A Forgotten Antibiotic Just Shook Up the Lyme Disease Debate

In a pair of new studies, one overlooked drug eliminated Lyme bacteria at doses 100x lower than standard antibiotics—without wrecking the gut microbiome.

Even more surprising? It might prevent infection entirely.
And it's already FDA-approved.

Now the question is… why hasn’t this been used all along?

🧵 THREAD Scientists may be closing in on two major advances in the fight against Lyme disease: an overlooked antibiotic that eliminates the infection at exceptionally low doses and new insights into why symptoms often persist long after treatment.

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Researchers Found Unvaccinated Children Healthier Than Vaccinated, Didn’t Publish Findings

A Michigan study of 18,000 children found vaccinated kids were 2.5x more likely to suffer chronic illness.

The findings were so explosive, the researchers never published them.

🧵THREAD Researchers from a large health care system in Michigan found that vaccinated children were more likely to develop a chronic health condition, but never published the findings, according to a copy of the study obtained by The Epoch Times.

Henry Ford Health System, whose employees carried out the study, said it was deficient.

The secret to slowing aging may not lie in your genes—but in your kidneys.

For centuries, healers believed every wrinkle, gray hair, and burst of vitality came from one source: your kidney’s vital energy.

Now scientists are confirming two sharp aging spikes—around 44 and 60—that align almost exactly with what ancient medicine predicted.

What if aging isn’t random decay, but a measurable energy loss you can restore naturally? The answer could rewrite everything we know about growing old.

🧵 THREAD The eastern concept of the kidney extends beyond the anatomical organ. It refers to a broader energy system, where the kidney’s vital energy (qi) and the life’s essence are stored.

Kidney essence is regarded as the foundation of human growth, development, and reproductive function. Meanwhile, vital energy nourishes and warms the body’s internal organs and tissues, supporting overall vitality.

According to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), a decline in the kidneys’ vital energy is seen as the beginning of the aging process. Yet there are practical and simple ways to replenish the kidneys’ vital energy.

Common Sweetener Kills Pancreatic Cancer Cells in Lab Tests When Fermented

It wiped out cancer cells while leaving healthy ones unharmed—even at the highest dose.

Could this overlooked plant hold the key to defeating one of the deadliest cancers known to medicine?

🧵 THREAD In this thread, you’ll discover:

• Surprising anti-cancer effects from a common sweetener

• Why this method could be safer than chemotherapy

• The key molecule behind this cancer-killing effect

Doctors Warn These 9 Supplements Aren’t Safe for Everyone

A 2-year-old boy nearly lost his life when he was rushed to the ER with a kidney stone the size of a marble.

Doctors believe 3 ingredients in the protein powder he drank every day were to blame.

🧵 THREAD The improper use of health supplements is a growing concern, especially for people with chronic conditions such as diabetes and kidney disease.

Nephrologists caution that while supplements can provide health benefits, misuse, especially in vulnerable populations, may lead to serious risks, including kidney damage.

The Overlooked Causes of Parkinson’s Disease—and Prevention Strategies That Work

Avoiding pesticides and staying active can go a long way toward protecting your brain.

But one study found that a simple daily habit could reduce your risk by up to 80%.

🧵 THREAD Parkinson’s disease is the second most common neurodegenerative disorder after Alzheimer’s disease.

In the United States alone, about 1.1 million people are currently living with this condition—a number expected to keep rising.

This progressive neurological disorder occurs when dopamine-producing neurons in the brain begin to degenerate, leading to movement- and emotion-related symptoms. It affects each person differently.

Though there isn’t a cure, certain lifestyle changes and natural approaches can help relieve symptoms effectively.

Cancer can now be detected through earwax—with 100% accuracy.

No blood. No scans. Just some wax from your ear.

Scientists have developed a simple test that can catch cancer in its earliest stages—before symptoms appear.

It can even tell you the exact moment your cancer is gone.

Earwax contains a treasure-trove of information about our health.

🧵 THREAD We all likely take earwax for granted—and prefer not to think about it.

However, the under-appreciated substance does more than keep your ears clean and free of debris—scientists have discovered that it contains a goldmine of health data.

Beyond that, earwax might be able to signal diseases like diabetes and cancer.

Kindness doesn’t just touch hearts—it rewires DNA.

A University of California study found that people who practiced simple daily acts of kindness changed their genes—reducing inflammation and boosting immune strength.

No pills. No supplements. Just kindness powerful enough to reshape the human body itself.

If one act can change our biology, imagine what millions could do together.

🧵 THREAD In 1989, Kent Nerburn decided to take a job as a cab driver.

“What I didn’t count on when I took the job was that it was also a ministry. Because I drove the night shift, my cab became a rolling confessional,” Nerburn, now an award-winning author from Minnesota, wrote in a story from his book “Make Me an Instrument of Your Peace.”

“I encountered people whose lives amazed me, ennobled me, made me laugh, and made me weep. And none of those lives touched me more than that of a woman I picked up late on a warm August night.”

You’ve been eating bananas wrong your whole life.

The one that tastes the worst might actually be the best for your health.

The riper it gets, the more sugar it contains—and the less it supports your gut.

But here’s the twist: that brown-spotted banana?
It might be exactly what your body needs when you’re sick.

🧵 THREAD Bananas are incredibly popular and are officially the most eaten fruit worldwide. But which banana is better for us—one that is still green, a ripe one, or one that’s beginning to turn brown?

While naturally rich in essential nutrients, their health benefits can vary depending on how ripe they are. Understanding the differences can help you choose the type of banana that is right for you: green, yellow, or yellow with brown spots.

“We all know that bananas ripen over time, but the actual process is fascinating.” Rachel Gargano, chief registered dietitian at Live it Up, told The Epoch Times via email. “Ripening is genetically programmed and includes biochemical and physiological changes, which result in the transformation in taste, texture, and smell that we’re so familiar with.”

Your calves are your “second heart”—neglect them, and the result can be deadly.

Doctors warn that weak calf muscles cause stagnant blood flow, fueling clots, deep vein thrombosis, and even fatal pulmonary embolisms.

Every step you don’t take forces your veins to fight gravity alone, raising the silent danger inside your body.

And the one-minute fix that protects this hidden heart? Almost no one is doing it.

🧵 THREAD When we think of the cardiovascular system, the heart usually gets the credit for keeping the blood running through the 60,000 miles of vessels in the body.

However, behind the scenes, our calf muscles are also constantly contracting to return our blood flow upward, working against gravity, leading some experts to label the calf pump our “second heart.”

New Study Finds Brain Damage in People Low in Key Nutrient

231 older adults who thought they were healthy underwent brain scans and testing.

One overlooked number in their bloodwork separated those with brain damage from those without.

🧵 THREAD Older adults with vitamin B12 levels currently considered normal may still face cognitive decline and brain damage, according to a new study.

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The 3,000-Year-Old Secret Weapon for Anxiety, Inflammation, and Modern Mayhem

You’ve smelled it at church. Maybe even at yoga.

Now scientists are studying it for cancer, anxiety, arthritis, asthma, and irritable bowel—which, let’s be honest, covers most of the Western world over 35.

Turns out, frankincense isn’t just incense. It’s medicine.

🧵 THREAD If you’ve never heard of Boswellia, don’t worry, you’ve definitely sniffed it. Or wafted it. Or had a minor spiritual epiphany while someone burned it at a yoga class that you regretted taking halfway through.

Boswellia is the tree behind frankincense, which is surprisingly relevant to your inflamed joints, anxious brain, or slightly dodgy bowel.

This squat little tree is found in dry, dramatic places like Oman, Ethiopia, and Somalia. The tree oozes a resin when cut, like sap.

People have been scraping, sniffing, and slathering this stuff on everything from bruises to bad moods for thousands of years. And I do mean everything.

The ancient Egyptians called it the “tears of Horus” (emotional much?) and used it in embalming and in incense burned during religious rituals. The Greeks burned it in temples. The Romans traded it like it was sandalwood-scented Bitcoin.

By the time the Wise Men were loading it onto a camel for a celestial baby shower, Boswellia resin was worth more than gold.

But here’s where it gets juicy.

One woman found a $7 weight loss secret hiding in plain sight at the grocery store.

Donna lost 74 pounds—and says she never feels hungry anymore.

It works on the same pathway as Ozempic, without the side effects… or the $1,000/month price tag.

This rare sugar could be the best-kept secret in metabolic health.

🧵 THREAD Donna began using allulose as she had once used sugar, including in treats such as brownies and pumpkin muffins. Looking back, she said, finding allulose was key.

“It’s the main thing I’ve done differently compared to other low-carb diets,” she told The Epoch Times.

Semaglutide and other new GLP-1 medications have been dominating the weight loss industry, offering appetite suppression and improved blood sugar control. At roughly $1,000 per month before insurance, they are beyond reach for many people. For others, it’s the side effects of these drugs that have them searching for natural alternatives.

Enter allulose—a zero-calorie, rare sugar that stimulates the same GLP-1 hormone, although to a more modest extent than the drugs, and provides mild metabolic benefits.

How to Activate the Body’s Built-In Antidepressant

One nerve controls stress, mood, and emotion.
Most people have never even heard of it.
But when you activate it, everything can change.

Here’s how it works…

🧵 THREAD A woman in her mid-30s went to see Dr. Priyal Modi, an integrative medicine practitioner.

The woman was navigating major life transitions, including the loss of a parent, the end of a long-term relationship, and work-related stress. She decided to take a sabbatical to reassess her path but felt isolated and depressed, and her thoughts were consumed by self-criticism and rumination.

“She had been prescribed antidepressants but was struggling with side effects,” Modi said.

Most People Use Turmeric Wrong: How to Activate Its Full Benefits

Adding turmeric to your diet? Smart move.

But the real magic only happens when you pair it with one common spice—and a little fat.

Without that combo, turmeric barely works. It’s like sprinkling dust on your food.

This might be the best-kept secret in your kitchen.

🧵 THREAD If you’ve cut salt, eased up on caffeine, and tried to stress less, and your blood pressure still won’t budge, perhaps a golden spice in your kitchen cabinet can ease your efforts.

Curcumin is found in the root of the turmeric plant, giving it its distinctive golden hue and earthy flavor. It belongs to a group of plant-based substances called polyphenols, known for their antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects.

These effects may help explain why curcumin—turmeric’s most active compound—is being studied for its potential to support healthy blood pressure.

Vaccines Being Airdropped Across US

Planes, helicopters, and trucks are blanketing rural America with millions of oral rabies vaccines this month—with almost no warning to residents.

The government says it’s safe, but pets and livestock can ingest the vaccine baits, leaving many to ask: what happens if they do?

🧵 THREAD The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is airdropping oral rabies vaccines in six states in October in a bid to stop the spread of the potentially deadly virus.
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Daily Cocoa Cuts Inflammation by 70%

Your nightly cup of hot cocoa might just save your life.

A groundbreaking study found that daily cocoa extract lowered body-wide inflammation by 70% and reduced heart disease deaths by 27%.

Scientists say it stopped “inflammaging,” keeping older adults’ inflammation steady for two years instead of rising with age.

This simple discovery could change how we think about aging and heart health forever.

It sounds too good to be true—but the science says otherwise.

🧵 THREAD Your daily hot cocoa might do more than warm you up—it could also prevent heart disease and the inflammation that drives it, according to a recent study.

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Millions Taking Ibuprofen May Be at Serious Risk, Studies Show

Before you take your next dose, make sure you’re not in the danger zone.

For these five groups of people, ibuprofen poses serious health risks that outweigh potential benefits.

🧵 THREAD Popping an ibuprofen for that pounding headache or twisted ankle can provide quick relief from pain.

But although this easily accessible over-the-counter drug could temporarily mask discomfort and sometimes eliminate pain, experts say it does little to spur true healing.

Foods That Lower Tinnitus Risk—and Those That Trigger It

If you’ve ever heard ringing in your ears when everything is quiet… you’re not alone.

Tinnitus doesn’t just mess with your hearing—it can wreck your focus, sleep, and even mental health.

A major new study just found diet plays a bigger role than anyone thought.

🧵 THREAD Tinnitus, ringing or buzzing in the ears, affects about 14 percent of adults, with 2 percent experiencing a severe form.

The condition is associated with stress and depression and significantly affects quality of life. In severe cases, it can lead to suicide.

Recent research investigated the links between various food groups and tinnitus and found that certain healthy foods, such as fruits and those containing fiber, may reduce the risk.

Nondietary lifestyle factors may also contribute.

6 Ways Vaccine Policy Has Changed Under RFK Jr.

From ending universal COVID shots to uncovering manipulated RSV data, RFK Jr.’s team is quietly reshaping the foundation of U.S. vaccine policy.

Even the CDC’s childhood schedule—once considered untouchable—is now under review for safety, sequencing, and transparency.

It marks the biggest shift in vaccine oversight in a generation—and it all began with one principle: informed consent.

🧵 THREAD Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and officials at the Department of Health and Human Services have changed recommendations and policies for multiple vaccines, including shots against COVID-19 and measles.

Here is what has changed so far.

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Pfizer’s data didn’t just go missing—it was edited.

In an exchange with @RWMaloneMD, Pfizer admitted its biodistribution studies were done “in close consultation” with the FDA.

Images were cropped and dimmed to make the COVID vaccine look confined to the arm, when unedited images revealed mRNA spreading to organs like the kidneys and adrenal glands.

If the FDA helped shape that illusion, what else in the “safe and effective” story was rewritten to hide the truth?

🧵 THREAD Data on how parts of a Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine spread in the bodies of mice were withheld from regulatory submissions to the U.S. FDA, according to a new comparison of those submissions and similar documents sent to Japanese regulators.

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