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Weekly semaglutide administration achieved a 13.7% weight reduction while demonstrating significant improvements in knee osteoarthritis pain, potentially offering a new therapeutic approach for this challenging patient population.

Less than half of the 26,000 annual rhabdomyolysis cases in the United States are exercise-related, but early recognition remains crucial for preventing severe complications.

Recent research indicates that drinking coffee on an empty stomach may enhance exercise performance, potentially offering a pre-workout boost for morning fitness routines.

Convincing bone loss would be bone loss at more than 1 site or over more than 1 interval, or bone loss associated with elevated markers of bone turnover such as cross-linked C-telopeptide of type-1 collagen (CTx) greater than 300 pg/mL.

Contrary to popular belief, excess protein intake does not translate to increased muscle mass without corresponding strength training.

One teaspoon of baking soda contains about 1,200 mg of sodium, nearly the full daily recommended allotment given by the American Heart Association for people with high blood pressure.