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February 18, 2019

Top Ashwagandha Benefits

Volunteers with a history of chronic stress who took 300 milligrams twice a day of this substance referred to as 'odor of a horse' reported significant reductions in stress, and their cortisol levels dropped by an average of almost 28 percent after...

Top Benefits of Flaxseed

Flaxseed is rich in fiber, lignans and anti-inflammatory plant metabolites. Data reveal they feed beneficial bacteria, reduce your obesity risk and may help improve bone density. I’ll share how you can easily incorporate them every day.

Health Benefits of Passion Fruit

Creamy, sweet and sour, and loaded with seeds, the aromatic passion fruit is not as common in the west as it is in the hot, dry areas of the world where it's grown, but a new appreciation for its nutritional aspects is causing an upsurge in interest...

Weekly Health Quiz: Exercise, Hypnosis and Facebook

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

February 18, 2019

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February 17, 2019

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How Your Subconscious Can Improve Your Health and Change Your Life

Ever been caught in a negative 'broken record' thought pattern, where you can't stop your brain from going around in circles? Here's a quick way to snap out of it - so powerful it can even reduce bleeding and treat irritable bowel syndrome more...

One-Pan Paleo Chicken Paprikash Recipe

Chicken is a versatile meat that can be transformed into hearty dishes, but you don't have to stick with frying, roasting or grilling. It's time to spice up your meals with this classic, savory Hungarian dish.

An Introduction to Molluscum Contagiosum

Characterized by the presence of numerous small bumps on the skin, molluscum contagiosum can affect children and adults alike, and last for multiple years. Learn what triggers this illness and how to reduce your risk of being infected with it.

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Heads Up: FDA Wants More Power to Control Your Supplements

In what amounts to a few bad apples spoiling the whole bunch, problems with a few supplement makers have prompted U.S. Food and Drug Administration commissioner Dr. Scott Gottlieb to call for Congress to strength the FDA’s authority over...

February 17, 2019

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February 16, 2019

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Raging Against Plastic: New Investigation Exposes Supermarket’s Role in Plastic Pollution

When a whale found malnourished and dying off the coast of Norway had to be put down, scientists discovered this inside its stomach and intestine (upon autopsy), which was causing blockages and pain. You're consuming it too, and it can set off a...

White Pepper Versus Black Pepper: Which Is Better?

Black and white pepper come from the same plant and offer similar, yet extraordinary, benefits to your health. In choosing which to use, the decision comes down to which flavor you like better — and which color you prefer for your food’s visual...

Marigolds Can Brighten up Your Life With Their Various Health Benefits

Marigolds are famously used as an ornamental plant because of the vibrant golden yellow flowers. But aside from its attractive appearance, it also offers various health benefits. Learn more about this herb's medicinal uses.

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Love Is Good for the Heart, No Matter the Day

If your heart skips a beat and your feelings are more upbeat when you’re around someone you love, take heart: Love is good for your heart and nervous system. As reported by CNN Health, studies show that blood pressure not only decreases...

February 16, 2019

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February 15, 2019

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Top Tips on How to Get Fit After 50

What type of exercise is increasingly important as you age to help you shed excess flab, promote healthy bone strength, maintain good posture and normalize hormone production, especially for perimenopausal women? It may not be what you think.

Sweat Sensor Will Soon Be Able to Tell if You're Dehydrated

Adhesive patches are able to detect minute levels of chemicals in your sweat, helping alert you to dehydration and can be used for noninvasive early detection of cystic fibrosis, diabetes and mental illnesses, and to track athletic performance.

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Rockabye — You? New Sleep Research Shows Rocking Works for Adults, Too

It’s only natural to sit and rock a baby to sleep, but did you know that your body doesn’t appear to outgrow the sleep-inducing nature of rocking? BGR reports that adults sleep better when they’re rocked like babies, as evidenced...

February 15, 2019

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February 14, 2019

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Top Tips to Cope With Seasonal Affective Disorder

Millions are affected by this every winter, with symptoms including oversleeping, intense carbohydrate cravings, overeating and more. If you're nodding your head, this is the best treatment available.

Be Kind and Loving to Yourself — It’s Good for You

People tend to be nicer to friends and even strangers than they are to themselves, but practicing self-compassion is important for your health and happiness. Learning to be kind and loving to yourself, i.e., having self-compassion, is a habit that...

Catnip: An Herb That You and Your Cat Would Love

Catnip is famous for its amusing effects on cats, but did you know that it offers a lot of health benefits and uses for both kitties and humans alike? Learn more about this herb and why you should add it to your home garden or your kitchen pantry.

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Can’t Sleep? Maybe It’s All in Your Gut

New research suggests the solution to insomnia might be as easy as changing your diet and adding beneficial probiotics to your gut, The Guardian reports. While it’s a new concept, scientists said what they do know about the relationship...

February 14, 2019

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February 13, 2019

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Is It Time to Forget Facebook?

Facebook has repeatedly been caught doing this, and it seems precious little is being done to correct these shortcomings. A personal attack on you could be just around the corner if Facebook's 'origins' are anything to go by, or a scammer runs rogue...

Why Cigarette Butts Are Still Among the Worst Forms of Pollution

While they may appear to be biodegradable, cigarette butts contain plastics that take up to 10 years to decompose and rank as the top pollution item collected on beaches. I provide simple strategies to help protect our food and water supply.

Diapers, Menstrual Pads and Tampons Are Full of Toxic Chemicals

Women using tampons have 7.5 years’ exposure to toxins responsible for significant health damage. By switching to organic cotton diapers, sanitary pads and tampons, you can significantly reduce exposure to toxins found to accumulate in your body.

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5 Ways to Deal With Anger — and Possibly Head Off Depression, Too

If you’re feeling irritable or unusually angry about all sorts of things lately, there’s a possibility that you may be depressed and not realize it. According to NPR , anger isn’t a symptom listed in the “bible” of...

February 13, 2019

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February 12, 2019

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Nearly Half of American Adults Have Cardiovascular Disease

According to the latest statistic, a whopping 48 percent suffer from this serious disease, and death rates are on the rise. The three factors that have the greatest influence on this disease are not what you think. This is what you need to be paying...

Health Chief at NIH Denies Vaccine Injuries Occur

Dr. Anthony Fauci, director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), denied that vaccines can and do cause injuries and death in an interview with CBS News, but the $4 billion in government payouts for vaccine injuries...

Rubber Chicken Recalled

Tyson Foods and Pilgrim's Pride have recalled more than 90,000 pounds of chicken nuggets contaminated with bits of rubber. If you have chicken nuggets in your freezer, check to be sure that they're not involved in the recent recalls - and reconsider...

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New Research: Binge Drinking Alters Your Genes

Enormous numbers of people are increasingly becoming binge drinkers — defined as consuming five or more drinks in two hours for men, or four or more for women — and researchers are trying to figure out why. To that end, Forbes reports...

February 12, 2019

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Can You Eat Marigolds?

Marigolds are a beautiful addition to your garden and as cut flowers on your table. They also have medicinal value in the treatment of skin conditions, cramps, infections and more. Consider making your own tea, oil and salve at home.

Fruit Juices Are Often Loaded With Arsenic and Lead

New research shows that besides the added sugars to watch for in fruit juice, there's another concerning problem: In nearly half the 45 fruit juices tested, potentially harmful levels of heavy metals, including lead, mercury, arsenic and cadmium wer...

Weekly Health Quiz: Sucralose, Potatoes and Dementia

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

Researchers Call for Immediate Revision of Sun Avoidance Recommendations

Recommending agencies are shortchanging your needs and undermining your health. Researchers are calling for an immediate revision of public health recommendations regarding this critical nutrient. This is how you've been misled and misinformed.

What You Need to Know About Trichomoniasis

Although trichomoniasis is an STI that may be treated, you must learn how you can be potentially affected by it. Check out this guide to know about this infection's causes and symptoms, and know how you can lower your risk for this condition.

The Endocannabinoid System and the Important Role It Plays in Human Health

This deficiency has been identified in people who have migraines, fibromyalgia, irritable bowel syndrome, and inflammatory and neurological conditions. The substance that fixes it has been outlawed since 1938, however the latest farm bill just signe...

Wonderful Egg, Bacon and Nori Roll Ups with Avocado and Lettuce Recipe

If you're looking for a satisfying dish that will not get in the way of your health goals, look no further than this Egg, Bacon and Nori Roll Ups With Avocado and Lettuce recipe, which combines flavors from the East and the West. Try making some tod...

Could a Root Canal Be the Cause of Your Chronic Health Problem?

It's often the reason behind 'bad luck' when people get struck down with a heart attack despite healthy cholesterol and lipids. Also linked to chronic anxiety, fatigue, nausea, dizziness and insomnia - avoid this like the plague.

Earl Grey: The Bergamot-Infused Tea

Made from an infusion of black tea and oil of bergamot, Earl Grey tea is a soothing drink that offers a plethora of benefits. Although the exact beginnings of this tea have been lost to history, it still remains a top favorite among tea connoisseurs...

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Top Ashwagandha Benefits

Top Benefits of Flaxseed

Health Benefits of Passion Fruit

Weekly Health Quiz: Exercise, Hypnosis and Facebook

How Your Subconscious Can Improve Your Health and Change Your Life

One-Pan Paleo Chicken Paprikash Recipe

An Introduction to Molluscum Contagiosum

Heads Up: FDA Wants More Power to Control Your Supplements

Raging Against Plastic: New Investigation Exposes Supermarket’s Role in Plastic Pollution

White Pepper Versus Black Pepper: Which Is Better?

Marigolds Can Brighten up Your Life With Their Various Health Benefits

Love Is Good for the Heart, No Matter the Day

Top Tips on How to Get Fit After 50

Sweat Sensor Will Soon Be Able to Tell if You're Dehydrated

Rockabye — You? New Sleep Research Shows Rocking Works for Adults, Too

Top Tips to Cope With Seasonal Affective Disorder

Be Kind and Loving to Yourself — It’s Good for You

Catnip: An Herb That You and Your Cat Would Love

Can’t Sleep? Maybe It’s All in Your Gut

Is It Time to Forget Facebook?

Why Cigarette Butts Are Still Among the Worst Forms of Pollution

Diapers, Menstrual Pads and Tampons Are Full of Toxic Chemicals

5 Ways to Deal With Anger — and Possibly Head Off Depression, Too

Nearly Half of American Adults Have Cardiovascular Disease

Health Chief at NIH Denies Vaccine Injuries Occur

Rubber Chicken Recalled

New Research: Binge Drinking Alters Your Genes

What Is Turmeric Good For?

Bone Broth Recipe

All You Need to Know About Canker Sores

What Is Copper Sulfate Used For?

Anise Oil: This Licorice-Flavored Oil Offers Body-Wide Benefits

Echinacea Tea's Immune-Boosting Benefits

The Many Benefits of Sage, the 'Savior' Herb

What Happens to Your Body When You Eat Gluten?