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Joe Wicks, also known as “The Body Coach,” is a British fitness trainer and influencer who rose to fame during the pandemic through his online HIIT workouts. He recently came under scrutiny for his sugar-free challenge that involved, among other things, cutting out fruit consumption. Now, he’s lifting more eyebrows after launching a satirical protein bar named ‘Killer’ in advance of a TV documentary, Joe Wicks: Licensed to Kill, which will air in the UK on Monday, Oct. 6.The stunt has drawn attention and praise from the mainstream media and whole-food advocates but triggered critical commentary from some in the…

The US Food and Drug Administration’s Office of Therapeutic Products (OTP) convened a public listening session on September 18, 2025, asking the cell and gene therapy (CGT) community how prior knowledge can be leveraged to accelerate the development and streamline the review of cell and gene therapy (CGT) products. But what does that mean for developers, regulators, and external partners who are tasked with developing effective, safe therapies?In this GEN webinar, an outstanding panel of CGT experts will unpack some of the key themes raised during the recent FDA Listening Session and examine their implications for the future of product…

Apples are rich in fiber and antioxidants, and hold up well when baked.Ree Drummond’s apple tart is super simple and delicious.Top your tart with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of ice cream. Apples are my favorite fall fruit, mostly because they’re so versatile. Whether it’s a comforting apple pie or a savory grilled cheese sandwich, the sweet, luscious flavor of the apple can be used in so many ways. Besides their pleasing taste and versatility, apples are also nutritious. They’re packed with fiber, which is great for your gut health and for filling you up. And their…

Janice Hopkins TanneNew YorkThe US president, Donald Trump, has announced a new web portal—dubbed TrumpRx—to allow Americans to buy drugs at reduced prices from next year.1Prices listed on TrumpRx will be the “most favoured nation” price, said Trump—essentially, the lowest price paid by other developed nations such as Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the UK, Switzerland, and Denmark. In a press conference announcement on 30 September Trump reiterated that US drug costs were higher than in other developed nations.The website is intended to facilitate direct-to-consumer access to prescription drugs at lower prices,2 although the announcements did not say how prescriptions…

Credit: vchal/Getty Images Researchers from Integra Therapeutics, in partnership with the Pompeu Fabra University (UPF) and the Center for Genomic Regulation (CRG), Spain, have used generative AI to design synthetic proteins that outperform naturally occurring proteins used for editing the human genome. Their use of generative AI focused on PiggyBac transposases, naturally occurring enzymes that have long been used for gene delivery and genetic engineering, and uncovered more than 13,000 previously unidentified PiggyBac sequences. The research, published in Nature Biotechnology, has the potential to improve current gene editing tools for the creation of CAR T and gene therapies. “Our work…

A new study finds that a Mediterranean diet may improve psoriasis severity in patients with the skin condition. The researchers suggest that the diet could be an effective therapeutic to help control skin outcomes.The publication in JAMA Dermatology reported on a randomized clinical trial of 38 adults with mild to moderate psoriasis over 16 weeks.The researchers highlight a lack of randomized clinical trials testing diet impacts on preventing or treating psoriasis. Study results The researchers found that the participants showed a significant reduction in the Psoriasis Area and Severity Index (PASI) compared to the control group, which received advice to consume low-fat…

These cozy casseroles are packed with fiber, prebiotics and probiotics to keep your gut healthy and strong.Each recipe uses wholesome ingredients like beans, whole grains and veggies that support digestion and overall wellness.With simple prep and comforting flavors, this weekly plan makes eating for gut health easy and satisfying. The temperatures have dropped a little, which means it’s casserole season. It’s so nice to do a little prep work and pop something delicious into the oven to finish cooking while you get in a little relaxation time. As an added bonus, this week’s casseroles can also help improve your digestive…

Bacterial growth depends on available nutritional and environmental conditions, which are influenced by how many and which types of bacteria are growing in a given setting.©iStock, spawnsScientists assess bacterial growth trajectories to better predict infectious capacity and the conditions that aid proliferation. This article explores the key factors that influence bacterial replication, the distinct phases of the bacterial growth curve, methods for measuring bacterial expansion, and predictive bacterial growth models in the food industry.What Is a Bacterial Growth Curve?A bacterial growth curve is a graphical representation of a bacterial population’s fluctuation over time.1 Bacteria are prokaryotes that typically replicate via…

Cirrus Therapeutics lands seed funding to advance gene therapy designed to prevent and reverse dry AMD by rejuvenating the retina. Ophthalmology focused biotech Cirrus Therapeutics has raised $11 million in seed financing to advance a gene therapy program that targets the underlying biology of dry age-related macular degeneration (AMD), one of the leading causes of blindness in people over 50. The Cambridge, Massachusetts–based company is pursuing an approach that aims to reverse cellular aging in the retina, with the goal of preventing and even reversing vision loss in sufferers. Dry AMD, which accounts for up to 90 percent of AMD…

Credit: Chris Ratcliffe/Bloomberg via GettyResearchers are turning to artificial intelligence (AI) to help design the next generation of antibiotics to combat rising antimicrobial resistance. In minutes, AI can design thousands of chemical compounds with potential antibacterial properties, although there are hurdles to overcome before the first of these medicines can be tested in people.Last week, the US Centers for Disease Control reported that rates of dangerous bacterial infections surged by 69% between 2019 and 2023. Enterobacterales bacteria, also called ‘nightmare bacteria’, are particularly difficult to treat with existing antibiotics. Globally, 1.1 million deaths a year are linked to bacterial resistance…