Intravenous lactate raises pro-BDNF levels similar to high intensity workouts
Science has confirmed what sports lovers have always known from experience: exercise is good for the brain. It…
New research positions the placenta at the center of human neurodevelopment and evolution
In a Genomic Press Interview published today in Brain Medicine, Dr. Alex Tsompanidis highlights an exciting new idea…
Are GLP-1 drugs safe for women planning pregnancy?
New national data reveal a sharp rise in GLP-1 prescriptions for young women, but low contraception use leaves…
Common wearable devices could remotely monitor pregnancy-related health changes
A simple fitness tracker might hold the key to revolutionizing maternal healthcare. Scientists at Scripps Research have found…
Adding progesterone to gender-affirming hormone therapy improves breast growth for transgender people
The addition of the hormone progesterone to gender-affirming hormone therapy leads to increased breast growth for transgender people…
Exploring testosterone’s influence on cardiovascular, metabolic, reproductive, and mental health
For decades, testosterone has been recognized as the primary driver of male reproductive development and secondary sex characteristics.…
How a Mediterranean diet helps women manage menopausal symptoms
New research shows that women following a modified Mediterranean diet were far less likely to report disruptive hot…
First comprehensive road map shows how the ovarian reserve forms in primates
UCLA scientists have developed the first comprehensive road map showing how the ovarian reserve forms in primates, providing…
Experts warn against unnecessary menopause testing and treatments
Many direct to consumer menopause services are unnecessary and do not improve care, warn experts in The BMJ today. They…
Low FODMAP diet increases GLP-1 and relieves IBS symptoms
A 12-week low FODMAP diet not only eased pain, bloating, and diarrhea in IBS patients but also raised…
Fasting supports type 1 diabetes care by reshaping the microbiome
A week of supervised fasting temporarily reshaped the gut microbiome of people with type 1 diabetes, making it…
Brain’s energy control map offers blueprint for next-gen weight loss therapies
A deep dive into the brain’s command center for hunger shows how decoding its circuits could transform the…