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If You Are Sick, What Are the Chances It’s the Coronavirus? [COVID-19 Updates]

Harnessing the Power of Nutrients • 0 implied HN points • 01 Apr 20
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition
  1. In places with low reported cases, having a fever, muscle pain, or cough may mean a 5% chance of having COVID-19.
  2. Be prepared in areas with low case numbers for an increase over 2-3 weeks, similar to patterns seen in other regions like New York City.
  3. Consult a physician promptly if you suspect you have COVID-19, and remember this content doesn't constitute medical advice.

The COVID-19 Coronavirus Infects the Throat, Not Just the Lungs [COVID-19 Updates]

Harnessing the Power of Nutrients • 0 implied HN points • 31 Mar 20
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition
  1. COVID-19 infects the throat, not just the lungs, suggesting the virus first enters through the nose, mouth, or throat before reaching the lungs.
  2. Initial beliefs that the virus wouldn't infect the upper respiratory tract, like the throat, were challenged by new research findings.
  3. Comparisons to SARS indicate COVID-19 replicates faster in the upper respiratory tract, making it more contagious, before causing severe lung damage.

Can Quercetin or EGCG Reduce the Risk of COVID-19? [COVID-19 Updates]

Harnessing the Power of Nutrients • 0 implied HN points • 29 Mar 20
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition
  1. Both Quercetin and EGCG have shown potential as zinc ionophores
  2. The concentrations needed for Quercetin and EGCG to act as zinc ionophores are far higher than what can be achieved through oral supplements
  3. Quercetin may inhibit a key enzyme of SARS-CoV-2, but further research is needed to confirm its effectiveness in infected cells

Can Hydroxychloroquine or Chloroquine Treat COVID-19?

Harnessing the Power of Nutrients • 0 implied HN points • 27 Mar 20
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition
  1. Chloroquine and Hydroxychloroquine have shown antiviral activity in vitro but their effectiveness in humans against COVID-19 is uncertain.
  2. Recent trials have not provided clear evidence of the effectiveness of Chloroquine and Hydroxychloroquine in treating COVID-19.
  3. The World Health Organization is conducting trials to test the efficacy of various treatments for COVID-19, including Hydroxychloroquine, but currently, there is no definitive proof of its effectiveness.

A French Trial Suggests Hydroxychloroquine is Promising Yet Risky, but Wasn’t Randomized

Harnessing the Power of Nutrients • 0 implied HN points • 27 Mar 20
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition
  1. Hydroxychloroquine showed promising results in reducing virus presence, especially when combined with azithromycin.
  2. The non-randomized trial had significant dropouts and risks associated with the drug.
  3. The lack of randomization makes it difficult to establish a clear cause-and-effect relationship, urging cautious observation instead of quick conclusions.
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Version 1.2 of Testing Nutritional Status: The Ultimate Cheat Sheet is out!

Harnessing the Power of Nutrients • 0 implied HN points • 01 Mar 19
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition
  1. Version 1.2 of 'Testing Nutritional Status: The Ultimate Cheat Sheet' is now available, with overhauled sections on niacin and riboflavin.
  2. The cheat sheet aims to help identify deficiencies, imbalances, and excesses in nutrients, providing a tailored action plan for each individual based on their unique needs.
  3. The author emphasizes the importance of adapting nutrient intake over time based on personal circumstances and genetic predispositions, highlighting the need for precise nutritional guidance.

Are You Coming to Wise Traditions?

Harnessing the Power of Nutrients • 0 implied HN points • 04 Nov 17
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition
  1. Wise Traditions conference is happening in Minneapolis from November 9th to 13th, with various events and talks about traditional diets.
  2. Chris Masterjohn, PhD, will be giving talks on hormonal balance, mental health through methylation, and also hosting an interactive course on nutritional status.
  3. Attendees can learn about essential nutrients, deficiency symptoms, and lab work used to assess nutritional status during the interactive class.

My Appearances as a Guest on Podcasts

Harnessing the Power of Nutrients • 0 implied HN points • 25 Jul 17
🎙 Podcasts Nutrition
  1. The post shares a comprehensive list of appearances by an individual on various podcasts and online broadcasts.
  2. The individual discussed topics ranging from vitamin deficiencies to weight loss science in the podcast episodes.
  3. These appearances provide insight into the expertise and knowledge areas of the individual through interviews and discussions.

Did Low-Carb Kill the Lakers?

Harnessing the Power of Nutrients • 0 implied HN points • 07 Jul 17
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition
  1. The post discusses the potential impact of a low-carb diet on the Lakers basketball team.
  2. There are multiple platforms where the post can be watched and shared, including YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.
  3. Sharing, liking, and engaging with the post on various social media platforms can help show support and spread the content.

023: Zinc Definitely Fights Colds, But You’re Probably Using the Wrong Kind

Harnessing the Power of Nutrients • 0 implied HN points • 26 Dec 16
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition
  1. Using the right kind of zinc lozenges is crucial for fighting colds effectively.
  2. It's important to take zinc lozenges at the right time, with the right formulation, and in the right way for them to be effective.
  3. Considering copper supplementation while taking zinc lozenges and having a stock of high-impact supplements for the cold season can be beneficial.

016: Should You Do CrossFit on a Ketogenic Diet?

Harnessing the Power of Nutrients • 0 implied HN points • 25 Jul 16
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition
  1. A low-carbohydrate ketogenic diet can lead to weight loss and body fat reduction without sacrificing performance in certain types of workouts.
  2. The impact of a ketogenic diet on maximal performance in weight-lifting or sports involving short bursts of energy is still unclear and requires further study.
  3. Hormonal adaptations to a ketogenic diet may potentially have negative impacts on thyroid hormone, cortisol, LDL-cholesterol, and sex hormones, so it's important to consider these aspects.

014: Dietary Management of Heterozygous Familial Hypercholesterolemia (HeFH)

Harnessing the Power of Nutrients • 0 implied HN points • 23 Jun 16
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition
  1. The Kitavan diet, low in fat and high in carbohydrates, can serve as a model for dietary management of familial hypercholesterolemia.
  2. Maximizing thyroid hormone activity and managing good body composition are key in addressing heterozygous familial hypercholesterolemia.
  3. Restricting cholesterol intake should be a secondary strategy in managing HeFH, with more focus on nutrient-dense foods and maintaining good health.

Start Here for Fatty Liver Disease

Harnessing the Power of Nutrients • 0 implied HN points • 24 Apr 16
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition
  1. Start with the article 'Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease: A Silent Epidemic of Nutritional Imbalance' for insights on fatty liver disease
  2. Learn about oxidative stress and its impact on fatty liver disease in Lesson 9 of 'The Antioxidant System'
  3. Explore various topics related to fatty liver disease such as choline, carbohydrates, fats, refined foods, and more through the provided links

Weighing in on the Fermented Cod Liver Oil (FCLO) Controversy

Harnessing the Power of Nutrients • 0 implied HN points • 29 Aug 15
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition
  1. The analysis of the Fermented Cod Liver Oil (FCLO) controversy covered various aspects like potential conflicts of interest and the history of cod liver oil usage, revealing details about the quality and composition of the oil.
  2. The report highlighted concerns about the FCLO's potential rancidity, biogenic amines, presence of trans fats, and the type of fish used in the oil, raising questions about transparency and quality standards in its production.
  3. Differences in lab results, such as high TBARS levels in butter oil, have led to discussions regarding the testing methods and accuracy, calling for further examination and verification of the data shared.

The Many Forms of Vitamin K

Harnessing the Power of Nutrients • 0 implied HN points • 28 Apr 13
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition
  1. The names 'vitamin K1' and 'vitamin K2' are historical artifacts based on their initial sources.
  2. The length and saturation of the tail structure of vitamin K determine how it is distributed to different tissues in the body.
  3. Different forms of vitamin K, like MK-4 and MK-7, have unique roles in the body, such as MK-7 being better at supporting blood clotting and reaching bone, while MK-4 plays a role in gene expression and inhibiting the growth of certain cancers.

Does Carnitine From Red Meat Contribute to Heart Disease Through Intestinal Bacterial Metabolism to TMAO?

Harnessing the Power of Nutrients • 0 implied HN points • 10 Apr 13
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition
  1. Red meat consumption could potentially lead to heart disease due to the conversion of carnitine to TMAO by intestinal bacteria.
  2. Stanley Hazen's group at the Cleveland Clinic suggested a link between red meat, carnitine, and heart disease through TMAO production.
  3. Further research is needed to understand the impact of carnitine from red meat on heart health.

The Scientific Approach of Weston Price, Part 4: Was Price’s Approach an “Evolutionary Approach”?

Harnessing the Power of Nutrients • 0 implied HN points • 10 Mar 13
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition
  1. The author discusses the scientific approach of Weston Price and whether Price's approach can be considered an 'Evolutionary Approach'.
  2. The talk on Weston Price by the author was part of the Real Food Summit organized by Sean Croxton.
  3. The article provides a way to access more details about Weston Price's approach by redirected links.

My New Wise Traditions Article, “Nutritional Adjuncts to the Fat-Soluble Vitamins,” Is Now Online!

Harnessing the Power of Nutrients • 0 implied HN points • 18 Feb 13
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition
  1. The article delves into the roles of zinc, magnesium, fat, carbohydrate, carbon dioxide, and thyroid hormone in supporting the action of fat-soluble vitamins.
  2. Chris Masterjohn's article explores the concept of synergy between fat-soluble vitamins and their nutritional adjuncts.
  3. The work is based on a talk at the Wise Traditions conference and provides insights into nutrition for mental health.

The Scientific Approach of Weston Price, Part 1: Nature’s Closest Thing to an RCT

Harnessing the Power of Nutrients • 0 implied HN points • 24 Jan 13
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition
  1. Weston Price's approach is considered close to a Randomized Controlled Trial (RCT) by nature.
  2. Chris Masterjohn provides valuable insights from Weston Price that were shared during a talk on the Real Food Summit.
  3. The information from the talk is being shared as blog posts for those who couldn't access the original talk.

My Interview with Dr. Mercola On Cholesterol, Vitamin K, Insulin, Blood Lipids, CT Scans, Calcification, and Heart Disease

Harnessing the Power of Nutrients • 0 implied HN points • 30 Dec 12
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition
  1. Cholesterol is beneficial for health and has been unnecessarily demonized.
  2. Vitamin K2 from foods like egg yolks and cheese can protect against atherosclerosis by inhibiting blood vessel calcification.
  3. Insulin plays a crucial role in protecting against atherosclerosis by promoting thyroid activity and supporting LDL receptor function.

Are Egg Yolks Almost As Bad as Cigarettes At Causing the Accumulation of Arterial Plaque?

Harnessing the Power of Nutrients • 0 implied HN points • 17 Aug 12
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition
  1. There is a question raised about whether egg yolks are nearly as harmful as cigarettes in causing arterial plaque buildup.
  2. The comparison between egg yolks and cigarettes in relation to arterial plaque accumulation is discussed in the post.
  3. An indication is given that eating egg yolks might have some impact on the development of arterial plaque.

Denmark Came For Your Sugar and Trans Fats, Now They Are Coming For Your Saturated Fat. When They Come for You, Will There Be Any Macronutrient Left to Object on Your Behalf?

Harnessing the Power of Nutrients • 0 implied HN points • 08 Oct 11
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition
  1. Denmark has implemented taxes on trans fats, sugary junk food, and now saturated fats, leading to a debate on the government's role in regulating our diets.
  2. Traditional societies show a mix of collectivist ideals and individualistic freedoms when it comes to food choices and societal structure.
  3. As governments consider taxes on specific food components, such as saturated fats, it sparks discussions on personal responsibility, experimentation, and the influence of politics over science in dietary regulations.

Forks Over Knives: A Pictorial Review

Harnessing the Power of Nutrients • 0 implied HN points • 29 Sep 11
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition
  1. The film 'Forks Over Knives' promotes a whole-food, plant-based diet while rejecting the health benefits of animal foods.
  2. Breastfeeding normalization, condemning processed foods, and challenging genetic predispositions are key themes in the movie.
  3. Critiques point out misleading images about cholesterol build-up, protein research on rats, and the use of graphs to simplify complex scientific concepts.

Fat and Diabetes — Bad Press, Good Paper, and the Reemergence of Our Good Friend Glutathione

Harnessing the Power of Nutrients • 0 implied HN points • 30 Aug 11
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition
  1. The article discusses the relationship between fat, diabetes, and glutathione.
  2. It mentions a new blog post titled "Fat and Diabetes: Bad Press, Good Paper, and the Reemergence of Our Good Friend Glutathione."
  3. There seems to be a positive tone towards the potential benefits of glutathione in the context of fat and diabetes.

Ned Kock Provides a Philosophical Breakthrough on Fruit

Harnessing the Power of Nutrients • 0 implied HN points • 30 Jun 11
🍲 Food & Drink Nutrition
  1. Fruits are designed by plants to be nutritious, satiating, and non-poisonous in order to attract animals for seed dispersal.
  2. The chemical composition of fruits is complex, containing health-promoting substances like vitamins such as vitamin C which is a powerful antioxidant.
  3. Plants must make fruits appealing to a variety of animals to ensure seed dispersion success, leading to the incorporation of satiety-promoting attributes in fruits.

When Fat Burns In the Flame of Lean Muscle Mass — Better Put That Butter Either on Steak or Potatoes

Harnessing the Power of Nutrients • 0 implied HN points • 04 May 11
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition
  1. Sugar makes a high-fat diet extra-palatable, leading to higher food intake initially but not long-term.
  2. Palatability of diet may impact obesity independently of caloric intake.
  3. Eating an all-fat diet can lead to loss of lean muscle mass because the body needs oxaloacetate from carbohydrates or proteins to fully utilize fats for energy.