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The latest innovative health topics from around the world. | This month’s Townsend Letter digs into topics that matter right now. Donald Yance, CN, MH explains how the neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio tips the balance between tumor defense and tumor growth. Two vitamin D pieces follow: William Grant, PhD reviews the nutrient’s impact on heart disease, while Geo Espinosa, ND shows why a simple supplement can boost immunity, prostate health, and healthy aging. | | Alan Gaby, MD exposes questionable L-arginine research on kidney stones—reminding us why real evidence matters. Yance also asks why Americans pay so much for “sick care” and how prevention can shift the equation. Rounding out the issue, Rudy Shur’s book review offers practical steps to lower the risk of age-related macular degeneration. | | From The Moss Report, check out the two-part deep dive on high-polyphenol olive oil and cancer research, plus Dr. Ralph Moss’s latest update on his prostate-cancer journey. | | Also, there are plenty of fascinating conferences on the horizon—see our events calendar for details and dates. | | Remember, independent medical journalism survives only when readers like you stand behind it. If you value clear, unflinching coverage of innovative health ideas, please help keep us going: | | Thank you for reading, sharing, and supporting our work. | | Stay hydrated and stay cool! | | | | | | Donald R. Yance, CN, MH - This review of Neutrophils analyzes the anti- and pro-tumor intercellular interactions mediated by neutrophils, and examines the interaction of neutrophils with tumor cells and T cells. | | | | | William B. Grant, PhD, et al. - A large body of research has found that vitamin D status is inversely associated with the risk of CVD, and temporal ecological studies find that seasonal variations in solar UVB affect the risk of CVD incidence and mortality... | | | | | Alan R. Gaby, MD - Medical treatment is most successful when it is based on real research. Dr. Alan Gaby has been vocal about fraudulent medical research for years. Most of the questionable work is from Iran, although China, Egypt, and Japan are but a... | | | | | Geo Espinosa, ND, LAc - Vitamin D is low-cost, low-risk, and supported by strong science. It plays a big role in aging, prostate health, and immune defense, and adding it to your wellness routine is one of the best steps you can take to protect... | | | | | Donald R. Yance, CN, MH - By adopting a whole-health approach and prioritizing preventive care, we can create a system that not only enhances individual well-being but also reduces the financial and societal burden of chronic disease. | | | | | Book Review by Rudy Shur - Although diet and nutritional supplements are essential to fighting macular degeneration, there are other steps you can take to lower your risk of AMD—such as quitting smoking, getting regular exercise, and protecting your eyes from damaging blue light—that can... | | | | | | | |  | | | www.themossreport.com | | | What makes an olive oil truly exceptional? In this episode, Ben and Dr. Ralph W. Moss talk with award-winning olive oil producer Richard Meisler, owner of San Miguel Olive Farm, to uncover the real story behind olive oil quality—what’s on the label, and what isn’t. From “Tree to Mill,” Meisler | | | | | | www.themossreport.com | | | In this episode, Ben and Dr. Ralph Moss take a deep dive into newly published research on extra virgin olive oil and its potential role in supporting cancer patients. The discussion covers reduced hand-foot syndrome during chemotherapy, lowered all-cause mortality, and the reasons EVOO topped Dr. Moss’s list of anti-cancer foods. | | | | | | www.themossreport.com | | | In this deeply personal episode, Dr. Ralph W. Moss shares his reflections upon completing 44 sessions of radiation therapy for prostate cancer. Over two and a half months, he navigated the physical and emotional challenges of daily treatment, side effects, and recovery—all while documenting the process to support others facing | | | | | | | | | |  | Townsend Letter hopes you enjoyed a successful ICNM Congress in Paris, July 4-6. | | | | | | | | | July 17-20 - Celebrating 50 Years of Mind-body Technologies: Psychotronics, Radionics, Subtle Energy and More Explore the subtle realms underlying the material universe; the history of the aether in subtle energy and philosophy; bioenergy… | | | | | | | | July 28-29 - We welcome you to our online conference, “Emerging the Power of Nature,” highlighting the significance of traditional medicine in modern healthcare. This event aims to bring together leading educational scientists, researchers, and… | | | | | | | | August 14-15 - Join our collaboration of healthcare professionals, researchers, and institutions, to engage, exchange, and network to learn more about traditional and alternative medical practices. | | | | | | | | August 14-16 - Join health care professionals in Washington, D.C., for the 13th annual International Conference on Nutrition in Medicine. Improve your patient care with the latest nutrition research and practical tips, provided by… | | | | | | | | | Interested to reach the Townsend Letter readers? Submit a Classified to joy@townsendletter.com. |
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