Wellness in the News for January, 2026
Humans are built for nature not modern life
European evolutionary anthropologists argue that technology has developed faster than human biology. Their work proposes that chronic stress and many widespread health concerns stem from a fundamental mismatch between our nature-shaped physiology and the highly industrialized and repressive environment of modern class society.
The role of wellness coaching and bodytrust is to keep us connected to our true natures as much as possible, as we advance into the technological world of the future.
Extending a life with a genetically engineered pig liver
In China, a pig liver with 10 gene edits was able to function in a dying human, marking a significant step toward solving organ shortages. The recipient survived for 171 days. The case also reveals crucial challenges, especially immune and clotting complications, that must be overcome before wider use.
In my opinion, organ transplantation is primitive technology, It will soon be overtaken by genetic engineering of existing organs and tissues IN SITU, with no surgery involved.
A tiny brain chip that streams thoughts in real time
Researchers from the Columbia University School of Engineering and Applied Science have invented a a paper-thin silicon implant that can be inserted through a small opening in the skull and remain stable while capturing detailed neural activity. The information can then be streamed to a computer.
This technology could reshape treatments for epilepsy, paralysis, blindness, and many other brain disorders.
Researchers develop a way to slow aging inside cells
Japanese researchers have found that a small tweak to mitochondrial energy production led to big gains in health and longevity. Mice engineered to boost a protein that helps mitochondria work more efficiently lived longer and showed better metabolism, stronger muscles, and healthier fat tissue. Their cells produced more energy while dialing down oxidative stress and inflammation tied to aging. The results hint that improving cellular power output could help slow the aging process itself.
In the meantime, you can employ wellness principles to achieve the same effect, by changing unhealthy habits into healthy ones.
ADHD drugs work in an unexpected way
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder is a growing epidemic. Researchers from the Washington University in St. Louis have found that commonly prescribed drugs for hyperactive children, such as Ritalin and Adderall, work by mimicking a good night's sleep in the brain. A healthy degree of yin counteracts an unhealthy degree of yang.
A youngster's poor sleeping habits are, in my opinion, a family problem that requires family solutions, not drug addiction.