WHAT IS CONSTIPATION? Constipation is generally understood as the infrequent passage of stool and/or difficulty passing stool.1 Said condition is often accompanied by incomplete evacuation, bloating, and abdominal discomfort.1(236) Specifically, Jani and Marsicano1(236) stated constipation can be diagnosed through Rome IV criteria as: fewer than 3 bowel movements per week manual help to aid defecation […]
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In past articles (please see links below), I have examined lifestyle, exercise, nutritional, and supplement interventions to support neurological conditions such as dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. Emerging evidence is suggesting the potential efficacy of an eating protocol known as time-restricted feeding (TRF) to help manage such conditions. As a means of appreciating TRF and its […]
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- BLOG Immune / Lymphatic
Sleep quality and duration continues to pose challenges in Westernized societies. Such is largely influenced by shift work, sleep disorders (sleep apnea, insomnia), and poor sleep hygiene (i.e., inconsistent sleep times, sub-optimal bedroom temperatures, blue light from electronic devices).1 Left unchecked, inadequate and inconsistent sleep quality and duration can drive inflammatory events, increase oxidation, […]
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- BLOG Immune / Lymphatic
Risk factors for severe COVID-19 symptoms include 65+ years of age, obesity, metabolic syndrome (i.e., diabetes, heart disease, stroke), and weakened immune systems (i.e., recovery from chemotherapy, HIV).1 In previous articles, I covered SARS-CoV-2 viral pathophysiology and micronutrient/lifestyle interventions which interfered with replication, oxidation/inflammation, and thrombosis. Although said nutrients are helpful upon contact of the […]
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- BLOG Immune / Lymphatic Supplements/Pharmaceuticals
In several of my last posts, information was provided characterizing the virulence, infectivity, general pathophysiology of SARS-CoV-2, and the ultimate manifestation of viral infection; COVID-19. Other posts have covered interventions to support the immune system including the utility of omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin D3, quercetin, zinc, vitamin C, and emerging uses of ivermectin. In […]
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Ivermectin is a drug which has gained widespread attention during the COVID-19 pandemic. Since that time, ivermectin has become a polarizing topic of discussion with respect to its formulations and uses. In the following sections, I would like to consider ivermectin’s discovery, history, well-understood uses, safety profile, and emerging utility/mechanisms for viral infections. HISTORY Ivermectin […]
Read MoreIn my last article, risk factors for COVID-19 disease virulence, and micronutrient recommendations to support the immune system, were explored. One of the major risk factors for disease severity, previously outlined, included metabolic syndrome (MS); a constellation of risk factors, that when combined, increase an individual’s chances of contracting conditions such as heart disease, stroke, […]
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Risk factors for severe COVID-19 symptoms include 65+ years of age, obesity, metabolic syndrome (i.e., diabetes, heart disease, stroke), and weakened immune systems (i.e., recovery from chemotherapy, HIV).1 Having previously considered SARS-CoV-2 viral entry and its ability to induce strong oxidation, inflammation, thrombotic events, and cellular damage, it is imperative to consider all interventions which […]
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In my last article, SARS-CoV-2, its components, how it interfaces with the host, and some of the complications it induces upon entering our cells, were explored. In the following sections, I would like to cover a lesser understood proclivity of the virus; its tendency to change and mutate over time, and the challenges associated with […]
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- BLOG Immune / Lymphatic Immune / Lymphatic
Much has been covered regarding the pandemic over the last 2 years. To the general public, the nature of SARs-CoV-2 has been both confusing and disconcerting. In the following sections, I would like to cover the virus, its components, how it interfaces with the host, and some of the complications it induces upon entering our […]
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