Podcasts about Electroacupuncture

In this Huberman Lab Essentials episode, I explore the sensations of pain and pleasure, explaining how they are sensed in the body and interpreted by the brain as well as methods to control their intensity. I discuss both the hardwired mechanisms and subjective factors that shape an individual's perception of pain and pleasure. I also explain why pain thresholds vary from person to person and discuss various treatments for pain management such as acupuncture and supplements. Finally, I explain the role of key neurochemicals like dopamine and serotonin in mediating our experience of pain and pleasure. Read the episode show notes at hubermanlab.com. Thank you to our sponsors AG1: https://drinkag1.com/huberman LMNT: https://drinklmnt.com/huberman Eight Sleep: https://eightsleep.com/huberman Timestamps 00:00:00 Pain & Pleasure 00:00:39 Skin, Appetitive vs Aversive Behaviors 00:02:10 Skin, Neurons & Brain 00:04:46 Brain Interpretation, Homunculus, Two-Point Discrimination Test 00:07:43 Pain & Pleasure, Subjective Interpretation 00:09:53 Sponsor: AG1 00:11:30 Tool: Pain & Expectation 00:13:08 Pain Threshold 00:14:46 Heat & Cold, Tool: Moving into Cold or Hot Environments 00:16:37 Subjective Pain, Psychosomatic, Fibromyalgia, Whole Body Pain, Acetyl-L-carnitine 00:20:54 Acupuncture, Electroacupuncture, Pain Management 00:23:44 Sponsors: LMNT & Eight Sleep 00:26:36 Red Heads & Pain Threshold, Endorphins 00:28:32 Improving Pain Threshold, Dopamine 00:30:00 Pleasure, Dopamine, Serotonin; Depression, Anti-depressants 00:34:12 Pleasure & Pain Balance, Dopamine, Addiction 00:36:08 Recap & Key Takeaways Disclaimer & Disclosures Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Jason Pyeatt is a license acupuncturist in the state of New York and he welcomes Trish into True Path Acupuncture office. While Trish goes through electroacupuncture and cupping to help heal from her shoulder surgery, Nana is there for emotional support and to learn more about Traditional Chinese Medicine. Dr. Pyeatt also does a Chinese Medicine Tongue Analysis on Nana and Trish and they find out which one is healthier. Chapters 0:00 Intro 17:02 Acupuncture Begins 31:55 Electricity Starts & Dr. Pyeatt's Clientele 51:32 Reading Nana & Trish's Tongues 58:44 Trish Tries Cupping *** SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS! Roman Connect with a provider at RO.co/OUT to find out if prescription Ro Sparks are right for you and get $15 off your first order *** Pat McAuliffe and Joey Camasta host a series of hilarious, no holds barred conversations that will leave you laughing on the floor. Shows air every Wednesday and Friday, with new guests weekly. Headphones required. iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/out-about/id1534217005 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7rjGpD7sOD4zKOJ2eGXK2Q Follow us on... Instagram: @outandaboutpod, @barstoolpat, @JoeyCamasta Twitter: @OutAndAboutPod, @BarstoolPat, @JoeyCamasta TikTok: @outandaboutpod, @pat.mcauliffe, @JoeyCamastaYou can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/outandabout

Who would have thought a Tai Chi class could spark a life-changing romance? That's how Dr. John met his wife, and their love story mirrors his unexpected career shift from real estate to acupuncture. Dr. John shares his transformative journey, from fatherhood after 50 to combining Eastern and Western medicine. His personal insights have profoundly impacted his family's health and his patients' well-being.

Naila covers 11 papers from January 2023, with a focus on a variety of stimulation techniques. You'll get a smattering of new research from humans to mice to flies, and from brain imaging to computer simulations to molecular mechanisms. Enjoy!  Sections in this episode:  Complementary therapies (2:55)  Current and magnetic stimulation (7:25)  Electroacupuncture (14:30)  Other stimulation techniques (22:15) Other (25:52) -------------------------------------------------------------- To find the numbered bibliography with all the papers covered in this episode, click here, or use the link below:https://drive.google.com/file/d/15pdrQWDkOTA0XxP3flwu4xt5zNITNMRe/view?usp=share_linkTo access the folder with ALL our bibliographies, follow this link (it will be updated as we publish episodes and process bibliographies), or use the link below:https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1bzSzkY9ZHzzY8Xhzt0HZfZhRG1Gq_Si-?usp=sharingYou can also find all of our bibliographies on our website: amindr.com. -------------------------------------------------------------- We at AMiNDR are eager to hear from you! We opened up a survey available until the end of April for you to tell us what we are doing well, and where we can improve. Access the survey at tinyurl.com/amindrsurvey. All survey responses will be anonymous. By doing the survey, you can choose to enter a draw for a $15USD gift card for any location you choose! -------------------------------------------------------------- Follow-up on social media for more updates!Twitter: @AMiNDR_podcastInstagram: @AMiNDR.podcastFacebook:  AMiNDR  Youtube: AMiNDR PodcastLinkedIn: AMiNDR PodcastEmail: amindrpodcast@gmail.com  -------------------------------------------------------------- Please help us spread the word about AMiNDR to your friends, colleagues, and networks! And if you could leave us a rating and/or review on your streaming app of choice (Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to the podcast), that would be greatly appreciated! It helps us a lot and we thank you in advance for leaving a review! Don't forget to subscribe to hear about new episodes as they come out too. Thank you to our sponsor, the Canadian Consortium of Neurodegeneration in Aging, or CCNA, for their financial support of this podcast. This helps us to stay on the air and bring you high quality episodes. You can find out more about the CCNA on their website: https://ccna-ccnv.ca/. Our team of volunteers works tirelessly each month to bring you every episode of AMiNDR. This episode was scripted and hosted by Naila Kuhlmann, edited by Isabelle Vaux, and reviewed by Anusha Kamesh. The bibliography was created by Salodin Al-Achkar and wordcloud was made by Lara Onbasi (www.wordart.com). Big thanks to the sorting team for taking on the enormous task of sorting all of the Alzheimer's Disease papers into episodes each month. For January 2023, the sorters were Elyn Rowe, Christy Yu, Eden Dubchak, Ben Cornish, Kevin Nishimura, Anelya Gandy, Salodin Al-Achkar, and Rob Cloke. Also, props to our management team, which includes Sarah Louadi, Ellen Koch, Naila Kuhlmann, Elyn Rowe, Anusha Kamesh, Lara Onbasi, Joseph Liang, and Judy Cheng, for keeping everything running smoothly.Our music is from "Journey of a Neurotransmitter" by musician and fellow neuroscientist Anusha Kamesh; you can find the original piece and her other music on soundcloud under Anusha Kamesh or on her YouTube channel, AKMusic.   https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMH7chrAdtCUZuGia16FR4w   -------------------------------------------------------------- If you are interested in joining the team, send us your CV by email. We are specifically looking for help with sorting abstracts by topic, abstract summaries and hosting, audio editing, creating bibliographies, and outreach/marketing. However, if you are interested in helping in other ways, don't hesitate to apply anyways.  --------------------------------------------------------------*About AMiNDR: *  Learn more about this project and the team behind it by listening to our first episode: "Welcome to AMiNDR!" 

PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS: 00:00 Introduction 05:00 Importance of healthy bowel movements 08:14 Large Intestines and Chinese Medicine 09:18 Lungs and Chinese Medicine 10:39 Retraining to have daily bowel movements 12:48 Depression, anxiety, irritability and Constipation 14:09 Vagus Nerve 18:15 Floating a Boat Analogy 23:20 Laxatives 25:49 Laxatives and Dementia Risk 27:49 Acupuncture, Electroacupuncture and Constipation 29:33...... Continue Reading →

Link to bioRxiv paper: http://biorxiv.org/cgi/content/short/2023.03.02.530902v1?rss=1 Authors: Liu, H., Chen, M., Lu, J., Qin, C., Wang, C., Liu, S. Abstract: Peripheral neuromodulation by electroacupuncture (EA) is a promising tool for both experimental and clinical applications. However, whether EA signals reflect a multidimensional composite and evoke affective and motivational processes remains largely elusive. Here, we demonstrated that EA at ST.36 acupuncture point considerably attenuated pain hypersensitivity at 24h and 48h postincision. In conditioned place preference (CPP) model, one chamber becomes associated with EA through three-day repeated pairings, whereas the other chamber is associated with no EA stimulation. EA stimulation resulted in strong preference for the chamber paired with EA in incisional injury (INP) rats. In contrast, EA at non-acupuncture points in INP rats did not relief pain and produce CPP. Notably, EA with the context in sham-operated animals did not induce CPP. Next, we identified neurons activation in brain associated with affective and motivational aspects of pain after EA stimulation using immediate early gene c-Fos expression in SNI rats. EA stimulation increased c-Fos positive neurons in the IL, but not cingulate (Cg1) and prelimbic (PL) subregion of the mPFC. Sham EA did not increase c-Fos expression in the IL in spared nerve injury (SNI) rats. Using reversible inactivation of IL in rats, inactivation of the IL significantly abolished CPP of pain relief induced by EA. Optogenetic activation of IL glutamatergic neurons mimicked EA-induced analgesia and CPP behaviors, and inhibition of glutamatergic neurons in the IL reversed the effects of EA. The study directly demonstrates a novel and important role for glutamatergic neurons in the infralimbic cortex in acupuncture-induced motivational response of pain relief and provides a new perspective for investigating acupuncture analgesia. Copy rights belong to original authors. Visit the link for more info Podcast created by Paper Player, LLC

Link to bioRxiv paper: http://biorxiv.org/cgi/content/short/2023.02.15.528709v1?rss=1 Authors: Lin, S.-S., Zhou, B., Chen, B.-J., Jiang, R., Li, B., Illes, P., Semyanov, A., Tang, Y., Verkhratsky, A. Abstract: Astrocyte atrophy is the main histopathological hallmark of the major depressive disorder (MDD) in humans and in animal models of depression. Here we show that electroacupuncture prevents astrocyte atrophy in the prefrontal cortex and alleviates depressive-like behaviour in mice subjected to the chronic unpredictable mild stress (CUMS). Treatment of mice with CUMS induced depressive-like phenotypes as confirmed by sucrose preference test, tail suspension test, and forced swim test. These behavioural changes were paralleled with morphological atrophy of astrocytes in the prefrontal cortex, revealed by analysis of 3D reconstructions of confocal Z-stack images of mCherry expressing astrocytes. This morphological atrophy was accompanied with a decrease in expression of cytoskeletal linker Ezrin, associated with formation of astrocytic leaflets, which form astroglial synaptic cradle. Electroacupuncture at the acupoint ST36 as well as treatment with anti-depressant fluoxetine prevented depressive-like behaviours, astrocytic atrophy and down-regulation of astrocytic ezrin. In conclusion, our data further strengthen the notion of a primary role of astrocytic atrophy in depression and reveal astrocytes as cellular target for electroacupuncture in treatment of depressive disorders. Copy rights belong to original authors. Visit the link for more info Podcast created by Paper Player, LLC

VIDEOS: EXCLUSIVE: UNDERTAKER EXPLAINS “MYSTERIOUS” CLOTTING PHENOMENON! | Louder with Crowder (part 2) Society is going to COLLAPSE -Neil Oliver ( 5:24) Fear Psychosis and the Cult of Safety – Why are People so Afraid?  – Academy of Ideas (13:25)   Dietary supplement found to improve concentration levels University of Granada, November 3, 2022 The research group from the University of Granada (UGR) has tested the effects of a multi-ingredient dietary nootropic on concentration levels and cognitive performance. Nootropics are cognitive enhancers that have traditionally been used in the treatment of cognitive pathologies. Leading this study was Lucas Jurado Fasoli—a researcher from the Scientific Unit of Excellence in Exercise, Nutrition and Health (UCEENS) at the Sport and Health Joint University Institute (iMUDS). He explains that, traditionally, nootropics have been drugs, with their corresponding side-effects. “To address the issue of potential side-effects, different dietary nootropics have emerged as an alternative way to enhance cognitive performance. And these, as is the case in this study, are used by healthy individuals in activities such as preparing for competitive exams or video-game competitions,” explains Jurado Fasoli. The results of the study showed that the acute intake of this multi-ingredient nootropic decreases the response time across different cognitive tests: in processing speed, inhibitory control, working memory, and cognitive flexibility. It also increases accuracy in tests involving processing speed, inhibitory control, and cognitive flexibility. The supplement contains L-tyrosine, acetyl L-carnitine, sodium citicoline, alpha-GPC, taurine, caffeine, mango leaf extract and huperzia serrata leaf. These results were accompanied by an increase in positive emotions and a decrease in negative emotions and depression. And, importantly, the favorable effects of this nootropic did not appear to have any effect on the heart-rate of participants. Previous studies have shown that supplementation with the combination of caffeine and taurine, L-theanine, tyrosine, and mango leaves extract can improve the RT in different cognitive and computerized tests. In this study, we showed that a dietary multi-ingredient nootropic improves the processing speed of information in young healthy adults. This effect could be due to the synergic effects of different dietary ingredients included in the nootropic. Also, it could be partially explained by the central nervous system activation and alertness enhancement effect of caffeine, which could increase the processing speed and decrease the RT. The inclusion of L-theanine as a dietary ingredient in the nootropic counteracts the potential effects derived from a high dose of caffeine on anxiety, psychological stress, blood pressure, and HR, which completely agrees with our results. A sample comprising 26 young adults (50:50 male/female, with an average age of 25) participated in the study. They were required to undertake various cognitive tests twice, separated by 48 hours, having ingested either the multi-ingredient dietary nootropic or a placebo (randomized and triple-blinded across the sample). Thirty minutes after ingestion, measurements were taken of processing speed, inhibitory control, working memory, cognitive flexibility, creativity, and verbal fluency. Different emotions were also evaluated and the participants' heart-rate was recorded while they undertook the tests. Consuming more magnesium associated with lower risk of mortality during years following heart attack Wageningen University and Research (Netherlands), October 31, 2022 A study of people with a history of heart attack found that those who consumed more magnesium lived longer than those whose intake was low. Having a high magnesium intake, defined as greater than 320 milligrams (mg) per day, was associated with a 28% lower risk of dying from cardiovascular disease and a 22% lower risk of death from any cause compared to a low intake, defined as less than 283 mg per day. The protective effect of magnesium was even stronger in patients who were being treated with diuretic drugs. In this group, the risk of mortality from cardiovascular disease was 45% lower among those with high magnesium compared to those with low magnesium. “Little is known about magnesium intake and long-term mortality risk in cardiovascular disease patients,” authors Ilse Evers and colleagues noted. “Magnesium requirements may be different in cardiovascular disease patients because of alterations in the cardiovascular system, comorbidities and/or medication use.” The study included 4,365 participants in the Alpha Omega Cohort, an ongoing follow-up of participants in the earlier 40-month Alpha Omega Trial. The Alpha Omega Trial included men and women between the ages of 60 and 80 years who had experienced a heart attack within 10 years prior to enrolling between 2002 and 2006. Dietary questionnaire responses obtained at enrollment provided information concerning magnesium intake from food and non-food sources. Mortality was ascertained through 2018. The findings were published in Frontiers in Cardiovascular Medicine. Calorie restriction promotes longevity through effects on mitochondrial network Harvard School of Public Health, October 27 2022. Research reported in Cell Metabolism helps explain the effects of calorie restriction and activation of AMP-activated protein kinase (AMPK, an energy-sensing protein) on longevity. Harvard researchers have determined that AMPK and calorie restriction promote homeostasis and plasticity of networks formed by the cells' power plants known as mitochondria. Mitochondria networks change shape according to energy demand, however, this ability declines with age. “Dynamic remodeling of mitochondrial networks by fusion and fission promotes maintenance of cellular homeostasis,” explain Heather J. Weir and colleagues at the Harvard T. H. Chan School of Public Health. “Dysregulation of mitochondrial dynamics and aberrant mitochondrial morphology are hallmarks of aging and are thought to contribute to the pathology of numerous age-related pathologies including Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease.” By restricting calories in the diet of roundworms or using a strain of roundworm in which an AMPK subunit is activated, the researchers found that the roundworms maintained a youthful fused mitochondrial network shape with age. The youthful networks lengthen life by communicating with peroxisomes within the cells to alter fat metabolism. “Low-energy conditions such as dietary restriction and intermittent fasting have previously been shown to promote healthy aging,” Dr Weir commented. “Our work shows how crucial the plasticity of mitochondria networks is for the benefits of fasting. If we lock mitochondria in one state, we completely block the effects of fasting or dietary restriction on longevity.” Electroacupuncture found to ease nausea and vomiting in ICU patients recovering from chemotherapy Narbonne Hospital (France), October 28, 2022 Refractory vomiting is just one of many complications endured by patients confined to intensive care units (ICU) due to chemotherapy and other major medical treatments. But relief may be coming in the form of transcutaneous electroacupuncture (TEA) therapy that can alleviate the worst symptoms of persistent vomiting. Earlier studies have shown that TEA can reduce episodes of nausea and vomiting attributed to chemotherapy treatments, recently concluded medical operations, and pregnancy. It is growing popular as an alternative to anti-emetic medication. The TEA treatment consisted of two electrodes attached on either side of the Neiguan (PC 6) pressure point, also known as the pericardium meridian. The researchers employed a standard neuromuscular transmission monitor to stimulate the acupuncture point for 30 minutes. The overall incidence of nausea or vomiting within the first 24 hours after TEA was 50 percent. After the 24-hour mark, 30 percent of the patients perceived nausea, and 20 percent experienced vomiting. Ninety percent of patients reported suppression of nausea/vomiting immediately after undergoing TEA. During a six-hour period after TEA, 60 percent of patients did not sense nausea or experience vomiting. Between six to 24 hours after TEA, 60 percent of patients remained free from nausea or vomiting episodes. Two patients who experienced nausea were given a second TEA session that remedied all symptoms.TEA itself was free from any complication and side effects. The Mindfulness Skill That Is Crucial for Stress A new study suggests that practicing acceptance helps reduce our stress more than simple mindful awareness. Carnegie Mellon University, October 28, 2022 In this study, researchers randomly assigned 137 stressed adults of various ages and ethnicities to one of three programs: an eight-week Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) course, where they learned to mindfully pay attention to their present-moment experiences in an accepting, nonjudgmental way; an MBSR course without instructions on acceptance; or no course. The courses included many lessons—for example, how to pay attention to your breath and your body sensations, and how to eat food or take a walk mindfully—as well as practice time outside of class. Before, during, and afterwards, participants reported five times daily about how stressed they felt in the moment and whether they'd experienced a stressful event since their last report.In response to stress, many people today are turning to meditation or mindfulness apps (myself included). But not all mindfulness practice is equally effective for combating stress, a new study suggests. It's possible that some of our practices may be missing a vital ingredient: acceptance. Though all of the groups experienced less stress and fewer incidents of feeling stressed over time, the people who took the full MBSR course had a significantly steeper improvement than the other two groups. “Learning how to accept your present-moment experience is really important for reducing stress,” says Emily Lindsay, one of the study's coauthors. “It seems to be a key element of mindfulness training.” Mindfulness practices that specifically emphasize acceptance teach us a nonjudgmental attitude toward our experiences—meaning, learning not to label our thoughts, feelings, or experiences as good or bad, and trying not to change or resist them in any way. While many mindfulness courses include instructions in acceptance as par for the course, those that don't may not be as effective. People who learn to accept and not just notice their experiences become less prone to mind-wandering, which has been tied to well-being, and less reactive to stress—meaning, they show reductions in systolic blood pressure, the stress hormone cortisol, and feelings of stress in a stressful situation. Her recent study adds to these results by monitoring participants daily, helping to show that acceptance makes a difference in everyday life situations and not just in the laboratory. Accepting stress helps people to stop focusing only on what's wrong and to notice other feelings, sensations, and thoughts occurring at the same time, enabling them to see the “bigger picture.” Acceptance is not about acquiescing to your fate, though —like getting a diagnosis of a terminal illness and just accepting that you're going to die. That kind of “acceptance” leads to worse outcomes. Nor is it about accepting poor treatment from other people. It's more about accepting your internal experience—your thoughts and feelings—which informs you about how to respond to your external circumstances in a wiser way. For example, if you feel angry and accept your anger in the moment, it may prevent you from lashing out at someone and help you see that your feelings aren't their fault Eat more trifoliate oranges to keep your prostate healthy Korean Institute of Oriental Medicine, October 26, 2022 Compared to younger individuals, older men are at a higher risk of developing benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) or an enlarged prostate. A study published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine reveals a compelling reason for men to eat trifoliate oranges, as extracts from the fruit were proven effective in preventing the onset of BPH and cease its progression. The trifoliate orange (Poncirus trifoliata), also known as the hardy orange, is a citrus fruit native to China. It is grown in parts of the US and Europe for use in jellies, marmalades, and jams despite its notoriously bitter taste. It has been used as an ingredient in Traditional Chinese Medicine since ancient times, and current studies have shown its importance in maintaining prostate health. As the word “benign” in its name implies, BPH is relatively harmless. In fact, some consider it a normal part of the aging process among males. It can, however, be extremely inconvenient as its symptoms can make the vital act of urinating difficult. It can also cause a constant feeling of needing to pee even at night; in most cases, sufferers may find themselves unable to sleep properly because of this particular symptom. The researchers in the aforementioned looked at the trifoliate orange as a possible treatment for BPH. In particular, the study investigated the extract from Ponciri Fructus (PFE), the young fruit of the trifoliate orange, and its protective effects on the development of the BPH. In the study, the researchers induced BPH in a rat model by injecting testosterone propionate (TP) and corn oil every day for four weeks. PFE was administered via oral gavage at a dose level of 200 mg/kg, one hour before these injections over the same duration. At the end of the study, the rats were sacrificed and examined for markers of BPH. Specifically, the researchers took note of relative prostate weight, the levels of testosterone and dihydrotestosterone (DHT), common factors influencing the development of BPH. At the end of the study, the researchers noticed reductions in relative prostate weight, the level of testosterone and DHT in serum and prostatic tissue, prostatic hyperplasia, and the expression of PCNA. They also noted higher levels of antioxidant enzymes.

Choline supplements may help delay dementia in APOE4 gene carriers MIT and National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, March 18, 2021   Researchers found that the APOE4 gene may increase the risk of developing Alzheimer's disease and other dementias by altering brain cells' lipid metabolism. Choline supplements reversed these defects in cell studies, supporting further research in people carrying APOE4. Certain genes can increase the risk of developing dementia, including Alzheimer's disease. One of the most significant genetic risk factors is a form of the apolipoprotein E gene called APOE4. About 25% of people carry one copy of APOE4, and 2 to 3% carry two copies. ApoE4 is the strongest risk factor gene for Alzheimer's disease, although inheriting ApoE4 does not mean a person will definitely develop the disease. The APOE gene comes in several different forms, or alleles. APOE3 is the most common and not believed to affect Alzheimer's risk. APOE2 is relatively rare and may provide some protection against Alzheimer's disease. The reason APOE4 increases Alzheimer's risk isn't not well understood. The APOE protein helps carry cholesterol and other types of fat in the bloodstream. Recent studies suggest that problems with brain cells' ability to process fats, or lipids, may play a key role in Alzheimer's and related diseases. Lipid imbalances can impair many of a cell's essential processes. This includes creating cell membranes, moving molecules within the cell, and generating energy. Dr. Li-Huei Tsai and the late Dr. Susan Lindquist of MIT investigated how APOE4 affects lipid metabolism in brain cells. The study was funded by NIH's National Institute on Aging (NIA), National Cancer Institute (NCI), and National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS). Dr. Priyanka Narayan of NIH's National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) was a co-first author. Findings were published in Science Translational Medicine on March 3, 2021. The research team began by creating brain cells called astrocytes using stem cells. They used skin cells from people carrying APOE3 or APOE4 that were reprogrammed into a state where they could develop into any cell. Called induced pluripotent stem cells, these cells were then coaxed into becoming astrocytes, star-shaped cells that produce the most ApoE in the brain. The researchers found changes in how APOE4 astrocytes were able to process lipids. The astrocytes accumulated droplets containing fats called triglycerides. These triglycerides had many more unsaturated fatty acid chains than normal. Lipid buildup in the APOE4 astrocytes was much greater than in APOE3 astrocytes. The researchers also found disruptions in lipid metabolism when they coaxed the cells into becoming other brain cells called microglia. The team next tested whether yeast cells with the human version of APOE4 would have the same disruption in lipid metabolism. Lipid metabolism pathways are very similar between yeast and humans. Yeast with a copy of the APOE4 gene accumulated lipids much like the human cells did. Genetic screens in the yeast identified a molecular pathway that could be responsible for the defects. Boosting the activity of a pathway that normally produces phospholipidsan essential building block of the cell membranereversed some of the lipid accumulation. Further research showed that supplementing the yeast cells' culture with choline restored normal lipid metabolism. Choline is needed to synthesize phospholipids. Similar benefits were seen after treating the human APOE4 astrocyte cells with choline. These findings provide preliminary support for testing choline supplements in people who carry APOE4. "What we would really like to see is whether in the human population, in those APOE4 carriers, if they take choline supplements to a sufficient amount, whether that would delay or give them some protection against developing dementia or Alzheimer's disease," Tsai says. However, it is important to keep in mind that results from isolated cells don't often translate into successful approaches when tested in people.     Acupuncture Tops Usual Care for Pain in Cancer Survivors Two types of acupuncture proved superior, with one better than the other Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center  March 18, 2021   Two types of acupuncture significantly reduced chronic musculoskeletal pain in cancer survivors as compared with usual care, a randomized trial showed. Electroacupuncture reduced patient-reported pain by 1.9 points versus usual care, and auricular acupuncture reduced patients' mean pain score by 1.6 points as compared with usual care, which consisted of analgesics, physical therapy, and steroid injections. Auricular acupuncture, developed by the U.S. military and widely used in VA health facilities, failed to achieve noninferiority to electroacupuncture and was associated with more adverse events (AEs), reported Jun J. Mao, MD, of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York City, and co-authors in JAMA Oncology. "The magnitude of effect of electroacupuncture was clinically important and durable," the authors wrote. "This finding is consistent with evidence from other large acupuncture trials for chronic pain in the general population. Electroacupuncture has been shown to influence endogenous opioid release, which provides a mechanistic basis for chronic pain management." "The present trial includes a large and diverse group of cancer survivors and provides evidence that electroacupuncture provides additional benefits beyond usual care, including not only reduction in pain severity, but also improvements in physical function and quality of life and reductions in analgesic use." The U.S. has a growing population of cancer survivors, who have a greater pain burden than the general population. Almost half of cancer survivors receive inadequate pain relief, adversely affecting quality of life, physical function, and cancer-related outcomes. A large body of evidence supports the superiority of acupuncture over usual care for relief of chronic noncancer pain, and last year CMS approved coverage of acupuncture for chronic lower back pain. A recent meta-analysis showed that acupuncture reduced cancer-associated pain, but the strength of evidence was considered moderate because of trials' small sample sizes and heterogeneity of acupuncture techniques. Mao and colleagues reported findings from the largest randomized trial to date of acupuncture for cancer-related pain. The multicenter PEACE study enrolled adults with a history of cancer but no current evidence of disease. Eligible patients had musculoskeletal pain for at least 3 months and at least 15 of the preceding 30 days and a worst pain intensity within the past week of ≥4 (moderate or greater) on the 0-10 scale of the Brief Pain Inventory (BPI). Patients were randomized 2:2:1 to electroacupuncture, auricular acupuncture, or usual care. Licensed experienced acupuncturists provided both types of acupuncture. During electroacupuncture, needles were placed at four sites near the pain location and four additional sites elsewhere on the body to address comorbid symptoms. The angle and depth of insertion were individualized to each patient's body type and point location. Treatment consisted of 10 once-weekly 30-minute sessions. The protocol for auricular acupuncture, often called "battlefield acupuncture," was standardized and began with insertion of one needle into the cingulate gyrus of one ear. The patient then walked for 1 minute. If pain remained ≥1 on the BPI, another needle was inserted into the other ear. The process was repeated for the remaining ear points: thalamus, omega 2, point zero, and shen men. The primary endpoint was change in average BPI score from baseline to week 12, and data analysis included 360 patients. Of 145 patients randomized to electroacupuncture, 136 (93.8%) completed at least eight sessions, as did 117 of 143 (81.8%) patients assigned to auricular acupuncture. Mean baseline BPI scores ranged from 5.0 to 5.6. The most common sites of pain across all three groups were lower back (27.8% to 36.6%), knee/leg (14.5% to 23.6%), and hip/thigh (11.0% to 12.5%). At week 12, mean BPI score had declined by 0.48 in the usual care group, 2.39 in the electroacupuncture group (P

진행자: 간형우, Brolley Genster1. Harvard professor urged to offer apology for 'comfort women' claims요약: 논란 일으킨 하버드대 램지어 교수의 “위안부는 매춘부” 논문에 대한 철회를 요구하는 학계[1] A controversy surrounding a Harvard professor who wrote a journal article depicting victims of Japan's wartime sexual slavery as voluntary prostitutes continues to escalate, with scholars, politicians and students demanding apologies and a retraction.*prostitute: 매춘부*escalate: 확대(증가/악화)되다*retraction: 철회, 취소[2] In the paper, titled “Contracting for sex in the Pacific War” and published online in the International Review of Law and Economics, Mark Ramseyer, Mitsubishi professor of Japanese legal studies at Harvard Law School, argued that Korean “comfort women” -- as they are often euphemistically labeled -- were part of Japan's licensed prostitution system.*comfort women: 위안부*euphemistically: 완곡하게 [3] His arguments contradict the testimonies of survivors, who say they were either coerced or tricked into sex slavery, and the work of scholars who support their movement. Scholars estimate that between 170,000 and 200,000 women and girls were forced to work in Japan's military brothels before and during World War II, and the UN acknowledges that this occurred. *contradict: 모순되다, 부정하다*coerce: 강압하다*brothel: 매춘을 하는 집, 사창가[4] Ramseyer's claim has brought about serious debate in academia, with two fellow Harvard history professors releasing a joint statement last Thursday refuting his paper as groundless and asking the journal to retract it. *academia: 학계*refute: 반박하다, 부인하다*groundless: 근거 없는기사 원문: http://www.koreaherald.com/view.php?ud=20210221000195&ACE_SEARCH=12. Electroacupuncture can improve sleep, study suggests요약: 전기 침술로 불면증 완화할 수 있다는 연구 결과 발표[1] Insomnia is one of the most common sleep disorders. According to the National Health Insurance Service, some 640,000 people visited hospitals due to insomnia in 2019. The number of such visits has steadily increased over the past five years.*insomnia: 불면증*steadily: 꾸준하게*disorder: 장애(이상), 엉망[2] There might be hope. A recent study has found that electroacupuncture can help people suffering from insomnia. Used often in Korean traditional medicine, electroacupuncture involves administering small electric currents using thin needles inserted into the skin at specific points on the body.*electroacupuncture: 전기 침술*Korean traditional medicine: 전통 한의학*administer: 관리하다, 집행하다 [3] A group of South Korean researchers divided 150 insomnia patients into three groups of 50. One group underwent 10 sessions of electroacupuncture for four weeks, while the second group underwent a sham electroacupuncture procedure where the needles were inserted into the wrong acupuncture points. A third group received no treatment from the researchers.*undergo: 겪다, 치르다, 받다 *sham: 가짜, 사기꾼 *acupuncture: 침술[4] Participants in the first and second groups were not allowed to receive any additional treatment for insomnia during the study period. But those in the third group could receive any treatments they wished except for Korean traditional remedies such as acupuncture and herbal medicine.*additional: 추가의 *treatment: 치료, 처치*except for: ~을 제외하고, ~없이 기사 원문: http://www.koreaherald.com/view.php?ud=20210208000959&ACE_SEARCH=1

We are having a nasty influenza season, in addition to the coronavirus problem; Dietary support to induce bacteriophages, viruses that attack bad bacteria; Bacteriophages used to treat stunted growth in children; Hope for Chinese herbs treatment for Coronavirus, but detailed biochemistry analysis says otherwise; A generous but elderly blood donor asks if he should have a colonoscopy; Electroacupuncture technique to treat stroke effects by increasing brain blood flow; Can we guess your age based on your skin microbes? A green algae can treat irritable bowel disease; The first influenza strains you are exposed to influences your reactions to future strains; Dealing with death of a loved one -- sometimes the anxiety reaction is a real cardiac condition; Possible treatment of Schizophrenia using MicroRNA to regulate gene transcription; A new strategy for antibiotics prevents the growth of bacterial cell walls; Reversing inflammation that causes aging -- turning off the inflammasome!

We are having a nasty influenza season, in addition to the coronavirus problem; Dietary support to induce bacteriophages, viruses that attack bad bacteria; Bacteriophages used to treat stunted growth in children; Hope for Chinese herbs treatment for Coronavirus, but detailed biochemistry analysis says otherwise; A generous but elderly blood donor asks if he should have a colonoscopy; Electroacupuncture technique to treat stroke effects by increasing brain blood flow; Can we guess your age based on your skin microbes? A green algae can treat irritable bowel disease; The first influenza strains you are exposed to influences your reactions to future strains; Dealing with death of a loved one -- sometimes the anxiety reaction is a real cardiac condition; Possible treatment of Schizophrenia using MicroRNA to regulate gene transcription; A new strategy for antibiotics prevents the growth of bacterial cell walls; Reversing inflammation that causes aging -- turning off the inflammasome!

This episode adds to episode 2 acupuncture. Some people use mild electricity instead of needles! See show notes at https://integratedpharmacist.blogspot.com/2019/10/electroacupuncture.html --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/integratedpharmacist/message

Benzo withdrawal can seem like an insurmountable hurdle. But the expected struggles can be eased significantly with a little education and support. Grab a plate and visit our buffet of coping skills: you just might find exactly what you need.In today's episode, we look at the first half of coping skills from A to Z. We also catch up on a couple of events from last week, discuss light-headedness and P.O.T.S., answer an inquiry from a listener with mild withdrawal, and share a benzo story from California.   Welcome to Episode #37 Today, we take a look at a laundry list of coping skills from A to Z. In this first part, we will go through the letter M, or at least the first part of it. Next week, we'll continue with M and finish out the list. We also have two questions on P.O.T.S and mild withdrawal, a comment about me talking about myself too much, and a benzo story from California. But first, let's list the resources used in this episode, and then we'll dive deeper into the content of episode 37. Episode Index Each time listed below is in minutes and seconds. Introduction: 0:57Mailbag: 6:52Benzo Story: 17:17Feature: 22:39Moment of Peace: 52:50 Episode Resources The following resource links are provided as a courtesy to our listeners. They do not constitute an endorsement by Benzo Free of the resource or any recommendations or advice provided therein. INTRODUCTIONBenzodiazepine Withdrawal Symposium: Web PageBenzodiazepine Withdrawal Symposium: YouTube VideoCNN: This is Life with Lisa Ling - The Benzo Crisis - Airs Sunday, Oct. 6th MAILBAG“Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS).” Cleveland Clinic. Accessed September 23, 2019. https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/16560-postural-orthostatic-tachycardia-syndrome-pots. FEATURE: Coping Skills from A to Z (Part 1)“Aromatherapy Uses and Benefits.” Healthline. Accessed September 22, 2019. https://www.healthline.com/health/what-is-aromatherapy.Ashton, C. Heather. Benzodiazepines: How They Work and How to Withdraw (aka The Ashton Manual). 2002. Accessed April 13, 2016. http://www.benzo.org.uk/manual.Fletcher, Jenna. “How to use 4-7-8 breathing for anxiety.” Medical News Today. February 11, 2019. Accessed September 22, 2019. https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/324417.php.Foster, D E. Benzo Free: The World of Anti-Anxiety Drugs and the Reality of Withdrawal. Erie, Colorado: Denim Mountain Press, 2018. http://www.benzofree.org/book.Kim, Sean, “10 Science-Backed, Simple Ways to Be Happier Today,” Life Hack, accessed March 7, 2017. https://www.lifehack.org/383250/10-science-backed-simple-ways-happier-today?ref=nav-dropdown-blog-.Seuss, Dr. The Lorax. New York: Random House, 1971. “Walking can lower risk of heart-related conditions as much as running.” Science Daily. April 4, 2013. Accessed August 14, 2017. https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2013/04/130404170225.htm.Yeung, WF, KF Chung, ZJ Zhang, SP Zhang, WC Chan, RM Ng, CL Chan, LM Ho, BY Yu, JC Chau, NC Lau, and LX Lao. “Electroacupuncture for tapering off long-term benzodiazepine use: A randomized controlled trial.” Journal of Psychiatric Research 2019 Feb. 109:59-67. Accessed September 23, 2019. doi:10.1016/j.jpsychires.2018.11.015. BENZO FREE LINKSWebsitePodcast Home PageFeedback FormDisclaimer Podcast Summary This podcast is dedicated to those who struggle with side effects, dependence, and withdrawal from benzos, a group of drugs from the benzodiazepine and nonbenzodiazepine classes, better known as anti-anxiety drugs, sleeping pills, sedatives, and minor tranquilizers. Their common brand names include Ambien, Ativan, Klonopin, Lunesta, Valium, and Xanax. Introduction In today's intro, I shared some upcoming news for the podcast and shared information about the Benzodiazepine Withdrawal Symposium in Arizona and the Massachusetts bill hearings from last week. Benzo Stories Today's benzo story was from Anne in California.

Benzo withdrawal can seem like an insurmountable hurdle. But the expected struggles can be eased significantly with a little education and support. Grab a plate and visit our buffet of coping skills: you just might find exactly what you need. In today's episode, we look at the first half of coping skills from A to Z. We also catch up on a couple of events from last week, discuss light-headedness and P.O.T.S., answer an inquiry from a listener with mild withdrawal, and share a benzo story from California. https://www.easinganxiety.com/post/coping-skills-from-a-to-z-part-1-of-2-bfp037Video ID: BFP037 Chapters 00:57 Introduction06:52 Mailbag17:17 Benzo Story22:39 Feature52:50 Moment of Peace  Resources The following resource links are provided as a courtesy to our listeners. They do not constitute an endorsement by Easing Anxiety of the resource or any recommendations or advice provided therein. INTRODUCTIONBenzodiazepine Withdrawal Symposium: Web PageBenzodiazepine Withdrawal Symposium: YouTube VideoCNN: This is Life with Lisa Ling – The Benzo Crisis – Airs Sunday, Oct. 6thMAILBAG“Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS).” Cleveland Clinic. Accessed September 23, 2019. https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/16560-postural-orthostatic-tachycardia-syndrome-pots.FEATURE: Coping Skills from A to Z (Part 1)“Aromatherapy Uses and Benefits.” Healthline. Accessed September 22, 2019. https://www.healthline.com/health/what-is-aromatherapy.Ashton, C. Heather. Benzodiazepines: How They Work and How to Withdraw (aka The Ashton Manual). 2002. Accessed April 13, 2016. http://www.benzo.org.uk/manual.Fletcher, Jenna. “How to use 4-7-8 breathing for anxiety.” Medical News Today. February 11, 2019. Accessed September 22, 2019. https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/324417.php.Foster, D E. Benzo Free: The World of Anti-Anxiety Drugs and the Reality of Withdrawal. Erie, Colorado: Denim Mountain Press, 2018. https://easinganxiety.com/book. Kim, Sean, “10 Science-Backed, Simple Ways to Be Happier Today,” Life Hack, accessed March 7, 2017. https://www.lifehack.org/383250/10-science-backed-simple-ways-happier-today?ref=nav-dropdown-blog-.Seuss, Dr. The Lorax. New York: Random House, 1971.“Walking can lower risk of heart-related conditions as much as running.” Science Daily. April 4, 2013. Accessed August 14, 2017. https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2013/04/130404170225.htm.Yeung, WF, KF Chung, ZJ Zhang, SP Zhang, WC Chan, RM Ng, CL Chan, LM Ho, BY Yu, JC Chau, NC Lau, and LX Lao. “Electroacupuncture for tapering off long-term benzodiazepine use: A randomized controlled trial.” Journal of Psychiatric Research 2019 Feb. 109:59-67. Accessed September 23, 2019. doi:10.1016/j.jpsychires.2018.11.015.  The PodcastThe Benzo Free Podcast provides information, support, and community to those who struggle with the long-term effects of anxiety medications such as benzodiazepines (Xanax, Ativan, Klonopin, Valium) and Z-drugs (Ambien, Lunesta, Sonata). WEBSITE: https://www.easinganxiety.comMAILING LIST: https://www.easinganxiety.com/subscribe YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@easinganx DISCLAIMERAll content provided by Easing Anxiety is for general informational purposes only and should never be considered medical advice. Any health-related information provided is not a substitute for medical advice and should not be used to diagnose or treat health problems, or to prescribe any medical devices or other remedies. Never disregard medical advice or delay in seeking it. Please visit our website for our complete disclaimer at https://www.easinganxiety.com/disclaimer. CREDITSMusic provided / licensed by Storyblocks Audio — https://www.storyblocks.com Benzo Free Theme — Title: “Walk in the Park” — Artist: Neil Cross PRODUCTIONEasing Anxiety is produced by…Denim Mountain Presshttps://www.denimmountainpress.com ©2022 Denim Mountain Press – All Rights Reserved

The World Health Organization states that neurological disorders are one of the greatest threats to public health today. Seventy-six million aging baby boomers, or 29 percent of the population in the United States, are about to push Alzheimer's disease rates sky high. Acupuncture, a form of traditional Chinese medicine, has been proven safe and effective in treating a wide variety of common ailments and problems. Acupuncture can also help treat Alzheimer's and other neurological diseases. This talk will discuss electroacupuncture, where a small electric current is passed between pairs of acupuncture needles. Electroacupuncture targets specific receptors to stimulate neuropeptide release for cerebral rehabilitation and neural synaptic repair. John Nieters will explain how this type of acupuncture works in the treatment of these four top neurological diseases: Alzheimer's disease/dementia, Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), Motor Neuron Disease, Parkinson's and Multiple Sclerosis. Nieters will further explain how electroacupuncture correlates to traditional Chinese medicine. Join us for this opportunity to hear Nieters, an experienced American practitioner of traditional Chinese medicine. This event is the latest in our member-led forums' Art and Science of Well-Being series. MLF ORGANIZER NAME Cynthia Miyashita and Lillian Nakagawa NOTES MLF: Asia-Pacific Affairs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SPEAKERS John Nieters, L.Ac. Doctor of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine; Licensed Acupuncturist; Former President, Academy of Chinese Culture and Health Sciences This program was recorded in front of a live audience at The Commonwealth Club of California in San Francisco on August 20th, 2019.

In this epidose, we talk with Anthony Lombardi on making small talk with patients, building a rapport, and we chat with two seminar attendees who discuss applying EXSTORE/motor points/EA in the clinic right after attending the seminar.  Other odds and ends are discused too. 

In this epidose, we talk with Anthony Lombardi on making small talk with patients, building a rapport, and we chat with two seminar attendees who discuss applying EXSTORE/motor points/EA in the clinic right after attending the seminar.  Other odds and ends are discused too. 

Electroacupuncture with herbs helps ankles recover.

In this Podcast Sue Devereux discusses electroacupuncture as an additional treatment for headshaking in horses. Electroacupuncture as an additional treatment for headshaking in six horsesS. Devereux https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/eve.12776

Dr Tuya Chuluuntulga can help you reverse it. Interviewed by Stephanie Webster Urban Health Method. Dr. Tuya is an experienced GP with specialist expertise in diabetes, nutrition and weight management. She uses her considerable knowledge of General Practice to review and examine patients to establish any underlying medical disorders and prescribe treatments or refer for a further specialist opinion. She works with her patients to prevent the onset of disease, delay age-related declines in health, and improve their health for optimal wellness and longevity. She offers wide-range of gender-specific health assessments including travel and employment health checks.She has extensive research and clinical experience in safe evidence-based customised lifestyle/behavioral change for patients with complex medical conditions. She gained a broad range of experience in various specialties during hospital posts within the UK with specialist qualifications and skills in diabetes, weight management, minor surgery, joint injections, cosmetic treatments, and acupuncture/electroacupuncture. Her unique follow up approach, for which many GPs are too committed and busy to undertake, synergises the health benefits from nutrient-enriched foods and sustainable long-term lifestyle changes. She has academic credentials as an expert in this field with an MSc and Ph.D. at the University of Aberdeen in Nutrition and Human metabolism. She worked in the Nutrition out-patient clinic in Woolman Hill Hospital and developed a Healthy Weight programme for adolescents in Aberdeen. She was awarded a Primary Care Research Award by CSO. She offers evidence-based Advanced Healthy Lifestyle and Nutrition coaching which is an effective approach that customises individual dietary and exercise plans for patients, formulated after a thorough health and lifestyle/activity check-up. Dr. Tuya focuses on the importance of delicious food that nourishes the body, reduces stress and boosts energy. Patients set and achieve realistic goals, learn how to overcome barriers to success and become motivated to achieve their ideal weight by applying specific behavior modification techniques. Highly accurate ActiGraph professional software and sleek accelerometer are used to assess and monitor objective physical activity. Acupuncture is offered as an additional strategy to reduce stress and cravings.Dr. Tuya offers Skin rejuvenation treatments such as Platelet Rich Plasma “Dracula therapy”, anti-wrinkle injections and dermal fillers. The Dracula therapy is commonly used for sports injuries, tendonitis, and osteoarthritis pain. NICE guidelines recommend Botox for patients with migraine who have not responded to at least three prior preventative treatments. Botox is an approved preventive treatment for migraine and excess sweating of hands/under armpits. Electroacupuncture used effectively for many conditions such as joint pains, back pain, menopause, erectile dysfunction, urinary incontinence and many more. Dr. Tuya is passionate about the benefits of natural healthy foods, physical activity, and holistic care. She genuinely cares about patients and is dedicated to providing the highest standards of clinical care and comprehensive continuity of care. Professional MembershipsRoyal College of General Practitioners British Medical Acupuncture Society Nutrition Society, UK Her website is www.activehealthstyle.com If you want to Get in Shape, Get Healthy and Get Happy, call us for a confidential consultation - Stephanie Webster Urban Health Method.

Dr Anthony Teoh discusses his article, "Electroacupuncture-reduced sedative and analgesic requirements for diagnostic EUS: a prospective, randomized, double-blinded, sham-controlled study" from the February issue.

Chronic aches and pains? Popping more painkillers than you'd like to? Did you know you can store emotions in your body that double as pain? Electroacupuncture has pain relieving and antidepressant properties minus the side effects. In this episode Doc J talks all about her experience with electroacupuncture and how it works to relieve pain, calm the nerves and lift the spirits. What You'll Learn In Today's Episode: How pain affects your brain & nervous system How emotions manifest as pain in your shoulders & hips Why stress causes chronic pain How electro-acupuncture stops pain

Acupuncture relieves depression. Electroacupuncture delivers significant results.

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