A new study indicates strawberries reduce blood vessel inflammation by decreasing harmful Coprobacillus gut bacteria and boosting beneficial Lachnospiraceae
Did you know Lachnospiraceae ferment dietary fiber to produce short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs) like butyrate, propionate, and acetate...
SCFAs are beneficial because they support: 1. Gut lining & reduce inflammation 2. Metabolism & insulin sensitivity 3. Healthy cholesterol levels & blood pressure 4. Decrease appetite via BHB-Phe (see previous post) 5. Benefit brain health via the gut-brain axis
To increase Lachnospiraceae eat more:
1. Dietary fiber from fruits, vegetables, whole grains & legumes
2. Polyphenol-rich foods, e.g. strawberries, blueberries, matcha green tea & dark chocolate...
3. Prebiotics e.g. inulin, garlic, onions & asparagus
Recent news claimed scientists at UCLA had solved hair loss. Is this true?
Let's dive in 🧵
Positive results were announced from a Phase 2a (efficacy) of a molecule called PP405 for the treatment of hair loss, Pelage Pharmaceuticals announced a few days ago.
The study found that 31% of men with a high degree of hair loss who received PP405 had a greater than 20% increase in hair density at 8 weeks, compared to 0% in the placebo group
NEW STUDY: Only 14 centenarians in this study but higher heart rate variability (SDNN) was associated with longer life.
How do you know your SDNN? 🧵
In 14 centenarians followed until death, only SD of normal-to-normal interval (SDNN) showed significant correlation (ρ = 0.536; p = 0.048) with survival prognosis
The Oura Ring (no affiliation) measures SDNN. While they primarily focus on RMSSD (Root Mean Square of Successive Differences) and 5-minute samples for HRV analysis,the app also provides an average per night SDNN
"We aim to understand & reverse the underlying mechanisms of aging to treat a range of diseases & injuries...The loss of funding halts ongoing experiments that cannot simply be restarted," geneticist David Sinclair told @BBCNews 🧵 bbc.com/news/articles/…
"The administration's excuse that these policies somehow address antisemitism are so absurd," said Jacob Miller, a student and former head of Harvard Hillel, the Jewish social hub on campus
The White House and Harvard have been locked in a political, legal and financial battle - the stakes of which have dramatically escalated over the past two months
NEW STUDY: 1 in 5 US kids is nutrient deficient. Malnutrition is associated with epigenetic age acceleration, up to 4.19 yrs. Therefore, it's key for you & your family to eat fresh food or take certain vitamins 🥦🫐🫛🥑
Here are 5 effects of a deficiency & how to prevent it:
1. Obesity & metabolic disorders because processed foods are high in sugar, salt, & unhealthy fats.
2. Poor gut health - a lack of fiber & plant diversity impairs the microbiome...
3. Reduced immunity due to fewer antioxidants and polyphenols
4. Elevated risk of other diseases including cardiovascular disease, and certain cancers...
NEW STUDY: Intermittent fasting produces anti-depressant effects by modulating the dopamine receptor in mice. Could depression & social media addiction be cured by fasting? 🧵
Dopamine addiction related to social media occurs when users become reliant on the instant gratification and pleasure derived from likes, shares, and notifications, which trigger dopamine release in the brain
This can lead to compulsive behavior and a decrease in overall happiness, as users may find themselves constantly seeking these digital rewards