The Gary Null Show

Discover how vitamin supplements can slow glaucoma progression and the surprising cognitive boost from walnuts at breakfast. Uncover the alarming risks tied to removing children's tonsils, as well as how exercise prevents chronic muscle pain. Learn about the connection between childhood nutrition and menstruation timing. Dive into discussions on financial shadows affecting investors and the ongoing housing affordability crisis impacting families. Lastly, explore the socio-economic inequalities in health choices that highlight the need for effective dietary improvements.

HEALTH NEWS   ·         Eating avocados during pregnancy associated with lower food allergy risk in baby Six new studies point to red raspberry's potential anti-inflammatory properties ·         Better physical health probably follows religious and spiritual engagement, rather than vice versa ·         Tomato and fruit juice improve quality of life for kids with asthma ·         Discover how parsley helps to fight cancer ·         Eating ultra processed foods may speed up early signs of Parkinson's disease   Eating avocados during pregnancy associated with lower food allergy risk in baby University of Eastern Finland, May 7, 2025 (Eurekalert)   An observational study among 2,272 mother-child pairs in Finland found that infants had 44% lower odds of developing food allergies at 12 months if their mother consumed fresh avocado during pregnancy, after adjusting for other lifestyle, delivery, and maternal health factors. This is the first published study to link avocados in the maternal diet to a lower risk of infant food allergies—a growing public health concern that affects nearly one in 13 children, or roughly two in every classroom.   Researchers analyzed data collected as part of the Kuopio Birth Cohort (KuBiCo). Participants who reported eating any avocado (>0 grams) in either trimester were defined as avocado consumers, and non-consumers were those who did not report consuming any avocado in either trimester. Infant allergic outcomes, including rhinitis, paroxysmal wheezing, eczema, and food allergy, were evaluated at 12-months of age. After adjusting for factors food allergy was found to be significantly higher in infants of non-avocado consumers (4.2%) versus avocado consumers (2.4%).    Six new studies point to red raspberry's potential anti-inflammatory properties   Various Universities, May 2, 2025 (Medical Xpress)   Initial findings from six animal model studies reveal the potential effects of red raspberry consumption on cardiovascular disease risk reduction, maintaining normal blood glucose levels and liver function as well as potential anti-inflammatory effects related to bone health.   Cardiovascular University of Michigan observed potential benefits of red raspberry intake on obesity-prone rats.   Metabolic Syndrome Washington State University noted positive effects of red raspberry consumption on metabolic syndrome in male mice with diet-induced obesity. Oregon State University studied the effects of red raspberries in mice fed a high-fat, high-sugar Western diet.   Diabetes Texas A&M University reported positive effects of red raspberry consumption on diabetes-related complications and heart disease in obese diabetic mice.   Liver Function Oregon State University noted raspberry's capacity for ellagic acid quercetin to bind to the peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor-alpha (PPARa).   Inflammation and Bone Health Texas Woman's University observed anti-inflammatory effect of polyphenols in red raspberries in the production of osteoclasts, the cells associated with the breakdown of bone.     Better physical health probably follows religious and spiritual engagement, rather than vice versa University of Miami, May 7, 2025 (PLoS One)   Better physical health probably follows religious and spiritual engagement, rather than vice versa, per six year longitudinal U.S. study aiming to tease out this relationship Religious and spiritual (R/S) engagement is generally associated with better health. However, it is not known which comes first between R/S engagement and health due to a lack of longitudinal studies. We examined this issue in a sample assessed six years apart. We examined the measurement invariance and reciprocal relationships of R/S engagement and self-rated physical health (SRH) at two timepoints (six years apart). We then assessed whether the strength of their relationships with each other differed.   Our findings demonstrate that religious and spiritual engagement predicts better self-rated physical health six years later, whereas better SRH does not significantly predict future R/S engagement.   Tomato and fruit juice improve quality of life for kids with asthma King Mongkut’s Institute of Technology (Thailand), May 7, 2025 (News Medical) In a recent study published in the journal BMC Nutrition, researchers evaluated the effects of an antioxidant-rich diet on asthma outcomes in children. In the present study, researchers examined clinical outcomes, pulmonary function, and serum antioxidant levels in asthmatic children in Thailand. Participants were randomized to the intervention or control group. The control group received conventional usual care, whereas the intervention group received usual care and mixed fruit and tomato juices. Further, serum antioxidants (ascorbic acid, lycopene, and beta-carotene) were measured. In sum, the consumption of tomato and mixed-fruit juices for eight weeks improved asthma symptom control and quality of life in children. Serum beta-carotene increased within the intervention group, though this was not significantly different compared to controls. However, pulmonary function, ICS usage, and between-group antioxidant levels were unaffected by the intervention.   Discover how parsley helps to fight cancer University of Missouri, April 25, 2025 (NaturalHealth365) Research published in Oncotarget  detailed for the how apigenin in parsely slows and halts the production of the enzyme IKKa, which is behind the growth and progression of cancer. The scientists concluded that apigenin has a profound ability to slow cancer progression or stop it altogether.   In addition to these results, combined apigenin with green tea successfully treats colon cancer and the University of Missouri researchers found apigenin was effective against breast cancer and killed as much as 86 percent of lung cancer cells. Parsley is an excellent source of carotenoids, which protect against cancer-causing cell damage. Additionally, it’s considered a “chemoprotective” food due to its ability to protect healthy tissues in the body from the toxic effects of many cancer treatments or drugs. As a powerful anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties – and its rich source of vitamins A, C, E, beta-carotene, chlorophyll, fiber, lutein, zeaxanthin, folate and cryptoxanthin. It’s also packed with a higher concentration of vitamin K than kale.   Eating ultra processed foods may speed up early signs of Parkinson's disease Fudan University (China), May 7, 2025 (Eurekalert) People who eat more ultra processed foods like cold breakfast cereal, cookies and hot dogs are more likely to have early signs of Parkinson’s disease when compared to those who eat very few ultra processed foods. Researchers looked for signs of prodromal Parkinson’s disease, which is the earliest stage, when neurodegeneration begins, but more characteristic symptoms of Parkinson’s disease, like tremors, balance problems and slow movement, have not yet begun. These early symptoms can begin years or even decades before the typical symptoms start. The study included 42,853 people with an average age of 48 who did not have Parkinson’s disease at the start of the study. They were followed up to 26 years. After adjusting for factorsg, researchers found that participants who ate 11 or more servings of ultra processed foods per day had a 2.5-fold higher likelihood of having three or more early signs of Parkinson’s disease compared to those consuming fewer than three servings per day. When looking at individual early signs of Parkinson’s disease, researchers also found that eating more ultra processed foods was tied to an increased risk for nearly all symptoms except constipation.

HEALTH NEWS   ·         Fisetin, a natural compound, helps prevent artery hardening from aging and kidney disease Carnitine supplementation alleviates lipid metabolism derangements and protects against oxidative stress ·         Low testosterone linked to higher kidney stone risk in men, study finds ·         Study suggests we don’t just hear music, but ‘become it’ SSRI antidepressants promote bone loss during lactation ·         Open-label placebo appears to reduce premenstrual symptoms, study suggests

Dr. Gary Null plays clips on various topics.

HEALTH NEWS   ·         Ultra-processed foods linked to higher psoriasis risk ·         Rethinking Thyroxine Treatment: The High Rates of Spontaneous Normalization in Subclinical Hypothyroidism ·         Black coffee improves insulin sensitivity in women, study finds ·         This Simple Mind Trick Could Make You Actually Want To Exercise ·         Mindfulness therapy reduces opioid craving and addiction, study finds ·         Home washing machines fail to remove important pathogens from textiles

HEALTH NEWS   Capsaicin plus green tea combo aids weight loss: Study ·         High fructose diets impair brain function and appetite control, study shows ·         Exercise can counter detrimental effects of cancer treatment, review suggests ·         Depression and other mental health conditions linked to immune response, study finds A grateful heart is a healthier heart ·         Heart disease deaths worldwide linked to chemical widely used in plastics

HEALTH NEWS   ·         Curcumin shows promise for treating obesity, inflammation, and neurodegenerative diseases ·                     Effects of Xylitol on Tumor Progression in Syngeneic Mice Cancer Models ·         Midlife exercise may help lower Alzheimer's risk ·         Can Potatoes Help With Weight Loss? Scientists Reveal Surprising Benefits ·         Long-term study links chronic conditions in midlife to higher cancer risk and mortality ·         Sound Waves That Heal: A Breakthrough for Depression and Anxiety

HEALTH NEWS   ·                     Health Benefits of Polyphenols from Cherries: A Review of Clinical Trials ·         Three minutes of moderate activity a day may reduce risk of having a cardiovascular event ·                     If You're Over 60, Taking This Fiber Supplement Can Improve Your Brain Health ·         Low iron could cause brain fog during menopause transition, study suggests ·                     Effectiveness of Red Clover for the Treatment of Symptoms in Menopausal Women—A Narrative Review ·         High cannabis use associated with increased colon cancer mortality

HEALTH NEWS   ·         Can saw palmetto treat an enlarged prostate? ·         Improving cognitive function in older adults through mind-body Qigong exercise at senior daycare centers ·         Circular breathwork induces altered states of consciousness linked to improved mental health ·         Scientists Reveal That Eating Walnuts Could Reduce Your Risk of Cancer Rise in Childhood Thyroid Cancer Linked to Artificial Light and Air Pollution ·         Grow 40% More Hair Naturally with This Garden Oil Shown to Reverse Baldness in Men

HEALTH NEWS   ·         Tomatoes, lycopene shows promise for weight maintenance ·         The Science Of Brain Farts: What Happens When Your Mind Goes Completely Blank ·         Even light exercise could help slow cognitive decline in people at risk of Alzheimer’s ·         Regular chicken consumption linked to higher risk of early death from gastrointestinal cancers ·         Early antibiotic use linked to higher childhood BMI ·         Medication-induced sterol disruption: A silent threat to brain development and public health