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05/02/2026

Ολιστική ιατρική : είναι η άσκηση της ιατρικής που αντιλαμβάνεται τον ασθενή ως ολότητα, ως ενιαίο σύνολο.
Θέτει στο επίκεντρο όλους τους τομείς στης ανθρώπινης υγείας : την σωματική, ψυχική, οικογενειακή, κοινωνική, πνευματική. Ενσωματωνοντας στοιχεία και επιστημονικά δεδομένα για την διατροφή, την άσκηση, και αλλους παράγοντες του τρόπου ζωής μας.

Μπορεί να ασκείται στα πλαίσια της Οικογενειακής Ιατρικής, ή της συνεργασίας των άλλων ιατρικών ειδικοτήτων και επαγγελματιων υγείας, τόσο στην καθιερωμένη ιατρική είτε στην εναλλακτική ιατρική.

05/02/2026

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Μεταξύ 2011 και 2019, ο Δρ. Χιρόσι Τανάκα παρακολούθησε 300 ηλικιωμένους άνω των 80 ετών σε ένα γηριατρικό κέντρο στο Κιότο. Όλοι είχαν κάτι ασυνήθιστο κοινό: η μνήμη τους παρέμενε οξεία.

Οι ασθενείς αυτοί παρουσίαζαν ισχυρή ανάκληση πληροφοριών, γρήγορη ταχύτητα επεξεργασίας, καθαρή λεκτική ευχέρεια και πλήρη λειτουργικότητα στην καθημερινή ζωή , παρά την ηλικία τους. Ο Τανάκα περίμενε ότι η εξήγηση θα ήταν τα γονίδια. Κι όμως, έκανε λάθος.

Η διατροφή δεν ήταν ο καθοριστικός παράγοντας. Η άσκηση διέφερε. Τα πρότυπα ύπνου επίσης. Όμως μία καθημερινή συνήθεια εμφανιζόταν σχεδόν σε όλες τις περιπτώσεις: Έγραφαν με το χέρι. Κάθε μέρα. Για περίπου 10–15 λεπτά. Δεν πληκτρολογούσαν. Δεν έστελναν μηνύματα. Έγραφαν με στυλό και χαρτί.

Η απεικόνιση του εγκεφάλου βοήθησε να εξηγηθεί το γιατί. Η χειρόγραφη γραφή ενεργοποιεί ταυτόχρονα πολλαπλά συστήματα: κινητικό συντονισμό, χωρική αντίληψη, κωδικοποίηση μνήμης και επεξεργασία γλώσσας. Κάθε γράμμα απαιτεί λήψη αποφάσεων, λεπτό κινητικό έλεγχο και προσοχή. Αυτό το γνωστικό φορτίο κρατά τον εγκέφαλο ενεργό. Η πληκτρολόγηση αντίθετα, ενεργοποιεί πολύ λιγότερα.

Σε επαναληπτικές δοκιμές, άτομα ηλικίας 65–75 ετών με πρώιμη έκπτωση μνήμης χωρίστηκαν σε δύο ομάδες. Η μία έγραφε με το χέρι, η άλλη πληκτρολογούσε ψηφιακά. Στον ίδιο χρόνο. Με το ίδιο περιεχόμενο. Με διαφορετικά όμως αποτελέσματα.

Μετά από έξι μήνες, όσοι έγραφαν με το χέρι παρουσίασαν σημαντικά καλύτερη ανάκληση λέξεων, ταχύτερη επεξεργασία και ισχυρότερη διατήρηση της μνήμης. Το στυλό δεν κατέγραφε απλώς σκέψεις. Εκπαίδευε και τον εγκέφαλο.

Πολλοί περιμένουν ένα χάπι για να διατηρήσουν τη μνήμη τους. Άλλοι χτίζουν προστασία καθημερινά. Ο ένας δρόμος αντιμετωπίζει την έκπτωση, ενώ ο άλλος εκπαιδεύει τον εγκέφαλο δρώντας προληπτικά.

Πολλοί πιστεύουν ότι η απώλεια μνήμης είναι αναπόφευκτη, ότι η γήρανση ισοδυναμεί αυτόματα με έκπτωση. Όμως η έρευνα δείχνει όλο και περισσότερο κάτι διαφορετικό: ο εγκέφαλος φθίνει περισσότερο όταν δεν τον χρησιμοποιούμε, παρά από την ίδια την ηλικία.

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04/02/2026

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New findings show that taking Quercetin for only seven days at a dose of 25 mg per kg can have a remarkable impact on cellular energy. Researchers found that quercetin almost doubled mitochondrial DNA in both the brain and the soleus muscle, two areas that rely heavily on clean, efficient energy production. Mitochondria are the power generators inside your cells, and increasing their number improves endurance, memory, focus, and overall metabolic strength.
Quercetin works by activating pathways that stimulate mitochondrial creation and repair. This not only boosts physical performance but also enhances cognitive clarity, because a healthier mitochondrial network in the brain supports faster thinking, better mood regulation, and stronger resilience against stress. In muscle tissue like the soleus, more mitochondria means higher stamina, reduced fatigue, and better recovery after activity.
This rapid response shows how sensitive the body is to the right nutrients. Quercetin’s antioxidant and anti inflammatory effects also protect mitochondria from damage, allowing them to function more efficiently long term. Many people use quercetin from foods like apples, onions, berries, or through supplementation to improve energy and cellular health.
Supporting your mitochondria is one of the most effective ways to elevate both brain and body performance.

03/02/2026

01/02/2026

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A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials found that taking 400 mg of vitamin B2 (riboflavin) daily for about three months led to a significant reduction in migraine burden in adults. Participants experienced fewer migraine days and fewer migraine attacks per month compared to placebo or baseline measurements, showing a consistent preventive effect.

The analysis also showed improvements beyond frequency alone. Riboflavin supplementation reduced migraine pain severity and attack duration, indicating benefits across multiple migraine outcomes. These results suggest that high-dose riboflavin can be an effective, well-tolerated option for migraine prevention, rather than just symptom relief.

PMID: 33779525

31/01/2026

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Watching familiar, “comfort shows” on repeat regulates the nervous system by providing a predictable, low-stakes environment that lowers cortisol (stress hormone) and eases cognitive load. This behavior acts as a grounding technique that offers comfort, reduces anxiety through known outcomes, and provides a sense of control during times of stress.

🗂️To elaborate:

📑Predictability and Reduced Anxiety: The brain finds comfort in knowing exactly what will happen next, which eliminates the suspense or tension that can trigger anxiety.

📑Lowered Cognitive Load: Watching new content requires high brain activity to process information. Re-watching requires less mental effort, acting as a “warm blanket for the brain”.

📑Reduced Stress Response: Familiar content lowers activity in the amygdala (the brain’s threat detection center) and reduces the release of the stress hormone cortisol.

📑”Social Snacking”: Viewers often form parasocial (one-sided) attachments with familiar characters, which can provide a sense of comfort and, social connection during difficult times.

📑Emotional Regulation: It serves as a self-soothing mechanism, allowing viewers to manage emotions like grief, burnout or stress by returning to a safe, controlled environment.

In essence, rewatching serves as a form of emotional maintenance that restores a sense of stability to a dysregulated nervous system.

29/01/2026

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26/01/2026

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Recent research highlights the therapeutic potential of myrrh in gut health. Scientists have discovered that myrrh can completely reverse inflammatory gut barrier damage caused by IL‑13, a key cytokine involved in ulcerative colitis. This finding is significant because it demonstrates a natural compound’s ability to restore intestinal cell function and support overall digestive health.

Inflammation in the gut often disrupts tight junctions, which are critical structures that maintain the barrier between intestinal cells. When these junctions are compromised, harmful substances can pass through, triggering immune responses, chronic inflammation, and digestive disorders. IL‑13 is a cytokine that contributes to this damage in conditions like ulcerative colitis.

Studies show that treatment with myrrh restores tight junction integrity in human intestinal cells, returning barrier function to normal levels. This repair reduces permeability, helps control inflammation, and strengthens the intestinal lining against further damage. Myrrh’s active compounds appear to regulate cellular signaling pathways, promoting healing while minimizing stress on the cells.

For families and individuals managing gut health, this research underscores the potential of natural interventions as complementary strategies. While medical supervision remains essential for inflammatory bowel conditions, myrrh offers a promising avenue for supporting intestinal repair and reducing chronic inflammation.

Sometimes, the body’s resilience can be supported through compounds found in nature. Myrrh demonstrates how ancient remedies can have measurable effects on modern health challenges, helping restore balance and strengthen digestive wellness.

25/01/2026

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A double-blind clinical trial published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition examined how vitamin C supplementation affects red blood cell glutathione, a key marker of intracellular antioxidant capacity. Healthy adults followed a vitamin-C–restricted diet and then received 500 mg of vitamin C per day for two weeks. This dose led to an average ~50% increase in red blood cell glutathione, with individual responses ranging from modest to very large increases. Importantly, glutathione was measured inside cells, not just in blood plasma, which matters because glutathione’s protective role—detoxification, redox balance, and immune defense—depends on intracellular availability.

When the dose was increased to 2,000 mg per day, glutathione levels did not rise further, indicating a clear dose-response plateau. After vitamin C was withdrawn, glutathione levels returned toward baseline, showing the effect was directly driven by intake. The findings suggest that vitamin C helps maintain glutathione in its active (reduced) form, likely by recycling oxidized glutathione and sparing its depletion during oxidative stress. In practical terms, the study shows that a moderate dose (500 mg/day) is sufficient to significantly boost your body’s core antioxidant system, without any added benefit from much higher doses.

PMID: 8317379

14/01/2026

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A 2015 peer-reviewed analysis published in the Journal of Clinical Lipidology reported that high-dose niacin (vitamin B3), taken at 1.5–2.0 grams per day, reduced elevated Lipoprotein(a) [Lp(a)] levels by approximately 28% in men. The analysis reviewed controlled clinical studies in men with high Lp(a), a cardiovascular risk factor that is largely genetically determined and only minimally influenced by diet, exercise, or most standard cholesterol-lowering medications.

This finding is important because Lp(a) independently increases the risk of atherosclerosis, blood clots, and premature cardiovascular disease, yet very few interventions have shown a consistent ability to lower it. Niacin appears to reduce Lp(a) by decreasing hepatic production of apolipoprotein(a), a mechanism distinct from statins and other lipid therapies. Although niacin is no longer widely used due to side effects and lack of outcome benefits in broader populations, this research highlights its unique and measurable impact on Lp(a), particularly in men with genetically elevated cardiovascular risk.

PMID: 25936305

12/01/2026

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A 2025 pilot study published in Alzheimer’s & Dementia tested high-dose creatine monohydrate (20 g/day for 8 weeks) in people with probable Alzheimer’s disease. Researchers found an 11% increase in total brain creatine, measured directly using magnetic resonance spectroscopy, along with an 8–9× rise in blood creatine levels. At the cellular level, immune cells showed 2–3× higher ATP and ADP production, indicating a clear improvement in bioenergetics—the brain’s ability to generate usable energy.

Alongside these metabolic changes, participants showed measurable cognitive improvements, including a 4.4-point increase in global cognition, an 8-point gain in working memory, and better executive function. This was a small, open-label study without a placebo group, so it does not prove treatment efficacy—but it provides early human evidence that boosting brain energy systems can translate into cognitive benefits in Alzheimer’s, supporting the idea that impaired bioenergetics is an active, modifiable component of the disease rather than a fixed consequence of neuron loss.

PMCID: PMC12739067

10/01/2026

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