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May 23, 2019

How Sulforaphane in Broccoli May Benefit Those With Schizophrenia, Autism and Alzheimer’s

Think you have no power to help prevent heart disease and Alzheimer's? Here's one terrific food to benefit your heart and brain and help protect against oxidative stress, inflammation and DNA damage. Experience all the 'wow' you deserve, no matter...

Connecting the Dots — A Statement Opposing Fluoride

When you connect the dots between history, science and ethics, the case against water fluoridation becomes unbreakable, leading a growing number of experts to recommend discontinuing this dangerous practice in order to reduce the ingestion of toxic...

St. John’s Wort: A Potential Answer to Life’s Worries

Apart from its connection to St. John the Baptist, St. John's wort stands out from other herbs because of its impressive whole-body benefits. Discover how this plant can positively affect your health.

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8 Drinks to Avoid This Summer

Summertime is right around the corner and depending on where you live, that means scorching hot temps might be too. On a hot summer day, nothing feels more refreshing than quenching your thirst. While you should be filling up on water, there’s...

May 23, 2019

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May 22, 2019

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Consumer Reports' Recommends Sunscreens That Seep Poison Into Your Bloodstream

Follow CR's new sunscreen recommendations at your own risk. Your brain, hormones, cells and fertility could pay the price as they’re giving thumbs up to known toxins and health-harming ingredients. Their top picks may be the worst.

Why Calcium Propionate Is Strongly Linked to Diabetes and Autism

Calcium propionate, a manufactured food additive, is used to stop mold growth. Research finds the added propionate influences symptoms of diabetes and autism, and may alter your gut microbiome, affecting your overall health.

Harvard Keeping Sackler Name for Building Despite Opioid Lies

Prestigious institutions are being pressured to remove the Sackler name from buildings as the family has pushed the opioid epidemic. While Harvard argues Sackler died before the opioid was released, they are overlooking a crucial detail.

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Salmonella Outbreak Spreads to 21 States

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention released an investigation notice informing consumers of a salmonella outbreak that has reached 21 states and 52 people so far. According to the CDC, the investigation is still underway, but the outbreak...

May 22, 2019

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May 21, 2019

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How Coca-Cola Controls and Manipulates Research

They've set up contracts with researchers allowing them to bury research they fund that might detract from their image or profits. With the ability to trumpet positive findings and bury negative ones, science has now become more like an exercise in...

Harmful Effects of Fluoride Continue to Mount

Research linking water fluoridation to lower IQ, ADHD and thyroid problems continues to grow, and a Fluoride Action Network campaign is building momentum to warn moms-to-be of the dangers of fluoride exposure during pregnancy.

Bayer Ordered to Pay $2 Billion in Third Roundup Lawsuit

The third verdict is in, and Bayer is slapped with a $2-billion verdict because a jury ruled Roundup herbicide caused chronic disease in two more victims. This time, a husband and wife both developed Non-Hodgkin lymphoma after using the chemical for...

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The Paradox of Ultraprocessed Foods

If your diet isn’t made up of fresh, whole foods, you’re doing it wrong. Not surprisingly, a recent study found that ultraprocessed foods cause weight gain. People who eat a lot processed food consume more calories (and sugar) compared...

May 21, 2019

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May 20, 2019

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May 20 Is World Bee Day

They work hard in nature, indirectly providing you with food and natural beauty. Yet they're threatened with extinction thanks to a whole lot of human blunders - losing motor coordination and more. What can you do personally? Plenty. No. 1 is to...

New Study Shows Skullcap Herb Repairs Brain Injury

Skullcap herb contains a high amount of scutellarin, a plant compound found to protect your brain, liver, kidneys and more, including reducing cell death and damage following traumatic brain injury.

Cognitive Benefits of Magnesium L-Threonate

Some people's brains shrink with age more than others. What makes the difference? Researchers pin it on the steady declines in both the number of and working ability of our brain cells and the synapses that function as cerebral 'switchboards.' It's...

Weekly Health Quiz: Glyphosate, Exercise and Sleep

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

May 20, 2019

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May 19, 2019

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Why Glucose and Glutamine Restrictions Are Essential in the Treatment of Cancer

It's not the way to detect - or manage - a tumor, even a benign one. Offers no inherent value and a whole lot of risk. Especially risk of turning marginally aggressive tumor cells into wildly aggressive ones. Instead, do this first. Typically, it...

Understanding Schizophrenia and Its Common Misconceptions

There's a significant lack of understanding and education on how to cope with mental diseases like schizophrenia. Although it develops slowly, there are some early indicators you can watch out for. Here are facts about schizophrenia you should know.

Cooking Kale: The Best Ways to Prepare This Superfood

Kale is a superfood that can be eaten raw or cooked in different ways. But what’s the best way to bring out its sweet flavor and sidestep the bitter taste? Here’s a guide to help you out.

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Soy Protein Can ‘Boost’ Heart Health: Fact or Fiction?

Just as the U.S. Food and Drug Administration is planning to remove soy from its list of heart-healthy foods , a recent meta-analysis suggests rethinking the notion . Published in the 2019 Journal of Nutrition, this new study claims that soy protein...

May 19, 2019

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May 18, 2019

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The Secret Ingredients in a Nonorganic Diet Harm You

Could you be doing everything you've been told is healthy and still be poisoning your loved ones?? This former triathlete's experience says yes, but she made this switch and saw dramatic results within weeks - and all the chronic health problems...

An Unrecognized Sign of High Blood Pressure

Although high blood pressure often has no symptoms, if it is uncontrolled it may silently cause significant vascular damage. If you have this symptom get your blood pressure checked and consider making these recommended changes.

Does Banana Tea Really Help With Sleep Problems?

Banana tea has been touted to help with sleep ailments, but does it really live up to the hype? Before you brew yourself a cup, learn important facts about this beverage, and be the judge if it's worth your time and effort.

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7 Ways to Overcome Chronic Fatigue Naturally

There are a whole slew of reasons why you might constantly feel tired , ranging from simple — like skimping on sleep — to more complex — like chronic fatigue syndrome. If you are skimping on sleep, that’s an easy fix. Do your...

May 18, 2019

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May 17, 2019

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Cannabis Found to Increase Exercise Enjoyment and Motivation

The fear is it may worsen your health, making you lazy, unmotivated and lethargic - but nothing could be further from the truth according to recent research - showing those who use it enjoy far more minutes of exercise on a weekly basis.

Do You Know the Importance of Strong Pelvic Floor Muscles?

Pelvic floor muscles support your lower spine, help control your bowel and bladder and are often accidentally ignored. Strong pelvic muscles can help reduce pain and improve quality of life. I'll share simple exercises you may do anywhere.

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The Most Effective Form of Stretching — Are You Doing This?

You’ve probably heard that stretching is an important part of injury prevention, but that’s not the only benefit it offers. Flexibility is likely the most overlooked part of a workout routine. Even if you’re not a professional...

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Soda Sales Plummet — Thanks to This

It’s no secret that soda and other sugary drinks are terrible for you. They wreak havoc on your body from the inside out. It seems that the health risks alone aren’t enough to deter some people from downing soda, but a recent study shows...

May 17, 2019

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Sleeping Pills Get Black Box Warning Following Accidental Deaths

If you have trouble sleeping, please don't do this. It can increase your risk of death by up to 5.3 times, yet the benefits are negligible at best. Is it really worth the side effects, including headache, dizziness, fatigue, memory impairment and an...

How Obesity Affects the Brain

Studies show obesity is linked to lower volume in the brain's gray matter, as well as changes in brain areas related to motivation, action and cognitive function. It also appears to increase the risk of neurodegeneration via multiple pathways, inclu...

Purslane: The Weed With Wholesome Health Benefits

Purslane has always been regarded as an unwelcome guest in the gardening world, but it actually has numerous health benefits that you shouldn’t ignore.

USDA Sued Over Failure to Address High Rates of Fecal Bacteria on Chicken

Of all the foods you eat, this one is most likely to land you in bed (or the hospital) with food poisoning - tainted by Campylobacter, Salmonella and E. coli. A full 48% of them tested positive for E. coli, commonly found in poop. How much of this u...

Your Doctor's Lab Coat Is Likely Contaminated

A doctor's white coat has long been a part of medical tradition, sometimes imparting anxiety and other times improving patient satisfaction. It may be time to ditch the coat in favor of patient safety and reducing bacterial contamination.

Why You Should Never Buy Precut Fruit

It's time to steer clear of the precut fruit at the grocery store. While slightly more convenient, there have been two outbreaks of Salmonella poisoning in precut fruit in as many years. I'll share ways to clean your produce and support your immune ...

What’s the Truth Behind MMR Vaccine Testing?

Worse, the study group sizes were too small, much smaller than trials for medications. On top of that, alarming levels of subjects became ill within the 42-day follow-up period (also too short). But they're forcing people to comply anyway or be fine...

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Bayer Loses Third Trial - Jury Awards $2 Billion!

Bayer's $63 billion pesticide company merger in 2018 came riddled with liability in the form of glyphosate's toxic legacy. As courts continue to award multimillion-dollar judgments to those who have been harmed by this chemical, investors expressed ...

Inoculating Against Manipulation

Teenagers are notorious for rebelling against authority. New research shows you can use this to their advantage by revealing the true motives behind junk food advertising. Learning they're being manipulated prompts teens to make healthier food choic...

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How Sulforaphane in Broccoli May Benefit Those With Schizophrenia, Autism and Alzheimer’s

Connecting the Dots — A Statement Opposing Fluoride

St. John’s Wort: A Potential Answer to Life’s Worries

8 Drinks to Avoid This Summer

Consumer Reports' Recommends Sunscreens That Seep Poison Into Your Bloodstream

Why Calcium Propionate Is Strongly Linked to Diabetes and Autism

Harvard Keeping Sackler Name for Building Despite Opioid Lies

Salmonella Outbreak Spreads to 21 States

How Coca-Cola Controls and Manipulates Research

Harmful Effects of Fluoride Continue to Mount

Bayer Ordered to Pay $2 Billion in Third Roundup Lawsuit

The Paradox of Ultraprocessed Foods

May 20 Is World Bee Day

New Study Shows Skullcap Herb Repairs Brain Injury

Cognitive Benefits of Magnesium L-Threonate

Weekly Health Quiz: Glyphosate, Exercise and Sleep

Why Glucose and Glutamine Restrictions Are Essential in the Treatment of Cancer

Understanding Schizophrenia and Its Common Misconceptions

Cooking Kale: The Best Ways to Prepare This Superfood

Soy Protein Can ‘Boost’ Heart Health: Fact or Fiction?

The Secret Ingredients in a Nonorganic Diet Harm You

An Unrecognized Sign of High Blood Pressure

Does Banana Tea Really Help With Sleep Problems?

7 Ways to Overcome Chronic Fatigue Naturally

Cannabis Found to Increase Exercise Enjoyment and Motivation

Do You Know the Importance of Strong Pelvic Floor Muscles?

The Most Effective Form of Stretching — Are You Doing This?

Soda Sales Plummet — Thanks to This

Inform Yourself About Pasteurized Milk

Creamy Keto ‘Potato’ Salad Recipe

An Introduction to Gonorrhea

Optimizing Your Chromium Levels May Help Regulate Blood Sugar

Frankincense Oil: The 'King' of Oils

Echinacea Tea's Immune-Boosting Benefits

How Bacopa Can Help Improve Your Cognitive Function

Apple Cider Vinegar Benefits and Uses