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 substantial amounts of HMOs beyond 12 months, supporting gut health […]
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 substantial amounts of HMOs beyond 12 months, supporting gut health […]
STORY AT-A-GLANCE Cutting out carbohydrates on a carnivore diet starves your thyroid of glucose, slowing the conversion of the inactive thyroid hormone T4 into the active hormone T3 and leaving you tired, cold, and struggling with weight gain Fresh meat contains glycogen that supplies some carbs, but aged meat loses this benefit and builds up […]
STORY AT-A-GLANCE High-intensity interval training (HIIT) improves health without weight loss. Research shows that short high-intensity workouts boost cardiovascular health, and reduce body fat HIIT also increased HDL cholesterol levels, lowered blood pressure, and improved peak oxygen consumption (VO2peak) in overweight teens Prediabetics also benefit from HIIT. Analysis shows it outperformed continuous aerobic training by […]
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 mitochondria, reducing cellular energy production while creating an inflammatory feedback […]
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 work together to support metabolic balance, immune defense, and cellular […]
By: A Midwestern Doctor STORY AT-A-GLANCE Due to Alzheimer’s research focusing on a symptom of it (amyloid plaques), rather than its actual cause, Alzheimer’s has remained “incurable” for decades Rather than being a single disease, Alzheimer’s has multiple different subtypes (e.g., those due to insulin resistance, nutritional deficiencies, inflammation, infections, or concussions), each of which […]
STORY AT-A-GLANCE Alcohol-related deaths have nearly doubled in 25 years, claiming over 54,000 lives in 2021 alone The steepest rise in alcohol-related deaths is seen among Native Americans, women, and young adults. Aggressive marketing, cultural shifts, and limited access to support make these groups especially vulnerable The COVID-19 pandemic magnified this emergency. Isolation, stress, and […]
STORY AT-A-GLANCE Frailty, once thought to be irreversible, is now recognized as a condition that can be improved through consistent outdoor movement, restoring strength, balance, and independence in older adults Research from Canada’s GO-OUT studies shows that even simple walking programs — whether guided park walks or weekly reminders — measurably reduce frailty and boost […]
STORY AT-A-GLANCE Beta-blockers offer no survival benefit for most heart attack patients with normal heart function, even though they’re still widely prescribed Women face higher risks on beta-blockers, including nearly double the risk of death when given higher doses, while men show no measurable harm or benefit Side effects such as fatigue, dizziness, depression, and […]
STORY AT-A-GLANCE Acting out dreams during sleep is an early warning sign of Parkinson’s or dementia with Lewy bodies, offering a window for early detection and prevention Advanced MRI scans now reveal that your brain’s waste-clearing system slows down years before symptoms like tremors, stiffness, or memory loss appear One study found that people with […]
STORY AT-A-GLANCE Developing strong, lifelong social bonds helps slow biological aging by influencing how your genes, immune system, and stress hormones function People with higher “cumulative social advantage,” meaning consistent emotional support throughout life, show younger cellular profiles on aging clocks like GrimAge and DunedinPACE Those with rich social connections have lower levels of inflammatory […]
STORY AT-A-GLANCE Artificial sweeteners are linked to faster memory loss and thinking decline, equal to 1.6 years of extra brain aging People under 60 who consume the most low or no-calorie sweeteners face the steepest drop in verbal fluency and overall cognition, making midlife a key time to cut them out Adults with diabetes are […]
STORY AT-A-GLANCE Pancreatic cancer is one of the deadliest cancers, and smoking pushes the disease to appear earlier in life and progress more aggressively Chemicals in cigarette smoke flip immune cells into roles that protect tumors instead of fighting them, leaving your body defenseless Smokers build up more regulatory T cells, which shut down natural […]
STORY AT-A-GLANCE Babies exposed to dog allergens early in life have about a 48% lower risk of developing asthma by age 5, and show stronger lung function compared to children raised in pet-free homes Exposure to dogs helps ‘train’ your child’s immune system, teaching it to tolerate harmless allergens instead of overreacting to them — […]
STORY AT-A-GLANCE Each year, 4.95 million deaths worldwide are linked to antimicrobial resistance, making drug-resistant infections one of the greatest threats to health Research shows that taking common painkillers like ibuprofen or acetaminophen while on antibiotics speeds up bacterial mutations that make infections harder to treat Resistance levels in E. coli jumped as much as […]
STORY AT-A-GLANCE Long-term use of injectable birth control like Depo-Provera is linked to a significantly higher risk of brain tumors, especially meningiomas Women who started injections after age 30 faced dramatically higher risks, with increases ranging from 175% to 277% depending on age group A French study found women using injectable birth control for more […]
STORY AT-A-GLANCE Recent research found that about 90% of your daily actions happen automatically, without conscious thought Two-thirds of behaviors are triggered by cues in your environment, meaning your surroundings silently direct most of what you do each day Nearly half of daily actions align with your goals, showing that your brain’s autopilot can actually […]
STORY AT-A-GLANCE Bipolar disorder and depression affect tens of millions globally, long treated as strictly brain-based illnesses, yet both consistently show high rates of insulin resistance and metabolic disturbances A 2025 Nature Neuroscience study found that pancreatic insulin release and hippocampal activity are linked through a circadian feedback loop. This suggests bipolar mood shifts arise […]
STORY AT-A-GLANCE Breastmilk naturally changes throughout the day, guiding your baby’s sleep, digestion, and alertness through subtle hormonal shifts These changes support your baby’s developing body clock, especially in the first months of life Labeling pumped breastmilk for time-matching with your baby’s feeding schedule supports better sleep, calmer moods, and smoother daily rhythms Time-matched feeding […]
STORY AT-A-GLANCE Proper hydration is foundational for athletic performance, affecting endurance, muscle repair, and nutrient transport. Even slight dehydration reduces training effectiveness and slows recovery significantly Molecular hydrogen acts as a selective antioxidant, neutralizing harmful free radicals while preserving beneficial ones that promote muscle growth, unlike conventional antioxidants that block exercise adaptations Hydrogen water can […]
STORY AT-A-GLANCE A new study in Scientific Reports identified specific gut microbes that enhanced grip strength, coordination, and muscle growth in aging mice, increasing muscle weight by over 150% and boosting growth-related markers Aside from boosting muscle, beneficial microbes improved energy metabolism and reduced inflammation. This helps maintain mitochondrial function and protects against muscle breakdown […]
STORY AT-A-GLANCE Staying on permanent standard time instead of shifting clocks twice a year could prevent millions of cases of obesity and hundreds of thousands of strokes across the U.S. Your circadian rhythm, your body’s internal clock, works best with early morning light, which helps regulate sleep, energy, metabolism, and immunity Permanent daylight saving time […]
STORY AT-A-GLANCE Pomegranate is one of the most antioxidant-rich fruits on Earth, protecting your cells from oxidative stress — the same process that drives aging, inflammation, and chronic disease The peel contains 12 times more antioxidants than the juice or seeds, supporting heart health, blood sugar balance, and immune defense while fighting harmful bacteria and […]
By: A Midwestern Doctor STORY AT-A-GLANCE Alzheimer’s disease is commonly thought to result from abnormal plaque buildup in the brain that gradually destroys brain tissue. Almost all Alzheimer’s research for decades has been directed toward eliminating amyloid, even after the basis for much of this work was shown to stem from fraudulent research The billions […]
- Aug 9th 2025 5:17pm EDT