The VanCoction Journal — Research, Routines & Real-World Results
This is an ongoing record of our work—how the body functions, how we apply that understanding, and what we see in practice. It includes research, routines, observations, and real-world results as they develop. Some entries go deep into structure and function, others show how that plays out in everyday use. Enjoy Exploring.
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Journal Entries — Research, Routines & Observations
The Science of Lacticil
The Science of Lacticil: Discover how lactic acid penetrates and kills harmful microorganisms while supporting the skin’s natural defenses. Explore the science behind Lacticil’s carefully selected ingredients and how they work together to promote healthy skin, maintain an acidic environment, and support a balanced microbiome.
Lactic Acid Bacteria and our Microbiome Gardens
Let Your LAB Gardens Grow: Discover how beneficial Lactic Acid Bacteria (LAB) help nurture and protect the body's natural microbiomes. Explore the fascinating world of friendly microbes and how healthy microbial gardens support skin, digestion, immunity, and the body's natural defenses..
Hummus From Us
More than a recipe, we take a deeper look at why hummus has become one of our favorite everyday foods. Explore how chickpeas, raffinose, folate, tahini, olive oil, garlic, and other simple ingredients can nourish us, feed our intestinal microbiome, and provide a surprisingly satisfying meal.
Moon Lily Soaps
Handmade goat milk soaps with beautiful scents and simple, quality ingredients. Discover why goat milk and its naturally occurring lactic acid may help support the skin’s protective environment and a healthy, balanced microbiome.
Soap Bubbles and Your Body
What can soap bubbles teach us about our bodies? Remarkably, every one of our roughly 30 trillion cells is surrounded by a bubble-like membrane—and the little organelles inside them need membranes too. Discover how the same self-assembling properties that create a soap bubble help make life possible.
Conditions Improved with Vancoction Salves: A Comprehensive List
Explore a comprehensive list of conditions people have used Vancoction Salves for, including pain, swelling, skin problems, joint discomfort, and more.
Riboflavin - The Spark of Life
Riboflavin may fire the spark plugs, but without healthy membranes, your cells lose efficiency. Learn why phospholipids complete the repair.
The Birth of Living Cells
Lightning. Fire. Rust.
These natural processes all move electrons.
Life didn't invent them—it learned how to contain and control them. Discover how membranes and the Electron Transfer Chain made living cells possible.
Summer Body Maintenance: Salve, Sun, Allergies & The Belly Ritual
Summer body maintenance starts with daily habits. Learn how The Belly Ritual, Simple Salve, Pain Free Stuff, phospholipids, and membrane health can help support circulation, skin, digestion, and seasonal comfort.
“Simple Salve - Simply Perfect”
VanCoction Simple Salve blends castor oil and beeswax into a timeless salve inspired by ancient traditions, modern science, and daily body maintenance.
EP4 and Membrane Barrier Protection
EP4 receptors help protect epithelial surfaces by supporting fluid secretion, thin mobile mucus layers, barrier integrity, circulation, and healthy surface hydration across the body.
EP3 Receptors and Histamine: Reducing Irritation Naturally
A chalkboard-style visual guide to EP3 receptors, histamine signaling, membrane stability, and smooth muscle movement. This infographic explores how the body clears swelling and irritation naturally through fluid movement and resolution pathways rather than simply suppressing symptoms.