Practicing physician assistant in nutrition, prevention, integrative and lifestyle medicine since 1983 who will discuss practical guidelines and share links and research dealing with individual, community and societal health through personal commentary and interviews.
An Aloe Polymannose-Based Dietary Supplement (APMC) Improves Cognition in Moderate to Severe Alzheimer’s Patients After 12 Months of Treatment...An Interview with John Lewis, PhD
Tuesday, March 31, 2026 • Duration 52:17
Interview Summary…
(Transcript summary by ChatGPT edited by Kirk Hamilton PA)
The interview features Kirk Hamilton PA in discussion with John Lewis, PhD, focusing on a novel aloe polymannose-based dietary supplement (APMC) and its potential role in improving cognition in patients with moderate to severe Alzheimer’s disease. Dr. Lewis outlines his interdisciplinary background in physiology, biostatistics, and clinical research, which positioned him to investigate complex nutritional interventions, and describes how a long-standing collaboration with a pathologist researching aloe-derived polysaccharides led to a human clinical trial funded by a family affected by Alzheimer’s. The supplement—containing aloe polymannose (acemannan), rice bran polysaccharides, N-acetylcysteine, tart cherry, lecithin, and other nutraceutical components—was designed not as a single-agent therapy but as a broad-spectrum nutritional formulation aimed at supporting cellular function, immune modulation, and inflammatory balance. In a 12-month trial of 34 elderly patients with advanced Alzheimer’s (many with multiple comorbidities), participants continued their usual care while adding the supplement, and results demonstrated statistically and clinically significant improvements in cognitive performance (ADAS-Cog), alongside favorable immunologic shifts including improved CD4/CD8 ratios, reduced inflammatory markers (TNF-alpha, VEGF), increased stem cell markers (CD14), and better balance of TH1/TH2 immune responses. Additional analyses showed that higher levels of brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) correlated with better cognitive outcomes, reinforcing mechanistic plausibility. Dr. Lewis emphasizes that these polysaccharides function as bioactive signaling molecules rather than simple “sugars,” challenging conventional negative perceptions of carbohydrates, and notes generally excellent tolerability with minimal adverse effects. While acknowledging limitations such as small sample size and need for replication, he presents the findings as clinically meaningful given the severity of disease studied and lack of alternative treatments, framing the supplement as an adjunct within a broader lifestyle and functional medicine approach rather than a standalone cure.
The Role of an Aloe Polymannose-Based Dietary Supplement (APMC) in the Management of Neurologic Disorders Such as Alzheimer’s Disease
Kirk Hamilton: Can you please share with me your educational background and current position?
John Lewis: I have BS and MS degrees from the University of Tennessee in business administration and human physiology, respectively, and I have a PhD from the University of Miami in educational and psychological studies. I am the Founder and President of Dr Lewis Nutrition® and past full-time Associate Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences and now Voluntary Associate Professor in the Department of Family Medicine and Community Health at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine. I am also a Diplomate, Faculty Member, and Advisor of the Medical Wellness Association.
KH: What got you interested in creating a product for Alzheimer’s disease? Did it happen by intention or by accident (i.e., you gave something a product and their cognition improved)?
JL: My research in polysaccharides was due entirely to meeting two people: Dr. Reg McDaniel (aloe vera) and Ms. Barbara Kimley (rice bran). Both of them came into my life about 20 years ago and shared with me their incredible stories about their own journeys using these two particular nutrients; neither of whom knew the other. Dr. Reg in particular had been working with the aloe polysaccharides for over 20 years before meeting me, and he had been working on various formulas with these polysaccharides in many different diseases and disorders (health challenges). When he and I met, we had the opportunity to run a clinical trial in Alzheimer’s based on some of his previous work with those patients anecdotally. He gave a lecture at a conference about his work, and a lady in the audience decided to donate money to research to advance the work. I happened to be in the right place at the right time at the University of Miami to conduct the research, as Dr. Reg was not affiliated with a university or research organization. We put the formula together for the study and the rest is history (as they say), so this was totally by accident for me, but it has been career- and life-altering.
JL: The APMC formula is now called Daily Brain Care by Dr Lewis Nutrition®. The study began around 2009, so this is now going on almost 20 years of working with this formula. I came up with the original APMC name to be generic for scientific purposes, but also to denote the importance of the aloe polysaccharide component and also that it contains other (hence, multi) nutrients. It was not meant to be a magic bullet or a one-nutrient product that is so typical of the Big Pharma approach, but rather to supply many different nutrients and compounds that are typically missing in the modern diet. So, in addition to the aloe polysaccharides, it contains stabilized rice bran, golden flaxseed, sunflower lecithin, dioscorea, tart cherry, NAC, Ultra Terra clay, IP-6, citric acid, and vanilla; all with unique and powerful contributions to the overall efficacy of the product. The first reference you mentioned above was the first of four papers we have published from this study; all with unparalleled effects in the scientific literature in this patient population.
KH: Why did you want to do this study?
JL: This study represented an opportunity for me to take a step in my journey not only as a scientist, but as an eventual proponent of the power of aloe and rice bran polysaccharides. Based on the entirety of our research at the University of Miami (not even including all of the other research being conducted by others around the world on these polysaccharides), I am confident that these polysaccharides are unlike just about anything else that Mother Nature provides us for a healing effect, with the possible exception of properly formulated curcumin. Otherwise, nothing else comes close in my experience. Running this study on Alzheimer’s also provided me with the opportunity to now say that no other study in this patient population comes close to showing what we have demonstrated with our dietary supplement.
KH: When you created this product did you plan it to be a general health enhancer or did you know this would help the brain specifically in improving cognition?If so for cognition what mechanisms of action did you think this product would enhance?
JL: This formula was going to be about general overall health, particularly for immune function and inflammation based on a lot of previous work. We were optimistic that the cognitive function of Alzheimer’s patients would improve based on some anecdotal evidence, but we were not certain of that till we ran the study. We also did not know what specific mechanisms of action would be affected till we ran the study, and then when we showed the change in brain derived neurotrophic factor, the clinical (cognitive) change made sense. We still have more ideas about mechanisms of action, and we are about to get some of those answers in an upcoming analysis of our samples.
KH: Can you tell us about your study and the basic results?
JL: In a sample of Alzheimer’s patients (average age = 79.9 years) with moderate to severe disease diagnosed for at least 1 year taking the equivalent of 4 scoops per day of Daily Brain Care for 12 months:
a) According to the ADAS-cog cognition scale (the gold standard for assessing cognition in dementia), cognitive function clinically (>4 points) and statistically (p<0.05) significantly improved from baseline to 9 and 12 months follow-up
b) Interleukin-4 (IL-4), tumor necrosis factor-alpha (TNF-α), and vascular endothelial growth factor significantly decreased from baseline to 12 months follow-up indicating improved inflammatory status, potentially suggesting mechanistic explanations of reversals of neurodegeneration and neuroinflammation that are hallmarks of this disease
c) The CD4+/CD8+ ratio significantly improved from baseline to 12 months follow-up, suggesting overall immune function was enhanced, while simultaneously reversing immune senescence (aging) and systemic inflammation
d) The percentage of CD14+ monocytes (a marker of adult stem cells) significantly improved from baseline to 12 months by just under 300%, suggesting another mechanistic explanation for why the clinical (cognitive) improvements were observed
e) Brain-derived neurotrophic factor modestly improved from baseline to 12 months follow-up, which also helps to add mechanistic support for the clinical improvements that were observed, and its level was also related to improvements in cognitive and immune function and inflammation
f) The Th1/Th2 ratio, according to IL-2/IL-10, interferon-gamma (IFN-γ)/IL-10, IL-2/IL-4, IFN-γ/IL-4, IL-2/TNF-α, and IFN-γ/TNF-α, was significantly higher than in healthy controls at baseline, five of the six ratios decreased from baseline to 12 months follow-up (other than IL-2/TNF-α), and several significant relationships were noted between the changes in Th1/Th2 ratios with cognitive assessments
KH: How did you figure out a dosing for this combination product? Were you studying their singular effects on cognition first and then put them together or just put them together from the beginning?
JL: Dosing was based on a combination of what Dr. Reg had used in previous formulations combined with what other studies had shown to be efficacious doses for particular ingredients. The ingredients were combined from the beginning of the study.
KH: Were there any side effects with this APMC supplement?
JL: A couple of subjects noted a slight loose stool at the beginning of the study, which has rarely occurred in other cases outside the study (e.g., customers purchasing the product). This is almost assuredly a detox reaction to the chelators in the formula, i.e., the Ultra Terra clay, NAC, and citric acid. I cannot entirely rule out that these rare cases might have a legitimate allergy or sensitivity to one or more of the ingredients, but these reports have been so exceedingly rare. When this type of reaction occurs, I explain that this means that the product is actually working to detox out things that should not be there, and if the dose is decreased and slowly increased, then the detox will be much gentler to the point of almost not noticing it. Unfortunately, some people are not that patient and would prefer not to deal with it. Otherwise, Daily Brain Care is completely safe for all ages and it is appropriate for anyone who wants to have better health. I have been taking it for over 10 years, Mom has been on it for about 13 years, both my children started taking it when they were 6 months old, and my wife started taking it when she was pregnant with our first child.
KH: How much does it cost a month? Because you are looking at it as a lifetime supplement essentially?
KH: How would you like to study this topic in the future? What is your dream study?
JL: We are in the process of conducting more research on our frozen samples from the first study. Next, we hope to run a new clinical trial in Alzheimer’s disease that would include many more biomarkers than what we included in the first study. We will hopefully conduct research in other areas as well, e.g., type 2 diabetes, cancer, and heart disease.
KH: Do you have any further comments you would like to make?
JL: The polysaccharides in Daily Brain Care are incomparable to any other nutrient to my knowledge. This product also has more research supporting it than arguably any other product on the market. Also, it is appropriate for anyone, not just people concerned about brain health because every cell in the body utilizes these nutrients.
KH: Tell about your optimal lifestyle habits that would go along with this supplement to optimize its effectiveness in improving cognition? Diet, exercise, sleep etc.
JL: I have been eating a whole-food, plant-based diet for 27 years. I work out nearly every day, particularly high-intensity weight training. As a former drug-free, competitive bodybuilder, this is the type of exercise that I prefer. I have never used tobacco, and I do not drink any alcohol (for about the last 15 years). I try to sleep 6-8 hours per night, but that is currently a bit difficult due to our 16-month-old son who sleeps with me. I also drink clean filtered water.
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Animal Rehabilitation, Acupuncture and Integrative Veterinary Medicine…A Life Dream Comes True...An Interview with Dr. Justine Ma, DVM
Thursday, March 19, 2026 • Duration 52:34
Animal Rehabilitation, Acupuncture and Integrative Veterinary MedicineJustine Ma, DVMCalifornia Animal Rehabilitation2237 Colby AvenueLos Angeles, CA 90064Phone (310) 998-CARE | (310) 998-2273, Fax: (310) 998-2274JMa@CalAnimalRehab.com(Overview, Summary and Outline created by ChatGPT from interview transcript edited by Kirk Hamilton PA)
Interview Overview…
In this Staying Healthy Today interview, Kirk Hamilton, PA, speaks with Justine Ma, DVM, about her path into veterinary medicine and her specialized work in animal rehabilitation, acupuncture, and integrative veterinary care. Dr. Ma explains that her commitment to animal medicine began in adolescence after being bitten while volunteering at a humane society, an experience that deepened rather than discouraged her desire to help animals. She trained at UC Davis, initially considered public health, and later pursued acupuncture certification through Chi University (Florida) while working in small animal practice, driven by a growing sense that conventional veterinary medicine alone often falls short for chronic conditions and that a broader, more integrative toolkit could better serve patients. She now works at a rehabilitation-focused veterinary practice where acupuncture is used alongside physical therapy and other rehabilitation modalities. Throughout the interview, Dr. Ma underscores the importance of individualized care, teamwork between veterinarians, rehab staff, and pet owners, and the growing demand for integrative veterinary medicine, while also sharing that her larger mission now includes educating the public through social media so pet owners can better understand that options like rehabilitation and acupuncture can meaningfully improve animals’ quality of life.
Interview Summary, Outline and Key Points…
This interview explains how integrative veterinary medicine combines conventional veterinary care with supportive therapies such as acupuncture, rehabilitation, physical therapy, selected supplements, and sometimes herbs or nutrition guidance to help animals recover function, reduce pain, and improve quality of life. Dr. Justine Ma describes how animal rehabilitation is especially valuable for pets recovering from surgery, disc injuries, arthritis, weakness, age-related mobility decline, neurologic problems, or congenital gait and coordination issues. She explains that acupuncture is often used as one part of a larger treatment plan and may help improve comfort, mobility, relaxation, and overall well-being. Rehabilitation programs may also include massage, stretching, joint mobilization, laser therapy, pulsed electromagnetic therapies, underwater treadmill, pool work, land treadmill exercise, and customized strengthening or coordination exercises. A major theme of the discussion is that successful improvement usually requires teamwork: the veterinarian evaluates the pet, the rehab team applies therapies, and the owner continues exercises, activity modification, and other recommendations at home. Dr. Ma also notes that diet, supplements, medications, and environmental support may all matter, and that treatment plans are individualized based on the animal’s diagnosis, severity, response, and owner resources.
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Microplastics: Health Effects on the Brain and Vascular Systems, Food and Environmental Sources, Prevention and Reducing Your "Plastic Load"
Microplastic’s Effects on Human Health, Food and Environmental Sources and How to Reduce Your Intake and Body Burden.
(Summary of interview transcript generated by otter.AI and ChatGPT edited by Kirk Hamilton PA / Slide presentation follows Summary, Key Points and Outline Below)
SUMMARY
In this interview, Kirk Hamilton hosts Dr. Hana Kahleova—an endocrinologist and Director of Clinical Research at the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM)—to discuss the emerging problem of microplastics and their human health implications. Dr. Kahleova outlines her medical background, research credentials in diabetes and plant-based nutrition, and then details recent scientific findings on the presence of microplastics in human tissues, associations with chronic disease, primary exposure pathways (with marine food sources being predominant), and potential dietary strategies to mitigate absorption or toxicity of microplastics.
Key research highlighted includes autopsy studies showing microplastic accumulation in human brain tissue (with higher levels observed in dementia cases), vascular studies linking microplastics in atherosclerotic plaque elevating cardiovascular risk, and laboratory findings suggesting fiber and plant compounds may help reduce microplastic bioavailability and enhance removal.
Dr. Kahleova emphasizes that microplastics are ubiquitous in the environment but exposure can be reduced by limiting seafood intake, avoiding hot food contact with plastics, and using non-plastic storage and cooking materials. Dr. Kahleova further discusses evidence that plant-derived fibers and anthocyanin-rich foods may bind or block microplastic activity, potentially reducing endocrine disruption and metabolic effects.
The interview concludes with practical recommendations: reduce direct sources (especially contaminated seafood and heated plastic contact), consume high-fiber and colorful plant foods, and adopt glass or stainless-steel food storage strategies.
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"Count Your Blessings"...The "Gift" of My Colon Cancer Journey Using Repurposed Drugs, Nutraceuticals, IV Vit C, Diet, Meditation, and Yes Surgery, Working Daily to Create My Thoughts and Emotions...
"Should The U.S. Ban Transplant Tourism To China?” "Is China's Forced Organ Harvesting A Threat to U.S. National Security?" An Interview with Neal Dunn, MD (Congressman, FL)
Thursday, December 4, 2025 • Duration 24:43
Congressman Neal Dunn (M.D.)Washington, DC Office466 Cannon House Office BuildingWashington, DC 20515Phone: 202-225-5235Sidney.wier@mail.house.gov
(Transcript summary and key points are generated by Otter.AI and then edited by Kirk Hamilton PA)
Summary…Kirk Hamilton PA hosts Congressman Neil Dunn (MD/Urologist) to discuss the US banning transplant tourism to China and the threat of forced organ harvesting by the Chinese Communist Party. Dunn highlights that China has been trafficking organs from Falun Gong practitioners and others for over a decade, with estimates suggesting 60,000-100,000 victims annually. Dunn emphasizes the need for US legislation to prevent post-operative care for transplant patients returning from China or from unverified sources and to block the import of organs from China or unverified sources. He also notes the bipartisan support for these measures and the importance of public awareness and international cooperation to combat this issue.
Action Items…
* Pass the BLOCK Act to prevent the purchase of organs from China and prohibit post-transplant care in the U.S. for those who receive organs from unverified sources in China.
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Scientific Proof That a Week-Long Intensive Meditation Retreat Can Change Brain Structure and Metabolism, Create Endogenous Drug-Like Compounds and Enhance Non-Touch Healing...
Sunday, November 30, 2025 • Duration 36:49
Can A Weeklong Intensive Meditation Program Change Our Brain Structure & Metabolism, Create Drug-Like Compounds and Enhance Non-Touch Healing? - An Interview with Hemal Patel, PhD
(Interview transcript summary generated by Otter.AI edited my Kirk Hamilton PA)Study Overview… Dr. Hemal Patel discussed a study on the effects of a week-long meditation program, involving 20 participants who underwent fMRI (functional magnetic resonance imaging), EEGs, brain wave and blood tests. The program included 30 hours of meditation, 20 hours of lectures, and 5 hours of “coherence healings.” Results showed increased glucose metabolism, neurite growth, and inflammation regulation. Blood tests revealed elevated BDNF and opioids, suggesting neuron growth and pain relief respectively. The study also noted changes in tryptophan metabolism, indicating potential effects on serotonin, melatonin and their metabolite levels which can have drug-like effects. Future studies will explore these findings in larger, more diverse populations, including those with chronic diseases and aging populations (70+).Explore the impact of meditation on tryptophan metabolism by imaging tryptophan levels in the brain during fMRI.
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“Turning Off the Faucet” at Our Southern Border Is Not Enough! What Really Needs to Be Done Immediately to Stop the Invasion and Secure All Our Borders? An Interview with Michael Yon and...
Saturday, November 22, 2025 • Duration 01:41:04
Summary, Action Items and Key Points from Kirk Hamilton’s Interview with Michael Yon (Generated by Otter.AI from interview transcript then edited by Kirk Hamilton PA)Summary…Kirk Hamilton hosts Michael Yon, former Green Beret and Special Forces soldier and renown combat correspondent, to discuss the U.S.’s southern border crisis. Yon emphasizes the need to defund the United Nations and NGOs, particularly those involved in international migration (invasion), and to close the Darien Gap in Panama, which he claims the U.S. has kept open. Yon highlights China’s influence in Panama, including the construction of a new bridge over the Panama Canal and the establishment of a highway through the Darien Gap. Yon also discusses the strategic importance of the Panama Canal and the need for a comprehensive plan to secure U.S. borders, including addressing drug trafficking and deporting illegal immigrants. The discussion centers on the impact of drugs, particularly marijuana, on society and the role of China in global drug trafficking. Yon argues that drugs like marijuana are weapons (and alcohol) used to destroy cultures, citing historical examples and current practices. He highlights China’s extensive marijuana farms in the U.S. and its influence on drug policies. The conversation also touches on the broader implications of drug use, including its psychological effects and the role of media and information campaigns in shaping public perception. Yon emphasizes the need for leadership and organization to combat this issue effectively.
Action Items
* Defund the United Nations and all major NGOs involved in the mass migration issue.
* Secure the Darien Gap by closing it off, even if it requires dismissing military generals who claim it cannot be done.
* Assemble a team of military, intelligence, and business leaders to develop a comprehensive plan to secure the Panama Canal and the surrounding region.
* Implement strict measures to prevent the hiring of illegal immigrants and deport those who have overstayed their visas.
* Conduct information campaigns to counter the narratives and supplied answers being used to justify the mass migration (invasion) and recreational drug use.
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"An Inconvenient Study"... if this childhood vaccine study is ever published it could change everything about medicine and our government's (and elected official's) relationship with big pharma...
Tuesday, November 18, 2025 • Duration 13:53
Highlights…
“An Inconvenient Study” is a “must watch” award winning film by Dale Bigtree former producer of the CBS show “The Doctors” revealing that a large study at Henry Ford Health in over 18,000 children showed those who were vaccinated had considerably more chronic diseases and health issues than those who were non-vaccinated…but it was not published. An Inconvenient Study is a free movie (also watch trailer and Del’s Take) , though Bigtree rightly asks for donations about the unpublished study by lead investigator and infectious disease specialist Marcus Zervos, MD of the Henry Ford Health. A must watch film that goes “hand in glove” with reviewing the McCullough Foundation Report: Determinants of Autism Spectrum Disorder. The common thread that tips the balance of the multiple determinants of childhood chronic disease, ADHD and autism may be the large vaccine load in the first decade of life. It’s all coming together.
This may seem like an odd statement in that the Covid pandemic and the mRNA mass vaccination program, along with massive censorship, is/was collectively a gift that has awakened a sleeping world, hopefully a sleeping giant to demand transparency, stop censorship, the right to control our bodies and the elite powers that were and are trying herd us under their control. Awareness must happen first before we can fight for our independence, freedom and survival.
VACCINE INJURY - Vaccines, Amen: The Religion of Vaccines. An interview with the author Aaron Siri. Peter A. McCullough, MD, MPH, Focal Points (Courageous Discourse), Nov 07, 2025. Comment: An excellent and very informative interview by Dr. McCullough with lawyer Aaron Siri who represents vaccine injured patients as he goes through Siri’s new book, “Vaccines Amen.”1) A must read written my lawyer Aaron Siri who defends vaccine injured individuals and their families. 2) A perfect complement to this book is “” by Peter McCullough, MD and John Leake.
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Food Elimination the Most Powerful Tool in Medicine...A Case of Eggs Causing Vertigo...A Life Changer...
Sunday, November 9, 2025 • Duration 16:34
Highlights…
Discussed in this video post is a patient’s recovery from vertigo and dizziness by eliminating eggs from her diet, highlighting the importance of simple food elimination as a very powerful, but low tech tool in medicine. Highlighted is the McCullough Foundation’s Report on autism, emphasizing its multi-factorial determinants, including vaccines (and load), environmental toxins, parents conception age, triggering febrile seizures and maternal medications. Stressed is the impact of early life antibiotic use on the gut flora and long-term health, as well as gut derived fungal metabolites triggering some cases of autism discovered in organic acid testing. There is a link between genetically prown poor oral health and brain health. A study shows the benefits of vitamin D and probiotics in reducing migraine frequency and the impact of “digital dementia” from excessive screen time is reviewed.
Staying Healthy Today Show – Kirk Hamilton, PAC
Episode Summary and Outline: Vertigo, Autism Determinants, Brain Health, and Nutritional Insights (Summary and outline of transcript generated by Otter.AI run through Chat.GPT then edited by Kirk Hamilton PA-C)
Introduction
Kirk Hamilton, PA-C, host of The Staying Healthy Today Show, shares clinical insights and current topics in integrative and preventive medicine. In this episode, he discusses:
* A compelling case study on vertigo and food elimination (eggs especially)
* Broader reflections on nutrition, fasting, and cognitive health
1. Case Study: Vertigo Resolved by Food Elimination
A 61-year-old female patient who initially came for hormone management but had a complex medical history:
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Key Points
1. Integrative veterinary medicine uses more than one tool
Treatment may combine:
* Conventional veterinary medicine
* Acupuncture
* Physical rehabilitation
* Exercise therapy
* Supplements
* Selected medications
* Nutrition support
* Home care strategies
2. Rehabilitation can help many kinds of pets
Animals problems that may benefit include pets with:
* Arthritis and age-related stiffness
* Weakness or poor coordination
* Postsurgical recovery needs
* Spinal disc injuries or neurologic deficits
* Mobility problems after injury
* Congenital or developmental gait problems
* Slipping, difficulty rising, or decreased endurance
3. Acupuncture is often part of a broader plan
Acupuncture may be used to:
* Reduce discomfort
* Improve mobility
* Support recovery
* Help calm some animals
* Complement physical therapy and home exercise
4. Improvement usually takes time
A pet may show early improvement after a few sessions, but meaningful reassessment is often done after several weeks. Progress depends on:
* The diagnosis
* How severe the condition is
* How often treatment is done
* Whether home exercises are followed
* The pet’s overall health
5. Home care matters
Clinic visits alone are usually not enough. Owners often need to continue:
* Prescribed exercises
* Safe activity modification
* Medication schedules
* Supplement plans
* Environmental changes at home
6. Nutrition may affect inflammation and recovery
Diet may play a role in:
* Inflammation
* Allergies
* Weight management
* Healing
Dr. Ma emphasizes that nutrition can be important, but recommendations should be practical and individualized.
7. Treatment plans are individualized
Not every pet needs the same frequency, therapies, medications, or supplements. Good care depends on regular re-evaluation and adjusting the plan as the animal improves or struggles.
Common Therapies Mentioned
* Acupuncture
* Massage/manual therapy
* Stretching
* Joint mobilization
* Laser therapy
* Pulsed electromagnetic field therapy
* Underwater treadmill
* Pool therapy
* Land treadmill
* Strengthening and coordination exercises
* Home exercise programs
Medications and Supportive Care Mentioned
Dr. Ma notes that some pets may also need conventional medications, depending on the case. Examples discussed include:
* Gabapentin for pain, especially nerve-related pain, and sometimes mild calming
* Trazodone for anxiety before appointments in some animals
* Adequan as a joint-supportive injectable option in certain arthritis cases
* NSAIDs may be used in some pets, but monitoring is important
Bottom Line
Animal rehabilitation and acupuncture can be valuable tools for pets dealing with pain, mobility problems, surgical recovery, neurologic issues, or age-related decline. The best outcomes usually come from a combined approach that includes professional treatment, home exercises, thoughtful medication or supplement use, and close communication between the owner and veterinary team.
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* Practice, Persistence and Patience - My Favorite. The first story of transformation that “jumped out” at me before my cancer and then the first one “sent” to me after my cancer diagnosis. A physician cures herself of a rare, life threatening sarcoma after chemo, radiation and alternative therapies had been tried.
II. Context of Topic: Microplastics and HealthA. Definition and relevanceB. Rising scientific and public health interestC. Dr. Kahleova’s entry point into topic via key autopsy study
III. Evidence of Microplastic Accumulation in HumansA. Autopsy study results (University of New Mexico)
* Sample: 24 human brains
* Major findings:
* Average ~7 grams of microplastics per brain (≈ plastic spoon)
* Polyethylene and polypropylene most common
* Trend data:
* Microplastic content increasing over time in human tissues
* Dementia association:
* Brains of dementia patients contained higher amounts
* Association only; causality not established
IV. Cardiovascular Disease AssociationsA. Study of 300+ patients undergoing carotid endarterectomy
* Microplastics detected in ~50% of plaques
* Outcomes during 3-year follow-up:
* Those with microplastics had 4.5× greater risk of stroke, MI, or death
* Mechanistic considerations:
* Microplastics may carry toxins
* Potential inflammatory or vascular injury pathways
V. Endocrine Disruption and ObesityA. Microplastics as endocrine disruptorsB. Debate regarding causal role in weight gain and metabolic diseaseC. Hypothesized mechanisms:
* Hormone receptor interactions
* Transport of environmental toxins
* Inflammatory and oxidative stress signaling
VI. Primary Exposure PathwaysA. Environmental ubiquity
* Air, soil, freshwater, oceansB. Dietary vectors
* Seafood/fish (highest dietary source)
* Bioaccumulation via food chain (plankton → fish → humans)
* In a single ~3 oz serving: ~0.24 g microplastics(~½ a plastic straw)
* Plant foods
* Contain microplastics via soil/water exposure
* Much lower concentrations: ~1–3 particles per 100 gC. Other non-food exposures
* Water supplies
* Household dust
* Plastic consumer products
VII. Mitigation Through DietA. Fiber binding effects
* Lab study: groundwater with microplastics + complex carbs
* Fenugreek carbs removed ~89% of microplastics
* Okra carbs removed ~80%
* Implication: soluble fibers may bind microplastics in GI tractB. Anthocyanins & receptor blockade
* Compounds in purple/dark red fruits & vegetables (blueberries, blackberries, cherries, strawberries, purple potatoes)
* Mechanism: block microplastics from attaching to sex hormone receptors
VIII. Practical Lifestyle and Food Handling Recommendations
* Limit seafood (especially large or bottom-dwelling fish)
* Prefer wild-caught small fish if consumed
* Avoid microwaving plastics
* Avoid placing hot food into plastic containers
* Prefer glass and stainless steel
* Plastic lids acceptable if not contacting food
* Increase dietary fiber intake
* Increase anthocyanin-rich plant foods
* Emphasize whole-food plant-based eating
IX. Concluding PointsA. Microplastics cannot be completely avoidedB. Major exposures can be substantially reducedC. Dietary countermeasures may offer biological protectionD. Further human causal research is needed
(Slide presentation with permission from Hana Kahleova, MD, PhD / References, Key Takeaways and Bottom Line follow slide presentation)
* Microplastics are now measurable in human tissues, including brain and vascular plaque.
* Epidemiologic findings link microplastics with higher cardiovascular and neurodegenerative risk, though causality remains unproven.
* Fish and seafood are significant dietary sources.
* Plant foods contain lower levels and may provide protective compounds.
* Fiber and anthocyanin-rich foods may bind microplastics or block endocrine actions.
* Avoiding heated contact between plastics and food reduces immediate exposure.
BOTTOM LINEMicroplastic exposure is an emerging environmental health issue with early evidence linking tissue accumulation to adverse cardiovascular and neurocognitive outcomes. While causality is not established, clinicians can apply practical exposure-reduction counseling and dietary strategies that carry low risk and broader metabolic benefit.
* Practice, Persistence and Patience - My Favorite. The first story of transformation that “jumped out” at me before my cancer and then the first one “sent” to me after my cancer diagnosis. A physician cures herself of a rare, life threatening sarcoma after chemo, radiation and alternative therapies had been tried.
MICROPLASTICS - HEALTH RISK - REMOVAL WITH FOOD.Best Ways to Remove Microplastics From Your System. By Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine with Chuck Carroll, Hana Kahleova, MD, PhD, VUMEDI, December 16, 2025. Excellent, understandable and practical 23:52 min:sec video where Dr. Kahleova reviews the health risks of microplastics; how much we accumulate them in our bodies (ex. a plastic spoon full (7 gms) of microplastics in ones brain); food, cooking and storage sources of microplastics; clothing and microplastics; and reviews foods sources of compounds that are lower in microplastics and have compounds (like anthocyanins in berries ) in them that help remove microplastics from our bodies.
MCCULLOUGH FOUNDATION HIGHLIGHTS - Worth the 1:53 min:sec watch highlights from the McCullough Foundation’s Work in 2025 on treating early Covid, Covid Long Haul, Vaccine Harm, Autism and Congressional and Senate Testimonies.
VACCINE SCHEDULE - RESTRUCTURING - DENMARK - Comparing US CDC ACIP and Denmark Childhood Vaccine Schedules. Policy shift may lessen burden of vaccines on American children. Peter A. McCullough, MD, MPH, Focal Points (Courageous Discourse), Dec 26, 2025. “…The U.S. system prioritizes population‑wide immunologic saturation and corporate throughput, resulting in early and frequent exposures. Denmark’s model favors prudence—vaccinating later, less often, and focusing on diseases that pose proven, ongoing domestic threats…”
The efficacy and safety of low-dose colchicine (0.5 mg daily) have been primarily demonstrated in two landmark, large-scale, randomized controlled trials (RCTs):
* LoDoCo2 (Low-Dose Colchicine 2) Trial: Focused on patients with chronic stable CAD, this trial found that colchicine reduced the risk of MACE (a composite of cardiovascular death, spontaneous myocardial infarction, ischemic stroke, or urgent revascularization) by 31% over a median follow-up of 28.6 months when added to standard care, including statins.
* COLCOT (Colchicine Cardiovascular Outcomes Trial) Trial: Enrolled patients within 30 days after a myocardial infarction (heart attack). It demonstrated a 23% lower incidence of the primary composite cardiovascular endpoint over a median follow-up of 23 months.
Colchicine works as an anti-inflammatory drug, a key factor in treating atherosclerosis, which is recognized as an inflammation-driven disease. Its main actions include:
* Inhibiting the assembly and activation of the NLRP3 inflammasome, which reduces pro-inflammatory cytokines like interleukin-1β and interleukin-18.
* Disrupting microtubule polymerization, which hinders the migration and adhesion of neutrophils (a type of white blood cell involved in inflammation) to arterial walls.
These effects help stabilize atherosclerotic plaques and prevent their rupture, which is a common cause of heart attacks and strokes.
Clinical Use and Considerations
* Indications: Low-dose colchicine (0.5 mg/day) is approved as an adjunct therapy for secondary prevention in adults with established atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease or multiple risk factors.
* Safety Profile: Colchicine is generally well-tolerated at low doses. The most common side effects are gastrointestinal issues, such as diarrhea, which often resolve with continued use.
* Contraindications & Interactions: It should be avoided in patients with significant renal or liver dysfunction and used with caution with other drugs that share its metabolic pathways (e.g., certain antibiotics, antifungals, and some statins) to avoid toxicity.
Overall, studies confirm that for many high-risk patients on standard therapy (including statins), adding low-dose colchicine offers a significant, additional layer of protection against future cardiovascular events.
CANCER - VITAMIN D - PREVENTION -Vitamin D Could Prevent 30,000 Cancer Deaths Per Year in Germany Alone. Over 900 studies show anti-cancer activity of vitamin D across most cancer types, and randomized controlled trials demonstrate a ~13% reduction in cancer mortality. Nicolas Hulscher, MPH, Focal Points (Courageous Discourse), Dec 21, 2025.1) Vitamin D supplementation to the older adult population in Germany has the cost-saving potential of preventing almost 30,000 cancer deaths per year. “…vitamin D supplementation was estimated to prevent almost 30 000 cancer deaths per year at approximate costs of €900 million and savings of €1.154 billion, suggesting net savings of €254 million. Our results support promotion of supplementation of vitamin D among older adults as a cost-saving approach to substantially reduce cancer mortality…”2) The impact of vitamin D on cancer: A mini review. “…The majority of evidence suggests that low circulating vitamin D levels are associated with an increased risk of cancers, whereas supplementation alone or in combination with other chemo/immunotherapeutic drugs may improve clinical outcomes even further…”
* Practice, Persistence and Patience - My Favorite. The first story of transformation that “jumped out” at me before my cancer and then the first one “sent” to me after my cancer diagnosis. A physician cures herself of a rare, life threatening sarcoma after chemo, radiation and alternative therapies had been tried.
Kirk’s Commentary: I went down a bit of a “rabbit hole” asking AI the question regarding the number of childhood vaccine requirements before the age of 18 1) When I was born in 1957; 2) Then when my daughter was born in 1983; 3) and children today in 2025. I also asked AI about President Reagan’s signing of the National Childhood Vaccine Injury Act of 1986 (NCVIA) which many vaccines critiques believe was the “launching pad” for the “explosion” of childhood vaccines being recommended to children because it minimized liability to pharmaceutical companies for vaccine injury. When you just read the wording of it it sounds good as a public health policy for the consumer but in actuality it is just the opposite.
Note: It’s a bit confusing to get the “exact” amount of each individual’s vaccine accumulated dose given to the child before the age of 18, especially as combination products are included and boosters are sometimes recommended. The key point when you look at the vaccine schedules before the 1986 National Childhood Vaccine Injury Act then after, you start to see a steady and dramatic increase in the number and kinds of vaccines (and combinations and “load” risk) recommended that seem to be continually added to the schedule and start nearer to the day of birth. It’s appears obvious when the liability for vaccine injury was taken off the pharmaceutical companies that was the key to “opening the gates” of administering more vaccines to children not as a matter of public health, especially when you read the unpublished Henry Ford Study.
“In 1957, children in the United States were recommended to receive vaccines protecting against four diseases, totaling approximately nine doses before the age of 18.
1957 Recommended Childhood Vaccines and Doses
* Diphtheria, Tetanus, and Pertussis (DTP): This was a combination vaccine. The recommended schedule typically involved multiple doses in infancy and booster shots through childhood, totaling around 5-6 doses (e.g., at 2, 4, 6, and 18 months, and a booster at school entry).
* Polio: The Salk inactivated polio vaccine (IPV) had just become available in 1955 and was being rapidly adopted. Children generally received a series of doses (around 3-4 doses) as part of the primary schedule.
* Smallpox: Smallpox vaccination was also a routine part of the childhood schedule at the time, typically administered as a single dose with re-vaccination recommended every five years.
In total, this amounted to approximately nine doses of vaccines covering four diseases: diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis, polio, and smallpox. Measles, mumps, and rubella vaccines were not yet available or routinely recommended until the 1960s.” (Google AI Generated)
1983 - Number of Childhood Vaccines The Year My Daughter Was Born
”In 1983, children in the U.S. were recommended to receive 11 doses of vaccines by the age of 18, protecting against seven diseases.
The recommended vaccines at that time were:
* Diphtheria, Tetanus, and Pertussis (DTP): Administered as a combined shot, typically in a series of about 5-6 doses.
* Oral Poliovirus Vaccine (OPV): Taken orally, generally in a series of about 4 doses.
* Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (MMR): Administered as a combined shot.
The total schedule involved around four different vaccine products to protect against the seven diseases. In contrast, the 2025 schedule recommends vaccines against 18 diseases, totaling over 50 doses.” (Google AI Generated)
“At the time the NCVIA was passed, the routine childhood vaccination schedule included vaccines for the following diseases:
* Diphtheria, Tetanus, and Pertussis (DTP combined shot)
* Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (MMR combined shot)
* Polio (Oral Polio Vaccine or OPV)
This resulted in a total of 11 doses (seven injections and four oral doses) needed to be fully vaccinated.” (Google AI Generated)
2025 - Number of Childhood Vaccines A Child Born Today is Expected to Receive By The Age of 18
“…As of 2025, the routine childhood and adolescent immunization schedule recommended by the CDC protects against 18 different diseases and requires between 50 to 54 doses before the age of 18.
The exact number of doses can vary slightly depending on factors like:
* Which specific brand of combination vaccines is used.
* Whether the annual influenza vaccine is given.
* The exact age the series for vaccines like HPV is started.
The 18 diseases covered are:
* Chickenpox (Varicella)
* COVID-19
* Dengue
* Diphtheria, Tetanus, and Pertussis (Whooping Cough)
* Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib)
* Hepatitis A
* Hepatitis B
* Human Papillomavirus (HPV)
* Influenza (Flu)
* Measles, Mumps, and Rubella
* Meningococcal disease (serogroups ACWY and B)
* Pneumococcal disease
* Polio
* Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) (preventive antibody product for infants)
* Rotavirus” (Google AI Generated)
Common sense tells you something is not right with this ever increasing vaccine schedule noting the general health decline of our children. Yes the massive consumption of ultraprocessed foods, lack of exercise and addiction to electronics are probably major contributors to poor childhood health and future chronic disease, but the dramatic increase in number of vaccines recommended to our children since 1986 suggest economic and political forces between pharma and government, and world-wide Geo-politics that keep the “vaccine religion” going leading us to the Covid 19 mRNA vaccine debacle…By accident or intentional?
Also just below I HIGHLY RECOMMEND listening to this issue of the McCullough Report which reviews the forces behind the “Subtle but Huge” change on the CDC’s website on Nov. 19, 2025 regarding Autism and Vaccines (below).”…Key Points
* The claim “vaccines do not cause autism” is not an evidence-based claim because studies have not ruled out the possibility that infant vaccines cause autism.
* Studies supporting a link have been ignored by health authorities.
* HHS has launched a comprehensive assessment of the causes of autism, including investigations on plausible biologic mechanisms and potential causal links…”
It may seem like things are changing very slowly on the vaccine issue, but it’s happening. Just keep spreading the word. There is a “100th Monkey” out there soon.
Excellent Recent Books on Vaccine History, Safety and Policy…1) Vaccines, Amen: The Religion of Vaccines, September 4, 2025. A must read written by lawyer Aaron Siri who defends vaccine injured individuals and their families. Just reading the Introduction, Chapter 12 The “Science”, and Conclusion provides and abundant amount of information regarding the injustices knowingly perpetrated by vaccine manufactures and medical professionals against injured individual’s and there families and the “religiosity” regarding belief in vaccines from medical professionals and the ProVax public. Also in Chapter 12 he reviews the results of the Henry Ford Health unpublished study by Dr. Marcus Zervos and colleagues of 18,468 subjects (1957 non-vaxed and 16,511 vaxed) showing the vaccinated group compared to the non-vaccinated group had a 153% increased risk for asthma, 325% for autoimmune disease, 203% for atopic disease, 31% for eczema and 453% for neurodevelopmental disorders. (to get the % increase take the HR - 1 x 100% ). The overall probability for being FREE of a chronic health condition at the 10 year followup was 43% for the vaccinated group and 83% for the non-vaccinated individuals.2) A perfect complement to this book is Vaccines: Mythology, Ideology, and Reality , July 2025 by Peter McCullough, MD and John Leake. Excellent historical review of vaccine development from their inception to the present day through the debate on childhood vaccine injury, Autism, and through Covid 19 vaccine’s roll-out, lack of effectiveness, harm and probable creation as a bioweapon. Their “Vaccine History Timeline” is outstanding in-and-of itself highlighted in my opinion by the passage of the “1986 National Childhood Vaccine Injury Act” giving liability protection to vaccine makers in the event of their products causing injury or death and chronicling the Covid 19 vaccine creation, distribution and harm.
VACCINE HISTORY - VACCINE IDEOLOGY - SCIENCE - John Leake: The Demonic Rituals to Replicate God and Mankind’s New Religion of Science. Tucker Carlson Show, December 8, 2025. 1:59:54 YouTube Video. Comments: Very much worth the listen. John Leake’s historical acumen is outstanding. ”…John Leake explains the religion of vaccines, and why its adherents are dangerous…”Chapters:0:00 The Vaccine Hesitation Heresy 8:11 The Bribing of Churches to Promote the Covid Vaccine 14:20 The Religious Annunciation of the Vaccine 21:03 Vaccine Worship 33:58 Why Do Vaccine Developers Have Legal Immunity? 39:26 Tyrannical Humiliation Rituals 45:49 The Demonic Forces at Work in the Medical Industry 1:07:25 Lucifer, Pride, and Tribalism 1:25:44 Man’s Attempt to Replicate the Language of God 1:31:46 Are We Changing People’s Genetic Code? 1:48:46 The Original War on Handwashing 1:56:00 The Cancer Coverup of the 1950s
VACCINE COMPENSATION - ESTIMATES BANKRUPTING U.S. GOVERNMENT - Del Bigtrees’s Review of the History of 1996 Vaccine Compensation Act’s effect in the U.S. and how if vaccine injury payments would be paid out it would bankrupt the United States. THIS IS INCREDIBLY INFORMATIVE AND “MIND NUMBING” - A MUST WATCH. The only link I Could find was on “X” (Twitter). It is 29:10 min:sec. 1986 National Childhood Vaccine Injury Act (National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program VICA) came from the vaccine industry telling Ronald Reagan they could not make money and continue with vaccine production because of lawsuit payments from vaccine injury cases. This was not a denial that vaccine injury was occurring. So the act switched the liability to the Federal Government versus the individual pharmaceutical companies. Reagan did not want to get rid of vaccines and also he wanted to be prepared for future vaccines needed for bio-warfare protection. This was to be a “no fault” Federal Government program where the individual would be paid by the government through a tax supported system. Initially the Federal Government were paying for vaccine injury, like the development of Autism with compensation of 5 million dollars. The Federal Government didn’t realize how many cases that the pharmaceutical industry had against them with these payments of 5 million dollars. In 2000 there was 5000 cases of Autism to be compensated at 5 millions dollars per case (5000 x $5,000,000 = $25 BILLION). That could bankrupt parts of the government if all were paid. They created The Omnibus Autism Proceeding a special legal process within the U.S. Court of Federal Claims (the “Vaccine Court”) designed to efficiently handle thousands of claims alleging a link between vaccines and autism. The court selected six cases out of 5000 claims to evaluate the scientific evidence. If any one of these cases of Autism were found to be caused by vaccines then all 5000 cases would have their day in court to present their case. The Government’s incentive was to prove in court that none of these 6 Autism cases were caused by vaccines. The first case was thrown out. The second case was Hannah Poling daughter of a neurologist who worked at the same academic institution as expert vaccine witness Andrew Zimmerman, MD who didn’t believe that vaccines causes Autism. Dr. Jon Poling wouldn’t have believed that vaccines could cause Autism but it happened to his daughter. The Governments vaccine specialist and expert witness (Andrew Zimmerman, MD) look at Hannah’s case and stated that a mitochondrial disorder resulted in inflammation and encephalopathy and this could explain the development of Autism. Even though he was one of the world’s experts on vaccines (Dr. Zimmerman) Hannah’s case was settled separate from the pool of these 6 cases for atleast 20 million dollars. You will see Sanjay Gupta, MD CNN neurologist interview Dr. Jon Poling another neurologist who states that his daughter’s Autism was definitely triggered by vaccines probably through excess inflammation and subsequent encephalopathy caused by the vaccine load. Then latter you see him in clip where Dr. Gupta says “were are not sure what causes Autism but we know vaccines do not.” So Hannah Poling’s case was taken out of the vaccine injury cue of these 6 cases and settled separately. The lawyers told Dr. Andrew Zimmerman they would not be using him as an expert witness to testify when he told them that he believed Hannah’s Autism was caused by a mitochondrial defect and triggered by the vaccine. Another case was found to have a mitochondrial disorder but used Dr. Zimmerman’s old prior statements regarding vaccines not causing Autism (not his new awareness that some Autism could be triggered by vaccines if an individual had a mitochondrial defect) were used by Government lawyers to dismiss the claim. All the rest of the cases were treated in the same way using Dr. Zimmerman’s old statements even though he had changed his mind and was not allowed to be an expert witness (this is according to the story as told be Del Bigtree in this video).
Potentially the payout for those 5000 cases of Autism at 5 million per case would be “$25 BILLION”. This was in 2007. Right now there is only about $4-5 billion in the VICP trust! This was potentially just for Autism compensation not any other vaccine injury. This could possibly wipe out the CDC, HHS, USDA, FDA budgets or maybe even the U.S. Government itself. When Del shared these numbers with former Congressman Jason Chaffetz, Chaffetz said “Where does this end?” What would a 25 billion dollar bill in 2007 be now? And this was only for Autism injury from vaccines not other injuries?
Del Bigtree tries to bring these “mind blowing” figures to the present day. Just taking California which has an Autism rate of 1 in 19 children (Gov. Gavin Newsom says it’s just because California has superior Autism screening mechanisms not because California with its strict vaccination laws is creating more Autism). If we extrapolate that incidence to all the children in the United States (73,100,000) with California’s Autism diagnostic rate (1 in 19) that is ~ 3.85 million cases of Autism in the United States. The cost of raising those children with Autism (5 million per case) is an estimate 19 trillion 237 billion dollars. The present U.S. national debt is over 38 trillion (Bigtree said 30 trillion). Add 20 trillion to this just for Autism? That’s a 58 trillion dollars in debt! This might bankrupt the country. Even if half that compensation was given for vaccine injury, this alone could possibly bring down countries economically.
Also in this video lawyer Aaron Siri (Amen, Vaccine) is getting a deposition from vaccine expert Dr. Kathryn Edwards, August 25, 2020. She is asked whether there is any studies for a variety of individual vaccines showing they cause autism. She says no. Then he asks if there are any studies that show vaccines don’t cause autism. She says also says no.
Del Bigtree leaves the audience with the question that if our U.S. Government and the governments of the world do the studies on vaccines and Autism or on other vaccine induced injuries do they already know the cost to their country to compensate these vaccine injured people is not feasible to pay back because it would bankrupt their countries? TREMENDOUSLY THOUGHT PROVOKING twenty-nine minute video. Hope you have “X” to watch the this 29 minute video…Comment: This was a hard video to summarize. Listen to the numbers and dates there is a lot of them! I hope I got most of them right.
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* Practice, Persistence and Patience - My Favorite. The first story of transformation that “jumped out” at me before my cancer and then the first one “sent” to me after my cancer diagnosis. A physician cures herself of a rare, life threatening sarcoma after chemo, radiation and alternative therapies had been tried.
* Raise the issue of China’s forced organ harvesting with the Chinese government during diplomatic negotiations.
* Investigate and shut down any Chinese police stations operating illegally in the United States.
Introduction and Purpose of the Show…
* The show topic is whether the US should ban transplant tourism to China and whether China’s forced organ harvesting poses a threat to US national security.
* Kirk Hamilton welcomes Congressman Neil Dunn from Florida, a urologist and military veteran, to discuss these issues.
* Kirk Hamilton emphasizes the importance of addressing the moral issue of forced organ harvesting and its potential impact on the US.
Congressman Neil Dunn’s Perspective on China’s Organ Harvesting…
* Congressman Neil Dunn, thanks Kirk Hamilton for using his platform to publicize the issue of forced organ harvesting in China.
* Congressman Dunn describes the horrifying nature of China’s practice of murdering people and trafficking their organs to preferred individuals.
* He compares China’s actions to the Holocaust, emphasizing the moral equivalence of the two atrocities.
* Congressman Dunn mentions that China has been engaging in this practice for over 10 years, targeting Falun Gong practitioners and others.
Details of China’s Organ Harvesting Practices…
* Kirk Hamilton discusses the peaceful nature of Falun Gong practitioners and their persecution by the Chinese Communist Party (CCP).
* Congressman Dunn explains the process of organ harvesting in China, where individuals can schedule heart or lung transplants (or other organs) and the donor is killed to provide the organs on the date requested.
* Kirk Hamilton notes that Falun Gong practitioners are often targeted for their healthy lifestyle, healthy bodies and younger age.
* Congressman Dunn shares his personal experience as a urologist harvesting organs and doing organ transplants, highlighting the legal and morally defensible way organs are harvested in the US from brain-dead donors.
Challenges in Addressing the Issue…
* Kirk Hamilton asks Congressman Dunn about the difficulty of sharing this issue with legislative colleagues and the ongoing bills addressing it.
* Congressman Dunn expresses partial satisfaction that the issue is finally gaining traction on Capitol Hill, with several dozen members of Congress engaging in the conversation and proposing bills.
* Kirk Hamilton notes the potential for bipartisan support on this issue, which could be a unifying them and effort in a divided country.
* Congressman Dunn emphasizes the need for action to tackle the problem, as there is no one defending China’s actions.
Academic and Medical Institutions’ Role…
* Kirk Hamilton questions whether academic institutions and medical professionals in the US have turned a blind eye to China’s organ harvesting practices.
* Congressman Dunn confirms that the US trained China’s initial generation of transplant surgeons and immunologists, which helped China establish its organ trafficking industry.
* Now the Chinese do more organ transplants that the United States and have gotten very proficient at it and don’t need more training from outside sources.
* He mentions a bill he managed to pass through Congress that prevented academic institutions from training transplant surgeons from China years ago.
* Kirk Hamilton inquires about the involvement of other countries, such as South Korea, in transplant tourism to China.
Legislation and Enforcement….
* Congressman Dunn explains his bill, The Block Act, which aims to prevent organ transplant tourism to China and prohibit post-operative care for those who receive organs from unverified sources.
* The bill also targets specific organs, such as bone grafts and corneal grafts, that can be preserved and shipped from China to the US.
* Kirk Hamilton and Congressman Dunn discuss the potential for a black market of physicians in the US to use these organs, which Congressman Dunn finds hard to believe and doubts.Congressman Dunn emphasizes the importance of enforcement and penalties for those involved in organ trafficking.
* Congressman Dunn raises concerns about China’s biological warfare capabilities and the potential threat to US national security with data gathered by the CCP on Americans.
* Congressman Dunn explains that China is actively gathering genomic data on populations in the free world to develop tailored pathogens.
Select Committee on Competition with the Chinese Communist Party…
* Kirk Hamilton inquires about the role of the Select Committee on Competition with the Chinese Communist Party in addressing these issues.
* Congressman Dunn explains that the committee focuses on competition with China, not war, and emphasizes that the Chinese people are victims of their own government.
* The committee has been successful in promoting bipartisan cooperation, with almost unanimous support for its initiatives.
* Congressman Dunn highlights the importance of public awareness and the role of media in spreading information about China’s actions.
Challenges and Future Steps…
* Kirk Hamilton asks about the timeline for The Block Act to be implemented and its potential impact.
* Congressman Dunn explains that the bill is expected to be voted on by the end of the year, with enforcement starting on January 1, 2027.
* Kirk Hamilton and Congressman Dunn discuss the broader implications of China’s actions, including the infiltration of various sectors in the U.S. and the need for vigilance.
* Congressman Dunn expresses gratitude for Kirk Hamilton’s efforts in publicizing the issue and emphasizes the importance of continued advocacy and awareness.
International and National Security Implications…
* Kirk Hamilton asks about the involvement of other countries, such as Ukraine and Russia, in organ harvesting.
* Congressman Dunn is unaware of Ukraine’s involvement but notes that Russians are afraid to travel to China for transplants due to the risks.
‘The Chinese regime is “committing genocide” to sustain its made-to-order organ transplant industry, the congressman says.’
A NUTRITIONAL, FUNCTIONAL AND LIFESTYLE MEDICINE APPROACH TO ASSESSING AND TREATING CHRONIC DISEASES
Summary (Video transcript summary and key points are generated by Otter.AI and then edited by Kirk Hamilton PA)
Kirk Hamilton PA, host of the Staying Healthy Today show, discusses his 43-year approach to patient workup from a nutritional, functional, and lifestyle medicine perspective. He emphasizes identifying complaints without disease labels and examining health across decades, focusing on gut and immune system issues. Hamilton conducts detailed diet, exercise, and environmental histories, including mold exposure. He performs extensive blood testing, including vitamins, minerals, and hormones, and recommends elimination diets and IV therapies. He advocates for a holistic approach, using elimination diet and the fasting mimicking diets (ProlonLife.com) and antifungal trials, and prefers to address hormone therapy after addressing overall health.
Key Points…
* Conduct detailed patient history, including each decade of life.
* Gather diet, exercise, environmental, and social history.
* Order appropriate blood tests, including fats, vitamins, minerals, blood sugar indices, inflammation markers and hormones.
* Recommend an elimination diet, often removing wheat, dairy, eggs, sugar, alcohol, and caffeine and/or the fasting mimicking diet.
* Consider using intravenous vitamin C, vitamins, mineral and B-vitamin injections.
* Document patient’s progress and follow up regularly.
OutlinePatient Workup Overview…
* Kirk Hamilton introduces himself as the host of the Staying Healthy Today show, focusing on nutrition, prevention, integrative, and lifestyle medicine.
* He explains the importance of understanding how to work up a patient from a nutritional, functional, and lifestyle medicine perspective from his 43 years of practicing integrative medicine.
* The first step is to ask patients what complaints they want to address without focusing on disease labels.
* Kirk emphasizes viewing health as spokes on a wheel with the goal of tightening the spokes to make the whole wheel turn more smoothly.
* Kirk goes through each decade of life looking for health insults, especially potential immune or gut issues.
Identifying Health Issues Across Decades…
* Kirk discusses common health issues in different age groups, such as chronic ear infections in children and acne or sinus infections in teenagers (chronic infections in any age group)
* He highlights the impact of chronic antibiotics and a highly processed food diet on the microbiome, leading to long-term health problems.
* The importance of gut health is stressed, with a focus on the significant number of bacteria in the gut that outnumber the cells in our bodies.
* Kirk outlines the process of taking a diet history, including specific questions about breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, alcohol, and sugar consumption.
Exercise and Environmental Factors…
* Kirk emphasizes the importance of exercise, noting that those who exercise do much better in terms of health.
* He discusses the need to consider environmental factors, such as bedroom conditions, dust, pets, and mold.
* Kirk mentions his training in mold treatment and the challenges of dealing with mold in patients’ homes.
* Social history and stressors are also important, with Kirk asking about significant stressors in patients’ lives.
Testing and Laboratory Analysis…
* Kirk explains the extensive testing he conducts, including blood tests for vitamins, minerals, and blood sugar control.
* He highlights the importance of fasting insulin levels
* He notes a comprehensive metabolic profile (CMP) and complete blood count (CBC) are common tests for major diseases done by many physicians but these basic blood tests are insufficient for evaluating nutrition, metabolic, hormonal and inflammatory problems.
* Additional tests routinely are vitamin D, B1, zinc, RBC magnesium, CoQ10, essential fatty acids, and hormones if appropriate.
* Kirk prefers to address the whole picture rather than just hormones, emphasizing the need to generally work on overall health before considering hormone therapy.
Elimination Diet and Initial Treatment…
* After the initial visit while waiting for lab test to return (2-4 weeks) Kirk recommends an elimination diet removing wheat products, dairy, eggs, sugar, and caffeine on almost everyone to see if patients improve.
* He notes that MANY SERIOUS HEALTH issues can clear up with the elimination diet mentioned above and discusses the benefits of removing processed foods.
* Kirk allows the use of whole grains like quinoa or brown rice during the initial elimination period.
* He schedules follow-up appointments to review patients’ progress and adjust the diet based on blood work results and symptom improvement.
IV Therapy and Antifungal Treatment…
* Kirk is a big fan of IV therapy, including vitamin C infusions, multivitamin cocktails, and B vitamin injections.
* He explains the use of antifungal trials for patients with heavy past or recent antibiotic use especially with a history of sugar consumption, using antifungals like fluconazole and itraconazole, Nystatin tablets or powder, and probiotics are also used to address potential fungal loads effect gut and immune function and systemic symptoms.
* Kirk emphasizes the importance of therapeutic trials over stool exams for accurate assessment though he does do some stool exams.
Fasting Mimicking Diet and Reintroduction of Foods…
* Kirk advocates for the fasting mimicking diet, which involves eating a dairy, wheat, egg, and sugar-free pre-packaged diet ( www.ProlonLife.com ) for five days sometimes monthly for the first three to six months if the patient will comply.
* He highlights the benefits of the diet, including stimulating autophagy, reducing inflammation, and improving blood sugar and lipid levels.
* The fasting mimicking diet is used as both a test and a treatment to see how patients react to different foods.
* Kirk encourages especially paying attention to the reintroduction of common foods to identify any adverse reactions and adjust the diet accordingly. Attention to this process of reintroduction of foods can save thousands of dollars on additional testing and medical treatment.
* Kirk Hamilton believes the elimination diet and “conscious” re-challenge of foods is one of the most powerful, if not thee most powerful tool in medicine, that empowers the patient, can lead to dramatic symptom reduction and medical visits, and health expenditure savings, and puts the patient more in control of their own health.
Hormone Therapy and Patient Compliance…
* Kirk prefers to use hormone therapy after patients have worked on their overall health, especially in males over 60.
* He warns against suppressing natural hormone production in younger men and emphasizes the potential lifelong need for hormone therapy.
* Kirk spends a lot of time with patients, ensuring they follow the agreed-upon treatment plans and documenting their progress.
* He stresses the importance of patient compliance and regular follow-up to ensure effective treatment and improvement in health.
ADDENDUM TO VIDEO AND TRANSCRIPT SUMMARY - Kirk Hamilton PA has considerable experience treating Covid-19, Long Haul, Post Vaccine Syndrome and cancer (including his own) with a combination of repurposed drugs, nutraceuticals, diet, IV therapy and mind-body practices. The number and timing of Covid-19 vaccinations and reactions, Covid-19 spike protein IgG quantitative antibodies; the number, timing and severity of Covid infections and their sequelae are always part of Kirk’s initial assessment and plan.
BOWEL MOVEMENTS - HIGH LIGHT ACTIVITY - Associations Between Physical Activity and Gastrointestinal Transit Times in People with Normal Weight, Overweight, and Obesity (i.e. High light activity = Normal walking, light chores, routine movement) “…More time spent on physical activity at high light intensity was associated with more rapid colonic and whole gut transit time, independent of age, sex, and body fat, whereas other intensities of physical activity and gastrointestinal transit times were not associated…”
HAIR LOSS - Management of Hair Loss with ROOTS System. Key is to start early and get ahead of the problem. Peter A. McCullough, MD, MPH, Focal Points (Courageous Discourse), Dec 03, 2025.1) Role of vitamin D in hair loss: A short review. “Vitamin D is intricately involved in various signaling pathways of growth and differentiation of hair follicles. Most studies show an inverse relationship between serum vitamin D levels and non-scarring alopecias such as telogen effluvium, androgenetic alopecia, alopecia areata, and trichotillomania. Vitamin D deficiency is also associated with scarring alopecia…further studies are needed before vitamin D can be routinely recommended as a treatment modality in these conditions…”2) Micronutrients and Androgenetic Alopecia: A Systematic Review. “…Deficiencies or imbalances in specific vitamins and minerals, especially vitamin B, vitamin D, Fe, Se, and Zn are involved in the pathogenesis of AGA (adrogenic alopecia) and may represent modifiable risk factors…”3) Health Effects of Coconut Oil-A Narrative Review of Current Evidence. “…Coconut oil products may also be useful in preventing hair damage due to protein loss during grooming processes and ultraviolet (UV) exposure; however, more studies are needed to confirm this effect…”4) Signaling pathways in hair aging.”…Androgens, particularly DHT, have a substantial impact on HFs (hair follicles), contributing to diseases such as MPHL (male pattern hair loss). Estrogens, on the other hand, play a crucial role in promoting HF growth as well as protecting HFs from antioxidant damage. Chronic stress-induced hormones such as cortisol also account for hair aging.…In conclusion, hair aging is a complex process influenced by numerous factors… These processes can be attributable to oxidative stress, hormonal imbalance, inflammation, and DNA damage…”
* Practice, Persistence and Patience - My Favorite. The first story of transformation that “jumped out” at me before my cancer and then the first one “sent” to me after my cancer diagnosis. A physician cures herself of a rare, life threatening sarcoma after chemo, radiation and alternative therapies had been tried.
Conduct a second fMRI study on a larger group of older adults (70+) and include location-specific controls.
Design experiments using model systems like plants, C. elegans, and Drosophila (two invertebrate model organisms widely used in biological research, especially in developmental genetics and neuroscience) to test the impact of “frequency and energy” on living systems without human intention.
Key Points
Study Overview and Methodology…Data was taken from a population of 20 subjects from the larger “Imagine” study conducted during a week-long event in San Diego in 2022. The study involved fMRI on 20 participants to measure neural and molecular changes during the lecture and meditation program. Dr. Patel describes the study’s design, including the control for variables and the limitations of not having vacationing controls.
Study Design and Participant Selection…The study was conducted as an observational pilot study with 20 participants, selected from a pool of 561 who provided biological samples. The study aimed to control for variables by collecting baseline samples before the event and measuring changes at the end of the week.
Functional MRI and EEG…Dr. Patel discusses the novelty of using functional MRI (fMRI) in meditation studies, which provides deeper insights into brain functionality and structure. The fMRI allows for the imaging of brain networks and connections, unlike EEG, which only provides surface-level electrical activity. The study’s location in San Diego, California enabled the use of the UCSD campus facilities for fMRI, which was a significant advantage. Dr. Patel mentions plans for a second fMRI study, focusing on the aging brain and recruiting location-specific controls.
Reconceptualization and Coherence Healing…Dr. Patel explains that reconceptualization involves lectures that challenge participants’ thinking and prior assumptions and beliefs. Coherence healing is a form of non-touch healing from a group (usually 6-8 individuals - “healers” sitting around an individual “healee” laying on the floor) during a meditation the occurs each of the last three days of the week-long intensive.
Blood Work and Brainwave Testing…The study included extensive blood work and brainwave testing. Patel highlights the importance of fMRI and blood data in understanding the brain and the body’s responses to meditation. The study found beneficial effects on blood sugar metabolism, with participants shifting from mitochondrial to enhanced glycolytic energy utilization. Dr. Patel discusses the increase in glucose metabolism and its implications for high-level mental processing during meditation.
Neurite Growth and BDNF…The study observed neurite growth in experienced meditators, with specific brain regions showing increased volume. Dr. Patel explains the use of PC 12 cells to test the growth-promoting factors in meditators’ plasma. The study found that post-event plasma accelerated neurite growth, suggesting pathways that support neuronal growth. Proteomic analysis confirmed the increase in pathway proteins linked to neuronal growth, supporting the biological findings.
Inflammation and Anti-Inflammation…The study showed simultaneous activation of inflammatory and anti-inflammatory pathways, indicating a complex form of inflammatory regulation. Dr. Patel explains the role of inflammation in tissue repair and the dynamic balance needed for healing.
Opioid Production and Pain Reduction…The study found increased endorphin and dynorphin levels, suggesting a pain-relieving effect of meditation. Proteomic data supported the increase in pathways for endogenous opioid production, reinforcing the biological basis for pain mitigation.
Tryptophan Metabolism and Future Studies…The study used metabolomics to examine tryptophan metabolism, a key pathway to serotonin, melatonin and DMT (N,N-dimethyltryptamine is a naturally occurring psychedelic compound. DMT’s effects on humans include vivid hallucinations and altered sensory perception). Dr. Patel discussed the potential for imaging tryptophan in the brain during future fMRI studies. Future studies will explore the consequences of different diets and metabolic states on meditation outcomes.
Clinical Relevance and Broader Implications…Dr. Patel emphasizes the importance of studying larger populations to understand the impact of meditation on health and disease. This study’s findings suggest that meditation can create a unique endogenous pharmacology, with potential applications in healthcare. Dr. Patel discusses the potential for comparing different forms of meditation and their effects on the body.
Quantum Physics and Placebo Effect…Kirk Hamilton asks about the relationship between the study’s findings and the concept of thoughts and emotions as energy and frequency. Dr. Patel acknowledges the complexity of this concept and mentions his thoughts on ongoing experiments to test it. Dr. Patel expresses cautious optimism about the potential for these experiments to provide new insights into the effects of meditation. Kirk Hamilton closes the interview by questioning if there really is a true placebo because thoughts and emotions are energy and frequency and they have the potential to create matter and “real life"experiences.
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Michael Yon’s Introduction and BackgroundKirk Hamilton introduces Michael Yon, a former Green Beret, Special Forces soldier and combat correspondent, who with his wife Mosaka Ganaha travel the world forecasting and warning countries about potential geopolitical threats.
Yon is currently in Japan, discussing the invasion of civilized countries and the protests against it. Yon suggests defunding the United Nations and major NGOs that receive American money. He emphasizes the need to cut off funding to NGOs and to be serious about stopping mass migration.The Darien Gap and NGO InvolvementYon explains the Darien Gap is a one-hundred-kilometer area connecting Panama and Columbia, which is a jungle area and one of the easiest places to close to stop mass migration. He mentions that the United States was keeping the Darien Gap open, allowing NGOs to facilitate the migration. Yon describes the involvement of NGOs like the Hebrew Immigrant Aid Society (HIAS) and the United Nations and their role in mass migration. He highlights the role of Alejandro Mayorkas, the former Secretary of Homeland Security under Joe Biden, in supporting NGOs and increasing the flow through the Darien Gap.China’s Influence in PanamaYon discusses China’s influence in Panama, including the construction of a new bridge over the Panama Canal. He explains that China is building the bridge and that it is part of a debt trap strategy. Yon mentions the construction of a highway through the Darien Gap, which is being built by China. He emphasizes that China’s influence in Panama is part of a long-term strategy to control key geographical areas.
The Importance of the Panama CanalYon explains the strategic importance of the Panama Canal for the United States and other countries. He mentions that Panama is one of the most important places on earth due to its geographical location. Yon discusses the historical significance of the Panama Canal and its importance for trade and security. He highlights the need for the United States to safeguard the Panama Canal and to be aware of China’s influence in the region.
Challenges and Solutions for the Southern BorderYon suggests defunding NGOs and the United Nations to stop mass migration. He emphasizes the need to close the Darien Gap and to be serious about stopping the “invasion” of illegal immigrants. Yon discusses the importance of building “muscle” at home and strengthening the military to protect the border. He mentions the need for a holistic approach, including addressing drug trafficking and deporting illegal immigrants.
The Role of Intoxicants in Psychological OperationsYon discusses the role of intoxicants like alcohol and drugs in psychological operations. He mentions that intoxicants are used to dumb down the population and to control behavior. Yon criticizes celebrities like Joe Rogan and Elon Musk for using recreational drugs on Rogan’s show (alcohol and marijuana). He emphasizes the need to address the issue of intoxicants to “strengthen” the population.
The Impact of Mass Migration on the United StatesYon discusses the impact of mass migration on the United States, including the influx of military-age young men from China. He mentions that tens of thousands of Chinese have come through the Darien Gap in recent years. Yon highlights the need to be serious about stopping mass migration and to address the issue of Chinese influence in the United States. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the long-term strategy of China and other countries in demographic warfare.
The Need for a Holistic Approach To Stopping the InvasionYon emphasizes the need for a holistic approach to address the issue of mass migration and Chinese influence. He mentions the importance of understanding the cultural firmware of different groups and how they operate. Yon discusses the need for a serious group of people to study and counter the strategies of China and other countries. He highlights the importance of addressing the issue of professional victimhood and the need to mitigate it.
The Role of Missionaries and Supplied AnswersYon discusses the role of missionaries in standing up against intoxicants and other harmful practices. He mentions the importance of understanding supplied answers and how they are used in brainwashing. Yon discusses the historical use of drugs like opium and cocaine for medicinal purposes. He emphasizes the need to address the issue of intoxicants and to be aware of the strategies used by China and other countries.
The Importance of Understanding Historical ContextYon emphasizes the importance of understanding the historical context of drug use and its impact on society. He mentions the need to be aware of the strategies used by China and other countries in demographic warfare. Yon discusses the importance of addressing the issue of professional victimhood and the need to mitigate it. He highlights the need for a serious group of people to study and counter the strategies of China and other countries.
Impact of Intoxicants on SocietyYon discusses the severe psychological and mental health issues caused by intoxicants. He emphasizes the destructive impact of intoxicants on households, reducing study, peaceful living, and financial stability. Historical context is provided, linking the use of intoxicants to the colonization of Native Americans through debt traps and alcohol. Yon mentions the current global issue of intoxicants, particularly the Chinese involvement in growing marijuana in various states.
Chinese Involvement in Drug TraffickingYon describes the extensive marijuana farms in the U.S. and Canada. He highlights the Chinese involvement in growing marijuana in California, Oregon, Oklahoma, Maine, and Atlanta. The conversation shifts to the British opium wars and the Chinese injecting drugs into Thailand, Taiwan, Japan, Panama, and Argentina. Yon shares his experience at a drug expo in Argentina, where children are targeted and exposed to drugs suggesting these drugs are normal and acceptable without health consequences. Yon encourages the audience to watch Tucker Carlson’s interview with Dr. Daniel Amen…Big Pharma’s Most Dangerous Lie and the Dark Truth About Weed(1:56:51 hr:min:ss) where Dr. Amen, a child psychiatrist by training and director of the Amen Clinics which specializing in the science of protecting the brain and evaluating and enhancing brain function through diet, nutritional supplements, lifestyle and evaluation of the brain’s state through SPECT Scans (Single Photon Emission Computed Tomography ). A SPECT Scan is a type of neuroimaging test that measures the blood flow (perfusion) and activities in the different areas of the body. During SPECT imaging, radiotracers (radioactive substances) and nuclear medicine cameras are used to produce 3D images of the organs, tissues, and bones of the body. In this interview Dr. Amen makes very strong statements about protecting the brain, especially from a young age against drugs like marijuana and alcohol and there is no safe amount of these noxious agents for optimal brain health. He includes warning about the high use of video games and time using electronic devices as unhealthy for the brain. Yon concurs very strongly about drug and alcohol use as a means of making us (the U.S.) weak and easier to invade.
Leadership and Organizational EffortsYon stresses the importance of drawing a red line and not supporting those who push drugs on children.
Cultural and Psychological WarfareYon discusses the psychological impact of intoxicants, using Joe Rogan and Elon Musk as examples of open recreational drug users. He criticizes the idea that great guests on Joe Rogan’s show justify the use of drugs. The conversation touches on the broader warfare tactics used by China, including food supply manipulation, eugenics, and climate manipulation. Yon shares his experiences in India, highlighting the fakery and information wars that exist in different cultures.
Information Warfare and Psychological OperationsYon explains the concept of information warfare and how it involves planting and nurturing stories over time. He uses the example of the Choking Doberman Story to illustrate how well-done information campaigns can spread themselves. The conversation covers the role of museums and statues in shaping historical narratives and the influence of Chinese museum curators. He discusses the violent behavior of Antifa members who are often under the influence of drugs. The conversation highlights the historical connection between drugs and violence, using the word “assassin” as an example. Yon criticizes Elon Musk and Joe Rogan for their drug use and the impact it has on their credibility.
Call to Action and Final ThoughtsYon calls for a stand against drugs and emphasizes the need for Americans to draw a line and not support drug pushers. He shares his experiences of separating himself from people who are using marijuana while being on trips with him. The conversation concludes with a call for leadership and organization to combat the drug issue and protect the country. Yon expresses his understanding of the information war and the need for physical and psychological efforts to combat it.
Did The Covid Vaccine Increase Mortality from All Causes Compared to Those Not Vaccinated Between April 21 and May 2023…An Interview with Jarle Aarstad, PhD
(Previously titled: The temporal protection and declining health of the COVID-19 vaccinated in England: A 26-month comparison of the mortality involving and not involving COVID-19 among vaccinated vs. unvaccinated)
Jarle Aarstad, PhDWestern Norway University of Applied SciencesBergen, Norwayjarle.aarstad@hvl.no (8/2025)
Kirk Hamilton: Can you please share with me your educational background and current position?
Jarle Aarstad: I am an economist with a PhD in business administration from the NHH Norwegian School of Economics. Now I am a full professor at Western Norway University of Applied Sciences, formally in innovation and entrepreneurship, with numerous publications, including in leading journals. Mostly, I use quantitative methodologies. Over the past few years, my research focus has shifted towards topics related to COVID-19 and vaccination, utilizing similar quantitative approaches.
KH: What got you interested in studying the mortality difference between the Covid vaccination and non-vaccinated during the time period of April 2021 to May 2023?
JA: I have conducted country-level studies on vaccination and excess mortality, and I was interested in examining whether person-level data publicly available align with my previous research findings. Apr 21 to May 23 is the whole period for which the data are publicly available. If the period were extended, of course, I would include them in my study – the more data, the better. Having said that, the period available gives a fairly good insight into what happened in the aftermath of the vaccine rollout.
KH: Can you tell us about your study and the basic results?
JA: The study compared monthly mortality rates among vaccinated and unvaccinated individuals aged 10 years and older in England during the specified period. In my study, vaccinated individuals were those who had received at least one dose. The data provided is age-standardized, meaning that different age distributions among vaccinated and unvaccinated individuals are accounted for. However, observing differences in mortality may nonetheless be attributed to vaccine hesitancy, which raises concerns. That is, those not taking the vaccine may likely have inferior health at the outset, which can complicate isolating a genuine vaccine effect. To address the issue, I decided to compare all-cause mortality and mortality excluding COVID-19 as a cause. Figure 1A particularly at the beginning of the period shows relatively high mortality among unvaccinated, but as the pattern is similar in Figure 1B concerning mortality not involving COVID-19, a large chunk of the difference can be attributed to unvaccinated having inferior health at the outside (the basic argument in that the vaccine cannot prevent mortality not involving COVID-19). Having said that, comparing the results from those figures, Figure 2A shows that the all-cause mortality, i.e., mortality including COVID-19 (between unvaccinated vs. vaccinated) was higher than mortality not involving COVID-19 (between unvaccinated vs. vaccinated) between July 21 and Jan 22 (the green vs. the orange plot). Having said that, there is a steady decrease in mortality among the unvaccinated compared to the vaccinated (best illustrated in Figure 3), or in other words, a steady increase in mortality among the vaccinated compared to the unvaccinated. I cannot find another explanation for the vaccine’s long-term increase in mortality. Together, the vaccines may have limited the relative increase in mortality among vaccinated individuals for a short period, but the overall trend points in a negative direction.
KH: Did you expect to see a reduction in mortality from Covid initially in the Covid vaccinated group?
KH: Can you explain why that difference might have not been to the Covid vaccine protection but the poorer initial health of the non-vaccinated? Or do you think differently?
JA: As Figure 1B excludes mortality related to COVID-19, the only reason for the difference, particularly at the beginning of the period, in my opinion, is that unvaccinated individuals initially had poorer health. That we also know from other research. In Norway, 30% lower mortality among young vaccinated compared to unvaccinated people cannot be attributed to the vaccine since practically zero young people have died from COVID-19 here.
KH: When did you notice those vaccinated started having an increase in overall mortality from all causes?
JA: In Figure 3, you can observe that it increased among vaccinated individuals from the beginning of the period and decreased among unvaccinated individuals (possibly before, but I don’t have data). On the conservative end, the first months may have been outliers, but the overall trend is nonetheless as reported.
KH: How do your findings reflect on the overall mortality increase in those who took the Covid vaccine? Is the vaccine the probably causative agent?
JA: The vaccine is probably the causative agent, or at least, I cannot find other plausible explanations for the trends observed in Figs. 2A and 3 (the rollout may theoretically explain it, but I have discussed that). As the period followed an earlier period of excess mortality, one would expect a decrease in mortality; however, this is only observed among the unvaccinated.
KH: If this observation is correct of increased overall mortality in those vaccinated with limited benefit of the vaccine it sounds like the Covid vaccine is something that should not be further recommended and administered?
JA: I agree with you. The vaccine has caused substantial harm, with very few, if any, benefits.
KH: Do you have any idea of the causative agent (s) in the Covid vaccine that may be causing an increase in overall mortality (i.e. altered spike protein via lipid nanoparticles being produced for an indeterminant amount of time causing inflammation to vascular, neuronal, reproductive and oncogenic tissue, etc.)
JA: As an economist, I am an expert in numbers but not specifically in medical issues, I leave that issue to other experts.
KH: Do we know how long the spike protein remains in the body?
JA: Again, I leave that for other experts.
KH: How would you further study to corroborate your concerning findings.
JA: I have studied international data (from 39 countries with more than one billion people) that I have followed over three years, from 2021 to 2023, as well as US county data (with over 2000 observations) that I have also followed over the same period. Additionally, I conducted a study on young people in England, which revealed a significant increase in deaths in the weeks following vaccination. The pattern was similar for each dose.
KH: We have two relevant statements in the U.S. “Numbers don’t lie.” Many other professionals have observed what you have of harm from these vaccines with virtually no efficacy yet ‘Big Pharma”, Public Health agencies and Academia seem entrenched. And the “100th Monkey Concept”. One more bit of evidence eventually tips the scale and people see the light. Let’s hope that’s sooner than later.
Did the Covid Vaccine Increase Mortality from All Causes?Summary of Interview & Article (Aarstad, 2025)(Chat GPT Summary of article and Interview edited by Kirk Hamilton PA)
Author Background
* Jarle Aarstad, PhD – Economist, professor at Western Norway University of Applied Sciences.
* Expertise: quantitative methods, innovation/entrepreneurship, later shifted to COVID-19 and vaccination research.
Study Purpose
* Investigate whether COVID-19 vaccination increased or decreased all-cause mortality in England (Apr 2021–May 2023).
* Unique approach: Compare all-cause mortality with mortality excluding COVID-19 to better account for baseline health differences between vaccinated and unvaccinated groups.
Methods
* Data source: UK Office for National Statistics, covering people aged ≥10 years.
* Groups: “Ever vaccinated” (≥1 dose) vs. unvaccinated.
* Outcome measures: Monthly age-standardized mortality rates and odds ratios (all-cause vs. non-COVID causes).
* Rationale:
* If mortality excluding COVID mirrors all-cause mortality differences, it suggests underlying health disparities, not vaccine effect.
* If all-cause is higher while non-COVID mortality is similar, it suggests vaccine protection.
Key Findings
* Early period (Apr–Jun 2021):
* Higher mortality among unvaccinated than vaccinated.
* Likely due to poorer initial health of the unvaccinated, not vaccine effect.
* Mid-period (Jul 2021–Jan 2022):
* Temporary protective effect of vaccination seen: vaccinated had lower all-cause mortality relative to unvaccinated.
* Matches prior research showing short-term benefit.
* Later period (2022–May 2023):
* Trend reversal: mortality among vaccinated rose relative to unvaccinated.
* Mortality not involving COVID-19 stayed high in the vaccinated, suggesting factors beyond COVID deaths.
* By study end, vaccinated and unvaccinated mortality rates were nearly equal.
* Overall interpretation:
* Covid vaccinations may have offered short-term protection but was associated with a long-term increase in mortality risk.
* Aarstad concluded: “The vaccine is probably the causative agent, or at least I cannot find other plausible explanations.”
Interview Highlights
* Aarstad stressed that initial unvaccinated mortality was higher due to pre-existing poorer health, not absence of vaccination.
* From mid-2021, data showed increasing mortality in vaccinated, persisting throughout the study.
* He admitted being an economist, not a medical expert, so he does not speculate on biological mechanisms (e.g., spike protein, nanoparticles).
* He emphasized the need for further international, dose-specific, and age-stratified research.
* Believes vaccines have caused substantial harm with minimal benefit.
Article’s Broader Implications
* Scientific contribution: Offers a new methodological framework for comparing non-randomized groups without relying on control variables (which may worsen bias).
* Policy concern: Vaccines may provide only a short protection window while exposing recipients to adverse long-term outcomes.
* Recommendation: Public health should reconsider blanket vaccination strategies in future pandemics.
* Practice, Persistence and Patience - My Favorite. The first story of transformation that “jumped out” at me before my cancer and then the first one “sent” to me after my cancer diagnosis. A physician cures herself of a rare, life threatening sarcoma after chemo, radiation and alternative therapies had been tried.
BRAIN HEALTH - MARIJUANA - ALCOHOL - ALZHEIMER’S - OPTIMIZING FUNCTION - Big Pharma’s Most Dangerous Lie and the Dark Truth About Weed Tucker Carlson Interviews Daniel Amen, MD, Child Psychiatrist and Brain Health Specialist. Founder and Director of the Amen Clinics. Comment: Outstanding interview on how to protect the brain and improve function starting off with the negative brain effects of marijuana and alcohol, then other toxic habits and positive things one can do. The discussion starts with the importance of brain health in children (marijuana, alcohol, mushrooms, video games) then goes through adulthood and into your 80s. One in two people who reach 85 years of age will have significant dementia. 1:56:51 hr:min:sec.
CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM - COVID-19 mRNA vaccination: implications for the central nervous system. ““…When comparing COVID-19 vaccination to influenza vaccination as well as all vaccines combined, 7 of 9 events in the uncommon neurological disease grouping exceeded safety thresholds for both comparisons. Conclusions:All safety signals reported are concerning and support an immediate global ban on the COVID-19 vaccination program…”
COVID VACCINATION - RHEUMATOLOGIC SYNDROME - Surge in ‘Rheumatologic Syndromes’ Caused by Covid ‘Vaccines,’ Study Concludes. William Makis, MD, Covid Intel, Nov 08, 2025.1) Post-COVID-19 Vaccine Hyper production of Anti-Spike Antibodies and Rheumatological Manifestations. “…These rheumatological manifestations might be triggered by inappropriate individual immune responses to the vaccine’s Spike protein and/or the overproduction of Spike protein, which can mediate a pro-inflammatory reaction, explaining early and late-onset effects… A strong positive result for plasmatic levels of anti-Spike protein suggests that these rheumatological manifestations might be triggered by inappropriate individual immune responses to the vaccine’s Spike protein and/or the overproduction of Spike protein, which can mediate a pro-inflammatory immune response explaining early- and late-onset effects…“
PANAMA CANAL - CONTROL OF - U.S. - CHINA - Panama: War Conditions Accrue. This was obvious from miles out… Michael Yon, Michael’s Newsletter, Nov 11, 2025. Kirk’s Comment: The U.S. securing the Panama Canal working with Panama and eliminating Chinese influence is critical for the hemisphere’s and U.S. national security. Watch Michael Yon’s report from the canal zone and former U.S. military residences.
* Practice, Persistence and Patience - My Favorite. The first story of transformation that “jumped out” at me before my cancer and then the first one “sent” to me after my cancer diagnosis. A physician cures herself of a rare, life threatening sarcoma after chemo, radiation and alternative therapies had been tried.
* Past issues: plantar fasciitis, urinary frequency, weight gain, and severe vertigo diagnosed as Ménière’s disease.
* She relied on Lorazepam and Meclizine to manage her dizziness.
During prior visits, dietary elimination—removing dairy, wheat, and eggs, was suggested. It was found that elimination of eggs dramatically relieved her vertigo debilitating symptoms.
At a recent annual visit, the patient reported feeling remarkably well—energetic, exercising daily, and successfully managing two companies. Her vertigo was essentially gone—until a vacation where she reintroduced eggs daily, and the dizziness promptly returned.
Key takeaway: Food elimination remains one of the most powerful tools in medicine. Removing trigger foods—even one, such as eggs—can dramatically reduce chronic and acute symptoms.
When improvement happens immediately after eliminating a food, patients quickly understand the connection. Slower changes, from gut healing and microbiome shifts, often take longer and are harder for patients to recognize.
Kirk Hamilton personally follows the ProLon fasting-mimicking dietalmost on a monthly basis to maintain its metabolic and cancer prevention benefits, noting its ability to induce ketosis and autophagy while removing common allergens.
A recent McCullough Foundation Report on autism, emphasizes that autism is multifactorial, with numerous contributing factors:
* Vaccines (high early-life exposure and load of vaccines)
* Environmental toxins
* Maternal age and medications during pregnancy
* Neurotoxic compounds
* Childhood fevers and seizures
* Frequent antibiotic use and gut dysbiosis
Kirk Hamilton recalls early research and conferences with Dr. Andrew Wakefield, Dr. Bernard Rimland, PhD and others, noting recurring patterns of chronic infections, antibiotic use, and gastrointestinal disturbances in children later diagnosed with autism.
Core argument: Autism likely arises from multiple interacting biological and environmental factors. However, accelerated early-life vaccination schedules may “tip the balance” for vulnerable children.
Kirk Hamilton also discusses early findings on yeast overgrowth, organic acid metabolites, and gut-brain connections, emphasizing that early antibiotic exposure and sugar-rich diets may predispose children to long-term microbiome and immune disruption and enhance Autism manifestation.
3. Brain Health, Oral Health, and Sleep
In this health letter, new research links oral health and brain function:
* Individuals genetically prone to poor oral health (cavities, tooth loss, gum disease) showed:
* 24% higher white matter volume
* 43% more microstructural brain changes on MRI
* The implication: oral health strongly correlates with brain and cardiovascular health.
Stressed the role of sleep in maintaining brain health:
* The brain’s glymphatic system clears toxins during sleep.
* Insufficient sleep impairs memory consolidation and microglial cleaning, raising risks for cognitive decline.
* Kirk Hamilton admits this is his own “weak spot” and encourages improving sleep hygiene including his own.
* A rising trend of cognitive disability among younger U.S. adults (2013–2023).
* Potential contributing factors:
* Sedentary lifestyle
* Nutrient-poor processed diets
* Excessive screen time (“digital dementia”)
The need to reduce screen dependence for children and adolescents is emphasized, urging more outdoor play, physical activity, and social interaction—key for brain and emotional health.
5. Migraine Headaches: Vitamin D, Probiotics, and Nutrient Therapies
Recent findings on migraine prevention:
* A study using Vitamin D (50,000 IU every 2 weeks) and probiotics (4.5×10¹¹ CFU daily) for 12 weeks showed a significant reduction in headache frequency and severitycompared to placebo.
* Mechanisms:
* Vitamin D supports hormonal and immune balance.
* Probiotics improve gut health and reduce systemic inflammation.
Some traditional migraine supportive nutrients:
* Magnesium (RBC level goal: >5 mg/dL)
* Coenzyme Q10
* Riboflavin (Vitamin B2)
* Food elimination and environmental control
6. Final Reflections: Nutrition, Fasting, and Repurposed Medicine
Kirk Hamilton closes with reflections on food sensitivity, fasting, and integrative cancer prevention, noting:
* Food can cause any symptom—pain, fatigue, or mood changes.
* Regular fasting or elimination diets can reset the immune and metabolic systems.
* More research on repurposed cancer drugs, post-COVID health, and vaccine discussions can be found in this Substack health letter.
“Until Next Time, Stay and Be Well.”— Kirk Hamilton, PA-C
* People who were genetically prone to cavities, missing teeth or needing dentures had a higher burden of silent cerebrovascular disease, as represented by a 24% increase in the amount of white matter hyperintensities visible on the MRI images.
* Those with overall genetically poor oral health had increased damage to the fine architecture of the brain, as represented by a 43% change in microstructural damage scores visible on the MRI scans. Microstructural damage scores are whole-brain summaries of the damage sustained by the fine architecture of each brain region…”
BRAIN HEALTH - SLEEP - LYMPHATIC - Your Brain Cleans Itself at Night—What Happens When You Don’t Sleep Video 7:36 min:sec. Kirk’s Comment: My weak area is sleep time. My goal is to get 6 hours of sleep. 10 pm to 4 a.m. would be great. But I am falling short by about an hour sometimes two. My greatest lifestyle challenge.
* Practice, Persistence and Patience - My Favorite. The first story of transformation that “jumped out” at me before my cancer and then the first one “sent” to me after my cancer diagnosis. A physician cures herself of a rare, life threatening sarcoma after chemo, radiation and alternative therapies had been tried.
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