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After our recent conference and retreat at sea, we were reminded just how meaningful it is to be in-person with our tribe—connecting, learning, relaxing, and simply enjoying time together! Whether you're a practitioner or simply passionate about health and wellbeing, we want you to feel truly welcomed at our 2026 conference. So please, please join us—we’d love to see you there!
– The BRMI Team
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Positive Shifts in Public Health Policy
Dr. James Odell, ND, OMD, LAc
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Welcome to our 51th BRMI E-Journal!
Happy Fourth of July!
There appears to be a growing wave of positive developments in the medical world. Municipalities are beginning to remove fluoride from their water supplies, vaccine schedules are being reevaluated—and in some cases reduced—harmful food dyes are facing bans, and conversations around healthcare freedom are gaining traction.
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Do You Need a Spike Protein Detoxification Protocol?
Dr. James Odell, ND, OMD, LAc
Spike proteins from COVID-19 injections can impact multiple organ systems, prompting urgent need for detox strategies. As awareness grows, so does demand for practical, evidence-based protocols to clear spike protein and support recovery. Here are some of the best protocols out there.
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C15:0: An Emerging Essential Fatty Acid You Need to Know About
Dr. James Odell, ND, OMD, LAc
| Emerging studies indicate that pentadecanoic acid (C15:0), a saturated fat naturally present in dairy products and certain fish, may qualify as an essential fatty acid because of its important role in promoting heart, metabolic, and immune health. Research has linked C15:0 to a variety of health benefits, such as reducing inflammation, supporting liver function, improving insulin sensitivity, and potentially contributing to healthy aging. | | |
You're All Invited! Come Sail With Us March 1 - 8th, 2026
BRMI's Conference/Retreat Cruise | Vitality & Beyond
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Please come join us aboard Celebrity's cruise ship, Beyond!
We’ll depart from Miami for a 7-night Caribbean cruise, visiting St. Kitts, St. Thomas, and the Dominican Republic, March 1 - 8th, 2026.
The three sea days will be for the conference, while the port days will be for exploring and relaxing.
We’ve reserved Aqua Class staterooms with exclusive amenities (includes Wi-Fi, a classic drink package, Thermal Suite access, and exclusive dining at Blu) starting at $2,284.50 per person (based on double occupancy), plus $295 for the conference with promo code BEYOND, before July 18th, 2025.
We know the deadline is early, but cruises fill up fast (the only cruise disadvantage we've been able to find).
We hope you'll consider joining us!
| | | | | DMSO’s history is a fascinating blend of promise, discovery, and ongoing exploration. While it is FDA-approved specifically for the treatment of interstitial cystitis, its well-documented anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties have inspired interest and hopeful research across a wide range of conditions. The growing body of both scientific studies and anecdotal reports points to DMSO’s potential as a versatile, natural agent that may support healing in ways conventional treatments sometimes cannot. | | |
Mice Given Antibiotics More Likely to Die of Influenza
By Jennifer Margulis, PhD
Antibiotics may be deadly for healthy gut bacteria.
A new study suggests that taking antibiotics at the first signs of illness can increase the chances of the flu turning deadly. Mice infected with influenza were three times more likely to die after receiving antibiotics.
Mice not given antibiotics fared much better than the mice taking antibiotics.
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The Growing Concern of Cognitive Dysfunction Syndrome (CDS) in Pets
By Dr. Marlene Siegel DVM
As advancements in veterinary medicine and pet care extend the lifespans of our fur babies, cognitive decline has become an increasingly common issue. Cognitive Dysfunction Syndrome (CDS) in pets, often compared to Alzheimer’s disease in humans, affects a significant portion of aging dogs and cats.
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The Healing Power of Arjuna: Nature’s Answer to Inflammation, Immunity & Heart Health
From supporting heart health to boosting the immune system and reducing inflammation, Arjuna's therapeutic properties are backed by extensive scientific research.
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Book Recommendation | Healing with DMSO
| Healing with DMSO is a concise yet highly informative guide that introduces readers to the therapeutic potential of dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO), a powerful sulfur-based compound derived from wood pulp. In this book, author and natural medicine expert Amandha Vollmer presents DMSO as an incredibly versatile healing agent, capable of addressing a wide variety of ailments—from inflammation and pain to skin conditions and injury recovery. | | | |
Book Recommendation | The Forgotten Home Apothecary
| In The Forgotten Home Apothecary, Dr. Nicole Apelian offers a beautifully organized and accessible guide to natural healing with 250 step-by-step herbal remedies for a wide range of common ailments. Dr. Apelian, a biologist, herbalist, and wilderness survival expert, draws from her personal experience managing multiple sclerosis and surviving 57 days alone in the wild on the History Channel’s Alone. | | | The 60 Minutes segment on DMSO, aired in 1980, explored the controversial use of dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO) as a potential "miracle cure" for a variety of ailments. | | | Jeff Adam returns to expose how the Rockefeller empire transformed natural medicine into a profit-driven pharmaceutical industry. | | | | |
Fix Your Metabolism Before It's Too Late
Prediabetes is not a life sentence—it’s a wake-up call. In this essential episode, we dive into the often-overlooked world of prediabetes, a silent yet widespread condition affecting over 96 million adults in the U.S.
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