Dr. Joseph Mercola - Take Control of Your Health
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Study Finds Widespread Microplastics in Reproductive Fluids, What It Means for Fertility
29 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Microplastics have been detected in both male and female reproductive fluids, confirming that these synthetic particles are reaching the most sensiti...
Understanding Tooth Sensitivity and How to Stop It at the Root
29 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tooth sensitivity often signals deeper dental problems like enamel erosion, gum recession, or hidden decay Everyday habits such as drinking acidic be...
Blood Flow Restriction Exercise Offers Relief for People with Rheumatoid Arthritis
27 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Blood flow restriction (BFR) training allows people with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) to build muscle, improve mobility, and reduce pain using very ligh...
Studies Link Common Diabetes Medications to More Heart Problems
27 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Older diabetes drugs like glipizide are linked to higher rates of heart attack, stroke, and even death compared to newer options People with Type 2 d...
How to Beat Weeds in a No-Till Garden
27 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
No-till gardening improves soil health and plant strength but brings new challenges with weed control Perennial weeds like bindweed and thistle need ...
One Hour of Smartphone Scrolling Causes Eye Strain
26 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Just one hour of scrolling on your smartphone is enough to trigger measurable eye strain, reducing how often you blink and leaving your eyes dry and ...
How DMSO Heals the Gut and Cures Gastrointestinal Diseases
26 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Inflammatory bowel diseases remain challenging for medicine, subjecting many to lifelong healthcare expenses and debilitating complications DMSO is a...
Exploring the Link Between Inflammatory Bowel Disease and Dementia
26 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
People with dementia who develop inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) show faster deterioration in thinking, memory, and reasoning skills A large-scale a...
ederal Investigation Reveals Serious Failures in Organ Donation System
25 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Over 48,000 organ transplants happen each year in the U.S., but alarming new evidence shows that some donations begin before patients are truly dead ...
Here's Why Drinking Soda Disrupts Your Gut Health and Weakens Immune Function
25 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
More than 63% of U.S. adults drink at least one sugar-sweetened beverage daily, rapidly disrupting gut bacteria, weakening immune defenses, and damag...
Prenatal Pesticide Exposure Linked to Brain Damage and Sleep Problems
25 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Chlorpyrifos exposure during pregnancy causes lasting brain damage in children after birth, including thicker cortex regions, reduced white matter, a...
How to Keep Your Liver Healthy in Your 50s and Beyond
24 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Your liver handles over 500 essential functions, including detoxification, hormone balance, metabolism, bile production, and immune regulation As you...
Mamavation Investigation Finds Disturbing Toxins in Children's Multivitamins
24 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Nearly half of children's multivitamins tested contained PFAS "forever chemicals," with 4 out of 9 products showing measurable contamination 44% of c...
Naringin — A Citrus Flavonoid That Reduces Heart Disease Risk
24 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Cardiovascular disease kills nearly 18 million people worldwide each year, but natural compounds like naringin in citrus fruits are showing strong pr...
Gut Microbiota Play Pivotal Role in Disordered Eating Tied to Repeated Dieting
23 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Repeated dieting followed by binging reshapes your gut bacteria in ways that increase cravings for junk food and make overeating harder to control Th...
'Inflammaging' Is a Lifestyle Phenomenon, Not a Universal Aging Trait
23 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Inflammation is your body's defense response to injury, infection, or stress. While helpful when temporary, chronic low-grade inflammation over time ...
Is Zinc the Missing Nutrient in Childhood Asthma Care?
23 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Childhood asthma affects 4.6 million U.S. kids, and research now shows zinc deficiency drives more inflammation, worse lung function, and greater bre...
Rethinking Cardiovascular Disease Treatment Methods
22 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Current treatments for heart disease fail to address root causes. Stents and bypass surgery only restore blood flow temporarily without tackling unde...
3 Best Forms of Exercise to Ease Insomnia and Improve Sleep
22 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Insomnia affects about 22% of adults worldwide and raises the risk of depression, Alzheimer's disease, and cardiovascular events, while also draining...
Natural Maple Compounds Block Cavity-Causing Bacteria
20 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Maple-derived compounds, especially epicatechin gallate (ECG), stop cavity-causing bacteria from attaching to your teeth and forming plaque Unlike ch...
How Your Brain Rewrites Stress Responses
20 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Old injuries don't just leave physical scars — they rewire your stress system, making everyday situations feel more threatening than they really ar...
Estrogen, Histamine, Serotonin, and Endotoxin with Georgi Dinkov
20 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Estrogen accumulates in your tissues even when blood tests show low levels, leading to misdiagnosis and ineffective treatment Hair and nail testing r...
FDA Warns of Dangerous Drug Sold in Stores Nationwide
19 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The FDA has issued a nationwide warning about 7-hydroxymitragynine (7-OH), an opioid substance found in some products available in gas stations and c...
What Grip Strength Reveals About Your Brain, Mental Health, and Overall Well-Being
19 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Grip strength is a quick, noninvasive marker of overall health, linked to aging, resilience, neurological coordination, and risk of chronic disease a...
Prediabetes in Younger Adults Raises Death Risk
19 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Prediabetes raises the risk of death by 64% in adults aged 20 to 54, making it far more dangerous at a younger age than later in life Most people wit...
Did You Know? High Blood Pressure Causes Kidney Damage
18 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
About 1 in 5 adults with high blood pressure already has kidney damage, even if they feel completely fine High blood pressure silently destroys kidne...
How Magnesium and Vitamin D Are Reshaping Mental Health Care
18 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mental health issues like depression and anxiety are widespread across the globe. In the U.S. alone, nearly one in five adults is affected by mental ...
Fecal Transplant May Help Reduce Infections in Long-Term Care Patients
18 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT) is a therapy that restores balance in the gut by transferring healthy bacteria, helping patients escape the cy...
Emerging Health Benefits of Creatine Supplements
17 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Creatine isn't just for athletes — it fuels brain function, immune response, and recovery from stress and illness by supporting how your cells make...
Persistent Grief Nearly Doubles Your Risk of Death Over 10 Years
17 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Persistent grief symptoms nearly doubled the risk of death within 10 years, showing that unresolved grief has serious long-term health effects People...
Eating Minimally Processed Foods Helps You Shed Pounds Twice as Fast as Ultraprocessed Options
17 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Eating minimally processed foods helped participants lose pounds at nearly double the rate of ultraprocessed diets, even when calories, fat, sugar, a...
Reanalysis of Popular Antidepressant Trial Uncovers Reporting Flaws
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A reanalysis of a study found that fluoxetine alone showed no measurable benefit over placebo in treating adolescent depression after 12 weeks Resear...
New Research Reveals How Low Sodium Disrupts the Heart's Electrical Rhythm
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sodium is an essential electrolyte that supports fluid balance, nerve signaling, muscle contraction, and heartbeat coordination; even small drops in ...
Glutamine Protects Eye Health and Helps Prevent Vision Loss
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Glutamine is the most abundant amino acid in your body, supporting tissue repair, immune function, and energy production, while also helping protect ...
The War on Saturated Fat Is Finally Coming to an End
15 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
For several decades, saturated fat was wrongly blamed for heart disease, while vegetable oils quietly caused a surge in obesity, inflammation, and ch...
Scientists Uncover How Targeted Probiotics Help Athletic Performance and Recovery
15 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Targeted probiotic strains improve endurance, strength, recovery, and mental resilience by supporting gut integrity, reducing inflammation, and enhan...
Processed Food Diet Raises Lung Cancer Risk
13 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
People who ate the most ultraprocessed foods had a 41% higher risk of developing lung cancer compared with those who ate the least The increased risk...
Why Phosphate-Loaded Sodas Hammer Your Metabolism Harder Than Sugar
13 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A single can of cola floods your system with nearly 100% absorbable inorganic phosphate, triggering hormonal shifts that disrupt vitamin D, calcium b...
Prebiotics Influence Gut Bacteria That Raise Brain GABA Levels
13 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Low GABA levels are linked to anxiety, poor sleep, memory issues, and neurological conditions like epilepsy and Alzheimer's, but boosting GABA throug...
The Hidden Crisis in Organ Transplantation — Brain Death Diagnosis and Ethical Failures
12 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The concept of "brain death," introduced in 1968 to enable organ harvesting, has never been proven equivalent to actual death — it merely defines a...
Science Reveals Why Exercise Takes Longer to Pay Off as You Get Older
12 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sarcopenia, the age-related loss of muscle mass and strength, begins subtly in midlife and accelerates with age, increasing your risk of frailty, fal...
Most US Adults Have Hearts Older Than Their Actual Age
12 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Most American adults live with a heart age older than their actual age, which silently raises the risk of heart disease, stroke, and early death long...
Military Issues New Restrictions for Recruits
11 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Department of Defense (DoD) has tightened military recruitment standards, restricting enlistment for applicants with serious conditions like cong...
Try These 7 Herbs to Protect Your Liver Health
11 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Milk thistle and turmeric are powerful liver-supporting herbs that reduce inflammation, oxidative stress, and cellular damage through antioxidant and...
Instant Coffee Linked to Higher Risk of Vision Loss
11 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Instant coffee increases dry age-related macular degeneration risk nearly sevenfold compared to other coffee types, according to genetic studies Each...
Krill Oil Helps Preserve Muscle and Boost Your Energy Levels
10 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Krill oil helps preserve muscle and boost energy in elderly adults and people who are trying to lose weight (especially when reducing calories signif...
How Dietary Copper Affects Memory Loss and Brain Aging
10 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Older adults who consumed between 1.2 and 1.6 milligrams of copper daily scored higher on memory and processing speed tests, with stroke survivors be...
Scientists Identify Key Factors Behind E. Coli Outbreaks in Romaine Lettuce
10 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
E. coli O157:H7 is one of the leading causes of severe foodborne illness, and romaine lettuce has repeatedly been implicated in widespread outbreaks ...
Florida Declares Victory for Liberty and Parental Rights — Ends School Vaccine Mandates!
09 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Florida announced it will eliminate every school vaccine mandate, making it the first state to fully separate public education from government-enforc...
Getting a Smartphone Too Young Linked to Lasting Mental Health Harm
09 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Receiving a smartphone before age 13 is strongly linked to poorer mental health in young adulthood, including higher rates of suicidal thoughts, aggr...
The Dental Habit Linked to Better Heart Health (but Most People Skip It)
09 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Flossing takes only minutes yet slashes health risks, with regular flossers showing up to 44% lower odds of certain strokes and reduced chances of ir...
Pesticides Disrupt Gut Bacteria Linked to Inflammation
08 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Common pesticides don't just kill pests — they disrupt how your gut bacteria function, leading to inflammation, metabolic stress, and immune imbala...
Microplastics Found to Trigger Cancer-Linked Changes in Lung Cells
08 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Microplastics were found to trigger cancer-like changes in healthy lung cells, including increased mobility, DNA damage, and activated survival pathw...
The Benefits of Molecular Hydrogen and How Inhalation Delivers Them- Discussion between Tyler Lebaron and Dr. Mercola
08 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this interview, Tyler LeBaron, founder of the Molecular Hydrogen Institute, shares insights about molecular hydrogen's science, delivery methods, a...
Is Your Brain Being Hijacked by Junk Food? - AI Podcast
02 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Ultraprocessed foods are designed to melt in your mouth and bypass the need for chewing, which blocks your brain's ability to regi...
The Shocking Link Between Soda and Male Infertility - AI Podcast
02 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Research shows consuming more than seven sweetened drinks per week reduces sperm concentration by 22% and negatively impacts sperm...
Diabetes Starts in the Grocery Aisle — Here's Why - AI Podcast
02 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Eating more than 300 grams of ultraprocessed food per day significantly increases your risk of developing Type 2 diabetes, regardl...
The Money Pipeline Behind Your Vaccines - AI Podcast
01 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance The widespread promotion of vaccination is predicated upon having profound benefits and no risks. As vaccines frequently injure th...
How Exercise Stops Chronic Pain - AI Podcast
01 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Exercise stops your immune system from overreacting after a muscle injury, helping prevent short-term pain from becoming chronic D...
The Link Between Tinnitus and Brain Fog - AI Podcast
01 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance People with recent-onset tinnitus scored significantly lower on cognitive tests measuring memory, focus, and processing speed, eve...
The Screening Gap Letting Liver Cancer Flourish - AI Podcast
31 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Most people with liver damage have no symptoms and receive a diagnosis only after irreversible scarring has occurred, making early...
Why Skipping Beef Liver Could Hurt Your Pancreas - AI Podcast
31 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Research shows vitamin B12 rapidly replenishes adenosine triphosphate (ATP) levels in pancreatic cells, preventing destructive enz...
Stress Hormones Are Ruining Your Sleep—Here's Proof - AI Podcast
31 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Adrenal fatigue isn't recognized as a real medical condition, but the symptoms people report — chronic exhaustion, salt cravings...
The Silent Killer Lurking in This Summer's Heat Wave - AI Podcast
29 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Heat domes are large areas of intense high pressure that trap hot air and humidity, creating dangerous temperatures reaching 105 t...
The Sleep Rebound: Why a Jolt of Pressure Can Knock You Out - AI Podcast
29 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Stress is one of the most powerful disruptors of sleep. However, recent research shows it also paradoxically triggers sleep instea...
Paint-Chip Plastics- The Brain-Aging Threat in Glass Caps - AI Podcast
29 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance A French government study found that glass bottles contain five to 50 times more microplastics than plastic bottles, mostly from t...
The Seed Oil Overload Silently Fueling Chronic Disease - AI Podcast
28 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Linoleic acid (LA), once a trace nutrient in the human diet, now makes up as much as 25% of daily calories for many Americans, lea...
The Pill Bottle vs. Your Kidneys: A Silent Struggle - AI Podcast
28 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Common medications like NSAIDs, antibiotics, acid blockers, and laxatives quietly damage your kidneys, even when used as directed ...
Taurnine- Miracle or Menace? - AI Podcast
26 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Taurine, a common ingredient in energy drinks, was found to fuel the growth of leukemia cells by activating a powerful growth swit...
Skincare Secrets- Myths Vs. Reality - AI Podcast
26 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance The "caveman method" is a viral TikTok trend that involves skipping all skincare, including water, to let your untouched skin rest...
Move Your Body- Rewire Your Mind - AI Podcast
26 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance A study found that just three 30-minute walking sessions a week significantly reduced repetitive negative thinking and improved br...
DMSO: A Lung Disease Breakthrough? - AI Podcast
25 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Chronic respiratory diseases remain profitable but poorly treated, subjecting patients to expensive healthcare, impaired stamina, ...
Micro Workouts – 10 Minutes to a Healthier Heart - AI Podcast
25 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Micro workouts are brief, high-intensity exercise sessions that last 10 to 15 minutes. They're accessible for people with busy sch...
Laundry's Toxic Secret? - AI Podcast
25 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Fabric softeners and dryer sheets release volatile organic compounds (VOCs) into your indoor air and laundry, exposing your lungs ...
Varicose Veins Could Signal Bigger Health Problems - AI Podcast
24 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Varicose veins affect over 40 million Americans and are often mistaken for a cosmetic issue, even though they signal deeper proble...
A Simple Vitamin D Protocol Transforms Patient Outcomes - AI Podcast
24 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Vitamin D deficiency is widespread, especially in northern regions with limited sunlight. At Vibra Hospital in North Dakota, 44% o...
What Black Mold Really Does to Your Health - AI Podcast
24 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Black mold's toxic reputation stems from a debunked 1990s study that falsely linked it to infant deaths — subsequent reviews exp...
Sepsis Survival Boosted by Curcumin and Piperine - AI Podcast
23 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Sepsis affects over 1.7 million U.S. adults annually, causing 350,000 deaths. It is characterized by an overwhelming immune respon...
How Junk Food Fuels Psoriasis Risk - AI Podcast
23 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance People with the highest consumption of ultraprocessed foods had a 23% higher risk of developing psoriasis compared to those who at...
The Parkinson Risk of Living Near Golf Courses - AI Podcast
23 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Residents within a mile of golf courses have 126% higher chance of developing Parkinson's disease compared to those living farther...
Discover the 'Immortality Herb That Fights Aging and Disease - AI Podcast
23 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Used since 1406 CE in Chinese medicine, jiaogulan enhances stamina, lowers cholesterol, and supports metabolism, earning it the ni...
Perfumes and Lotions Disrupt Your Natural Air Shield - AI Podcast
23 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Your body is surrounded by an "oxidation field" made of reactive hydroxyl molecules (OH). This protective layer helps break down h...
Krill Oil Reverses Fatty Liver Naturally - AI Podcast
23 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Krill oil lowered liver fat, deep belly fat, and triglyceride levels in obese mice, showing it helps reverse the core drivers of f...
The #1 Fat That's Silently Destroying Your Metabolism - AI Podcast
21 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Linoleic acid (LA), a fat found in vegetable oils, accumulates in your tissues and disrupts mitochondrial function, which drains y...
The Hidden Diabetes Epidemic – Meet Type 5 - AI Podcast
21 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Type 5 diabetes is a newly recognized form of diabetes caused by lifelong malnutrition that damages the pancreas and prevents it f...
Why Athletes Swear by Foam Rollers—And Why You Should Too - AI Podcast
19 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Foam rollers are cylindrical devices that apply pressure to muscles, helping relieve tightness and inflammation while improving fl...
Sleep Apnea Damages Your Brain and Memory - AI Podcast
19 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Sleep apnea, especially during rapid eye movement (REM) sleep, causes oxygen drops that damage small brain vessels and raise de...
Healing the Mind After Stroke: The Power of Talking Therapy - AI Podcasts
19 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Depression and anxiety are common but often ignored after stroke, making recovery harder and increasing the risk of long-term decl...
Is Your Blood Type a Mosquito Magnet? - AI Podcast
18 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Mosquitoes are drawn to your body's natural scent, heat, breath, and even clothing color, making some people far more attractive t...
Viagra Not Working? You Might Just Need Vitamin D - AI Podcast
18 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Research reveals vitamin D deficiency damages blood vessel health, impairing their ability to relax and significantly contributing...
Breakthrough in a Bottle: How DMSO is Changing Medicine - AI Podcast
18 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance DMSO is an "umbrella remedy" capable of treating a wide range of challenging ailments due to its combination of therapeutic proper...
The Breakfast Fiber That Flushes Out Toxic Chemicals - AI Podcast
17 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance A specific type of fiber called beta-glucan, found in oats and barley, was shown to reduce levels of harmful PFAS chemicals in the...
Osteoarthritis vs. Rheumatoid Arthritis - AI Podcast
17 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Osteoarthritis develops slowly from cartilage breakdown in weight-bearing joints, while rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune atta...
FDA Approves RSV Shot Despite High Infant Risk - AI Podcast
17 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Merck's respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) shot clesrovimab (Enflonsia) was approved even though 11.71% of babies in the trial expe...
How Vitamin B1 Reignites Your Drive to Exercise - AI Podcast
16 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Motivation isn't just about willpower; it also starts with brain chemistry. Dopamine drives your internal momentum to act, and thi...
Daylight: Your Secret Weapon for Immunity - AI Podcast
16 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Your immune system's frontline defenders, called neutrophils, are most powerful in the early morning when activated by daylight ex...
How Gut Inflammation Sparks Insulin Resistance - AI Podcast
16 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Inflammation in your colon triggers insulin resistance by sending nerve signals from your liver to your pancreas, even before your...
Is Low Vitamin D Wrecking Your Liver? - AI Podcast
15 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Vitamin D deficiency is strongly linked to nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), a growing metabolic disorder that often devel...
Plastic in Your Lungs Are Ruining Your Immune System - AI Podcast
15 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Inhaling microplastics disrupts your lung's immune defenses within 24 hours by disabling macrophages, the cells that normally clea...
A Better Diet Alone Can Transform Your Metabolic Health
15 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Healthier eating patterns significantly improve cholesterol, triglycerides, and liver fat even when body weight remains unchanged,...