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Facing Glioblastoma: A Family’s Journey of Hope and Support

03/01/2026

Mark

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Reading Time: 6 minutes. When you’re facing a glioblastoma diagnosis, it impacts your entire family’s world. I’ve seen how this aggressive brain tumour can change lives overnight, from first symptoms like vision problems and personality changes to the urgent rush for treatment. You’ll need strong medical support, but don’t underestimate the power of community and…
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Exploring the Carnivore Diet for Inflammatory Bowel Disease

02/01/2026

Mark

anti-inflammatory, beef, butyrate, cancer, cardiovascular health, causes, check-in, clinical trials, connections, cooking, diet, driving, emotional resilience, environment, environmental factors, food, genetics, Gut Flora, Gut Health, gut microbiome, holistic approaches, inflammation, ketogenic diet, mental health, mental well-being, mental wellbeing, Microbiome, mindfulness, nutrition, oxidative stress, pregnancy, quality of life, resilience, risk factors, social activities, social connections, social engagement, success, supplements, symptom management, symptoms, therapies, therapy, tools, transformation, treatment options, vitamin D, vitamin k, well-being

Reading Time: 7 minutes. Recent clinical evidence suggests that a carnivore diet may offer relief for Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) through multiple mechanisms. I’ve observed that eliminating fibre and plant antigens while increasing protein intake can reduce gut inflammation and support intestinal barrier repair. A case series of ten IBD patients demonstrated sustained clinical remission…
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Why Recovery Takes Longer in Winter: A Cellular Perspective

31/12/2025

Mark

ATP, blood pressure, brain function, causes, cold exposure, comfort, communication, cortisol, dairy, depression, efficiency, environment, enzymes, exercise, hydration, inflammation, neuroplasticity, nutrition, optimal function, oxidative stress, peak performance, pressure, resilience, sleep patterns, sports, stability, stem cells, strength, symptoms, therapy, unveiling

Reading Time: 11 minutes. Winter’s chill triggers vasoconstriction, reducing blood flow to extremities as the body prioritises core warmth. This narrowed circulation limits oxygen and nutrient delivery to tissues while slowing metabolic waste removal. Cellular enzymes operate at suboptimal efficiency at low temperatures, and rigidified cell membranes impede nutrient exchange. The body’s thermoregulatory demands divert…
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Navigating Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and Job Success

30/12/2025

Mark

ADHD, adult ADHD, assistance, brain function, chronic stress, clarity, communication, concentration, coping, dopamine, emotional toll, environment, memory, mental strength, mindfulness, pressure, productivity, stability, strength, strengths, stress management, success, support groups, symptoms, time management, workplace

Reading Time: 6 minutes. Steering work with ADHD requires leveraging your unique neurological wiring while addressing executive function challenges. You’ll benefit from minimising sensory distractions, implementing a structured scheduling system, and breaking tasks into manageable components. Consider using organisational tools and requesting reasonable accommodations, such as flexible hours or a quieter workspace. Disclose your condition…
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Flu or Cold? A Simple Practical Guide

30/12/2025

Mark

causes, comfort, COVID-19, elderly, environment, hydration, immune system, medications, pregnancy, risk factors, self-care, strength, symptom management, symptoms, warning signs, workplace

Reading Time: 10 minutes. Distinguishing between cold and flu relies on symptom onset and severity. Cold symptoms typically develop over 2-3 days, with a runny nose, sneezing, and mild discomfort, and may last 7-10 days. Flu symptoms usually appear within hours, with high fever, severe body aches, and extreme fatigue that persist for 1-2 weeks.…
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What Viral Stress Teaches Us About Long-Term Cellular Resilience

29/12/2025

Mark

ageing, alzheimer’s, alzheimer’s disease, anti-inflammatory, antiviral, ATP, causes, cellular health, communication, cortisol, detox, detoxification, efficiency, environment, expression, fasting, hormonal, hydration, immune system, inflammation, lifespan, longevity, meditation, mindfulness, mindfulness techniques, neuroscience, nutrition, optimal function, oxidative stress, resilience, stability, strength, success, supplements, symptoms, therapeutic approaches, vitality, vitamin c, vitamin D, zinc

Reading Time: 13 minutes. Viral stress tests cellular resilience mechanisms to their limits. When pathogens invade, cells trigger unfolded protein responses and OAS proteins to detect threats. Some cells successfully manage stress through strategic power-downs and heat-shock protein regulation, revealing natural defence mechanisms with therapeutic potential against ageing and disease. Key Takeaways Viral stress uncovers…
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Supporting Family Health During Flu Season Without Stress

28/12/2025

Mark

alcohol, antiviral, caregivers, check-in, comfort, communication, emotional health, emotional resilience, emotional well-being, exercise, food, fruit, healthy fats, hydration, immune system, loneliness, mental health, mindfulness, nourish, nurturing, nutrition, physical health, pressure, relaxation, resilience, strength, stress management, symptoms, tea, tips, unwind, vitamin c, well-being, yoga, zinc

Reading Time: 9 minutes. Supporting family health during flu season can feel calmer when simple routines do the heavy lifting. Families can prioritise flu vaccinations, balanced meals with vitamin C and zinc, regular handwashing, and gentle daily movement. Briefly opening windows, cleaning high-touch surfaces, and wearing masks around vulnerable people provide quiet protection. A basic…
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Understanding ATP Demand During Illness (Plain-English Edition)

26/12/2025

Mark

ageing, alzheimer’s, anti-inflammatory, ATP, B vitamins, caffeine, causes, concentration, connections, COVID-19, driving, efficiency, environment, enzymes, expression, immune system, inflammation, medications, mitochondrial function, nutrition, optimisation, oxidative stress, resilience, scents, stability, supplements, symptoms, therapeutic approaches, therapies, therapy, vitality

Reading Time: 15 minutes. During illness, the body’s demand for ATP increases as immune cells combat infections. When mitochondria struggle to keep pace, energy shortages can slow recovery. This gap explains why rest alone sometimes fails to hasten healing. Practical steps can help maintain cellular energy—but knowing which ones matter most depends on understanding the…
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Why High-Performers Crash Harder When They Get Flu

25/12/2025

Mark

antiviral, caregivers, causes, chronic stress, cognitive decline, cognitive impairment, cortisol, COVID-19, exercise, history, immune system, inflammation, longevity, medications, memory, nutrition, peak performance, pressure, Probiotics, productivity, resilience, scents, stability, strength, stress management, symptoms, tools, warning signs, workplace

Reading Time: 10 minutes. High-performing individuals may face unexpectedly severe influenza outcomes despite appearing healthy. Their focus on productivity often delays symptom recognition and medical care. Chronic workplace stress might compromise immune function, although direct evidence linking high performance to worse flu outcomes remains limited. Understanding this potential vulnerability could reshape prevention strategies for busy…
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Is Methylene Blue Safe? an In-Depth Look at Daily Use Risks, Side Effects, Long-Term Safety, and Who Should Avoid It

25/12/2025

Mark

ADHD, ageing, assistance, ATP, biohacking, blood pressure, breastfeeding, cancer, causes, clinical trials, cocaine, cognitive benefits, cognitive enhancement, cognitive function, communication, concentration, dementia, depression, efficiency, elderly, enhancing cognitive function, enzymes, history, medications, Methylene Blue, mitochondrial function, neurodegenerative disorders, nutrition, oxidative stress, pregnancy, pressure, scents, stability, supplements, symptoms, therapeutic applications, therapy, warning signs

Reading Time: 27 minutes. Methylene blue has a well-established safety profile at therapeutic doses of 0.5-2 mg/kg, with FDA approval for the treatment of methemoglobinemia since 2016. Safety depends critically on dosage thresholds, as toxicity emerges above 7 mg/kg, causing hemolytic crisis and cardiovascular complications. Individuals with G6PD deficiency face heightened hemolytic risks even at…
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Facing Glioblastoma: A Family’s Journey of Hope and Support

Why Recovery Takes Longer in Winter: A Cellular Perspective

Navigating Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and Job Success

Flu or Cold? A Simple Practical Guide

What Viral Stress Teaches Us About Long-Term Cellular Resilience

Supporting Family Health During Flu Season Without Stress

Understanding ATP Demand During Illness (Plain-English Edition)

Why High-Performers Crash Harder When They Get Flu

Is Methylene Blue Safe? an In-Depth Look at Daily Use Risks, Side Effects, Long-Term Safety, and Who Should Avoid It

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