Category: Longevity
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Beware of Antibiotics Dogmas
that?https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35211738/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37268348/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39320462/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38052127/ These four recent articles delve into the unintended consequences of antibiotic use, particularly focusing on their impact on mitochondrial function, immune system health, and the broader implications of their use in both medical and agricultural settings. Here’s a synthesis of the key insights: 1. Antibiotics and Mitochondrial DysfunctionAntibiotics are designed to…
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Xylitol and L-Arginine for Dental Health and Blood Pressure Reduction
Xylitol and L-Arginine for Dental Health and Blood Pressure Reduction
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How to Lie with Statistics: Navigating Complexity in Multivariate Systems
Part 1: Misleading Correlations and How to avoid them Statistics is a powerful tool for uncovering patterns, making predictions, and guiding decisions. However, it can also be misleading, especially when dealing with complex, multivariate systems where hidden variables influence outcomes. Misinterpretation—whether intentional or accidental—can result in incorrect conclusions, flawed policies, and misleading narratives. In this…
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Vaccination used to be non-controversial. Why is the COVID vaccines have encountered so much resistance?
The COVID-19 vaccines sparked more resistance than previous vaccines for several reasons, combining scientific, political, social, and psychological factors. Here’s a breakdown: COVID vaccine hesitancy wasn’t about a single issue—it was a perfect storm of rapid development, shifting guidance, political mandates, distrust in institutions, and social media-fueled skepticism. Vaccine Hesitancy in History & Lessons for…
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Is vaccination a type of hormesis?
Yes, vaccination can be considered a form of hormesis in a biological sense. Hormesis is the concept that exposure to a low dose of a stressor or toxin can stimulate beneficial adaptive responses, making the organism more resilient to larger doses of the same stressor. How Vaccination Fits the Hormesis Model: ✅ Controlled Exposure to…
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Agmatine for Parkinson’s Disease:
The Neuroprotective Effects of Agmatine on Parkinson’s Disease: Focus on Oxidative Stress, Inflammation and Molecular Mechanisms Agmatine (AGM), a naturally occurring polyamine derived from L-arginine, has shown significant potential for neuroprotection in Parkinson’s Disease (PD) due to its multifaceted biological activities, including antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anti-apoptotic effects. … …This review highlights agmatine’s promising therapeutic potential…
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N-Acetylcysteine (NAC) for Oxidative Stress
The Multifaceted Therapeutic Role of N-Acetylcysteine (NAC) in Disorders Characterized by Oxidative Stress N-acetylcysteine (NAC), a synthetic derivative of the endogenous amino acid L-cysteine and a precursor of GSH, has been used for several decades as a mucolytic and as an antidote to acetaminophen (paracetamol) poisoning. As a mucolytic, NAC breaks the disulfide bonds of…
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02/27/2025 Started Agmatine + Ashwagandha together with the usual stack.
Current stack: Glycine, NAC, Magnesium/AcOH, Taurine, Creatine, Vitamin D. in cold water. Plus hot cacao in the morning. Added Agmatine and Ashwagandha