A case study exploring how Ayahuasca and Huachuma ceremonies may shift the gut microbiome and reduce depression, suggesting a link between psychedelic plant medicine and mental health.
Our findings demonstrate that shamanic healing as an intervention has potential benefits and a relatively low risk of harm, and is feasible to investigate as a clinical intervention.
The study analyzed the gut microbiota composition from over 3600 ambulatory donor samples undergoing routine medical evaluation from the USA, Canada, UK, Denmark, Australia, New Zealand, and other regions, spanning ages from 2 to over 70 years using the GA-map® multiplex polymerase chain reaction assay. The research aimed to identify differences in dysbiosis index (DI) score, diversity, and gastrointestinal (GI) microbiota across age categories and regions. Bacterial DNA was extracted, followed by amplification, hybridization, and detection of target organisms. The DI score showed an inverse but nonsignificant change with age. Significantly reduced DI scores were observed in adult cohorts from the UK and Denmark compared to North America and Australia, likely due to reduced bacterial diversity. Nonsignificant reduction in bacterial diversity was observed in ages over 70 years. Bacterial species such as Actinobacteria, Bifidobacterium spp., Dialister invisus and Megasphaera micronuciformis, and Streptococcus salivarius spp. were more abundant in younger cohorts. Older donors showed increased abundance of Proteobacteria. In European and Australian cohorts, lower levels of Bacteroides spp. and Prevotella spp. were detected relative to the US among other differences. This study demonstrated significant age- and region-specific differences in gut microbiota composition in an ambulatory population free from GI pathogens, inflammation typically associated with irritable bowel syndrome or inflammatory bowel disease, or active diarrhea.
This review discusses the critical role of redox biology in human health, exploring the essential equilibrium between oxidative stress and antioxidant mechanisms for cellular function and overall vitality. We explore the multifaceted causes of oxidative stress, from intrinsic factors like mitochondrial activity, inflammation, and immune responses to extrinsic influences such as environmental pollutants and dietary components.
Nutrition plays an influential role in Parkinson’s disease. This study aims to assess nutritional obstacles, foods that impact symptoms, dietary guidelines, and consumption of dairy and organic foods in those with Parkinson’s disease.
Quantum medicine and regenerative medicine represent transformative frontiers in healthcare. This article explores their possible unification, by emphasizing Tesla waves (scalar waves) and 528 Hz sound frequency as potential bridges to enhance regenerative processes. By integrating quantum principles with regenerative therapies, this innovative approach has the potential to optimize cellular energy, accelerate recovery, and offer non-invasive treatment protocols. Rigorous scientific study is critical to substantiate these approaches and unlock their potential.
This case study reports on the novel combination of three treatments for cognitive decline in a 79-year-old male: therapeutic plasma exchange (TPE), peptides, and human umbilical cord tissue mesenchymal stem cells and exosomes (UCT-MSC-EXs).
To our knowledge, this is the first case study to report on reducing biological age, increasing telomere length, and improving cognition using this unique combination of therapies in a patient with mild to moderate cognitive decline.
This case study reports on the novel combination of three treatments for cognitive decline in a 79-year-old male: therapeutic plasma exchange (TPE), peptides, and human umbilical cord tissue mesenchymal stem cells and exosomes (UCT-MSC-EXs).
To our knowledge, this is the first case study to report on reducing biological age, increasing telomere length, and improving cognition using this unique combination of therapies in a patient with mild to moderate cognitive decline.
Preliminary findings suggest that the nutritional supplement combination might be clinically effective in reducing fasting glucose and A1c in prediabetic adults and those with type 2 diabetes.
These case reports discuss two middle-aged patients with confirmed symptomatic COVID-19 infection that improved swiftly upon receiving orthomolecular oral and intravenous therapy.
CBD may possess antitumor activity through several mechanisms, including regulating reactive oxygen species, endoplasmic reticulum stress, inflammation, and immune modulation. This review summarizes the evidence regarding the effects of CBD as a non-toxic adjuvant in cancer care.
We propose the concept of the net micronutrient balance value (NMBV), which refers to the actual micronutrient content of the food product minus the portion not absorbed and the amount depleted in metabolic processes due to additives, contaminants, medication, and faulty metabolism.
