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04/07/2026

Supports you, as well as, 007!

04/04/2026

Interesting though not surprising.

Years ago I had a convo with my bff, an oncology research stating my theory that viruses were the root of cancer, as well as many chronic system dysfunctions, contrary to how they were viewing and treating cancer. A year later she reported they were treating some cancers with antivirals, as research was uncovering that viruses drove many cancers.

Scientists may have finally found the trigger behind virtually every case of lupus.

For centuries, lupus has remained a "cruel mystery," but researchers at Stanford University may have finally identified its primary trigger.

A landmark study suggests that the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV)—the common pathogen responsible for mononucleosis—underlies nearly every case of the chronic autoimmune disease. Using advanced sequencing techniques, scientists discovered that EBV directly infects and reprograms B cells, flipping a biological "switch" that turns these immune cells into pro-inflammatory agents. In lupus patients, the concentration of these infected cells is 25 times higher than in healthy individuals, causing the immune system to mistakenly attack the body's own healthy tissues.

This discovery provides a long-awaited mechanistic explanation for why lupus symptoms flare and settle in unpredictable cycles. Beyond lupus, the findings offer a roadmap for understanding other autoimmune disorders linked to EBV, such as multiple sclerosis and long COVID. By pinpointing how the virus hijacks the immune system's memory cells, researchers can now focus on targeted therapies that hunt down and replace these faulty B cells. Lead researcher William Robinson describes the finding as the most impactful of his career, signaling a major shift from merely managing symptoms to potentially addressing the underlying viral cause of the disease.

source: Cassella, C. (2025). Scientists Trace Lupus to One of The World's Most Common Viruses. ScienceAlert. Original research: Younis, S., et al. (2025). Science Translational Medicine.

04/02/2026

New nanoparticle treatment clears nearly half of Alzheimer's-linked toxins.

Researchers have unveiled a groundbreaking approach to treating Alzheimer’s by transforming the blood-brain barrier from a biological wall into a waste-clearance system. Traditionally, this barrier has hindered drug delivery, but scientists from the Institute for Bioengineering of Catalonia and Sichuan University have developed nanoparticles that work with it. Coated with a specific molecule called angiopep 2, these particles target the LRP1 protein in blood vessels to trigger the export of toxic beta-amyloid out of the brain. In recent trials, a single injection reduced these memory-robbing proteins by 45% in just two hours, effectively rebooting the brain's natural plumbing and flushing toxins directly into the bloodstream.

The impact of this treatment extends beyond cellular changes to tangible behavioral recovery. Mice treated with the nanoparticles showed significant improvements in memory and learning, performing on par with healthy subjects and regaining interest in everyday activities like nest-building. Unlike existing antibody treatments that focus on destroying plaques and carry risks of brain swelling, this vascular-based method restores the brain’s internal transport routes. While further research is needed to translate these results from mice to humans, the study provides a powerful proof of concept for a new class of therapies that treat the brain’s blood vessels as active partners in healing rather than passive obstacles.

source: Sidhu, R. (2025). New nanoparticle treatment helps brain to clear toxic Alzheimer’s proteins in mice. The Conversation.

03/31/2026

Not posting for primotion, though for the foundational premise, our patterns are often wired in at a very young age, prior to speech or long before frontal lobe connection.

Leading psychologists explain the developmental science behind this validated discovery method in our exclusive deep dive.

03/28/2026

💆‍♂️ CranioSacral Therapy & TMJ Relief – Explore Key Resources! 💆‍♀️

Did you know that CranioSacral Therapy can be highly effective in easing TMJ syndrome symptoms, such as jaw pain, headaches, and tension?

We've gathered the most requested resources on TMJ & CranioSacral Therapy, making it easier for you to access expert insights and tools for patient care.

📚 Explore our curated collection here: https://www.upledger.com/courses/discover or visit Upledger.com Discover CST Tab

03/28/2026

🌿Pain Relief Through CranioSacral Therapy (CST) 🌿

This article highlights how CST can effectively address issues such as chronic pain, migraines, fibromyalgia, TMJ disorders, and stress-related conditions. Through light touch, CST helps release deep-seated tensions, promote relaxation, and optimize nervous system function, resulting in significant pain relief.

📖 Read more about the healing benefits of CST in the full article:https://www.iahe.com/storage/docs/articles/Pain-Relief-Through-Craniosacral-Therapy-2.pdf or Upledger.com Searchable Article Database

03/28/2026

any veterans out there wanting more support? scholarships are available

Veterans Therapy Program – November 13–17, 2026

Honoring those who have served 🇺🇸

The Dr. John E. Upledger Foundation’s Integrative Therapy Program supports veterans living with combat stress and PTSD. Through CranioSacral Therapy and a collaborative, multidisciplinary approach, this program is designed to help ease symptoms such as anxiety, depression, pain, stress, and sleep challenges — while fostering connection and camaraderie.

📅 November 13–17, 2026
📍 Upledger Institute International, Palm Beach Gardens, FL
📞 561-622-4334 to register or apply for a scholarship

Learn more: https://www.upledger.org/what-we-do/ptsd-relief.php

03/27/2026

Lymph drainage and manual therapy with the glymphatic brain interface are just a few of the many techniques I utilizing my practice.

Our glymphatic system, which clears waste from our brain, can be boosted with a duo of drugs that also improve the removal of proteins associated with Alzheimer's disease.

03/17/2026

Cranial Nerve 0 (CN 0) is known as the Terminal Nerve. It is a small and often overlooked cranial nerve located near the olfactory nerve (CN I).

1. Definition
The terminal nerve (cranial nerve zero) is a collection of microscopic nerve fibers found on the ventral surface of the frontal lobe, close to the olfactory bulb and tract.

2. Discovery
It was first described in 1913 by Felix Pinkus.

3. Anatomical Course
Originates from neurons in the nasal mucosa.
Fibers pass through the cribriform plate.
Terminate in areas of the forebrain, especially the hypothalamus and septal nuclei.

4. Function (Proposed)

The exact function is not fully established, but evidence suggests roles in:

1. Pheromone detection
Possibly related to chemical signals affecting social or sexual behavior.

2. Reproductive neuroendocrine regulation
Contains neurons related to GnRH (gonadotropin-releasing hormone).

3. Modulation of autonomic and limbic activity

5. Clinical Significance

It may be involved in reproductive behavior and hormonal signaling.

Developmentally related to migration of GnRH neurons; abnormalities may contribute to Kallmann syndrome.

6. Why It Is Called “Cranial Nerve Zero”
It lies anterior to cranial nerve I, so some anatomists labeled it nerve 0 rather than including it in the traditional 12 cranial nerves.

7. Important Characteristics

Very thin and microscopic.
Present in humans and many vertebrates.
Often not visible in routine gross dissection.

Clinical Pearl (Neurology)
Some neuroanatomists believe the terminal nerve provides a direct pathway between the nasal cavity and hypothalamic reproductive centers, bypassing classical olfactory circuits.

03/17/2026

🌷 Support Your Clients’ Spring Renewal with CST ✨

As we move into a new season, many clients are ready to release tension and reset. Help them find ease and balance with gentle, effective CranioSacral Therapy.

Our CranioSacral Therapy for Health and Wellness flyer is a valuable resource to share how CST can reduce stress, calm the nervous system, and support whole-body resilience.

📄 Share the flyer and help your clients step into spring feeling grounded, supported, and refreshed.
👉 https://www.upledger.com/courses/discover

03/17/2026

Study Highlights the Real-World Impact of CranioSacral Therapy (CST)

A large prospective cohort study explored how CranioSacral Therapy is being used in real-world primary health care — and the findings are compelling.

✨ Safe and effective across all age groups — from infants to adults
✨ Significant improvements in pain, function, sleep, and emotional wellbeing
✨ No serious adverse events reported

This research reflects what many therapists witness daily in clinical practice: CST supports the body’s natural capacity for regulation, healing, and resilience.

If you are committed to integrative, patient-centered care, this study reinforces the meaningful work you do every day.

📖 Read the full article here:https://www.iahe.com/storage/docs/articles/The-use-and-benefits-of-Craniosacral-Therapy-in-primary-health-care_-A-prospective-cohort-study-_-Elsevier-Enhanced-Reader.pdf

🔍 Or explore more research in the Resources tab at Upledger.com

03/11/2026

🌿 CranioSacral Therapy & Chronic Pain

A large-scale systematic review and meta-analysis published in BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders confirms that CranioSacral Therapy (CST) significantly helps reduce chronic pain.

✔️ Gentle
✔️ Non-invasive
✔️ Scientifically supported

As the healthcare community looks for sustainable solutions to chronic pain, CST is emerging as a powerful complementary therapy.

📖 Read the full studyhttps://www.iahe.com/storage/docs/articles/Craniosacral-therapy-for-chronic-pain.pdf