minutesConversations around mental health have become commonplace in recent years, but many people still overlook the connection between the microbiome and mood regulation. According to the World Health Organization, 1 in 8 people globally suffer from some form of mental disorder, with anxiety and depression at the top of the list. This article will dive … Read more

The Potential Negative Effects of Artificial Sweeteners on Gut Health

February 5, 2025March 7, 2023 by Yinka Davies, MD

Reading Time: 6 minutesArtificial sweeteners have become popular in the food and beverage industry, commonly found in everyday “health” products like recovery drinks and protein bars. Despite being recognized as safe by the FDA, a growing body of research suggests that these sugar substitutes may not be as harmless as we once thought, especially when it comes to … Read more

Microbes and Muscles: The Science behind the Gut-Muscle Connection

February 5, 2025March 1, 2023 by Yinka Davies, MD

Reading Time: 7 minutesThe human gut is home to trillions of microorganisms that make up the gut microbiota. Recent research has shown that these tiny microbes can have a profound impact on our overall health and well-being, including the health and function of our skeletal muscles. This article will dive into the gut-muscle connection. The gut-muscle axis, which … Read more

The Impact of Oxygenation on Endurance Athletes

February 5, 2025February 14, 2023 by Yinka Davies, MD

Reading Time: 5 minutesOxygen, and oxygenation, plays a key role in our daily lives, although the relationship between oxygen and the microbiome is often misunderstood. When it comes to athletic performance, how much oxygen the gut uses has a direct impact on how much oxygen is available for the rest of the body. Vo2 Max and lactate threshold … Read more

The Gut-Brain Axis: The Impact of Gut Microbiota on Cognitive Performance

February 5, 2025February 7, 2023 by Yinka Davies, MD

Reading Time: 5 minutesMany people refer to the gut as a second brain, a term that becomes much more impactful when you learn about the gut-brain axis. Your microbiome is home to trillions of microbes that assist digestion, enter the bloodstream and communicate with the brain. This communication occurs through the gut-brain axis, which plays an important role … Read more