Dr. Joseph Mercola - Take Control of Your Health
Episodes
DMSO — The Forgotten Remedy Revolutionizing Eye Healing
14 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
DMSO is an "umbrella remedy" capable of treating a wide range of challenging ailments due to its combination of therapeutic properties (e.g., reducin...
What Causes Vaginal Itching (and How to Find Relief Safely)
13 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Vaginal or vulvar itching usually points to one of five causes: yeast infection, bacterial vaginosis, contact irritation or allergy, sexually transmi...
New Study Links Arsenic Exposure to Higher Risk of Fatty Liver Disease
13 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Fatty liver disease (FLD) develops when fat builds up in liver cells, straining an organ vital for energy, metabolism, and detoxification. It is now ...
Vitamins K and A Aid Brain Health
13 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Researchers created vitamin K analogues that cross the blood-brain barrier more effectively, which eventually turn into the bioactive form, menaquino...
New Study Reveals Overlooked Toll of C-Sections — More Pain, Less Sleep for Mothers
12 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
More than one in five babies are now born by C-section, and the numbers are expected to reach nearly one-third of all births by 2030, despite many ca...
Everyday Pesticide Exposure Linked to Reduced Sperm Quality in Healthy Men
12 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Everyday exposure to pesticides, even from conventionally grown fruits and vegetables, disrupts sperm function and reduces fertility in otherwise hea...
Fat Metabolism Holds the Key to Why We Need Sleep
12 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sleep is not just downtime but a built-in survival mechanism that protects your brain from toxic byproducts created when mitochondria leak electrons ...
Kiwi for Constipation — How Many to Eat, How Fast It Works, and Who It's For
11 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Whole kiwifruit, especially the green variety, is now recognized as one of the few foods with strong clinical evidence for relieving chronic constipa...
Exploring Acupuncture as a Time-Tested Option for Chronic Low Back Pain
11 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Chronic low back pain is the leading cause of disability in older adults and often limits daily movement and independence Many treatments exist but d...
TrumpRx Prescription Website to Launch in 2026
11 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Prescription drugs in the U.S. cost nearly three times more than in other developed countries, driving financial strain for millions of Americans and...
Key Sugars in Breast Milk Support Toddler Gut and Brain Development After the First Year
10 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Human milk oligosaccharides (HMOs) are complex sugars that pass undigested to your baby's colon, where they feed beneficial bacteria, strengthen defe...
Revisiting Depression — Dopamine-Serotonin Balance Gains Attention for Treatment-Resistant Depression
10 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A major clinical trial in The Lancet Psychiatry found that boosting dopamine with pramipexole improved symptoms in treatment-resistant depression. Th...
Essential Oil Compounds Show Blood Sugar and Antifungal Benefits
08 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Compounds in the essential oil of the Vicks plant act on the same enzyme targeted by Type 2 diabetes drugs, helping your body maintain steadier blood...
How Chronic Stress Increases Risk of Depression
08 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Chronic stress triggers a neutrophil invasion into brain-protective layers, driving depression-like behaviors through immune activation rather than j...
HIIT Raises Aerobic Capacity and Overall Fitness Even When Weight Stays the Same
08 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
High-intensity interval training (HIIT) improves health without weight loss. Research shows that short high-intensity workouts boost cardiovascular h...
Walking Outdoors Reduces Frailty in Older Adults
07 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Frailty, once thought to be irreversible, is now recognized as a condition that can be improved through consistent outdoor movement, restoring streng...
US Alcohol-Related Deaths Are Skyrocketing, New Data Shows
07 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Alcohol-related deaths have nearly doubled in 25 years, claiming over 54,000 lives in 2021 alone The steepest rise in alcohol-related deaths is seen ...
Reversing Alzheimer's — The Forgotten Causes and Cures Big Pharma Buried
07 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Due to Alzheimer's research focusing on a symptom of it (amyloid plaques), rather than its actual cause, Alzheimer's has remained "incurable" for dec...
Social Bonds Help Slow Cellular Aging and Support Longevity
06 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Developing strong, lifelong social bonds helps slow biological aging by influencing how your genes, immune system, and stress hormones function Peopl...
Researchers Make a Major Breakthrough in Predicting Neurodegenerative Diseases
06 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Acting out dreams during sleep is an early warning sign of Parkinson's or dementia with Lewy bodies, offering a window for early detection and preven...
Beta-Blockers Are Useless, and Sometimes Risky, for Most Cardiac Patients
06 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Beta-blockers offer no survival benefit for most heart attack patients with normal heart function, even though they're still widely prescribed Women ...
Babies Who Grow Up with Dogs Have Stronger Lungs and Lower Asthma Risk
05 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Babies exposed to dog allergens early in life have about a 48% lower risk of developing asthma by age 5, and show stronger lung function compared to ...
How Smoking Rewires Your Immune System to Drive Pancreatic Cancer
05 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Pancreatic cancer is one of the deadliest cancers, and smoking pushes the disease to appear earlier in life and progress more aggressively Chemicals ...
Artificial Sweeteners Tied to Faster Brain Aging and Decline
05 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Artificial sweeteners are linked to faster memory loss and thinking decline, equal to 1.6 years of extra brain aging People under 60 who consume the ...
How Much of Your Life Is Running on Autopilot?
04 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Recent research found that about 90% of your daily actions happen automatically, without conscious thought Two-thirds of behaviors are triggered by c...
Injectable Birth Control Linked to Higher Risk of Brain Tumors
04 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Long-term use of injectable birth control like Depo-Provera is linked to a significantly higher risk of brain tumors, especially meningiomas Women wh...
Why You Should Never Take OTC Painkillers While on Antibiotics
04 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Each year, 4.95 million deaths worldwide are linked to antimicrobial resistance, making drug-resistant infections one of the greatest threats to heal...
Why the Timing of Breastmilk Matters for Your Baby's Growth and Sleep
03 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Breastmilk naturally changes throughout the day, guiding your baby's sleep, digestion, and alertness through subtle hormonal shifts These changes sup...
Are Mood Disorders Actually Metabolic Diseases Rooted in Insulin Resistance?
03 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Bipolar disorder and depression affect tens of millions globally, long treated as strictly brain-based illnesses, yet both consistently show high rat...
Many Older Adults Today Struggle with Ultraprocessed Food Addiction
28 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
About 12.4% of older adults today exhibit signs of ultraprocessed food addiction, with the highest rates in those ages 50 to 64 Ultraprocessed means ...
Psychiatrists Continue to Deny the Harm of Antidepressants During Pregnancy
28 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Antidepressant use during pregnancy disrupts fetal brain development and increases the risk of long-term mental health problems in children Babies ex...
Air Pollution Raises Dementia and Aneurysm Rupture Risk
28 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
PM2.5 particles increase dementia risk by 8% for every 5 micrograms per cubic meter increase. These ultrafine particles travel directly to the brain ...
Where Your Body Stores Fat Matters More for Cardiovascular Aging Than BMI
27 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Beyond visible weight gain, hidden fat can build up in organs and muscles, quietly influencing long-term health A recent study published in the Europ...
How Exercise Protects You from Osteoporosis
27 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Osteoporosis affects 10 million Americans, and research shows resistance training effectively builds bone density by creating mechanical stress that ...
How Magnesium Helps Relieve Overactive Bladder
25 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Overactive bladder affects about 1 in 6 U.S. adults and disrupts sleep, focus, and confidence in daily life Low magnesium levels are strongly linked ...
How Circadian Rhythm Shapes Gut Repair and Digestive Health
25 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Your gut lining renews itself on a precise daily schedule controlled by your circadian rhythm, and disruptions to this clock weaken your intestinal b...
The Role of Lithium Homeostasis in Alzheimer's
25 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Lithium levels in the brain drop in people with mild cognitive impairment and Alzheimer's, fueling memory loss, brain inflammation, and the buildup o...
Why the FDA Still Allows a Carcinogen in Pork Products
24 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Carbadox, a drug given to pigs in U.S. farms, is a known carcinogen that international experts declared unsafe at any level of exposure Even though t...
Knee and Groin Pain Could Signal Hip Problems
24 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Many people mistake groin or knee pain for local strain or joint issues when the real source is the hip, delaying proper treatment The brain sometime...
Why Does Tylenol Cause Chronic Illnesses Like Autism?
24 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Over-the-counter (OTC) pain and fever medications are widely used despite having marginal efficacy and significant side effects that hospitalize hund...
How to Spot Fake Grass Fed Beef and Find the Real Thing
23 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Some beef labels that simply say "grass fed" often still involve grain finishing; only "100% grass fed" and "grass-finished" with certification ensur...
Why Men and Women Experience Differences in Immune Function
23 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Women face far higher rates of autoimmune conditions like lupus and multiple sclerosis because of their double set of X chromosome immune genes and t...
The Link Between Vitamin D Deficiency and Fatty Liver
23 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Low vitamin D levels are strongly linked to fatty liver severity, with deficiency tied to more fat buildup, higher liver enzymes, and worse metabolic...
Egg Yolk Compound Shows Promise in Osteoporosis Management
22 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Egg yolk proteins influence bone health by reducing bone breakdown and encouraging new bone growth, offering natural support against osteoporosis Res...
Study Reveals This Vegetable Lowers Your Colon Cancer Risk by 17%
22 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Colon cancer often develops silently without early symptoms, making prevention through diet and lifestyle one of the most effective ways to protect y...
Your Adam's Apple — What It Is, What It Does, and Who Has One
22 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Adam's apple is the visible ridge of thyroid cartilage at the front of your larynx (voice box). Everyone has one, though its size and visibility ...
Walking Pace, Not Just Time Spent Walking, Tied to Longevity Benefits
21 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Walking is one of the most accessible forms of exercise, requiring no special equipment, and supports your health whether you stroll around your neig...
Big Pharma Is Paying Doctors to Prescribe Drugs for Multiple Sclerosis
21 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
An analysis showed that 78.5% of neurologists received payments from pharmaceutical companies, with doctors receiving more money prescribing more mul...
The Dangerous Relationship Between Salmonella and Yeast in Your Gut
21 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Salmonella causes over 1.35 million infections annually in the U.S., and when paired with Candida yeast in your gut, infections become more aggressiv...
Global Death Rates from Chronic Disease Decline While US Progress Stalls
20 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Global death rates from chronic diseases dropped in four out of five countries between 2010 and 2019, but the U.S. experienced the weakest improvemen...
Cracking the Myth — How Eating Eggs Helps Lower Bad Cholesterol
20 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition showed that eating two eggs daily lowered LDL cholesterol, while high saturated fat d...
Strong Calves Are Linked to Better Brain Health
18 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Strong calf muscles act like a second heart, boosting circulation and delivering oxygen to your brain to support sharper thinking Larger calves are l...
Biotin Is More Than Just a Beauty Vitamin
18 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Biotin, also known as vitamin B7, is a water-soluble B-vitamin that plays a vital role in converting food into energy and supporting overall metaboli...
Is Laughter a Form of Therapeutic Medicine?
18 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Laughter therapy reduces anxiety and increases life satisfaction, giving you a natural way to calm your mind and feel more fulfilled Spontaneous laug...
Health Benefits of Topical Magnesium Lotions and Sprays
17 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Most people are deficient in magnesium, leading to problems like fatigue, poor sleep, brain fog, muscle cramps, and unstable blood sugar Food alone i...
Natural Herbs That Support Your Immune System Against the Flu
17 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Herbal remedies like echinacea, elderberry, and ginger reduce flu symptoms and shorten recovery time when used early Garlic, turmeric, and astragalus...
The Mystery of Transplanted Consciousness — When Organs Transfer More Than Function
17 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
When organs are transplanted, memories, personalities, preferences, and skills (including what happened at the donor's moment of death) have been rep...
How Does the Brain Interpret Aromas as Taste? A Recent Study Provides a Clearer Insight
16 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
New research from the Karolinska Institutet in Sweden shows that your brain interprets certain aromas as taste, activating the same regions as sugar ...
High-Potassium Diets Support Better Mood and Mental Health
16 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Low potassium intake is strongly linked to higher rates of depression and anxiety, making this mineral a key factor in protecting your mental health ...
Blockbuster Anticlotting Drug Approved on Flawed Studies
16 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ticagrelor, a blockbuster anticlotting drug, was approved despite FDA scientists warning it looked less safe and effective than older, cheaper altern...
Sleep Medications Linked to Reduced Deep Sleep and Disrupted Memory
15 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Popular sleep drugs like Ambien and benzodiazepines interfere with deep sleep, blocking your brain's natural cleaning system that removes toxic prote...
How to Deal with Dry Eyes — Treatment Options and Ways to Prevent Symptoms
15 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
More than half of U.S. adults experience dry eye symptoms, but only a small fraction have received a formal diagnosis or treatment Common symptoms in...
These Beverages Help Reduce Nerve Pain and Chronic Inflammation
15 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Chronic inflammation quietly damages nerves, joints, and blood vessels, leading to long-term pain and illness, but natural anti-inflammatory drinks c...
Eating Animal Protein After Training Improves Recovery, According to Study
14 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Recent studies recommend eating about 0.3 to 0.4 g protein per kg of body weight (20 to 40 g for most adults) within two hours after training for opt...
Historical Rise of Cancer and Dietary Linoleic Acid — Mechanisms and Therapeutic Strategies
14 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Cancer now affects 30% to 50% of Americans, a massive increase from just 5% in 1900, reflecting how modern diets and lifestyles have reshaped your bo...
Filtering Your Indoor Air Helps Lower Your Blood Pressure, Study Finds
14 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The air inside and outside your home often contains invisible pollutants, including fine particles and gases from traffic, industry, and household it...
Massage Techniques and Exercises to Relieve Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
13 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Carpal tunnel syndrome is caused by pressure on the median nerve in your wrist, leading to pain, tingling, numbness, and weakness in your hand and fi...
The MAHA Commission's Blueprint to End Childhood Chronic Disease
13 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Childhood chronic diseases like obesity, diabetes, asthma, anxiety, and depression are rising sharply, with nearly one in five U.S. children obese an...
Why Smartphone Use on the Toilet Increases Hemorrhoid Risk
11 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hemorrhoids affect millions of Americans each year, and sitting too long on the toilet is among the hidden triggers Using a smartphone in the bathroo...
How Oxytocin Shapes the Friendships That Protect Your Health
11 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Strong friendships increase survival rates by about 50%, making them as important for your health as diet, exercise, or quitting smoking Oxytocin, of...
How Exercise Helps Maintain Healthy Vitamin D Levels in the Wintertime
11 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
During winter in northern climates, sunlight is too weak to trigger vitamin D production, leaving many people — especially those with excess body f...
Immune Aging Drives Rheumatoid Arthritis
10 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Rheumatoid arthritis is not just a joint disease but a disorder of accelerated immune aging, with your immune system acting decades older than your a...
Standing More Often Helps Protect Heart Health
10 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Frequent standing breaks improve heart health. Research shows it reduced blood pressure by 2 to 3 millimeters of mercury (mmHg) in postmenopausal wom...
Supercharging Supplements — The Power of Nutraceutical DMSO Combinations
10 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
DMSO is an "umbrella remedy" capable of treating a wide range of challenging ailments due to its combination of therapeutic properties (e.g., reducin...
The Surprising Link Between Your Gut Fungi, Genetics, and Chronic Disease Risk
09 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Your genetics influence which fungi grow in your gut, and these fungi directly affect your risk for chronic conditions like heart disease Researchers...
Spirulina Lowers Blood Pressure and Supports Heart Health
09 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Spirulina, a blue-green algae once used by ancient cultures as food, has been proven in modern research to significantly lower blood pressure Consumi...
The Most Dangerous Pain Reliever Is Probably in Your Medicine Cabinet Right Now
09 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Acetaminophen is the leading cause of acute liver failure in developed countries, and even normal doses have been shown to stress the liver in otherw...
Victims, Not Vectors — CFIA's Ostrich Cull Misses the Real Source of H5N1 Risk
08 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The CFIA ordered a full ostrich cull after H5N1 was detected, even though wild migratory birds likely contaminated the farm's pond — making the ost...
Irregular Sleep Patterns Increase Your Risk of 172 Diseases
08 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Poor sleep traits were tied to 172 diseases, including Parkinson's, diabetes, and liver fibrosis, with many showing doubled or tripled risk Keeping a...
'Popping' Knees Are Not a Sign of Early Arthritis, According to New Study
08 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Knee popping, also called crepitus, is common and not always linked to arthritis, so hearing sounds alone does not mean your joints are deteriorating...
Is European Bread Healthier Than American Bread?
07 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Bread differs significantly between the U.S. and Europe due to wheat type, fermentation time, and chemical use, which shape not only taste and textur...
Disease-Resistant Vegetable Varieties That Keep Your Harvest Strong
07 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Planting disease-resistant vegetables helps you harvest longer and avoid losing entire crops to common problems like blight, mildew, and viral infect...
Do Weighted Blankets Really Ease Stress and Anxiety?
07 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Weighted blankets, which are much heavier than regular blankets, deliver deep, steady pressure that helps calm the nervous system and makes it easier...
The Health Effects of Eating Soursop Fruit and Tea
06 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Soursop, also known as graviola or guanabana, has been used for centuries in traditional medicine to treat conditions ranging from arthritis and infe...
Food, Not Lack of Exercise, Fuels Obesity
06 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Obesity is not caused by lack of exercise, as people in wealthier nations burn more calories daily yet still gain more fat Eating ultraprocessed food...
Food, Not Lack of Exercise, Fuels Obesity
04 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Obesity is not caused by lack of exercise, as people in wealthier nations burn more calories daily yet still gain more fat Eating ultraprocessed food...
Is It Safe for You to Eat Essential Oils?
04 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Essential oils are concentrated plant extracts obtained through distillation and pressing. This process captures the aromatic compounds responsible f...
Study Reveals How Type 2 Diabetes Directly Alters Heart Energy and Structure
04 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Type 2 diabetes directly damages your heart's ability to make energy, leaving you more vulnerable to fatigue, swelling, and heart failure Human heart...
The Surprising Benefits of Weighted Stretching
03 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Weighted stretching combines mobility and strength training, making your joints more stable and flexible at the same time Even very light weights, su...
Does Melatonin Help Ease Migraines?
03 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
More than 1 billion people worldwide and 12% of Americans live with migraines, a disabling neurological condition that disrupts sleep, work, and dail...
Erasing Encephalitis — Why Vaccine Brain Injuries Became Autism
03 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
For over a century, vaccination has been repeatedly linked to severe neurological injuries including brain damage — with many modern studies showin...
Kids' Backpack Safety — A Guide to Protect Your Child's Back
02 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
When it comes to a child's backpack, 10% to 15% of body weight is the maximum safe range, according to the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP). For ...
Can Magnesium Improve ADHD Symptoms?
02 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
ADHD affects more than 7 million children in the U.S., with many experiencing moderate to severe symptoms; yet nearly a third receive no treatment, h...
Does Whole Body Vibration Help You Lose Weight?
02 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Whole body vibration (WBV) therapy uses a vibration plate to trigger rapid muscle contractions, enhancing muscle activation, coordination, and circul...
Eye Exams Detect Alzheimer's Disease Years Before Symptoms Appear
01 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
More than 7 million Americans live with Alzheimer's today, and researchers project that number will rise to 13 million by 2050, doubling the burden o...
Hot Baths Trigger Exercise-Like Effects
01 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A 45-minute hot bath raises your core body temperature by 1.1 degrees C (2 degrees F) and boosts cardiac output as much as a moderate-intensity cardi...
1 in 3 Teens Have Prediabetes, CDC Data Shows
01 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
About 1 in 3 American teens — more than 8 million adolescents — already live with prediabetes, putting them at high risk for diabetes, heart dise...
The American Academy of Pediatrics — Mining Children for Profit
30 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) is heavily funded by pharmaceutical companies, influencing policies that promote more medical interventions ...
Why Benadryl Is an Outdated and Unsafe Allergy Treatment
30 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Benadryl's active ingredient, diphenhydramine, is now considered outdated and unsafe, with researchers urging that it be removed from over-the-counte...
Sugary Drinks Increase Risk of Hair Loss, Study Finds
30 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Research shows sugary drinks and alcohol intake are strongly linked to faster hair loss, with younger men experiencing baldness patterns that typical...