• Essential Oils to Help You Get Some Rest

    Dr. Joseph Mercola DO - Jul 10th 2025 11:31pm EDT

    STORY AT-A-GLANCE Inhaling specific essential oils before bed helps calm your nervous system, lower stress hormones, and prepare your brain for sleep, without medication Lavender, jasmine, clary sage, and cedarwood have been shown in clinical studies to improve sleep quality, ease anxiety, and reduce the time it takes to fall asleep Your sense of smell […]

  • Midlife Carbohydrate Quality Linked to Healthier Aging in Women

    Dr. Joseph Mercola DO - Jul 9th 2025 11:33pm EDT

    STORY AT-A-GLANCE Women who ate more whole fruits, vegetables, legumes, and whole grains in their 40s and 50s had up to 31% better odds of aging without disease or decline Diets high in white bread, sugary snacks, and processed carbs were linked to significantly worse mental, physical, and metabolic health in older age Eating carbs […]

  • Junk Food Ads Make Kids Eat More Even When No Food Is Shown

    Dr. Joseph Mercola DO - Jul 9th 2025 11:32pm EDT

    STORY AT-A-GLANCE Just five minutes of exposure to junk food branding — including ads that did not show any food — caused children to eat an average of 130 more calories that same day Logos, jingles, and color schemes trigger subconscious food cravings by hijacking children’s natural hunger cues, even when the actual food isn’t […]

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  • Why the Temperature of Your Drinking Water Matters

    Dr. Joseph Mercola DO - Jul 9th 2025 11:31pm EDT

    STORY AT-A-GLANCE Water temperature influences how the body absorbs and responds to fluids, affecting digestion, circulation, hydration rate, and recovery depending on when and how different temperatures are consumed Cold water helps cool the body after exercise, provides a mild metabolic effect, and boosts alertness, but it interferes with digestion and triggers symptoms in sensitive […]

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  • Popular Heartburn Drugs Linked to Heart Attacks

    Dr. Joseph Mercola DO - Jul 8th 2025 11:33pm EDT

    STORY AT-A-GLANCE PPI heartburn drugs have been linked to a 16% higher risk of heart attacks and double the risk of dying from cardiovascular events, even in people with no history of heart disease Contrary to common belief, most reflux is caused by too little stomach acid, not too much, and PPIs worsen this problem […]

  • Popular Heartburn Drugs Linked to Heart Attacks

    Dr. Joseph Mercola DO - Jul 8th 2025 11:33pm EDT

    STORY AT-A-GLANCE PPI heartburn drugs have been linked to a 16% higher risk of heart attacks and double the risk of dying from cardiovascular events, even in people with no history of heart disease Contrary to common belief, most reflux is caused by too little stomach acid, not too much, and PPIs worsen this problem […]

  • Unique Protein Provides Clues on How to Extend Lifespan Through Diet

    Dr. Joseph Mercola DO - Jul 8th 2025 11:32pm EDT

    STORY AT-A-GLANCE A single protein called klotho extended healthy mice lifespan by 20%, while improving muscle strength, bone density, and cognitive function across multiple body systems Klotho functions as a “longevity switch” that naturally declines with age; it’s influenced by lifestyle choices rather than just chronological aging Regular moderate exercise, whole-food diets rich in antioxidants […]

  • Unique Protein Provides Clues on How to Extend Lifespan Through Diet

    Dr. Joseph Mercola DO - Jul 8th 2025 11:32pm EDT

    STORY AT-A-GLANCE A single protein called klotho extended healthy mice lifespan by 20%, while improving muscle strength, bone density, and cognitive function across multiple body systems Klotho functions as a “longevity switch” that naturally declines with age; it’s influenced by lifestyle choices rather than just chronological aging Regular moderate exercise, whole-food diets rich in antioxidants […]

  • The FDA Approved Hundreds of Drugs Without Proof They Work

    Dr. Joseph Mercola DO - Jul 8th 2025 11:31pm EDT

    STORY AT-A-GLANCE Results of a two-year investigation found that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved nearly 75% of new drugs between 2013 and 2022 without meeting its own basic standards Some cancer and Alzheimer’s drugs were fast-tracked using surrogate markers like tumor shrinkage or protein levels, not real improvements in survival, memory, or […]

  • Heavy Metals in Everyday Toothpaste Threaten Your Health

    Dr. Joseph Mercola DO - Jul 7th 2025 11:33pm EDT

    STORY AT-A-GLANCE Independent testing of 51 popular toothpaste brands revealed 90% contained lead, 65% arsenic, 47% mercury, and 35% cadmium. Only six toothpastes tested clean Heavy metals enter toothpaste through contaminated raw materials like hydroxyapatite, calcium carbonate, and bentonite clay used in manufacturing Lead and cadmium disrupt cellular functions, causing kidney damage, osteoporosis, anemia, and […]

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  • Egg Whites Found to Help Lower Blood Pressure

    Dr. Joseph Mercola DO - Jul 7th 2025 11:32pm EDT

    STORY AT-A-GLANCE Egg white proteins naturally lower blood pressure by releasing peptides that relax blood vessels and boost nitric oxide production without pharmaceutical side effects Research shows egg whites reduced systolic blood pressure by 18 points in just nine days by supporting the body’s natural circulation mechanisms Enzyme-treated egg whites maintain blood pressure benefits while […]

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  • ‘Landmark’ Texas Bill Will Require Warning Labels on Processed Foods with Banned Ingredients

    Dr. Joseph Mercola DO - Jul 7th 2025 11:31pm EDT

    STORY AT-A-GLANCE Texas Senate Bill 25 requires processed foods with banned ingredients to display a warning label stating they are “not recommended for human consumption.” It was signed into law by Governor Greg Abbott on June 22, 2025 and takes effect September 1 The law targets 44 harmful ingredients already banned overseas, including artificial dyes, […]

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  • High Levels of Arsenic Discovered in US Rice

    Dr. Joseph Mercola DO - Jul 6th 2025 11:33pm EDT

    STORY AT-A-GLANCE More than 1 in 4 rice products sold in the U.S. now exceed the FDA’s arsenic limit for infant cereal, exposing families to heavy metals that harm brain development, kidneys, and long-term health Brown rice grown in the southeastern U.S. was the most contaminated, while white basmati from India, Thai jasmine and California-grown […]

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  • Overwork Changes Your Brain in Ways That Affect Cognition and Emotional Health

    Dr. Joseph Mercola DO - Jul 6th 2025 11:32pm EDT

    STORY AT-A-GLANCE Working more than 52 hours a week physically alters your brain, affecting regions tied to emotional control, decision-making, and focus Overwork drains your mitochondrial energy, which directly reduces your ability to connect with your intuition, make clear choices, and feel joy Restoring brain health starts with cutting work hours below 50, improving sleep […]

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  • Fed a Lie — The Truth About Seed Oils

    Dr. Joseph Mercola DO - Jul 5th 2025 11:33pm EDT

    STORY AT-A-GLANCE Ultraprocessed vegetable oils have quietly become one of the most dominant and pernicious ingredients in the modern diet. They have driven a dramatic rise in linoleic acid (LA) intake over the past century The documentary, “Fed a Lie: The Truth About Seed Oils,” reveals how marketing, subsidies, and flawed science replaced traditional animal […]

  • What to Do if You Get Diagnosed with an Ovarian Cyst

    Dr. Joseph Mercola DO - Jul 4th 2025 11:33pm EDT

    STORY AT-A-GLANCE Most ovarian cysts are harmless and disappear naturally, but some cause severe complications like rupture or twisting the ovary, requiring emergency surgery Vegetable oils like canola and sunflower act as fake estrogens, damaging ovarian tissue and fueling cyst formation due to linoleic acid content PCOS drives recurring cysts through hormonal chaos, particularly insulin […]

  • What to Do if You Get Diagnosed with an Ovarian Cyst

    Dr. Joseph Mercola DO - Jul 4th 2025 11:33pm EDT

    STORY AT-A-GLANCE Most ovarian cysts are harmless and disappear naturally, but some cause severe complications like rupture or twisting the ovary, requiring emergency surgery Vegetable oils like canola and sunflower act as fake estrogens, damaging ovarian tissue and fueling cyst formation due to linoleic acid content PCOS drives recurring cysts through hormonal chaos, particularly insulin […]

  • What to Eat When You’re Sick to Support Healing and Ease Symptoms

    Dr. Joseph Mercola DO - Jul 4th 2025 11:32pm EDT

    STORY AT-A-GLANCE Different symptoms require specific food strategies: hydration comes first during stomach bugs, bland carbs help with upset stomachs, while warm liquids and fiber aid constipation Bone broth and warm teas help with congestion, while both cold foods and warm soups soothe sore throats. Raw honey acts as a natural cough suppressant Bone broth […]

  • What to Eat When You’re Sick to Support Healing and Ease Symptoms

    Dr. Joseph Mercola DO - Jul 4th 2025 11:32pm EDT

    STORY AT-A-GLANCE Different symptoms require specific food strategies: hydration comes first during stomach bugs, bland carbs help with upset stomachs, while warm liquids and fiber aid constipation Bone broth and warm teas help with congestion, while both cold foods and warm soups soothe sore throats. Raw honey acts as a natural cough suppressant Bone broth […]

  • Bone Medications and Steroids Linked to Increased Risk of Jaw Disease

    Dr. Joseph Mercola DO - Jul 4th 2025 11:31pm EDT

    STORY AT-A-GLANCE Medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw (MRONJ) is a serious condition where jawbone dies and fails to heal, and it’s been linked to common bone drugs like bisphosphonates and denosumab A Finnish study found that people taking denosumab were five times more likely to develop MRONJ than those using bisphosphonates, with cancer patients and […]

  • Bone Medications and Steroids Linked to Increased Risk of Jaw Disease

    Dr. Joseph Mercola DO - Jul 4th 2025 11:31pm EDT

    STORY AT-A-GLANCE Medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw (MRONJ) is a serious condition where jawbone dies and fails to heal, and it’s been linked to common bone drugs like bisphosphonates and denosumab A Finnish study found that people taking denosumab were five times more likely to develop MRONJ than those using bisphosphonates, with cancer patients and […]

  • Tight Hips? Try These Moves to Help

    Dr. Joseph Mercola DO - Jul 3rd 2025 11:33pm EDT

    STORY AT-A-GLANCE Sitting too much makes hips tight, causing knee pain, back problems, and poor balance, but simple exercises help fix these issues Six key moves, like hip circles, knee rotations and bridge lifts, help your hips work properly again and wake up sleeping muscles Using a foam roller on tight muscles before exercises helps […]

  • Unlocking DMSO — The Forgotten Molecule That Makes Drugs Work Better, Safer, and Faster

    Dr. Joseph Mercola DO - Jul 3rd 2025 11:33pm EDT

    By: A Midwestern Doctor STORY AT-A-GLANCE DMSO is an “umbrella remedy” capable of treating a wide range of challenging ailments due to its combination of therapeutic properties (e.g., reducing inflammation, improving circulation, and reviving dying cells) One of DMSO’s unique properties is its ability to enter through the skin and carry anything it dissolves with […]

  • The Best and Worst Way to Remove a Tick

    Dr. Joseph Mercola DO - Jul 3rd 2025 11:32pm EDT

    STORY AT-A-GLANCE The safest way to remove a tick is with fine-tipped tweezers, gripping it close to your skin and pulling upward slowly without twisting or yanking Trying to dig out leftover tick parts causes more harm than good; your body will naturally expel them, similar to how it handles a splinter Using the wrong […]

  • How Dead Hangs Build Stronger Tendons and Unlock Hidden Strength

    Dr. Joseph Mercola DO - Jul 2nd 2025 11:33pm EDT

    STORY AT-A-GLANCE Dead hangs rebuild your tendons and ligaments faster than most workouts, helping prevent injury and improving joint stability with minimal time and equipment Starting with simple bodyweight hangs trains your nervous system to engage stabilizer muscles that improve posture, grip strength and shoulder control Thick bar grips and towel wraps activate more muscles […]