Interesting study about a new way to turn off inflammation

@dianedonohue I listened to this podcast this week on Red Light/Near-infrared Therapy. It is excellent. This is a direct cut and paste to the Dr. Jockers' podcast and his interview with Ari Whitten. Please listen if interested. Most comprehensive talk on light therapy I've heard yet. Also, Dr. Jockers mentions Dr. Axe which I also follow. If uninterested in the sponsors, just forward thru that part. I listen on Apple (last link below). It is also available live video and audio.

The Ultimate Guide to Red Light Therapy with Ari Whitten
Dr. Jockers Functional Nutrition

In this episode, Dr. Jockers sits down with Ari Whitten to break down how red and near-infrared light therapy works and why it has become such a powerful tool for healing, energy, and recovery. You'll learn how light interacts with the body at the cellular level and why it matters far beyond skin health. They also unpack why this topic deserves more attention in the world of functional medicine. Ari explains how photobiomodulation can support mitochondrial function, reduce inflammation, and promote repair in tissues throughout the body. You'll hear how red light may influence everything from brain health and athletic recovery to fat loss and healthy aging. The conversation also explores the difference between local and whole-body benefits. You'll also learn what to look for in a quality red light device and why specifications like intensity, coverage, and design matter more than most people realize. Dr. Jockers and Ari walk through how to think about using red light effectively for your goals while clearing up common misconceptions around this technology. Along the way, they reveal why proper light exposure may be more important than many people think. In This Episode: 00:00 Stem Cells and Light 00:26 Episode Overview and Guest 06:40 Why Rewrite the Book 11:08 How Light Affects Biology 15:21 Red and Infrared Explained 17:31 Optical Window and Benefits 23:12 Cell Sensitivity and Dosing 28:23 Red vs Near Infrared Depth 35:31 C15 Longevity Pitch 37:22 Red Light Skin Benefits 40:40 Collagen Tug of War 43:39 Choosing a Quality Mask 47:33 Panels Versus Masks 50:31 Systemic Effects Explained 54:36 Stem Cells and Melatonin 01:00:05 Avoiding Junk Panels 01:07:42 Testing and Device Guide 01:09:31 Book Wrap and Sun Wisdom 01:10:52 Final Takeaways and Outro

@bshiver Thank you. Diane Donohue

@altabiznet I subscribe to consumerlab which tests supplements for purity, strength being what the label says etc. And also lists cautions on the various supplements.
I am one that could not tolerate turmeric. I have chronic gastritis.
Swanson® Turmeric & Black Pepper was not approved and neither was Zyflamend which contains tumeric. Black pepper added to turmeric increases absorption. The issue with the Swanson product was not the pepper. Other brands with pepper have been approved.
The quinol brand mentioned above was approved.
With any of these supplements it is important to have blood work done regularly. Turmeric can cause liver issues that would show up on regular blood chemistries.
Supplements are not regulated like prescription drugs, so consumer lab has found some that had less or more than what the label said. And some have had contamination.
I am a big believer in fish oil. I've had RA for 25 years . Six months after being diagnosed , I began taking the same dosages as what was used in studies published on Pubmed. Just a reminder. The dosage on the front label is not the dosage you go by. Look at the back of the label at the dosage of EPA and DHA. That is your actual dose. And overall, I have done much better than many .
I have skin tested allergic to the protein in wheat, not gluten. It is very hard not to eat wheat, but when I manage to be really strict about not eating it, I notice a big difference in how I feel. The arthritis foundation suggests that even if you are not allergic to wheat , many people feel much better not eating it.

@missy245 I love consumer lab and subscribed this year since I've been having symptoms of peripheral neuropathy and years ago I was diagnosed with psoriatic arthritis. It's nice to know which brands were approved, plus they keep the cost in mind when making their recommendations. But I found their review of the studies especially thorough and useful. I don't take that many supplements, but it's good to see ones are actually helpful. Thank you for mentioning them. Kind regards, LL