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Probiotics for Parkinson's Disease — Measurable Symptom Improvement In one RCT, 82 participants with Parkinson's disease were randomized to receive a probiotic (Bifidobacterium animalis subsp. lactis) or placebo alongside regular medication for 3 months. The intervention modulated gut microbiota composition and increased the abundance of taxa producing key metabolites including GABA and SCFAs. Probiotic participants had significantly improved sleep quality at one month and, at the end of the intervention, showed significant improvement on the Hamilton Anxiety Scale compared to placebo. Sleep and anxiety are core quality-of-life outcomes in PD, making this particularly meaningful. frontiersin.org/journals/nutri…

@anonylylucrativ @DrJosefWD @fedupmom12 The data existed way before glyphosate. There was data from the early 1900s demonstrating that gluten could trigger mental health problems

@DrJosefWD @fedupmom12 Gluten or glyphosate?

23% of schizophrenia patients test positive for anti-gluten antibodies. In people without schizophrenia, that number is 3%. A gluten-free diet improved negative symptoms with an effect size more than double what antipsychotics achieve. Up to 30% of schizophrenia patients may not need to be on medication at all.

@Dragonflynda @DrJosefWD This data came out before glyphosate too, so I doubt it, although glyphosate is doing a whole lot of damage in other ways.

@DrJosefWD What if it is glyphosates and not gluten?

Thank you! I used to work in a mental health facility and it this data fell on deaf ears when it came to the psychiatrists. I'm glad to see you are demonstrating that a GF diet can help. It does in a lot of cases. Imagine if every mental health patient got food sensitivity/antibody tested.

Reducing processed carbs can also improve HDL cholesterol dramatically, in my experience ⬇️

Mushrooms likely help mitigate cognitive decline ⬇️

If your LDL went up after going low carb but: ✅ Triglycerides crashed ✅ Insulin dropped ✅ A1c normalized ✅ BP improved ✅ You lost the belly ✅ You got off meds ✅ You feel better than ever You are NOT sick. Don’t let one number scare you back into the disease.

🍊 Grapefruit is more than just a breakfast staple. Its peel alone contains 13 identified flavonoids with antioxidant and medicinal properties, including naringin, hesperidin, and nobiletin. Research links regular citrus consumption to lower risk of cardiovascular disease and certain cancers. Nature's pharmacy in fruit form. 🧬 👉 thehealthyrd.com/9-fascinating-… #Nutrition #FunctionalMedicine #Polyphenols #Antioxidants #Grapefruit

Here's something that might surprise you: The recommended daily intake for vitamin D, which has been cited for years as 600 IU, is based on a massive error. In 2014, researchers reanalyzed the original data used by the Institute of Medicine and found the actual necessary amount was closer to 8,895 IU! This recalculation has been confirmed by independent research, yet it is still completely ignored. This isn't just a "mistake," it's a systemic error that continues to leave millions deficient in a crucial vitamin, impacting immunity, mood, cognitive function, metabolic control, and even cancer risk.

@dr_ericberg I met one of the docs on the IOM's panel that decided the new RDI. He even told us that people need closer to 4000 IU per day for optimal vitamin D levels, yet he proceeded to continue to perpetuate this ridiculously low RDI. Because he gets money from Big Pharma

Ever feel like slow walking is "not enough"? Think again! It gently benefits your heart, tones legs/core, boosts circulation, sharpens balance. Plus, it fires up ~29 muscles in EACH foot for better stability & mindful movement. All low-impact, super joint-friendly. Why rush? Slow down to level up your health. One of my favorite places to slow walk is in the woods. How about you? #MindfulMovement #EveryStepCounts

My 72-year-old uncle and his doctor had a conversation about statins. He has always been healthy, fit, and active. A low BMI, good BP, he doesn't smoke or have diabetes. He eats beef, seafood, some vegetables, rice, potatoes, nuts, and some fruits. No sweets or processed foods. Doc: "Your cholesterol is high. I'd like you to start taking a statin. Uncle: "What part of my cholesterol is high?" Doc: "Your LDL." Uncle: "Why do I need a statin?" Doc: "Because high LDL will increase your risk of heart attack or stroke." Uncle: "But I'm healthy and active. What's my actual risk?" Doc: "High. If you take a statin, you'll have a lower risk and longer life expectancy." Uncle: "What are the side effects of a statin?" Doc: "Well, some people experience joint pain, muscle soreness, memory issues, elevated blood sugar, and digestive issues." Uncle: "So, it could increase my risk of diabetes?" Doc: "Yes." Uncle: "By how much?" Doc: "Up to about 35%." Uncle: "Isn't diabetes a big risk factor in developing cardiac issues and heart attacks?" Doc: "Yes. It's a major risk factor." Uncle: "By how much?" Doc: "People with diabetes have a 3x-4x higher chance of having a heart attack." Uncle: "So, how much would diabetes reduce my life expectancy?" Doc: "Up to 10 years." Uncle: "So, if I took a statin, how long would I need to take it?" Doc: "For the rest of your life." Uncle: "And what would my life expectancy be if I took it, and it didn't give me diabetes?" Doc: "There is a calculation I could do that tells me your risk and life expectancy." Uncle: "How does the calculation work?" Doc: "It looks at information like your BMI, BP, total cholesterol, HDL, LDL, and the fact that you don't smoke, you don't have diabetes, and if you're on any meds for hypertension or cholesterol." Uncle: "So, it doesn't just look at my LDL but my overall health too. What does it say my life expectancy would be if I took a statin and it didn't give me diabetes?" Doc: "You could live 1 extra day." Uncle: "Just 1 day? I would take a med for the rest of my life that could cause joint pain, muscle soreness, memory loss, digestive issues, up to 35% chance of developing diabetes which could put me at a 3x-4x higher risk of having a heart attack and taking up to 10 years off of my life, and I'd only get 1 extra day?" Doc: "Well, yes." Uncle: "Ya, I don't think I need the statin."

@TJerryfan Thanks! So this paper you sent is talking about subjective food intolerances. The MRT test measures actual inflammation reactions to foods. Not subjective in this case-it measures the level of sensitivity to foods that is caused by an immune response.

@HeidiHmoretti Such a complex subject. Have you seen this review of myths and facts about food intolerances pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10…

One lab test that I wish everyone would get drawn is the MRT food sensitivity test. It changes the meaning of anti-inflammatory and pro-inflammatory. You can get inflammation from ANYTHING if you are sensitive to it.

I'm writing a 3,000 word essay at the moment about how the healthcare industry isn't actually set up to help those with diabetes. In my opinion, it's setup to create lifelong medicine dependency and almost guarantee the development of diabetic complications. Maybe I'll post it here too.

100%-I witness this all of the time with my clients. Excess sugar and carbs are often the root cause of high blood pressure.

The average American gets around 30% of their calories from seed oils. Seed oils are rich in omega-6 fatty acids that accumulate in your body fat, cell membranes, and mitochondrial membranes. These polyunsaturated fats cause oxidation and inflammation in the body. They are also nutrient-deficient. When you consume foods that lack nutrients, like seed oils, your body has to pull from nutrient reserves, creating deficiencies. Check out my video on why seed oils are the worst ingredient in the world: drbrg.co/4rLGebC Download my free app to instantly scan your food for hidden ingredients: drbrg.co/3TdAcBB

@DenHrim Me too!

@HeidiHmoretti I believe the topic of lowering cortisol should get more attention.

Feeling stressed or dealing with high cortisol? 📉🐟 Fish and fish oil are total game-changers for your hormones. The research is clear: ✅ Reduces baseline cortisol levels ✅ Lowers stress response in the body ✅ Proven to help lower stress during alcohol recovery If you want to stay calm under pressure, pass the salmon or grab a high-quality supplement. 💊🌊 Sources: thehealthyrd.com/how-to-choose-… pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23390041/ pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12909818/ #HealthTips #Wellness #Biohacking #StressRelief #Cortisol