Blood sugar

Peer-reviewed research concerning blood sugar, summarized and appraised in plain language with every source cited.

12Studies

12Human studies

2026Most recent

Reduced-exertion high-intensity interval training (REHIT) provides limited improvement in post-prandial and 24-hour glycemia in healthy, physically active men.

Journal of exercise science and fitness2026n = 20

RCTHuman

This study looked at whether a quick, low-effort high-intensity interval training routine (REHIT) could improve blood sugar control after meals and over a full day in healthy, active middle-aged men.…

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Skeletal Muscle and Circulating microRNAs Adaptations to 12-Week HIIT With or Without L-Citrulline in Obese Older Adults.

Journal of cachexia, sarcopenia and muscle2026n = 68 (37 HIIT + L-citrulline, 31 HIIT + placebo)

RCTHuman

This study looked at how high-intensity interval training (HIIT), where short bursts of hard effort alternate with easier recovery periods, with or without L-citrulline (an amino acid that may boost…

Aging Blood sugar Longevity

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Comparison of linear and undulating periodization resistance training on athletic capacities and health promotion: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Frontiers in public health2026

Meta AnalysisHuman

This study compared two approaches to resistance training, linear periodization (a steady progression of weight up and reps down over months) and undulating periodization (varying weight and reps week to…

Blood sugar Metabolic Muscle & Strength

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