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  • Ben & Jerry’s — 20 Years of Greenwashing

    Dr. Joseph Mercola DO - Mar 26th 2024 11:31pm EDT

    STORY AT-A-GLANCE Over the last two decades, Ben & Jerry’s has been directly confronted about their failure to live up to their stated missions, yet they have consistently refused to address the concerns brought against them Independent testing reveals traces of glyphosate in 10 out of 11 Ben & Jerry’s ice cream flavors — evidence […]

  • ‘Dissolving Illusions’ 10th Anniversary Edition – Interview with Dr. Suzanne Humphries

    Dr. Joseph Mercola DO - Mar 26th 2024 10:12pm EDT

    In this interview, Dr. Suzanne Humphries discusses the release of the 10th anniversary edition of “Dissolving Illusions: Disease, Vaccines, and the Forgotten History,” one of my favorite books on vaccines, originally published in 2013. I was honored to write the foreword for the update of this classic. The updated and expanded 10th anniversary edition of […]

  • Importance of Intermittent Movement – Interview with Joan Vernikos, Ph.D.

    Dr. Joseph Mercola DO - Mar 26th 2024 1:20am EDT

    2017 Full Interview Getting consistent movement into your daily life is a profoundly powerful intervention for health and longevity. In 2017, I interviewed Joan Vernikos, Ph.D., on this topic. She’s a true pioneer in this field and was one of the first professionals to understand the value and importance of regular movement, not exercise, for […]

  • You Need Carbs to Build Muscle

    Dr. Joseph Mercola DO - Mar 25th 2024 11:33pm EDT

    By: Ashley Armstrong STORY AT-A-GLANCE Without smart exercise and strong metabolic rates, the slow loss of muscle mass starts at age 30. At age 50, muscle mass decreases at an annual rate of 1% to 2%. After age 60, this reduction increases to 3%. By age 75, some individuals have lost approximately half of their […]

  • The Subtle Early Signals of Dementia in Someone You Love

    Dr. Joseph Mercola DO - Mar 25th 2024 11:32pm EDT

    STORY AT-A-GLANCE Before memory and thinking problems become obvious, people with dementia may display changes in mood and behavior In the early stages of the disease, irritability, anxiety or depression may occur Apathy is another common sign, although some people may display more blatant changes like suddenly becoming sexually promiscuous or developing the habit of […]

  • Magnesium Protects Against Stroke, Heart Disease and Diabetes

    Dr. Joseph Mercola DO - Mar 25th 2024 11:31pm EDT

    STORY AT-A-GLANCE People who consume the highest magnesium levels have remarkably lower incidences of coronary heart disease, stroke and Type 2 diabetes, a study reveals Research over several decades pointed to low magnesium as the culprit in atherogenesis and other heart-related issues, but it was ignored while scientists focused on cholesterol and high saturated-fat diets […]

  • Hidden Hazards: Nearly 1,000 Everyday Items Identified as Estrogenic Carcinogens

    Dr. Joseph Mercola DO - Mar 24th 2024 11:33pm EDT

    Download Interview Transcript | Download my FREE Podcast | Video Link STORY AT-A-GLANCE Estrogens are linked to serious health risks, including cancer. The National Institutes of Health added steroidal estrogens used in estrogen replacement therapy and oral contraceptives to its list of known human carcinogens in December 2002 Synthetic estrogen exposure has surged due to […]

  • French Health Agency Names 21 Endocrine Disruptor Health Effects to Watch

    Dr. Joseph Mercola DO - Mar 24th 2024 11:32pm EDT

    STORY AT-A-GLANCE France’s national public health agency, Santé Publique France (SPF), released 21 health effects linked to endocrine-disrupting chemicals that they consider a priority for surveillance A wide range of health effects are potentially linked to endocrine disruptors, such as neurodevelopment disorders, metabolic diseases, immune function disorders and thyroid disorders Among the 21 health effects […]

  • Wallpaper Can Be a Source of Toxic Mold

    Dr. Joseph Mercola DO - Mar 24th 2024 11:31pm EDT

    STORY AT-A-GLANCE An estimated 40% of American buildings, including at least 25% or more of all homes, are believed to be affected by toxic mold that can cause serious health problems Poor construction and water intrusion are common sources of microbial growth. Researchers are now warning that wallpaper can be a significant source of fungi […]

  • Exploring the Biological Variables That Promote Mental Health

    Dr. Joseph Mercola DO - Mar 23rd 2024 11:33pm EDT

    Download Interview Transcript | Download my FREE Podcast | Video Link STORY AT-A-GLANCE There’s a strong connection between your body’s ability to create cellular energy and your mental and emotional health. When cellular energy production decreases, you have less energy overall, including for brain processing Seed oils and processed foods are rich in linoleic acid […]

  • Critical Vaccine Studies: 400 Vital Scientific Papers Parents and Pediatricians Need To Be Aware Of

    Dr. Joseph Mercola DO - Mar 23rd 2024 11:31pm EDT

    Download Interview Transcript | Download my FREE Podcast | Video Link STORY AT-A-GLANCE Comparing vaccination rates in 34 developed nations revealed a significant correlation between infant mortality rates and the number of vaccine doses infants receive. The U.S. requires the most vaccines and has the highest infant mortality Research shows the more vaccines an infant […]

  • Shadowgate Documentary

    Dr. Joseph Mercola DO - Mar 22nd 2024 11:33pm EDT

    STORY AT-A-GLANCE “Shadowgate” reveals how a “shadow government” is manipulating society from behind the scenes and using psychological warfare tactics against the American public Democrats and Republicans are equally guilty of covering up an even bigger scandal than the fact that Obama’s administration illegally spied on and tried to frame President Trump and others using […]

  • 6 Healthy Lifestyle Habits That May Help Slow Memory Decline

    Dr. Joseph Mercola DO - Mar 22nd 2024 11:32pm EDT

    STORY AT-A-GLANCE Some people notice changes in memory as they get older, which one study suggests you can influence by making lifestyle changes in diet, exercise, smoking, alcohol consumption, cognitive activity and social contact Each factor was categorized, and statistical analysis of the raw data demonstrated that each of the individual behaviors was associated with […]

  • Probiotics Offer Powerful Protection Against Sepsis in Infants

    Dr. Joseph Mercola DO - Mar 22nd 2024 11:31pm EDT

    STORY AT-A-GLANCE Each year, an estimated 1 million Americans get sepsis and up to half die. Worldwide, an estimated 600,000 infants die from sepsis, primarily in developing countries Feeding newborns probiotics (healthy bacteria) for one week lowered the risk of sepsis and death by 40%, from 9% to 5.4%. Other common infections were also reduced […]

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  • Endurance Exercise Causes Hyper-Cortisol State

    Dr. Joseph Mercola DO - Mar 21st 2024 11:33pm EDT

    STORY AT-A-GLANCE Cortisol, known as a stress hormone, plays a vital role in our health but can lead to severe health issues like muscle breakdown, inflammation, and impaired immune function when chronically elevated. Understanding cortisol’s dual feedback mechanisms in the brain and body is essential Long-duration, high-intensity exercises like long-distance running can inadvertently increase the […]

  • Can the Way You Breathe Affect How You Remember Things?

    Dr. Joseph Mercola DO - Mar 21st 2024 11:32pm EDT

    STORY AT-A-GLANCE The way you breathe affects how you memorize facts, according to a study published in Nature Communications Cognitive changes, including attention deficit, difficulty learning, poor memory and brain fog, are common symptoms of low CO2 caused by overbreathing Brain changes, in turn, tend to trigger disinhibition where emotions — oftentimes anger or fear […]

  • Prunes or Plums — Which Has More Benefits?

    Dr. Joseph Mercola DO - Mar 21st 2024 11:31pm EDT

    STORY AT-A-GLANCE Once known as prunes, dried plums are now the more palatable name for the fruit that, whether fresh or dried, contains numerous compounds that impart amazing health advantages Studies show that a single serving or about five dried plums may help prevent bone loss in older, osteopenic postmenopausal women Plums are loaded with […]

  • Exploring the Biological Variables That Promote Mental Health – Dr. Axe Interviews Dr. Mercola

    Dr. Joseph Mercola DO - Mar 21st 2024 9:27pm EDT

    I recently had the pleasure of being interviewed by Dr. Josh Axe on the Ancient Health Podcast (video above). The focus of the interview is the link between emotional wellbeing and physical health. As noted by Axe, the mental health of Americans has nosedived over the past five years, and while there are many contributors […]

  • Dr. Price’s Remedy for Acute and Chronic Conditions

    Dr. Joseph Mercola DO - Mar 20th 2024 11:33pm EDT

    By: Sally Fallon Morell STORY AT-A-GLANCE Activator X is a fat-soluble vitamin Dr. Weston A. Price discovered in butter (especially butter from cows eating rapidly growing green grass), fish eggs and the organs and fats of animals Price found that a combination of cod liver oil and high-vitamin butter oil (which contains activator X) was […]

  • Study Links Picking Your Nose to Alzheimer’s Disease

    Dr. Joseph Mercola DO - Mar 20th 2024 11:32pm EDT

    STORY AT-A-GLANCE Chronic neuroinflammation may trigger the development of amyloid plaques associated with Alzheimer’s disease, and neuroinflammation may be linked to nose picking Other reasons to keep your finger out of your nose include avoiding spreading infection to others, such as asymptomatic colonization with Staphylococcus aureus that may lead to opportunistic infections. Changes in the […]

  • Skyrocketing Male Infertility May Threaten Mankind’s Survival

    Dr. Joseph Mercola DO - Mar 20th 2024 11:31pm EDT

    STORY AT-A-GLANCE According to the largest meta-analysis of its kind, sperm counts around the world declined by more than 50%, to 47 million sperm per mL, between 1973 and 2013, and continue to dwindle The most significant declines were found in samples from men in North America, Europe, Australia and New Zealand, where many had […]

  • Goodbye Google

    Dr. Joseph Mercola DO - Mar 19th 2024 11:33pm EDT

    STORY AT-A-GLANCE In early April 2020, Mercola.com purposely blocked Google from indexing our articles and breaking news blog posts I encourage you to search every site’s privacy policy page to see if they use Google Analytics or Google Ad programs, and if they do, encourage them to stop Nearly every non-major website is using Google’s […]

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  • The 20-5-3 Nature Prescription: How Much Time Should You Be Outside?

    Dr. Joseph Mercola DO - Mar 19th 2024 11:32pm EDT

    STORY AT-A-GLANCE The 20-5-3 nature prescription describes how much time you spend outdoors to be happy and healthy At the bottom of the pyramid is 20 minutes: This is the amount of time you should aim to spend outdoors three times a week to boost memory, cognitive function and well-being The next part of the […]

  • Stay Away From This Brand of Organic Dairy

    Dr. Joseph Mercola DO - Mar 19th 2024 11:31pm EDT

    STORY AT-A-GLANCE Some organic dairies are nothing more than CAFOs in disguise, selling higher-priced milk that is scarcely different from conventional CAFO dairy Aurora Organic Dairy in Colorado keeps 15,000 cows that are supposed to have access to pasture for the entire grazing season, but a Washington Post investigation revealed 90% were kept on feedlots, […]

  • Creating an Appreciation for Organic Farming – Interview with Will Allen and Ronnie Cummins

    Dr. Joseph Mercola DO - Mar 19th 2024 7:27pm EDT

    2014 Interview Natural health expert and Mercola.com founder Dr. Joseph Mercola interviews Will Allen of Cedar Circle Farm and Ronnie Cummins of Organic Consumers Association about organic farming. Subscribe for FREE to the latest health news: https://bit.ly/3nuOvoP Website: https://bit.ly/3zhdkau Podcast: https://bit.ly/3zeWk4x Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/doctor.health/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drmercola Twitter: https://twitter.com/mercola Telegram: https://t.me/DoctorMercola Truth: https://truthsocial.com/@Mercola Gab: https://gab.com/Mercola Gettr: https://gettr.com/user/mercola […]