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The Relationship between Gamma Rays and Lifespan
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In a June 1977 Ebony article titled: Can Blackness Prolong Life? Massachusetts Doctor Leon M. Edelstein, stated that after studying Melanin for more than 7 years, he stated that it may be a powerful anti-aging substance. He found that Melanin can absorb tremendous amounts of energy, and yet not give off a lot of heat, much like a superconductor. His research included studying centurion Mr. Hilliard Mc. Moore who at 102 years of age was still able to drive his automobile. This was due to the fact he had high levels of Melanin in his body.
One of the more interesting studies conducted by Dr. Edelstein is that when mice were fed Melanin along with antioxidants, the mouse lived to 91 human years in total health. The mouse did not die of old age, but instead was attacked when an older mouse was introduced into the cage. The mouse was still active and youthful up until its death.
One of the most interesting findings is a research study published in May of 2006 by G. Segal-Lieberman and colleagues titled: Melanin-concentrating hormone stimulates human growth hormone secretion: a novel effect of MCH on the hypothalamic-pituitary axis. The study concluded that when mice were fed Melanin their human growth hormone levels increased.
Melanin
Melanin is a dark brown to black pigment occurring in the hair, skin, and iris of the eye in people and animals. Melanocytes are the cells in our skin responsible for producing Melanin. When excessive levels of oxidative stress overwhelm the natural antioxidants in our skin, melanocytes are destroyed and the production of Melanin in our body decreases. Melanin may be a powerful combatter of oxidative stress, one of the number 1 causes of aging in the body. There are also numerous studies citing Melanin as a powerful substance that restores immune system balance to the body. The substance Qucertin is one of the best anti-oxidants for oxidative stress. Therefore a combination of Melanin with Qucertin may show enhanced results. Further research is needed to confirm this hypothesis.
Tyrosine
Melanin is responsible for tanning of skin when it is exposed to sunlight. Because Melanin is made from tyrosine, taking 1000 – 1500 mg per day can act as a natural "tanning pill". The conversion of tyrosine into melanin is helped by taking vitamin C, vitamin B6 and copper with it. The usual dose is 2000 mg of vitamin C, 50 mg of vitamin B6 and 4 mg of copper daily. This combination also helps reduce the risk of sunburn.
A 1982 study found that tyrosine increased mental alertness and warded off depression (Journal of Psychiatry, 1982, vol. 17, no. 2). Tyrosine is also used to treat Parkinson's disease (Life Sciences, 1982, vol. 30) (Nutrition and the Brain, vol. 7, edited by R.J. Wurtman and J.J. Wurtman (Raven Press). In one clinical research study two patients with lifetime depression that failed to respond to MAO inhibitors, tricyclic drugs and electroconvulsive therapy were given Tyrosine. Within two weeks of starting L-tyrosine, at 100 mg/kg once a day before breakfast, the patients showed remarkable increases in well being. Another case showed that a 30-year-old female with a two year history of depression showed improvement after only two weeks of treatment with tyrosine at 100 mg/kg/day in three divided doses. None of the patients experienced side any effects from taking the tyrosine.
Berberine
A few months ago I wrote an article titled: World's first anti-ageing drug could see humans live to 120. What is most interesting is the herbal substitute for this compound happened to be, you guessed it, Berberine. Berberine is an alkaloid derived from tyrosine. Research studies have also found that Berberine helps the body produce tyrosine (Y. Bustanji et al. April 2006).
An April study published in 2015 titled: Berberine regulates melanin synthesis by activating PI3K/AKT, ERK and GSK3β in B16F10 melanoma cells and conducted by Y.C. Song and colleagues found that Berberine enhances melanin production in the body. Berberine can be found in Barberry Root. Because berberine works best in the intestine, instead of taking a tincture/extract of berberine, capsules may work better because it would avoid it being absorbed early by the blood-brain barrier shortly after taking it.
Berberine is also found in adequate amounts in the herbs Coptis chinensis, turmeric, goldenseal, oregon grape root and Indian barberry root. This is what gives these plants their yellow/gold color, bitter taste and therapeutic effects. Sato, Fumihiko, and Yasuyuki Yamada. “High Berberine-producing Cultures of Coptis Japonica Cells.” Phytochemistry 23.2 (1984): 281-85.
Barberry Root
Barberry belongs to a large family of shrubs. The main phytochemical in barberry root is berberine. Berberine is used as a dye used in textiles. Berberine has antifungal, antibacterial and antiviral properties. One interesting fact I have come across in my anti-aging studies is substances that penetrate deeply, such as dyes, when these properties exist in anti-aging substances they are a clue that they extend life. For example Blue Food Dye that is commonly used in the chocolate candy M&M's has been used to heal spine injuries in rats.
Vitiligo
Vitiligo is a condition where the skin develops uneven "blothces" or patches of color. When the body has adequate levels of Melanin, the condition usually heals up. Berberine is used to treat vitiligo. Berberine also protects melanocytes, stops depigmentation and restarts healthy repigmentation of vitiligo patches. In my anti-aging books I show that digestion is key to longevity. It is interesting that one of the side effects of overuse of Berberine is impaired digestion.
Reversal of Grey Hair
As we age, melanin production slows, which causes gray hair. Because melanin is used to treat Parkinson’s, people who have received melanin have had their hair turn back to their natural color (S. Brenner. April 2014). Another interesting note is that Mr. Li Ching-Yuen, who allegedly lived to 250 years of age, ate a lot of the herb FO TI. FO TI has been shown in numerous reports to reverse grey hair.
Notes about using Berberine
Excessive use of Berberine will damage the intestinal lining, so it should be used in moderation.
The Connection between Gamma Rays and Melanin
My Portland Oregon residence is located behind a large forest region known as Forest Park. Due to the abundant rainfall, there also happens to be an abundance of moss. The U.S Forest Service recently made the discovery that this moss can be used to gauge the levels of cadmium in the air produced from glass factories. This was summarized in a study titled: The Portland moss and air quality study and published in early 2016. Cadmium, as well as cadmium tungstate, happens to be a material used to detect gamma rays. Cadmium tungstate happens to be used in scintillators. A scintillator is a substance that exhibits properties of luminescence when it is excited by ionizing radiation. This includes gamma rays. When the substance is struck by incoming particles, it will absorb the energy then re-emit the absorbed energy in the form of light.
So what is the connection between Moss, Cadmium and Extending Lifespan?
While revising the 2016 edition of my book The Emerald Tablets by Thoth the Atlantean, I came across the discovery that the constellation Cygnus emits extremely large amounts of gamma rays. For those of you familiar with the Emerald Tablets exercise, there are two seasonal peaks that occur. The first is during the morning in spring and the second during the late afternoon in fall. In North America these periods are when the constellation Cygnus is directly overhead (zenith). My book The Emerald Tablets by Thoth the Atlantean, goes into much more detail about this. It is also interesting to note that another constellation known as the Crab Nebula (located in the constellation Taurus) also emits extremely high levels of Gamma Rays and during Spring, the Crab Nebula is also roughly overhead during the morning in North America.
When the sun shines on our skin the chemical reaction produces vitamin D which helps create a healthy immune system. It is a fact that cognitive decline is associated with lower vitamin D levels (M. Soni et al. 2012). Could it be that gamma rays from other galaxies as well as the low levels of gamma rays from our sun as they shine upon our body create an anti-aging type chemical reaction as long as our bodies have adequate levels of melanin and could certain anti-aging exercises such as QI Gong or the Emerald Tablets enhance this effect?
Quick Summary - When the body has adequate levels of Melanin, it may be using energy from gamma rays to act as a barrier against aging, much like sunscreen protects the body from sunburn. If Melanin has the ability to prevent sunburn by "soaking up" the particles that contribute to sunburn, it may also be soaking up the free radicals that contribute to aging. If this is true, then gamma rays would show healing effects. Let's examine data to see if this is true.
Performing the Emerald Tablets Exercise during the mornings in Spring and late afternoon in Fall creates the strongest feelings of revitalization and feeling of well-being and health. This is not isolated to the region. In other words I have practiced the Emerald Tablets exercise in other regions around the world, and as long as the high energy gamma ray constellations are directly overhead during the proper season, the revitalization energies are maximized.
Gamma Radiation Affects the Crown, Heart and Pelvic Regions the Most
Replicated studies utilizing gamma rays by Benford et al. identified significant decreases in gamma rays occurring during alternative healing sessions using trained practitioners with multiple subjects. Of the 100 tests performed using volunteers, gamma ray changes occurred over the volunteer’s heart, crown, abdomen and pelvic regions when measured with a NaI(TI) crystal scintillator (which detects gamma radiation in the ranges between 100 KeV and 3 MeV). The study also concluded that gamma radiation decreased during all sessions regardless of which therapist performed the treatment. Gamma ray counts were also found to fluctuate by an average of between 3% and 6%.
The study also discovered that two male therapists emitted gamma rays during the therapy sessions. Could the decrease in gamma rays have been caused by a chemical reaction "soaking up" the particles, which then created a chemical reaction that caused the healing?
References:
Benford MS, Talnagi J, Burr-Doss D, Boosey S, Arnold LE. Gamma Radiation Fluctuations During Alternative Healing Therapy. IN PRESS, Alternative Therapies in Health and Medicine, July 1999.
Therapy and Gamma Rays
Polarity Therapy is an alternative healing therapy that uses techniques to "realign" the energy body of an individual. When polarity therapy is performed on a person, a drop in the number of gamma rays results. (Gamma radiation fluctuations during alternative healing therapy. M.S. Benford et al. 1999). Another type of healing called Reconnective Healing also has shown changes in the levels of gamma radiation absorption during healing sessions.
(http://www.reconnection.co.za/research.html)
Gamma Rays and Fungi
As stated at the beginning of this article, my residence is located in a forest region rich in abundant moss. One of the main reasons for the U.S. Forest Study was to find out where the unsafe levels of Cadmium in the air over Portland was coming from. They discovered that it came from stained-glass manufacturers who were using cadmium to make stained glass. Moss just happens to be a strong absorber of cadmium. Using the rule of applied science; where a substance, material or object used for detection or to measure energy; can also be used to create or transform said energy, we can see that moss is not only absorbing cadmium, but the excess levels of cadmium in the moss are being used as an energy source.
Another abundant substance growing in the forests of Portland is Fungi. As a matter of fact Oregon Humongous Fungus located in eastern Oregon happens to be one of the largest organisms on planet earth today, covering over 2,384 acres. So what is the connection between Fungi and gamma rays? Let's take a look at one species of Fungi known as radiotrophic fungi.
Radiotrophic Fungi
Radiotrophic fungi utilizes the pigment Melanin to convert gamma and beta radiation into chemical energy for growth [1]. This mechanism of conversion may be extremely similar to the anabolic pathways for the synthesis of reduced organic carbon (e.g., carbohydrates) in phototrophic organisms. These capture photons from visible light with pigments, including chlorophyll which the energy is then used in the photolysis of water that then generates usable chemical energy (such as ATP) in photosynthesis or photophosphorylation.
This is fascinating because this shows that as gamma rays interact with this type of fungi, it creates a decrease in gamma rays due to the chemical reaction taking place.
Simply put - If fungi is utilizing the energy from gamma rays as a source of food and energy, could the melanin in our body be doing the same? With the effect being enhanced when certain QI Gong or Emerald Tablet type anti-aging exercises are performed.
Most interesting of all, the two seasons when the energies from the Emerald Tablets exercises are strongest are dawn and dusk, both times when the sun is on the visible horizon and Cygnus is directly overhead (In North America).
It has now been scientifically confirmed and proven that there exist at least 2 people who have undergone scientific rigorous study showing they can live without food or water. They state they receive their nourishment from the sun.
Mr. Prahlad Jani (born 13 August 1929) is an Indian sadhu who has lived without food or water since 1940. A Sadhu is a holy man who has left behind all material attachments. Some live in forests, caves and Hindu temples in India and Nepal. Prahlad Jani grew up in Charod village in the Mehsana district in India. Mr. Prahlad Jani’s technique for living without food is by sun gazing as well as from believing in an Indian Diety. Mr. Prahlad Jani underwent extensive clinical testing by Mr. Rajiv Sharma, CEO of Sterling Hospital who conducted an observational study, along with 35 other doctors, of Mr Prahlad Jani that lasted 15 days. The study was carried out from 22 Apr 2010 to May 6th 2010. Also during the study MRI's revealed that his brain development matched that of a 25-year-old. Dr.Shah next study will evaluate if he is showing any signs of aging.
Reference:
DIPAS concludes observational study on ‘Mataji. Thehindu.com.
The second person who also uses the sun as nourishment without the need for food or water is Mr. Hira Ratan Manek, who uses the HRM phenomenon principle which was given to him by NASA after a team of medical doctors from the University of Pennsylvania, observed Hira for 24 hours a day, 7 days a week nonstop for 100 days confirming that he does not need food to live. NASA also confirmed that Mr. Hira Ratan Manek survived largely on sunlight with occasional small amounts of buttermilk or water during the 100 day period he was rigorously tested.
The next person is known as Jasmuheen (born Ellen Greve; 1957). She practices the art of pranic nourishment". Jasmuheen lives on about 300 calories a day and has done so for the previous fourteen years. She describes part of her nourishment as coming from "cosmic particles" or "micro-food" (prana). Jasmuheen states that if you haven't found the light that will nourish you, you may then have the intention to become a “breatharian". Jasmuheen has written a book about how she does it, however as of 2012, four deaths were linked to people who practiced breatharianism. This proves that if you want to reach this level, it is a gradual process that does not happen overnight. The body must learn how to switch from using food as a source of energy to sunlight as a source of nourishment and energy. And if any of you have read the book Autobiography of a Yogi written by Paramahansa Yogananda, one part of the book shares the experience he had meeting Giri Bala. Giri Bala had not eaten any food or liquids for over 56 years. Giri Bala stated to Paramahansa Yogananda that she received her nourishment from the finer energies of the air and sunlight and from the cosmic power which recharges her body through the medulla oblongata.
While documentation is needed to confirm these 3 other cases, Zinaida Baranova, a 73-year-old Russian woman, ceased eating and drinking on March 29, 2000. She states she gains nourishment from the air. After Scientists of the Bauman Institute examined her, they concluded that the woman’s biological age matched that of a 20 year old.
German cancer researcher Dr. Michael Werner stated that since 2005 he ceased eating for four years. He stated he derived all the energy for his body from the sun. He only lived on water mixed with a small amount of fruit juice. He published a book titled: Living through the Energy of Light. In his book he states "I can’t really explain what is happening on a scientific level in my case, but perhaps just a little bit of faith is all that is needed.”
Could it be that Gamma Rays from these constellations are nourishing the sunlight, which is then absorbed by these people who don't need food?
Background Radiation and The Great Flood
There is much evidence that before the great flood, lifespans were much longer then they are today, however after the great flood, lifespans plummeted. Let's take a look at conditions before and after the great flood.
Before the great flood:
Lower primary cosmic rays existed due to Earth being protected by a stronger magnetosphere. This contributed to background radiation being at favorable levels contributing to a stronger immune system and overall strength.
After the great flood:
There existed the arrival of a supernova remnant shell (SNR), that caused increased levels of primary cosmic rays and ionized radiation. This short term radiation possibly was intense, causing mutations that were passed down to later generations of humans. This impact caused a weakening of earth's magnetosphere due to increased tectonic activity. Variations in the sun's output, notably that of its IMF, allowed more cosmic rays to enter earth. Radiation from deep underground was brought to the surface during the flood caused by earthquakes and volcanoes. Changes in the type of radiation and its strength may also have caused further weakening of the human immune system.
Melanin and its anti-aging properties
As we stated earlier, the key substance that Radiotrophic fungi utilizes to convert the gamma rays into energy is a substance known as Melanin. When the body has adequate levels of Melanin, it is much more resistant to sunburn [2]. From my years of researching longevity and lifespan, foods that show sunburn protection almost always are anti-aging foods. One rule however is these types of substances/foods work extremely well only when used in small doses spread out over a lengthy period of time or after excessive exercise. Larger quantities actually reduce lifespan.
Quick Question - If Melanin is creating energy / nourishment from gamma rays, wouldn't Melanin show anti-aging properties?
Let's examine the scientific facts. Research has confirmed that senior mice have less Melanin in their bodies [3].
A substance similar to Melanin is NeuroMelanin (NM), which is a dark pigment found in the brain structurally related to Melanin. Physician Frank Barr states that neuroMelanin, is composed of a complex category of sound and light absorbing molecules (once again we see the absorbing effect). It is responsible for our experience of a continuum of mental states. He states this molecule coordinates interactions between the endocrine and nervous systems [4a] [4b]. A research study published in 2012 titled: Melanin, a promising radioprotector: Mechanisms of actions in a mice model and conducted by Amit Kunwar and colleagues issued a report of testing mice with Melanin.
A short summary of their report is shown below:
"Melanin obtained from the fungus Gliocephalotrichum simplex was given to mice at a dose of 50mg/kg body weight, which was the most effective dose. Melanin increased the 30-day survival of mice by 100% and 60%, respectively, after they were exposure to radiation. Melanin also reversed radiation-induced damage in the spleen and showed radioprotective action."
This article is an important finding because it shows that Melanin exhibits strong protection against oxidative stress. Oxidative stress is one of the major causes of aging. The radioprotective effects of Melanin come from the ability of melanin to create a controlled dissipation of Compton electron energy (from gamma rays). This results in a decreased number of interactions between the Compton electrons and cellular milieu and the scavenging of free reactive radicals by Melanin. So not only does Melanin protect against sunburn but also against radiation, perhaps by transforming low levels of radiation into a form of beneficial energy.
In another scientific study [5] mice fed Melanin (100mg/kg) together with white mushrooms or black mushrooms (Judas’ ear, tree, or jelly ear which is a species of edible Auriculariales fungus) showed protection against radiation when the mushrooms were eaten an hour before the experiment began. This shows that digestion is a key part of the protective process. The study concluded that black mushrooms protected the mice up to 80% from lethal doses of radiation, while mice given Melanin-devoid mushrooms died from gastrointestinal syndrome. The confirmation that Melanin protected the mice was due to the fact that mice given white mushrooms supplemented with Melanin survived at the same rate as mice given black mushrooms.
This shows that the Melanin is "soaking up" the radiation. Gamma rays are a form of radiation. So we have a verified hypothesis that Melanin is interacting with low levels of gamma rays creating a type of chemical reaction at low levels.
Another interesting finding is Dr. Fritz-Albert Popp discovered that DNA actually will absorb light, and retain the energy in the same location for 30 days even after the DNA has been removed from the area, creating a type of "memory" in the location.
So in summary the same substances in nature that convert the energy of gamma rays to energy may also extend lifespan.
The Great Pyramid of Giza and Gamma Rays
Another interesting fact I make mention of in my book The Emerald Tablets by Thoth the Atlantean is the great pyramids of Giza are positioned in the same positions as the constellation Cygnus.
Above image courtesy of Giza Pyramid researcher of Andrew Collins
Besides certain species of fungi having the ability to transform the energy of gamma rays into new energy, could the great pyramids of Giza also have once been utilizing the energies of Cygnus by transforming/utilizing them? Because the great pyramid has shafts aligned with certain stars, perhaps some sort of transformation or energy was created when the stars aligned with the shafts in the great pyramid and Cygnus was directly overhead.
Summary -
During the morning in spring and late afternoon during fall, when anti-aging QI Gong, the Emerald Tablets or similar longevity exercises are conducted, the Melanin in the body may be creating an anti-aging chemical reaction when the constellation Cygnus is directly overhead. In North America the energies of Cygnus (directly overhead), peak at dawn during spring and during late afternoon in fall. These would be peak times to take more of Milan for anti-aging effects. Further research is needed to confirm this hypothesis.
The 2nd window these revitalization energies increase is during stronger geomagnetic activity. Geomagnetic activity happens to have 2 seasonal peaks each year. These seasons are Spring and Fall. An additive anti-aging effect may occur by increasing the body's Melanin levels during stronger geomagnetic storms. This effect is similar to the protective effect caused by increased HGH levels during geomagnetic storms as discussed in a previous article published by the Solar Institute titled: Using Niacin to Boost Human Growth Hormone Levels 600% or more Naturally.
Quercetin Enhances Melanin Production
A few weeks ago I wrote an article titled: How to Use Quercetin for Reducing the Risk of Cataracts / Glaucoma Oxidative Stress and Endurance
Scientific Studies have shown that Quercetin enhances the production of Melanin.
Quote:
"These results show that quercetin stimulates the synthesis of tyrosinase protein as well as TRP-2 protein, thereby enhancing melanin producibility"
Source: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/24318284
Also a study published in October 2014 titled: Quercetin protects radiation-induced DNA damage and apoptosis in kidney and bladder tissues of rats, and conducted by H. Ozyurt and colleagues concluded that Quercetin protects against radiation induced DNA in rats. So we see a similarity between Quercetin and Melanin.
So could the reason Quercetin is regarded as a powerful cancer preventitive and longevity substance be due to its ability to enhance Melanin in the body?
Melanin Herbs and Foods
So what foods or herbs enhance Melanin levels in the body and do they have longevity effects?
Psoralea
One study showed Psoralea seeds have promising abilities to reduce oxidative stress [6]. Studies have shown that Psoralea's life extending effects are dose dependent, meaning that it extends life at lower dosages. The study showed that Psoralea at low doses caused significant longevity extension [7]. Psorela seeds are also used as an ingredient in ultraviolet phototherapy (the use of light in the treatment of physical or mental illness). Psorela seeds are also used to treat vitiligo which is a cause of pigment blotches on the skin. A study involving Psoralea seeds showed it caused significant increases in Melanin when administered to fish. Also Psoralea is used to kill intestinal parasites.
Summary - Psoralea Seeds enhance Melanin Levels.
One method is to soak Psoralea seeds in the juice of ginger or tamarind seeds (which is replaced daily) for three days. This has been proven to treat vitiligo by raising Melanin levels in the body. After 3 days of soaking, the seeds should be rubbed to remove their shell and dried in shade before being grounded into a powder. One gram is taken with milk for 40 days without interruption. The ground seeds are also be applied to affected areas.
The "last resort" Remedy
Psoralea has been used in formulas when other formulas have failed when healing is sought. One ancient Chinese text stated that after trying multiple extracts and herbal formulas, a formula that included Psoralea worked as a last resort. The formula is known as Gu Tao San. The formula consists of 10 ounces of ground up Psoralea Seeds (Bu gu zhi) and black walnut (he tao ren). This was then mixed with honey and 1 teaspoon is administered with warm wine or water and taken twice daily in separate doses in the morning. Rice is taken shortly afterwards to calm the digestion. In traditional Chinese medicine Psoralea extends lifespan and tonifiys QI benefits the liver and heart and strengthens the tendons and bones. All formulas relating to Psoralea usually refer to the seeds.
Another lifespan longevity formula that includes Psoralea, consists of 10ml of Psoralea combined with 10ml of glymadenia conopsea and cistanche salsa. This formula is available under the commercial name: KLJSY (Kanglaojianshenye). Entering the word Kanglaojianshenye into an Internet search engine yields many interesting anti-aging early research projects.
Polypodium Leucotomos
This fern has shown powerful protection against sunburn and UV radiation [8] [9] [10]. A scientific research study showed that an extract of Polypodium leucotomos was effective in treating vitiligo [11].
Black Cumin Seeds
Just as Black Mushrooms showed beneficial effects as mentioned earlier, Black Cumin seed happens to contain high amounts of Melanin [12]. Therefore a possible synergistic combination may be Melanin extract with black cumin seeds. This would avoid the negative effects of taking too much Melanin extract.
Another interesting fact is Zaro Aga who allegedly lived to 157 years of age ate a lot of black cumin seed. Also it is interesting that Black Walnut contains juglone, another extremely powerful anti-aging substance. So we see that 3 “black” foods extend lifespan. Black Cumin Seeds, Black Walnut and Black Mushrooms.
What is also interesting is that UV light kills parasites and disinfects and Melanin acts as a broadband UV absorbent, protecting the skin from sunburn and the amino acid tyrosine happens to absorb UV light.
Cyrtonium fortunei J. Smith
The Korean medicinal plant, Cyrtonium fortunei J. Smith, has also been found to enhance melanin production (Choi, 2013).
UV Amplifies
Below are excerpts from my book: Living Healthy Beyond 120,A Centurion’s Plan for Longevity. 2016 Revised and Expanded Edition.
A study published in January 2012 titled: Effects of postharvest pulsed UV light treatment of white button mushrooms (Agaricus bisporus) on vitamin D2 content and quality attributes, conducted by M.D. Kalaras and collegues showed that exposing shittake mushrooms to Pulsed UV light increased their Vitamin D levels significantly. The vitamin D2 also remained longer in the mushroosm after the treatment, compared to those not exposed to pulsed UV light. The study also found that Vitamin D2 levels of mushrooms that had been freshly sliced were higher than the unsliced mushrooms.
This study has since been repeated by Mr. Paul Stamets a 30 year thirty year mycologist in the Pacific Northwest who went further and compared several forms of organically grown shiitake mushrooms exposed to direct sunlight. His study found that placing Shiitake mushrooms in direct sunlight with their gills facing upwards for 2 days at 6 hours per day caused and increase in the vitamin D levels in the mushrooms. Exposing the mushrooms for longer periods actually caused a decline in vitamin D levels in the mushrooms. A year later when the same mushrooms were re-checked, the sun treated mushrooms had shown excellent preserved levels of vitamin D2.
Exposing freshly sliced carrots that have been exposed to UVB (or direct sunlight) for just 14 seconds, one of the three kinds of ultraviolet light in sunshine, can boost the antioxidant activity significantly (R.J. Avena-Bustillos et al. August 2012). Scientists have known for at least a decade that exposing plants to UVB may cause what’s known as abiotic stress. Plants respond to the stress by revving up their production of two natural enzymes, polyphenylalanine ammonia-lyase, and chalcone synthase.
Due to the shorter wavelengths, excessive exposure to UVB light below 305nm can cause an increased risk of skin cancers, and skin discomfort. For longer term exposure, the light between 310nm and 313nm wavelengths is safer. You can buy “narrowband” UVB tubes that emit UVB light in this specific range.
The Power of Vitamin D
Vitamin D is one of the most complete vitamins that requires the least amount of digestion. As a matter of fact, Vitamin D is so easy to produce in the body that researchers found that a single serving of white button mushrooms - the most commonly sold mushroom - could contain 869% of the daily vitamin D requirement when the mushrooms were exposed to five minutes of sunlight just after being harvested. Mushrooms contain ergosterol (a sterol). Ergosterol is a molecule that undergoes a transformation when exposed to sunlight, especially when exposed to UV light of wavelengths between 280 nm and 320 nm. Moderate amounts of vitamin D, as irradiated ergosterol, also increase the retention of calcium and phosphorus. Vitamin D3, found in fish oil, is more powerful than Vitamin D2. Ergosterol has been shown to cure rickets in young children and is found in the ergot of rye, brewer's yeast, mushrooms and in other fungi. By placing mushrooms (or freeze-dried chanterelles) 10 to 30 mins in the sun, the ergosterol in the mushrooms increases the Vitamin D2 up to 9 fold. White button mushrooms are listed as a powerful anti-aging food. Studies have shown that maitake and shiitake mushrooms contain the highest number of Sterols (K.M. Phillips et al. July 2011). Sterols make up 26% of onion skins.
Sterols may be a synergist with melanin. What is interesting is the “mushroom of immortality” known as Chaga contains high levels of melanin, sterols and amino acids. Chaga also happens to be a fungus. So a possible combination may be Tyrosine and Chaga Mushroom.
Additional substances that enhance Melanin levels
Copper helps produce Melanin. Caveat: Excess copper can cause senility, cramps, vomiting, hypertension, depression, schizophrenia and insomnia.
Coconut oil. It is interesting that coconut oil is one of the foods that creates healthy glowing skin.
40 mg of Gingko biloba three times daily boosts Melanin production.
Vitamin A
Vitamin B9, Vitamin B12 and Vitamin C When these three were administered together repigmentation of the skin occurred from patients suffering from Vitiligo [13].
Tyrosine
Tyrosine and L-Phenylalanine are precursors to dopamine. The body converts L-Phenylalanine to tyrosine which is then converted to L-DOPA. The conversion of Tyrosine into melanin can be properly performed by taking it with vitamin C, vitamin B6 and copper. Acetyl-L-Tyrosine is more easily absorbed by the body compared to taking Tyrosine along. Scientific tests show that melanin production can be severely impaired if vitamin B6 is lacking from the diet.
Mucuna Pruriens
Also called Cowhage or velvet bean powder, will also help the body produce melanin. Mucuna Pruriens is a good source of dopa. Because dopa is converted into melanin by the body, this is a good source to help the body generate melanin.
Numerous scientific studies have shown that DOPA increases Human Growth Hormone (F. De Zegher et al. NOvember 1993).
A research study published in October 2011 titled: A Blend of Chlorophytum Borivilianum and Velvet Bean Increases Serum Growth Hormone in Exercise-Trained Men, and conducted by Rick J. Alleman and colleagues found that human growth hormone in men increased an hour after taking the combination. Chlorophytum borivilianum has been scientifically shown to create melanin in fish (A. Sangita et al. March 2012). Chlorophytum Borivilianum contains high saponin and polysaccharide levels, which are also found in high levels in the Goji Berry.
Mucuna Pruriens is also used for psychiatric illnesses, Parkinson’s disease and anxiety. It also heals gut ailments and like parasitic infections. It has also shown the ability to relieve body aches and pains like arthritis (rheumatoid arthritis in particular) and myalgias and helps heal Insect bites including poisonous ones and in some cases snakebite. It also improves blood flow to the tissues just below the skin. Neurologists prescribing Mucuna pruriens for people with Parkinson’s use it because synthetic L-dopa has side effects and is not as well absorbed.
Larger doses of vitamin B6 should be avoided when taking Mucuna Pruriens because they can inactivate dopamine (DOPA). In plants melanin is released from Mucuna into soils, inhibiting the growth of nearby plant species acting as a retardant.
The Anti-Aging Effects of DOPA
One of the top 5 anti-aging substances called Deprenyl which is also called Selegiline, is used to treat Parkinson's disease by increasing DOPA levels (M. Takahashi et al. September 1994). Excess dopamine levels can cause psychoses [Lancet. 1990 Nov 3;336(8723):1129]. Could this then mean that the life extending properties of Deprenyl be due to it allowing the body to produce increased levels of melanin?
Summary, it is very likely the immune system utilizes Melanin as a fuel source for health of the body. Melanin is a little overlooked and under-researched substance because not only is it deceptively simple in the complex world of anti-aging, but because it can be so easily created in the body.
How to Increase Melanin levels Naturally
L-Phenylalanine, L-tyrosine, and L-DOPA are all precursors to the biological pigment melanin. According to nutrition data.com foods highest in Phenylalanine and L-tyrosine include: Fenugreek Seeds, Mustard Seeds, Spearmint, Caraway Seeds, Poppy Seeds, Basil, Fennel, onion and garlic powder and ginger. Therefore a combination of LDOPA enhancing herbs such as Psoralea seeds or Black Cumin Seeds would be a powerful way to increase melanin levels.
Geographic Region, Gamma Rays and Lifespan
So if gamma rays are responsible for longer lifespan, wouldn't regions that are near areas with natural gamma ray deposits, wouldn't the citizens in these regions show a longer then average lifespan? It just so happens that the loma linda community, just outside of los angeles, california boasts a longer then average lifespan.
Potassium and Thorium are rocks that emit gamma rays. Shown below are gamma ray readings for the loma linda region. Loma Linda is situated just below Colton.
Source: USGS Geology
http://mrdata.usgs.gov/geophysics/radiometric.html
So we can see that Loma Linda sits on the "edge" of a region where gamma ray readings are stronger, yet not directly in the center.
Loma Linda also happens to be at the "edge" of a large sandstone deposit as shown below:
Source:
Harvard Lithology
http://worldmap.harvard.edu/maps/USGS-MRData-CONUS
Quote from Wikipedia:
Sometimes non-shales also have elevated levels of gamma radiation. Sandstone can contain uranium mineralization, potassium feldspar, clay filling, or rock fragments that cause it to have higher-than usual gamma readings.
Source: Wikipedia
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gamma_ray_logging
So are Gamma Rays responsible for the long life of people who live in Loma Linda California?
Low Dose Radiation Causes Increased Resistance to Aging and Stregthens the Immune System
Source
Feinendegen LE. Pollycove M. Biologic responses to low doses of ionizing radiation: detriment versus hormesis-part 1 dose responses of cells and tissue. Journal of Nuclear Medicine. Newsline. 42:7:17N-27N. 2001.
Above Graph courtesy of: The Scientific Evidence for Biblical Longevity By: Arnold Mendez
Health and Longevity by Protecting DNA
Additional Studies confirming temporary low dose radiation extends lifespan.
"In Drosophila melanogaster, after exposure to low doses of ionizing radiation, we observed median lifespan increased by 3.4%, the maximum lifespan increased by 4.2%".
Reference
Effect of Low Doses (5-40 cGy) of Gamma-irradiation on Lifespan and Stress-related Genes Expression Profile in Drosophila melanogaster. Svetlana Zhikrevetskaya et al. August 2015.
Source:
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/
"We conclude the moderate life span extensions sometimes observed after irradiation are mediated by a means other than the induction of DNA repair enzymes".
Reference
Radiation effects on life span in Caenorhabditis elegans. Johnson TE1, Hartman PS. Sept 1988
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/
"The lifespan-extending effect of D-GADD45 overexpression was retained after exposure to chronic and acute gamma-irradiation, at doses of 40 сGy and 30 Gy, respectively"
Reference
The role of D-GADD45 in oxidative, thermal and genotoxic stress resistance. A. Moskalev et al. Nove 2012.
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/
"These results suggest low-dose-rate ionizing radiation prolongs the lifespan of mice in certain settings."
Reference
Prolongation of life span in the accelerated aging klotho mouse model, by low-dose-rate continuous γ irradiation. T. Nomura et al. June 2013.
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/
Because this reaction that occurs is partly related to mild radiation, we can examine its effects on DNA by studying how extreme levels of radiation damage to DNA. From this we can get an idea of how the transformation effect of rejuvenation is occurring from low background levels of natural radiation.
Ginkgo
The Ginkgo Tree has shown remarkable adaptability, allowing it to survive since the age of the dinosaurs (fossil records show them living at over 270 million years ago). Ginkgo also happens to enhance the production of melanin in the body. So could the reason Ginkgo extends lifespan, as well as be one of the best memory improvers be attributed to its ability to enhance Melanin production?
A report titled: Ginkgo Biloba for the treatment of vitilgo vulgaris: an open label pilot clinical trial, published in March 2011 by Orest Szczurko and colleagues found Ginkgo to be an effective and cost affordable treatment for Vitilgo by increasing Melanin production in the body.
Source:
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3065445/
Ginkgo and Lifespan
A study titled Ginkgo biloba extract EGb 761 increases stress resistance and extends life span of Caenorhabditis elegans showed it extended the median life span by 25% when tested on animals.
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/12396085
The Ginkgo Tree and its Ability to Withstand High Levels of Radiation
During the atomic bomb blasts in Japan between August 6th and August 9th of 1945, Gingko trees not only survived the blast at ground zero, but fully recovered. Though severely damaged, a number of Ginkgo trees are still very much alive today.
It is my hypothesis is that the radiation from the radioactive fallout was absorbed by the Gingko Trees, which then transformed the radiation. Instead of the radiation remaining dormant in the tree, Gingko's unique ability to transform this radiation, perhaps by its speedy photosyntheis metabolism, made it recover from the radiation that killed almost every living thing at ground zero central.
Could the reason the Ginkgo tree lives so long (fossil records show them living at over 270 million years ago) is due to their ability to transform radiation, including solar radiation and the radiation emitted by the Cygnus Constellation? This would also mean that radiation is the cause of most disease, possibly affecting the DNA in living organisms.
Ginkgo Repairs DNA
DNA is the first substance that becomes damaged by radiation. If excessive radiation causes damage to DNA, wouldn't Ginkgo protect DNA? In a study titled; Ginkgo biloba protects against intermittent hypoxia-induced memory deficits and hippocampal DNA damage in rats, the researchers discovered that Ginkgo protected rats from
neuronal DNA damage possibly by reducing oxidative stress.
Source:
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/22265820
Ginkgo repairs DNA
Ginkgo not protects DNA, but repairs it. A June 2011 study titled: Stimulation of DNA repair in Saccharomyces cerevisiae by Ginkgo biloba leaf extract and conducted by F. Marques and colleagues found that Ginkgo repaired DNA.
Source:
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21419822
Magnetic Fields and UV
When the body's melanin levels are increased to excessive levels, DNA damage occurs when the body is exposed to ultraviolet light (UV). Our sun is the strongest source of UV rays (E. Kvam and R.M. Tyrrell. August 1999).
Source:
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/10469305
So a transformation effect/exercise must occur in order for the beneficial anti-aging, rejuvenation effect to take place. It just so happens that the Emerald Tablets Exercise involves re-alignment of the body's magnetic field. A study published in December 1999 titled: Short-term magnetic field exposures (60 Hz) induce protection against ultraviolet radiation damage, and conducted by A.L. Dicarlo and colleagues concluded that electromagnetic fields protect the body from UV. Electromagnetic fields are related to earth's geomagnetic fields and have similar effects. This could explain the HGH enhancing effects that occur when the HGH Regenerating Exercise is conducted and earth's geomagnetic activity levels are stronger.
Paramagnetic Melanin
Melanin also shows para-magnetic properties. This means when a magnetic field is present, it will align itself with the direction of the magnetic field.
Below is a quote by James L. Oschman.
Above quote courtesy of: Energy Medicine - Elsevieron VitalSource: The Scientific Basis. By James L. Oschman
So in summary, herbs and trees that have the ability to absorb/transform natural healthy levels of background radiation live longer then average lives.
Because photons, when directly observed exhibit a dual particle/waveforms upon being observed, could gamma rays, having hundreds, if not millions of times more energy then photons do have similar effects that express themselves not through mere observation, but through geomagnetism or both?
Article by Scott Rauvers. Founder of the Solar Institute and author of www.ez3dbiz.com
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Gamma radiation fluctuations during alternative healing therapy M.S. Benford et al. July 1999
Augmentation of wound healing by ascorbic acid treatment in mice exposed to gamma-radiation.
G.C. Jagetia et al. May 2004
Low-Dose X-Ray Irradiation Promotes Osteoblast Proliferation, Differentiation and Fracture Healing.
Ming Chen et al. August 2014.
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X. Ran et al. November 2004.
Repair of skin damage during fractionated irradiation with gamma rays and low-LET carbon ions.
K. Ando et al. June 2006
Tissue healing during degradation of a long-lasting bioresorbable gamma-ray-sterilised poly(lactic acid) mesh in the rat: a 12-month study.
R. De Tayrac et al. January 2010
Evaluation of the effect of ascorbic acid treatment on wound healing in mice exposed to different doses of fractionated gamma radiation.
G.C. Jagetia et al. March 2003
Gamma ray treatment enhances bioactivity and osseointegration capability of titanium.
T. Ueno et al. November 2012
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