Story at-a-glance Compounds in the essential oil of the Vicks plant act on the same enzyme targeted by Type 2 diabetes drugs, helping your body maintain steadier blood sugar and improve insulin sensitivity naturally The plant’s essential oil contains more than 30 bioactive compounds that…
Story at-a-glance Chronic stress triggers a neutrophil invasion into brain-protective layers, driving depression-like behaviors through immune activation rather than just hormonal changes Stress-induced immune signals hijack brain reward circuits, reducing dopamine and shifting neural activity toward threat detection over pleasure-seeking behaviors Prolonged stress damages brain…
Researchers found that the majority of chronic fatigue sufferers have hidden breathing irregularities that may stem from dysautonomia. Date: November 10, 2025 Source: Frontiers Summary: Scientists have discovered that most chronic fatigue patients experience dysfunctional breathing, which may worsen their symptoms. The likely culprit is…
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit ruled that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) acted unlawfully by excluding certain genetically modified foods from labeling requirements simply because modified genetic material was no longer detectable in the final product. Judge Daniel Collins wrote that the USDA’s…
Story at-a-glance Estrogen is an obesity promoter and well-established human carcinogen The Women’s Health Initiative studies, which began in 1991, showed estrogen replacement therapy in menopausal women significantly increased the risk of heart attacks, strokes, dementia, Parkinson’s disease, and cancer, not just in the breast…
A growing body of evidence suggests that acid reflux is frequently caused by insufficient stomach acid, not an excess, contradicting conventional medical treatment. Proton Pump Inhibitors (PPIs), the standard pharmaceutical treatment for reflux, work by drastically suppressing stomach acid, which can create dependency and worsen…
Story at-a-glance Human milk oligosaccharides (HMOs) are complex sugars that pass undigested to your baby’s colon, where they feed beneficial bacteria, strengthen defenses, and support healthy brain and immune development A systematic review and meta-analysis in Frontiers in Pediatrics found that breast milk continues supplying…
Vitamin D can cut the risk of a second heart attack in half. A personalized dosing strategy was the key to the breakthrough. Researchers tailored doses to achieve specific blood level targets. More than half of patients needed a high dose of 5,000 IU daily….
Story at-a-glance Chronic low back pain is the leading cause of disability in older adults and often limits daily movement and independence Many treatments exist but do not always provide lasting relief and can have side effects or risks Acupuncture has been used for centuries…
Our bodies are evolutionarily wired to defend a certain weight level, treating weight loss as a threat to survival. The brain establishes a ‘set point’ weight range and deploys hormonal and metabolic defenses to maintain it. Weight loss triggers hormonal changes that increase hunger and…
Story at-a-glance Sleep is not just downtime but a built-in survival mechanism that protects your brain from toxic byproducts created when mitochondria leak electrons New research shows that the more electrons your cells fail to use, the greater the buildup of reactive oxygen species, which…
Refined carbohydrates like white bread, pasta and many breakfast cereals can spike blood sugar as dramatically as sugary sweets. The Glycemic Index (GI) and Glycemic Load (GL) are tools to understand how different foods affect blood sugar levels. Food sequencing—eating fiber-rich vegetables and proteins before…
Story at-a-glance A major clinical trial in The Lancet Psychiatry found that boosting dopamine with pramipexole improved symptoms in treatment-resistant depression. This challenges the long-dominant serotonin deficiency theory Supporting those findings, another study showed that agomelatine, a serotonin-blocking drug, consistently reduced anxiety and depression in…
Fruits provide natural sugars that satisfy sweet cravings while delivering fiber, antioxidants, vitamins, minerals and polyphenols, making them a healthier alternative to processed, sugar-laden foods. The fiber in fruits helps keep you full, aids in weight management, promotes regular bowel movements and supports overall digestive…
Story at-a-glance Everyday exposure to pesticides, even from conventionally grown fruits and vegetables, disrupts sperm function and reduces fertility in otherwise healthy men Researchers found that higher levels of pesticide residues in urine were linked to slower, less motile sperm, showing that even non-occupational exposure…
Parkinson’s disease is largely a preventable illness driven by human-made environmental toxicants, according to a landmark scientific review. The focus must shift from searching for a cure to eliminating the primary causes. Three key classes of environmental toxicants are identified as major contributors: specific pesticides…
Teva Pharmaceuticals recalled over 580,000 bottles of prazosin, a blood pressure and PTSD medication, due to contamination with cancer-causing nitrosamines. A 2025 study found generic drugs manufactured in India had 54.3 percent more serious adverse events than those made in advanced economies. The FDA inspects…
Now more than ever, it is crucial for individuals to find ways to bring harmony, peace and alignment to their mental and physical well-being in healthy, uplifting ways. Grounding is the perfect solution for those looking to improve clarity and focus while restoring energy and…
The very medical interventions we are told are essential for protecting our children are instead fueling a silent epidemic of chronic disease and neurological damage. For decades, parents who questioned the increasingly crowded vaccine schedule were dismissed as conspiracy theorists, but a series of new,…
Story at-a-glance Ticagrelor, a blockbuster anticlotting drug, was approved despite FDA scientists warning it looked less safe and effective than older, cheaper alternatives like clopidogrel The landmark PLATO trial used to secure approval showed U.S. patients had worse outcomes on ticagrelor, yet those results were…
