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TODAY on The HighWire!​

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EPISODE 465: ESSENTIAL ELEMENTS​

It’s show day on The HighWire! This week, we’re digging into FOUR big stories: 1) MAHA & Glyphosate — what’s really happening? The recent Trump Administration Executive Order on glyphosate is triggering backlash over regulation and oversight—including concerns about expedited production tied to Roundup’s key ingredients. ICAN is gathering public input on glyphosate, corporate accountability, and federal decision-making—and we want to hear from you. TAKE THE SURVEY: https://bit.ly/ICANPOLL 2) Vani Hari (“Food Babe”) joins Del Del sits down with Vani Hari to talk food fights, MAHA, and what this “incredible moment” could mean for the movement and the country. 3) Jaxen Reports—Lobbyists swarm Washington D.C. as MAHA fights for wins With midterms approaching, Kennedy and his MAHA agenda are rapidly facing a full court press from D.C. lobbyists as The People activate to hold the line for truth and transparency. 4) Dr. Michael Nehls: The case for lithium Del’s in-studio with Dr. Michael Nehls to explore his new work on lithium—asking whether it’s an essential element that’s been misunderstood (or even withheld) from public health priorities. This is one of those weeks where what happens next matters. Your voice matters. Join us live, and let's connect the dots, together. ESSENTIAL ELEMENTS goes LIVE today, 11:00am PT / 2:00pm ET at TheHighWire.com! P.S. Don’t skip this—take the glyphosate survey here: https://bit.ly/ICANPOLL​

 

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Best Foods To Improve Joint Health​

Joint discomfort is often linked to inflammation and wear over time. Certain foods contain nutrients that support cartilage, lubrication, and overall joint function. Read Full Article

 

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• DIY Lotion Bar for Deep Hydration - This DIY lotion bar delivers rich moisture with natural butters and essential oils so you can avoid the synthetic fragrances and antibacterial chemicals found in commercial lotions.
• Oregano Essential Oil Benefits for Immunity - With powerful antibacterial and antifungal properties that support immunity and aid digestion, oregano essential oils is a strong remedy with research-backed benefits.
• Bioactive Foods to Fight Inflammation & More - Bioactive foods supply antioxidants, phytonutrients, and protective compounds that go far beyond basic vitamins and minerals. See our top sources to add these vital nutrients today!
• Healthy Homemade Tomato Bisque Recipe - This creamy tomato bisque blends antioxidant-rich tomatoes with herbs and essential oils for a nourishing soup. Warm your home as you feed your family an allergy-friendly and delicious meal.

 

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​ Dear , Global elites want to hack the sky – spraying chemicals to “fight climate change” or to redirect the sun's rays. But geoengineering could mean drought, ruined crops, health disasters, and war over weather control. Unpredictable, irreversible – turning Earth into a lab with YOU as the guinea pig. We’ve seen this before, and with your help, we can pressure Washington to reverse course. Here’s how: ICAN is exercising our First Amendment Right to Petition the Government, and we need your help to bring the heat. We know President Trump will fight globalists, and we’re counting on him to take a leadership role again: Ban this madness! SIGN THE ICAN PETITION TO TRUMP: Preamble: President Donald J. Trump, we respectfully urge you to take decisive action to prevent any geoengineering experimentation or deployment that could threaten the American people. Whereas: If deployed at scale, geoengineering could have profound, unpredictable, and potentially irreversible consequences—including disrupted weather and rainfall patterns, extreme drought, risks to planetary food security and ecological diversity, unintended warming or excessive cooling, stratospheric ozone depletion, greater exposure to air pollutants and ultraviolet exposure with associated health risks, acid rain, diminution of solar power systems, and geopolitical conflict over control of the global thermostat. These impacts would harm biodiversity, agriculture, and human health on a global scale. Whereas: Unlike traditional technologies, geoengineering cannot be meaningfully tested without large-scale deployment. In effect, it proposes turning the Earth into a laboratory—locking humanity into dangerous outcomes that may be impossible to reverse and could worsen the very problems they claim to solve. America should never consent to policies that treat its citizens—or the rest of the world—as test subjects. Whereas: We cannot afford to be distracted by the false promise of speculative, high-risk technologies pushed by special interests and global bureaucracies. The United States must lead with prudence, humility, and respect for natural systems—not reckless experimentation. Therefore: We respectfully call on you to:

1. Immediately prohibit federal funding, authorization, or participation in geoengineering research, testing, or deployment. 2. Require full transparency and investigation into any proposed geoengineering activities that could affect U.S. airspace, land, or waters. 3. Protect American sovereignty, public health, and environmental integrity by rejecting efforts by other nations to promote geoengineering.

 

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​ Dear , Global elites want to hack the sky – spraying chemicals to “fight climate change” or to redirect the sun's rays. But geoengineering could mean drought, ruined crops, health disasters, and war over weather control. Unpredictable, irreversible – turning Earth into a lab with YOU as the guinea pig. We’ve seen this before, and with your help, we can pressure Washington to reverse course. Here’s how: ICAN is exercising our First Amendment Right to Petition the Government, and we need your help to bring the heat. We know President Trump will fight globalists, and we’re counting on him to take a leadership role again: Ban this madness! SIGN THE ICAN PETITION TO TRUMP: Preamble: President Donald J. Trump, we respectfully urge you to take decisive action to prevent any geoengineering experimentation or deployment that could threaten the American people. Whereas: If deployed at scale, geoengineering could have profound, unpredictable, and potentially irreversible consequences—including disrupted weather and rainfall patterns, extreme drought, risks to planetary food security and ecological diversity, unintended warming or excessive cooling, stratospheric ozone depletion, greater exposure to air pollutants and ultraviolet exposure with associated health risks, acid rain, diminution of solar power systems, and geopolitical conflict over control of the global thermostat. These impacts would harm biodiversity, agriculture, and human health on a global scale. Whereas: Unlike traditional technologies, geoengineering cannot be meaningfully tested without large-scale deployment. In effect, it proposes turning the Earth into a laboratory—locking humanity into dangerous outcomes that may be impossible to reverse and could worsen the very problems they claim to solve. America should never consent to policies that treat its citizens—or the rest of the world—as test subjects. Whereas: We cannot afford to be distracted by the false promise of speculative, high-risk technologies pushed by special interests and global bureaucracies. The United States must lead with prudence, humility, and respect for natural systems—not reckless experimentation. Therefore: We respectfully call on you to:

1. Immediately prohibit federal funding, authorization, or participation in geoengineering research, testing, or deployment. 2. Require full transparency and investigation into any proposed geoengineering activities that could affect U.S. airspace, land, or waters. 3. Protect American sovereignty, public health, and environmental integrity by rejecting efforts by other nations to promote geoengineering.

 

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Dr. Osborne here,


After Tuesday’s episode on hidden causes of nutrient deficiencies, one theme stood out very clearly: many people are doing the right things with their diet and still not feeling the way they expect to feel.

They are eating clean, making thoughtful choices, and even using supplements, yet they continue to experience fatigue, brain fog, low resilience, or slow recovery. In my clinical experience, this is often driven by a foundational nutrient gap created by stress, poor absorption, medication-related depletion, and the demands of modern life.

Even with a strong diet, the body’s nutrient needs can increase significantly under chronic stress, digestive strain, or long-term depletion. Over time, this creates a situation where intake looks adequate on paper, but true cellular support is still lacking.

This is one of the primary reasons I so often recommend a high-quality multivitamin as a daily nutritional foundation.

A multivitamin is not a replacement for real food, and it is not a magic fix for poor absorption. But when you are under stress, dealing with digestive challenges, or trying to rebuild after years of depletion, it becomes a practical and reliable way to support baseline nutrient needs while you address the root causes.

Not all multivitamins are created equal. Many use inferior forms, poor dosing, or ingredients that are difficult to tolerate, especially for those with sensitivities.

Ultra Nutrients was designed specifically to address those concerns. It is a comprehensive, well-tolerated multivitamin and mineral formula formulated with bioavailable forms to support energy, cognitive clarity, stress resilience, and overall nutritional balance with efficiency and tolerance in mind.

In my opinion, it remains one of the most effective foundational formulas for individuals who need broad-spectrum support without unnecessary fillers or poorly absorbed nutrients.

This weekend through Monday at midnight, you can save 15% on Ultra Nutrients with code MULTI15.

Shop Ultra Nutrients

And if you have questions about nutrient testing, absorption, medication-related depletion, stress chemistry, or which nutrients may be most relevant for your situation, join me live today.

I will be LIVE for Q&A at 12:30 PM CST on YouTube and Facebook. Bring your questions and I will answer as many as I can.

 

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Hey Jimi,

We all know that stress affects our health.

But a recent study led by researchers at Columbia University revealed something much more specific.

Participants were asked to recall a memory that made them angry for just eight minutes.

Researchers then measured how well their blood vessels were functioning, and what they found was striking.

The blood vessels temporarily lost some of their ability to dilate properly, and that change lasted up to 40 minutes after the anger had passed.

Discover how anger damages your health and how to transform it into resilience today at 4 p.m. ET.





This is not simply about having a bad mood.

It shows how quickly the body shifts into a measurable stress response.

When anger rises, your sympathetic nervous system activates, your blood flow begins to change, and your inflammatory chemistry starts to shift.

Your body is essentially preparing itself to defend.

That response is intelligent in a real emergency.

But when these reactions happen repeatedly, even in short bursts, the system can begin to stay slightly “braced” beneath the surface.

Over time, that quiet bracing can make it harder for the body to enter the rest and repair state where healing actually takes place.

Not enough people understand the long-term effects anger can have on the cardiovascular system, immune balance, and overall vitality.

Even fewer people are ever taught how to work with anger in simple and practical ways.

That is why I am going live today at 4 p.m. Eastern Time for a webclass called:

Anger and the Nervous System: Neuroscience Meets Ancient Wisdom.

In this one-hour session, we will explore how anger affects the brain, the immune system, and your long-term vitality.

We will look at why these feelings arise in the first place.

And more importantly, how to regulate them naturally.

This is about building genuine resilience rather than just suppressing what you feel.

I want to give you the practical tools to help your system finally feel safe enough to begin its deep work of healing.

If this sounds like something for you, use the link below to join us.

Reserve your seat for our live session today at 4 p.m. ET here.

I can't wait to see you there,

 

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Not all multivitamins are created equal. In fact, most of them are created as cheaply as possible (so the company can maximize profits while you get minimal benefits).

But it doesn't have to be this way.

Discover what's really in most multivitamins
(and what you should be looking for instead)

Look, I'm not telling you this to scare you.

I'm telling you because you deserve to know the truth about what you're putting in your body every single day.

And because once you understand what to look for (and what to avoid), you can make choices that actually support your health instead of sabotaging it.

Your health is too important to leave to chance.

To your health,

 

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You can eat the cleanest organic diet, drink filtered water, and take all the right supplements… And yet, you might still feel like your health is stuck in a cycle of "one step forward, two steps back." The reason why is something most people…and even most conventional doctors…completely overlook. When we think about "hidden passengers" or microscopic guests in our bodies, we usually blame a bad meal or an overseas trip. But according to Dr. Daniel Nuzum, we are looking at the wrong map. During a recent conversation, he explained that our primary entry point isn't our mouth…it's our nose. “A majority, and I'm talking 80% or more, of the parasites that will ever enter your body are going to enter your body through your respiratory system. Not through your food, not through your water, but through your respiratory system. You're going to inhale those little, they're called cysts, the eggs of parasites. 80% or more of all parasitic infections come from our respiratory system... we actually inhale them.” Dr. Nuzum revealed that we are constantly breathing in microscopic "cysts" (eggs) that float in the air. This is why traditional "cleanses" often fail. To get your vitality back, you have to stop "chasing the fire" and start changing the soil. That’s why I wrote my new book, The Parasite Reset: A Science-Backed Guide to Healing Chronic Inflammation and Disease. It explores the modern approach to internal "hitchhikers," and why so many people remain in a perpetual state of cleansing, never reaching total restoration.​

Download your copy of The Parasite Reset: A Science-Backed Guide to Healing Chronic Inflammation and Disease (no cost to you) In this book, you’ll get to: Learn why you must open your liver and lymph "drainage" before you ever try to target a parasite, ensuring toxins actually have a way out. Discover the critical connection between hidden infections and the immune system, and how these guests drive chronic health struggles from the shadows. Explore the strategic use of powerful botanicals such as Wormwood, Clove, and Black Walnut Hull to disrupt the life cycles of microscopic invaders. Uncover the importance of natural "binders" to mop up debris and metabolic waste so you don't feel sluggish or "flat" while your body restores its balance. And here's the best part: When you download this amazing book, you’re also gettingVIP accessto my groundbreaking 10-episode docuseries Beyond The Diagnosis.​

You’ll hear from over 50 of the world’s top medical doctors and natural health experts, who share the uncensored truth about highly effective ways to reverse disease with natural medicine protocols… Beyond the Diagnosis starts on Monday, March 2, 2026, at 8 PM ET, and it will feature breakthrough after breakthrough. Most doctors never share this vital information with their patients… They simply don’t know how to treat the body as one interconnected living organism. But our world-class holistic experts hold nothing back. All you need to do? Download your copy of The Parasite Reset: A Science-Backed Guide to Healing Chronic Inflammation and Disease (no cost to you)​

 

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Hi Jimi,

In every major ancient healing tradition — from the yoga lineages of India to the monasteries of Tibet to the ceremonial practices of the Amazon — there is one teaching that appears again and again.

Your breath is the most powerful healing tool you possess.

In today's video, we explore why it is that most of us are unknowingly depriving our brains of the oxygen they need to thrive — and how the simple act of intentional breathing can bring us emotional release, mental clarity, and deep physical healing.

*As part of this teaching, I also take you into a guided practice that reveals where you're holding tension, stress, and even old trauma in your body — and show you how to let it go, one breath at a time.




Click here to watch today's video now





This is the second video in our 3-part Brain Health Series. If you missed yesterday's video with Dr. Titus Chiu and his 5 brain exercises, you can access that one as well using the link above.

Stay curious,

Nick Polizzi

 

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Looking for a template for planning your herbal learning?​

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One of the things I love about herbalism is that there are always new things to learn. The more you know, the more you see how you can add to your base of knowledge. In this week’s episode of HerbMentor Radio, I have the pleasure of talking with Mimi Prunella Hernandez. We explore how the layout of her National Geographic Herbal provides a beautiful template for expanding your herbal knowledge. Mimi’s book draws on her knowledge as a clinical herbalist and educator, as well as her Colombian heritage and curanderismo traditions. She blends folk wisdom with modern science. On the episode, she and I share an exciting announcement about how we’ll be collaborating this coming year. We go on to explore… An herbal path that begins with tuning into our senses and learning to trust our intuition. From there, we move into the kitchen and on to developing your own apothecary. The path expands into the garden with cultivated and weedy plants and then out into the woodlands. And then, beyond the woodlands to reach toward community and even global herbalism. Mimi shares tips for engaging with plants like peach leaf and prickly pear cactus. We also get Mimi’s perspective on engaging with less abundant herbs like goldenseal. Please join us for this wander down the path of herbal learning.

LISTEN NOW​

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Maria Noël Groves: Herbs for Gut Health

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Are you suffering from chronic pain, fatigue, anxiety, or feel like you’re aging faster than you should?

If so, then you need to know about a unique and powerful healing method called Spring Forest Qigong created by Qigong master and healer, Chunyi Lin.

Qigong is an ancient Chinese practice. It works with your body's energy, which is called Qi or chi.

As Richard Gerber, M.D., puts it:

By moving Qi through the body, you can heal yourself of many ailments.

This system of healing has helped a quarter of a million people unlock inner health, healing, natural beauty, higher energy, and true happiness.

And beginning on March 10th, for 3 days, it will be available online for free.

Discover the ancient healing secrets taught by Master Chunyi Lin.

Here are just a few of the countless issues that have been resolved with this unique healing system:

* General pain: neck, shoulder, lower back, knee, arthritis, joints

* Migraine headaches, sinus problems, allergies

* Digestive issues

* Hearing and sight problems

* Kidney and liver dysfunction

* Strokes

* Diabetes, cholesterol, and high blood sugar

* Heart disease, high blood pressure, and circulation problems

* Immune dysfunction and autoimmune diseases

* Mental and emotional disorders

When you sign up today, you’ll get access to 7 professionally produced video sessions and use 3 breakthrough meditations absolutely free.

It is designed to help you learn the art of self-healing so that you can boost your energy, balance your mind and body, feel better fast, and finally achieve lasting peace.

Register and save your seat for the upcoming Spring Forest HealingFest.

You possess the innate ability to heal your own sickness and disease, and even to help heal your loved ones, using nothing more than your own natural energy. All you have to do is learn to turn it on!

Wishing you abundant health,

Jason Prall


P.S. Bill Manahan, M.D., from the University of Minnesota Medical School said,

I would place Qigong equal in importance to the incredible discoveries in the forties called antibiotics.

The Spring Forest Healingfest is Master Chunyi’s gift to the world. His goal is to share it with as many people as possible.

Don't miss this opportunity.

 

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​ Hello There, When we talk about AIP research, it's easy to focus on one outcome—symptoms. We all want to feel better. But the newest Hashimoto's research is measuring far more than fatigue or brain fog. In this study, researchers tracked body weight and body fat percentage, performed thyroid ultrasound imaging to measure gland volume, and analyzed detailed shifts in micronutrient intake and overall nutrient density—all alongside thyroid labs and symptom reports. In other words, they looked at what changed structurally, metabolically, and nutritionally, not just how participants felt. This week on the Autoimmune Wellness Podcast, we continue Science Month with a deep dive into the second clinical study on AIP for Hashimoto's—paired with a practical Small Bite on setting up your kitchen for success.​ ​ Episode 65: AIP for Hashimoto's — The Polish Study on Nutrient-Density, Symptoms & Thyroid Health This episode breaks down a 2023 Polish clinical study that expanded on the original Abbott trial—testing AIP in a larger academic setting and measuring far more than symptoms alone. In addition to thyroid labs and antibodies, this research team examined: Changes in nutrient intake and micronutrient density Body weight, BMI, and body fat percentage Thyroid ultrasound findings (including gland volume) Symptom burden across fatigue, cognition, digestion, skin, and more Participants followed a 12-week AIP Elimination Phase guided by a dietitian—and the results were striking. We discuss: The dramatic increase in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants Nearly 10% reduction in body fat without calorie restriction Stable thyroid hormone levels throughout Reductions in thyroid gland volume on ultrasound Why symptom improvement may matter more than short-term antibody shifts If you live with Hashimoto's—especially if your labs are “normal” but you don't feel well—this episode offers important clinical context. Listen on Apple Podcasts Listen on Spotify Watch on YouTube​ ​ Episode 66: Kitchen Confidence — Your AIP Kitchen Starter Kit This week's Small Bite brings us back to something foundational: your kitchen. Over the years of teaching AIP cooking classes around the world, one pattern has become clear—the way someone sets up their kitchen directly impacts how sustainable AIP feels. In this episode, we walk through: Why clearing and organizing comes before buying anything new How to reduce decision fatigue during transition and elimination The essential pantry categories that truly matter What tools you actually need (and what you don't) How to set up your space to conserve energy during flares Kitchen confidence isn't about culinary skill—it's about preparation. If AIP has ever felt overwhelming, this episode will help you simplify and reset. Listen on Apple Podcasts Listen on Spotify​

 

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You eat well. You exercise. You take your vitamins.

So why do you keep getting sick? Why are you exhausted? Why does your body feel like it's constantly fighting something?

Here's the truth most doctors won't tell you: chronic stress is silently destroying your immune system. When you're living in a constant state of stress, fear, and overwhelm, your body literally can't heal. Your immune system gets suppressed. Your physiology changes. And no amount of supplements or "clean eating" can fix it.

The good news? There's a way out. Learn more in our free streaming event of Transcendence 1 & 2. >>

In Transcendence Season 1, Episode 2: "Overcoming Fear & Stress," you'll discover:
Why your stress response is stuck in "on" mode (and how to reset it)
The immune-stress connection that's making you vulnerable to viruses and chronic illness
Simple daily habits that actually work to control stress, fear, and anxiety
How to reprogram your body's automatic stress patterns
This isn't about meditation apps or "just relax" advice. This is about understanding the physiology of stress and using proven techniques to change it at the cellular level.

You'll hear from experts like Dr Joe Dispenza, Wim Hof, and Gabrielle Bernstein who've helped thousands break free from chronic stress and reclaim their health.

Across 10 episodes and 47 world-class experts, Transcendence reveals the real secrets to healing, happiness, and longevity, starting with what's happening inside your body right now.

Your body is brilliant. It wants to heal. But first, you need to get out of its way.
Start streaming from March 10th. Your immune system will thank you.

Make sure to save your seat HERE. >>

In good health,

 

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Hi there Jimi, Family constellation therapy remains one of the least understood approaches in healing, uncovering the hidden emotional and ancestral dynamics that can drive complex chronic illness. In the latest episode of the Gordon Medical Forum podcast, Dr. Nafysa Parpia sits down with Zachary Feder for a conversation about how this modality externalizes unconscious family dynamics so they can finally be seen and healed.​

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From the scapegoat who carries the family's pain in their body to the empath whose thin psychic boundaries mirror their biological vulnerability to infections and toxins, the connections between unresolved family trauma and persistent illness run far deeper than most patients realize. Together, they explore how the body's receptor sites mirror our relational patterns, the archetypes of the over giver and the scapegoat that repeatedly show up in chronically ill patients, and why true healing demands a holistic, soul-level transformation, not just a biological fix.​

Apple | Spotify | Listen on our Website​

 

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REGENERATION INTERNATIONAL

There Is No Need to Poison Our Food – Higher Yields in Regenerative and Organic Agriculture Based on the Science of Agroecology​

by Prof. Dr. André Leu D.Sc., BA Com., Grad Dip Ed., Regeneration International Director:

“Toxic synthetic pesticides and soluble chemical fertilizers are damaging our health and harming the environment. They significantly contribute to the rise of chronic diseases, the decline of insects, birds, and other species, as well as widespread pollution, algae blooms in our streams and rivers, and dead zones in the oceans. This is justified on the notion that without poisoning our food and environment, we would starve.

This is a mythology created through ongoing misinformation campaigns by the poison cartels, their captive media, researchers, academics, and regulators. This article clearly shows that we can produce more food that is healthier without these toxic, degenerative inputs.

Most of the 3 billion people who earn a living from agriculture farm on 5 acres (2 hectares) or less and live in extreme poverty. 80 years of industrial agriculture haven’t improved their situation.

Research shows that traditional smallholder farming systems see higher yields when they use well-practiced organic methods. Significant yield gains can be achieved by teaching these farmers to adopt science-based regenerative organic practices into their traditional techniques.”



Learn more about how regenerative organic agriculture can feed the world while providing economic stability and healing the planet

 

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HEALTHY LIVING

13 Types Of Fish You Should Think Twice About Before Buying​

by Greg Baker, Tasting Table:

“We know that experts recommend adding fish to your diet to increase your heart health and slow the mental effects of aging, thanks to minerals, vitamins, and Omega-3 fatty acids. It’s also believed fish helps prenatal and natal cognitive and physical development. So, let’s eat more fish; but what’s stopping us?

Finding the right fish can be problematic when simultaneously trying to do right for yourself and the planet. We haven’t been kind to the marine environment, so consumers should avoid some fish for health reasons, such as high concentrations of heavy metals or other, more unseemly properties. In other cases, overfishing or questionable fishing techniques have put marine populations at risk. But the oceans are vast, and in many cases, a species overfished in one place has a healthy population elsewhere and vice versa. So, knowing what your fish is, where it came from, and how it was caught or farmed can help you make better purchasing decisions.

In that spirit, we’ve compiled a list of fish that should give you pause, either for health implications for yourself, and your family, or their environmental impact. These factors don’t mean that you shouldn’t buy them, but consider the information at hand to make an informed purchase.”

Learn more

 

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Hi there Jimi, Family constellation therapy remains one of the least understood approaches in healing, uncovering the hidden emotional and ancestral dynamics that can drive complex chronic illness. In the latest episode of the Gordon Medical Forum podcast, Dr. Nafysa Parpia sits down with Zachary Feder for a conversation about how this modality externalizes unconscious family dynamics so they can finally be seen and healed.​

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From the scapegoat who carries the family's pain in their body to the empath whose thin psychic boundaries mirror their biological vulnerability to infections and toxins, the connections between unresolved family trauma and persistent illness run far deeper than most patients realize. Together, they explore how the body's receptor sites mirror our relational patterns, the archetypes of the over giver and the scapegoat that repeatedly show up in chronically ill patients, and why true healing demands a holistic, soul-level transformation, not just a biological fix.​

Apple | Spotify | Listen on our Website​

 

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SUPPORT OCA & RI

Stop Bayer’s Assault on Our Health and Justice​

We’ve been fighting for safe food and corporate accountability for years, but what just happened is a game-changer we honestly didn’t see coming.

Bayer, the giant behind Monsanto’s glyphosate, just pulled a move that could redefine corporate immunity as we know it.

President Donald Trump, under pressure from Bayer, issued an Executive Order on February 18th titled “Promoting the National Defense by Ensuring an Adequate Supply of Elemental Phosphorus and Glyphosate-Based Herbicides”. This order gives Bayer immunity under the Cold War-era Defense Production Act.

Yes, you read that right. They’re trying to classify glyphosate as a matter of “national defense,” shielding them from accountability for the harm it causes.

The Supreme Court has also agreed to hear Monsanto v. Durnell. If Bayer wins this case, it could mean all pesticides, for any use, are shielded from liability. This would leave countless victims of pesticide exposure without any legal recourse or compensation for their suffering.

This is a direct attack on our right to health and justice. But we’re not backing down, and neither should you!

Your support right now is critical. We need to amplify these legislative efforts, pressure our elected officials, and educate the public on this outrageous power grab.

Let’s make sure our voices are heard loud and clear.

If you have recently given us a donation, thank you!

If not, please consider supporting our work with a donation. The issues are many, and we are working hard to stay on top of them to give people opportunity to take action, while fulfilling our mission to support, promote and educate for an organic regenerative, healthy and more just food system.

 

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NATURE

Friluftsliv: The Norwegian Way of Life​

Yanitsa Hristova, Learn Scandi:

“What if happiness wasn’t found in things, but in nature – and not just in the climb-a-mountain kind, but in a quiet walk through the woods, a dip in a cold lake, or simply sitting in your local park and breathing in fresh air? That’s the spirit of friluftsliv – the Norwegian concept that literally means “open-air living” or ‘life in the outdoors.’

For many Norwegians, friluftsliv isn’t a once-a-year escape or even just a weekend hobby. It’s part of everyday life. A mindset. A way to slow down. To disconnect from the noise – and reconnect with nature.

It’s how you create small moments of peace in the middle of everything – by simply stepping outside.

In Norway, nature really is for everyone – and not just in theory. You actually have the legal right to enjoy it.

That’s thanks to something called allemannsretten (‘everyman’s right’) – the right to roam. It’s a traditional part of Norwegian culture that says people can move freely through nature, even on privately owned uncultivated land. You’re allowed to walk, ski, pick berries, camp, swim, and more – as long as you’re respectful.

Friluftsliv is about being present in nature and letting it be part of your life – whether for 1 hour or 1 day. Or more. It’s not about how far you go, it’s about the fact that you go at all.”

Let me show you what makes it so special – and why friluftsliv might be exactly what’s been missing in your life, no matter where you live

 

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HEALTH

How Ultra-Processed Foods Affect Our Gut Microbiome​

Melissa Hogenboom, BBC:

“The additives added to processed food to keep it fresher for longer might be having an unexpected effect on the health of the microbes in our guts. Inside all of us there’s a bustling community of trillions of cells that influences numerous aspects of our health. We call it our ‘microbiome’.

‘You can think of gut diversity as like a forest. The more microbes that you have and the different types of microbes in your forest, the greater resilience you have to any perturbations,’ says Melissa Lane, a nutritional epidemiologist at Deakin University.

Science long ago confirmed that a healthy and diverse microbiome is key for our overall wellbeing, as it influences everything from our mood to our metabolism and even our brains. Those who have lower bacterial diversity in their gut are more prone to sleep problems, poorer gut health and greater inflammation, whilst a high diversity is even linked to a longer life.


‘It’s this whole ecosystem. It’s like an extra organ that we have in our body,’ explains Sarah Berry, a professor of nutrition from Kings College London.’ But some of the foods we commonly eat could be harming this ecosystem, evidence suggests.”

Ultra-processed foods (UPFs) in particular can disrupt and alter the microbes in our gut

 

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CARE WHAT YOU WEAR

What France’s PFAS Rules Mean for Clothing Worldwide​

Ethos:

“France’s new ban on PFAS in textiles and footwear marks one of the strongest consumer goods restrictions to date, raising questions about how ‘forever chemical’ regulation could reshape global fashion markets.

Two days into the new year, France’s long-anticipated ban on per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, more commonly known as PFAS or ‘forever chemicals,’ officially entered force for consumer textiles, footwear, and related waterproofing agents. Under the implementing decree published alongside the law’s commencement, the restrictions are now solidified, but with a meaningful caveat: secondhand PFAS-treated garments remain exempt from the new regulatory scope and are permitted to circulate in France’s vibrant reuse market.

For consumers who have become accustomed to the soft sheen of weather-proof jackets or the stain resistance of performance sneakers, the shift will be noticeable but not overt. New products with PFAS above defined residual thresholds — chemicals once ubiquitous in water- and stain-resistant finishes — will be prohibited from manufacture, import, export, and sale beginning this year. But used apparel, with its legacy of PFAS application, will not be suddenly rendered unsellable or illegal.”

The French decree applies immediately to consumer textiles, apparel, and footwear that contain PFAS above set thresholds

 

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ENVIRONMENT

Interior Scales Back Environmental Regulations for Public Lands​

by Rachel Frazin, The Hill:

“The Interior Department, which is in charge of the nation’s public lands and waters, has completed a major scaling back of its environmental regulations.

The department, which also oversees activities including drilling and mining on the nation’s lands and in its waters, has rescinded more than 80 percent of its previous environmental regulations under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA).

Interior said in a press release that its actions would be aimed at cutting down delays and costs for energy, minerals, livestock grazing, infrastructure, wildfire mitigation, water projects and conservation efforts.

NEPA, one of the nation’s bedrock environmental laws, requires the federal government to conduct a detailed analysis of the potential impacts a project may have on its surroundings before it can be approved.

‘Icing the public out of decisions that impact our public lands and outdoors is a surefire way to make sure polluters get to exploit them, which is exactly what Secretary Burgum wants,’ said Save Our Parks spokesperson Jayson O’Neill in a written statement. ‘Make no mistake, the gutting of America’s bedrock environmental law by Burgum will result in costly lawsuits, more pollution, and less public participation when monied interests and extractive corporations want access to our public resources and public lands.’”



Trump unveils historic NEPA changes for public lands

 

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GLYPHOSATE

Bayer Agrees to $7.25-Billion Proposed Settlement Over Thousands of Roundup Cancer Lawsuits​

Story by David A. Lieb, MSN:

“Agrochemical maker Bayer and attorneys for cancer patients announced a proposed $7.25-billion settlement Tuesday to resolve thousands of U.S. lawsuits alleging the company failed to warn people that its popular weedkiller Roundup could cause cancer.

The proposed settlement comes as the U.S. Supreme Court is preparing to hear arguments in A



pril on Bayer’s assertion that the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s approval of Roundup without a cancer warning should invalidate claims filed in state courts. That case would not be affected by the proposed settlement.

But the settlement would eliminate some of the risk from an eventual Supreme Court ruling. Patients would be assured of receiving settlement money even if the Supreme Court rules in Bayer’s favor. And Bayer would be protected from potentially larger costs if the high court rules against it.

An agricultural, industrial or turf worker exposed at length to Roundup would receive an average of $165,000 if they were diagnosed with an aggressive form of the illness while younger than age 60, according to the proposed settlement. Meanwhile, a residential Roundup user diagnosed between the ages of 60-77 with a less aggressive form of the illness would receive an average of $20,000.”

Glyphosate still remains in agricultural products

READ: “Pesticide Use and Cancer Risk Rise Together Across America’s Heartland”


And they still sell it

 

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NEW RESEARCH

Study Detects Mycotoxins in 100 Percent of Analyzed Plant-Based Products​

by Bailee Henderso, Food Safety Magazine:

“Mycotoxins—formed by fungi in foods like wheat, corn, and barley—pose significant health risks to humans, affecting the endocrine and immune systems, damaging the liver and kidneys, contributing to cancer, and affecting fetal development. Recent estimates suggest that approximately 25 percent of crops exceed EU regulatory limits for mycotoxins, with contamination occurring at levels above detectable limits in up to 60–80 percent of crops.



Plant-based meat alternatives contained a high prevalence of emerging Fusarium toxins, ranging from 93–99 percent for enniatins (ENNs) and beauvericin (BEA). The prevalence of Alternaria toxins was also significant, ranging from 75–86 percent for alternariol (AOH), alternariol monomethyl ether (AME), and tentoxin (TEN).

Among meat alternatives, legume-based and mixed cereal–legume products were the most affected, with frequent detection of aflatoxins, high occurrence of Fusarium toxins, and the presence of deoxynivalenol (DON). Notably, aflatoxins—classified as Group 1 carcinogens by the World Health Organization (WHO)—were found in up to 82.6 percent of the meat alternatives analyzed, with a higher prevalence (up to 66.7 percent) in legume-based products.”

The high prevalence of mixtures including aflatoxins, OTA, Fusarium, and Alternaria toxins indicates that cumulative exposure may pose health concerns

TAKE ACTION: Tell Sec. Kennedy to Ban Quorn!

 

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Bone Health Tips for Seniors

By Dr. Mehmet Oz and Dr. Mike Roizen, MDs

Almost half of women and a third of men older than 65 will contend with a bone fracture at some point, and more than 300,000 people are hospitalized for hip fractures annually — almost all of which are caused by falling.

Experiencing a bone fracture or break when you are older is risky business. Only a third of senior men and half of senior women survive for five years or more after the event.

Special: More Than Half of Americans Over 50 Have Bone Loss. Do Something About It.

How can you bone up on your bone health? By doing weight-bearing activities such as walking and cycling, strength training with stretchy bands, and practicing balance exercises or even taking a “learn to fall” class.

You also want to adopt a bone-friendly diet. The Mayo Clinic recommends four servings of whole grains a day (such as 1 cup of steel-cut oatmeal, one slice of 100% whole-grain bread, and 1/2 cup of 100% whole-grain pasta).

Make sure that you get at least four servings of veggies and three of fruit. They contain bone-supporting vitamins A, C, and K.

You’ll also need calcium, along with vitamin D and magnesium (they work together to protect your bones). Low- or non-fat dairy and anchovies and other bone-in little fish are good sources of calcium. Wild salmon delivers vitamin D, and magnesium is in almonds, dark chocolate, and avocados.