A study from the University of Otago in New Zealand found that performing short, simple exercises like chair squats, calf raises, and standing knee raises every 30 minutes over four hours in the evening can help people sleep about 27 minutes longer. The research challenges the belief that evening exercise disrupts sleep, showing no significant differences in sleep quality between those who exercised and those who remained sedentary. The study involved 28 non-smoking adults and was published in BMJ Open Sport & Exercise Medicine.
Recent research from the University of Otago has shown that kiwifruit, a rich source of vitamin C, can quickly enhance mood and vitality, with effects seen in as little as four days. The study involved 155 adults with low vitamin C levels and utilized smartphone surveys to track improvements in mood and overall well-being. The findings highlight the benefits of incorporating nutrient-rich foods like kiwifruit into one’s diet for mental health and introduce a novel approach to nutritional research, emphasizing the potential synergistic effects of consuming whole foods for mental well-being.
A study from the University of Otago, New Zealand, has found that consuming two kiwi fruits daily can significantly improve vitality and mood within just four days, providing a faster and longer-lasting boost than vitamin C supplements. The research, published in the British Journal of Nutrition, involved an eight-week dietary intervention with 155 adults and suggests that what we eat can have a relatively fast impact on how we feel.
