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When María Branyas Morera died in 2024 at the age of 117, she left more than memories. She left science a gift: samples of her microbiome.

Researchers discovered her gut was as diverse as someone decades younger: rich in beneficial bacteria linked to resilience and longevity. Her daily yoghurt habit and Mediterranean diet may have helped.

While we can't all inherit "lucky genes", nurturing our microbiome may be one way to support lifelong health.

n a recent paper in Cell Reports Medicine, researchers presented what may be the most detailed scientific investigation of a supercentenarian (a person aged 110 or older). Before her death, Branyas agreed to participate in research aimed at uncovering how she lived such a long and healthy life.

When scientists compared her samples with those of people who had not reached such exceptional ages, the genetic results were unsurprising: Branyas carried protective variants that guard against common diseases.

But they also looked at something over which we have more control – the gut microbiome.

This microbiome is the vast community of bacteria, fungi, and other microorganisms that live in the intestines.…

How to Stop Mental Clutter and Fall Asleep Faster

By Mie Hermansen – MSN

Establish a Consistent Nighttime

A regular bedtime routine helps signal to your brain that it’s time to wind down. Avoid screens, bright lights, and stressful activities in the hour before bed.

Write Down Your Thoughts

If your mind is cluttered with worries, jot them down in a notebook before bedtime. This helps clear your head and prevents you from mentally going over the same concerns repeatedly.

Practice Deep Breathing

Slow, deep breaths can calm your nervous system and reduce stress. Try the 4-7-8 breathing technique: inhale for 4 seconds, hold for 7 seconds, and exhale for 8 seconds.

Listen to Relaxing Sounds

Soothing sounds like ocean waves, rain, or soft music can drown out mental chatter and create a more peaceful sleep environment.

Make Your Bedroom a Sleep Sanctuary

Ensure your bedroom is dark, cool, and quiet. Remove distractions and consider blackout curtains or earplugs if necessary.

Try Progressive Muscle Relaxation

Tense and relax different muscle groups one at a time, starting from your feet and moving up through your body. This technique helps release tension and prepares you for sleep.…

HI FRIENDS, IT'S AFTER MIDNIGHT HERE BUT I'M SO STIRRED and INSPIRED TO START A SHORT SERIES OF ARTICLES FOR THE HEALTH OF OUR EYES and IMPROVED VISION plus SAFETY MEASURES OVER COMING WEEKS IN OCT-NOV 2025. I HOPE THIS HELPS MANY PEOPLE.

A common vitamin supplement could slow down the progression of the degenerative eye disease glaucoma, a study has found.

Vitamin B, found in whole grains, dark leafy greens, such as kale and broccoli, eggs, fish and dairy, appears to diminish the damage caused by the condition.

Glaucoma, which is suffered by nearly 700,000 people in the UK, is caused by an abnormality in the eye’s drainage system causing fluid to build up, increasing pressure on the optic nerve.

Primarily affecting older adults and those with a genetic disposition to the condition, it causes blurred vision and even blindness if left untreated. 

Glaucoma is usually managed by reducing the pressure through eye drops, surgery or laser treatments.

The researchers gave supplements of vitamins B6 (Pyridoxine - avoid Synthetic OR High Doses) B9 (Folate - avoid Folic Acid) and B12 to rats and mice with Glaucoma.…

Health officials have warned that long-term use of acid reflux drugs to combat indigestion could increase the risk of developing a potentially deadly bacterial infection. 

Acid reflux—when stomach acid repeatedly flows back into the gullet—is a common cause of indigestion, and the burning pain this produces is what most people describe as

Proton Pump Inhibitors (PPIs), such as Omeprazole, are one of the UK's most prescribed medications in the UK to treat the condition, with 73million NHS prescriptions dispensed in England in 2022-23.

But the NHS has issued a statement warning against taking the drug for longer than 2 Weeks without a prescription, over fears it could increase the risk of Clostridioides difficile. 

Commonly referred to as C. diff, the highly contagious bug, which initially infects the bowel and causes diarrhoea, can trigger life-threatening complications. It kills up to one in five patients that fall ill with it. 

C. diff usually lives harmlessly in the bowel, but PPIs such as omeprazole, which work by reducing stomach acid, can throw off the natural balance of bacteria in the organ, increasing the risk of a C. diff infection. …

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Who has caused People on this Earth as much Grief as War, Destructive Religions,
and Crooked Politics that dominates this World?

Who has the Biggest Influence over Governments and Education and Media Worldwide to Our Disadvantage?

What is the Main Reason why So Many People are SICK and Not Finding Answers to their Health Needs and in the main, this is denied them?

What accounts for Untold Stress in so many Houses and Families?
Is it not just the Stress of Modern Living and Selfish Politics? NO!

Who has been Responsible for more Deaths and Sickness
than you can Imagine? Unaccounted for!

Who Spins the most Yarns of Deception
across the Media and Governments alike?

What is this Force that has Influenced Bureaucrats, Food Supplies,
Our Welfare and Wellness more than Anything Else?

Who was Responsible for the "Sickness Industry" Setting Up the FDA
and Toxic Pesticides dominating most of Our Food Crops?

Who is this Culprit who caused all this Devastation?

The Most Evil Man who Ever Lived - Equal to Hitler - That's Who!
And I bet you want to know Who it Is......right?…

Hi Friends, these are a few Surprises for You in the Campaign For Pain. A few months ago, I promised You some more Articles and Posts with Positive Health Content. I've had so many destructive Food Marketing Ploys Etc to Inform You about. I have been Researching Lots of Webpages on this Topic because I had that 35 years ago with acute Sensitivity to Light and Sound and No pillow seem to be Soft enough for me. I really want to Help my Readers and Visitors who have this malady - it isn't the best to put it mildly.

Find Relief From Migraines Through Natural Remedies

About 20 years ago, I was into Natural Health Research a long time and I came across a young woman at a Conference Camp Site who had travelled from Interstate and she had to stay stationary on her bed in her Dorm because she was experiencing a Migraine that would last for days, someone told me. Well I rushed immediately to the small country township to see if they had a packet of Feverfew Capsules to buy them for her. They did, but someone had taken her to the Hospital.…

EARTHING is a Wonderful NATURAL Science Discovery that can possibly be the Answer to Your Health Concerns, you may not have found a Solution for. Maybe Medical Interventions and/or Supplements have not been right for Your Need. Maybe this Is.

Do Earthing Mats Really Work for Pain & Sleep? My AMAZING 7 Day Transformation!

A Short Video On The Science Of Earthing / Grounding

Ep. 340 | Grounding: The Most Important Health Discovery Ever!

Earthing, Viruses, Blood Clots and Your Body!!! How to Boost Your Immune System Fast! Clint Ober

Grounding Secrets: How Earth Connection Heals Chronic Pain & Inflammation | Clint Ober

This Is How You Eliminate Chronic Pain with Grounding

Michelle Chalfant Interviews Clint Ober About Healing Through Grounding

Nature's SIMPLE Trick for Better Sleep

Benefits of Earthing and Grounding and EMF Protection - Effective!

DOWN TO EARTH | The Earthing Movie 15 min Short Film

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Forget Sleeping Pills—This Natural Fix Is in Your Kitchen

From melatonin sprays to meditation apps, we’ve tried everything to sleep better. But researchers now say one of the most powerful tools for better rest is already in your fridge. Here’s how diet may be the secret to a deeper night’s sleep.

More Fruits and Veggies, Better Sleep

Participants who consumed more plant-based foods during the day experienced noticeably more restful and uninterrupted sleep that same night.

Sleep Benefits Showed Up After Just One Day

The improvements didn’t take weeks to appear—researchers observed positive sleep changes within the first 24 hours of eating more fruits and vegetables.

Less Tossing and Turning

Those with higher fruit and vegetable intake experienced fewer sleep disruptions, meaning they were less likely to wake up or shift out of deep sleep during the night.

Just Five Servings Made a Measurable Difference

Researchers estimated that meeting the CDC’s daily recommendation of five servings could improve sleep quality by as much as 16 percent.

Whole Grains Help Too

Alongside produce, participants who consumed healthy carbs like whole grains also reported better sleep, likely due to improved regulation of blood sugar and hormones.…

HEY THESE ARE REALLY GOOD. YOU SHOULD GIVE SOME A TRY.
SOMETIMES WE ONLY NEED THE SIMPLE THINGS - NOT COMPLICATED.

You don’t need a weekend retreat or hours of meditation to calm down.

According to Science, just five minutes of small, intentional actions can help your body relax.

Take Five Deep Breaths

Your breath is directly connected to your Nervous System.

Deep, slow breathing can lower blood pressure, calm your heart rate, and reduce cortisol - the stress hormone linked to poor sleep and brain fog.

Try "coherent breathing": inhale for six seconds, exhale for six - steady and slow.

Hug Someone Or Hold A Hand

Touch releases oxytocin, the "love hormone" that helps to regulate stress.

A 20-second hug can lower your heart rate and blood pressure. Self-touch works too - place a hand on your heart, rub your arms, or gently touch your face.

Step Outside In The Sunshine

Natural light helps reset your body clock, boosts vitamin D, and improves heart rate variability.

Just two minutes outdoors can improve your mood and reduce inflammation. Even standing on a sunny balcony counts.

Take A Brisk Five Minute Walk

Movement boosts blood flow to the brain and activates the "default mode network", which supports daydreaming and creativity.…

Chronic Inflammation is a long-term condition that can last for months or even years. It's different from Acute Inflammation, which is short-term and usually a result of injury or infection. Chronic Inflammation can cause persistent health issues, making it a serious concern for many. Research from the National Institute of Health, the University of Kansas Medical Center, and the VA Medical Center, Mather, CA, shows that this Inflammation often leads to severe conditions like heart disease, diabetes, and arthritis.

Causes Of Chronic Inflammation:

Chronic Inflammation happens due to various factors that hamper the body's Natural Healing Process. Common causes include infections, irritants, autoimmune disorders, and unhealthy lifestyle habits. Infections caused by bacteria or viruses may resist the Body’s Defense Mechanisms, leading to Extended Inflammation.

Plus, exposure to irritants such as dust, smoke, and chemicals can also cause lasting Inflammation.

Autoimmune conditions like Rheumatoid Arthritis occur when the Immune System mistakenly attacks healthy tissues, causing Inflammation. Additionally, factors such as poor diet, stress, smoking, and obesity can contribute to or worsen Chronic Inflammation.

Symptoms Of Chronic Inflammation:

Chronic inflammation can cause a number of symptoms that may impacting your daily life.…