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12/27/2025

For decades, Alzheimer’s disease has been treated as an irreversible condition, with research aimed at slowing decline rather than restoring lost function. A December 2025 study published in Cell Reports Medicine directly challenged this assumption by testing whether brains with advanced Alzheimer’s-like damage could recover. Researchers analyzed human Alzheimer’s brain tissue alongside two well-established mouse models driven by different genetic causes — one dominated by amyloid pathology and the other by tau pathology. Across both human and animal samples, they identified a pronounced breakdown in NAD⁺ balance, a molecule essential for cellular energy, DNA repair, and neuronal survival. This deficit was far more severe than what is seen in normal aging, positioning disrupted brain energy metabolism as a central driver of disease progression rather than a secondary consequence.

To test whether this energy failure was reversible, the team restored NAD⁺ balance using a targeted pharmacological compound (P7C3-A20) after significant disease had already developed. The results were striking: mice with advanced Alzheimer’s-like pathology showed repair of synaptic function, reduced neuroinflammation, stabilization of the blood–brain barrier, and full recovery of learning and memory performance. Importantly, blood levels of phosphorylated tau-217 — a clinically used Alzheimer’s biomarker in humans — normalized, providing biochemical evidence that disease processes were reversed, not merely bypassed. While these findings apply only to animal models and require human clinical trials, they demonstrate that under specific conditions, the damaged brain may retain an unexpected capacity for structural and functional recovery through restoration of energy balance, reframing how Alzheimer’s disease could be approached therapeutically in the future.

12/27/2025

A study published in *Journal of Immunology* (PMID: 29661827) investigated the immune effects of ingesting sodium bicarbonate (baking soda). Researchers found that oral sodium bicarbonate altered immune signaling by shifting macrophages from a pro-inflammatory state (M1) toward an anti-inflammatory state (M2). This effect was observed clearly in animal models and was also detectable in short-term human experiments through changes in circulating immune cells. The researchers identified the spleen as a key organ involved, where mesothelial cells appeared to signal the immune system that the body was not under threat, reducing inflammatory immune responses.

The study did not test patients with rheumatoid arthritis or other autoimmune diseases for symptom improvement, but it showed a measurable reduction in inflammatory immune activity, which is relevant to autoimmune conditions where inflammation is driven by overactive immune responses. The findings suggest a biological mechanism by which sodium bicarbonate intake could dampen inflammatory immune signaling, but the research stops at immune markers and does not demonstrate disease treatment, remission, or long-term clinical benefit in autoimmune disorders.

12/27/2025

A 12-week human clinical trial published in npj Science of Food (2025) examined how regular kimchi consumption affects immune function at the cellular level. Overweight adults were assigned to consume either a placebo, naturally fermented kimchi powder, or starter-culture fermented kimchi powder daily for 12 weeks. Using single-cell RNA sequencing on blood immune cells, researchers were able to track changes in gene activity inside individual cells — a level of precision not used in earlier nutrition studies. The analysis showed that kimchi intake altered immune signaling pathways involved in pathogen recognition and immune regulation, demonstrating that the effects went beyond general gut health claims.

Specifically, antigen-presenting cells became more active, improving the immune system’s ability to detect viruses and bacteria, while CD4⁺ T cells shifted toward a balanced mix of defensive and regulatory types, reducing the risk of immune overreaction. These changes indicate that kimchi acted as an immune modulator, strengthening defenses without triggering excessive inflammation. The effects were strongest in participants consuming starter-fermented kimchi, suggesting fermentation method directly influences immune outcomes. Together, the findings show that consistent kimchi consumption for 12 weeks can fine-tune immune responses at the gene and cell level, rather than simply “boosting” immunity in a nonspecific way.

12/27/2025

One ancient food. One microscopic hero. Big mental shift.

In a powerful new discovery, scientists in Germany found that a specific strain of probiotic bacteria naturally present in traditional sauerkraut eliminated symptoms of anxiety disorders in participants within just six weeks. This gut-brain breakthrough highlights how certain fermented foods can do more than nourish the body they can rebalance the mind.

The key player? A lactic acid bacteria known for thriving in fermented cabbage. When introduced regularly through diet or supplements, this bacteria appeared to restore microbial balance in the gut, lower inflammation, and help regulate neurotransmitters like serotonin and GABA — both critical to mood and stress response.

Unlike pharmaceutical dr*gs, the effect came without side effects or withdrawal symptoms. Instead, it worked with the body’s own systems to gently recalibrate emotional wellbeing all from a food that’s been eaten for centuries.

The future of mental health may not just be found in labs — but in the jars on our grandmother’s shelves.

12/27/2025

A 2024 study published in Food Science & Nutrition examined a traditional fig–milk dessert to understand whether simple preparation methods could preserve biologically active compounds. Researchers tested multiple cooking conditions and found that gently steaming figs for 2 minutes and mixing them with milk heated to 70 °C produced the most bioactive version. This preparation yielded the highest peptide concentration (about 1,290 mg/L) along with substantial levels of phenols and flavonoids, compounds known to contribute to antioxidant and cellular effects. The study highlights that cooking method—not just ingredients—strongly determines the biological activity of food.

In laboratory testing, an aqueous extract of this optimized fig–milk dessert induced apoptosis in 84% of human gastric cancer (AGS) cells and neutralized 68% of free radicals in a standard antioxidant assay. These effects were observed at a low extract concentration and were attributed to a combination of fig-derived phytochemicals and milk-derived peptides formed during gentle heating. Importantly, higher temperatures reduced these effects, showing that excessive heat degrades key bioactive compounds. While the findings are based on in-vitro experiments and not clinical trials, they demonstrate how a simple, traditional food can retain potent biological activity when prepared correctly.

PMID: 38628184

11/22/2025

In one of the most touching moments of modern caregiving, hospital workers found a simple yet powerful way to comfort patients in complete isolation—by placing water-filled gloves in their hands, simulating human touch during their loneliest hours.

Known as the “hand of God” technique, this act involved filling two medical gloves with warm water, tying them together, and gently placing them into a patient’s palms. For patients confined to COVID wards or intensive care units without family visits, the warmth and shape of the gloves offered something machines couldn’t—human connection.

Many patients were unconscious or heavily sedated, but research has shown that touch—even simulated—can reduce anxiety, lower heart rates, and improve emotional response. For those battling not only illness but isolation, this gesture became a bridge between medical necessity and emotional humanity.

It was a moment of compassion in the middle of crisis. No technology, no words, just the warmth of kindness captured in two gloves. Nurses and doctors said the results were immediate—patients seemed more relaxed, vital signs steadied, and spirits lifted even in silence.

These gloves didn’t treat symptoms. They treated souls. They reminded everyone that healing isn’t just about medicine—it’s also about meaning, presence, and the quiet power of care.

In the hardest days, small acts make the loudest echoes.

11/07/2025

Japanese biologist Yoshinori Ohsumi won the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine for discovering autophagy, a process in which cells break down and recycle their damaged components to survive under stress.

His work revealed how this self-cleaning mechanism removes faulty proteins, conserves energy, and protects against disease, paving the way for major advances in understanding cancer, aging, and neurological disorders.

10/20/2025

At All Reliable Care, we believe that healing begins with compassion. Our mission is to provide care that feels less like a service and more like family. Every client we meet is treated with the same warmth, respect, and attentiveness we would offer our own loved ones.

We understand that recovery can be a vulnerable time, which is why we take a truly personal approach to every case. From the very first conversation, we take the time to listen—to learn each person’s story, preferences, and needs—so we can deliver care that is not only professional but deeply human.

No two clients are the same, and neither is the care we provide. Every plan is thoughtfully customized, every detail handled with gentle precision, and every step guided with empathy and understanding. We believe in being present, dependable, and genuinely connected—because true care is not just about what we do, but how we make our clients feel.

At the heart of All Reliable Care is our promise: to walk alongside you or your loved one through each stage of recovery with kindness, trust, and dedication. Your comfort, safety, and peace of mind are our top priorities—because here, your recovery is our priority.

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