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News & Articles By Patrick Lewis
11/02/2025
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By Patrick Lewis
Balancing the autonomic nervous system: Natural remedies for everyday symptoms
Common symptoms such as headaches, heart palpitations, insomnia and muscle aches may indicate autonomic nervous system (ANS) dysfunction, which affects vital functions like heart rate, breathing and digestion. Symptoms of ANS imbalance can manifest in five key categories: neurological (dizziness, headaches), sensory (blurred vision, tinnitus), digestive (bloating, acid reflux), endocrine/muscular (cold extremities, muscle tension) and […]
10/19/2025
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By Patrick Lewis
High-normal potassium levels cut arrhythmia risk by 24% in ICD patients: POTCAST trial shows promise
The POTCAST randomized trial showed that elevating potassium levels to a “high-normal” range (4.5–5.0 mmol/L) reduced the risk of serious heart rhythm events in ICD patients by 24 percent (hazard ratio 0.76) over ~39.6 months. In the study of 1,200 participants (baseline potassium less than or equal to 4.3 mmol/L), 22.7 percent of the intervention […]
10/17/2025
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By Patrick Lewis
“Supercharged” vitamin K derivatives offer new hope for neurodegenerative diseases
Researchers synthesized a series of hybrid vitamin K analogues (linked with retinoic acid or modified side chains) that show about threefold greater potency in driving neural progenitor cells to differentiate into neurons compared to natural vitamin K (MK-4). Mechanistic studies revealed that vitamin K activates mGluR1-mediated signaling, triggering downstream epigenetic and transcriptional programs that steer […]
10/14/2025
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By Patrick Lewis
Your winter defense starts with proper nutrition: How DIET supports immunity
A strong immune system relies on a balanced mix of nutrients (vitamins C, D, A, zinc, iron, magnesium, selenium), not a single “superfood.” About 70 percent of immune defenses are located in the gut, so supporting gut health (e.g. with fermented foods) is key. Vitamin C supplements won’t necessarily prevent colds in healthy people, but […]
10/14/2025
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By Patrick Lewis
Dark chocolate’s surprising health perks: from blood sugar to blood pressure
A Mendelian randomization study found a likely causal link between dark chocolate consumption and lower risk of essential hypertension and a suggestive association with reduced venous thromboembolism risk. Meta-analyses and randomized trials among diabetic patients show that cocoa or dark chocolate intake can modestly reduce fasting blood sugar and LDL cholesterol.. In trials with healthy […]
10/14/2025
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By Patrick Lewis
Oral nicotine: A new frontier in antiviral protection
Oral nicotine is being reconsidered as a possible antiviral tool—despite its association with tobacco—because it can modulate immunity, suppress viral replication and reduce inflammation in viral disease. In immune modulation, nicotine appears to suppress levels of proinflammatory cytokines (e.g., IL-6, IL-8, TNF-a), influence T-cell/macrophage signaling and possibly downregulate overstimulation (such as cytokine storms). Preliminary human trials […]
10/13/2025
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By Patrick Lewis
Understanding chronic diarrhea through the lens of TCM pattern theory
Recurring diarrhea may reflect deeper imbalances in qi or metabolism in TCM, with “dampness” (unresolved moisture) as a key underlying factor disrupting digestion. TCM splits dampness into cold-damp (symptoms: watery stools, abdominal pain, cold sensations) and damp-heat(symptoms: sticky, foul stools, burning discomfort), each addressed with distinct herbal formulas. A third pattern—spleen deficiency—involves weak digestive energy, […]
10/08/2025
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By Patrick Lewis
“Liquid gold” in the kitchen: The ancient remedy of honey fermented garlic returns in health spotlight
Honey-fermented garlic, used by traditional healers for centuries, is being revived by wellness communities for its blend of immune and gut health benefits. The preparation involves submerging raw garlic cloves in raw honey and allowing fermentation over weeks or months, during which the mixture evolves in flavor and texture. A recent study found fermented garlic […]
10/08/2025
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By Patrick Lewis
Just five minutes twice a day may be enough to boost heart health in inactive people, new study suggests
Just five-minute exercise “snacks” twice a day can lead to meaningful gains in cardiorespiratory fitness (CRF) among inactive people. In the pooled data from 11 trials (414 participants), CRF improvements ranged from 4.6 to 17 percent over interventions lasting 4–12 weeks across different BMI ranges. These mini workouts are highly practical and may overcome barriers […]
10/07/2025
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By Patrick Lewis
Consuming NUTS can support cognitive health and weight control, research finds
A recent trial found that eating 50g of walnuts at breakfast improved memory and reaction times in young adults, with effects lasting throughout the day. Studies show that including nuts in calorie-restricted diets does not hinder weight loss—and may even improve outcomes like cholesterol and blood pressure compared to nut-free diets. Nuts are rich in […]
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