Lorenzo Bernardino, MD

24/10/2025

23/10/2025

TAKE CONTROL!!!!

Hunger is the first element of personal discipline. It's not just about enduring the emptiness of the stomach, but about resisting the body's most primitive impulse. Whoever can control what they eat can control their thoughts, emotions, and desires.

This is no coincidence: neuroscience studies, such as those from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, have shown that the same brain region that regulates appetite (the prefrontal cortex) also governs willpower, decision-making, and self-control.

In psychologist Walter Mischel's experiments, children who were able to resist eating a marshmallow achieved better academic, professional, and personal results years later. It wasn't magic; it was self-control.

Controlling hunger isn't a physical feat; it's a training of the spirit. It's about facing the most animal part of human beings and saying, "I decide when and how." Because if you can master the most basic need, you can also master any internal storm.

12/10/2025

https://newsroom.heart.org/news/micronanoplastics-found-in-artery-clogging-plaque-in-the-neck

🩸 There’s 51× more plastic in stroke patients’ arteries — and it’s reshaping how we think about heart disease.

A new study has uncovered alarming levels of microplastics and nanoplastics lodged deep within the blood vessels of people who suffered strokes or vision loss. Researchers from the University of New Mexico, led by Dr. Ross Clark, found that diseased carotid arteries contained up to 51 times more plastic than those from individuals without symptoms.

The discovery, presented at the American Heart Association Scientific Sessions, suggests that microplastics may be doing far more than polluting our oceans — they might be quietly infiltrating our bodies and fueling cardiovascular disease.

What’s especially concerning is that immune and stem cells within high-plastic plaque samples showed altered gene activity, including changes tied to inflammation and vascular instability. While the findings are preliminary and not yet peer-reviewed, they raise a powerful new question: are plastics not just environmental pollutants, but active participants in human disease?

The study adds to mounting evidence that microplastics—tiny fragments shed from packaging, clothing, and tires—can enter our bloodstream, cross biological barriers, and interfere with how our organs function. Scientists now say understanding their long-term effects on heart health is an urgent priority.

🔗 Source: American Heart Association News

10/10/2025

There is science here at work

04/10/2025

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03/10/2025

Backed up by science

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8944904/ #:~:text=This%20study%20showed%20that%20a,and%20insulin%20resistance%20(27)

Even dim night lights during sleep can interfere with the body’s glucose metabolism, according to a study published in PNAS. Researchers found that exposure to low light at night disrupts how the body regulates blood sugar, leading to higher glucose levels. Over time, this can increase the risk of insulin resistance, a key step toward type 2 diabetes. The study shows that even small changes in nighttime light exposure may have significant long-term health effects. These findings highlight the importance of sleeping in complete darkness to help protect metabolic health.

25/09/2025

Link to source of this article: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/09/250920214455.htm #:~:text=Duke%20University%20scientists%20have%20discovered,semaglutide%20(Ozempic%20and%20Wegovy).

Your pancreas has been secretly making Ozempic all along

Duke University scientists have discovered that pancreatic alpha cells, long believed to only produce glucagon, actually generate powerful amounts of GLP-1 — the same hormone mimicked by popular diabetes drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy. This groundbreaking discovery means your body has been producing its own version of the billion-dollar weight loss drug all along.

For decades, scientists thought alpha cells in the pancreas only made glucagon, a hormone that raises blood sugar. But this new research reveals these cells are actually dual-function powerhouses, simultaneously producing GLP-1, the appetite-suppressing hormone that pharmaceutical companies have been trying to replicate.

This discovery could revolutionize diabetes and obesity treatment. Instead of injecting synthetic versions of GLP-1, future therapies might focus on boosting your pancreas's natural production. The implications extend beyond weight loss – understanding how our bodies naturally regulate appetite could lead to treatments that work with, rather than against, our biological systems.

The research suggests that some people might naturally produce more GLP-1 than others, potentially explaining why some individuals maintain healthy weights more easily. This could lead to personalized medicine approaches, where treatments are tailored based on individual GLP-1 production levels.

*Source: Duke University via ScienceDaily*

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14/09/2025

Stress effects on the body
Stress affects all systems of the body including the musculoskeletal, respiratory, cardiovascular, endocrine, gastrointestinal, nervous, and reproductive systems. Read full article below

Stress affects all systems of the body including the musculoskeletal, respiratory, cardiovascular, endocrine, gastrointestinal, nervous, and reproductive systems.

31/08/2025

Pass it forward

I came across this illustration that stayed with me:

One candle lights another.
Then another.
And the first candle? Still burning.

In leadership and business, many people operate as if success is scarce...like recognition, growth, or opportunities diminish when shared.

But light doesn’t work that way.
The more you share it, the brighter the entire room becomes.
And often, people remember where the first spark came from.

It’s leverage.

- Mentorship builds loyalty.
- Collaboration multiplies impact.
- Referrals strengthen networks.

Remember:
Your influence grows strongest when your light becomes the reason others can see.

31/08/2025

This is the link to Dr. Victor Gura’s website.

https://drgura.com/wearable-artificial-kidney/

US develops wearable artificial kidney for chronic kidney disease patients

American bioengineers have unveiled a portable, wearable artificial kidney that allows patients with end-stage kidney disease to filter blood continuously outside the hospital. This device combines microfluidic membranes, nanofilters, and bioengineered enzymes in a compact system that attaches comfortably to the body.

Unlike traditional dialysis, which requires patients to spend hours hooked to machines, the wearable kidney operates 24/7, mimicking natural kidney function. Blood is filtered in real time, toxins are removed, and essential electrolytes are balanced continuously, dramatically improving patient health.

The device is powered by low-energy pumps and rechargeable batteries, designed for mobility and long-term use. Smart sensors monitor filtration efficiency, alerting patients or doctors to any malfunction instantly. This provides unprecedented autonomy for patients who previously relied on clinical dialysis centers.

Clinical trials show improved cardiovascular outcomes, reduced fatigue, and better quality of life. Because the system is portable, patients can maintain daily activities while receiving continuous treatment, a revolutionary shift from the constraints of traditional dialysis.

Researchers are also exploring integrating sensors for early disease detection, so the device could potentially monitor kidney function and predict complications before they arise. In this sense, the wearable kidney is both a therapy and a preventive tool.

This invention represents a leap forward in medical technology, offering a sustainable solution to kidney disease that combines engineering, biotechnology, and patient-centered design.

22/08/2025

Good luck to all taking the big leap you have always wanted to take.

You will never feel ready

Feelings fad

Action stays

Start now and you will “feel” better later

14/08/2025

Let’s walk faster

Walking fast for a minimum of 15 minutes a day can reduce mortality by 20%, according to new research: https://cnn.it/4m8YRE1