Chemotherapy

Peter C Gøtzsche https://www.scientificfreedom.dk/2023/02/04/should-i-get-chemotherapy-for-cancer-probably-not/

Aspirin Use With Mortality Risk

Association of Aspirin Use With Mortality Risk Among Older Adult Participants in the Prostate, Lung, Colorectal, and Ovarian Cancer Screening Trial

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6902761/

Benefits of vitamin C in cancer treatment.

Dr. Nathan Goodyear (https://twitter.com/drgoodyear)

90 percent of morbidity and mortality associated with cancer is when it spreads... Maximum tolerated chemotherapy actually induces the mechanisms to spread the cancer. In breast cancer, maximum to tolerated chemotherapy will reduce the primary tumor, yet at the same time, cause it to spread to distant locations in the body.

They really have two very different purposes. Whole food vitamin C is not suitable for the treatment of cancer, but does wonders for general health support, as it interacts favorably with copper and iron in your cells and mitochondria. I only recommend and use high-dose IV vitamin C in cases of acute infection or illness, as it does have very potent “drug-like” effects

“The point here is that vitamin C is not just directly killing cancer cells, what we would call cytotoxic effects. Vitamin C is actually working to change the metabolism of the cancer.

“What that means is, it creates an energy crisis. It actually depletes the body of certain intermediates that make it so this cancer, which is addicted to sugar, cannot use the sugar efficiently to make energy (ATP), so it … dies. It also depletes the cancer of its ability to detoxify.

“So, to be specific, research shows that vitamin C depletes the cancer of reduced glutathione. And getting rid of that glutathione in that cancer eliminates its ability to handle the high oxidative stress that this pro-oxidative vitamin C therapy induces, which kills the cancer cell.

https://www.theepochtimes.com/health/the-benefits-of-vitamin-c-in-cancer-treatment_5244645.html?utm_source=partner&utm_campaign=vigilantf&src_src=partner&src_cmp=vigilantf

Thomas N. Seyfried is Professor of Biology at Boston College, and received his Ph.D. in Genetics and Biochemistry.

He has over 200 peer-reviewed publications and is author of the book, Cancer as a Metabolic Disease: On the Origin, Management, and Prevention of Cancer. https://youtu.be/2Qd-Iyyek3Y

https://jessicar.substack.com/p/genotoxicity-and-carcinogenicity

Mechanistically, we found that the spike protein localizes in the nucleus and inhibits DNA damage repair by impeding key DNA repair protein BRCA1 and 53BP1 recruitment to the damage site.

Warburg effect

Cancer cells have dysfunctional mitochondria and cannot process energy properly. Because of this and their heightened energy demands they require 400 times the amount of glucose as regular cells. Limiting carbs limits energy to cancer cells.

Your DNA can influence your mood and cause you to become susceptible to nutritional deficiencies, even if you’re on a fairly good diet.

Vitamin deficiencies that may cause depression:

1. Vitamin B12 The best forms of vitamin B12: • Methylcobalamin • Hydroxy B12

2. Folate (vitamin B9) The best form of folate: • Methylfolate

3. Vitamin D3

4. Vitamin B1 (thiamine)

5. Zinc

Try taking vitamin B12 and folate together and see if that gives you relief. If it doesn’t, you could move on to the other vitamins.

It’s a good idea to try taking the last three vitamins one at a time, with a few days in between, rather than all at once. This way, you have a better idea of which one you could be deficient in.

Other natural ways to improve depression:

1. Take probiotics
2. Do intermittent fasting
3. Get on the Healthy Keto® diet
4. Get out in the sun
5. Exercise

Vitamin B-12 (cobalamin) plays an essential role in red blood cell formation, cell metabolism, nerve function and the production of DNA, the molecules inside cells that carry genetic information.

Food sources of vitamin B-12 include

• poultry,
• meat,
• fish and
• dairy products.

Eczema is a condition where you have red, scaly, flaky, or rashy skin. This condition is also known as atopic dermatitis. Psoriasis is a part of the same family as eczema.

It is a Systemic disease - affects the whole body, inflammation Vascular associated disease because the ruptures, skin plaques are being fed by blood vessels - Angiogenisis. Many treatments just reduce the inflammation. Many people have sensitivity to gluten.

Traditional mediterrarean diet had lower severity.

• Extra virgin olive oil,
• hydroxytylenol (polyphenol found in olive fruits and olive leaves, a potent antioxident for the skin) (greek-koranectic, pql, moriola)
• seafood (Omega-3, flash frozen)

https://tomnikkola.com/hydroxytyrosol/

Gluten is almost always associated with the condition. Even evidence that removing oats, which doesn't have gluten, also promotes healing. So elimination diet time. Also celiacs are told to avoid corn.

Typical eczema treatments, like steroids, have potential side effects. So, we want to focus on natural alternatives for eczema.

This condition could be due to a deficiency of essential fatty acids caused by a poor diet or a genetic problem.

The #1 remedy for eczema: • Black currant seed oil (GLA)

What to do:

1. Take five drops of black currant seed oil and rub it in your hands to warm it up. Then apply it to the affected area.

2. Take a black currant seed oil supplement or a few drops with water orally.

https://e-journal.unair.ac.id/BHSJ/article/view/15007

https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0161589018305534?via%3Dihub

https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/jdv.12033

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4690073/

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20427696/

https://e-journal.unair.ac.id/BHSJ/article/view/15007

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20545710/

https://ajcn.nutrition.org/

Glyphosate

Growing evidence that it is Glyphosate, the herbicide used in wheat crops, not actually gluten.

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37196884/

https://denisrancourt.ca/uploads_entries/1627065545555_2021-07-DGR-comments-to-Health-Canada-re-Glyphosate-4.pdf

https://www.researchgate.net/publication/236211603_Glyphosate's_Suppression_of_Cytochrome_P450_Enzymes_and_Amino_Acid_Biosynthesis_by_the_Gut_Microbiome_Pathways_to_Modern_Diseases

https://www.researchgate.net/publication/261189254_Glyphosate_pathways_to_modern_diseases_II_Celiac_sprue_and_gluten_intolerance

Cod liver oil is the best remedy for nearly all skin conditions—especially eczema. Cod liver oil contains three powerful nutrients:

1. Omega-3 fatty acids (DHA and EPA)

2. Vitamin A

3. Vitamin D

One common symptom of low vitamin A is follicular hyperkeratosis. This is a condition where you have small brown or red hair follicles on your arms and/or back. Another symptom of low vitamin A is xerosis. This is when you have dried-out skin with fine wrinkles or a scaly appearance.

Vitamin A has a lot to do with the integrity of your skin—so it’s vital that you get plenty of it for your skin health.

Vitamin D is also vital for your skin health—especially psoriasis. Psoriasis is an autoimmune condition. Vitamin D is fantastic for all autoimmune problems. Vitamin D acts as a powerful anti-inflammatory—it’s like cortisol, but without the side effects.

Low levels of Omega-3 essential fatty acids can cause eczema. It’s important to increase your Omega-3 and lower your Omega-6.

Cod liver oil is rich in all of these important nutrients for your skin.

Many people on keto consume a lot of coconut oil and butter, which is great. However, these do not contain the Omega-3 you need. You need to consume sardines, salmon, or cod liver oil to get your Omega-3.

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20427696/

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4690073/

https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/jdv.12033

https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0161589018305534?via%3Dihub

https://e-journal.unair.ac.id/BHSJ/article/view/15007

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20545710/

https://academic.oup.com/ajcn/article/70/4/536/4729115?login=false

You cannot catch a virus. Here’s why...

‣ Viruses do not ‘exist’ outside of petri-dish solutions or a living body.

‣ Viruses cannot enter through the skin or eyes. Such vectors do not work because the mucus membranes and the immune system discard small amounts of foreign proteins such as viruses.

‣ Viruses cannot enter through wounds because we bleed outwardly, not inwardly.

‣ Viruses cannot function without a host cell that manufactures them and encodes them, and viruses cannot replicate without a host cell.

‣ Viruses do not ‘infect’ or ‘invade’ cells. They are not alive to do so in the first place.

‣ Viruses almost never dissolve living tissue, unless in specific circumstances such as polio and degenerative nervous system diseases where metal toxicity is present.

‣ Viruses’ primary function is to dissolve dead matter.

‣ Cells produce different viral strains depending on the condition of the tissue involved.

‣ There are 320,000 viral strains inherent to the human body, and each cell contains the viral protein makeup to manufacture each strain when the body calls for it.

‣ Viruses are sequenced/encoded by blood cells via RNA/DNA to break down specific dead and dying tissue and waste.

‣ Viruses are very specific protein structures.

‣ Coughing, sneezing, and spitting is not a vector for the transmission of viruses. Saliva and mucus membranes break down any such particles.

‣ Skin is not a vector either because viruses cannot cross dead skin layers.

‣ Viruses are a result of internal toxicity caused by the environment.

‣ Viruses are not living organisms or living microbes.

‣ Viruses do not have a respiratory system, nor do they have a nucleus or digestive system.

‣ Viruses are not alive.

‣ Viruses are not contagious.

References thebernician. net Béchamp Or Pasteur? A Lost Chapter in the History of Biology by E. Douglas Hume. The Blood and Its Third Element by Antoine Béchamp. Immunization: The Reality Behind the Myth, by Walene James (discusses Béchamp’s ‘Terrain Theory’ of bacteria and viruses) The Dream & Lie of Louis Pasteur, R.B. Pearson

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How to Utilize Glucose Well (And Why You Should Care) Constantine Kanargelidis Mar 11

Why is it important to utilize (or oxidize) glucose well?

There are many cells in our bodies that simply must use glucose. The brain is one example of an organ that heavily relives on glucose for energy. If the brain (or other organs and cells) cannot utilize glucose well, we run into trouble. There will be a drop in ATP for one, which means less energy is created for that specific cell or organ. In the brain, this can be catastrophic. Over time, if our brain has less ability to utilize glucose then this can lead to all sorts of neurodegenerative diseases and mood disorders. This is relevant for many other organs and cells, but I want to emphasize how important glucose utilization is for the brain as many people fear cognitive decline. Improving glucose utilization is likely the most important thing one can do to help protect against cognitive decline and related issues.

Oxidizing glucose is also a way for us to produce carbon dioxide (CO2). This is not a metabolic toxin. CO2 is needed for cells to utilize oxygen (O2). If we do not have enough CO2, we cannot use O2 effectively, regardless of the O2 levels in the blood. CO2 is also needed to convert ammonia (toxic) into urea (not toxic). CO2 is also a major vasodilator and is important for protecting against hypertension. There are many benefits of living at a higher altitude, this is (at least in part) due to the higher CO2 levels.

There are many relevant factors when considering how someone can utilize glucose well. The main required nutrients would be:

• Vitamin B1 (Thiamine)
• Magnesium
• Biotin
• Manganese
• Potassium
• Chromium
• B3
• B5
• B6

If we cannot utilize glucose well, it can start to increase in the blood and stay high. This can cause people to have elevated fasting blood glucose. The inappropriate utilization of glucose can also lead to an increase in lactic acid or lactate, which can lead to hypoxia.

One of the main glucose-utilizing enzymes (pyruvate is formed from glucose) is called pyruvate dehydrogenase (PDH). The main nutrients required for this important enzyme are vitamin B1 (Thiamine) and magnesium. It is important to try and consume enough of these two nutrients in the diet, but it can be especially hard for these two. They are not the most abundant nutrients in food these days but eating a diet that contains a lot of non-packaged and non-canned food can help. If someone has a condition that can be improved by oxidizing glucose better (practically everyone can benefit from oxidizing glucose better) then they may want to supplement with some magnesium and vitamin B1. Getting a form of vitamin B1 that is utilized well is important, benfotiamine, fursultiamine (TTFD), allithiamine, prosultiamine and sulbutiamine are all useful. However, benfotiamine doesn’t seem to increase thiamin levels in the brain so it may not be very useful for someone with a neurodegenerative disease. The other forms of thiamine mentioned should be useful for someone with a neurodegenerative disease.

Another important glucose-utilizing enzyme is pyruvate carboxylase, which turns pyruvate into oxaloacetate. The main nutrients required for this enzyme are Biotin (Vitamin B7) and manganese. Biotin is high in egg yolks, but egg whites (especially uncooked) can lead to biotin deficiency. Organ meats (liver) are very high in biotin. Manganese is very high in mussels, pineapple and maple syrup. I don’t think manganese supplements would be necessary, but someone may investigate if they are deficient in biotin, if they are they can look into potentially supplementing with some extra biotin which may in turn help them utilize glucose better.

Potassium and chromium are two other nutrients needed for optimal glucose utilization. Potassium is high in fruits and vegetables, especially “root vegetables” and tubers such as potatoes. Coconut water and aloe vera juice (inner leaf fillet) are also very good sources of potassium. If we consume enough potassium, there is a lesser need for insulin as a response to consuming carbohydrates. Chromium is high in brewers’ yeast, grapes and certain spices like cinnamon. Speaking of cinnamon (1-6g a day), this herb/bark can be very useful for people who need to utilize glucose better, always buy Ceylon Cinnamon as opposed to the other types, like cassia, which is toxic in higher doses.

One reason someone could have a hard time utilizing their glucose would be if there is too much fat in the blood in the form of free fatty acids (FFAs). FFAs can be increased in the blood for many reasons, such as eating too much fat (especially polyunsaturated fatty acids “PUFAs”), increased adrenaline (fasting, not eating enough, stress, cold, hypothyroid) and many other factors such as high estrogen. This can interfere with the utilization of glucose and can lead to a decrease in the NAD/NADH ratio.

The form of vitamin B3 known as niacinamide can help with the oxidation of glucose in a couple of ways. The first is that niacinamide can help to increase NAD, and when there is a higher ratio of NAD/NADH the cells can oxidize glucose better. There are other ways to increase this ratio, one such way is to consume what are called “oxidizing agents” or “electron-accepting agents” where most of which are quinones or quinone-like. Two very famous quinones are Coenzyme Q10, also known as COQ10 and Ubiquinone the “ubiquitous” quinone if you will. there is also vitamin K2, known as menaquinone. Quinones don’t need to have “quinone” in the name, emodin and aloe-emodin, found in cascara sagrada and aloe vera respectively, are quinones. The pau d’arco bark contains some quinones as well, such as lapachol. Black seed contains thymoquinone. So, consuming these quinones can help someone accept excess electrons which will help the NAD/NADH ratio increase.

Why is this relevant? This will all help increase the utilization of glucose. Niacinamide can also help prevent the excess liberation of FFAs which means there will be less fat in the blood. Think of the fat and the glucose “competing” in the blood for utilization/oxidation, less free fatty acids in the blood gives your body a better chance to utilize the glucose. Furthermore, by lowering the free fatty acids in the blood, niacinamide is also increasing the NAD/NADH ratio, as when we are oxidizing too much fat at the expense of glucose there is a decrease in the NAD/NADH ratio, which is not good for glucose oxidation. Therefore, Niacinamide can be a helpful tool for anyone wishing to increase their utilization of glucose. This is especially important for diabetics and people with dementia (diabetes of the BRAIN it is often called).

It’s also important to bring up that having adequate active thyroid hormone (T3) is also essential for the utilization of glucose. The thyroid gland produces T4 (inactive thyroid hormone) and a little T3. The vast majority of the conversion of T4 to T3 happens in the liver. If someone has poor liver health, they can have a poor conversion of T4 to T3. This means they will have a harder time metabolizing carbohydrates like glucose. The thyroid gland could also not be producing enough thyroid hormone, this can be due to many reasons such as chorine, inadequate consumption of tyrosine and iodine, a diet high in polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs) and high estrogen, to name a few.

I do not recommend low-carbohydrate diets. Your body needs glucose and if you don’t supply it from foods like fruits, potatoes and honey then your body will make it. If you go on a very low carbohydrate diet for long, you will start to make glucose by catabolizing your body (like your thymus gland) and from dietary proteins. This is a stressful process, and it also leads to high levels of ammonia, as when you make glucose from amino acids, you get ammonia as a by-product. We need adequate CO2 to get rid of ammonia, but if we aren’t eating carbohydrates, we will be producing less CO2, making the ammonia that much more of a problem. Low-carb diets also lead to a lower ratio of NAD/NADH making it even harder to oxidize glucose well.

It is important to avoid eating starch on its own. Starch (white bread, pasta, white rice) is essentially just a long chain of glucose, when it is broken down it can massively increase blood glucose levels very quickly, making it difficult to oxidize the glucose well. We don’t want huge peaks and valleys of blood glucose, this can make people irritable and have brain fog. Starch on its own thus has a huge glycemic index. Combining foods can help and so can fibre. Fruit generally has a much lower glycemic index than say bread. So try to keep your carbohydrates to mostly fruit and fruit-vegetables like bell peppers and zucchini (all botanical fruits). Starches, such as potatoes, can be great, but have them with a fat such as butter or olive oil.

In conclusion, important nutrients for utilizing glucose well are Thiamine, Magnesium, Biotin, Manganese, Potassium, Chromium and other B vitamins like vitamin B6. Eating a good diet rich in shellfish (shrimp, oysters, mussels etc.), eggs, organ meats (liver, heart, kidney), fruits, roots and tubers, peas and lentils, butter, cheese/yogurt and olive oil can all help to make sure you get a wide variety of nutrients. However, if you have trouble utilizing glucose it may be worthwhile to look into supplementing with a good form of vitamin B1 and magnesium to help increase the oxidation of glucose. You may also want to experiment with niacinamide, so you can lower the amount of fat in the blood and so you can increase the NAD/NADH ratio, both of which will help with the utilization of glucose. Taking a quinone, or eating foods that contain quinones, like COQ10 (heart), Vitamin K2 (goose liver), pau d’arco tea, black seed, cascara sagrada and aloe vera, can also help with the oxidation of glucose. Making sure your thyroid hormone conversion is optimal will also help. Biotin supplementation may also be useful, please investigate the many articles that Chris Masterjohn has written on Biotin, especially “When High Dose Biotin is Truly Needed” for more information.

New studies are showing that Omega 9 supposedly helps with pain and really odd unexplained neuropathies by impacting the vanilloid receptors.

They're finding it neutralizes cytokine as well! They're using it currently in cancer studies

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8927560/#:~:text=According%20to%20the%20authors%2C%20omega,%CE%B3%20signaling%20pathway%20%5B24%5D

https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0005273617301566

• sunflower oil
• argan oil
• peanut oil
• soya oil
• corn oil
• hazelnuts
• pistachios
• almonds
• sesame seeds
• pine nuts
• peanuts
• chia seeds
• olives
• cucumber
• acai
• macadamia nuts

Oleic Acid?

Amounts of omega-9 in 100 grams of the following foods:

• olive oil: 83 grams
• cashew nut oil: 73 grams
• almond oil: 70 grams
• avocado oil: 60 grams
• peanut oil: 47 grams
• almonds: 30 grams
• cashews: 24 grams
• walnuts: 9 grams

>>> who originated the concept of terrain theory vs germ theory

Terrain Theory: The concept of Terrain Theory was developed by Dr. Antoine Béchamp (1816-1908), a French biologist and microbiologist.

Dr. Béchamp proposed that the human body's internal environment, or "terrain," plays a crucial role in disease development. He believed that microorganisms are not the sole cause of diseases, but rather the terrain is often conducive to their growth and proliferation. In other words, Béchamp suggested that the human body can become diseased due to an imbalance in its internal environment, which allows pathogens to take hold.

Germ Theory: The Germ Theory, on the other hand, was popularized by Dr. Louis Pasteur (1822-1895), a French chemist and microbiologist. Pasteur is often credited with developing the concept of germ theory, which posits that microorganisms are the primary cause of many diseases.

Pasteur's work built upon earlier research by scientists like Girolamo Fracastoro (1478-1553) and Antonie van Leeuwenhoek (1632-1723), who observed microorganisms using early microscopy techniques. Pasteur's experiments, particularly his famous swan-neck flask experiment, provided strong evidence for the germ theory.

The Debate: There was a significant debate between Béchamp and Pasteur regarding the role of terrain versus germs in disease development. While Pasteur focused on the importance of microorganisms as the primary cause of diseases, Béchamp emphasized the significance of the human body's internal environment in allowing pathogens to take hold.

The debate between these two scientists is often characterized as a conflict between the "germ theory" and the "terrain theory." However, it's essential to note that both perspectives are not mutually exclusive, and modern medicine has incorporated elements from both theories.

>>> what specific diseases did Bechamp's work document and attribute to terrain

... theory

Dr. Antoine Béchamp's work on the terrain theory was focused on understanding the role of the human body's internal environment in disease development. While he didn't directly attribute specific diseases to the "terrain theory" in the way that we understand modern terminology, his research and writings did provide insights into the importance of environmental factors, diet, and lifestyle in the onset and progression of various diseases.

Some of the conditions that Béchamp's work touched upon or implied a role for terrain theory include:

1. Tuberculosis: Béchamp proposed that tuberculosis was not solely caused by the bacterium Mycobacterium tuberculosis (then known as "bacillus tuberculin"), but rather by an imbalance in the body's internal environment, which allowed the bacteria to take hold.
2. Cholera: Béchamp observed that cholera outbreaks were often linked to poor sanitation, contaminated water sources, and malnutrition. He suggested that these environmental factors contributed to the disease's development.
3. Malaria: Béchamp noted that malaria was more prevalent in areas with stagnant water and poor drainage. He implied a connection between the presence of mosquito breeding sites and the risk of disease transmission.
4. Dyspepsia (Indigestion, stomach upset): Béchamp's research on gut health and nutrition suggested that dietary imbalances, stress, and other environmental factors could contribute to symptoms of dyspepsia.

Some specific publications by Béchamp that demonstrate his work on terrain theory include:

• "Microbial Terrain Theory" (1867) - a paper presenting the concept of microbial balance within the body's internal environment.
• "The Microbe and Its Environment" (1878) - an essay outlining Béchamp's views on the relationship between microorganisms, diet, and disease development.
• "The Germ Theory and Its Limitations" (1880) - a response to Pasteur's germ theory, where Béchamp emphasized the importance of considering the host environment in understanding disease processes.

(gemma2)>>> Explain terrain theory and compare to germ theory

Terrain Theory vs. Germ Theory: A Tale of Two Explanations for Disease

These two theories offer contrasting explanations for the origin and development of disease:

Terrain Theory:

• Core Idea: Disease arises from an imbalance or weakness within the body, known as the "terrain." This terrain can be influenced by factors like diet, lifestyle, emotional state, and environmental exposures. A healthy terrain resists disease, while a weakened terrain makes individuals susceptible to infection.
• Focus: Internal factors and bodily functions.
• Pathogens: Seen as secondary invaders that take advantage of an already weakened terrain.
• Treatment: Emphasizes restoring balance and strength to the body through lifestyle changes, nutrition, stress management, and natural remedies.

Germ Theory:

• Core Idea: Specific microorganisms (bacteria, viruses, fungi, etc.) are the direct cause of infectious diseases. These pathogens invade the body and multiply, causing illness.
• Focus: External agents (pathogens) and their interactions with the body.
• Terrain: The terrain plays a role in susceptibility to infection, but the primary cause is the pathogen itself.
• Treatment: Primarily focuses on eliminating or controlling the pathogen through antibiotics, antivirals, vaccines, and other medical interventions.

Comparison:

Feature	Terrain Theory	Germ Theory
Cause of Disease	Internal imbalance (terrain)	Specific microorganisms (pathogens)
Emphasis	Internal factors, bodily functions	External agents (pathogens)
Role of Pathogens	Secondary invaders exploiting weakness	Primary cause of infectious disease
Treatment	Lifestyle changes, natural remedies	Antibiotics, antivirals, vaccines

Modern Perspective:

While germ theory is the dominant explanation for infectious diseases today, terrain theory has reemerged in recent years. Many recognize that both factors play a role in health and disease:

• A healthy immune system, supported by good nutrition and lifestyle choices, is better equipped to fight off pathogens.
• Certain environmental exposures and underlying health conditions can make individuals more vulnerable to infection.

Ultimately, understanding both perspectives can contribute to a more holistic approach to health and well-being.