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Taking the First Step to  Reclaiming Our Authentic Selves you can read the full essay on Gary Null Substack  https://garynull.substack.com/p/taking-the-first-step-to-reclaiming

Gary reads his essay Are We Capable of Making Any Meaningful Changes? Who We Trusted, and Why They Failed Us

The Cult Of The Self And The Destruction Of Our Cultural Values - you can read the full article on Gary Null Substack - https://garynull.substack.com/p/the-cult-of-the-self-and-the-destruction

Gary reads part 1 of his latest essay The Vanishing Village Part One of Three — Memory, Elders, and the Death of Consequence

Gary talks about the history of slavery and the latest on Health and Healing    HEALTH NEWS   Food-Based Hydration May Offer More Benefits Than Sports Drinks Most People Don’t Know This Popular Food Is Linked to Prostate Cancer Risk Cognitive behavioral therapy may reduce biological aging among older adults with insomnia Study: Screens are corroding teens’ belief in a healthy life Eating jetlag: Weekend meal shifts associated with higher heart disease risk in men

A clip from Dr. Hannah Spier on feminism    Gary reads his essay - How To Take Back Control Of Your Life - you can read the full article on Gary Null Substack

If This Is My Life Then Let Me Live It My Way

HEALTH NEWS   Scientists Find a Surprising Cancer Fighting Effect in Dark Sweet Cherries Astragulus compound shows promise against ischemic stroke by targeting the gut-brain axis Smartwatches may overestimate calories burned during exercise Higher vitamin B12 levels in both parents are associated with lower risk of birth defects Small daily changes in sleep, exercise and diet can add years to your life

HEALTH NEWS   Curcumin Shows Potential in Protecting Blood Vessels From Diabetes Damage, According to Rat Study  Exercise intervention associated with reduced atrial fibrillation burden Flavorings, colors and sweeteners emerge as UPF markers linked to depression risk Healthy Maternal Diet During Pregnancy Tied to Lower Autism Risk in Study of 80,000 Mother-Infant Pairs Scientists discover how fructose may help drive obesity

Gary reads this final part of his essay If This Is My Life Then Let Me Live It My Way

If This Is My Life Then Let Me Live It My Way Starting Over: A Second Chance For A New BeginningBy Gary Null, PhD - you can read the full article on Gary Null Substack

HEALTH NEWS   Mulberry leaves and fruit may influence gut bacteria linked to metabolism Leisure-Time Physical Activity Linked to Reduced Dementia Risk; Occupational Activity Associated With Increased Risk, Study Says Daily social media use beyond 2.5 hours tracks with depression, analysis finds Foods Tied to Endometriosis Management in New Review, Researchers Say Scientists Find a Troubling Effect of Sitting That Exercise Couldn’t Prevent

HEALTH NEWS   Move over, lycopene. Tomatoes' secret sauce may be phytoene A Hidden Gut Reaction May Explain Why Vegetables Are So Good for You Artificial sweetener xylitol associated with higher risk of adverse cardiovascular events Can you slow the aging process? Study reveals which interventions might help Overuse of inhalers found to increase heart attack risk in asthma and COPD patients

HEALTH NEWS   Common Supplements Show Antibiotic-Like Benefits Against Severe Gum Disease Acupuncture Seems to Rewire The Brain in Depression, Scans Reveal When you eat may matter as much as what you eat for longevity and heart health Study: Higher Vitamin B2 and B6 Intake Tied to Lower Odds of Advanced CKM Syndrome Loneliness can reprogram the brain to increase alcohol use

HEALTH NEWS   Purslane Extract Tied to Improved Mood and Reduced Liver Stiffness in Trials, Researchers Say Natural Compound in Broccoli Could Help Treat a Rare, Incurable Neurological Disease Intermittent fasting reveals gut-brain pathway that may reduce chronic pain Microalga extract shows promise for fatigue through mitochondrial function Vitamin D Supplementation Tied to Slower Biological Aging, Studies Find         Purslane Extract Tied to Improved Mood and Reduced Liver Stiffness in Trials, Researchers Say Mashhad University of Medical Sciences (Iran), August 21 2026 (Natural News)     Purslane, a weed commonly found in garden beds and sidewalk cracks, has been linked in two clinical trials to improved mood and reduced liver stiffness. Purslane is an herbaceous succulent valued in many cultures for its vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.   A trial published in the journal Health Science Reports enrolled adults with nonalcoholic fatty liver disease. Participants received either purslane extract or a placebo in addition to regular care. The report said those who received purslane showed reductions in stress and low mood compared with the placebo group, and researchers said the results warrant further investigation. In 2024, the same research team published a trial of patients with nonalcoholic fatty liver disease received 700 milligrams of purslane extract daily for eight weeks. According to the study, liver stiffness decreased significantly compared with placebo, and the hepatorenal ultrasound index, a direct measure of fat buildup in the liver, also improved.   Natural Compound in Broccoli Could Help Treat a Rare, Incurable Neurological Disease Swinburne University of Technology (Australia), August 21, 2026 (SciTech Daily)   A naturally occurring compound in broccoli is being investigated as a possible treatment for Friedreich ataxia, a rare nervous system disease. Research from Swinburne suggests the compound can act on biological processes involved in the condition. Friedreich ataxia develops as neurons in the brain and spinal cord deteriorate, progressively affecting movement, speech, and survival. The research found that sulforaphane, a natural compound present in broccoli, can raise levels of frataxin, the protein that is deficient in people with Friedreich ataxia. It also helped protect vulnerable nerve cells from damage. Sulforaphane has also been found to affect several disease-related processes, including cellular stress and inflammation.   Intermittent fasting reveals gut-brain pathway that may reduce chronic pain Zhengzhou University & First Affiliated Hospital (China) August 24 2026 (Medical Xpress) Chronic pain, pain that persists or returns for more than three months, can affect people's emotional well-being and is often accompanied by difficulty concentrating or remembering things.  Researchers at Zhengzhou University and its First Affiliated Hospital conducted a study investigating the effects of intermittent fasting on chronic pain in mice. Their findings, published in Brain, Behavior, and Immunity, suggest that fasting for set hours can alter gut bacteria and influence the connection between the digestive tract and the brain, which may in turn reduce pain sensitivity and improve mental function. The researchers observed that mice with chronic pain who followed the intermittent fasting regimen appeared to exhibit reduced sensitivity to normally harmless touch and heat. In addition, fasting appeared to improve their performance on simple tasks and reduce anxiety-like behaviors. Collected data suggested that fasting had strengthened the mice's intestinal barrier, reduced neuroinflammation and altered the composition of their gut microbiota. A species of gut bacteria that appeared to consistently increase with intermittent fasting was Alistipes finegoldii. This study suggests that intermittent fasting can change the composition of the gut microbiota, particularly in mouse

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Gary reads Part 1 of his essay How To Let Go Of All Of The Pain In Your Life. You can read the full article on Gary Null Substack.

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HEALTH NEWS   Chamomile Rinse Matches Chlorhexidine in Reducing Plaque and Gum Inflammation, Trial Finds A few minutes of sprinting could make a bigger impact than 90 minutes of moderate running Ultra-processed foods linked to higher prostate cancer risk in men Cinnamon Supplementation Associated With Lower Blood Sugar and Cholesterol in Review of 21 Meta-Analyses Healthy lifestyle cuts hearing impairment risk by 14%, metabolism is key driver     Chamomile Rinse Matches Chlorhexidine in Reducing Plaque and Gum Inflammation, Trial Finds Western University of Arad (Romania), August 12 2026  (Natural News)   A chamomile herbal rinse reduced plaque buildup and gum inflammation on par with chlorhexidine. Researchers enrolled 175 healthy adults and divided them into five groups: chamomile, sage, ginger, placebo, or chlorhexidine rinses, the report stated.   Over twelve weeks, researchers tracked plaque accumulation and gingival inflammation using standardized dental indexes. Participants rinsed daily with their assigned solution, and measurements were recorded at intervals across the study period.    Chamomile’s effect relies on plant compounds including apigenin and chamazulene, which act through anti-inflammatory pathways, while chlorhexidine works through strong antimicrobial action, researchers said. Chamomile flower material contains acylated derivatives of apigenin 7-O-glucoside. Every active rinse, including chamomile, produced significant reductions compared to placebo. Chamomile performed statistically on par with chlorhexidine, the rinse most dentists reach for first.  Chlorhexidine is a prescription-strength antiseptic that dentists consider the gold standard for controlling plaque. Long-term chlorhexidine use commonly causes tooth staining, taste changes, and irritation of soft tissue inside the mouth.   A few minutes of sprinting could make a bigger impact than 90 minutes of moderate running Rockefeller University, August 13 2026 (Eurekalert) Three minutes of sprinting can do something that 90 minutes of moderate exercise apparently cannot: dramatically reshape the molecular contents of the bloodstream. Rockefeller researchers comparing different intensities of exercise found that six sets of 30-second, all-out sprints altered nearly a quarter of the proteins measured immediately afterward. Moderate, continuous cycling for 90 minutes altered fewer than one-quarter of one percent. And while moderate running on a treadmill changed more proteins than cycling, it still altered far fewer than a quick sprint. Sprinting triggered changes in more than 200 metabolites. It also caused an immediate surge of proteins involved in blood-vessel growth, tissue remodeling, and hormonal signaling. Some of these proteins appear to enter the bloodstream through an expedited cell signaling process known as ectodomain shedding—rather than being newly made and secreted, portions of proteins already sitting on the cell surface were cleaved off and rapidly released into circulation. The researchers also found that human fat cells exposed to blood collected after sprinting underwent extensive changes in gene activity, shifting how the cells process fuel, respond to hormones, and sense nutrient availability. Not so with moderate exercise which produced a more modest response. It was not until three hours after completing that exercise that a meaningful wave of the fatty acids and liver-derived proteins that typically appear in response to the demands of endurance exercise were found in the bloodstream.    Ultra-processed foods linked to higher prostate cancer risk in men Florida Atlantic University, August 12 2026 (News-Medical)     Ultra-processed foods (UPFs) account for nearly 60% of adults' and 70% of children's energy intake in the United States.  New research from Florida Atlantic University provides evidence that men with higher consumption of UPFs have increased risks of prostate cancer.  Publish

The Gary Null Show - 8-18-26

Gary plays a clip from Teacher’s Therapy and then reads his latest essay Opening The Door to Medical And Scientific Discoveries That Can.

HEALTH NEWS   Peaches Provide Carotenoids With Reported Eye and Skin Benefits, Experts Say Noninvasive brain stimulation may improve Parkinson's nonmotor symptoms and daily activity Popular Erectile Dysfunction Drug Linked to Vision-Threatening Eye Disease How much do nuts matter for blood pressure? This study points to about a handful a day Fructose May Help Ovarian Cancer Cells Spread, Wistar Institute Study Finds

HEALTH NEWS Turmeric Extract CLE Improves Orientation and Attention in Middle-Aged Adults, Study Finds Healthy midlife habits linked to longer dementia-free years Industrial Chicken Farming Is Supercharging the Spread of a Dangerous Foodborne Bacterium How folic acid may protect a baby’s developing brain and spinal cord Study: Exercise Prompts Liver Enzyme That May Protect Brain Barrier Turmeric Extract CLE Improves Orientation and Attention in Middle-Aged Adults, Study Finds August 10 2026 (Natural News) A 24-week clinical trial published in Frontiers in Nutrition has found that a non-curcumin turmeric extract known as CLE (curcuma longa extract) improved two cognitive functions – orientation and attention – in healthy adults aged 40 to 69. The study tested 35 cognitive measures and reported statistically significant improvements on only two: awareness of time, place and surroundings (orientation) and the ability to focus and ignore distractions (attention). Alzheimer’s disease affects about 5.3 million Americans, making it the leading cause of dementia and the sixth leading cause of death in the U.S. The CLE extract tested in this trial contains different compounds – turmeronols A and B and bisacurone – which have shown anti-inflammatory effects in laboratory models. The trial enrolled 40 participants with subtle cognitive changes still considered within the normal range. They were randomly assigned to take either two CLE capsules daily or a placebo for 24 weeks. Cognitive assessments were administered at baseline, at 12 weeks, and at 24 weeks using standard screening tools and an eye-tracking platform. After six months, participants in the CLE group scored higher on orientation compared with the placebo group, according to both an eye-tracking cognitive test and the Montreal Cognitive Assessment – Japanese version (MoCA-J). The CLE group also demonstrated better attention – the ability to focus and ignore distractions – based on the eye-tracking assessment. Healthy midlife habits linked to longer dementia-free years New York University Langone Health, August 6 2026 (News-Medical) Having normal blood pressure, no diabetes, and not smoking from age 48 to 68, are associated with nearly 13 additional years on average of dementia-free life, a new study shows. Led by NYU Langone Health researchers, the new work also found that, no matter how many risk factors they had, women lived longer without dementia than men, and that white study participants had more dementia-free years than Black participants. The findings argue that people need to actively avert these factors in midlife as a strategy for preserving brain health for more than a decade. The current study looked at 12,409 people with an average age of 56 who were free of dementia. Participants were assessed for three risk factors: high blood pressure, diabetes, and smoking. They were then followed for an average of 26 years. Those who had no risk factors lived without developing dementia nearly 13 years longer than people with the three risk factors (30 years total after the study’s start versus 17 years). The team also sought to determine how cardiovascular risk factors in midlife influenced dementia-free survival across demographics. Women with all three risk factors lived an average of 18.1 years from the start of tracking without developing dementia, compared to 16.6 years for male study participants. White participants with all three risk factors lived an average of 19.6 years without developing dementia, compared to 16 years for Black participants. Industrial Chicken Farming Is Supercharging the Spread of a Dangerous Foodborne Bacterium Oxford University, August 10, 2026 (SciTech Daily) Commercial poultry farms now hold billions of chickens, creating a vast habitat where bacteria can move, mix and adapt. An analysis from the Ineos Oxford Institute for Antimicrobial Research at the University of Oxford found that industrial poultry p

OPENER: Stephen A Smith DESTROYS WNBA After HIDING BRITTNEY GRINER’S DIRTY SECRET! Defend Sophie Cunningham! - 5:11 Brandon Gill Gets Witness To Admit Who DEI Punishes - 5:13 “I went to court to argue what a woman is” — Sall Grover at ARC 2026 -1:00 Jason Arday Whistleblower: ‘People Knew The Truth And Covered It Up’ - 4:00 Quick, easy, worthless: Students let AI do the thinking | Principia Scientific, Intl. - Text It’s Time to Save America - 10:00   HEALTH NEWS Arginine Supplement May Strengthen Immune Response to Cancer and Viral Infections Yeast food supplement helps immune cells fight cancer more effectively Physical activity linked to lower stroke and death risk in adults with atrial fibrillation Phthalates may contribute to high blood pressure in pregnant women Daily Collagen Supplement Alters Bone-Related Blood Markers in Female Runners, Study Says Arginine Supplement May Strengthen Immune Response to Cancer and Viral Infections Rockefeller University, August 10, 2026 (Natural News) A study published in the journal Cell reports that arginine, an amino acid found in protein-rich foods and produced by the body, may help the immune system recognize and respond to cancer and viral infections. The research found that low arginine levels were linked to reduced production of MHC-1, a protein that displays abnormal cellular signals to T cells, according to the report. In mouse models, arginine-rich diets were associated with fewer colon tumors and milder influenza and SARS-CoV-2 infections, the researchers reported. The findings add to prior work linking declining immune function to cancer progression. When arginine is scarce, cells struggle to produce MHC-1 proteins, which appear on the surfaces of cells throughout the body and display foreign or abnormal proteins to T cells. Researchers repeated the dietary studies using mouse models of influenza and SARS-CoV-2, conditions previously associated with unusual levels of different amino acids. One of the most dramatic patterns to emerge was that arginine was the most depleted amino acid in all of these diseases. Not only did mice with an arginine-rich diet have milder symptoms from viral infections, giving the mice arginine after influenza infection improved their outcomes too. Yeast food supplement helps immune cells fight cancer more effectively Trinity College Dublin & University College Dublin, July 9 2026 Researchers from Trinity College Dublin (TCD) and University College Dublin (UCD) have shown for the first time that a food supplement made from yeast helps the body to make stronger immune cells that can fight cancer.The research teams found that adding a yeast-based supplement to the food of obese laboratory mice changes how their immune cells grow and help to make better cancer‑fighting cells. Mice were fed a standard or high fat diet supplemented with yeast beta-glucan for 4-12 weeks and then their immune system was challenged by different types of cancer cells (colorectal, skin and breast cancer). The study also tested whether yeast supplementation could overcome immune dysfunction caused by obesity and whether protective effects persist after weight loss. Crucially, this dietary intervention restores anti-tumor innate immunity in obese mice and reverses long-term immune memory defects that persist even after weight loss, a major unmet clinical challenge. Physical activity linked to lower stroke and death risk in adults with atrial fibrillation Arctic University of Norway, August 5 2026 (News-Medical) Being physically active was linked to a lower risk of stroke and death for adults with atrial fibrillation, or AFib, according to new, independent research published in the Journal of the American Heart Association. AFib is a quivering or irregular heartbeat that occurs in the heart’s upper chamber known as the atria. According to the American Heart Association, it can lead to blood clots, stroke and other heart-related conditions.

Gary plays a clip from Dr. Angus Dalgleish’s interview with Jimmy Dore and reads part 2 of his essay The Cult of a Good Citizen.

Clips Why Are Americans So Bloody Stupid? - Sam Waits Russia has their gloves on - Scott Ritter   Gary reads his new essay - The Cult of a New Citizen

HEALTH NEWS   Beetroot juice and other natural remedies for high blood pressure: A breakthrough in heart health New study shows low-dose omega-3 intake does not raise atrial fibrillation risk Reducing protein intake could promote healthy aging GABA May Affect Gut, Immune System and Metabolism, Review Says Study links lower vitamin D to mood and cognitive health in adults over 85 with diabetes

-Gary reads his later to Science Magazine addressing Robert Gallo and Anthony Fauci on AIDS -Share's the latest on Health and Healing

Gary plays a clip from Mikki Wilson interviewing Dr. David Martin on Fauci and finishes reading his latest essay We Have Entered the Era of Catastrophic Stupidity

Gary reads his latest groundbreaking essay We Have Entered the Era of Catastrophic Stupidity

Gary plays a clip from - Jared Cooney Horvath about the Education System Reads his latest essay - How To Heal The Emotional Wounds From Your Past Share's the latest on Health and Healing HEALTH NEWS Beetroot juice may benefit pregnant women with chronic kidney disease When Gut Bacteria Run Out of Fiber, They May Start Eating You New study links exposure to fungicides and insecticides to changes in the age of menarche Could a plant-based diet trick your body into burning fat? Not all exercise is equal when it comes to metabolic syndrome risk

HEALTH NEWS   Lycopene linked to lower cancer risk in major review Daily routines reduce pain and depression in older adults When nature not only restores, but fortifies Skin Damage May Begin Long Before You Can See It Study Shows Exercise Improves Brain Function for 24 Hours     Lycopene linked to lower cancer risk in major review Isfahan University of Medical Sciences (Iran), July 29 2026 (Natural News)      Lycopene, the red pigment in tomatoes, may offer modest protection against cancer and cancer-related death.   A meta-analysis of 121 studies found high lycopene intake linked to a 5% lower cancer risk, while tomato consumption was tied to an 11% lower risk of cancer death and lycopene intake specifically to a 16% lower risk.   Blood lycopene levels showed stronger protection, with an 11% lower cancer risk and 24% lower risk of cancer death.   Benefits peak at 5 to 8 milligrams of lycopene daily, roughly one to two medium tomatoes.   Cooking tomatoes with healthy fats like olive oil significantly improves lycopene absorption.   Daily routines reduce pain and depression in older adults University of Missouri, July 28 2026 (News-Medical) University of Missouri researchers have identified a simple, effective way to improve quality of life. A new study found that maintaining a consistent daily routine can reduce physical pain and ease symptoms of depression, demonstrating how everyday habits can have a meaningful impact on well-being, particularly for older adults with insomnia. Roughly half of adults age 60 and older report experiencing insomnia symptoms. To better understand how insomnia affects overall well-being, researchers analyzed survey data from 67 older adults, including 37 people with insomnia. As expected, participants with insomnia reported higher levels of pain and depression. Participants who maintained consistent daily routines tended to report lower levels of pain and depression, a relationship that may be explained in part by the way regular schedules help synchronize the body's internal clock. Those daily habits help regulate the body's circadian rhythm that influences sleep, mood and other biological functions. Even small disruptions to daily schedules can throw off the body's internal clock, a phenomenon sometimes referred to as social jet lag.   When nature not only restores, but fortifies Max Planck Institute for Human Development (Germany), July 29 2026 (Eurekalert) A walk in the park after a stressful day is a classic example of how nature can help people switch off and unwind. But natural environments may offer even more: enhancing mood and cognitive performance even when a person was not previously stressed or depleted. This is the finding of a review article published in the Journal of Environmental Psychology by researchers from the Max Planck Institute for Human Development.  For the review, the researchers evaluated 54 studies that comprised 61 experiments examining the effect on natural and urban environments on cognitive performance, affect or subjective sense of relaxation.  Focus on restoration: For decades, research has primarily examined how nature helps people recover from stress or mental strain. Overlooked ‘instorative’ effects: Nature may also promote attention, positive affect and well-being even without prior depletion. Positive findings: Despite their small number, all instorative studies reported improvements in attention, affect or subjective well-being. Implications for daily life: The results suggest that green spaces not only contribute to restoration after depletion but may also promote concentration, resilience and mental health in everyday life.     Skin Damage May Begin Long Before You Can See It Hiroshima University (Japan), July 30, 2026 (SciTech Daily) Skin can appear structurally intact even as the collagen beneath it begins losing its internal organization. An international research team led by Hiroshima Univers

HEALTH NEWS   Ginkgo Biloba Shows Benefit for Dementia Symptoms, Not Prevention, Review Finds Limiting sugar early in life associated with lower risk of dementia later This edible flower could do more than brighten a plate Hair Loss May Be an Overlooked Side Effect of Ozempic and Mounjaro Too little or too much iodine may push immunity off balance

HEALTH NEWS   Review finds blueberry and grape polyphenols may improve vascular health Plant compound shows promise for treating rheumatoid arthritis at its source, study finds Screen Time at Ages 1 and 6 Linked to Lasting Learning and Memory Effects Some caffeinated drinks are linked to poorer memory Study: Morning Exercise Linked to Lower Daily Calorie Intake Compared to Evening Workouts   Review finds blueberry and grape polyphenols may improve vascular health Universidad Católica de Murcia (Spain), July 27 2026 (News-Medical) A recent review published in the journal Nutrients examined the evidence on the effects of blueberries, grapes, and their bioactive compounds on cardiovascular risk markers. In the present study, a comprehensive systematic literature search was conducted to identify randomized controlled trials (RCTs), systematic reviews, and meta-analyses published from January 2015 through April 2026.  Two systematic reviews and meta-analyses reported that grape polyphenols at doses exceeding 500 mg/day for at least 12 weeks significantly reduced C-reactive protein levels, while the other reported improvements in vascular function or BP in 84% of the human studies it assessed, including a significant reduction in systolic BP. One found a modest reduction in BP and improvement in endothelial function with flavan-3-ol foods, such as tea, apples, cocoa, and grape-derived products. Moderate- and high-quality RCTs reported improvements in lipid peroxidation, lipid profiles, flow-mediated dilation, diastolic BP, and paraoxonase activity. Resveratrol and blueberry RCTs mainly reported endothelial and vascular benefits, such as improved nitric oxide production and flow-mediated dilation and reduced BP and inflammatory markers. One high-quality RCT involving older men with metabolic syndrome showed significant improvements in arterial stiffness and endothelial function after six months of daily blueberry consumption.     Plant compound shows promise for treating rheumatoid arthritis at its source, study finds Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, July 27 2026 (Natural News) A plant-derived compound called obakulactone (OL) reduced swelling, inflammation and joint damage in rats with rheumatoid arthritis, according to a study published in Engineering.   The compound, a tetracyclic triterpenoid from the bark of Phellodendri cortex, also rebalanced immune activity and corrected disrupted fatty acid metabolismd. P. cortex has been used in traditional medicine and contains OL along with other constituents, Researchers tested OL in rats with rheumatoid arthritis, administering low, medium and high doses for 21 days. Treatment significantly reduced joint swelling and helped restore the normal structure of cartilage and the synovium, the tissue lining the joints, according to the report.   Blood tests showed dose-dependent decreases in inflammatory molecules including IL-1, IL-6, IL-17 and TNF, as well as rheumatoid arthritis markers RF, CCP-Ab, CRP and MMP-3, officials said. The compound also reduced abnormally high levels of CD3+ T cells and CD68+ macrophages within the joints and shifted macrophages from a proinflammatory M1 state toward an anti-inflammatory M2 state.   Screen Time at Ages 1 and 6 Linked to Lasting Learning and Memory Effects National University of Singapore & Zhejiang University (China), July 28, 2026 (SciTech Daily) A study that tracked children from age 1 through age 8 found that greater screen viewing time, especially during infancy and near the start of school, was associated with lower academic performance at age 9 and weaker working memory at age 10.5. The results indicate that when children use screens may matter as much as how long they spend using them. The World Health Organization (WHO) and the American Academy of Pediatrics advise avoiding screens before 18 to 24 months and limiting viewing to less than one hour per day between ages 2 and 5. Many child

Gary reads the second part of his latest essay - How to Manifest Your Authentic Self and the latest on Health and Healing. HEALTH NEWS Ancient grain sorghum shows potential against Alzheimer’s in early cell research Daily multivitamin improves functional health in older adults, study finds Kids who own cellphones have poorer reading comprehension scores than those who don’t, researchers find Time-restricted eating may help retain cognitive function in older adults Exercise Rewires Heart’s Nerve Network in Left-Right Pattern Ancient grain sorghum shows potential against Alzheimer’s in early cell researchEdith Cowan University & Alzheimers Research Australia, July 27 2026 (Natural News) Sorghum polyphenols reduced toxic amyloid-beta buildup in brain cells by up to 76 percent in a laboratory study. Scientists extracted polyphenols from three varieties of sorghum — black, red-brown and red — and exposed cultured human brain cells to amyloid-beta, the sticky protein long implicated in Alzheimer's plaque formation. Black sorghum showed the strongest protective effect on cultured human brain cells. Treated cells had over 70 percent better survival and 80 percent more active mitochondria. The findings still require animal studies before any health claims. Sorghum is gluten-free, fiber-rich, and loaded with the same class of plant compounds found in berries, olive oil, tea and dark chocolate — nutrients researchers have long connected to healthier brain aging. Daily multivitamin improves functional health in older adults, study finds Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University, July 27 2026 (News-Medical) The ability to perform everyday activities free of debilitating symptoms profoundly affects quality of life as we age. In a new study, older adults who took a daily multivitamin had significantly better measures of functional health after 3 years compared with those who took a placebo. According to researchers, the findings suggest a daily multivitamin can help older people maintain day-to-day functioning by helping to preserve cognitive abilities, and it may also benefit blood circulation and physical stamina. The researchers analyzed data from over 16,000 people aged 60 years and older. Participants were randomly assigned to take a daily multivitamin, a cocoa extract supplement, both or neither, with placebos used for the control group and for those taking only one supplement. After 3 years, participants taking a multivitamin had significantly better functional health than those taking a placebo. Kids who own cellphones have poorer reading comprehension scores than those who don’t, researchers find University of California at Los Angeles, July 27 2026 (Eurekalert) The widespread concern about the effect of cellphones on reading comprehension in elementary school children has led to surprisingly little experimental research.  New research by UCLA psychologists found a statistically significant relationship between owning a cellphone and lower reading scores — children who owned cellphones had poorer reading comprehension than those who did not.  This negative relationship between phone ownership and reading scores held for students who spoke English at home and those who did not. In fact, simply owning a phone correlated with worse reading comprehension, whether or not the phone was brought to school. Time-restricted eating may help retain cognitive function in older adults Rutgers University, July 27 2026 (Medical Xpress) Results from a small clinical trial suggest it may be possible to reduce the risk of dementia by eating during fewer hours of the day. The pilot study, which involved a weight-loss program for older women with overweight or obesity, showed modest cognitive improvements among those who limited their daily eating window instead of just reducing their calorie intake. The trial enrolled 47 women ages 50–79 who were overweight or obese

HEALTH NEWS   Berberine Shows Beneficial Effects on Metabolic Health, Study Reports Cooperation beats selfishness more often than scientists thought Sleep Disorders Don’t Just Exhaust You. New Research Shows They Change Your Brain Two Hours of Strength Training Weekly Linked to Lower Heart Attack Risk in Women, Study Finds Planetary Health Diet lowers cardiovascular risk in older women     Berberine Shows Beneficial Effects on Metabolic Health, Study Reports Peking Union Medical College (China), July 24 2026 (Natural News)     A review published in the journal Molecules has summarized evidence indicating that berberine, a compound found in several plants, may influence glucose and lipid metabolism. According to the review, berberine has been associated with improvements in metabolic health markers across multiple studies. The compound is a yellow alkaloid extracted from plants such as European barberry, goldenseal, goldthread, Oregon grape, and tree turmeric. The review cited evidence that berberine may reduce blood glucose levels and improve insulin sensitivity, according to clinical trials. A systematic review of seven randomized clinical trials from China published in Nutrients revealed that berberine consistently alters the composition of gut bacteria in patients taking the supplement, and the analysis examined data across conditions including Type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, and colorectal adenoma. Lipid panel improvements, including lower total cholesterol and triglycerides, were also reported in the reviewed studies.   Cooperation beats selfishness more often than scientists thought Hebrew University of Jerusalem & Rutgers University, July 20 2026 (Eureaklert)  For decades, one of the most influential ideas in evolutionary biology has suggested that when individuals act purely in their own self-interest, cooperation should eventually collapse. But a new study by the Hebrew University of Jerusalem and Rutgers University demonstrates that evolution may be far more optimistic than previously believed. Their findings reveal that cooperation does not require close family ties, reputation, repeated favors, or rigid social structures. Instead, cooperation can flourish simply because individuals respond differently to different opponents. The research proposes a new solution to one of biology's oldest puzzles: how cooperation survives in a world shaped by natural selection. Using mathematical models, evolutionary simulations, and populations of artificial intelligence agents, the researchers found that cooperation consistently evolved when individuals adjusted their willingness to cooperate according to whom they encountered. Rather than treating everyone identically, simple opponent-specific responses created stable communities in which cooperative behavior repeatedly outperformed purely selfish strategies. Perhaps the study's most surprising finding is that cooperative societies are not fragile exceptions. Across thousands of simulations, populations repeatedly evolved toward highly cooperative states, while purely selfish populations often failed to dominate. Even when mutations introduced new defectors, cooperative communities remained remarkably resilient.   Sleep Disorders Don’t Just Exhaust You. New Research Shows They Change Your Brain Florida International University, July 26, 2026 (SciTech Daily) A poor night’s sleep can affect far more than energy the next day. Research from Florida International University links sleep disorders with structural differences in brain regions that help control attention, motivation and decision-making. Published in the journal Scientific Reports, the findings provide one of the broadest comparisons yet of how different sleep disorders are associated with the brain.  The researchers compared two broad categories. Dyssomnias, such as insomnia and sleep apnea, interfere with falling asleep or remaining asleep. Parasomnias, including sleepwalking, nightmare d

HEALTH NEWS   Curcumin shows the best balance against cancer, study shows First trial confirms swimming reduces disability from chronic back pain Nanoplastics in Drinking Water May Be Making Dangerous Bacteria Stronger, New Study Warns Kids remember veggie scents from womb, study finds Watermelon Contains Compounds Linked to Cardiovascular and Metabolic Health, Studies Show   Curcumin shows the best balance against cancer, study shows Wroclaw Medical University (Poland), July 22 2026 (News-Medical) Curcumin, berberine, and other plant-derived compounds have long attracted scientific interest because of their anti-inflammatory and anticancer properties. A new study by researchers from Wroclaw Medical University, however, shows that not all natural compounds act in the same way, and strong anticancer activity does not always go hand in hand with a good safety profile. The researchers compared five compounds: curcumin, berberine, biochanin A, cucurbitacin E, and CAPE (caffeic acid phenethyl ester), a component of propolis. They investigated how these substances affected fibrosarcoma cells and healthy muscle cells. The study focused on the NF-κB signaling pathway, which regulates inflammation, metabolism, cell survival, and cellular aging. The tested compounds disrupted mitochondrial function, reducing the cancer cells’ ability to produce energy. In fibrosarcoma cells, ATP levels decreased by approximately 83–92%, compared with reductions of around 23–73% in healthy muscle cells. This suggests that cancer cells are more vulnerable to disturbances in energy metabolism. The compounds also affected mitophagy, the process responsible for removing damaged mitochondria. All five compounds induced features of cellular senescence in fibrosarcoma cells. In this state, cells remain alive but permanently lose their ability to divide. The strongest effect was observed with curcumin. The proportion of senescent cancer cells increased from approximately 16.5% to more than 75%. For the other compounds, the percentage exceeded 66% as well. Healthy muscle cells generally showed a weaker response, suggesting a degree of selectivity towards cancer cells.   First trial confirms swimming reduces disability from chronic back pain Macquarie University, July 21 2026 (Eurekalert)   Australian research has shown for the first time that a program of swimming can be clinically effective in reducing disability from chronic low back pain.  Publishedin the British Journal of Sports Medicine, the clinical trial found an eight-week individualised program of swimming and education, guided by a physiotherapist, improved function and pain significantly more than education alone in people with back pain.  The researchers recruited 76 adults aged 26 to 74 (average 41 years) who were experiencing some disability due to low back pain lasting for at least 12 weeks and allocated them at random to one of two groups. One group received an eight-week individualised program of swimming and education, supported by four telehealth coaching sessions with a physiotherapist. They weren’t regular swimmers, but they were able to swim 25 metres and feel confident in the water.  The swimming programme was based on a goal of achieving three sessions of 30-45 minutes by the end of the eight weeks.  After eight weeks, disability was significantly lower in the swimming group.  They improved by about 50 per cent from where they were before starting the program. Compared to the control group who received education only, swimmers scored on average 2.5 points or 30 per cent lower on a widely used disability scale.     Nanoplastics in Drinking Water May Be Making Dangerous Bacteria Stronger, New Study Warns Virginia Tech University, July 21 2026 (Natural News) A study published in the journal Water Research found that nanoplastics, tiny plastic particles invisible to the naked eye, can increase the mechanical strength of bacterial biofilms and m

HEALTH NEWS The humble garnish that fights cancer: New science reveals parsley’s potent secretBirdsong and walks in the forest tied to significant mental health benefitsFrequent cannabis users wake with higher cortisol levels, study findsNicotinamide riboside chloride: A potent neuroprotector and therapeutic candidate for alcohol-induced cognitive impairmentRepeatedly losing and gaining weight may accelerate muscle loss

HEALTH NEWS   Analysis of 82 Trials Shows Black Seed May Improve Cardiovascular Risk Markers New Study Reveals Herpesvirus Infection May Accelerate Alzheimer’s Disease Favorable lifestyle factors reduce dementia risk across key genetic profiles People are living longer, but spending more years in poor health Imbalances in the oral microbiome linked to symptomatic hand osteoarthritis       Analysis of 82 Trials Shows Black Seed May Improve Cardiovascular Risk Markers Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences (Iran), July 21 2026 (Natural News)     A pooled analysis of 82 randomized controlled trials involving 5,026 adults has found that supplementation with Nigella sativa, commonly known as black seed or black cumin, is associated with improvements in multiple cardiovascular risk markers.   The meta-analysis, published in the journal Pharmacological Research, was conducted by researchers from several Iranian universities. The analysis used a GRADE-assessed, dose-response method to evaluate the effects of black seed compared with placebo or standard care.   According to the study, black seed supplementation led to significant reductions in body weight, body mass index, waist circumference, and body fat percentage. The analysis noted that daily amounts used in most trials ranged from 1 to 3 grams of ground black seed or 1 to 3 milliliters of black seed oil. According to the researchers, one teaspoon of ground black seed contains roughly 4 grams, meaning a single daily teaspoon stirred into food falls within the range used in studies. For those who prefer oil, a half teaspoon delivers close to 2 milliliters. The researchers emphasized that consistency, rather than a large single dose, appears to drive positive results.   New Study Reveals Herpesvirus Infection May Accelerate Alzheimer’s Disease Cardiff University (UK), July 21, 2026 (SciTech Daily) In a new study, researchers found that herpesvirus infection intensified memory problems and other Alzheimer’s-related changes in mice already vulnerable to the disease. The damage appeared to be driven not simply by the virus itself, but by the immune system’s prolonged attempt to control it. Herpesviruses are a large family that includes viruses associated with cold sores, childhood infections, and glandular fever. After the initial illness passes, some can remain dormant inside the body and reactivate later, repeatedly drawing the immune system into action. Scientists results suggest that T cells, immune cells that identify and attack infected cells, can enter the brain during herpesvirus infection and accelerate cognitive decline. Following infection, large numbers of immune cells moved into the brain. Most were CD8+ T cells that specifically recognized the virus, showing that they had entered the tissue as part of the body’s attempt to contain the infection. Similar T cells have previously been found in the brains and spinal fluid of people with Alzheimer’s disease, although their exact role has remained uncertain. The results indicate that a virus-driven immune response can actively speed the progression of Alzheimer’s-like disease rather than merely appearing alongside it.     Favorable lifestyle factors reduce dementia risk across key genetic profiles     Kyushu University (Japan), June 5 2026 (News-Medical) With dementia cases expected to nearly triple worldwide by 2050, researchers are increasingly focused on identifying ways to prevent or delay the disease. While lifestyle and health-related factors, such as blood pressure control and physical activity, influence dementia risk, genetics also play a major role. Currently, it is unclear if maintaining a favorable lifestyle reduces dementia risk equally across different genetic backgrounds. A new study led by Kyushu University examines whether favorable modifiable risk factors (mRF)-behaviors or conditions that people can change or control-can lower dementia risk even among individuals wi

Gary reads Part 2  of his latest essay "How to Live An Illuminated Life"  you can read the whole article on Gary Null Substack  https://garynull.substack.com/p/how-to-live-an-illuminated-life

HEALTH NEWS   Ginger Induces Leukemia Cell Suicide Researchers Warn Rising CO₂ May Already Be Changing Human Blood Chemistry Hourly Walking Breaks of 5 Minutes Can Mitigate Harms of Prolonged Sitting, Study Finds Heavy TV watching associated with smaller brain structures, study finds Study: Microplastics in Blood Linked to Severe Heart Attacks   Gary reads Part 1 of his latest essay "How to Live An Illuminated Life"  you can read the whole article on Gary Null Substack  https://garynull.substack.com/p/how-to-live-an-illuminated-life

Gary reads the second part of his article "Stop Living Life in Duality" you can read the full article on Gary Null Substack. If you like what you are reading, please subscribe because you'll get access to Gary's long essays, healthy recipes and inspiring self empowering videos and documentaries. https://garynull.substack.com/p/stop-living-a-life-of-duality

Gary reads his latest article https://garynull.substack.com/p/stop-living-a-life-of-duality

HEALTH NEWS -Watching nature videos can help relieve stress, study finds-Study Finds Pesticide Residues in Infant Formula, Researchers Cite Health Risks-Dementia risk may also be reduced through diet-Going to the cinema, theater or a museum may slow down physiological aging-New Wearable Patch Boosts REM Sleep Without Drugs or Surgery

Gary Null reads the second part of his essay How Tens of Millions Of American Jobs Were Deliberately Destroyed Since The 1970s. You can read the full article on Gary Null Substack https://garynull.substack.com/p/how-tens-of-millions-of-american

How Tens of Millions Of American Jobs Were Deliberately Destroyed Since The 1970s - you can read the full article on Gary Null Substack. https://garynull.substack.com/p/how-tens-of-millions-of-american

HEALTH NEWS   Your Daily Orange Juice Could Have an Unexpected Health Benefit  The Hectic Modern World Is Shredding Your Little Cave Man Brain, Scientists Confirm  Sniffing chocolate scent boosts leg workout performance without extra effort  Both synthetic and organic tampons found to leach hormone-disrupting chemicals, study shows  Review Identifies 16 Medicinal Plants With Potential Antidiabetic Effects

Is Our Educational System AnExistential Threat to Students’ Future? By Gary Null PhD Recently I watched a video on the YouTube channel A Homestead Journey called“Teachers Are DONE & Speak Out — Something Is Very Wrong With America’s Youth.”I believe the title is only partially correct. Something is indeed very wrong with a smallportion of America’s youth. But the youth are not the disease. They are the symptom.What is actually wrong is how some people are parenting.    You can read the full article on Gary Null Substack - https://garynull.substack.com/p/i-cant-do-it-alone-can-you-help-me

HEALTH NEWS -Mediterranean diet is associated with better psychological well-being, study suggests-Speaking another language could slow aging in the brain-Higher blood glucose levels linked to faster brain aging-New conceptual model links sacred moments to clinician well-being-Just one exposure to cocaine alters mouse brain cells for two weeks

Gary reads the second part of his essay Is Our Educational System An Existential Threat to Students’ Future?

Part 1 of Is Our Educational System An Existential Threat to Students’ Future?,  you can read the full article on Gary Null Substack - https://garynull.substack.com/p/is-our-educational-system-an-existential?utm_source=activity_item

HEALTH NEWS   Melatonin may safely reduce chronic musculoskeletal pain, study finds Study: Nordic Walking Reduces Depression Symptoms Within Weeks Connection or compulsion: How smartphones can deepen depression in older adults This Popular Workout Supplement May Give Cancer Immunotherapy a Big Boost Probiotic metabolite found to suppress melanoma tumor growth in mice   Melatonin may safely reduce chronic musculoskeletal pain, study finds University of Sydney, June 30 2026 (News-Medical) A sleep supplement widely used to treat insomnia could help reduce reliance on some of the most common and potentially harmful pain medications, new research from the University of Sydney suggests.  Published in PAIN, the study found melatonin can reduce chronic musculoskeletal pain with effects in a similar range to medications such as opioids, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and paracetamol.  The study analyzed data from 2028 adults across 23 randomised controlled trials conducted in countries including the United States, Russia, Brazil, Egypt and China. Participants included people with conditions such as low back pain, osteoarthritis and fibromyalgia, as well as those recovering from surgeries including joint replacements and spinal procedures.  On average, the study found that melatonin reduced pain by around nine points on a 0-100 scale, with the most rigorous trials showing reductions closer to 10 points, a similar magnitude to widely used pain medications. Across the trials, the dose and timing of melatonin varied depending on the condition and setting. For chronic musculoskeletal pain, doses typically ranged from 3 to 10 mg, with 3 mg per day the most commonly used. For postoperative pain, doses ranged from 1 to 10 mg, with 5 to 6 mg most common. Melatonin was generally taken at bedtime or up to one hour before sleep.     Study: Nordic Walking Reduces Depression Symptoms Within Weeks Université Grenoble Alpes (France), July 1 2026 (Natural News)   A randomized controlled trial published in the Journal of Affective Disorders found that supervised Nordic walking significantly reduced depression symptoms in adults with moderate to severe depression. The most pronounced improvements occurred within the first five weeks of the 10-week program, according to researchers. The study enrolled 64 adults, with 48 assigned to Nordic walking and 16 to a non-active control group.   The findings challenge the commonly cited three-month timeframe for exercise benefits on depression. A secondary analysis examined whether participants with severe depression responded differently than those with moderate symptoms. According to the study, Nordic walking is a low-impact activity that engages the upper and lower body using poles, similar to cross-country skiing. The Nordic walking group showed significantly greater reductions in depression symptoms compared to the control group over the full 10 weeks. The largest reduction occurred from baseline to week five, with a large effect size; improvements from week five to week ten were smaller and not statistically significant. Participants with severe depression at baseline experienced even larger and faster improvements in the first five weeks, according to the secondary analysis.   Connection or compulsion: How smartphones can deepen depression in older adults Rutgers University, July 1 2026 (Eurekalert)   Compulsive smartphone habits in older adults can be linked to a higher risk of depression, according to a study led by a Rutgers researcher.  Researchers said their findings raised concerns that technology widely promoted to build connections can instead deepen late-life isolation: While mobile devices can be invaluable lifelines, their impact on mental health depends heavily on the way people use them. A critical distinction, the researchers said, is whether someone uses technology to actively engage with the world or to withdraw. The study, published

HEALTH NEWS Anti-inflammatory diet could reduce dementia risk by 31%, major study showsAnalysis shows artificial sweeteners may harm adult metabolism functionCould marigolds be the next superfood?Lifelong learning outperforms Alzheimer’s drugs, study findsNatural bioactive compounds target miR-29a molecule to prevent cancer development   Helen Buyniski joins Gary to discuss her latest piece Wikipedia's Monopoly on the Truth which you can read on Gary Null Substack - https://garynull.substack.com/p/wikipedias-monopoly-on-truth

HEALTH NEWS   Blueberries may boost children's memory and mood Slow Breathing Can Rewire Your Brain and Change the Choices You Make Two weeks of focused journaling could mean months of depression relief in young adult Common Nutrients Could Make Alzheimer’s Treatments Safer and More Effective Fat tissue could explain triple negative breast cancer spread—and point to treatments

HEALTH NEWS Longer breastfeeding links to fewer ADHD symptoms in childrenAsparagus emerges as a metabolic ally in blood sugar managementThis “Fake” Pill Improved Memory and Physical Performance in Just 3 WeeksA night without sleep alters neural connections in human brainsMidlife strength training linked to lower diabetes risk   Latest Article on Substack: https://garynull.substack.com/p/finding-security-in-an-insecure-world

HEALTH NEWS   Nuts hold key minerals, but digestion unlocks only part of them Scientists Say a Daily Probiotic May Help Fight Depression in Older Adults Do Collagen Supplements Really Work? Massive New Study Reveals the Truth EWG’s Dirty Dozen Guide to Food  Regular arts and physical activity linked to slower aging

The Gary Null Show - 6-25-26

How To Heal A Broken Heart A New Approach to Overcoming Depression, Anxiety and other emotional Conditions of Life. https://garynull.substack.com/p/how-to-heal-a-broken-heart

Gary reads a portion of his essay - I'm Not Depressed, Are You? The essay will be posted on Substack later this week. You can subscribe and check out additional articles, clips and recipes on Gary Null Substack. https://garynull.substack.com/

The Lies We Live With Yet The Truths We Must Face - you can read the full article on Gary Null Substack https://garynull.substack.com/p/the-lies-we-live-with-yet-the-truths

Gary does his latest on Health and Healing. Make sure to check out Gary Null Substack for his latest articles, recipes and Mastering Life Videos. https://garynull.substack.com/

On today's Health and Healing:    Gary talks about the proper way of cleaning fruit.

Gary reads his latest commentary - How to Overcome Our Crisis. You can read the full article on Gary Null Substack.  https://garynull.substack.com/p/how-to-overcome-all-of-our-crisis

You can read part 2 of Is Your Psychiatrist Insane -  https://garynull.substack.com/p/is-your-psychiatrist-insane

IS YOUR PSYCHIATRIST INSANE? - You can read the full article on Gary Null Substack https://garynull.substack.com/p/is-your-psychiatrist-insane

HEALTH NEWS   Study links low vitamin C levels in the blood plasma to reduced brain connectivity Study: Tart Cherry Supplementation Alters Muscle Protein Profile After Exercise Socioeconomic factors may leave more lasting imprint on children's brains than IQ or parenting style Fasting-mimicking diet reduces gum disease inflammation Low blood pressure shows strongest link to Alzheimer's disease   Study links low vitamin C levels in the blood plasma to reduced brain connectivity Hirosaki University (Japan), June 10 2026 (News-Medical) Previous research has uncovered associations between diets higher in vitamin C and lower risk of cognitive impairment in older adults. However, few studies have looked directly at vitamin C levels in blood plasma and potential associations with brain structure and connectivity within brain networks. To help fill that gap, Nagaya and colleagues analyzed magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scans and plasma vitamin C levels of 2,044 adults over the age of 64. Specifically, they measured the volume of each participant's gray and white brain matter (accounting for individual differences in total brain volume between participants). They also evaluated connectivity within the default mode network, which is associated with several cognitive functions, such as attention and autobiographical memory. After statistically accounting for other factors the researchers found that participants with lower plasma vitamin C levels tended to have lower gray matter volume, as well as lower connectivity within the default mode network. These findings suggest the possibility that optimal levels of vitamin C in blood plasma could potentially support cognitive function and counteract cognitive decline. However, the findings do not confirm any such cause-effect relationship between vitamin C levels and brain health.   Study: Tart Cherry Supplementation Alters Muscle Protein Profile After Exercise University of Exeter (UK), June 11 2026 (Natural News) Researchers recruited 34 healthy, recreationally active young men and assigned them to receive either a placebo, a low-dose tart cherry concentrate, or a high-dose tart cherry supplement, according to the study report. Participants consumed their assigned supplement for seven days before completing a muscle-damaging workout and continued supplementation for three days afterward, for a total intervention of 10 days. The study found that tart cherry supplementation significantly altered the muscle's protein profile following exercise-induced damage. Changes were observed in proteins involved in muscle structure, contraction, cellular repair processes, and immune-cell activity within muscle tissue. These findings suggest that tart cherry polyphenols may influence the way muscles respond to and recover from the stress of exercise. Researchers also detected significant increases in hippuric acid, a compound produced when gut microbes break down polyphenols from tart cherries and other plant foods. Participants with higher levels of hippuric acid tended to maintain better muscle function following exercise-induced damage.   Socioeconomic factors may leave more lasting imprint on children's brains than IQ or parenting style Washington University in St. Louis, June 11 2026 (Medical Xpress) After analyzing hundreds of biological, psychological, social and environmental factors related to children's development, researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis found that a family's financial situation and the resources and opportunities in a child's neighborhood had the strongest connection to brain development. Socioeconomic factors accounted for about 16% of the variability in measures of children's brain function—far more than IQ, parenting style and health history.  As part of the study, the researchers analyzed brain scans from nearly 12,000 children ages 9 to 10 to see how a child's environment, health and regular activities are related to

HEALTH NEWS   Ginger Supplementation Reduces Muscle Soreness, Review Finds Artificially sweetened and sugar-sweetened beverage intake and risk of liver cancer Plant-based quinoa burgers reduce post-meal blood sugar spikes Sleep and exercise may curb heart risk from mutant white blood cells Pregnant women may reduce key health risk through less sitting, more light exercise     Ginger Supplementation Reduces Muscle Soreness, Review Finds Old Dominion University, June 4 2026 (Natural News)     A review published in Nutrition Reviews found that consuming 2 grams of ginger daily for 11 consecutive days before exercise reduced delayed-onset muscle soreness (DOMS) by 23% to 25%.   The review examined multiple placebo-controlled studies and found that single doses taken just before exercise did not produce significant pain reduction, but consistent daily intake over the 11-day period yielded measurable results.   DOMS typically occurs 24 to 72 hours after exercise and is a common reason individuals skip subsequent workouts. In two placebo-controlled studies reviewed, participants consumed 2 grams of either raw or heat-treated ginger daily for 11 days before performing eccentric exercise, which lengthens muscles under tension. The effective dose identified in the review was 2 grams per day, roughly equivalent to one teaspoon of fresh grated ginger.   Artificially sweetened and sugar-sweetened beverage intake and risk of liver cancer Yale University, National Cancer Institute, Boston University, June 10 2026 (Eurekalert) Are artificially sweetened beverage (ASB) and sugar-sweetened beverage (SSB) intakes associated with risk of liver cancer overall and by subtype (hepatocellular carcinoma [HCC] and intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma [ICC])? In this pooled analysis of 11 prospective cohort studies comprising 1,518,411 adults, SSB intake per 1-beverage/day increment was associated with increased risk of HCC and ICC, whereas ASB intake was not associated with liver cancer overall or by subtype. There was no evidence of effect modification by diabetes status.     Plant-based quinoa burgers reduce post-meal blood sugar spikes Federal University of Golas (Brazil), June 10 2026 (News-Medical) A study published in ACS Nutrition Science suggests that a plant-based burger made from baru pulp and red quinoa could reduce post-meal blood glucose responses in healthy adults. Red quinoa (Chenopodium quinoa Willd.) is a pseudocereal that is rich in protein, fiber, and micronutrients. It provide spolyphenols that have been shown to slow gastric emptying and overall digestion, and may reduce enzymatic degradation of carbohydrates in the gut. This would influence the rate at which glucose is absorbed into the bloodstream after a meal, altering the GI. The authors of this pilot study examined GI in a small sample of eight volunteers after consuming two plant-based burgers: one made with baru pulp and red quinoa, and the other with red quinoa alone.  All three foods produced their highest blood glucose levels 30 minutes after consumption. The glucose reference food generated the largest peak at 174 mg/dL, while the baru pulp–red quinoa and red quinoa burgers reached substantially lower peaks of 118 mg/dL and 120 mg/dL, respectively. By 120 minutes, blood glucose levels had declined in all groups. Compared with the glucose reference, both plant-based burgers caused only modest increases in blood glucose relative to fasting levels: 15.5% for the red quinoa burger and 18% for the baru pulp–red quinoa burger.   Sleep and exercise may curb heart risk from mutant white blood cells Mount Sinai Hospital, June 10. 2026 (Medical Xpress) Healthy sleep and regular exercise can work to counteract genetic mutations in white blood cells that are associated with cardiovascular disease and are most common among older people, Mount Sinai researchers have found. In a study published in Nature, the team reported for the first time that sufficient sl

Gary Null breaks down the idea of intersectionality : the complex, cumulative way in which the effects of multiple forms of discrimination (such as racism, sexism, and classism) combine, overlap, or intersect especially in the experiences of marginalized individuals or groups[Kimberlé] Crenshaw introduced the theory of intersectionality, the idea that when it comes to thinking about how inequalities persist, categories like gender, race, and class are best understood as overlapping and mutually constitutive rather than isolated and distinct. Key ConceptsOverlapping Identities: A person's identity is multidimensional. You cannot separate a person's race from their gender, socioeconomic status, or sexual orientation.Compounding Inequality: Instead of simply adding different forms of discrimination together (e.g., sexism plus racism), these overlapping factors can create an entirely unique and often magnified form of oppression or disadvantage.Context Matters: Intersectionality helps analyze how societal structures and power dynamics interact with an individual's specific identities in varying situations

When A False Ideology Becomes Your Truth - you can read the full article on Gary Null Substack https://garynull.substack.com/publish/posts/detail/201318571?referrer=%2Fpublish%2Fposts%2Fpublished

Why Do Good People Do Bad Things And Expect A Good Outcome? - You can read the full article on Gary Null Substack - https://garynull.substack.com/p/why-do-good-people-do-bad-things

Gary reads his latest commentary - Becoming the Architect of Your Life. You can read the full article on Gary Null Substack -- https://garynull.substack.com/p/becoming-the-architect-of-your-love

WHAT’S LOVE GOT TO DO WITH IT? - Everything    You can read the entire commentary or watch it on Gary Null Substack https://garynull.substack.com/p/whats-love-got-to-do-with-it-everything-914

Is Math Racist?  The War on Numbers and How It’s  Impacting An Entire Generation ofStudents, Teachers and Reason. By Gary Null, PhD   You can read the full article on Gary Null Substack https://garynull.substack.com/p/is-math-racist

Richard Gale joins Gary on today's program and discuss a recent clip by Lebanese-American activist Brigette Gabriel

HOW TO CHOOSE THE RIGHTLESSONS FOR YOUR LIFE - You can read the full article on Gary Null Substack https://garynull.substack.com/p/how-to-choose-the-right-lessons-for

Read the latest essay - https://garynull.substack.com/p/discovering-our-authentic-self

HOW TO EMBRACE YOUR PASSION - you can read the full article on Gary Null Substack https://garynull.substack.com/p/how-to-embrace-your-passion   Note: The program is cut short due to a technical problem with the live portion of the show

I NEED TO CHANGE MY LIFE,  I JUST DON’T KNOW HOW - you can read the full article or watch the full essay on Gary Null Substack  https://garynull.substack.com/p/i-need-to-change-my-life-i-just-dont

STOP MASTERING YOUR DYSFUNCION, LIBERATE YOUR AUTHENTIC SELF - you can read the full article on Gary Null Substack - https://garynull.substack.com/p/war-on-cancer-a-long-days-dying

Gary starts off the program with Health and Healing, then plays very important clips about Ai Data Centers from the Jimmy Dore Show, followed by clips of Tucker Carlson discussing the US relations with Israel.

Gary talks about the on going issues with the Teenage Takeover trend that's been terrorizing cities across the country. He talks about it in his new article HOW TO OVERCOME ADDICTIVE BEHAVIOR which you can read in full on Gary Null Substack https://garynull.substack.com/p/how-to-overcome-addictive-behavior

Gary reads his essay You Have Enlighten, Now Use It, you can read the rest of the article on Gary Null Substack - https://garynull.substack.com/p/you-have-enlightenment-now-use-it

Gary reads Part 2 of Happiness In The Age Of Illusion and discusses the dangers of AI with a clip by Ed Zintron.    You can read the full article on Happiness In The Age of Illusion on Gary Null Substack  https://garynull.substack.com/p/happiness-in-the-age-of-illusion

Gary reads part of his essay titled "Happiness is An Illusion" you can read the rest of the article on Gary Null Substack with tons of other essays and articles  https://garynull.substack.com/p/happiness-in-the-age-of-illusion

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You Deserve A Beautiful Life Part 2 - you can read the rest of the article on Gary Null Substack https://garynull.substack.com/p/you-deserve-a-beautiful-life

YOU DESERVE A BEAUTIFUL LIFEOn Presence, Flow, and the Courage to Be Yourself by Gary Null, PhD “The soul becomes dyed with the color of its thoughts.” — Marcus Aurelius    You can read the rest of the article on https://substack.com/@garynull/note/p-197521096?r=zchpo&utm_source=notes-share-action&utm_medium=web

Part 2 of Brother Can You Spare A Dime - you can read the full article on Gary Null Substack  - https://garynull.substack.com/p/brother-can-you-spare-a-dime-part-462

Brother Can You Spare A Dime - you can read part 1 on Gary Null Substack - https://garynull.substack.com/p/brother-can-you-spare-a-dime-part

Choosing Joy - A preview of the next Progressive Commentary Hour

Gary plays his lecture "There's No Stopping Us Now" from his Mastering Life Series    You can watch the full lecture on Gary Null Substack - https://garynull.substack.com/p/gary-null-theres-no-stopping-us-now

THE KEY TO YOUR OWN PRISON DOOR  An Introduction to Eating as an Act of Liberation by Gary Null, PhD “Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food.” — Hippocrates    You can read the full article on Gary Null Substack - https://garynull.substack.com/p/the-key-to-your-own-prison-door?r=zchpo

What Is Bliss? What is bliss? Supreme joy, unencumbered. What prevents us from embracing it?Turmoil. Our conditioned responses, including fear, that make us biased andhypercritical. Younger children know bliss all the time, without seeking it, because theirconditioning is still minimal. As adults, it may be difficult for us to experience blissbecause we are polluted with prejudices, preconceived notions, guilt, and mistrust, all ofwhich obscure joy. So clear a path for profound appreciation that transcendsunderstanding. Do not limit yourself. Contribute. Some of us find bliss helping in a soupkitchen. Discover what brings you that peace and contentment.

THE FIRST STEP TO LIVING A COMPLETE LIFE IS KNOWING WHAT DOESN’T BELONG IN IT. - PART 1   On Letting Go, Living in the Moment, and Recovering What Was Always Ours - Gary Null -PhD    You can read the rest of the article on Gary Null's Substack https://garynull.substack.com/p/the-first-step-to-living-a-complete

Dementia, derived from the Latin word meaning "irrationality," refers to a collection of symptoms stemming from alterations in how the brain works, which directly affects our memory, cognitive faculties, and daily activities. While it can occur at any age, it's far more common among older adults, where it's sometimes known as senile dementia.    You can read the rest of the article on Gary Null's Substack - https://garynull.substack.com/p/dementia   Become a paid subscriber to Gary Null's Substack to get access to the latest award winning documentaries

How To Live A Conscious Life: An Introduction to the Life We Have Been Avoiding   The Question We Keep Postponing At what point in our lives do we stop? At what point do we turn off the distractions —the screens, the notifications, the relentless noise of a culture engineered to preventreflection — and ask ourselves the only questions that actually matter: What is thepurpose and meaning of my life? Am I honoring that purpose and meaning? And wheredo I begin to question which pieces of this puzzle do not make sense to me?   You can read the full article on Gary Null Substack -How To Live A Conscious Life

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