The Signal with Jonathan Jarecki

Dr. Max Gulhane (MD) is a practising family medicine physician and health-optimising physician with a passion for root-cause analysis of human chronic disease and longevity. We discuss the full solar spectrum and how ultraviolet, visible, blue, red and near-infrared light each affect human physiology, including the POMC pathway, nitric oxide and blood pressure, and the evidence on sunlight, skin cancer and the vitamin D paradox. We discuss how artificial light at night suppresses melatonin and disrupts the circadian control of DNA repair, cardiovascular health, and metabolism. For those interested in light and circadian health, Dr. Gulhane offers a grounded, mechanism-focused framework for aligning daily light exposure with human biology.

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Recommended lectures:
Sunlight & Cancer: Beyond Skin Deep — https://youtu.be/SJGvr6dGOgQ
Artificial Light & Diabetes: No Food Required — https://youtu.be/vgrFpPusSKU
What Your Cardiologist Doesn't Know About Sunlight & Heart Health — https://youtu.be/NaeqPHEM-d0

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00:00 Intro
03:25 Dr. Max Gulhane
04:02 Dr. Gulhane's Love for Science and Medicine
09:01 What is Light?
12:52 Sunlight Broken Down as a Nutrient
14:02 Ultraviolet Light: Sunlight Is More Than Vitamin D
15:56 POMC
21:38 UVA/UVB on Cardiometabolic Health
24:40 Big Picture of UV Light
28:41 Sunlight, Skin Cancer, Dermatology Messaging, The Vitamin D Paradox
35:10 Blue Light, Artificial Light at Night (ALAN), Mechanisms
38:50 Sponsor: Daylight Computer
40:34 ALAN, Epidemiology, Cancer, Heart Disease
45:04 DNA Repair Mechanisms, Circadian Control
47:27 Melanopsin (OPN4), Blue Light, UV Susceptibility
53:25 Red, Infrared, Photobiomodulation, Metabolism
01:00:08 Blue Light, Metabolism, and the Built Environment
01:05:19 Photobiology of Atherosclerosis
01:10:11 Blue Light on Cardiovascular Function
01:12:25 Three M's of Circadian Health
01:18:43 Sunlight, Testosterone, and Reproductive Behavior
01:24:14 Support, YouTube, Spotify & Apple Follow, Reviews & Feedback, Social Media, Substack Newsletter

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In this episode, my guest is Dr. Gerald Pollack, a renowned professor of bioengineering at the University of Washington and founding editor-in-chief of the journal Water. Dr. Pollack is widely recognized for his groundbreaking discoveries in cell biology and water science, particularly his identification of the “fourth phase” of water—also known as EZ (exclusion zone) water. His research offers a radical rethinking of how water functions in biological systems, challenging classical theories. 
Today we explore the foundations of Dr. Pollack’s theory, emphasizing the influential research of the late Gilbert Ling. We begin by examining key topics such as the existence of the cell membrane, evidence challenging ATP as the cell’s energy currency, and the disproofs of the membrane-pump theory. We also question conventional models of the atom and consider how Dr. Pollack’s findings connect to these paradigm shifts. Finally, we discuss the discoveries from Dr. Pollack’s lab and their far-reaching implications for biology and human health.
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Timestamps 
00:00:00 Introduction 
00:00:17 Welcome 
00:02:09 Sponsor: Biojit 
00:03:26 Dr. Gerald Pollack
00:03:47 Love for Science 
00:09:35 Questioning the Textbook and Our Understanding of Water 
00:15:07 Jerry’s Teaching Methods 
00:17:00 Herold Hillman: Does the Cell Membrane Exist?
00:22:13 Gilbert Ling 
00:23:26 Ling’s Theory of Water 
00:26:26 Writing Cells, Gels, and the Engines of Life 
00:27:27 The Association-Induction Hypothesis 
00:30:12 Independent Disproofs Against the Membrane-Pump Theory 
00:31:28 Podolsky & Morales: There is no “High Energy Phosphate Bond” in ATP
00:35:24 ATP as a Cardinal Absorbent 
00:36:12 Ling’s Stacked Dipole Theory and Why it is Not Accurate 
00:40:45 Gilbert Ling’s Inventions, MRI, etc. 
00:41:49 EZ Water Electrical Charge 
00:43:56 EZ Creating a Battery and its Implications for Cellular Energetics 
00:46:02 Infrared Light Powers the Battery 
00:51:12 Arturo Herrera, Human Photosynthesis 
00:54:51 Polywater 
00:57:47 EZ Structure vs. Bulk Water Structure 
01:03:34 Infrared Light’s Role in EZ Formation 
01:04:20 Hydrogen Bonds SImply a Conjecture 
01:05:38 Questioning the Structure of the Atom 
01:16:37 EZ Projection of a Meter Long (39 inch)
01:21:39 Deuterium and Deuterium Depleted Water 
01:23:20 Phase Transitions Within the Cell
01:27:15 Continuous Flow Occurs Through Hydrophilic Tubes Immersed in Water 
01:36:41 The Driver of Blood Circulation Beyond the Heart 
01:42:53 Implications for Human Health 
01:55:42 Kangen Water

In this episode, my guest is Grandmaster Adrian Simon Lowe (LoLo), the living lineage holder of LAMAS QiGong and direct descendent of Su Wu. Now in his 80s, Master Lowe has been practicing Qi Gong for over 70 years. This has earned him the distinction of being the leading authority in this field of Qigong. He is the author of The Stress Elimination Handbook, and has shared his wisdom on some of the world’s largest stages.
Today, we discuss Master Lowe’s upbringing, including his family’s history and childhood experience with Qi Gong. We also cover the key differences between Tai Chi and Qi Gong and the intricacies of LAMAS Qi Gong. Master Lowe showcases his profound intuitive and energetic abilities, sharing compelling stories of their impact in action. Throughout the podcast, he helps us understand what qi is and how it relates to the energetic properties of the human body. We close the episode by talking about science, food, and wisdom. 
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Timestamps: 
00:00:00 Introduction 
00:02:30 Grandmaster Adrian Simon Lowe 
00:03:20 Master Lowe’s Upbringing & family History 
00:06:18 Starting Qi Gong at 6 Years Old & Current Practice 
00:12:05 Learning Qi Gong as a Child 
00:15:47 What is Qi Gong? And the History 
00:20:53 Physical Aspect of Qi Gong 
00:22:12 Electrical Properties of Qi Gong 
00:23:55 Stress is the Genesis of All Disease  
00:26:51 Perverse Qi  
00:28:20 Stress Causes Cellular Wall Dysregulation  
00:36:19 Lo Lo Cleansing Qigong  
00:38:58 Food in Qi Gong Philosophy  
00:39:57 Breathing in Qi Gong Philosophy & Microcosmic Breathing  
00:41:40 Color Visualization During Microcosmic Breathing  
00:43:38 Talking About the Heart  
00:46:42 Combining Breathing with Movement  
00:48:03 Stress  
00:51:01 Can We See Qi?  
00:52:01 Toward Explaining Anomalously Large Body Voltage Surges on Exceptional Subjects  
00:55:29 Retiring From Seeing Clients  
00:57:10 My Family Stories with Master Lowe  
00:59:41 Seeing Qi  
01:01:31 Qi Flows Concentrically  
01:03:01 Moving Slow, Moving Fast, and the Balance  
01:06:26 Master Lowe Seeing Something on My Mom’s Kidneys  
01:08:18 How Electrons and Qi Relate  
01:11:29 Understanding Body Voltage and How It Relates to Qi
01:16:43 Grounding to Increase Electron Flow Into the Body  
01:21:28 Perverse Qi Entering the Body Via Touch  
01:25:24 Chinese Medicine was Right About Biophotons  
01:30:04 Master Lowe's Current Diet  
01:31:32 Anti-Cancer Drink  
01:33:48 Why the Carnivore Diet is of Concern  
01:36:48 Advice to My Generation

In this episode, my guest is Dr. Jack Kruse, a respected neurosurgeon and CEO of the Kruse Longevity Center. Dr. Kruse is a leading voice in the health and wellness space, known for his innovative approach to understanding human biology through the lenses of light, water, and magnetism. His work challenges conventional medical paradigms, providing a fresh perspective on how our environment shapes our health.
 
Today, we discuss Jack’s upbringing–from childhood to academia. We also cover the moment I asked Dr. Andrew Huberman, in front of thousands of people, about his takeaway from the 7-hour-long podcast he was on with Jack and Rick Rubin. We then covered specific questions I had on light, water, and magnetism, highlighting researchers such as Arturo Solís Herrera, Gerald Pollack, and William H. Philpott. 

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Time Stamps: 
00:00 Introduction 
01:50 Jack Kruse & His Upbringing 
03:39 Elementary School Experience 
05:42 Teenage Jack Kruse 
07:52 Journey in Academia 
27:21 Becoming Alpha Jack & Running Naked 
32:55 Growing up as a Catholic & the Belief in God 
34:56 Jack’s Curiosity and Ability to Question 
36:13 Does Jack Believe in God?
37:12 Asking Andrew Huberman about Jack Kruse 
37:22 Jack Asks me My Thoughts on Huberman’s Response 
38:20 Why Andrew Responded the Way He Did 
39:56 Jack on The HubermanLab Podcast 
41:12 Huberman to Leave Stanford 
43:13 MK Ultra 9.0
46:23 Video of Rick, Andrew, & Jack Podcast / Dynamic in the Room 
49:19 Dr. Alexis Cowan 
51:28 The Podcast’s Impact on Me 
53: 26 Rick Rubin’s Goal With The Podcast 
53:52 Light
58:05 ATP
01:00:46 Dr. Alexis Cowan’s Princeton Light Lab (Alexis & Nicole Shanahan Watch This)
01:03:04 Magnetism 
01:07:02 Audience Questions 
01:07:14 The Fabians
01:10:20 The Drones 
01:13:11 Moon Light 
01:14:41 Platypuses Glow Under UV 
01:15:56 Hyperberic Oxygen Therapy / Alternatives 
01:22:52 Buy Floor-Plan to Jack’s House 
1:23:27 Who is Satoshi Nakamoto?
01:24:20 Thank You

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In this episode, my guest is John Galamaga, a licensed massage therapist and certified personal trainer from the Cooper Institute in Dallas. He’s also a Senior Master Instructor in LAMAS QiGong, and a foremost expert in the field of health and wellness with over 40 years of experience. Today we discuss how to leverage movement, nutrition, and other lifestyle factors to enhance your overall health. 
John draws from his extensive experience to share personal stories and setbacks that led him to profound insights. After a health scare during a workout and unsatisfactory answers from his cardiologist, John, 20 years old at the time, sought alternative solutions with an open mind. His journey revealed that the traditional medical approach might not be the best path to a healthier lifestyle.
Building on this, we explore why high-intensity training might not be the optimal route to better health and its effects on mitochondrial function. We then discuss science backed practices that enhance mitochondrial health, which have yet to emerge in the mainstream fitness world.
We also discuss proper stretching techniques, the idea of a “one diet fits all” approach, ancient practices of Qigong and sungazing, electromagnetic therapy, and he challenges common misconceptions within the health space. We close the discussion with actionable steps and key takeaways to help you kickstart and further your health journey.

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Time Stamps:
00:00 Introduction 
03:19 John Galamaga
06:00 Switch to a Plant-Based Diet
08:31 Becoming a Personal Trainer 
09:27 Active Isolated Stretching (AIS)
13:08 Opening a Health Foods Store
15:20 AIS vs. Static Stretching 
19:57 Injury & Surgical Prevention with AIS
21:32 Benefits of QiGong and Improving Qi Flow 
25:37 Fast Movements are Doing More Harm than Good
27:38 Lifelong Endurance Exercise and its Relation with Coronary Atherosclerosis
31:43 QiGong 
34:25 Llamas Qigong
38:41 Viewing the Body as an Electrical Unit, Body Voltage 
41:23 Sungazing 
46:03 Magnet Therapy & William Philpott
49:01 Negative Magnetic Field 
51:36 Does a One Size Fits All Diet Exist? 
54:34 The Culprit: An Acid Diet 
55:29 Can You Strive on an Animal-Based Diet?
57:15 Fruit: a Mold Issue 
59:05 The Organic vs. Non-Organic Debate 
01:02:47 Understanding Gut Health and its Impact on Well-being
01:04:24 Mushrooms: A Double-Edged Sword
01:06:52 Actionable Steps 
01:11:37 Thank You 

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