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The Microplastic Concerns Elevate—To the Brain

Ground Truths • 13384 implied HN points • 03 Feb 25
🏥 Health Politics Public Health Environmental health Toxicology Nutrition Health Impact
  1. Microplastics are accumulating in the brain and other organs, with much higher levels found in people with dementia. This is raising alarms about their possible effects on health.
  2. Studies have shown that microplastics can affect blood flow in the brain, leading to issues like blood clots. This suggests they could contribute to neurological problems.
  3. To reduce exposure to microplastics, people can avoid plastic packaging and heating plastic items. There's also a need for broader action to cut down plastic production overall.

The Smoking Gun

Nepetalactone Newsletter • 10633 implied HN points • 19 Jan 24
🔬 Science Research Health Impact
  1. The evidence strongly supports that COVID-19 was made in a lab.
  2. There is a debate within the community on various strategies to address pandemic-related issues.
  3. The focus should shift towards examining the origins of the virus and preventing future lab leaks.

Living in ‘survival mode’ causes chronic illness, and may even kill you

Changing The Channel • 8192 implied HN points • 06 Dec 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Chronic Illness Stress Mental health Burnout Health Impact
  1. Living in chronic stress from survival mode can lead to chronic illnesses and impact life expectancy
  2. Moving abroad is not just for the rich; many Americans are seeking a better quality of life due to the high cost of living and lack of a social safety net in the United States
  3. Chronic stress is normalized in America and can contribute to chronic illnesses, making it essential to address the root causes of stress in society

mRNA Injury stories - Australian academic lawyer Dr.John Woodward heaped abuse on the unvaccinated (including Novak Djokovic) and cheered mandates. He is now dying of Turbo Brain Cancer (glioblastoma)

COVID Intel - by Dr.William Makis • 3066 implied HN points • 07 Feb 24
🏥 Health Politics COVID-19 Vaccination Health Impact
  1. Dr. John Woodward, an academic lawyer, who disparaged the unvaccinated and supported mandates, is now suffering from terminal brain cancer.
  2. The story highlights the consequences of words and actions, showcasing a stark turn of events for Dr. Woodward.
  3. The situation serves as a reminder of the significance of empathy and caution in judgment towards others.

COVID Restrictions - Embraced Enthusiastically By Government Establishment - Were Indisputably Pointless, New Study Finds

Unmasked • 86 implied HN points • 25 Jan 25
🏥 Health Politics Public Health COVID Policies Government actions Health Impact Epidemiology
  1. COVID restrictions, like lockdowns and mask mandates, didn't really help stop the spread of the virus. They ended up costing a lot of money without making a difference.
  2. Many people still feel the effects of these restrictions today, like vaccine passports and other rules that came from government policies.
  3. After lifting restrictions, there weren't big spikes in COVID cases, which suggests that the rules might not have worked as intended.
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Three Things That Should Be Required For Weight Loss Research

Weight and Healthcare • 718 implied HN points • 18 Nov 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Weight Loss Research Health Impact Ethics Health Science
  1. Require five-year follow-up with mandatory publication to improve accuracy and information in weight loss studies
  2. Mandate essential information in bold print at the beginning of weight loss studies to ensure transparency and accessibility
  3. Implement a weight-neutral comparator group in weight loss studies to distinguish impacts of behavior changes from weight loss, reducing health risks

Study Looks At Ways To Protect Ourselves from Weight Stigma

Weight and Healthcare • 619 implied HN points • 11 Mar 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Weight Stigma Health Impact Research Analysis Body positivity
  1. The study highlights the detrimental impact of internalizing weight stigma on physical and mental health.
  2. Factors like alignment with the group 'Fat' and beliefs about weight controllability can predict resistance to weight stigma.
  3. Recognizing and challenging weight stigma, reframing self-identity as a fat person, and fighting against stigma messages are crucial steps to protect against weight stigma.

121 | When Food Fraud Goes (Horribly) Wrong | Sniffing Supplements |

The Rotten Apple • 283 implied HN points • 15 Jan 24
🍲 Food & Drink Food Fraud Food Safety Recipes Health Impact
  1. Food fraud perpetrators do not aim to harm consumers, as that increases the risk of getting caught.
  2. Accidental harm can occur from food adulteration, like plaster of Paris being mistakenly used instead of a harmless substance.
  3. Allergen cross-reactivity can lead to serious consequences for allergenic individuals and cause issues in food testing.

Quick Guide: Will Weight Loss Improve/Cure This Health Condition?

Weight and Healthcare • 379 implied HN points • 03 Dec 22
🏥 Health & Wellness Weight Loss Health Conditions Behavior Change Research Health Impact
  1. Weight loss may not necessarily improve health conditions; health changes may stem from behavior changes instead.
  2. Unintentional weight loss or weight loss through methods like liposuction may not lead to the same health benefits as intentional weight loss.
  3. The presence of a health issue in thin individuals suggests that weight loss might not always be the solution; alternative treatments beyond weight loss exist.

On the Quality of the Chips in Matlock Bath

The Heart Attack Diet • 59 implied HN points • 26 Jun 23
🍲 Food & Drink Food Quality Nutrition Health Impact
  1. The quality of chips in a chip shop can vary, with issues like old fryer oil potentially affecting taste and health.
  2. The use of vegetable oils in fryers can be concerning, as they can degrade into harmful substances when used for extended periods.
  3. The history of dietary recommendations regarding fats, like animal fats, raises questions about the impact on human health over time.

Codon: Notes on Progress #2

Asimov Press • 135 implied HN points • 12 Mar 23
🔬 Science Genetic Engineering Biology Climate change Health Impact Microbiome
  1. A newsletter provides curated insights on scientific progress in biology and future technologies.
  2. Recent advancements include nano-scale probes for space exploration, gene-editing for heart protection, and new gene therapy trials.
  3. Challenges in genetics, predictions of protein levels from DNA sequences, and advancements in microbiome research showcase ongoing developments in the field.

What really drives food cravings

Julia Belluz • 10 implied HN points • 10 Sep 24
🍲 Food & Drink Food culture Nutrition Health Impact Food Industry
  1. Food cravings are mostly due to a subconscious desire rather than just the pleasure of eating. It's about wanting to eat more than enjoying the taste itself.
  2. Cultural eating habits influence our relationship with food. In cultures that celebrate food as a social event, people tend to be healthier and eat less.
  3. Adding vitamins to processed foods could lead to overeating because they make the food seem more nutritious without actually being so. This might contribute to obesity and unhealthy eating patterns.

Microscope deniers

The Nature of Training • 19 implied HN points • 14 Jun 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition Microbiota Sugar Health Impact
  1. Human nutrition often uses reductionism, but different foods like honey and sugar have distinct impacts due to their unique properties and effects on the microbiota.
  2. Honey acts as a prebiotic, supporting a healthy microbial system, unlike processed white sugar which can lead to dysbiosis and metabolic issues.
  3. Long-term effects of food choices, like replacing ultra-processed foods with real, whole foods, can have significant impacts on health beyond what is immediately visible or understood.

July 16, 1945, 5.29 a.m.

The Climate Historian • 0 implied HN points • 16 Jul 24
💾 History Nuclear policy Cold War Geopolitics Health Impact
  1. The Trinity Test on July 16, 1945, marked the beginning of the atomic age, significantly affecting global politics and raising serious ethical questions about atomic weapons.
  2. Residents living near the test site suffered from radiation sickness and increased infant mortality rates, as they were not warned about the dangers of the fallout.
  3. The fear of nuclear war persists today, with concerns about nuclear winter and the responsibility to push for the abolition of nuclear weapons to ensure global safety.

Don't ignore delayed rewards when choosing a job

Kartick’s Blog • 0 implied HN points • 18 Feb 23
💼 Business Career development Job Satisfaction Personal Growth Work Environment Health Impact
  1. When choosing a job, don't just focus on immediate rewards like salary and perks.
  2. Consider how the job will impact your future, including skill development, career growth, and mental health.
  3. Make sure to weigh both short-term and long-term factors to avoid ending up in a worse situation after leaving a job.

✅ Media Briefing #24: Characterising COVID-19 impact, internal NHS comms, PR planning, news shakeup, AI editorial fail, thematic text analysis, AI incidents database, and more

Wadds Inc. newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 14 Dec 20
💼 Business Public Relations Media Trends Communication Health Impact AI Ethics
  1. COVID-19 has hit the PR industry hard, causing a decline of about £1.6 billion in 2020. Many entry-level jobs and diversity efforts have been affected.
  2. To combat misinformation in health and science, it's important for journalists to understand science better and for scientists to be aware of how media works.
  3. Social media platforms are facing calls for change, like banning anonymity to hold users accountable for their behavior online.