Dr. Joseph Mercola - Take Control of Your Health
Episodes
Ginger for Gut Health Unlocking Nature's Remedy for IBD - AI Podcast
21 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Ginger has a long history of soothing digestive issues and modern research confirms its ability to reduce gut inflammation and sup...
Methylene Blue: A New Hope for Cancer Treatment?
19 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Methylene blue has been shown to shrink tumors and slow cancer growth by targeting cancer cell metabolism and energy production Ph...
Firefighters at Risk: Flame Retardant Tied to Brain Tumors - AI Podcast
19 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Research has identified a unique genetic mutation in brain tumors of firefighters directly linked to flame retardant chemicals, wi...
How Sleep Posture Can Save Your Spine - AI Podcast
19 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Cervical spine degeneration affects nearly 80% of adults. It's primarily caused by poor posture, sedentary behavior and prolonged ...
DMSO: The Natural Cancer Fighter - AI Podcast
18 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO) effectively treats many ailments, including strokes, tissue injuries, autoimmunity, and a myriad of skin...
How Your Health Shapes Your Child's Brain - AI Podcast
18 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Maternal body fat percentage during pregnancy correlates with increased risk of developmental coordination disorder in children, a...
How New Experiences Enhance Your Well-being - AI Podcast
18 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Introducing even one new experience daily, such as trying a new recipe or taking a different walking route, improves memory and bo...
Pinpointing Inflammation: A New Scientific Breakthrough - AI Podcast
17 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Chronic inflammation drives diseases like heart disease, Alzheimer's, cancer and autoimmune conditions. However, standard tests on...
Sperm Health and Longevity: The Surprising Link to a Longer Life - AI Podcast
17 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Sperm counts have declined by 50% over the last five decades, with poor sperm quality linked to chronic diseases and increased mor...
Nature's Rx: Healing Stress with the Great Outdoors - AI Podcast
17 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Research shows a two-hour forest walk significantly reduced depression, tension, fatigue, and confusion — even in people without...
Diabetes: The Shocking Link to Your Cells' Mitochondria - AI Podcast
16 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Research has revealed that damaged mitochondria in metabolic tissues don't die off as expected, but instead send distress signals ...
Selenium: The Tiny Mineral with Mighty Health Benefits
16 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Selenium is a trace mineral essential for health, supporting immune function, hormone regulation, and fighting oxidative stress In...
All Tobacco Products Cause Heart Disease: Here's Why - AI Podcast
16 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Cigar and smokeless tobacco users faced significantly higher risks of stroke, heart failure, and cardiovascular death, even withou...
Sweet Deception: The Hidden Dangers in Your Baby's Formula
15 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Most infant formulas in the U.S. contain added sugars instead of natural lactose, with formula-fed infants consuming up to 60 gram...
Citrus & Your Mood: How Oranges Can Fight Depression
15 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Depression affects more than 280 million people worldwide. Many patients do not fully respond to first-line medications or experie...
Beyond Baby Food: How Plants Build a Strong Infant Gut
15 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Introducing a wide variety of plant-based foods after age one speeds up gut microbiome maturity, helping your child build better d...
Hernia Surgery Made Simple — Your Guide to Understanding and Healing - Discussion Between Dr. Eric Pinnar and Dr. Mercola
14 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this interview, Dr. Eric Pinnar, a hernia surgery specialist from Jacksonville, Florida, discusses why hernias matter, how to choose a surgeon, wha...
The Power of Light, Mitochondria and Circadian Rhythms- Discussion Between Dr. Alexis Cowan and Dr. Mercola
14 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this interview, Alexis Cowan, Ph.D., a molecular biologist from Princeton, uses her deep knowledge of molecular biology, particularly her passion...
Modern Living: How Our Lifestyle is Killing Us - AI Podcast
14 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Modern lifestyles have drastically reduced your body's ability to produce cellular energy. Humans now generate 75% less adenosine ...
Gardasil on Trial: Questioning the Cervical Cancer Vaccine
14 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Gardasil's ability to prevent cervical cancer is being questioned, with experts citing a lack of long-term studies proving reduced...
Menopause: The Estrogen Dominance Dilemma - AI Podcast
12 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Contrary to conventional belief, research shows menopausal women often experience estrogen dominance rather than deficiency, with ...
Cognitive Decline Alert: The Risks of Antidepressant Use - AI Podcast
12 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance A large study found that individuals with dementia who took antidepressants lost cognitive function at nearly twice the expected r...
UTI Misdiagnosis: Protect Your Health From Unnecessary Treatment - AI Podcast
12 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance UTIs are one of the most overdiagnosed conditions in U.S. medicine, especially in seniors who often receive antibiotics without sh...
The Formula Deception: Unmasking the Dangers of Infant Formula - AI Podcast
11 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance The infant formula industry has almost 100 billion dollars in annual sales. This was accomplished by unscrupulous marketing that t...
Protect Your Heart: How Eggs Improve Cardiovascular Health - AI Podcast
11 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Research shows eating eggs up to six times per week lowers the risk of heart disease-related death by 29% and reduces overall mort...
Fix Your Sleep, Fix Your Health: A Guide to Blood Sugar Balance - AI Podcast
11 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Sleeping fewer than six hours a night leads to greater blood sugar swings and less stable glucose levels throughout the day Going ...
EMR Syndrome: The Danger of Wireless Radiation - AI Podcast
10 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance The term Electromagnetic Radiation (EMR) Syndrome is gaining recognition to better describe the symptoms — like headaches, dizzi...
Nutrient Deficiencies: The Impact on type 2 Diabetes
09 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance A study that analyzed 52,501 Type 2 diabetes patients found widespread nutrient deficiencies, with vitamin D being most common (60...
Hidden Hazards: The Shocking Truth About Indoor Air - AI Podcast
09 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Scented wax melts release terpenes that interact with ozone to create harmful nanoparticles, despite being marketed as safer alter...
The American Food Scandal: What They're Not Telling You - AI Podcast
09 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance The FDA allows food manufacturers to introduce new additives without independent safety testing, meaning thousands of chemicals ar...
The Symptom Trap: Why Modern Medicine Isn't Making Us Healthier - AI Podcast
08 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Many people are now on medications, yet chronic illness is still on the rise because doctors focus on symptom management instead o...
Cozy Danger: The Risks of Heating Pads and Blankets
08 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Toasted skin syndrome (erythema ab igne) occurs when skin is exposed to moderate heat for prolonged periods, leading to red, brown...
How Limiting TV Can Save Your Heart - AI Podcast
08 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Spending more than two hours a day watching TV increases your heart disease risk by 12%, even if you have low genetic risk for Typ...
Ancestral Health Revival: Was the Past Healthier? - AI Podcast
07 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Our ancestors maintained better health naturally through their lifestyle, which included nutrient-dense whole foods, physical acti...
Clean Water Crisis: Millions Exposed to Contaminated Drinking Water - AI Podcast
07 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Recent studies show tap water containing unregulated contaminants affects over 97 million Americans, with higher concentrations in...
Brain Invaders: The Alarming Truth About Microplastics and Your Mind - AI Podcast
05 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Research shows microplastics become trapped in brain blood vessels when consumed by immune cells, leading to reduced blood flow an...
The Food That Fights Gray Hair: The Luteolin Secret - AI Podcast
05 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Gray hair results from declining stem cell function in hair follicles, specifically when keratinocyte stem cells and melanocyte st...
Strength Training: The Surprising Key to Better Sleep for Seniors - AI Podcast
05 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Insomnia affects up to 20% of older adults, causing fatigue, irritability and increasing risks of serious health problems like dep...
DMSO: The Forgotten Therapy for Cancer, Pain, and Beyond - AI Podcast
04 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO), a forgotten gem from the 1960s, effectively treats a broad spectrum of conditions, including strokes, t...
Beta-Glucans: The Immune Superhero in Your Pantry - AI Podcast
04 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Beta-glucans are natural compounds found in foods like oats, mushrooms and barley that significantly enhance immune function by ac...
PFAS: The Chemical Threat in Your Tap Water - AI Podcast
04 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance PFAS, known as "forever chemicals," are man-made substances found in everyday products that contaminate drinking water and remain ...
The Gut Revolution: Controlling Blood Sugar Naturally - AI Podcast
03 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Type 2 diabetes affects 10.5% of adults globally, projected to rise to 12.2% by 2045, with 90% of cases being Type 2 diabetes A st...
Conquering PCOS: Lifestyle Changes for Hormonal Harmony
03 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance PCOS affects 6% to 20% of reproductive-age women, causing irregular periods, unwanted hair growth and fertility issues, but can be...
Noise-Canceling Headphones: Silent Threat to Your Ears? - AI Podcast
03 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Noise-canceling headphones work by creating opposing sound waves to cancel outside noise, originally developed for pilots but now ...
America's Health Crisis: Why We're Spending More and Getting Sicker - AI Podcast
02 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance The U.S. spends over $4.5 trillion annually on health care, yet chronic disease rates continue to rise; heart disease, cancer and ...
Big Pharma's Influence: Industry Money in Medicine - AI Podcast
02 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance U.S. medical specialists received billions in non-research payments from pharmaceutical and medical device companies between 2020 ...
Melatonin: The Unsung Hero for Muscle Health - AI Podcast
02 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Obesity and insulin resistance impair your mitochondrial function. This leads to muscle breakdown, reduced endurance and worsening...
Depression's Physical Toll: How it Impacts Chronic Disease
01 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Aside from being a mental health issue, depression also speeds up the onset of chronic illnesses like diabetes, heart disease and ...
Environmental Toxins Speed Up Aging and Increase Disease Risk
01 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Toxins in the environment make people age faster than normal, increasing the risk of chronic diseases like heart disease, cognitiv...
Is Vaping Ruining Your Smile? Gum Disease and E-Cigarettes
31 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Vaping increases plaque buildup and harmful bacteria in the mouth, leading to gum disease and long-term oral health issues E-cigar...
Dementia's Hidden Cause: Understanding Mitochondrial Dysfunction - AI Podcast
31 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Mitochondrial dysfunction is a key driver of neurodegeneration, with research showing that a single resting cortical neuron requir...
Cellular Revolution: Healing from the Inside Out - AI Podcast
29 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Daily habits like poor posture, shallow breathing and cluttered environments significantly drain your energy without your awarenes...
From Thinning to Thriving: Vitamins for Healthy Hair
29 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Vitamin deficiencies often cause hair loss, with nutrients like vitamins D, B12, A and iron playing key roles in maintaining healt...
C-Section Aftermath: What Your Doctor Might Not Tell You - AI Podcast
28 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance For more than a century, there has been a push to medicalize childbirth and transform it from a natural life event to something re...
How Exercise Can Cure Insomnia and More
28 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Regular exercise significantly improves sleep quality and duration, with studies showing that even 30 minutes of daily activity in...
Stop the Fatigue: Simple Fixes for Overwhelm and Exhaustion - AI Podcast
28 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Daily habits like poor posture, shallow breathing and cluttered environments significantly drain your energy without your awarenes...
The Insulin Resistance Epidemic: Why 99% of Us Are At Risk - AI Podcast
27 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance When cells become insulin resistant, they struggle to use glucose for energy, forcing your body to convert excess glucose into fru...
Digital Eye Strain: Your Guide to Prevention and Relief - AI Podcast
27 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Digital eye strain affects 55% to 81% of screen users, causing blurred vision, tired eyes, headaches and neck pain due to extended...
Overcoming Dizziness: Natural Solutions for Vertigo Relief - AI Podcast
27 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Vertigo causes a spinning sensation different from general dizziness and typically stems from inner ear issues, including displace...
The Healing Power of Light: Photobiomodulation - AI Podcast
26 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Photobiomodulation therapy utilizes specific light wavelengths — including 660 nanometers (nm), 850 nm and 1,050 nm — to stimu...
The Secret Breast Cancer Risk: Are Everyday Chemicals to Blame? - AI Podcast
26 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Women with moderate triclosan exposure face up to 2.33 times greater breast cancer risk Triclosan, found in 75% of Americans' urin...
The Hidden Signs of Aging: What Your Nails Are Telling You - AI Podcast
26 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Nail growth slows by 50% over a lifetime, making it a reliable indicator of overall aging and metabolic health Aging nails become ...
Boost Your Baby's Health: Optimizing Vitamin D During Pregnancy
25 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance First trimester vitamin D levels significantly affect baby length and preterm birth risk, with every 10 nmol/L increase in materna...
How Does Hot Lemon Water Benefit Your Health?
25 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Lemons are packed with nutrients like vitamin C, minerals and flavonoids that support immune function, digestion and provide power...
The Hidden Risks of Intermittent Fasting for Adolescents
25 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Long-term intermittent fasting disrupts insulin production in adolescents, which leads to poor blood sugar regulation and increase...
Butyrate: Your Gut's Secret Weapon for a Healthy Brain
24 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Butyrate, produced by gut bacteria when they ferment dietary fiber, acts as a signaling molecule in the gut-brain axis, influencin...
Dementia Risk and Your Sleeping Pills: The Alarming Connection
24 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Between 50 million and 70 million Americans struggle with sleep disorders, and 8.4% of adults take sleep medications regularly. Th...
From Heart to Bone: The Benefits of Vitamin K2
23 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Vitamin K2 helps prevent vascular calcification by guiding calcium away from your arteries and into your bones, reducing the risk ...
From Exhausted to Energized: Restoring Cellular Vitality
22 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance A body without cellular energy is like a car without fuel. Providing your body with the right nutrition, exercise, sleep and sunli...
Mangoes: The Metabolic Miracle Fruit?
22 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Research shows mangoes significantly improve insulin sensitivity in people with chronic low-grade inflammation by activating genes...
The Surprising Link Between Stress and Hearing Loss
22 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Chronic stress alters how your brain processes sound, making regular noises like conversations seem quieter while your ears remain...
Benzodiazepines: Understanding the Risks of Anxiety Meds
21 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Benzodiazepines (benzos), the go-to treatment for anxiety, cause several issues, especially for the elderly, like cognitive impair...
The Anti-Alzheimer's Workout: It's Easier Than You Think
21 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Animal research on rats found that aerobic exercise significantly reduced key markers of Alzheimer's disease, including a 63% decr...
The Memory Vitamin: How B12 Can Keep Your Mind Sharp
21 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Low vitamin B12 levels slow brain signals and thinking speed in seniors, affecting memory and focus Research shows vitamin B12 tre...
Forget Me Not: How Probiotics May Reverse Alzheimer's
20 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Probiotics may influence brain function through the gut-brain axis, offering benefits for neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheime...
Habit Hacking: How to Make New Behaviors Stick
20 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Contrary to popular belief, habits do not form in 21 days. Research shows it takes two to five months for a behavior to become aut...
Vitamin E: Protecting Babies from Food Allergies
20 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Vitamin E supports a healthy pregnancy — Vitamin E intake during pregnancy has been shown to reduce the risk of food allergies i...
Mitochondrial Dysfunction: The Root Cause of Aging and Disease?
19 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Suppression of mitochondrial ATP production prevents apoptosis and activates the NLRP3 inflammasome, a key player in inflammation ...
The Flower That Fights Disease: Gardenia's Hidden Power
19 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Genipin, derived from gardenia plants, restores nerve development, and reduces neurodegeneration in patients with familial dysauto...
Prostate Problems? It Might Be Your Metabolism!
19 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance BPH is not just a part of aging — While prostate enlargement becomes more common with age, research shows that metabolic dysfunc...
The Fall of Bread: From Staple to Stomach Ache
18 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Our ancestors consumed large quantities of bread (up to 16 pounds weekly for men and 8 pounds for women in the 1880s) without wide...
Beyond Fresh Breath: How Flossing Can Save Your Life
18 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Oral diseases now affect 3.5 billion people worldwide, making them the most widespread health conditions, yet many overlook their ...
Aspartame: The Silent Killer in Your Diet Soda?
18 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Aspartame triggers unnatural insulin spikes by stimulating the vagus nerve, leading to metabolic dysfunction and increased fat sto...
Is Iron Stealing Your Mind? The Alzheimer's Link
17 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Iron plays essential roles in brain function, helping transport oxygen and create neurotransmitters, but if excess iron accumulate...
Early-Onset Colon Cancer: Is Your Gut to Blame?
17 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Rising incidence of early-onset colorectal cancer is linked to changes in the gut microbiome, with specific bacterial strains prod...
New Strategies for Combating Reductive Stress in Diabetes
15 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance High blood sugar in Type 2 diabetes overwhelms cellular machinery like a chaotic factory, creating not just oxidative stress as pr...
The Healing Power of Honey: Manuka & Ohia Lehua
15 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Ohia Lehua honey demonstrates superior antioxidant properties compared to Manuka honey in vivo, significantly increasing total ant...
Overstimulated or Overwhelmed? Unmasking the Difference
15 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Overstimulation is a condition where your brain cannot process sensory information effectively, distinctly different from overwhel...
Stronger Than Cancer: How Fitness Fights Cancer
14 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance A 2025 meta-analysis of 46,694 cancer patients found that higher muscle strength and cardiovascular fitness reduced all-cause mort...
Toddler Brain Drain: The Truth About Screen Time
14 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Recent studies show toddlers are spending 60 to 90 minutes daily on screens, primarily television, despite recommendations against...
The Shocking Truth About Bird Flu
14 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance A massive industry exists to prevent pandemics, but despite receiving billions each year, it routinely fails to prevent pandemics ...
Sugar Shock: Unmasking the Hidden Dangers of Fructose
13 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Glucose and fructose, two simple sugars, behave differently in your body. Glucose provides quick energy while fructose goes direct...
Childhood Cancer & The Fields: Uncovering the Pesticide Link
13 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Nebraska study reveals a 10% increase in pesticide exposure is linked to 36% rise in childhood brain cancers, 23% increase in leuk...
Vitamin D: The Unexpected Key to Healing Wounds
13 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Keloids are an extreme overreaction of the body's wound healing process, causing thick, raised scars that continue to grow beyond ...
Vitamin K: The Nutrient Your Bones Need
12 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Vitamin K is crucial for bone health beyond its role in blood clotting, with deficiencies linked to increased fracture risk and os...
Gut Check: Is Your Microbiome Making You Miserable?
12 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Gut bacteria called Morganella morganii produce unusual fats that contain diethanolamine (DEA), an environmental micropollutant; t...
From Infections to Heart Failure: The Unexpected Link
12 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Heart failure affects 6.7 million Americans over the age of 20, and this number is expected to reach 8.5 million by 2030. Globally...
Chlorine-Washed Chicken: Is Your Dinner Safe?
11 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Conventional chicken is often soaked in chemical baths, including chlorine solutions, to reduce bacterial contamination — a prac...
Don't Wait, Start Now: Protecting Your Child's Brain From Dementia
11 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Childhood cardiovascular risk factors, such as higher body mass index and rapid weight gain, are associated with structural differ...
Marigold Power: The Unexpected Superfood
11 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Story at-a-glance Marigolds are a rich source of lutein, tocopherols and phytosterols, which support eye health, immune function and cardiovascular ...