Tom's Blog on Life

In the relentless pursuit of effective cancer treatment, the Venus Flytrap (Dionaea muscipula) emerges as a promising natural ally.

Recent studies spotlight this unassuming carnivorous plant not only as a treatment but potentially as a cancer cure, revealing its arsenal of bioactive compounds. These compounds, rigorously tested in laboratories, have shown remarkable abilities to thwart cancer cell growth and induce apoptosis. As researchers delve deeper into the therapeutic potential of the Venus Flytrap, it becomes increasingly clear that nature might hold the keys to not just managing but curing various forms of cancer.

https://teslatelegraph.com/2023/12/10/probiotics-found-inside-venus-fly-trap-plants-found-to-be-cancer-cure/

In this episode, my guest is Dr. Robert Lustig, M.D., neuroendocrinologist, professor of pediatrics at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), and a bestselling author on nutrition and metabolic health. We address the “calories in- calories out” (CICO) model of metabolism and weight regulation and how specific macronutrients (protein, fat, carbohydrates), fiber and sugar can modify the CICO equation. We cover how different types of sugars, specifically fructose, sugars found in liquid form, taste intensity, and other factors impact insulin levels, liver, kidney, and metabolic health. We also explore how fructose in non-fruit sources can be addictive (acting similarly to drugs of abuse) and how sugar alters brain circuits related to food cravings and satisfaction. We discuss the role of sugar in childhood and adult obesity, gut health and disease and mental health. We also discuss how the food industry uses refined sugars to create pseudo foods and what these do to the brain and body. This episode is replete with actionable information about sugar and metabolism, weight control, brain health and body composition. It ought to be of interest to anyone seeking to understand how specific food choices impact the immediate and long-term health of the brain and body.

https://open.spotify.com/episode/1MDqwjo3TfL1w7NJo1wldR?si-THvDuFYmS9m0Y-x-LfHAVA

Proper hydration is essential for optimal health, as it regulates body functions and transports nutrients. However, the common advice to drink eight glasses of water daily is inaccurate and outdated.

https://nexusnewsfeed.com/article/home-family-pets/current-hydration-guidelines-are-outdated/

Air pollution is associated with a long list of health problems including cardio-respiratory deaths, pulmonary disease, and chronic respiratory conditions. And the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) has classified air pollution as carcinogenic to humans.

But clinical trial finds that tiny broccoli sprouts can help neutralize this very big problem.

https://nexusnewsfeed.com/article/food-cooking/mighty-broccoli-sprouts-rapidly-detox-pollutants/

Have you been slugging through your day, extremely exhausted? Are you struggling with your digestive and gut health? What about extra sensitivity to perfumes and smells? If you checked yes to any of these questions, this could be a sign that your liver is on overload.

https://thenutritionwatchdog.com/7-amazing-foods-that-cleanse-your-liver-naturally/