True prevention. In my book I highlight two studies in animals where acupuncture prevented an increase in stress response after startling the animal. This, to me, shows the power of prevention using acupuncture. It stabilized your stress response to that you
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4598227/ The wrinkle depth decreased 10%. I have no idea if that would be discernible. The subjects in the study were convinced it helped. Han SM, Hong IP, Woo SO, Chun SN, Park KK, Nicholls YM, Pak SC. The beneficial
Attardo S, Musumeci O, Velardo D, Toscano A. Statins Neuromuscular Adverse Effects. Int J Mol Sci. 2022 Jul 28;23(15):8364. doi: 10.3390/ijms23158364. PMID: 35955495; PMCID: PMC9369175. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9369175/ Attardo S, Musumeci O, Velardo D, Toscano A. Statins Neuromuscular Adverse Effects. Int J
Primary insomnia (PI) is a growing concern, with cognitive-behavioral therapy as the first-line treatment, though accessibility and cost are issues. Hypnotics have risks and limited long-term effectiveness. Acupuncture is a potential treatment, showing improvements in subjective sleep quality, cognitive function,
This DIY health hack was totally inknown to me, and I try to keep up with these sorts of low cost, safe solutions. Oral sodium bicarbonate (NaHCO3), baking soda, shows promise in treating inflammatory disorders by stimulating the inflammatory reflex
We know that acupuncture activates endorphins which help decrease pain, and that it also stimulates the vagus nerve from the periphery to the brainstem signalling the vagus. But this mechanism outlined in this study highlights the role of the brain
Acupuncture analgesia (AA) is commonly used, with the autonomic nervous system (ANS) playing a crucial role in its mechanism. A study assessed real-time Autonomic Nervous System changes during Acupuncture analgesia in a human pain model. Participants were randomized into model,
The article explores the growing trend of biohacking, where individuals use technology and science to enhance various aspects of their bodies and minds. Biohackers are experimenting with methods ranging from implanting electronic devices in their bodies to optimizing their diets
In Frontiers of Neuroscience, this article takes on the ever more evident effect that acupuncture has on the autonomic nervous system, another way to think about it is the fast aspect of your stress response. They review the studies from
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2405844024045821 Zhou, F., Wang, Z., Xiong, K., Zhang, M., Wang, Q., Wang, Y., & Li, X. (2024). Olfactory three needle regulates the proliferation of olfactory bulb neural stem cells and ameliorates brain injury after subarachnoid hemorrhage by regulating Wnt/β-catenin signaling.
I’ve used andor at least 3 years now to track my sleep. Sleep is a cornerstone for good health, so it’s worth it to try to optimize it! I did a video on it here. The main points follow Sleep’s
This is a fun study that looks at TAVNS and pain withdrawal as a function of parasympathetic activity. They used 100 Hz for 2 minutes only(!). They then measured cymba concha versus ear lobe. They looked at HRV during the
