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
EP3 Receptors and Smooth Muscle: How the Body Reduces Swelling
EP3 receptors help regulate smooth muscle contraction, fluid movement, and swelling throughout the body. Learn how phospholipid cell membranes, prostaglandin signaling, minerals, and diet influence this system and support circulation, pressure balance, and tissue function.
Aging & Cell Renewal: The Role of Phospholipids
Cells must constantly renew to keep the body functioning at its best. This process depends on phospholipids—essential fats that build and maintain cell membranes. When supply is low, renewal slows, contributing to the gradual decline associated with aging.
The Belly Ritual
A simple nightly ritual: apply Simple Salve across your belly before bed. The abdomen is a busy crossroads of organs, circulation, lymphatics, and digestion. See what consistent care can do for you.
Nutrients of the Estuary
The foods, nutrients, supplements, movement, and daily practices we use to support our health. These are things we actually do, and they’re working for us. We share them because we believe they can help others too.
The Breathing Pumping Belly
The body is not a static system — it is constantly moving, adjusting, and responding. Beneath the surface, the abdomen works as a system of pressure and flow, where breathing, movement, and internal structures help circulate fluids and maintain balance.
The 30-Day Belly Ritual: Using Castor Oil Salve for Comfort, Calm & Circulation
The Belly Button Ritual — A small nightly practice that helps many people sleep deeper, feel less bloated, and wake up lighter.
Membranes Empower Life
Healthy membranes allow life to function smoothly. Discover how fatty acids and lecithin build cell membranes, support lung function, protect tissues, and help maintain balanced energy and renewal.
Gentle Membrane Immunity
How halides—chloride, iodine, bromide, and thiocyanate—support gentle membrane immunity, biofilm control, and balanced surface defense.
Nutrients of the Estuary: Feeding Life
How seaweed, cruciferous vegetables, eggs, and salt restore membrane health, mineral balance, and immune rhythm through estuary-based nutrition.