The Harmonious Path

09/02/2025

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08/20/2025

Nothing to say other than avoid GMO’s of ALL types!

New Study: Aspartame Sweetener May Disrupt Blood Vessels, Raising Stroke Risk. Aspartame—the artificial sweetener found in everything from Diet Coke and sugar-free chewing gum to children’s medications—may raise the risk of the most common type of stroke by causing inflammation and disrupting blood vessel health and blood flow, according to a first-of-its-kind study published in Scientific Reports. The findings add to longstanding concerns about the sugar substitute’s impacts on the brain and heart. “Given that aspartame is one of the most pervasive artificial sweeteners used in the global food industry, its cumulative effects from long-term, low-dose exposure may indirectly affect cerebrovascular [brain blood vessel] health through metabolic interference,” the researchers said. Aspartame—also marketed as NutraSweet, Equal, Sugar Twin, and AminoSweet—is up to 200 times sweeter than sugar and promoted as a way to cut calories and sugar intake, especially for people with diabetes. Other studies have linked aspartame consumption to chronic diseases, weight gain, and even aggressive brain cancer.

They told us aspartame, which is genetically engineered, was safe when they brought it to market in 1974. Here we are 50 years later and despite the fact that peer-reviewed studies have linked this GMO fake sweetener to a long list of worrying health problems, it's still on the market. More and more substances created with Synthetic Biology (SynBio, for short, and also called “precision fermentation”) are being brought to market, all with no safety testing. The GMO fake-meat Impossible Burger, made by the company Impossible Foods, contains new proteins never before consumed in the human diet was created with SynBio. New GMO fake ice creams are entering the market with no labeling (Graeter’s Perfect Indulgence, Brave Robot and Nick’s are a few that use Perfect Day’s GMO synthetic dairy protein). We have synthetic vanilla, synthetic vitamins such as "Quatrefolic" (GMO folate) and many more substances in our food supply that are flying under the radar. This leads us to ask: Will it take us another 50 years to document the devastating health problems created by these GMO fake foods? Do yourself a favor. Avoid all of that junk today, so you don’t get a disease later.

READ about the new aspartame study: https://usrtk.org/healthwire/aspartame-stroke/

Read more about aspartame: https://usrtk.org/sweeteners/aspartame_health_risks

08/18/2025

She’s right, our energy is valuable and we should be selective when sharing it as well as receiving it


“You should think of your energy as if it’s expensive. As if it’s a luxury item. Not everyone can afford it. Not everyone has invested in you in order to be able to have the capital for you to care about this.”

This was both a mic drop and a lightbulb moment for me. If there was one single takeaway for me from Taylor Swift’s interview on the “New Heights” podcast, it was this.

I realized that for way too long, I have been giving my energy to certain people and things for much less than what it’s worth.

Not only that, but I have been giving my energy away as if I have unlimited amounts of it.

It's a fatal combination that has left me feeling absolutely depleted and drained this summer. I’ve been spiraling easily and spending way too much time being anxious or angry about things outside of my purview or control.

This was such an important reminder that energy is an exchange and a transaction. By the laws of physics, it cannot be created or destroyed, but it can be transferred. And not everyone should get yours. 🤷🏼‍♀️

Not everyone cares enough about us or has transferred enough of their own energy into us to deserve our energy in return.

Because here’s the thing—I can always tell when my energy is spent wisely with the right people and on the right things because I RECEIVE energy from them. That’s how I know it was a worthwhile expenditure—I always feel lighter and freer. I feel more at peace with myself and in alignment with my core beliefs and values.

The most empowering part of all of this is that, as Taylor says, ultimately it is OUR choice—“What you spend your energy on? That’s the day.”

THAT’S 👏 THE 👏 DAY 👏

Every single day we wake up and get to choose who and what we spend our energy on. It can be things and people that drain and deplete us. It can be things and people that empower and energize us in return. But it is OURS. It cannot be taken from us without our permission.

Our energy isn’t limitless. It isn’t free. And this was just the kick in the pants I needed to be more mindful, deliberate, and conservative with mine. ✌️

08/10/2025

07/21/2025

This is interesting and shakes the foundation of our belief system around depression


A landmark review finds no scientific evidence that depression is caused by a chemical imbalance.

A major umbrella review led by researchers at University College London has found no convincing evidence that depression is caused by low serotonin levels or reduced serotonin activity. Published in Molecular Psychiatry, the study analyzed decades of research across several major fields and concluded that the long-standing “chemical imbalance” theory lacks scientific support. This challenges the core rationale behind the widespread use of antidepressants like SSRIs, which are believed to work by correcting low serotonin. The review suggests that the popularity of this theory may have contributed to the massive increase in antidepressant prescriptions despite the absence of biological proof.

The findings also raise concerns about how this serotonin theory may shape public perception and treatment decisions.

With up to 90% of people believing depression stems from a chemical imbalance, researchers warn that this misconception can discourage recovery optimism and reliance on non-drug treatments.

Moreover, some evidence points to antidepressants possibly lowering serotonin levels over time, highlighting a need for transparency and new approaches to mental health care.

The authors advocate for a shift in focus toward addressing life stressors, trauma, and social factors through therapy and lifestyle interventions rather than pharmacological solutions alone.

Source: Moncrieff, J., Cooper, R. E., Stockmann, T., Amendola, S., Hengartner, M. P., & Horowitz, M. A. (2022). The serotonin theory of depression: A systematic umbrella review of the evidence. Molecular Psychiatry

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