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Basic Takeaways Peptides are emerging as a hot topic in fitness. Marketed as the next big thing in fat loss, muscle recovery, and “anti-aging,” they often promise faster results with less effort. Read on to learn the truth about peptide-based drugs: It is important to know the difference between peptide-based drugs that are FDA-approved drugs and those that are not. Two well-known examples of peptide-based drugs are semaglutide (Wegovy) and tirzepatide (Zepbound), which are approved for chronic weight management in specific patient populations. BPC-157 and TB-500 are peptides popular in the fitness world, but they…

For the discovery of genomic imprinting, developmental biologists Davor Solter and Azim Surani will receive the 2026 Paul Ehrlich and Ludwig Darmstaedter Prize, endowed with €120,000, on March 14 at the Paulskirche in Frankfurt. They discovered that we inherit certain genes only in one active copy, determined by a molecular marker that identifies maternal or paternal origin – thus laying the foundation for the field of epigenetics. The Early Career Award will go to neuroscientist Varun Venkataramani, who showed that malignant brain tumors accelerate growth by tapping nerve currents, helping to establish the field of cancer neuroscience. A long-standing principle…

Osteoporosis is known as the silent disease for good reason. People rarely experience symptoms of bone disease before a break or fracture occurs.The word “osteoporosis” literally means porous bone because it causes the natural holes in your bones to enlarge, which makes your bones thinner and weaker and more likely to break.The risk for osteoporosis is particularly high among people living with HIV. “There are several ways that having HIV contributes to bone changes,” he said Anjali Sharma, MD, MSprofessor and researcher focusing on HIV in women at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine.We asked Sharma to discuss the different…

The mother’s voice is the auditory link between the womb and the world. The fetus develops auditory pathways during the early second trimester and the baby begins to hear sounds from the twenty-fourth week. The womb now becomes a medley of rhythmic internal sounds, with the mother’s voice being the main sensory input. The vibrations of the mother’s voice are stretched through multiple layers, making it a key ingredient in the proper formation of the neural pathway. This article outlines how fetal brain development affected by the vocal cord. Effect of the Mother’s Voice on the Developing Baby Birth reshapes…

Making a living brain transparent and watching its neurons fire without disrupting their function – sounds like science fiction, doesn’t it? However, the solution may already exist within our bodies. In a study published in Nature Methods On March 12, 2026, a research team led by Kyushu University presents a new reagent called SeeDB-Live. It uses albumin, a common protein in blood serum, to clear tissue while maintaining cell function. The technique allows scientists to see deeper, brighter structures in both brain slices on a dish and in live mice, reaching neural activity previously unseen. This is the first…

CE credits Continuing Education Mental Health Professionals Online CE courses As a licensed mental health professional, your work has the power to profoundly impact people’s lives. It’s natural to continue to educate yourself on the latest evidence-based practices after completing your degree. This is why continuing education is not optional. It is necessary. Whether you are a therapist, counselor, psychologist, or social worker, CE credits are required to maintain licensure. But continuing education serves a deeper role beyond compliance. It helps clinicians improve their skills, stay aligned with current research, and provide the highest quality care to their clients who…

New research in the March 2026 issue of JNCCN-Journal of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network suggests that exercise can help people with cancer stay mentally sharp and better able to handle daily tasks, work and social activities through chemotherapy delivered in a two-week cycle. This first-of-its-kind, nationwide, multicenter, phase III trial randomized patients to receive an exercise prescription, Exercise for Cancer Patients (EXCAP©®), which included individually tailored walking and simple resistance band exercises, along with their usual chemotherapy. By the end of the study, patients who received 2-week cycles of chemotherapy who followed the EXCAP exercise regimen while receiving chemotherapy…

Women experience more low mood and worry from men. This long-standing gender mental health gap reflects a complex mix of biological, psychological, social and sociocultural factors – although we are still a long way from fully understanding it. NHS Data shows that young women aged 17-19 are twice as likely to experience a mental health disorder as young men. Other national data shows steeper increases in low mood and anxiety symptoms for girls. Common explanations given include social media, the increased sexuality of girls and increasing academic pressure. But the girls themselves were rarely asked what they thought. This limits…

If you want a workout that builds muscle, burns fat, improves conditioning and fits into a busy schedule, 20 minute full body kettlebell HIIT workout it is one of the most effective training methods you can use. Combining high intensity interval training (HIIT) with the flexibility of kettlebells creates a powerful stimulus for strength, endurance and metabolic conditioning — all in less time than most traditional gym sessions. Whether you’re training at home or at the gym, kettlebells allow you to move explosively, train unilaterally, and challenge your core with almost any exercise. In just 20 minutes, you can hit…

Sculpture. Smooth. Regenerate. Reset. At Joanna Vargasclients don’t just book facials they book results. Whether you want a red-carpet facelift, glassy clarity, collagen regeneration support or total skin resurfacing, today’s most sought-after treatments are designed around one thing: what modern skin really needs. Below, we break down the four most sought-after facials and answer the real questions customers ask about exosomes, microcurrents, spicules, and visible results. Triple Crown Facial Best for: Instant lift, sculpting and event-ready definition If you are concerned about: “My face looks tired.” “My jaw is softer.” “I need a lift without interruption.” THE Triple Crown Facial…