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Vapes have been sold as "healthier" alternatives to ci******es, and while it is true that they don't have the tar that c...
08/28/2026

Vapes have been sold as "healthier" alternatives to ci******es, and while it is true that they don't have the tar that comes from burning to***co, most have flavorings added with unknown health consequences.

This study shows that, at least in a cell culture, a common flavoring causes embryonic cells to develop abnormally, raising serious questions about the effect these flavored v**es can have during pregnancy.

Studies have shown that at least 1% of women v**e during pregnancy, meaning one out of one hundred pregnancies in the US may be exposed to some of these chemicals depending on preferred flavoring used.

A popular vanilla flavoring in e-ci******es may interfere with some of the earliest steps of human development. In lab experiments, vanillin caused embryonic stem cells to lose their ability to develop normally and pushed them toward forming only certain types of tissue.

The gut microbiome has been talked about and studied intensively for years now, but we're still discovering what causes ...
08/25/2026

The gut microbiome has been talked about and studied intensively for years now, but we're still discovering what causes the microbiome to shift and its consequences. This study showed that changes in the microbiome from non-antibiotic medications like benzodiazepines (given for anxiety) could be just as significant as a broad spectrum antibiotic, and that changes could linger for years after stopping the medication.

Common medications may reshape the gut microbiome long after the last dose is taken. In a study of more than 2,500 people, researchers found lasting microbial changes linked not only to antibiotics, but also to antidepressants, beta-blockers, acid-reducing drugs, and benzodiazepines. Some effects we...

Are carbs worse then fats for weight gain?This study in mice showed that mice gained more weight eating just carbs (rice...
05/05/2026

Are carbs worse then fats for weight gain?

This study in mice showed that mice gained more weight eating just carbs (rice or wheat flower) then their normal diet which included fats and proteins. The carb eaters also showed an abnormal fatty acid profile in their blood and increased fat in their liver. The changes were reversed quickly when the wheat flower was stopped.

This is a mouse study, but it suggests that high carb diets can cause weight gain.

Bread and other carbohydrate staples may be doing more than just filling plates—they could be quietly reshaping metabolism. In a surprising twist, researchers found that mice strongly preferred carbs like bread, rice, and wheat, abandoning their regular diet entirely. Even without eating more calo...

Which type of exercise is the most effective at preventing death?This observational study, which tracked over 170,000 pe...
05/01/2026

Which type of exercise is the most effective at preventing death?

This observational study, which tracked over 170,000 people over 30 years, showed that the people that walked the most had a 17% lower risk for all cause mortality (death). People that engaged in a diverse set of exercise types was linked to an even lower risk of death at 19%.

Mixing up your workouts might be the real secret to a longer life. Long-term research tracking over 100,000 people for more than three decades suggests that doing a variety of physical activities—rather than just more of the same—can significantly lower the risk of death. Interestingly, the bene...

Pollution + Gut Bacteria = Depression?More research is confirming a common observation that has been made by holistic do...
04/30/2026

Pollution + Gut Bacteria = Depression?

More research is confirming a common observation that has been made by holistic doctors for many years, that gut health and mental health are connected. This Harvard study drills down a possible mechanism behind a gut bacteria that is already associated with depression - Morganella morganni.

What they found is that a common pollutant called diethanolamine can be used by this bacteria to create a molucule that causes inflammation and possibly subsequent depression.

A gut bacterium may be quietly fueling depression through an unexpected chemical twist. Researchers found that when Morganella morganii interacts with a common pollutant, it produces a molecule that triggers inflammation—something strongly linked to depression. This finding helps explain how gut m...

This study in Peru showed that people living in areas with more intensive farming and a greater use of pesticides had a ...
04/27/2026

This study in Peru showed that people living in areas with more intensive farming and a greater use of pesticides had a more then doubled risk of cancer.

How can you minimize your own pesticide exposure? Eat organic when possible and check out the Environmental Working Group website. They test foods for pesticide residues and publish a list every year of the dirty dozen - the 12 foods that test highest in pesticide residue that you should avoid or really make sure to eat organically.

A major new study finds that living in pesticide-heavy environments could raise cancer risk by up to 150%, even when the chemicals are considered “safe” on their own. The research suggests these mixtures may silently damage cells years before cancer appears.

Exercise, specifically aerobic exercise, is as effective and in some trials more effective then talk therapy or medicat...
03/01/2026

Exercise, specifically aerobic exercise, is as effective and in some trials more effective then talk therapy or medication for depression, with group exercise being especially powerful.

Running, swimming, cycling, and brisk walking are all forms of aerobic exercise - they all work to get your heart rate up for a sustained period of time.

Similar effects are seen for anxiety, with both resistance and aerobic exercise shown to be successful at alleviating symptoms.

A sweeping review of global research suggests that exercise—especially aerobic activities like running, swimming, and dancing—can be one of the most powerful ways to ease depression and anxiety. Across tens of thousands of people aged 10 to 90, exercise consistently reduced symptoms, often match...

This large study of people following different healthy diets showed that most added around 2 years of life on average. M...
02/27/2026

This large study of people following different healthy diets showed that most added around 2 years of life on average.

Most interesting was that when they broke down what part of the diets was having the biggest impact, fiber was the common denominator.

Fiber can be thought of as the scaffolding that holds fruits, vegetables, and whole grains together. In the body it is fuel for beneficial bacteria in the gut and it is also an important part of detoxification.

A recent study suggests that 5 healthy dietary patterns are associated with improved longevity, and close adherence to these eating plans could add up to 3 years life expectancy.

Not all exercise is "good" exercise. Ultramarathons, which are running races over 26.2 miles, have been shown to cause a...
02/26/2026

Not all exercise is "good" exercise. Ultramarathons, which are running races over 26.2 miles, have been shown to cause anemia (low iron levels) after the race in many participants.

This study took blood from runners before and after the race. After the race, the blood showed more markers of inflammation and oxidative stress and the red blood cells showed signs of physical damage, presumably from how hard they were being pumped throughout the body during the race.

Running extreme distances may strain more than just muscles and joints. New research suggests ultramarathons can alter red blood cells in ways that make them less flexible and more prone to breakdown, potentially interfering with how they deliver oxygen throughout the body. Scientists found signs of...

This is pretty cool, living at higher altitude has been shown to protect against diabetes. It turns out that red blood ...
02/23/2026

This is pretty cool, living at higher altitude has been shown to protect against diabetes. It turns out that red blood cells, which are responsible for delivering oxygen throughout your body, absorb large amounts of glucose (sugar) from the blood when they are starved of oxygen.

At higher altitudes the air is thinner and there is less oxygen.

Living at high altitude appears to protect against diabetes, and scientists have finally discovered the reason. When oxygen levels drop, red blood cells switch into a new metabolic mode and absorb large amounts of glucose from the blood. This helps the body cope with thin air while also reducing blo...

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