Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) and obesity are two of the fastest-growing health problems worldwide. In the U.S. alone, more than 100 million adults are estimated to have fatty liver, with many progressing toward non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH), a serious condition that can lead to cirrhosis and liver failure. At the same time, nearly 42% of American […]
The last decade has seen an explosion of new therapies for obesity and metabolic disease, with GLP-1 receptor agonists like semaglutide (Ozempic, Wegovy) and tirzepatide (Mounjaro, Zepbound) dominating headlines and prescriptions. These medications have redefined what’s possible for medical weight management, delivering double-digit weight loss percentages that rival surgical outcomes. But the race is far from […]
When it comes to restoring hormone balance, supporting fertility, or aiding recovery after anabolic steroid use, two compounds are frequently compared: Gonadorelin and HCG (human chorionic gonadotropin). Both play essential roles in regulating the hypothalamic–pituitary–gonadal (HPG) axis, yet they operate at different points along the pathway. Gonadorelin is a synthetic version of GnRH (gonadotropin-releasing hormone), the […]
The MOTS-c peptide is a newly discovered mitochondrial-derived peptide (MDP) that has quickly become one of the most intriguing topics in both longevity science and sports performance. Encoded by mitochondrial DNA, MOTS-c acts as a cellular messenger that helps regulate energy metabolism, glucose utilization, and stress adaptation. As noted by Lee, Cell Metabolism, MOTS-c improves insulin […]
Total Gym Summer Camp Day 5: Finish Line Friday | Camp Closeout Circuit Maria Sollon MS, CSCS, PES Hey Camp Warrior! Welcome to Day 5, the grand finale of Total Gym Summer Camp! The energy is high, the progress is real, and while you might not be ready to say goodbye to camp just yet… […]