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November 12, 2018

Alkaline Water or Hydrogen Water — Which One Is Better for You?

A false hypothesis has been spun into this zero evidence fad, with this popular series of books. Yet the author was sentenced to three years in jail in 2017. Please be careful, and dig deeper to get the real facts.

Fermented Dairy Protects Your Heart

A 20-year observational study from Finland suggests eating kefir, yogurt and other fermented dairy products may protect you against heart disease. Middle-aged Finnish men who consumed the highest amount of fermented dairy products had a 27 percent...

What Are the Benefits of Vitamin B1, Thiamine?

A resurgence in the benefits of thiamine, aka vitamin B1, has been ongoing in recent years. Studies show the importance of adequate thiamine intake for cognitive function, as well as for patients with heart failure. A deficiency, on the other hand,...

Weekly Health Quiz: Sleep, Spirulina and Microplastics

Take this week's quiz to see how well you remember what you read on Mercola.com last week.

November 12, 2018

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November 11, 2018

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Ketogenic Keys to Unlock the Secrets of Good Fats, Bad Fats and Great Health

It literally gets into your cells and damages the mitochondria, the DNA - and messes with the fluidity of your membranes, affecting how things flow into and out of the cell. The side effects are ghastly, and odds are your levels are way out of...

Here's One Way to Spice Up Your Cauliflower Rice

If you're looking for another way to enjoy cauliflower, why not try this Cajun Cauliflower Dirty Rice recipe? It's loaded with meat, vegetables and spices that'll provide bursts of flavor, and help boost your health too.

Understanding Borderline Personality Disorder

Borderline personality disorder is a serious mental health issue that affects how a person thinks of themselves and of other people. It is characterized by extreme emotions, unstable self-image and impulsiveness. Find out more about this illness:...

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Here Is Why Skin Cancer Is More Common Among Men

Skin cancer rates are soaring all over the world in wealthy countries, especially among men, and one reason for that, the Daily Mail says, is because men are less likely to use sunscreen. Statistically, Australia has the most cases of skin cancer,...

November 11, 2018

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November 10, 2018

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The Science of Sleep and Sleep Deprivation

It almost immediately slows your reaction time and leaves you cognitively impaired, unable to make rational decisions. Quite frankly, there's no faster way to break down your immune function and make yourself sick.

Why Does Cold Weather Increase Your Risk for Heart Attack?

As the temperature dips below 32 degrees Fahrenheit, your risk of a heart attack rises when you're outside. Several factors contribute to this risk, which you may reduce by taking precautions.

Facts About Red Raspberry Leaf Tea

Red raspberry leaf tea has risen in popularity because it's said to help induce labor in pregnant women. However, research suggests that it has other useful applications. Discover what else red raspberry leaf tea has to offer and how you can make...

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Are Yoga and Meditation the New Thing to Do?

Nearly a third of adults and about 12 percent of children in the U.S. are turning to complementary medicine to treat health issues such as back pain, stress management and internal symptoms like irritable bowel syndrome, according to a report from...

November 10, 2018

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November 09, 2018

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Mustard Greens — An Easy to Grow Cool-Weather Crop

Check with your County Extension agent before planting this, as some areas have imposed restrictions on how and where you can grow it. The entire plant contains a potpourri of protective compounds, including antitumor, immune-boosting, antiviral,...

Caraway: A Plant With Diverse Culinary Applications, Plus a Few Potential Health Benefits

Ancient cultures have a long, storied history of using caraway for culinary and therapeutic uses. Discover what makes this plant a mainstay even in today's modern world.

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Canadian Doctors Urge Caution After FDA Approves Controversial New Opioid Pill

There’s a new pain pill about to enter the U.S. market, and Canadian doctors are criticizing the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for approving it. The drug, Dsuvia, dissolves under your tongue and is five to 10 times more powerful than...

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A List of All the Things Good About Smoking — Oh, Wait, There Isn’t One

We live in an era when it seems like everywhere you look, there’s another message telling you just how bad smoking is for your health. “Don’t do it,” is the message — and Health24 has compiled an updated list of health...

November 09, 2018

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November 08, 2018

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Phospholipid-Bound Omega-3 May Lower Alzheimer’s Risk in High-Risk Individuals

Raises your Alzheimer's risk up to 15-fold, and hits about 1 in 4 people with disrupted blood-brain junctions and poor glucose transport. Now a new study shows a stunning way to mend those issues, slow age of onset and improve symptoms. Start today...

New Study: Smelling Lavender Really Can Relax You

Linalool, a component found in lavender oil, produces relaxation without impairing movement like benzodiazepines and other antianxiety prescription medications.

What Benefits Can Cinnamon Leaf Oil Offer?

Cinnamon's insulin-like effects are well-known, especially among diabetics - but don't miss out on the essential oil. Cinnamon leaf oil, not to be confused with cinnamon bark oil, offers a plethora of uses, thanks to its antimicrobial and...

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Weather Data Show Cold Temperatures Raise Risk of Heart Attacks, Report Suggests

The temperatures are dropping and a new report in JAMA Cardiology is warning that, with the colder weather, your risk of a heart attack increases. You’ve probably heard that before, but what’s new is this is the first time a study has...

November 08, 2018

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November 07, 2018

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Researchers Find Microplastics in Stool Samples

You probably intuitively do this every day, but it can pummel your health, especially your gut, colon and liver. May even escape barriers to wreak havoc on your lymphatic system and elsewhere, even to the wider environment. Can we change course soon...

Lead Levels Linked to High Blood Pressure

Lead poisoning and/or periodontal disease may result in treatment-resistant high blood pressure, responsible for triggering destruction in multiple body organs. I'll share more strategies to keep your blood pressure within normal limits.

Mistletoe Injections for Tumor Treatment

Mistletoe extract, used in Europe for the tumor treatment, was part of Suzanne Somers' disease management. Since chemotherapy may increase tumor cell aggression, you may wish to consider several natural treatment options.

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Best Low Impact Exercises for Diabetics

Sometimes when you have special health conditions, for example, if you’re diabetic, and you want to begin a regular exercise program, it’s hard to decide what the best exercises are for your condition. If you’re diabetic and...

November 07, 2018

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November 06, 2018

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Two Breakfast Cereals You Should Absolutely Never Eat

At 2,746 ppb and 2,837 ppb, these two cereals contain nearly 18 times more of this toxin than the EWG's safety threshold. In fact, if it had to be listed on nutrition labels, it would be above vitamins D and B12 for this cereal.

Another Class of Pesticides Is Destroying Brains

Exposure to a class of pesticides called organophosphates (OPs) has been shown to put children at increased risk of behavioral and cognitive deficits and neurodevelopmental disorders. Based on data from 71 countries, a team of environmental and...

Coca-Cola's Moment of Panic

In an effort to pull in a new generation of drinkers and revive declining sales, this popular soda brand has launched four 'exotic' flavors - in smaller, redesigned cans - targeted at millennials. If you are a fan, know its consumption puts you at...

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FDA Approves Opioid Painkiller 1,000 Times Stronger Than Morphine

You read that right. The new painkiller, Dsuvia, is 1,000 times stronger than morphine. But what the headline doesn’t say is that it’s also 10 times stronger than fentanyl — the deadly drug that has quickly been replacing what now...

November 06, 2018

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Health Guides

Recipes
Try This Sweet and Healthy Chocolate Avocado Pudding

Diseases Directory
An Introduction to Gonorrhea

Vitamins and Supplements
Chlorophyll: How to Get This Valuable Nutrient From Your Diet

Herbal Oils
Crafty Uses for Carrot Seed Oil

Herbs and Spices
Alfalfa: Beneficial to Both Humans and Livestock Alike

Body Hacks
What Happens to Your Body When You Eat Gluten?

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Weekly Health Quiz: Infants, Nitrogen and Exercise

Take this week's quiz to see how well you remember what you read on Mercola.com last week.

New Ginger Study Makes Incredible Discovery

A new study exploring the phytochemical properties of ginger reveals its remarkable ability to detoxify radiation, industrial pollutants and pesticides. Further, with obesity and nonalcoholic fatty liver disease attributed to the liver, ginger has b...

What Are the Benefits of Spirulina Powder?

If you blasted off into space and could take only one food, it might be this, as NASA considers feeding it to astronauts on possible missions to Mars. With plentiful antioxidants and protein, it requires 10 times less water than other vegetables to ...

Can Iodine Boost Your IQ?

Studies have shown that pregnant women with low levels of iodine impact their babies' cognitive and neurodevelopmental health. Among the rest of the population, even a moderate drop in iodine levels can cause a 10- to 15-point decrease in your IQ. C...

This Eye Disease Can Affect Anyone at Any Age

Pink eye, also known as conjunctivitis, is a disease that causes eye inflammation. Identify its different triggers and learn what you should do if you become infected.

These Healthy Meatballs Are Worth a Spot on Your Dining Table

Excellent-quality meat and a simple, fresh sauce make these Keto Meatballs a stellar savory dish for almost any occasion. If you want another ketogenic recipe to add to your arsenal, try making this today.

Healthy Gut, Healthy You: A Personalized Plan to Transform Your Health

Many people with gut issues assume they have IBS or are gluten intolerant. However, it's often this other sensitivity instead that can also cause pain, bloating or discomfort. Yet, it can spread throughout your entire body and show up as a skin or n...

Your Gut Is Your Second Brain

You won't look at this unique connection the same way again after you see the key role it plays in your mental health, stress and even the development of neurological diseases like Parkinson's. Some have proposed that this alternative may one day ta...

Sunshine Helps Kill Germs Indoors

The amount of bacteria lurking in household dust has been shown to be reduced by exposure to sunlight, drawing attention to how building features influence dust ecosystems. Now is the time to become educated about the chemicals and toxins knowns to ...

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Alkaline Water or Hydrogen Water — Which One Is Better for You?

Fermented Dairy Protects Your Heart

What Are the Benefits of Vitamin B1, Thiamine?

Weekly Health Quiz: Sleep, Spirulina and Microplastics

Ketogenic Keys to Unlock the Secrets of Good Fats, Bad Fats and Great Health

Here's One Way to Spice Up Your Cauliflower Rice

Understanding Borderline Personality Disorder

Here Is Why Skin Cancer Is More Common Among Men

The Science of Sleep and Sleep Deprivation

Why Does Cold Weather Increase Your Risk for Heart Attack?

Facts About Red Raspberry Leaf Tea

Are Yoga and Meditation the New Thing to Do?

Mustard Greens — An Easy to Grow Cool-Weather Crop

Caraway: A Plant With Diverse Culinary Applications, Plus a Few Potential Health Benefits

Canadian Doctors Urge Caution After FDA Approves Controversial New Opioid Pill

A List of All the Things Good About Smoking — Oh, Wait, There Isn’t One

Phospholipid-Bound Omega-3 May Lower Alzheimer’s Risk in High-Risk Individuals

New Study: Smelling Lavender Really Can Relax You

What Benefits Can Cinnamon Leaf Oil Offer?

Weather Data Show Cold Temperatures Raise Risk of Heart Attacks, Report Suggests

Researchers Find Microplastics in Stool Samples

Lead Levels Linked to High Blood Pressure

Mistletoe Injections for Tumor Treatment

Best Low Impact Exercises for Diabetics

Two Breakfast Cereals You Should Absolutely Never Eat

Another Class of Pesticides Is Destroying Brains

Coca-Cola's Moment of Panic

FDA Approves Opioid Painkiller 1,000 Times Stronger Than Morphine

What Are Eggplants Good For?

Try This Sweet and Healthy Chocolate Avocado Pudding

An Introduction to Gonorrhea

Chlorophyll: How to Get This Valuable Nutrient From Your Diet

Crafty Uses for Carrot Seed Oil

Chamomile Tea

Alfalfa: Beneficial to Both Humans and Livestock Alike

What Happens to Your Body When You Eat Gluten?