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HEALTH NEW Shatavari root extract may support women’s sexual wellness Energy drinks, stimulant products linked to cardiac arrest, heart attack in young adults Overtraining may disrupt the brain's dopamine regulation, leaving levels elevated during rest Mushroom blend shows promise for mind health in Gen Z women A Healthier Form of Salt Could Prevent Nearly 3 Million Deaths Every Year, Scientists Say Shatavari root extract may support women’s sexual wellness San Francisco Research Institute & Patil University of School and Medicine (India) November 2 2026 (Int'l Journal Women's Health) In Ayurvedic medicine, Shatavari (wild Asparagus) is traditionally well-known for supporting hormonal (gonadotropin-releasing hormone, follicle-stimulating hormone [FSH], luteinizing hormone [LH], estrogen, and progesterone) balance and improving physical and emotional health. It plays an important role in sustaining healthy estrogen during menopause. In addition, it supports the adrenal gland in managing hot flashes, insomnia,…

HEALTH NEWS New study of 3000 adults connects symbolic immortality to stronger psychological well being Cold showers benefit the environment and your health MIND Diet Tied to Higher Cognitive Scores in Study of 8,681 Older Adults in China Low vitamin D more than doubles kidney patients’ risk of dialysis within a year Mushroom extract supplement linked to improved aerobic performance in male athletes New study of 3000 adults connects symbolic immortality to stronger psychological well being Hebrew University of Jerusalem, November 2 2026 (News-Medical) What does it mean to feel that a part of us will live on after we are gone? A new study of nearly 3,000 adults found that people who believed they would be remembered by others after death tended to report better mental health, a stronger sense of meaning and lower levels of problematic substance use and addictive behaviors. The findings point to a possible link between our sense of lasting significance and the way we cope with stress, uncertainty and…

Gary reads Part 4 of How to Recognize a Man

HEALTH NEWS Novel peptide from red alga shows potential for blood glucose control Experts Spent Decades Searching for the Secret to Happiness. Here’s What They Found The silent threat of sarcopenia: Why muscle loss demands immediate action Why permanent daylight saving time is a bad idea for health Adventurous play linked to better physical and mental health in children Novel peptide from red alga shows potential for blood glucose control Hokkaido University (Japan), Oct 27 2026 (News-Medical) It is a dietary staple found in sushi, rice wraps, and ramen toppings. Commonly known as nori in Japan and gim in Korea, red seaweed is especially popular across Asia. Research lhas discovered that digestion of a particular red alga releases a peptide, or a small fragment of protein, with potential benefits for blood glucose control and diabetes prevention. The study was published in Food Bioscience. Researchers subjected this seaweed, known as dulse (Devaleraea inkyuleei), to an artificial digestion process in the…

HEALTH NEWS Novel peptide from red alga shows potential for blood glucose control Experts Spent Decades Searching for the Secret to Happiness. Here’s What They Found The silent threat of sarcopenia: Why muscle loss demands immediate action Why permanent daylight saving time is a bad idea for health Adventurous play linked to better physical and mental health in children Novel peptide from red alga shows potential for blood glucose control Hokkaido University (Japan), Oct 27 2026 (News-Medical) It is a dietary staple found in sushi, rice wraps, and ramen toppings. Commonly known as nori in Japan and gim in Korea, red seaweed is especially popular across Asia. Research lhas discovered that digestion of a particular red alga releases a peptide, or a small fragment of protein, with potential benefits for blood glucose control and diabetes prevention. The study was published in Food Bioscience. Researchers subjected this seaweed, known as dulse (Devaleraea inkyuleei), to an artificial digestion process in the…

CLIPS ‘Paid off by Big Pharma’: Dr exposes Medical Journals’ ‘money laundering’ to cover up COVID Vax lies - Dr. James Thorpe - 5:00 Single Men Are Happier Than You Think Here is Why - Alice Talks 17:00 HEALTH NEWS Pomegranate extract, gut bacteria and the surprising source of skin elasticity Inside the narcissistic brain: fMRI research sheds light on the narcissist’s struggle with empathy Plant and animal proteins show opposite effects on testosterone levels Brisker walking tied to longer life More education reduces dementia risk decades later Pomegranate extract, gut bacteria and the surprising source of skin elasticity Centre Tecnologic de Catalunya (Spain), October 27 2026 (Natura News) A 12-week study of pomegranate extract supplementation in 64 women showed improved skin elasticity and hydration—effects that appeared tied not to the fruit itself but to bacteria living in their digestive tracts. The results, published in a randomized, triple-blind, placebo-controlled study, add to a growing body of…

HEALTH NEWS Scientists Discover That Eating Peanuts Every Day May Help Protect the Aging Brain Your dreams may be protecting you from 83 diseases, major new study finds Plastic tea bags are releasing BPA, plasticizers and up to 2,500 microplastic particles into your cup of tea Taurine helps regulate inflammation linked to aging, Yale study finds Study of 57,793 Adults in 24 Countries Links Varied Social Activity to Better Cognitive Scores Scientists Discover That Eating Peanuts Every Day May Help Protect the Aging Brain Maastricht University Medical Center (Netherlands), October 27, 2026 (SciTech Daily) Peanuts may offer more than a convenient source of protein and healthy fats. New research suggests that eating them regularly could help the aging brain respond more effectively to insulin.The hormone insulin plays an important role in the brain, where it supports memory, learning, communication between nerve cells and other cognitive processes. As people age, the brain may become less responsive to insulin,…

HEALTH NEWS Study: Pomegranate-Derived Compound May Address Heart Failure With Preserved Ejection Fraction Study finds lower rates of overweight among vegan-fed cats Researchers identify common nutritional supplement as potential treatment for psoriasis Vitamin C and Mistletoe Linked to Significantly Improved Survival in Breast Cancer Patients How everyday isolation is stealing our minds, landmark study reveals Study: Pomegranate-Derived Compound May Address Heart Failure With Preserved Ejection Fraction Kings College London, October 21 2026 (Natural News) Researchers at King's College London have reported that urolithin A, a compound produced after gut bacteria digest foods including pomegranates, walnuts and berries, improved measures of heart function in animal models of heart failure with preserved ejection fraction and in engineered human heart tissue. A particular type of heart failure affects more than 3 million people. Heart failure with preserved ejection fraction occurs when the heart still pumps…

HEALTH NEWS Meta-Analysis Links Daily Nut Intake to Lower Hypertension Risk Probiotics May Protect From Signs of Early Cognitive Decline, Clinical Trial Finds Late-Night Snacking Could Be Putting Your Liver at Risk Can drinking tea help protect against cardiovascular disease? US drinking water could contain double the reported PFAS levels, model estimates Meta-Analysis Links Daily Nut Intake to Lower Hypertension Risk Imperial College London, October 19 2026 (Natural News) A systematic review and dose-response meta-analysis published in the British Journal of Nutrition found that regular nut consumption is associated with a lower risk of developing hypertension, researchers said. Participants who ate the most nuts had a 16% lower risk of high blood pressure compared with those who ate the least. Eating about a handful of nuts each day was associated with a 20% lower risk of developing hypertension, according to a new analysis. The largest reduction, 26%, appeared at about 30 grams per day compared with none,…

HEALTH NEWS Flavonoid found in citrus slows lung cancer cell growth in lab tests Prenatal supplement linked to improved child cognition and social behavior Antibiotic use from childhood linked to higher odds of IBS in young adulthood Pure cranberry juice may help protect teeth from decay Smartphones are wrecking teens' sleep, study indicates Flavonoid found in citrus slows lung cancer cell growth in lab tests Friedrich–Alexander University Erlangen–Nurnberg (Germany), October 20 2026 (Medical Xpress) Quercetin is found in citrus fruits, onions and buckwheat and is known for its anti-inflammatory properties. Now researchers at Universitätsklinikum Erlangen at Friedrich-Alexander Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU) have investigated how the plant compound could help treat lung cancer. In the lab, experiments showed that quercetin slows the division of lung cancer cells and almost completely stops their migration. The results have appeared in the journal Cell Death Discovery. Quercetin led to the tumor cells…

HEALTH NEWS Fermented tea kombucha shows promise in reducing depression-like behaviors, animal study reveals Brief self-care meditation delivers body confidence boost, study shows Researchers Discover What Reading for Pleasure May Be Doing to Your Brain Popular sports supplement may help shield the brain from damage linked to gut inflammation The Gut-Muscle Connection: Fermented Foods May Influence Muscles Via Gut, Review Says Fermented tea kombucha shows promise in reducing depression-like behaviors, animal study reveals University of Minnesota, October 20 2026 (Natural News) Researchers found kombucha consumption linked to fewer depression-like behaviors in mice across different diets. The fermented tea altered gut bacteria composition, affecting pathways involved in tryptophan metabolism and serotonin production. Behavioral benefits varied by diet type, with Western-diet mice showing additional anxiety reduction and brain chemistry changes. Mice on standard diets experienced increased short-chain fatty…

Do You Hesitate to Engage in Your Dreams? Do you dream about something all the time but fail to engage in it? What do you have that's so important that you're afraid of losing it? Why do you hold on to old habits? How do they serve you?

HEALTH NEWS Study Reports Natural Compound Shows Anticancer Activity in Preclinical Models Ultra-processed food intake linked to silent strokes in healthy middle-aged adults, study finds Study Finds Lower Magnesium Levels in Adults With Poorly Controlled Type 2 Diabetes This New Research About Microplastics Is Pretty Damn Scary Mindfulness exercises can support psychotherapy for adolescents Study Reports Natural Compound Shows Anticancer Activity in Preclinical Models University of Windsor (Canada), October 15 2026 (Natural News) A study published in Oncotarget reports that an aqueous dandelion root extract inhibited colorectal cancer cell proliferation and survival in laboratory and animal models, according to the paper. The research describes a preclinical investigation of a compound derived from a common flowering plant long used in traditional medicine. The study states the extract was derived from the root of the dandelion plant. The paper reports the extract was tested in several cancer cell models…

Gary reads Part 2 of How To Make Your Life More Manageable And Less Chaotic

How To Make Your Life More Manageable And Less Chaotic, you can read the full article on Gary Null Substack https://garynull.substack.com/p/how-to-make-your-life-more-manageable?r=zchpo

CIPS -Tucker Carlson Maha honeypot -12:40 BEFORE MODERN MEDICINE, THERE WERE PLANTS. Before aspirin, there was willow bark Before cough syrup, there was elderberry Before iron pills, there was nettle leaf Before vapor rub, there was eucalyptus Before sleep aids, there was lavender Before band-aids, there was plantain leaf Before cold medicine, there was wild cherry bark Before eczema creams, there was calendula Before disinfectants, there was thyme Before antibiotics, there was garlic Before pain balms, there was arnica Before probiotics, there was sauerkraut Before toothache gel, there was clove Before scar creams, there was rosehip oil Before anxiety pills, there was chamomile Before migraine tablets, there was feverfew Before muscle relaxants, there was valerian Before energy drinks, there was ginseng BEFORE EVERYTHING CAME FROM A LAB, IT CAME FROM THE EARTH. Here is the transcription of the text in each image: First Image WHEN YOU FINALLY UNDERSTAND WHAT DRIVES THE SYSTEM, AND IT ISN'T HEALTH...…

The Gary Null Show - Friday - 10-16-26

HEALTH NEWS Study reveals how different plant saponins alleviate ischemic stroke The bacteria on your tongue could be linked to your brainpower Staying Active Could Have Two Major Benefits for People With Parkinson’s, Scientists Find How spinach protects the brain while tap water may pose a hidden risk Frequent and unintentional daytime napping linked to higher dementia risk in older adults Study reveals how different plant saponins alleviate ischemic stroke Zheijiang University (China), October 12 2026 (News-Medical) Ischemic stroke accounts for approximately 85% of all strokes and remains a major cause of death and long-term disability. Current treatments can restore blood flow in eligible patients, but therapeutic options remain limited, particularly for protecting threatened brain tissue and supporting recovery. Two types of ginseng -- Panax notoginseng and Panax ginseng have long been used in traditional Chinese medicine and are commonly associated with "activating blood" and "replenishing qi,"…

Part 3 of - How To Become Self-Sufficient Instead Of Co-Dependent - you can read the full article on Gary Null Substack https://garynull.substack.com/publish/post/220402566?back=%2Fpublish%2Fposts%2Fpublished

HEALTH NEWS New review identifies pistachios as a promising whole food for sleep research Dietitians Say Boiling Sweet Potatoes May Help Manage Blood Sugar Better Than Roasting or Baking Very severe long COVID linked to differences in lung and mouth microbiomes Using AI for just 10 minutes erodes your ability to persist at hard things Late-night snacking may affect liver health New review identifies pistachios as a promising whole food for sleep research Augusta University Medical College of Georgia, October 6 2026 (News-Medical) Nearly one-third of U.S. adults report sleeping less than seven hours a night, below the minimum amount recommended for most adults, while nearly one in five has trouble staying asleep most days or every day. At the same time, nearly one-third of Americans say they are seeking improved sleep from foods, beverages or nutrients. Pistachios have attracted researchers' attention because they naturally bring together several nutrients and plant compounds connected to sleep. Now, a new…

HEALTH NEWS New review identifies pistachios as a promising whole food for sleep research Dietitians Say Boiling Sweet Potatoes May Help Manage Blood Sugar Better Than Roasting or Baking Very severe long COVID linked to differences in lung and mouth microbiomes Using AI for just 10 minutes erodes your ability to persist at hard things Late-night snacking may affect liver health New review identifies pistachios as a promising whole food for sleep research Augusta University Medical College of Georgia, October 6 2026 (News-Medical) Nearly one-third of U.S. adults report sleeping less than seven hours a night, below the minimum amount recommended for most adults, while nearly one in five has trouble staying asleep most days or every day. At the same time, nearly one-third of Americans say they are seeking improved sleep from foods, beverages or nutrients. Pistachios have attracted researchers' attention because they naturally bring together several nutrients and plant compounds connected to sleep. Now, a new…

It's Friday, and Gary takes calls from his listeners and reads part four of his latest essay Saving Civilization Before Our Own Beliefs and Behaviors Destroy It.

ORDER NOW - CLICK HERE THE LIES WE LIVE WITH, YET THE TRUTHS WE MUST FACE We spend much of our lives searching for success, security, approval, and control. Along the way, we absorb countless ideas about who we should be, what we should value, and what is supposed to make us happy. Rarely do we stop to ask whether these beliefs are true, or whether they are quietly keeping us from the lives we were meant to live. In The Lies We Live With Yet the Truths We Must Face, Gary Null, PhD, examines the fears, habits, emotional wounds, and social forces that separate us from our authentic selves. With insight and compassion, he explores guilt, shame, addiction, materialism, betrayal, and the pressure to conform, while showing how courage, forgiveness, awareness, and love can lead us toward a more conscious life. This book invites us to look honestly at what we have accepted, what we have avoided, and what we are finally ready to change. By releasing what no longer belongs in our lives, we can recover what has been…

HEALTH NEWS Eating walnuts daily may boost mood and shift serotonin-related metabolism Higher daily step counts linked to fewer mental health problems in early adolescence, study finds How dementia risk and heart failure is being linked to dreaming Sardinian village may be a new longevity hotspot New study shows any healthy eating plan slows aging Eating walnuts daily may boost mood and shift serotonin-related metabolism University of Barcelona (Spain), October 2 2026 (News-Medical) In a recent study published in Food & Function, researchers evaluated whether 8 weeks of walnut consumption affects mood states in young adults and whether these effects are associated with urinary 5-hydroxyindoleacetic acid (5-HIAA), cortisol, and urolithin levels. Serotonin is a neurotransmitter involved in mood regulation and is produced from the dietary amino acid tryptophan. Its main metabolite, 5-HIAA, can be measured in urine as an indicator of serotonin metabolism. Walnuts are rich in omega-3 fatty acids, tryptophan,…

HEALTH NEWS Blueberries can modify the gut microbiome in older adults with mild depression Living environments and lifestyle factors may contribute to faster adult biological aging Too little salt may hurt memory just as badly as too much Regular walking is good for people with COPD, even if they live in areas with higher air pollution Study: Stroke Rates Nearly Doubled in Adults Under 55 Blueberries can modify the gut microbiome in older adults with mild depression Hinda & Arthur Marcus Institute for Aging Research & Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, September 30 2026 (Medical Xpress) A new pilot study found that older, sedentary adults who consumed blueberries daily showed a greater, more consistent reduction in depressive symptoms, along with minor changes in markers of gut microbial enzymes. The preliminary data warrant further research into the link between blueberries, the gut microbiome and mood in older adults. Fiber and anthocyanins in blueberries have potential to modify the gut microbiome and…

HEALTH NEWS Endocrinologists reveal 7 fruits that stabilize blood sugar without sacrificing flavor A survey of 371,000 adults links heart disease to eating whole fruit less often Study Links Greater REM Sleep to Lower Risk of 83 Diseases Mediterranean rockrose extract shows fungicidal activity against fungi that cause common skin infections Reading Linked to Lower Dementia Risk, Review Finds Endocrinologists reveal 7 fruits that stabilize blood sugar without sacrificing flavor Tufts University, October 1 2026 (Natural News) Tufts University endocrinologists shared their collective expertise, drawn from Tufts Medical Center, to providesevidence-based guidance for anyone seeking to maintain steady blood glucose while enjoying nature's sweetest offerings. Fruit sugars arrive wrapped in fiber and water, surrounded by antioxidant polyphenols, vitamins and minerals that slow digestive absorption. A meta-analysis of nineteen randomized controlled trials published in Frontiers in Endocrinology found that eating…

HEALTH NEWS Small Trial Links Daily Strawberries to Reduced Menstrual Pain Scientists Test an Unexpected Sleep Aid Made From Tree Roots 90% of store receipts contain harmful chemicals linked to cancer, autism and obesity New study highlights red meat sugar as independent risk factor for type 2 diabetes Study suggests skipping sweets during antibiotic treatment may help protect the gut microbiome Small Trial Links Daily Strawberries to Reduced Menstrual Pain University of Huelva (Spain), September 26 2026 (Natural News) Women who added about 1½ cups of fresh strawberries to their daily diet for one month reported less menstrual pain than a comparison group, according to a small randomized trial. The trial, published in Frontiers in Nutrition, enrolled 64 women ages 18 to 35 who regularly experienced period cramps, the study stated. The research team was interested in strawberries because they contain polyphenols, including anthocyanins, which have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. Participants…

HEALTH NEWS Study Links High Polyphenol Intake to Reduced Risk of Short Telomeres Ashwagandha root extract on sexual health in healthy men What science says about ultraprocessed foods and the aging brain Study finds oral hormone replacement therapy increases venous thromboembolism risk Watercress Trial Reports Increases in Detoxification Byproducts Study Links High Polyphenol Intake to Reduced Risk of Short Telomeres University of Navarra (Spain), September 24 2026 (Natural News) A study has found that individuals with the highest dietary intake of polyphenols had a 52% lower risk of having short telomeres compared with those who consumed the least. Researchers from the University of Navarra in Pamplona, Spain, measured telomere length in samples from more than 1,700 adults in 2008 and again in 2015, according to the study. Telomeres are protective caps at the ends of chromosomes that safeguard DNA information inside cells. Shorter telomeres have been linked to an increased risk of age-related diseases…

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Surviving the Future: Strategies for Getting Off the Grid - you can read the full article on Gary Null Substack

Gary tackles the hard hitting topics on modern feminism

Overcoming Negative Emotions - you can read the full article on Gary Null Substack

Gary reads the second part of his essay Making Your Life Simple Again you can read the whole essay on Gary Null Substack https://garynull.substack.com/p/making-your-life-simple-again-why

Making Your Life Simple Again Why Do We Make Everything So Complicated?

HEALTH NEWS Could a daily glass of orange juice support heart health? Study finds citrus compounds influence genes linked to blood vessel function Study Finds Association Between ADHD and Higher Rates of Gastrointestinal Symptoms Air pollutant exposure linked to heightened risk of death by suicide/suicidal thoughts Study finds mindfulness and tai chi practices eased sleep problems, fatigue, and pain after cancer treatment Drinking very hot tea and coffee is linked to a greater risk of esophageal cancer

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Taking the First Step to Reclaiming Our Authentic Selves you can read the full essay on Gary Null Substack https://garynull.substack.com/p/taking-the-first-step-to-reclaiming

Gary reads his essay Are We Capable of Making Any Meaningful Changes? Who We Trusted, and Why They Failed Us

The Cult Of The Self And The Destruction Of Our Cultural Values - you can read the full article on Gary Null Substack - https://garynull.substack.com/p/the-cult-of-the-self-and-the-destruction

Gary reads part 1 of his latest essay The Vanishing Village Part One of Three — Memory, Elders, and the Death of Consequence

Gary talks about the history of slavery and the latest on Health and Healing HEALTH NEWS Food-Based Hydration May Offer More Benefits Than Sports Drinks Most People Don’t Know This Popular Food Is Linked to Prostate Cancer Risk Cognitive behavioral therapy may reduce biological aging among older adults with insomnia Study: Screens are corroding teens’ belief in a healthy life Eating jetlag: Weekend meal shifts associated with higher heart disease risk in men

A clip from Dr. Hannah Spier on feminism Gary reads his essay - How To Take Back Control Of Your Life - you can read the full article on Gary Null Substack

If This Is My Life Then Let Me Live It My Way

HEALTH NEWS Scientists Find a Surprising Cancer Fighting Effect in Dark Sweet Cherries Astragulus compound shows promise against ischemic stroke by targeting the gut-brain axis Smartwatches may overestimate calories burned during exercise Higher vitamin B12 levels in both parents are associated with lower risk of birth defects Small daily changes in sleep, exercise and diet can add years to your life

HEALTH NEWS Curcumin Shows Potential in Protecting Blood Vessels From Diabetes Damage, According to Rat Study Exercise intervention associated with reduced atrial fibrillation burden Flavorings, colors and sweeteners emerge as UPF markers linked to depression risk Healthy Maternal Diet During Pregnancy Tied to Lower Autism Risk in Study of 80,000 Mother-Infant Pairs Scientists discover how fructose may help drive obesity

Gary reads this final part of his essay If This Is My Life Then Let Me Live It My Way

If This Is My Life Then Let Me Live It My Way Starting Over: A Second Chance For A New BeginningBy Gary Null, PhD - you can read the full article on Gary Null Substack

HEALTH NEWS Mulberry leaves and fruit may influence gut bacteria linked to metabolism Leisure-Time Physical Activity Linked to Reduced Dementia Risk; Occupational Activity Associated With Increased Risk, Study Says Daily social media use beyond 2.5 hours tracks with depression, analysis finds Foods Tied to Endometriosis Management in New Review, Researchers Say Scientists Find a Troubling Effect of Sitting That Exercise Couldn’t Prevent

HEALTH NEWS Move over, lycopene. Tomatoes' secret sauce may be phytoene A Hidden Gut Reaction May Explain Why Vegetables Are So Good for You Artificial sweetener xylitol associated with higher risk of adverse cardiovascular events Can you slow the aging process? Study reveals which interventions might help Overuse of inhalers found to increase heart attack risk in asthma and COPD patients