• How to Prevent and Treat Bunions

    Dr. Joseph Mercola DO - May 30th 2024 11:33pm EDT

    STORY AT-A-GLANCE Bunions, medically known as hallux valgus, are bony bumps that form on the joint at the base of your big toe Wearing shoes that don’t fit properly, or those that aren’t designed with foot health in mind, can take a toll on your feet and contribute to bunion development Arch support is important […]

  • Higher Taurine Intake Correlates With Some Measures of Strength in Middle Age

    Dr. Joseph Mercola DO - May 30th 2024 11:32pm EDT

    STORY AT-A-GLANCE Taurine is an amino acid found in animal foods such as seafood, grass fed red meat, dairy products and pastured eggs Taurine is considered a “conditionally essential,” or semi-essential, amino acid because, while your body can naturally produce it, supplementation might be necessary under certain conditions Research involving Japanese adults suggests higher taurine […]

  • Get the Most From Your Green Tea

    Dr. Joseph Mercola DO - May 30th 2024 11:31pm EDT

    STORY AT-A-GLANCE Green tea contains incredibly potent antioxidants, including the most prevalent and powerful catechin known as epigallocatechin-3-gallate (EGCG) Studies show green tea consumption improves brain function, as well as staves off cognitive disorders such as Alzheimer’s, helps prevent dental cavities, fights inflammatory disease such as arthritis and even combats several cancers How tea leaves […]

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  • Proteins, Fats and Carbs: Basics of Nutritional Biochemistry 101

    Dr. Joseph Mercola DO - May 29th 2024 11:33pm EDT

    STORY AT-A-GLANCE Macronutrients are the primary components of your diet that give you energy; they consist of proteins, fats and carbohydrates, each of which serves unique functions in your body Proteins are essential for building and repairing tissues, including muscles and organs; they also play crucial roles in the functioning of enzymes, hormones and immune […]

  • Seaweed Is the Next Trendy Superfood

    Dr. Joseph Mercola DO - May 29th 2024 11:32pm EDT

    STORY AT-A-GLANCE Westerners are catching up and taking notice of kelp, hailing it as the next superfood Fucoidans, a powerful polysaccharide found in kelp and some types of seaweed, has been identified to provide anti-aging and immune-boosting effects The potent antiviral properties of seaweeds were also proven by several studies. One study found that seaweed […]

  • One-Third of Your Pillow Weight May Be Dust Mites and Bug Droppings

    Dr. Joseph Mercola DO - May 29th 2024 11:31pm EDT

    STORY AT-A-GLANCE Dust mites are curious little creatures that live off your dead skin cells and are responsible for allergic reactions in at least 10% of the population Mites and their droppings are not the only hazards residing in your pillows; you may be spending up to one-third of your life breathing fire-retardant chemicals used […]

  • Common Signs of Vitamin B1 Deficiency

    Dr. Joseph Mercola DO - May 28th 2024 11:34pm EDT

    STORY AT-A-GLANCE Thiamine, also known as vitamin B1, is an essential vitamin that your body cannot produce and must be obtained from diet or supplements Thiamine plays a crucial role in energy production by metabolizing glucose and is vital for nerve health and cognitive function It also aids in heart function by producing the neurotransmitter […]

  • Five Ways to Complete the Stress Cycle and Avoid Burnout

    Dr. Joseph Mercola DO - May 28th 2024 11:32pm EDT

    STORY AT-A-GLANCE The fight-or-flight response to stress produces physiological changes that can take a toll on your health. Far too many Americans are locked in a perpetual stress cycle The fight or flight response is associated with increased levels of adrenaline and cortisol, making it crucial to break out of the stress cycle High cortisol […]

  • How BPA and BPS Are Making People Sick

    Dr. Joseph Mercola DO - May 28th 2024 11:31pm EDT

    STORY AT-A-GLANCE BPA and BPS are endocrine-disrupting chemicals, responsible for hypertension, structural changes to your brain, pre-term birth and diabetes; research shows both are able to cross the placental barrier Chemicals used to replace BPA carry the same risks to your health as they are nearly identical, increasing health care costs and obesity rates While […]

  • How to Protect Yourself From Tick-Borne Diseases

    Dr. Joseph Mercola DO - May 27th 2024 11:33pm EDT

    STORY AT-A-GLANCE The prevalence of Lyme disease was reported to be 70% higher in 2022 than the annual U.S. average from 2017 to 2019, primarily due to changes in case reporting standards in high-incidence jurisdictions. High-incidence areas now report Lyme disease cases based on laboratory evidence alone, potentially inflating statistics due to eliminated requirements for […]

  • Junk Food Diet in Teens Can Lead to Poor Memory

    Dr. Joseph Mercola DO - May 27th 2024 11:32pm EDT

    STORY AT-A-GLANCE A study conducted by researchers from the University of Southern California found that consuming junk food during adolescence can lead to long-term memory impairment in adulthood The neurotransmitter acetylcholine plays a role, as it is crucial to memory, as well as other brain functions like attention and learning Consuming junk food can also […]

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  • Why Chili Peppers and Spicy Foods Trigger Hiccups

    Dr. Joseph Mercola DO - May 27th 2024 11:31pm EDT

    STORY AT-A-GLANCE There are specific health benefits to spicy foods that range from helping your body fight some cancers, to reducing mucus production in your lungs and helping to prevent emphysema The chemical compound in spicy chili peppers may trigger hiccups by irritating the nerves that innervate your diaphragm or by being sprayed during chewing […]

  • Researchers Call for Urgent Action to Address Mass Contamination of Blood Supply

    Dr. Joseph Mercola DO - May 26th 2024 11:33pm EDT

    STORY AT-A-GLANCE Japanese researchers warn of the risks of using blood from mRNA COVID vaccine recipients, highlighting potential deadly effects and the need for urgent action to secure the global blood supply Blood contaminated with prion-like structures from the spike protein raises the risk of inducing fatal neurodegenerative diseases in recipients. The potential transmission of […]

  • How Harnessing Your Dreams Can Lead to Better Sleep, Creativity and Memory

    Dr. Joseph Mercola DO - May 26th 2024 11:32pm EDT

    STORY AT-A-GLANCE The Cognitive Neuroscience Society (CNS) held its annual meeting in mid-April 2024. One of the key discussions is how dreams can affect our lives and health Presenters at the symposium talked about dreams’ positive impacts, such as enhancing creativity, promoting better sleep and boosting memory Lucid dreaming allows you to be in control […]

  • Common Cleaning Products May Increase Your Risk of Lung Disease

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

    STORY AT-A-GLANCE Advertising may promise products are 99.9% effective against bacteria, make your appliances shine or give your laundry a clean, fresh scent; unfortunately, they may be using chemicals linked to dangerous health conditions and unregulated by the FDA Research finds a link between health care workers using chemical cleaners once weekly and an increased […]

  • Transforming Health — How to Navigate Reductive Stress and the Metabolic Impact of Dietary Fats

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

    Download Interview Transcript | Download my FREE Podcast STORY AT-A-GLANCE Reductive stress, caused by an excess of electrons in the electron transport chain, decreases metabolism and leads to degenerative diseases Dietary fats, particularly the balance of saturated and unsaturated, have a direct influence on your metabolic rate and health Desaturase enzymes, which are affected by […]

  • ‘We’re All Plastic People Now’: A Groundbreaking Documentary

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

    STORY AT-A-GLANCE The documentary film “We’re All Plastic People Now” delves into how we have become the embodiment of the trash we created. Director Rory Fielding had four generations of his family’s blood tested for plastic-derived chemicals and found alarming results Many of the chemicals used to make plastic are endocrine disruptors, which mimic, block […]

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  • 97% of Countries Will Soon Be Unable to Sustain Populations as Fertility Rates Drop

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

    STORY AT-A-GLANCE A report published in The Lancet predicts that by 2100, the global infertility problem will be so severe that 97% of countries will be unable to sustain their populations. According to the World Health Organization, 1 in 6 people globally are now infertile Exposure to electromagnetic fields (EMFs) and radiofrequency radiation may be […]

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  • Is Horseradish Nature’s Best Antibiotic?

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

    STORY AT-A-GLANCE Used as a medieval medicine as well as a popular condiment on beef, horseradish has a long list of compounds that can help fight and even lower the risk of disease Respiratory ailments, from colds to pneumonia, can be alleviated using horseradish, and research shows it can also help treat urinary tract infections, […]

  • Exercise Protects Against Heart Disease by Lowering Stress

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

    STORY AT-A-GLANCE A reduction in stress-related brain activity may be behind some of exercise’s heart health benefits People with higher levels of physical activity had lower stress-related activity in the brain and a 23% lower risk of developing cardiovascular disease compared to those who didn’t exercise regularly Stress signals in the brain are linked to […]

  • The Influence of Gratitude Practices on Physical Pain

    Dr. Joseph Mercola DO - May 23rd 2024 11:32pm EDT

    STORY AT-A-GLANCE Often perceived as a simple feeling of thankfulness, gratitude can be a free, powerful tool for pain management, as well as for boosting Joy and improving your overall well-being Robert Emmons, one of the leading scientific experts on gratitude, notes that people who keep gratitude journals are less bothered by everyday aches and […]

  • The Shocking Environmental and Human Health Impacts of Fabric and Leather Industries

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

    STORY AT-A-GLANCE Each year, an estimated 80 billion garments are sold worldwide, and each year, Americans alone throw away 15 million tons of clothing — most of it having been worn just a few times The “disposable clothing” trend completely disregards the toxic toll each garment takes on environmental and human health throughout the manufacturing […]

  • The Scourge of Soybean Oil

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

    By: Sally Fallon Morell STORY AT-A-GLANCE Soybean oil, the most commonly used oil in the U.S., contains high levels of omega-6 polyunsaturated fatty acids Polyunsaturated fats in soybean oil break down into harmful free radicals and aldehydes during high-temperature processing Studies associate high polyunsaturated oil consumption with cancer, while saturated fats may offer protection Soybean […]

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  • Anticancer Properties of Garlic Gain New Support

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

    STORY AT-A-GLANCE A study published in Biomedicine and Pharmacotherapy highlights garlic’s novel phytochemicals and how they can help protect against cancer When tumor cells spread in your body, cancer becomes more challenging to treat. Through its compounds, garlic can help block signaling pathways that are needed in cell migration and prevent the spread of tumor […]

  • Why You Shouldn’t Use Cotton Swabs to Clean Your Ears

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

    STORY AT-A-GLANCE Earwax is manufactured in your ears to keep them clean, lubricated and protected, but some people try to get rid of as much as they can using unsafe instruments Doctors say using cottons swabs or other even more invasive tools to rout out earwax can damage, puncture or even dislocate bones used for […]