What is the Longevity Research Library?

The Longevity Austria Research Library curates recent peer-reviewed studies on longevity, nutrition, exercise, sleep, and supplements. Each study is rated by evidence strength: Strong, Moderate, or Preliminary.

How are evidence levels determined?

Evidence levels are based on study type (meta-analysis, RCT, cohort study), sample size, journal impact factor, and reproducibility of findings.

Research Digest

Research Library

Peer-reviewed papers from top journals, summarized and graded by evidence strength. Updated Mon, Wed & Fri.

Evidence

8/96

Topic

May 10–16, 2026

2 studies

creatine

Creatine Plus Lifting May Help Postmenopausal Women Keep Muscle and Strength

Looking at seven trials in postmenopausal women, creatine combined with resistance training added small but real gains in lean mass and leg strength. The sweet spot was at least 5 grams a day paired with lifting. Lower doses without exercise did nothing, and bone density didn't budge either way. Side effects were mild and matched placebo.

Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition·Moderate·May 16, 2026

exercise

Exercise May Ease Anxiety, Especially Mind-Body and Aerobic Workouts

Looking at 10 studies of about 2,400 adults with generalized anxiety, researchers found exercise was linked to lower anxiety symptoms. Mind-body workouts like yoga and aerobic exercise showed the biggest effects, while resistance training results were unclear. Programs lasting 8 weeks or more with sessions of 21 to 40 minutes seemed most helpful. However, the studies varied widely, so the authors caution this is suggestive, not definitive.

BMC sports science, medicine & rehabilitation·Moderate·May 13, 2026

May 3–9, 2026

1 study

protein

Why Standard Protein Advice May Fall Short for Older Adults

This review argues that general protein guidelines may not be enough for older adults trying to keep their muscle. Older bodies need more protein, spread evenly through the day, with a focus on leucine-rich foods like animal proteins. The authors note that creatine, vitamin D, collagen, and omega-3s, combined with resistance training, may further support muscle health.

Frontiers in nutrition·Moderate·May 8, 2026

Apr 19–25, 2026

1 study

exercise

Cardio vs. Weights for Type 2 Diabetes: Different Wins for Each

In adults with Type 2 diabetes, cardio and resistance training help in different ways. Aerobic exercise was best for boosting adiponectin and lowering leptin, two hormones tied to fat regulation. Resistance training showed bigger drops in inflammatory markers like TNF-alpha and IL-6, especially in younger or overweight people. The authors caution these results are hypothesis-generating, not firm exercise prescriptions.

Diabetes, obesity & metabolism·Moderate·Apr 24, 2026

Apr 5–11, 2026

1 study

exercise

Exercise Helps Older Adults With Sarcopenic Obesity, but Evidence Quality Is Mixed

Pooling 20 trials of older adults with sarcopenic obesity (low muscle plus excess fat), exercise reduced body fat, BMI, and LDL cholesterol while boosting muscle mass, grip strength, and walking speed. Resistance training stood out for building muscle and strength. Combined training (resistance plus cardio) improved the broadest range of outcomes. However, the authors caution that evidence quality was only moderate for body composition and low for metabolic benefits.

Maturitas·Moderate·Apr 6, 2026

Mar 29 – Apr 4, 2026

2 studies

Alzheimer's

Strength Training May Reshape Brain Markers in Older Adults With Early Alzheimer's Signs

A 24-week strength training program altered Alzheimer's-related brain signatures in cognitively healthy older adults. The effect was strongest in participants who already had amyloid buildup in their brains. Those reductions in brain thickness markers were linked to better executive function, suggesting the changes were adaptive rather than harmful. This was a small trial of 90 people around age 72, so the results need replication.

Age and ageing·Preliminary·Apr 4, 2026

exercise

Why Even One Workout Sharpens Your Thinking, According to Research

A single session of moderate to vigorous exercise reliably boosts executive function, processing speed, and working memory in adults. Cardio led the pack, but resistance training also improved executive function in many trials. The brain benefits seem tied to short-term spikes in BDNF, lactate, and prefrontal brain activity. So even one workout appears to give your brain a temporary lift.

Muscles (Basel, Switzerland)·Moderate·Mar 30, 2026

Mar 15–21, 2026

1 study

sarcopenia

Resistance Training Plus Amino Acids Beat Either Alone for Muscle in Older Women

In healthy women aged 65 and older, combining resistance exercise with essential amino acid supplements for 12 weeks increased muscle mass more than doing either one alone. The combo group also showed the biggest improvements in fitness tests and the best shift in muscle-related hormones. Inflammatory markers dropped too, with one key marker only declining in the combined group. Each intervention helped on its own, but pairing them produced clearly stronger results.

Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition·Moderate·Mar 21, 2026

Disclaimer: Research summaries are provided for informational purposes only and do not constitute medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before making changes to your health routine.

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