Hot Off The Press # 13
In this issue: Monkeypox, Pharmaceutical Pollutions and Bodily Oddities
Hello StrongHealth Readers
Another week, another whirlwind of news that leaves us shaking our heads. From mind-boggling facts to perplexing global events, it feels like we're living in a constant state of information overload. But this Friday newsletter is your antidote to the weekly grind. It delivers sharp insights and practical solutions to help you unpack some mini health bites in the news landscape.
In This Issue:
Monkeypox Pandemic?
Brain Eats Itself
Bacterial Itch
Pharmaceutical Pollution
Childhood Scurvy Increases
Monkeypox Pandemic?
The China-friendly World Health Organization announced that a global emergency had been declared over a recent monkeypox (mpox) outbreak in Africa. This public health emergency is said to be of international concern, the highest level of health alarm under international law.
Experts tell us the current strain of monkeypox is “deadlier” than the previous 2022 American version, (which turned out to be not so deadly) and is said to kill up to 10% of those infected. However, the mortality rate appears exaggerated. With only 500 deaths reported from 17,000 global cases, the fatality rate is approximately 3%.
Other factors that mitigate this current version as a global emergency are:
Monkeypox can’t be spread via the air. It’s primarily spread via gay and bisexual men. Since it’s estimated that only about 5-8% of the global population identifies as LGBTQ+, this issue seems highly overblown as an international emergency.
Not a single case of the new variant has been located in the U.S. or other continents at this point either, except African countries.
Yet we see this:
Symptoms include a fever, a painful rash, body aches, enlarged lymph nodes, and extreme fatigue. While symptoms are somewhat ugly, they do not warrant stocking global fear through an international emergency. But since we’ve already been warned about an upcoming deadly “Disease X” all year, it’s obvious the globalists’ are adamant in their desire for another pandemic. I’m guessing waning global vaccine sales are concerning to the pharmaceutical industry.
Brain Eats Itself
Our brain is constantly eating itself. This process is called phagocytosis, where cells envelop and consume smaller cells or molecules to remove them from the system. The specific cells in the brain responsible for this process are called microglia; and they play a vital role in:
Removing dead or damaged neurons
Clearing away waste products
Supporting brain development and plasticity
Don’t worry! The process isn't harmful but helps preserve your grey matter. While phagocytosis is a broader term, microglia are the specific cells responsible for the "brain-eating itself" process.
Bacterial Itch
Bacteria on your skin cause your itches. Specifically, bacteria known as Staphylococcus aureu can release a chemical that activates a protein in our nerves, acting like an alarm. This sends a signal from our skin to our brain, saying, "Hey, something is itchy here!" Your brain gets the message and tells you to scratch.
So, those pesky bacteria are the main culprits behind that irritating itch!
Pharmaceutical Pollution
Pharmaceutical pollution is a growing concern as traces of prescription drugs are increasingly detected in water sources. Once consumed, medications are partially metabolized and excreted, eventually entering wastewater systems. Conventional treatment plants are often unable to fully remove these compounds, leading to their release into rivers, lakes, and oceans. This contamination can disrupt the behavior, reproduction, and growth of fish and other aquatic organisms.
Beyond the ecological impact, the accumulation of these substances in the food chain poses risks to human health. Certain pharmaceuticals can interfere with the endocrine system, leading to potential reproductive issues, affect hormone levels, and contribute to antibiotic resistance.
Source: ChemTrust
Childhood Scurvy Increases
The resurgence of scurvy, a disease historically associated with sailors deprived of fresh fruits and vegetables, is raising eyebrows in modern times. Despite advancements in nutrition science and food availability, vitamin C deficiency is becoming increasingly prevalent. Factors contributing to this trend include lifestyle choices and dietary preferences that exclude fruits and vegetables.
Particularly concerning is the impact on children, whose diets are crucial for growth and development. The shift towards processed foods and away from natural produce could be a significant contributor to this issue. Ensuring children consume a variety of vitamin C-rich foods like oranges, strawberries, broccoli, and bell peppers is essential for preventing scurvy and promoting overall health
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