Life Span by David Sinclair A science-based review of the world’s best-selling book on aging,
David Sinclair: This blog post critically examines David Sinclair’s book “Life Span,” highlighting concerns about misinformation regarding longevity genes and the promotion of unproven...
Effects of transcutaneous auricular vagus nerve stimulation at left cymba concha on experimental pain, parasympathetic activity
True prevention. In my book I highlight two studies in animals where acupuncture prevented an increase in stress response after startling the animal. This, to me,...
Statins Neuromuscular Adverse Effects
Attardo S, Musumeci O, Velardo D, Toscano A. Statins Neuromuscular Adverse Effects. Int J Mol Sci. 2022 Jul 28;23(15):8364. doi: 10.3390/ijms23158364. PMID: 35955495; PMCID: PMC9369175....
beneficial effects of honeybee-venom serum on facial wrinkles in humans
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4598227/ The wrinkle depth decreased 10%. I have no idea if that would be discernible. The subjects in the study were convinced it helped. Han...
Acupuncture for primary insomnia: Effectiveness, safety, mechanisms and recommendations for clinical practice.
Good sleep for long life Primary insomnia (PI) is a growing concern, with cognitive-behavioral therapy as the first-line treatment, though accessibility and cost are issues....
The Anti-inflammatory baking soda effect is mediated by the splenic nerve
This DIY health hack was totally inknown to me, and I try to keep up with these sorts of low cost, safe solutions. Oral sodium...
Electroacupuncture Exerts Analgesic Effects on Chronic Pain by Restoring Hyperactivity via Cannabinoid Type 1 Receptors in the Anterior Cingulate Cortex in Chronic Inflammatory
We know that acupuncture activates endorphins which help decrease pain, and that it also stimulates the vagus nerve from the periphery to the brainstem signalling...
Effect of “needle sensation” and the real-time changes in autonomic nervous system activity during acupuncture analgesia
Acupuncture analgesia (AA) is commonly used, with the autonomic nervous system (ANS) playing a crucial role in its mechanism. A study assessed real-time Autonomic Nervous...