Elemental Acupuncture and Wellness

09/20/2025

09/20/2025

Is stress the secret source of your sugar cravings?

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09/20/2025

People who have difficulty digesting red meat typically have low stomach acid.

Betaine hydrochloride may help strengthen your stomach acid and resolve this problem.

Try taking three to five betaine hydrochloride supplements before your meals for about one month and see if it helps.

09/18/2025

Never underestimate the importance of magnesium.

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09/18/2025

Current best evidence, including four randomized controlled trials, indicates that gabapentinoids are not effective in reducing pain intensity or sleep disturbance in patients with peripheral nerve injuries, and their use is further limited by significant adverse effects and risk of misuse. Acupuncture, diet and lifestyle can often help without any eide effects

09/15/2025

Intermittent fasting may offer powerful protection for the heart and brain, according to new research. Scientists found that fasting boosts levels of a gut bacteria metabolite called indole-3-propionic acid (IPA), which reduces platelet activation and lowers the risk of blood clots. In a study of 160 coronary artery disease patients and mouse models, just 10 days of fasting significantly reduced clot formation. The metabolite even showed effects similar to standard antithrombotic medication and enhanced its benefits when combined. These findings highlight the vital link between gut health, nutrition, and cardiovascular wellness, suggesting fasting could one day complement traditional treatments.

09/15/2025

Acupuncture may ease chronic lower back pain in older adults more effectively than standard care, a new JAMA Network Open study finds.

09/12/2025

Erythritol, a popular sugar substitute in low-carb and “diet” foods, may not be as harmless as once thought. Researchers at the University of Colorado Boulder found that the sweetener can damage the cells lining brain blood vessels, even at levels similar to a typical sugar-free drink. Lab tests revealed reduced nitric oxide production, which normally relaxes vessels, and increased endothelin-1, a protein that causes narrowing. Together, these changes limit the brain’s ability to break down clots and increase harmful free radicals factors tied to stroke risk. While the study was conducted on cells rather than humans, it raises concerns about frequent consumption of erythritol-rich products. Experts advise moderation and careful label checks until more research clarifies its long-term safety.

09/12/2025

By week eight, only the acupuncture group demonstrated a statistically significant reduction in nasal symptom scores. I have observed a considerable increase in such cases over the past couple of weeks, indicating the onset of allergy season.

A randomized clinical trial has demonstrated that acupuncture significantly reduces nasal inflammation and improves symptoms in patients with seasonal allergic rhinitis.

09/11/2025

🌱 Dandelion Root Extract Shows Potent Anti-Cancer Potential

Scientists are uncovering remarkable properties in an unlikely place—the common dandelion root. Recent research suggests that dandelion root extract (DRE) can selectively kill colon cancer cells while leaving healthy cells unharmed.

In controlled lab studies, over 90% of colon cancer cells died within just 48 hours of exposure to DRE. Unlike conventional treatments that often rely on single molecular targets, DRE launches a multi-pronged attack, triggering both caspase-dependent and caspase-independent pathways of apoptosis (programmed cell death).

Even more striking is its effectiveness against cells lacking functional p53, one of the most important tumor-suppressor genes. Because p53 mutations are common in aggressive and treatment-resistant cancers, this finding makes DRE a particularly exciting candidate for future therapies.

Animal studies further validated these results—when human colon cancer cells were implanted into mice, treatment with DRE significantly suppressed tumor growth without causing toxicity. This unique ability to target only cancerous cells while sparing healthy tissue is rare in oncology and represents a potential breakthrough in plant-based medicine.

While these findings are still limited to preclinical models, they provide a strong foundation for upcoming clinical trials. If proven effective in humans, dandelion root could move from a humble garden w**d to a valuable therapeutic tool in cancer care.

📖 Source: Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine — “Dandelion Root Extract Affects Colorectal Cancer Proliferation and Survival Through the Activation of Multiple Death Signalling Pathways.”

09/11/2025

Your body is trying to tell you something. Pay attention