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“Bacteriophage therapy, possibly using a cocktail of phages, could precisely perturb the microbiome, eliminating pathogenic species while leaving commensal species unscathed and circumventing antibiotic resistance.”

“For example, while vitamin C acts primarily as an antioxidant at physiological concentrations of approximately 50 micromoles per liter, pharmacologic doses of intravenous vitamin C greater than 1 gram generate hydrogen peroxide, a type of reactive oxygen species produced by neutrophils to destroy pathogens such as viruses.”

“Measures such as refreshing and recirculating cabin air through specialized filters contribute to low transmission on airplanes. In this clip, Dr. Roger Seheult explains that well-ventilated spaces are a factor in dampening the spread of the SARS-CoV-2 virus.”

“COVID-19 can lead to death in many ways, for example, by causing pneumonia, respiratory failure, or stroke. Physicians fill out death certificates under strict guidelines, and COVID-19 should not be listed as the cause of death, even if it sets the process in motion.”

“Manipulation of cellular levels of NAD+ as a strategy for slowing aging "We’ve shown that NMN and others have shown for NR that it also helps with blood flow and actually mimics exercise and regrows the vascular system.” - David Sinclair, Ph.D. As we age, however, the NAD+ levels in our bodies decline, reducing resveratrol's potency.”

“Detecting SARS-CoV-2 infection pre-symptomatically When the COVID-19 pandemic struck, Dr. Snyder's laboratory began investigating whether heart rate data might be able to inform SARS-CoV-2 infected people before symptoms arose, allowing them to get tested and self-quarantine.”

“Genetic factors can impact plasma lipoprotein levels and the risk of coronary artery disease. Genes associated with elevated low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol levels have also been associated with increased heart disease risk, suggesting a causal relationship.”

“While some forms of Parkinson's disease are genetic, most cases involve a complex interaction between genetic and environmental risk factors. In the early 1980s, intravenous drug users inadvertently injected a contaminated drug and developed parkinsonian symptoms overnight.”

“Dr. Rhonda Patrick talks at SF Nerd Nite about transgenerational effects of caloric restriction on longevity, B-vitamins silencing bad genes, cognitive stimulation reversing neurodegenerative disease, exercise increases neurogenesis, and ways in which vitamin D might influence aging.”