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health-and-science2 days ago•96 min saved

Creatine May Aid Muscle Growth in Midlife Without Gym Visits, Study Suggests

A recent study from Texas A&M University indicates that adults aged 45 to 65 can increase lean muscle mass and strength by taking 10 grams of creatine daily, even without structured exercise. While the supplement offers standalone benefits, combining it with resistance training and a calorie-reduced diet yields superior results, including greater fat loss and improved endurance. The findings suggest creatine may be a valuable tool for maintaining physical health during middle age, though experts caution it is not a replacement for physical activity.

via Fit&Well|

#creatine #health-and-science #middle-age

health-and-science2 days ago•2 min saved

New Book Argues Pregnancy Triggers a 'Second Puberty' in the Brain, Not 'Mommy Brain'

Neuroscientist Susana Carmona’s new book, 'A Mother’s Brain,' argues that pregnancy causes profound, lasting changes to the maternal brain, a process she terms 'matrescence.' This phenomenon involves significant neuroplasticity and hormonal shifts that reshape the brain similarly to puberty, rather than causing the cognitive decline often labeled 'mommy brain.'

via USA Today|

#brain-plasticity #health-and-science #matrescence

health-and-science2 days ago

New Peptide and Antibody Approaches Target Sodium Channels to Silence Neuropathic Pain

Two new preclinical studies offer distinct strategies for treating neuropathic pain by targeting voltage-gated sodium channels. Mimetic Medicines reported that a short lipidated peptide reduces Nav1.8 channel density in mice, while researchers at the University of Toyama and Shionogi demonstrated that antibodies targeting Nav1.7 suppress abnormal pain signals in rats without impairing normal protective sensations. Both approaches aim to address the hyperexcitability of sensory neurons that characterizes chronic nerve pain, offering alternatives to current treatments like pregabalin.

via Fierce Biotech|

#health-and-science #mimetic-medicines #nav17-antibodies

health-and-science2 days ago•2 min saved

Large Meta-Analysis Links Cannabis Use to Higher Odds of Violence and Victimization

A massive review of 63 studies involving over 265,000 people finds that cannabis users are significantly more likely to commit violent acts and to be victims of violence. While the study does not prove causation, it suggests cannabis use is a modifiable risk factor that should be considered in clinical and public health contexts, particularly given the rise of high-potency products.

via Gizmodo|

#cannabis #health-and-science #kings-college-london

health-and-science3 days ago•3 min saved

Siberian Lab Worker Death Sparks Global Plague Concerns Amid Russian Denials

A 28-year-old researcher at a Siberian anti-plague institute died of pneumonia, triggering international scrutiny. While Russian authorities deny a lab accident and report no plague cases among contacts, experts and foreign officials urge transparency due to the pathogen's potential lethality.

via BBC|

#biosecurity #health-and-science #plague

health-and-science3 days ago•7 min saved

New Mouse Study Links Semaglutide to Slower Aging and Longer Lifespan

A new study in Nature demonstrates that semaglutide, a GLP-1 receptor agonist, slows aging and extends lifespan in female mice. While these drugs are approved for diabetes and obesity, emerging evidence suggests they offer broader therapeutic benefits beyond weight loss and glucose control, though the specific mechanisms remain unclear.

via Nature|

#aging-research #glp-1-agonists #health-and-science

health-and-science3 days ago•5 min saved

Study: Creatine Boosts Muscle Mass in Sedentary Adults

A 12-week study from Texas A&M University indicates that daily creatine supplementation can increase lean muscle mass and strength in sedentary adults aged 45-65, even without structured exercise. While exercise combined with creatine yields greater results, the supplement alone showed significant benefits for muscle preservation and cognitive function in older adults.

via MedicalNewsToday|

#aging #creatine #health-and-science

health-and-science3 days ago•0 min saved

AstraZeneca bets $2B on Summit’s dual-target cancer drug to power next-gen therapies

AstraZeneca has invested $2 billion in Summit Therapeutics to develop combination cancer therapies using Summit’s lead drug, ivonescimab. CEO Pascal Soriot described the bispecific antibody as the 'next generation' of cancer care, noting its ability to outperform Merck’s Keytruda in lung cancer trials. The deal grants AstraZeneca a 12% stake but leaves commercial rights with Summit. Concurrently, AstraZeneca opened a $1 billion research facility in Cambridge, Massachusetts, utilizing AI and robotics to accelerate drug discovery for obesity, cancer, and rare diseases.

via CNBC|

#astrazeneca #biotech-deals #cancer-treatment

health-and-science3 days ago

Health Influencer Matt Roeske Promotes Radioactive Water to 500,000 Followers

Holistic health influencer Matt Roeske has drawn widespread criticism for posting a video in which he drinks from a 'Revigator,' a 1920s-era ceramic jug containing radioactive materials. Roeske, who has over 500,000 Instagram followers, claims he has consumed this water for 250 days, asserting that the radioactive content is harmless and cures various ailments. The Revigator contains carnotite, a uranium-rich rock, along with arsenic, lead, and vanadium. Roeske attributes the historical ban on such products to a conspiracy by the 'Rothschild medical system' to suppress profitable cures. This incident highlights the dangers of unregulated wellness advice on social media, particularly given the historical precedent of Eben Byers, a steel magnate who died from severe radium poisoning after consuming similar products. The FDA and FTC banned these items in the 1930s after they caused fatal health complications, including jawbone cancer and skull deterioration.

via Futurism|

#eben-byers #health-and-science #health-misinformation

health-and-science4 days ago•5 min saved

Arizona Confirms First Fatal Pneumonic Plague Case Since 2007 Linked to Cat Exposure

A young man in Coconino County, Arizona, died from pneumonic plague in July 2025, marking the state's first such fatality since 2007. The CDC report details how rapid identification of exposed individuals for prophylaxis occurred before final lab confirmation, highlighting the importance of clinical suspicion in endemic areas.

via Centers for Disease Control and Prevention | CDC (.gov)|

#arizona-public-health #cdc-report #health-and-science

health-and-science4 days ago

Endpoints News Highlights 20 Women Driving Change in Biopharma

Endpoints News has released its eighth annual special report recognizing 20 women who are significantly influencing the biopharmaceutical industry. The honorees span diverse sectors, including oncology and rare disease research. This initiative is part of a broader effort that has recognized over 160 women across various biopharma sectors since the program's inception.

via Endpoints News|

#biopharma #health-and-science #industry-recognition

health-and-science4 days ago•4 min saved

Prolonged Fasting Triggers System-Wide Molecular Shifts After Three Days

A 2024 study in Nature Metabolism reveals that seven days of water-only fasting causes coordinated biological changes across multiple organs, with significant molecular shifts emerging only after approximately three days of calorie restriction.

via ScienceDaily|

#fasting-research #health-and-science #metabolism

health-and-science4 days ago•2 min saved

Fat Cells May Retain a 'Memory' of Obesity, Driving Rapid Weight Regain

New research suggests that fat cells retain an epigenetic 'memory' of obesity, keeping hunger hormones elevated even after weight loss. This biological mechanism may explain why patients regain weight quickly after stopping GLP-1 medications, highlighting the need for long-term metabolic management rather than short-term fixes.

via washingtonpost.com|

#asprosin #epigenetics #glp-1-drugs

health-and-science4 days ago•31 min saved

New Data Suggests Glucosamine May Accelerate Dementia in Early Cognitive Decline

A new study published in Nature Metabolism indicates that glucosamine, a widely used joint supplement, is associated with a 25% higher risk of progression from mild cognitive impairment to dementia. Researchers at the University of Florida found that the supplement may exacerbate abnormal sugar-tagging processes in the brain, though causality remains unproven.

via Prevention|

#alzheimers-disease #dementia #glucosamine

health-and-science6 days ago

Clean Label Project study finds lead and heavy metals in 99% of top cat food brands

A new investigation by the nonprofit Clean Label Project tested 100 top-selling cat foods from 62 brands and found toxic contaminants in nearly all samples. Lead was detected in 99% of the products, while cadmium and arsenic appeared in 96% and 94% respectively. The study also identified toxic plastic chemicals and the herbicide glyphosate across wet, dry, and freeze-dried varieties. Fish-based foods showed higher levels of mercury and cadmium, whereas chicken-based options had higher rates of lead and herbicides. Experts warn that chronic exposure to these substances may accumulate in cats over time, potentially contributing to kidney disease, though the pet food industry maintains that current safety protocols ensure product safety.

via WWBT|

#consumer-reports #environmental-contaminants #food-safety