Research of the Week Some modifiable risk factors for dementia. 35% of healthy, unexposed donors had evidence of T-cell reactivity to the coronavirus. We can handle one-off feasts pretty well. Genetic variants that may predict severe coronavirus outcomes. New Primal Blueprint Podcasts Episode 436: Dr. David Roetman, DC: Host Elle Russ chats with Dr. David Roetman, who gets major results with...
Research of the Week Humans were breeding sled dogs at least as far back as 9500 years ago. High-carb meals depress postprandial energy expenditure. Antidepressant effects of ayahuasca may be linked to its anti-inflammatory effects. Among senior men, low protein intake is deadly. Taking glucosamine linked to lower mortality. New Primal Blueprint Podcasts Episode 435: Jennifer Fulwiler: Host Elle Russ chats with...
Research of the Week Animal protein beats plant protein for seniors who want to retain strength and daily functionality. Workouts make music sound better. Mineral water rich in magnesium sulfate can help against constipation. Kids and teens with depression should definitely be exercising. Low-dose alcohol is beneficial for mice. New Primal Blueprint Podcasts Episode 434: Brett Lloyd: Host Elle Russ chats with...
Research of the Week National handgrip score predicts Olympic medal tally. Got super high cholesterol? Might be the carbs. An EVOO-based high-fat diet causes a good kind of gut dysbiosis that lowers the risk of colon cancer. How time has passed for people during the pandemic: for half it sped up, for half it slowed. New Primal Blueprint Podcasts Episode 432:...
Research of the Week Physical frailty predicts COVID-19 outcomes. If you’re lifting, getting 1.62 grams of protein per kilogram of bodyweight is a nice target. After new analysis, Ireland reduces its “excess deaths from coronavirus” numbers. Still 13% higher than normal, but lower than previous estimations. Evidence for coronavirus presence in Brazil as early as November 2019. New Primal Blueprint...
Research of the Week Yoga promotes stress resilience. Adipose tissue is limited by the number of embryonic progenitor cells. Relying only on antibody testing may not capture everyone with coronavirus immunity. Birds who swallow fish eggs whole may deposit them intact and viable into isolated lakes. New Primal Blueprint Podcasts Episode 430: Shawn Baker MD: Host Elle Russ chats with Dr....
Research of the Week Ancient Irish elite were largely incestuous. In a recent study, coronavirus shows up on tons of hospital surfaces but with very low viral loads. Present but not transmissible. Having a younger blood donor is linked to shorter hospital stays. “Conservation areas” don’t actually conserve anything. Losing body fat probably improves cancer resistance. New Primal Blueprint Podcasts Episode 429:...
Research of the Week Listening to Mozart daily reduces seizure frequency. A Mediterranean ketogenic diet makes changes to the cerebrospinal fluid profile indicative of a lower risk of cognitive decline. A low-carb, high-fat diet works for people with type 2 diabetes. Again. More omega-3s, more strength (in older adults). Links between personality traits and where a person spends their time. New...
Research of the Week Split brain, no split consciousness. High circulating ketone levels reduce cardiac inflammation and inhibit the progression of heart failure. Psychological distress and loneliness are way up. Analyzing the genetic imprints of the animal skins used for the Dead Sea Scrolls. Why weed makes you go, “Whoa.” New Primal Blueprint Podcasts Episode 426: Mark Sisson: Host Elle Russ chats...
Research of the Week Diabetic patients taking metformin had lower coronavirus mortality than diabetic patients not taking it. “Increased cardiovascular disease in African-Americans with Covid-19.” Unsaturated fat intake and deficiencies in calcium and albumin linked to higher coronavirus mortality. “Financial relationships between the leaders of influential US professional medical associations and industry are extensive…” New Primal Blueprint Podcasts Episode 425: Robert...