News from NYU Langone Health
Tennis vs. Pickleball: What’s a Better Workout? *
The New York Times
A comparison of tennis and pickleball finds that while tennis provides a more intense cardiovascular workout, pickleball may be better for reaction time and balance. According to Spencer Stein, MD, an orthopedic surgeon at NYU Langone Health, injury risks differ between the sports. Dr. Stein states that tennis players tend to have upper-body overuse injuries, whereas pickleball players often suffer from knee issues or Achilles tendon ruptures. He attributes the recent rise in pickleball injuries to its popularity and new players underestimating the physical demands of the sport.
4/15/2026
Should I Take a CoQ10 Supplement?
TIME
Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10), a compound naturally made by the body, is often taken as a supplement. Research suggests benefits for congestive heart failure and relieving muscle aches associated with statin drugs. Nieca Goldberg, MD, a cardiologist and clinical associate professor of medicine at the NYU Grossman School of Medicine, sometimes recommends the supplement for people with statin-related muscle aches because it poses little risk and might be helpful. However, she advises patients to consult their doctor before taking CoQ10 to review potential interactions with other medications, such as those for hypertension or anticoagulants.
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4/14/2026
Ultraprocessed foods are turning human thighs into well-marbled steaks
CNN
A new study in the journal Radiology found a strong association between high consumption of ultraprocessed foods and increased fat marbling within thigh muscles, a condition that can compromise muscle quality. Commenting on the findings, Miriam A. Bredella, MD, MBA, vice chair, strategy, Department of Radiology, associate dean, Translational Science, director of the Clinical and Translational Science Institute, and the Bernard and Irene Schwartz Professor of Radiology at NYU Langone Health, noted that this is a systemic process affecting muscles throughout the body. She explained that decreased muscle quality from fatty infiltration is a predictor for future health problems, including longer hospital stays and negative surgical outcomes.
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4/14/2026
Ginger Dietary Supplement May Ease GLP-1-Related Nausea
Medscape
A new pilot study suggests an over-the-counter ginger supplement may help reduce nausea associated with GLP-1 agonists. While the primary outcome of overall nausea severity was not statistically significant, the supplement was linked to a significant reduction in the occurrence of any nausea. Commenting on the findings, Michael A. Weintraub, MD, endocrinologist and clinical assistant professor in the Department of Medicine at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, noted he typically manages GLP-1-related nausea with conservative dosing and lifestyle advice. He expressed some doubt about the supplement's effectiveness but said he would recommend a benign option like ginger over another medication.
4/14/2026
Dr. Pothuri Discusses Emerging ADCs in HER2-Expressing Endometrial Cancer
Targeted Oncology
In an interview, Bhavana Pothuri, MD, professor at NYU Grossman School of Medicine and director of Gynecologic Oncology Research at NYU Langone Health and the Perlmutter Cancer Center, discussed encouraging findings for trastuzumab pamirtecan in treating advanced endometrial cancer. The novel antibody-drug conjugate (ADC) showed a nearly 50% objective response rate in a phase 2 study of heavily pretreated patients, with a median response duration of 9.9 months. Dr. Pothuri also highlighted findings for another ADC, Sofetabart mipitecan, underscoring the growing potential of these targeted strategies.
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4/14/2026
How Minimally Invasive Surgery Is Changing Esophageal Cancer Treatment
CURE Magazine
In an interview, Costas Bizekis, MD, a thoracic surgeon at NYU Langone Health, discussed how minimally invasive and robotic-assisted surgeries are changing esophageal cancer treatment. He explained that these advanced techniques lead to smoother recoveries, less pain, and shorter hospital stays—down to about four days from 10 to 12 with traditional open surgery. Dr. Bizekis also noted that these approaches significantly reduce the risk of complications, such as pneumonia and anastomotic leaks, due to enhanced surgical precision. Most patients who qualify for surgery are eligible for these minimally invasive procedures.
4/14/2026
Brooks Nader and Her Sisters Are Taking Part in a New Scientific Study: Everything We Know So Far
Sports Illustrated
NYU Langone Health is partnering with models Brooks Nader and her sisters, the University of Arizona, and the Space Prize Foundation on an Arctic expedition study to assess how extreme cold, isolation, and disrupted light dark cycles affect women’s health. The project will evaluate hormonal balance, menstrual cycles, sleep patterns, and overall physiological adaptation under conditions analogous to space. The initiative uses the Nader family’s platform to raise awareness of women’s health research in extreme environments.
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4/14/2026
What Is ‘Fiber Training’—And Why Should You Be Doing It?
SELF Magazine
The concept of 'fiber training' involves slowly and consistently increasing dietary fiber to build the body's tolerance and minimize digestive side effects. Lisa Ganjhu, DO, a gastroenterologist at NYU Langone Health, notes that patients often complain of bloating and cramping after adding fiber too quickly. She compares the process to weightlifting, advising a gradual increase by starting with a small amount and adding more only after the body adjusts. This slow-and-steady approach helps the colon manage higher fiber intake efficiently, sidestepping discomfort.
4/14/2026
From guesswork to guidelines: Lifestyle therapy for depression goes mainstream
MDLinx
The American College of Lifestyle Medicine has developed a consensus on lifestyle interventions for major depressive disorder, recommending a whole-food, plant-centric diet and physical activity. Gia Merlo, MD, clinical professor in the Department of Psychiatry at NYU Grossman School of Medicine and lead author of the publication, stated that despite a growing evidence base, lifestyle interventions remain underutilized in mental health care. The consensus aims to provide clinicians with a clear framework for using evidence-based lifestyle approaches to improve patient outcomes.
4/14/2026
Chilling words all people hear just before they die has been uncovered
Daily Express
A study led by Sam Parnia, MD, PhD, director of Critical Care and Resuscitation Research at NYU Langone Health, investigated near-death experiences in patients revived after cardiac arrest. The research found that the brain can operate long enough after the heart stops for a person to be aware of their death being announced. Some patients reported hearing conversations and seeing their surroundings after being pronounced dead, with medical staff corroborating their accounts. The study is the most comprehensive of its kind on the topic.
4/15/2026
50-Millisecond Brain Filter That Decodes Odors
Neuro Science News
The article reports on a study led by NYU Langone Health researchers showing the brain's olfactory bulb identifies smells within the first 50 milliseconds of a sniff. This process, termed 'temporal filtering,' was previously thought to occur in the cerebral cortex. The findings, published in Nature Neuroscience, could have applications for AI. The study was co-led by Dmitry Rinberg, PhD, professor of neuroscience at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, and Shy Shoham, PhD, director of the Tech4Health Institute at NYU Langone Health and professor in the neuroscience and ophthalmology departments at NYU Grossman School of Medicine.
4/14/2026
Choosing Wisely in CLL: A Deep Dive Into Frontline Treatment
Targeted Oncology
In a podcast, Marc Braunstein, MD, PhD, associate professor of medicine at the NYU Perlmutter Cancer Center, and Adam Kittai, MD, associate professor and incoming director of the CLL and Lymphoma programs at NYU Perlmutter Cancer Center, discuss the evolving frontline treatment landscape for chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL). They explore the shift from chemotherapy to targeted therapies, emphasizing the need to individualize treatment based on disease biology and patient preferences. The discussion at NYU Perlmutter Cancer Center covers insights from recent clinical trials, the role of minimal residual disease testing, emerging therapies, and managing Richter’s transformation.
4/15/2026
