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Eating blueberries promotes better cardiometabolic health www.sciencedaily.com/releases/202...
New review finds wild blueberries support heart and gut health
A sweeping scientific review highlights wild blueberries as a standout food for cardiometabolic health. The strongest evidence shows improvements in blood vessel function, with encouraging signs for b...
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January 30, 2026 at 3:34 PM
Eating blueberries promotes better cardiometabolic health www.sciencedaily.com/releases/202...
Solutions for Postpartum Depletion with Dr. Lauren Davis youtu.be/0CmZStNi6cA?...
Solutions for Postpartum Depletion with Dr. Lauren Davis: Rational Wellness Podcast 447
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January 28, 2026 at 4:27 PM
Solutions for Postpartum Depletion with Dr. Lauren Davis youtu.be/0CmZStNi6cA?...
Roasted coffee contains three newly identified diterpine esters that inhibit α-glucosidase, an enzyme that plays a central role in breaking down carbohydrates during digestion, which benefits diabetics www.sciencedaily.com/releases/202...
Newly discovered coffee compounds beat diabetes drug in lab tests
Roasted coffee may do more than wake you up—it could help control blood sugar. Researchers discovered several new coffee compounds that inhibit α-glucosidase, a key enzyme linked to type 2 diabetes. S...
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January 27, 2026 at 1:15 PM
Roasted coffee contains three newly identified diterpine esters that inhibit α-glucosidase, an enzyme that plays a central role in breaking down carbohydrates during digestion, which benefits diabetics www.sciencedaily.com/releases/202...
Thiamine, vitamin B1, may play a significant role in modulating gut motility www.sciencedaily.com/releases/202...
A common vitamin could influence bathroom frequency
Scientists studying genetic data from over a quarter million people have uncovered new clues about what controls how fast the gut moves. They identified multiple DNA regions linked to bowel movement f...
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January 27, 2026 at 12:51 PM
Thiamine, vitamin B1, may play a significant role in modulating gut motility www.sciencedaily.com/releases/202...
A new analysis shows that individuals w/the highest plasma omega‐3 levels were the least likely to develop AFIB and fish oil supplement users had no increase in Atrial Fibrillation, contradicting a previous report linking such use with a higher risk of AF www.ahajournals.org/doi/full/10....
Associations Between Plasma Omega‐3 and Fish Oil Use With Risk of Atrial Fibrillation in the UK Biobank | Journal of the American Heart Association
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January 26, 2026 at 4:03 PM
A new analysis shows that individuals w/the highest plasma omega‐3 levels were the least likely to develop AFIB and fish oil supplement users had no increase in Atrial Fibrillation, contradicting a previous report linking such use with a higher risk of AF www.ahajournals.org/doi/full/10....
Artificial sweeteners are associated with increased cognitive decline www.neurology.org/doi/10.1212/...
Association Between Consumption of Low- and No-Calorie Artificial Sweeteners and Cognitive Decline | Neurology
Background and ObjectivesConsumption of low- and no-calorie sweeteners (LNCSs) has been associated with adverse
health outcomes. However, little is known about the association between consumption
of L...
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January 26, 2026 at 12:15 PM
Artificial sweeteners are associated with increased cognitive decline www.neurology.org/doi/10.1212/...
Methionine, the amino acid often maligned as a cancer generator, is beneficial for immune function and kidney protection: www.cell.com/cell-metabol...
Dietary methionine mitigates immune-mediated damage by enhancing renal clearance of cytokines
Troha et al. found that dietary methionine enhances kidney filtration and promotes
urinary excretion of inflammatory cytokines during infection. By improving cytokine
clearance, this pathway mitigates...
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January 24, 2026 at 4:04 PM
Methionine, the amino acid often maligned as a cancer generator, is beneficial for immune function and kidney protection: www.cell.com/cell-metabol...
In this episode of Rational Wellness, Dr. Ben Weitz speaks with Dr. Sanjeev Goel about the science and clinical strategies behind longevity and biohacking. youtu.be/m763vMk3hh4?...
Advanced Biohacking & Longevity Strategies Clinicians Should Know with Dr. Sanjeev Goel: RWP 446
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January 22, 2026 at 9:59 PM
In this episode of Rational Wellness, Dr. Ben Weitz speaks with Dr. Sanjeev Goel about the science and clinical strategies behind longevity and biohacking. youtu.be/m763vMk3hh4?...
Eat more nuts! Regular consumption of nuts is associated with lower Cardiovascular Disease and Ischemic Heart Disease mortality. jn.nutrition.org/article/S002...
Nut Consumption and Risk of Cardiovascular Disease and Ischemic Heart Disease Mortality: The Adventist Health Study 2
Cardiovascular disease (CVD) and ischemic heart disease (IHD) are leading causes of
mortality worldwide. Nut consumption has been associated with reduced risk.
jn.nutrition.org
January 20, 2026 at 12:33 PM
Eat more nuts! Regular consumption of nuts is associated with lower Cardiovascular Disease and Ischemic Heart Disease mortality. jn.nutrition.org/article/S002...
A low FODMAP diet improves patients with IBS with diarrhea and also improves mast cell activation and leaky gut. www.gastrojournal.org/article/S001...
Low Fermentable Oligosaccharides, Disaccharides, Monosaccharides, and Polyols Diet Improves Colonic Barrier Function and Mast Cell Activation in Patients With Diarrhea-Predominant Irritable Bowel Synd...
A diet low in fermentable oligosaccharides, disaccharides, monosaccharides, and polyols
strengthened the gut barrier and stabilized activated mast cells seen in patients
with diarrhea-predominant infl...
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January 19, 2026 at 4:11 AM
A low FODMAP diet improves patients with IBS with diarrhea and also improves mast cell activation and leaky gut. www.gastrojournal.org/article/S001...
Both fish oil supplementation and omega 3 levels are associated with significantly less anxiety and depression jn.nutrition.org/article/S002...
Associations of Plasma Omega-3 Fatty Acid Levels and Reported Fish Oil Supplement Use with Depression and Anxiety: A Cross-Sectional Analysis from the United Kingdom Biobank
The role that marine omega-3 (n–3) polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs) may play in
reducing the risk for developing depression and/or anxiety is unclear.
jn.nutrition.org
January 17, 2026 at 3:22 PM
Both fish oil supplementation and omega 3 levels are associated with significantly less anxiety and depression jn.nutrition.org/article/S002...
Higher intake of natto and vitamin K are associated with decreased risk of AFIB in women. jn.nutrition.org/article/S002...
Association of Soy Foods, Soybeans, Isoflavones, and Vitamin K Intake and the Risk of Atrial Fibrillation: A Prospective Cohort Study
Recent findings have revealed that high soy food consumption may prevent cardiovascular
diseases. However, their role in preventing atrial fibrillation (AF) remains unexplored.
jn.nutrition.org
January 16, 2026 at 3:54 PM
Higher intake of natto and vitamin K are associated with decreased risk of AFIB in women. jn.nutrition.org/article/S002...
Curious about the connection between autoimmune conditions and gut health? Tune in to the newest episode of the Rational Wellness Podcast with special guest Dr. Taylor Krick. Learn more about managing chronic health conditions. youtu.be/OeMNgny0btA?...
Functional Medicine Approach to Autoimmunity with Dr. Taylor Krick: Rational Wellness Podcast 445
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January 15, 2026 at 5:44 PM
Curious about the connection between autoimmune conditions and gut health? Tune in to the newest episode of the Rational Wellness Podcast with special guest Dr. Taylor Krick. Learn more about managing chronic health conditions. youtu.be/OeMNgny0btA?...
Maternal nonanemic iron deficiency in early pregnancy was associated with low iron status at birth and worse language and motor outcomes at 2 y of age. jn.nutrition.org/.../S0022-31...
jn.nutrition.org
January 13, 2026 at 1:40 PM
Maternal nonanemic iron deficiency in early pregnancy was associated with low iron status at birth and worse language and motor outcomes at 2 y of age. jn.nutrition.org/.../S0022-31...
47% of homes in the US contain mold www.medscape.com/s/viewarticl...
A Hidden Health Crisis: Mold Growth in Homes
An estimated 47% of residential buildings in the US contain mold or dampness.
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January 12, 2026 at 4:42 AM
47% of homes in the US contain mold www.medscape.com/s/viewarticl...
Older Americans (~60%) are quitting GLP-1 drugs within a year due to costs, GI symptoms and the loss of muscle. kffhealthnews.org/news/article...
Older Americans Quit Weight Loss Drugs in Droves - KFF Health News
In some studies, half of patients stopped taking GLP-1s within a year despite the benefits, citing the expense and side effects.
kffhealthnews.org
January 11, 2026 at 11:59 AM
Older Americans (~60%) are quitting GLP-1 drugs within a year due to costs, GI symptoms and the loss of muscle. kffhealthnews.org/news/article...
Functional Medicine Lab Interpretation with Reed Davis youtu.be/RuJCyaPo6Bk?...
Functional Medicine Lab Interpretation with Reed Davis: Rational Wellness Podcast 444
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January 9, 2026 at 2:56 AM
Functional Medicine Lab Interpretation with Reed Davis youtu.be/RuJCyaPo6Bk?...
Here is a meta-analysis of the benefits of a ketogenic diet for cognitive function of patients with Alzheimer's Disease www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti...
Effects of ketogenic diet on cognitive function of patients with Alzheimer's disease: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Ketogenic diets (KD) have shown remarkable effects in many disease areas. It has been demonstrated in numerous animal experiments that KD is effective…
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January 6, 2026 at 1:15 PM
Here is a meta-analysis of the benefits of a ketogenic diet for cognitive function of patients with Alzheimer's Disease www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti...
Those who consumed the widest diversity of dietary flavonoids had a 6–20% significantly lower risk of all-cause mortality and incidence of cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, cancer, respiratory disease and neurodegenerative disease www.nature.com/articles/s43...
High diversity of dietary flavonoid intake is associated with a lower risk of all-cause mortality and major chronic diseases - Nature Food
The intake of polyphenolic compounds is part of a healthy diet, but the contribution of a diversity of flavonoids to health outcomes remains unknown. This study shows that participants in the UK Bioba...
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January 3, 2026 at 3:46 PM
Those who consumed the widest diversity of dietary flavonoids had a 6–20% significantly lower risk of all-cause mortality and incidence of cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, cancer, respiratory disease and neurodegenerative disease www.nature.com/articles/s43...
Exploring Advances in Spine Surgery with Dr. Amir Vokshoor youtu.be/OkPpWz9sge4?...
Spinal Disc Replacement Surgery with Dr. Amir Vokshoor: Rational Wellness Podcast 443
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January 1, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Exploring Advances in Spine Surgery with Dr. Amir Vokshoor youtu.be/OkPpWz9sge4?...
Depression and Anxiety are both linked to major adverse cardiac events, likely through stress-related neural activity www.ahajournals.org/doi/10.1161/...
American Heart Association Journals
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December 31, 2025 at 4:33 PM
Depression and Anxiety are both linked to major adverse cardiac events, likely through stress-related neural activity www.ahajournals.org/doi/10.1161/...
Heavy alcohol use is associated with worse cardiovascular health, but the American Heart Association is continuing the debate whether light drinking can be part of a healthy lifestyle, despite recent evidence that any alcohol is bad www.ahajournals.org/doi/10.1161/...
Alcohol Use and Cardiovascular Disease: A Scientific Statement From the American Heart Association | Circulation
Alcohol is one of the most commonly consumed substances in the world, exhibiting complex
relationships with multiple aspects of cardiovascular health and disease. The majority
of the research on the t...
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December 31, 2025 at 4:16 PM
Heavy alcohol use is associated with worse cardiovascular health, but the American Heart Association is continuing the debate whether light drinking can be part of a healthy lifestyle, despite recent evidence that any alcohol is bad www.ahajournals.org/doi/10.1161/...
At Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, an unusually high number of people had heart attacks or acute pulmonary illnesses during the 90 days after the wildfire onset, with a 46% increase in acute myocardial infarction www.jacc.org/doi/10.1016/...
Emergency Encounters for Illness During and After the Los Angeles Wildfires:
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December 31, 2025 at 4:00 PM
At Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, an unusually high number of people had heart attacks or acute pulmonary illnesses during the 90 days after the wildfire onset, with a 46% increase in acute myocardial infarction www.jacc.org/doi/10.1016/...
Melatonin and Pycnogenol both help to lower Myeloperoxidase (MPO), a marker of arterial inflammation that we measure to assess CVD risk www.ahajournals.org/doi/10.1161/...
Reduction of Myeloperoxidase Activity by Melatonin and Pycnogenol May Contribute to their Blood Pressure Lowering Effect | Hypertension
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December 27, 2025 at 7:58 PM
Melatonin and Pycnogenol both help to lower Myeloperoxidase (MPO), a marker of arterial inflammation that we measure to assess CVD risk www.ahajournals.org/doi/10.1161/...
New research indicates how the COVID vaccine can result in myocarditis and how genistein might help to blunt this effect (by inhibiting C-X-C motif chemokine ligand 10 (CXCL10) and interferon-γ (IFN-γ), which were identified as the drivers of the inflammation) www.science.org/doi/10.1126/...
Inhibition of CXCL10 and IFN-γ ameliorates myocarditis in preclinical models of SARS-CoV-2 mRNA vaccination
Preclinical models of SARS-CoV-2 vaccination revealed a targetable CXCL10–IFN-γ axis that drives cytokine-induced cardiac injury.
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December 27, 2025 at 7:10 PM
New research indicates how the COVID vaccine can result in myocarditis and how genistein might help to blunt this effect (by inhibiting C-X-C motif chemokine ligand 10 (CXCL10) and interferon-γ (IFN-γ), which were identified as the drivers of the inflammation) www.science.org/doi/10.1126/...