Do Sports Drinks Cause Kidney Stones?

Why was this study done? To investigate the effects of two sports drinks (“G” or “P”) and whether they produce or prevent the formation of kidney stones. What did the study find? “P” increased citrate excretion (by 170 mg/day) and increased urine pH (by 0.31), whereas “G” did not change citrate excretion or pH. These…

Effect of a Structured Meal Replacement Program on Weight Loss: An Eight-Week Mobile App-Assisted Intervention.

Why was this study done? Many studies have supported the notion that a structured weight loss program along with educational support may be one of the best ways to achieve weight loss. This study was designed to examine the effectiveness of a low-glycemic, high-leucine, structured weight loss program along with educational support in the form…