psilocybin, the psychedelic compound famous for altering perception, is being studied for its potential effects on brain states like seizures. research shows mixed effects, with some studies suggesting that psilocin, a metabolite of psilocybin, may have anticonvulsant properties.

today i learned something intriguing about the insulin/igf-1 signaling (iis) pathway. most of us know about its central role in metabolism, growth, and even lifespan—but it also quietly influences brain aging. as we grow older, changes in brain insulin levels and igf-1

today i found myself piecing together an unexpected thread in the story of psychedelics. in the midst of all the talk about altered perceptions and expanded minds, recent in vitro research suggests psilocybin might protect pancreatic β-cells from metabolic stress. this hints at

today i learned that while diet and exercise often take center stage in preventing frailty, the quiet presence of green spaces around us deserves more attention it turns out that exposure to natural environments is associated with lower levels of frailty, hinting that where we

psilocybin's potential influence on appetite could be more than just a curious side effect. while most direct evidence for psilocybin's influence on appetite comes from animal studies, these results are mixed. some studies show modest effects on weight gain or metabolism in

today i learned that resistance training doesn't just build muscle—it might also influence our gut microbiota. we often think of weights as direct builders of strength, helping fight muscle decline (sarcopenia) as we age. however, there's an overlooked connection: exercise seems

today i learned about 5-apb, a member of the benzofuran family with intriguing psychoactive properties. while some users anecdotally report increased empathy and emotional openness, these effects have not been studied in clinical settings. research is limited, and clinical use

today i learned that something as seemingly minor as choosing not to use a hearing aid could meaningfully increase frailty risk among older adults it surprised me to see this subtle yet clear connection between hearing health and physical vulnerability it makes me think about

today, i found myself curious about potential links between neurovisceral lipid storage disorders and psilocybin. traditionally known for its perceptual effects, psilocybin also engages a complex network of biochemical interactions that are only beginning to be understood.

today i learned that economic stress and social isolation can weave together, quietly shaping the health outcomes of older adults financial difficulties don't just strain wallets—they ripple outward, affecting social interactions and amplifying risks for poor health like

serotonin receptors influence not just mood and coordination, but also how we process threats, especially under psychedelics like psilocybin. these shifts in threat perception may explain why psychedelics show promise for anxiety and ptsd, where threat cues often feel magnified.

today i learned that our body's internal clock is guided by clock gene expression specifically in adipose tissue, showing circadian rhythms in fat tissue. visceral fat, which is the hidden fat stored deep in our abdomen, isn't just passive storage; it actively releases

while exploring the subtle connections of aging, i realized how profoundly our kidneys shape our journey toward vulnerability kidney function is linked to frailty, but it's not the sole driver of our frailty journey. it plays a part alongside other factors as we age these

today i learned something fascinating about addiction and psychedelics. early research, including case reports and ongoing clinical trials, suggests that psilocybin may help reduce methamphetamine use, though clinical evidence is still limited and emerging. what intrigues me

it's fascinating how inflammation, usually cast as the villain in health stories, might quietly influence the muscles we rely on every day. while we're often zooming in on inflammation's link to muscle loss in conditions like sarcopenia, there's an overlooked subplot.

today i learned that the connection between our breakfast plate and a psychedelic journey might be more significant than we realize. while the specific impact of a low-fat breakfast on psilocybin absorption remains speculative and hasn't been directly studied, the broader

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today i learned about the intriguing question of whether docosahexaenoic acid (dha), an omega-3 fat known for supporting brain health, could potentially enhance experiences with psilocybin, the well-known psychedelic. while no direct biochemical interaction between them has been

it’s worth remembering that scientific progress often starts at the edges of what’s comfortable. curiosity, not convention, is what lights the way forward today i stumbled into the less-traveled intersection between psychedelics and motor learning. while it’s easy to think of