Author: healthtost

A face peeling mask it can be the difference between skin that looks dull and skin that looks smooth, fresh and “clear” in the mirror. When done right, it improves texture, clears build-up and makes your skincare work better. When you get it wrong, it leaves you tight, red, and wondering why your skin suddenly looks worse. This guide breaks down what really makes an exfoliating face mask work, how to choose the right type for your skin, and how to use it in a way that gets results without irritation. 1. What does an exfoliating face mask actually do?…

Recovery is not a one-size-fits-all journey. Each person brings their own experiences, challenges, and goals, and effective therapy should reflect this. At Novus, our Medication Assisted Therapy (MAT) programs are based on one key principle: personalized care makes a difference. By combining evidence-based treatment with personalized support, we help patients take meaningful steps toward long-term recovery in a way that works for them. What is Medication Assisted Therapy (MAT)? Medication-assisted treatment (MAT) is a clinically proven approach to treating opioid and alcohol use disorders. It combines FDA-approved medications with supportive care to help people manage cravings, reduce withdrawal symptoms, and…

Not losing weight after 35 despite eating less and exercising? Learn why malnutrition, stress, and hormones can prevent weight loss—and what to do instead.Why am I writing this?In my work as a registered dietitian, I see the same pattern over and over again.I currently work with women across the country through my role at Cultivateand a lot of my clients are in their late 30’s, 40’s and early 50’s.They come in frustrated and confused.They do what they’ve always been told to do:Eating lessTrying to be consistentExercise regularlyBut instead of losing weight, they notice:Weight gain (especially around the waist)Low energyBad sleepThey…

Scientists have captured the most detailed structural pictures yet of a DNA repair process of a specific type of protein, a finding that could reveal ways to inhibit the effects of BRCA1 and BRCA2 mutations that increase the risk of breast, ovarian and other cancers. Previous research had shown that a protein in humans called RAD52 repairs DNA in cancer cells that lack the tumor-suppressing function of the normal BRCA genes, allowing the cells to survive and reproduce — an indication that blocking RAD52 would kill those cells. However, blocking RAD52 requires a complete understanding of its repair activities, which…

With Linda Argote, Carnegie Mellon University and Jeremy M. Kan, University of Pittsburgh When a trauma patient enters the emergency department, their chance of survival often depends on what happens within the first few minutes after their arrival. After studying trauma resuscitation teams at UPMC Presbyterian in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania’s largest major trauma center, it’s clear that trauma teams aren’t organized in advance—they’re formed on the fly. Some team members may have worked together many times in the past, while others may be meeting for the first time. These minutes can be chaotic, fast-paced and high-stakes. The patient is usually…

A hydrating mist can be just what you need for tired, dry skin in the middle of the day. You spray it on, your face is cool for a minute, and it feels like you’re doing something good for yourself. But then, thirty minutes later, how does your skin feel? Here’s the problem with moisturizing face mists – some don’t do any real moisturizing at all. In fact, they can leave your skin tighter than it was before. If you love that midday fog, you’re on the right track. A face spray can be amazing after a workout, during a…

Smut takes over the world of sex and romance – but what is it really? Soot is romantic fiction, fantasy, or romantic writing with explicit content. Although it’s been around for a while, it’s only getting more popular (looking at you, BookTok). Arguably, it has become the primary source of sex “education” for teenagers and young adults who may not have received comprehensive information about sex and sexuality from their elementary school experience or from their home environment. Some people think it’s inherently harmful and destroys relationships, but I’d say it’s a tool like any other! It depends on how…

Sharing is caring! The weeks and months after giving birth reshape a woman’s body and mind in ways that often go far beyond what she was prepared for. The standard six- to eight-week postpartum check-up with the doctor is a good baseline and for many women it covers what matters most. But the postnatal window is a much bigger chapter than a single appointment can map, and there are several areas of recovery that are really worth knowing about, whether a new mum decides to discuss them with her NHS GP or arrange a more detailed follow-up elsewhere. Some women…

During infection, pathogens must quickly adapt to the conditions in order to thrive inside the body. A research team at the University of Basel, Switzerland, has revealed how a key protein activates the enabling mechanism Meticulous pathogens to survive and cause disease. The findings provide new insights into how pathogens regulate their virulence and may open new avenues for therapeutic interventions. Since the end of the 20th century, diseases transmitted from animals to humans, so-called zoonoses, have increased. One of them is leptospirosis, an infectious disease that is becoming more common due to climate change. Leptospirosis causes about one million…

A few years ago, red light therapy started popping up everywhere I looked, and it’s still getting a lot of attention. Fitness Influencers preach it for muscle recovery, fat loss and metabolic health. Beauty influencers say it will give you glowing skin and thicker hair. The Biohacking bros claim it can help your mood and sleep, and that if you expose your balls to red light, it will increase your testosterone.Thanks to social media publicity, gyms have started installing red-light booths next to the tanning bed. Just a few months ago, a dedicated red light studio opened near my neighborhood…