The Gary Null Show

The Gary Null Show 5.21.25

HEALTH NEWS
 
Green tea, turmeric, and berries may help reverse epigenetic aging in men
Could Your Energy Drink Be Feeding Cancer? What Scientists Just Discovered
Fast food, fast impact: How fatty meals rapidly weaken our gut defenses
A natural compound found in rice, coffee and vegetables may help relax heart arteries
Inhaled microplastics inhibit key immune cell in the lungs
Older adults eating four daily servings of ultra-processed food face 10% higher depression risk

The Gary Null Show 5.20.25

HEALTH NEWS
 
Can One Gram of Omega-3 Really Slow Aging? Here’s What Science Says
Common drugs can help viruses spread
Microplastics Are Invading Our Arteries, and It Could Be Increasing Your Risk of Stroke
Coq10 Helps Protect Against Muscle Damage in Athletes
Don’t hit snooze on new research about waking up each morning
Portfolio diet delays heart risk and lowers cholesterol in young adults

The Gary Null Show 5.19.25

HEALTH NEWS
In healthy aging, carb quality counts
New genetic factor identified in worsening of MASLD, with vitamin B3 as the most effective therapeutic agent
Brisk Walking for Just 5 Minutes Could Boost Brain Power
Can mindfulness combat anxiety?
Study finds omega-3s shape kinder, smarter kids
Public health impact of synthetic chemicals in food is underestimated

The Gary Null Show 5.16.25

HEALTH NEWS
 
Black tea kombucha reduces harmful gut microbes linked to obesity
Adding nutrients to the diet may benefit people with COPD
Newborn vitamin D deficiency linked to higher risk of ADHD, schizophrenia and autism
How 7,000 Steps A Day Could Help Reduce Your Risk Of Cancer
Always Tired? A Mini-Stroke You Didn’t Notice Could Be Why
Cancer risk significantly lower when vitamin D levels hit 40 ng/mL

The Gary Null Show 5.15.25

HEALTH NEWS
 
Traditional Chinese medicinal fungi might show potential for central nervous system diseases
Exercise is the key to maintaining Vitamin D levels in winter, study finds
Mindfulness course found to be effective in people with difficult-to-treat depression
Working Long Hours Could Be Making Your Brain Bigger — In A Bad Way
Too much sleep can hurt cognitive performance, especially for those with depression, UT Health San Antonio study finds
Intermittent fasting may dampen inflammatory responses in the gums

The Gary Null Show 5.14.25

HEALTH NEWS
 
New study finds that tea and chocolate may help lower blood pressure
Phosphate levels in blood strongly affect sperm quality in men
Golf course proximity linked to higher Parkinson's disease risk
More screen time, less happiness? New study links phones to poorer children and adolescent health
Sedentary behavior is an independent risk factor for Alzheimer's disease, 7-year study reveals
Daily mindfulness practice can reduce anxiety for autistic adults

The Gary Null Show 5.13.25

HEALTH NEWS
 
Clinical trial finds faster recovery from COVID-19 through targeted use of high-dose vitamin B3 in the gut
Chokeberry juice reduces blood vessel resistance in people with pre-diabetes
Antibiotics taken during infancy linked to early puberty in girls
Multivitamin use associated with lower risk of prostate cancer recurrence
Older adults with active social circles report better health, study finds
Heart rhythm disorder traced to bacterium lurking in our gums

The Gary Null Show 5.12.25

HEALTH NEWS
 
Brain changes seen in veterans with PTSD after mindfulness training
This Common Breakfast Food Could Be Damaging Your Gut
Probiotic supplementation may help reduce chemotherapy side effects in breast cancer
Natural Mushroom Compound Shows Promise in Treating Parkinson’s Symptoms
Phthalates may impact key genital measurement in 3-year-olds
Phosphatidylserine Improves ADHD in Kids
 

The Gary Null Show 5.9.25

HEALTH NEWS
 
·         Vitamin supplements slow down the progression of glaucoma
·         Walnuts With Breakfast Make Your Brain Work Better – But There’s A Surprising Catch
·         Removing Children's Tonsils and Adenoids Increases Risk for 28 Diseases, Study Finds
·         How exercise helps prevent acute muscle pain from becoming chronic
·         Healthy diet in childhood linked to later onset of menstruation
·         Nature visits can improve well-being disparities among urban dwellers

The Gary Null Show 5.8.25

HEALTH NEWS
 
·         Eating avocados during pregnancy associated with lower food allergy risk in baby
Six new studies point to red raspberry's potential anti-inflammatory properties
·         Better physical health probably follows religious and spiritual engagement, rather than vice versa
·         Tomato and fruit juice improve quality of life for kids with asthma
·         Discover how parsley helps to fight cancer
·         Eating ultra processed foods may speed up early signs of Parkinson's disease
 
Eating avocados during pregnancy associated with lower food allergy risk in baby
University of Eastern Finland, May 7, 2025 (Eurekalert)  
An observational study among 2,272 mother-child pairs in Finland found that infants had 44% lower odds of developing food allergies at 12 months if their mother consumed fresh avocado during pregnancy, after adjusting for other lifestyle, delivery, and maternal health factors.
This is the first published study to link avocados in the maternal diet to a lower risk of infant food allergies—a growing public health concern that affects nearly one in 13 children, or roughly two in every classroom.  
Researchers analyzed data collected as part of the Kuopio Birth Cohort (KuBiCo). Participants who reported eating any avocado (>0 grams) in either trimester were defined as avocado consumers, and non-consumers were those who did not report consuming any avocado in either trimester.
Infant allergic outcomes, including rhinitis, paroxysmal wheezing, eczema, and food allergy, were evaluated at 12-months of age. After adjusting for factors food allergy was found to be significantly higher in infants of non-avocado consumers (4.2%) versus avocado consumers (2.4%). 
 
Six new studies point to red raspberry's potential anti-inflammatory properties
 
Various Universities, May 2, 2025 (Medical Xpress)
 
Initial findings from six animal model studies reveal the potential effects of red raspberry consumption on cardiovascular disease risk reduction, maintaining normal blood glucose levels and liver function as well as potential anti-inflammatory effects related to bone health.
 
Cardiovascular
University of Michigan observed potential benefits of red raspberry intake on obesity-prone rats.
 
Metabolic Syndrome
Washington State University noted positive effects of red raspberry consumption on metabolic syndrome in male mice with diet-induced obesity.
Oregon State University studied the effects of red raspberries in mice fed a high-fat, high-sugar Western diet.
 
Diabetes
Texas A&M University reported positive effects of red raspberry consumption on diabetes-related complications and heart disease in obese diabetic mice.
 
Liver Function
Oregon State University noted raspberry's capacity for ellagic acid quercetin to bind to the peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor-alpha (PPARa).
 
Inflammation and Bone Health
Texas Woman's University observed anti-inflammatory effect of polyphenols in red raspberries in the production of osteoclasts, the cells associated with the breakdown of bone.
 
 
Better physical health probably follows religious and spiritual engagement, rather than vice versa
University of Miami, May 7, 2025 (PLoS One)
 
Better physical health probably follows religious and spiritual engagement, rather than vice versa, per six year longitudinal U.S. study aiming to tease out this relationship
Religious and spiritual (R/S) engagement is generally associated with better health. However, it is not known which comes first between R/S engagement and health due to a lack of longitudinal studies. We examined this issue in a sample assessed six years apart.
We examined the measurement invariance and reciprocal relationships of R/S engagement and self-rated physical health (SRH) at two timepoints (six years apart). We then assessed whether the strength of their relationships with each other differed.
 
Our findings demonstrate that religious and spiritual engagement predicts better self-rated physical health six years later, whereas better SRH does not significantly predict future R/S engagement.
 
Tomato and fruit juice improve quality of life for kids with asthma
King Mongkut’s Institute of Technology (Thailand), May 7, 2025 (News Medical)
In a recent study published in the journal BMC Nutrition, researchers evaluated the effects of an antioxidant-rich diet on asthma outcomes in children.
In the present study, researchers examined clinical outcomes, pulmonary function, and serum antioxidant levels in asthmatic children in Thailand.
Participants were randomized to the intervention or control group. The control group received conventional usual care, whereas the intervention group received usual care and mixed fruit and tomato juices. Further, serum antioxidants (ascorbic acid, lycopene, and beta-carotene) were measured.
In sum, the consumption of tomato and mixed-fruit juices for eight weeks improved asthma symptom control and quality of life in children. Serum beta-carotene increased within the intervention group, though this was not significantly different compared to controls. However, pulmonary function, ICS usage, and between-group antioxidant levels were unaffected by the intervention.
 
Discover how parsley helps to fight cancer
University of Missouri, April 25, 2025 (NaturalHealth365)
Research published in Oncotarget  detailed for the how apigenin in parsely slows and halts the production of the enzyme IKKa, which is behind the growth and progression of cancer. The scientists concluded that apigenin has a profound ability to slow cancer progression or stop it altogether.
 
In addition to these results, combined apigenin with green tea successfully treats colon cancer and the University of Missouri researchers found apigenin was effective against breast cancer and killed as much as 86 percent of lung cancer cells.
Parsley is an excellent source of carotenoids, which protect against cancer-causing cell damage. Additionally, it’s considered a “chemoprotective” food due to its ability to protect healthy tissues in the body from the toxic effects of many cancer treatments or drugs. As a powerful anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties – and its rich source of vitamins A, C, E, beta-carotene, chlorophyll, fiber, lutein, zeaxanthin, folate and cryptoxanthin.
It’s also packed with a higher concentration of vitamin K than kale.
 
Eating ultra processed foods may speed up early signs of Parkinson's disease
Fudan University (China), May 7, 2025 (Eurekalert)
People who eat more ultra processed foods like cold breakfast cereal, cookies and hot dogs are more likely to have early signs of Parkinson’s disease when compared to those who eat very few ultra processed foods.
Researchers looked for signs of prodromal Parkinson’s disease, which is the earliest stage, when neurodegeneration begins, but more characteristic symptoms of Parkinson’s disease, like tremors, balance problems and slow movement, have not yet begun. These early symptoms can begin years or even decades before the typical symptoms start.
The study included 42,853 people with an average age of 48 who did not have Parkinson’s disease at the start of the study. They were followed up to 26 years. After adjusting for factorsg, researchers found that participants who ate 11 or more servings of ultra processed foods per day had a 2.5-fold higher likelihood of having three or more early signs of Parkinson’s disease compared to those consuming fewer than three servings per day.
When looking at individual early signs of Parkinson’s disease, researchers also found that eating more ultra processed foods was tied to an increased risk for nearly all symptoms except constipation.