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01/05/2026

Two teenagers from Texas have developed a pen-sized device that uses sound waves to remove up to 90% of microplastics from water in a single pass. The device works by generating acoustic vibrations that cause microplastic particles to cluster together, making them easier to separate from water.

Unlike filters that clog or require replacement, this method uses physics instead of chemicals, making it energy-efficient and reusable. The prototype is small, portable, and could be scaled for household, industrial, or emergency use.

Their innovation earned them $50,000 in awards, but its real value lies in its potential. Microplastics are now found in oceans, drinking water, and even the human body — and removing them is one of the biggest environmental challenges of our time.

These teens proved that young minds aren’t just imagining the future — they’re actively cleaning it.

01/05/2026

For decades, Alzheimer’s has been considered irreversible, with treatments only slowing decline.

A 2025 study in Cell Reports Medicine challenged this, showing advanced disease in mice could be reversed by restoring NAD⁺, a key molecule for cellular energy and neuronal health.

Using the compound P7C3-A20, researchers repaired synaptic function, reduced neuroinflammation, stabilized the blood–brain barrier, and fully restored learning and memory. Blood biomarkers of tau pathology also normalized, indicating true reversal rather than symptom masking.

While these findings are limited to animal models, they reveal that restoring brain energy balance could unlock the brain’s intrinsic repair potential, reframing Alzheimer’s as potentially reversible under the right conditions.

BOTTOM FACT : Restoring NAD⁺ in Alzheimer’s-like mouse models repaired synapses, reduced neuroinflammation, stabilized the blood–brain barrier, and restored memory function.

🔹 SOURCE : Cell Reports Medicine (December 2025)

🔹 DISCLAIMER : This content is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Findings are preclinical and have not been tested in humans.

01/05/2026

🌿🌿 January Reflections for CranioSacral Therapists 🌿🌿

January is a time to pause, reflect, and recommit. As manual therapists, our work is both a responsibility and a privilege.

May this new year deepen your listening, refine your touch, and reconnect you with the quiet symphony present in every body.

🧠✋ Explore our virtual and in-person CranioSacral Therapy courses:
https://www.upledger.com/courses

12/30/2025

In a heartwarming and surprising move, a town in the UK decided to cancel its New Year’s Eve fireworks display to allow a local walrus named Thor to sleep undisturbed before his long swim to Iceland. The decision, made out of respect for the animal’s natural needs, exemplifies the growing awareness and compassion towards wildlife in urban environments.

Thor, a large walrus who had become a local sensation, had been resting along the harbor and was preparing for his long migration. The town's decision to prioritize the well-being of the animal over the celebration of the new year reflects a growing trend in wildlife conservation, where the interests of animals are being placed front and center in urban planning.

While fireworks are often seen as a beloved tradition, this act of consideration for Thor underscores the importance of coexisting with nature. It’s a reminder that our actions, even during celebrations, can have profound effects on the creatures that share our world. This thoughtful decision not only allowed Thor to rest peacefully but also sent a message about the need to balance human activities with the preservation of wildlife.

This moment of compassion is a testament to the town’s commitment to wildlife protection and a reminder that even in the hustle and bustle of human life, we must respect the rhythms of the natural world. 🌍🐋

12/30/2025

After Europe banned bee killing neonicotinoid pesticides, insect numbers began to recover across farmland.

That rebound restored food webs, and insect eating birds long in decline started returning. Protect one species, and entire ecosystems respond.

12/30/2025

By Arthur C. Brooks

12/28/2025

High cortisol is being linked to faster cognitive decline and brain aging in new studies.

12/28/2025

May the holiday season fill your heart and home with joy and love. And may the New Year be full of fun, discovery, and adventure. ✨🎁

Our offices are closed this week for the holidays and will reopen Monday, December 29.

From your friends at the Upledger and Barral Institutes 🤍

12/23/2025

curious about the basis for craniosacral therapy?

📣 Evolving the Legacy of CranioSacral Therapy
We’re excited to share a new paper from Upledger’s Science Team:
“The CranioSacral Rhythm—From Clinical Observation to Pacemaker Theory.”

This article honors Dr. John E. Upledger’s original clinical observations while bringing forward new research that supports the CranioSacral Rhythm as a measurable physiological phenomenon—and explores the emerging Pacemaker Theory as a model for understanding its origins.

When you train directly with the source, you’re not just learning CST—you’re advancing with the leaders continuing to shape the field.

📖 Read the article:https://www.iahe.com/storage/docs/articles/6YW3M8CmwFMOl2LkJMg4u9721pASRUnv9qar9sqC.pdf or Upledger.com Research Article Database Tab

12/23/2025

give the gift of self-care, and care

🌀 Holiday Self-Care Starts Here 🌀
✨ 40 Years of Wellness with Upledger CranioSacral Therapy ✨

As the season gets busy, give yourself (or someone you love) a gift that lasts: time to reset. For 40 years, people around the world have turned to Upledger CranioSacral Therapy to support relaxation, ease tension, and nurture overall well-being.

👐 Make space for gentle, hands-on care that supports your body’s natural healing process—so you can feel more grounded, present, and restored.

🔍 Find a certified Upledger CranioSacral Therapist near you: https://www.iahp.com/pages/search/index.php

👉 Or visit Upledger.com → Find a Therapist

🎉 Celebrating 40 years of global healing and compassionate care.

12/19/2025

Mind body therapies like Craniosacral Therapy, Visceral Manipulation, and Healing from the Core, and others, also support increaseung one's intereoception

Disruptions in interoception may underlie anxiety, eating disorders, and other mental health ailments

12/17/2025

Interesting

A recent study published in the Journal “Clinical Nutrition” found that consuming pomegranate juice every day for a year can reduce the thickness of carotid arteries, a key measure of atherosclerosis (heart disease caused by plaque formation), by up to 30%.

The study also saw a 21% decrease in systolic blood pressure amongst the participants. In the control group who consumed no pomegranate juice actually saw a plaque thickness increase of 9% in that year.

This plaque clearing is accomplished by several different compounds in pomegranate juice, particularly the polyphenols Punicalagin and Ellagic Acid.

These polyphenols contribute to artery health by acting as powerful antioxidants that help protect the body’s cells and lipoproteins (like LDL) from damage caused by free radicals. This reduced oxidative stress can slow down the process of plaque formation.

Additionally, pomegranate juice helps improve blood flow by stimulating the production of nitric oxide, a chemical that helps to relax and widen blood vessels.

Furthermore, these pomegranate compounds have been associated with anti-inflammatory properties, which help to reduce inflammation in the arteries and slow the progression of atherosclerosis.

PMID: 15158307