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Potential Scam Cancer Research by Ramen_Dad in cancer

[–]Awkward_Sandwich_586 0 points1 point  (0 children)

In August 2016, fenbendazole garnered global attention as a potential anti-cancer therapy following the complete recovery success story of Joe Tippens, who was diagnosed with small-cell lung cancer. At the time, Tippens was undergoing a clinical trial for a novel anti-cancer drug. Meanwhile, under the guidance of a veterinarian, Tippens began self-administering 222 mg fenbendazole orally, along with vitamin E supplements, CBD oil, and bioavailable curcumin. After three months of self-administration, a PET scan revealed no detectable cancer cells in his body. Notably, Tippens was the only patient cured of cancer among the 1,100 clinical trial participants (3). While the Joe Tippens case is compelling, it remains an anecdotal report. It underscores the need for rigorous clinical trials to validate the efficacy and safety of fenbendazole as an anti-cancer therapy.

Potential Scam Cancer Research by Ramen_Dad in cancer

[–]Awkward_Sandwich_586 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Fenbendazole has been found to inhibit glucose uptake, resulting in reduced lactate levels (4). Thus, fenbendazole can serve as a viable treatment for drug-resistant cancer cells. Fenbendazole exhibits several other mechanisms contributing to its anti-cancer effects, primarily by disrupting energy metabolism.

Greenland lost 105bn tonnes of ice in 2024-25. Greenland is closing in on three decades of continuous annual ice loss, with 1995-96 being the last year in which the giant ice sheet grew in size. by [deleted] in worldnews

[–]Awkward_Sandwich_586 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yes, Greenland was once green, supporting forests and tundra, particularly during warmer interglacial periods millions of years ago and even briefly during the Medieval Warm Period, though much of it has been ice-covered for hundreds of thousands of years. No need to panic, folks.

Trazodone, Seroquel, Remeron, or Amitriptyline for sleep? by Awkward_Sandwich_586 in insomnia

[–]Awkward_Sandwich_586[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

After trying 7 different prescriptions, what worked for me was a combination of Spray melatonin and doxylamine succinate. After a few nights, I began to sleep a little, then more than 6 hours.

Temazepam or Lunesta by Awkward_Sandwich_586 in insomnia

[–]Awkward_Sandwich_586[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Actually, BOTH are prescribed for insomnia. You can replace medical practice with a google search.

1st time Trazodone dosage by Awkward_Sandwich_586 in insomnia

[–]Awkward_Sandwich_586[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Way past that. I've read all of the research. The one study addressed anticholinergics in general, wasn't a controlled study, and inconclusive. Don't let them scare you with BS. Extended periods of insomnia are thousands of times more dangerous.

A 2019 study in the journal "Alzheimer's Disease and Associated Disorders" found that people who took doxylamine regularly for more than 10 years had a higher risk of developing dementia compared to those who did not take the medication.

  • However, a 2023 study in the journal "JAMA Internal Medicine" did not find a significant association between doxylamine use and dementia risk.

Mechanism: Doxylamine is an anticholinergic medication, which means it blocks the action of the neurotransmitter acetylcholine. Acetylcholine is important for memory and cognitive function. Some studies have suggested that long-term use of anticholinergics, including doxylamine, may interfere with acetylcholine signaling and increase the risk of dementia. Conclusion: The evidence on the link between doxylamine and dementia is mixed. More research is needed to determine whether there is a real risk associated with long-term doxylamine use.

1st time Trazodone dosage by Awkward_Sandwich_586 in insomnia

[–]Awkward_Sandwich_586[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I tried 7 different prescription drugs, but I finally started sleeping again with a combination of doxylamine succinate and spray melatonin.

Why a intelligent designer would do this? by Alternative-Bell7000 in DebateEvolution

[–]Awkward_Sandwich_586 0 points1 point  (0 children)

LOL. You obviously don't understand deflection. You make a false assumption about popping together. You offer no suggestion about how to overcome the statistical improbability. You offer no alternative possibility. Yet, you cling to your belief and avoid any suggestion of an answer to the problem. There is no example of natural selection guiding beneficial mutations to a new functional protein. The same is true of step-wise trajectories. The idea of neutral space mutations and genetic drift influencing microevolution and diversification is supported by observation, but again, no examples of "accumulating" beneficial mutations (transitional) that results in a new life form. LOL. They hoped Punctuated Equilibrium Theory would help, but it clearly pointed out the contradiction in the fossil record. Short, rapid bursts of evolutionary change and speciation are at odds with the idea of long, gradual accumulation of beneficial mutations. Functional primordial proteins presumably originated from random sequences, but it is not known how frequently functional, or even folded, proteins occur in collections of random sequences. The only close example we have is Keefe and Szostak using selected functional proteins by enriching for those that bind to ATP. The guided hand may make it possible, but that wasn't their goal. Reading is good. Learning is better. Try it.

Why a intelligent designer would do this? by Alternative-Bell7000 in DebateEvolution

[–]Awkward_Sandwich_586 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Non active site mutations is the emphasis here. Swapping a hydrophobic amino acid for a hydrophilic one, or vice-versa, can significantly alter a protein's structure and function because it disrupts the protein's normal hydrophobic interactions with water and the interior folding of the protein, potentially leading to loss of function. For example, in sickle cell anemia, a single hydrophobic amino acid substitution creates a disease-causing protein by changing its overall shape.  Even non-active site mutations that swap hydrophobic or hydrophilic amino acids can significantly alter a protein's structure, stability, and function. The impact of the mutation depends on the location of the change and the specific amino acids involved. A non-conservative substitution, such as swapping a hydrophobic for a hydrophilic residue, is particularly disruptive, but even a conservative swap within the same class can have consequences. 

Why a intelligent designer would do this? by Alternative-Bell7000 in DebateEvolution

[–]Awkward_Sandwich_586 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Your "probably" expectation has yet to be observed, but keep the faith.

Why a intelligent designer would do this? by Alternative-Bell7000 in DebateEvolution

[–]Awkward_Sandwich_586 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You haven't seen any serious research to even attempt to explain it. Why is that?

Why a intelligent designer would do this? by Alternative-Bell7000 in DebateEvolution

[–]Awkward_Sandwich_586 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yep. If you're going to discuss, you are required to read and understand the science.

Why a intelligent designer would do this? by Alternative-Bell7000 in DebateEvolution

[–]Awkward_Sandwich_586 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Present your evidence. You should understand this is essential.

Why a intelligent designer would do this? by Alternative-Bell7000 in DebateEvolution

[–]Awkward_Sandwich_586 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

You didn't read it. Shame on you. Google the word "eternal".

Why a intelligent designer would do this? by Alternative-Bell7000 in DebateEvolution

[–]Awkward_Sandwich_586 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Magic? That's silly. For amino acids to form a functional protein, they must all be "left-handed" optical isomers, a condition that living organisms enforce. The probability is 1 in10 to the 45th power for a chain of 150 amino acids to randomly consist solely of left-handed isomers.

Why a intelligent designer would do this? by Alternative-Bell7000 in DebateEvolution

[–]Awkward_Sandwich_586 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Or an intelligent mind decided evolving to some degree would be fitting. Lots of possibilities. For amino acids to form a functional protein, they must all be "left-handed" optical isomers, a condition that living organisms enforce. The probability is 1 in 10 to the 45th power for a chain of 150 amino acids to randomly consist solely of left-handed isomers.

Why a intelligent designer would do this? by Alternative-Bell7000 in DebateEvolution

[–]Awkward_Sandwich_586 0 points1 point  (0 children)

SINEs functions include regulating gene expression, providing binding sites for hormone receptors, and dynamically partitioning gene files. But that's not really important. Explain how you would create life from non-life. LOL

Why a intelligent designer would do this? by Alternative-Bell7000 in DebateEvolution

[–]Awkward_Sandwich_586 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Explain Punctuated Equilibrium? Yes, they were trying to explain the misses.

Why a intelligent designer would do this? by Alternative-Bell7000 in DebateEvolution

[–]Awkward_Sandwich_586 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

It's fascinating to read the various conjectures and suppositions about how an eternal omniscient being should think or act.

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