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There’s something about summer that can throw off your appetite and your usual eating patterns. Maybe your savory breakfast suddenly sounds heavy, or the thought of a big meal in 90-degree heat seems deeply unlikely. Instead, you may look forward to lighter fare—say, an iced coffee, a juicy slice of watermelon, or any cold snack possible. And you’re probably not alone: Experts say the hot weather can actually affect your summer appetite in pretty predictable ways. Read on to learn how rising temperatures can shift your hunger levels. Plus: how your summer habits can also affect when and what you…
A genomic language model called resLens could help researchers identify antibiotic resistance genes that may be missed by conventional database matching tools, offering a faster path to tracking emerging resistance while highlighting the need for careful validation. Study: resLens: genomic language models to enhance the detection of antibiotic resistance genes. Image credit: nepool / Shutterstock A recent study published in npj Antimicrobials and Resistance developed a family of novel genomic language models (gLM), namely resLens, to improve the detection of antibiotic resistance genes (ARGs). The increase in antibiotic resistance in pathogenic microbes warrants the development of more advanced tools for…
The goal is not perfection. This post explains what I learned when I stopped trying to eat perfectly and why I don’t count macros. This article was originally on my Substack and I wanted to republish it to share here! We live in an age obsessed with optimization – tracking every step, macro and micro-decision, trying to squeeze performance out of every hour and calorie. As someone who lives a lot in the land of checklists and efficiency (I’m an optimizer, I’d know), I understand the appeal. Optimization is productive. Responsible. Like doing things right. But at what cost? Because…
Basic Takeaways Health locus of control refers to a person’s subjective beliefs about their ability to control their own health status. Learn how to explore your clients’ locus of control and use these strategies to help clients shift toward a more internal locus of control that can empower them to make lasting changes Raise awareness of the relationship between behavior and health. Highlight past successes and personal strengths. Use cognitive behavioral coaching to restructure cognitive distortions (irrational and harmful thought patterns) and replace ineffective beliefs with effective ones. Click here to become an…
The O-Darwinian Hypothesis (OdH) proposes a paradigm shift: cancer is not just a disease but a potential macro-immune-adaptive response – a self-replicating algorithm that can be reprogrammed via 3D-printed AI-based p53 superproteins. Using hypothesis-generating methods (observation, deductive reasoning), the author presents two theoretical findings: a wireless 3D printed p53 molecular biochip and the bifocal (micro-/macroimmunological) nature of cancer cells. The basic argument: uncontrolled cell division may represent an evolutionary healing effort that requires deciphering, not just suppression. A workflow for the AI-assisted design of p53 (AlphaFold 3, MoluCAD, Blender) and bacterial delivery systems is described. Clinical translation remains speculative. experimental…
May 21, 2026 · By Amy Suzanne Upchurch, Founder + CEO of Pink Stork, Certified Health Coach, INHC No. Current evidence does not support a link between creatine supplementation and hair loss in women. The concern stems from a 2009 study of male rugby players, which found elevated DHT levels after a high-dose loading phase. This study never measured hair loss, it has never been replicated, and a well-designed randomized controlled trial in 2025 that specifically measured hair follicle health found no significant differences between the creatine and placebo groups. If you are a woman considering creatine, hair loss is…
As country star Russell Dickerson prepares for the biggest venues of his career, the singer behind arena-sized anthems, viral crossover moments and one of country music’s most demanding live shows tackles his health and fitness with the same intensity he brings to the stage every night. In recent years, Dickerson has quietly become one of the genre’s most gym-focused performers, building a reputation for explosive live energy, shirt-ripping “RussellMania” theatrics, and a workout style that reflects the endurance demands of both a professional athlete and a touring musician. As Muscles & Fitness previously reported, the Tennessee native has changed his…
A single dose of psilocybin – the active compound in magic mushrooms – reduces nerve pain for up to a month and makes a widely used painkiller work more effectively, according to University of Reading research. The study, published in Communication Biology, tested psilocybin in mice with nerve damage causing long-term pain. The researchers found that the pain-relieving effect of psilocybin appeared about two hours after the injection, with relief lasting several weeks. Rather than simply blocking pain signals, psilocybin appears to rewire the way the brain’s pain-processing networks work, which may explain why its effects persist long after the…
Imagine coming out of a therapy session feeling lighter, as if a great weight had been lifted. Emotional habitsMoodfitTreatmentMental Health Things start to make sense in a way they never did before. You can understand yourself more clearly, name what you feel and recognize your patterns. For a moment, I feel that something has changed. And then life happens. Daily routines dominate. Stressful conversations happen. A long day at work drains your energy. A familiar trigger appears out of nowhere. And suddenly, that moment of clarity begins to fade. Healing clarity → Everyday life → Emotional habits This is not…
Written by Shreshtha Das, Consultant for SRHM Sexual and Reproductive Health Matters (SRHM, formerly Reproductive Health Matters) has long been regarded as a truly global peer-reviewed open access journal. However, it was always much more than a magazine. A wider commitment has been made to translate selected works into seven language editions other than English. By building capacity and partnering with local organizations, SRHM ensures that the next generation of researchers, policy makers, service providers and advocates from the Global South are well equipped to address SRHR issues locally and globally. In 2018, SRHM launched a new strategy…