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VULTURES RETURN: The astonishing recovery of bearded vultures in the Alps is one of the “most successful wildlife comeback stories” ever. See photos of their tiny little beards (yes, really), learn about their epic comeback, and discover more about how they navigate an ossivorous diet 
QUIETER OCEANS: Scientists just uncovered the oldest known recording of a singing humpback whale, and 
FRESHWATER FILTERS: Mussels can be the “liver of the rivers,” known for filtering out heavy metals and drawing down carbon, but these bivalves are extremely threatened globally. Learn about how these artificial waterways might be able to offer unexpected help to the natural filter-feeders 
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SPECIAL SKILLS: Could your favorite hobby help keep your brain young? Expert birders are showing brain patterns linked to younger, more efficient thinking, leading researchers to suggest that having specialized skills might help slow down cognitive aging. Find out what the MRI imaging revealed about study participants’ brain perception and attention 
MINDFUL FOCUS: Did you know for nearly half of our waking hours, our minds are wandering? Research shows meditation can have visible brain benefits in just 8 weeks. 
MATCHA MOMENT: Used widely in Japanese cuisine, green tea matcha powder is known for many health benefits. Now, “human studies suggest green tea may relieve allergic rhinitis,” and “could help reduce sneezing linked to nasal allergies.”
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Exclusively for ICAN supporters. In this new episode, Dr. Stuart Fischbein joins Del for an Off the Record conversation about why reforming maternity care may be one of the most overlooked pieces of the broader health movement. Drawing on decades of experience in both hospital and home birth settings, he questions whether modern obstetrics has become overly intervention-driven—and why empowering women with real choices could lead to better outcomes. If you aren’t aware, HighWire+ is our exclusive gift to monthly donors - a video-on-demand platform featuring brand new shows, 24/7 access to a selection of your favorite documentaries, and new titles coming soon! *If you are an existing donor, sign up using the email address associated with your donation! If you are ready to become a recurring donor, then CLICK HERE and create your new monthly donation! On behalf of all of us at ICAN and The HighWire, thank you for your continued support, get signed up on HighWire+, and enjoy this new episode of Off The Record! |
There’s a subtle difference between eating nutrients vs actually getting them. But once you understand, you’ll never look at food the same way. Because your immune system runs on what your body absorbs, not just what’s on your plate. And a huge part of that process happens in your gut. In fact, that’s where most of your immune activity lives. So when digestion is working smoothly, things tend to hold up. But when it’s under pressure (even a little) your body has to work harder to access what it needs. And some foods make that job harder than it has to be. Raw vegetables, dense proteins, fiber-heavy meals… All good on paper, but they ask a lot from your system. That’s why something as simple as soup can make a difference. | |
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When ingredients are cooked down, softened, blended, your body doesn’t have to do as much of the breakdown itself. It can focus on using the nutrients instead. Less effort in. More return out. These are 20 recipes designed to give your body nutrients in a form it can actually work with, especially when your system could use a little support. | |
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P.S. Here are just a few of the nourishing soups in the cookbook!
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BREAKING: Fully Vaccinated Idaho Mayor Collapses and DIES SUDDENLY During Public Event
A newly elected Idaho mayor has died suddenly after collapsing in the middle of a speech during a public event...
BREAKING: Fully Vaccinated Idaho Mayor Collapses and DIES SUDDENLY During Public Event
A newly elected Idaho mayor has died suddenly after collapsing in the middle of a speech during a public event...
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Did you know that many food sensitivities are rooted in nervous system dysregulation?
Chronic stress, trauma, health issues, and head injuries can actually rewire how your body responds to food (and chemicals).
Your autonomic nervous system has two primary functions: fight-flight-or-freeze and rest-and-digest.
Here’s what happens when you're in stress mode:
And over time, your body begins to treat food as a threat.
It’s estimated that over 70% of adults have experienced at least one traumatic event in their lifetime.
And nearly 50% of adults experience some form of immune reactivity to at least one food.
Car accidents, head injuries, financial stress, and relationship struggles can all condition your nervous system to a chronic stress-state which triggers digestive dysfunction and quite literally wires your system for a hyper-inflammatory response.
If your nervous system is stuck in sympathetic overdrive or hypervigilance, every time you eat, your nervous system may recognize even the healthiest, cleanest foods as a threat.
The next time you encounter that food or ingredient, your immune system perceives the threat.
This is why nervous system regulation becomes MISSION-CRITICAL when trying to overcome food sensitivities.
My friend integrative health expert Jason Prall is hosting the ALL-NEW Food Sensitivity Summit, March 26-31, where 15 experts will show you how to identify if nervous system dysregulation is driving your food sensitivities, and what to do about it.
Save your seat for the 2026 Food Sensitivity Summit: Eat Without Fear
** And make sure you check out the video after you register, where you’ll find a little-known tip you can start using today to soothe your gut and start reducing food reactions.
At this 5-day FREE online event, you'll discover:
- How stress and trauma prime your immune system for food reactivity
- How thoughts, emotions, and injuries trigger food reactions
- Simple shifts you can make at mealtimes to signal safety to your nervous system
- Nervous system regulation strategies that help your body unlearn threat associations with food
Experts like Dr. Keesha Ewers, Dr. Leila Doolittle, Andrew DeGregorio, and Dr. Datis Kharrazian will guide you through both the latest science and practical applications you can use to retrain your nervous system so eating stops activating defensive responses.
Register for the Food Sensitivity Summit and learn how to address nervous system triggers of food sensitivities.
To your health,
Chronic stress, trauma, health issues, and head injuries can actually rewire how your body responds to food (and chemicals).
Your autonomic nervous system has two primary functions: fight-flight-or-freeze and rest-and-digest.
Here’s what happens when you're in stress mode:
- Digestion weakens
- Detoxification slows
- Your immune system produces pro-inflammatory signals
- And your nervous system becomes hypervigilant
And over time, your body begins to treat food as a threat.
It’s estimated that over 70% of adults have experienced at least one traumatic event in their lifetime.
And nearly 50% of adults experience some form of immune reactivity to at least one food.
Car accidents, head injuries, financial stress, and relationship struggles can all condition your nervous system to a chronic stress-state which triggers digestive dysfunction and quite literally wires your system for a hyper-inflammatory response.
If your nervous system is stuck in sympathetic overdrive or hypervigilance, every time you eat, your nervous system may recognize even the healthiest, cleanest foods as a threat.
The next time you encounter that food or ingredient, your immune system perceives the threat.
This is why nervous system regulation becomes MISSION-CRITICAL when trying to overcome food sensitivities.
My friend integrative health expert Jason Prall is hosting the ALL-NEW Food Sensitivity Summit, March 26-31, where 15 experts will show you how to identify if nervous system dysregulation is driving your food sensitivities, and what to do about it.
Save your seat for the 2026 Food Sensitivity Summit: Eat Without Fear
** And make sure you check out the video after you register, where you’ll find a little-known tip you can start using today to soothe your gut and start reducing food reactions.
At this 5-day FREE online event, you'll discover:
- How stress and trauma prime your immune system for food reactivity
- How thoughts, emotions, and injuries trigger food reactions
- Simple shifts you can make at mealtimes to signal safety to your nervous system
- Nervous system regulation strategies that help your body unlearn threat associations with food
Experts like Dr. Keesha Ewers, Dr. Leila Doolittle, Andrew DeGregorio, and Dr. Datis Kharrazian will guide you through both the latest science and practical applications you can use to retrain your nervous system so eating stops activating defensive responses.
Register for the Food Sensitivity Summit and learn how to address nervous system triggers of food sensitivities.
To your health,
Hey folks,
On March 25th, I’ve invited two special guests to lead our next webinar: Jill from Whispering Willow Farm and Kaylee from Honeystead.
You may recognize them...
Jill and Kaylee have both been featured on the Thriving Farmer Podcast in the past. Now they’re back to give us a glimpse into their deep knowledge of herbalism.
They’ll show you how to start simple: six essential herbs, a manageable garden size, and training on how to actually use the herbs you grow.
Kaylee Richardson is a long-time homesteader, beekeeper, and author of The Beekeeper’s Apothecary. She studies the way food and medicine overlap, specializing in honey and herbalism as a certified apitherapy practitioner.
Date: Wednesday, March 25
Time: 8PM EST
Where: Online (link sent after registration)
Sign up today to save your seat.
If you’ve ever dreamed of walking outside to a living pantry of medicinal herbs, there’s no better place to start. You don't need a lot of land. You don't need a lot of experience. Just show up ready to take notes and ask questions, and Jill and Kaylee will get you started on the right track.
Best,
On March 25th, I’ve invited two special guests to lead our next webinar: Jill from Whispering Willow Farm and Kaylee from Honeystead.
You may recognize them...
Jill and Kaylee have both been featured on the Thriving Farmer Podcast in the past. Now they’re back to give us a glimpse into their deep knowledge of herbalism.
They’ll show you how to start simple: six essential herbs, a manageable garden size, and training on how to actually use the herbs you grow.
About the Guest Speakers:
Jill Ragan, author of The Tiny But Mighty Farm, has been homesteading and farming with her family for 10+ years on Whispering Willow Farm. Online, Jill teaches sourdough and herbalism, helping others recover valuable skills that used to be a part of everyday life.Kaylee Richardson is a long-time homesteader, beekeeper, and author of The Beekeeper’s Apothecary. She studies the way food and medicine overlap, specializing in honey and herbalism as a certified apitherapy practitioner.
Event Details:
Date: Wednesday, March 25 Time: 8PM EST Where: Online (link sent after registration) Sign up today to save your seat.If you’ve ever dreamed of walking outside to a living pantry of medicinal herbs, there’s no better place to start. You don't need a lot of land. You don't need a lot of experience. Just show up ready to take notes and ask questions, and Jill and Kaylee will get you started on the right track.
Best,
What if your seasonal allergies aren’t just physical… but also neurological? For many people, allergies are tied to inflammation that impacts the brain. … Think brain fog, fatigue, mood shifts, and lack of clarity. Click here to join me for a live conversation with Steven Wright, Founder of Healthy Gut, as we explore the connection between allergies, the gut, and brain health. In this session, you’ll:
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If you’ve noticed your focus, energy, or mood shift with your symptoms… this will connect the dots. We’ll meet on Thursday, March 26, 2026 2:00 PM ET / 11am PT Join us live and send in your questions. This event is offered at no cost, and we hope it will be priceless! | |
So thankful that you're making an investment in your health, your life and yourself. Because health means everything, | |
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(Yes, we’ll send the replay, but definitely try to be on live to get the most out of this event!) |
In this episode of The Energy Blueprint, I’m speaking with neuroscientist and bestselling author Mark Waldman. Mark has been on the podcast multiple times, but I find his information so interesting that I’m excited to have him back today. Mark is now working in a new field called network neuroscience. During our conversation, he explains the framework of this field and shares some very practical but very effective steps to reduce mind-wandering and improve psychotherapy outcomes. I hope you enjoy the podcast! (This episode was initially released in Oct 204) In this podcast, Mark and I discuss:
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Hey Jimi, Wow! What an incredible journey it has been! I’m so grateful for my team that worked so tirelessly to put this docuseries together… The incredible experts who came on board and gave it their all… And you… the very reason for this docuseries! Your commitment and hunger to learn were so evident and inspirational… And to say thank you for your continued support, I’ve decided to give you access to a 72-hour Replay Weekend! | |
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You can now watch Episodes 10-12 plus Bonus Episodes 10-12… starting right now. After that, these episodes will be taken down for good… so make sure you watch them while you can! Watch Episodes 10-12 plus Bonus Episodes 10-12 of Beyond the Diagnosis here |
- DIY Bug Repellent with Essential Oils - Skip the harsh sprays and make a simple repellent with essential oils known to repel bugs bugs, like citronella, lemon eucalyptus, peppermint, and more. Perfect as spring weather warms up!
- Cypress Essential Oil Benefits & Antioxidant Support - Cypress is a fresh, evergreen oil many families use for circulation support, muscle comfort, and a cleaner-feeling environment. It's also a favorite for pest-control.
- How to Avoid Gluten in Real Life - Gluten-free isn’t just skipping bread. This guide covers what to avoid, how to prevent cross-contact in your home, and label terms that can hide gluten so you can shop and cook with confidence.
- Light and Zesty Lemon Tea Bread Recipe - This gluten-free tea bread recipe uses lemon juice, zest and essential oil for flavor we love. Plus the drizzle topping is delicious. It’s a simple slice-and-serve treat for spring gatherings.
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Fruits and Vegetables Lower BP
By Chauncey Crandall, M.D.
Clinical research found that eating more fruits and veggies can lower blood pressure and improve heart health by reducing acid levels in the body. People who added two to four cups of fruits and vegetables to their daily diet wound up with lower blood pressure and reduced heart disease risk, as well as improved kidney health.
“This supports our recommendation that fruits and vegetables should be the ‘foundational’ treatment for patients with hypertension, because we accomplish all three goals [kidney health, lower blood pressure, and reduced cardiovascular disease risk] with fruits and vegetables, and we can do so with lower medication doses,” said researcher Maninder Kahlon, an associate professor of population health with the University of Texas at Austin Dell Medical School.
Special: Top Cardiologist Formulated This for His Own Heart
For the trial, researchers divided a group of 153 patients with high blood pressure and very high levels of blood acid into three groups. One group ate more fruits and vegetables, another group took two sodium bicarbonate tablets daily, and the third kept following standard care.
The sodium bicarbonate group wound up with better kidney health than the control group, but didn’t gain the blood pressure and heart-health benefits of the fruits-and-veggies group.
In addition, the people eating more fruits and vegetables required lower doses of blood pressure medication.
By Chauncey Crandall, M.D.
Clinical research found that eating more fruits and veggies can lower blood pressure and improve heart health by reducing acid levels in the body. People who added two to four cups of fruits and vegetables to their daily diet wound up with lower blood pressure and reduced heart disease risk, as well as improved kidney health.
“This supports our recommendation that fruits and vegetables should be the ‘foundational’ treatment for patients with hypertension, because we accomplish all three goals [kidney health, lower blood pressure, and reduced cardiovascular disease risk] with fruits and vegetables, and we can do so with lower medication doses,” said researcher Maninder Kahlon, an associate professor of population health with the University of Texas at Austin Dell Medical School.
Special: Top Cardiologist Formulated This for His Own Heart
For the trial, researchers divided a group of 153 patients with high blood pressure and very high levels of blood acid into three groups. One group ate more fruits and vegetables, another group took two sodium bicarbonate tablets daily, and the third kept following standard care.
The sodium bicarbonate group wound up with better kidney health than the control group, but didn’t gain the blood pressure and heart-health benefits of the fruits-and-veggies group.
In addition, the people eating more fruits and vegetables required lower doses of blood pressure medication.
Hi Jimi,
When you or your loved one received a cancer diagnosis, the focus immediately shifted to treatment.
And while that definitely matters, there is something equally important that is often overlooked.
Something that can influence how the body responds, even when you are doing everything you have been told.
Discover the often-overlooked factor that may be influencing your body’s ability to heal, and how to gently support it.
You see, cancer diagnosis doesn't just affect the body.
It also significantly affects your nervous system, the part of you that determines whether your body feels safe enough to repair itself.
It’s also affecting your immune system, which needs to be functioning at its best to support your recovery.
And over time, it can affect your emotional state and how you see yourself.
Most cancer treatment focuses entirely on the tumor.
On killing cancer cells, shrinking masses, and eliminating disease.
But very few practitioners address the internal stress patterns that influence how and why cancer actually shows up in the body in the first place.
And even fewer address what happens to your nervous system when you're living in a constant state of waiting for the next scan, the next result, the next piece of difficult news.
Here's what you need to know:
Your body does not heal in a state of chronic stress. It heals when it feels safe.
Not enough people know about this, which is why I'm hosting a complimentary live webclass called The Healing Code for Cancer: The Missing Foundation Behind the Diagnosis.
It’s happening on Tuesday, March 24th at 4:00 PM Eastern.
In this one-hour session, I'll reveal:
Why two people with the same diagnosis can experience completely different outcomes based on their internal environment.
The biology of safety and why your body cannot prioritize repair and recovery while it feels chronically threatened.
How to shift from fear-based healing to empowered healing and the neurological difference it makes in your recovery.
Practical tools to calm your nervous system in real time, especially when fear starts to rise.
How to begin retraining your internal stress response safely, gently, and effectively.
How your nervous system shapes your immune resilience and how moving out of “survival mode” creates a more supportive internal environment for healing.
If you've been feeling like there's a missing piece to your healing that nobody's addressing, this is it.
Register for The Healing Code for Cancer: The Missing Foundation Behind the Diagnosis.
Wishing you health and happiness,
When you or your loved one received a cancer diagnosis, the focus immediately shifted to treatment.
And while that definitely matters, there is something equally important that is often overlooked.
Something that can influence how the body responds, even when you are doing everything you have been told.
Discover the often-overlooked factor that may be influencing your body’s ability to heal, and how to gently support it.
You see, cancer diagnosis doesn't just affect the body.
It also significantly affects your nervous system, the part of you that determines whether your body feels safe enough to repair itself.
It’s also affecting your immune system, which needs to be functioning at its best to support your recovery.
And over time, it can affect your emotional state and how you see yourself.
Most cancer treatment focuses entirely on the tumor.
On killing cancer cells, shrinking masses, and eliminating disease.
But very few practitioners address the internal stress patterns that influence how and why cancer actually shows up in the body in the first place.
And even fewer address what happens to your nervous system when you're living in a constant state of waiting for the next scan, the next result, the next piece of difficult news.
Here's what you need to know:
Your body does not heal in a state of chronic stress. It heals when it feels safe.
Not enough people know about this, which is why I'm hosting a complimentary live webclass called The Healing Code for Cancer: The Missing Foundation Behind the Diagnosis.
It’s happening on Tuesday, March 24th at 4:00 PM Eastern.
In this one-hour session, I'll reveal:
Why two people with the same diagnosis can experience completely different outcomes based on their internal environment.
The biology of safety and why your body cannot prioritize repair and recovery while it feels chronically threatened.
How to shift from fear-based healing to empowered healing and the neurological difference it makes in your recovery.
Practical tools to calm your nervous system in real time, especially when fear starts to rise.
How to begin retraining your internal stress response safely, gently, and effectively.
How your nervous system shapes your immune resilience and how moving out of “survival mode” creates a more supportive internal environment for healing.
If you've been feeling like there's a missing piece to your healing that nobody's addressing, this is it.
Register for The Healing Code for Cancer: The Missing Foundation Behind the Diagnosis.
Wishing you health and happiness,