September 1, 2026 | Issue 58 | | |
"Like the earth returning to balance with each season, the body is always seeking harmony. Self-regulation begins when we become still enough to hear the body, grounded enough to honor its wisdom, and courageous enough to release what no longer serves us."
Welcome back! Pour a cup, get comfortable, and take your time with this edition — we hope it offers something to feed your curiosity and support how you care for yourself.
– The BRMI Team
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Welcome to Our 58th BRMI E-Journal!
The Wisdom of Late Summer
In traditional Chinese medicine, there are five seasons—spring, summer, late summer, fall, and winter. Late summer, or “second summer,” begins in mid-August and winds down with the Autumn Equinox on September 22. It is a season of grounding, nurturing, and reflection, rooted in the Earth element, which is associated with the spleen, stomach, and digestion. Harmonizing digestion during this time can support well-being, making late summer an especially good time to pay attention to food choices and nurture the intestinal microbiome.
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Sperm Counts Are Falling. What’s Behind the Decline?
James Odell, ND, OMD, LAc
| Oligospermia is the term used for low sperm count, or less than 15 million sperm per mL of ejaculate. The recognition of declining sperm counts began with the seminal work of Carlsen and colleagues in 1992, who reported a nearly 50% decrease in mean sperm concentration from 113 million/mL in 1940 to 66 million/mL in 1990 based on a systematic review of 61 studies. |
We Have A New BRMI
Website Tab: DENTISTRY!
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Biological Regulatory Dentistry: Where Oral Health Meets Whole-Body Health
Biological Regulatory Dentistry views the mouth as far more than a collection of teeth—it is an integral part of the body's interconnected regulatory network. Every tooth exists within a complex web of nerves, blood vessels, fascia, lymphatics, the oral microbiome, and, in traditional systems such as Traditional Chinese Medicine, energetic meridians that are believed to correspond with specific organs and glands. Whether examined through modern physiology or longstanding healing traditions, the health of the mouth can profoundly influence the health of the entire body.
Rather than simply treating diseased teeth, Biological Regulatory Dentistry seeks to restore balance using biocompatible, mercury-free materials, minimally invasive techniques, and therapies that support the body's natural capacity for regulation, adaptation, and healing.
| | Ferris Bueller took just one day off—and it changed everything. Now imagine what 7 days at sea could do!
Come sail with us! March 28th—April 4, 2027 | |
Join us aboard Celebrity's cruise ship, Summit!
We’ll set sail from Tampa on a 7-night Western Caribbean cruise, with stops in Cozumel, Belize City, and Costa Maya.
This unique conference in the Western Caribbean Sea explores Bioregulatory Medicine approaches to restore balance and resilience in the mind and body—from cell to biofield.
Join our amazing line-up of speakers including Dr. James Odell, Dr. Tia Trivisonno, Dr. Lee Merritt, Dr. Jess Peatross, Dr. Michelle Perro, Mary Holland, JD, Mary Coyle, DIHom, Aleena Kanner, MS, MAT, ATC, and Elyse Shunkewitz, LCSW.
Our sea days will be dedicated to the conference—an opportunity to expand knowledge, connect, and network—while port days are yours to explore, unwind, and enjoy.
We’ve secured Aqua Class staterooms featuring exclusive amenities, including Wi-Fi, a classic drink package, Canyon Ranch Spa access, and private dining at Blu. The rate is $2,234.93 per person (double occupancy), inclusive of taxes, fees, and port expenses—plus the conference registration is just $320 (with code: BRMI).
We also have other more affordable staterooms!
“Life moves pretty fast. If you don’t stop and look around once in a while, you could miss it.”
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On False Hope
Jennifer Margulis, PhD
It’s common for allopathic medical doctors to insist that it’s wrong or bad to give their patients, especially people like me who are fighting extremely rare and difficult-to-clear cancers, “false hope.”
They then use their stated or unconscious fear of giving patients “false hope” to justify not using an off-label treatment, not trying something different if the treatment the patient is receiving isn’t working, or to dismiss a patient’s lived experience.
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The Hidden Epidemic in Your Pet's Mouth
Marlene Siegel, DVM
Bad breath is usually the first thing pet parents notice. It's rarely the first thing that's actually wrong.
By the time an owner catches a whiff of something off, or notices their dog turning away from the food bowl, or spots a swelling along the cheek, periodontal disease has often been progressing quietly for months or years, hidden beneath the gumline where no amount of visual inspection would catch it.
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UNPLUG: A Radiologist Explores the Damage Caused by Electropollution and How You Can Prevent It
Author: Dr. Rob Brown
| Dr. Brown, gives us the scary details of how modern technological conveniences like mobile phones, microwave ovens, and computers, are causing oxidative stress in our cells, and what we can do to protect ourselves. | | |
The Outsider: A Personal Odyssey into the Essence of Cancer
Author: David William Rasnick, PhD
| In The Outsider, biochemist David William Rasnick asks readers to reconsider not only what cancer is, but how scientific consensus forms and what happens to researchers who question it. | | |
The Healing Power of
Forest Bathing
| Research suggests that spending time in forests may help reduce stress and cortisol levels, lower blood pressure and heart rate, improve mood, and restore attention and mental energy. Some studies have also found changes in immune activity following time spent in forest environments. | | | Calf Raises After Meals: A Simple Way to Support Healthy Blood Sugar | A 2022 study revealed that soleus push-ups significantly reduced post-meal glucose and insulin responses compared with sitting still. A prediabetes study reported an approximately 32% reduction in postprandial glucose exposure during an oral glucose tolerance test. | | |
Alpha-Gal Syndrome: When a Bug Bite Turns You
Allergic to Meat
Inspired by a suggestion following last month’s E-Journal article on Alpha-gal syndrome, we are pleased to revisit this important topic in podcast form in this month’s issue—making the conversation accessible to an even wider audience.
Alpha-gal is a uniquely misunderstood, often life-altering allergy: triggered by a tick bite, delayed for hours after eating, and capable of turning familiar foods such as red meat into a serious medical risk.
In this episode, we explore the science behind this immune response, the challenges of diagnosis and conventional care, promising integrative approaches including an emerging acupuncture protocol, and practical strategies for immune resilience and tick prevention. For anyone who spends time outdoors, or knows someone facing unexplained reactions after meals, this is a conversation well worth hearing.
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