Jul 1, 2008
The Buzz in Physiology: (Begins at 1:34) A quick
look at studies from APS journals that have been in the news.
Athletic Performance and Caffeine: (Begins at
3:05) Taking caffeine and carbohydrates together following exercise
refuels the muscles more rapidly, according to a study from the
Journal of Applied Physiology done by Australian researcher
John Hawley of the Royal Melbourne Institute of
Technology in Australia.
Drinking It In: (Begins at 12:55) The discovery of how
sugar is absorbed into the small intestine led to oral rehydration
therapy and the development of rehydrating sports drinks such as
Gatorade. A conversation with the man who made that discovery:
Stanley Schultz of the University of Texas Medical School.
You can read Dr. Schultz's historical perspectives paper "From a
pump handle to oral rehydration therapy: a model of translational
research" by clicking here.
The music that you hear at the beginning and end of the program is
Body Notes, composed by scientist-musician (and APS member) Hector
Rasgado-Flores. The San Diego Chamber Orchestra performs.
Running Time: 24:01
Related Press Releases:
Sweet tooth and GLUT2 Gene
Aging and Caloric Restriction
High-intensity Exercise
This is good stuff. I think there many physiologists who could use these podcasts in there teaching.