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October 19, 2019

Flint’s Deadly Water

It was scandalous then and now. This state covered up a trail of death by Legionnaires' and disability by lead. Have their feet been held to the fire? And how bad was the real (not just the official) harm? Don't miss this report. And don't assume...

tea bags contain plastic — Tea With or Without Plastic?

Tea can be wonderfully soothing and comforting. Full of phytonutrients and antioxidants, it's also good for your health. However, researchers recently found far more plastic in one type of teabag than in most other foods. I'll share what type is...

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The Heart Disease Link You Didn’t Know About

You may know that risk factors of heart disease include insulin resistance, Type 2 diabetes and chronic inflammation, but did you know that your teeth might play a role? According to a new study , losing teeth is associated with a higher risk of...

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Can Private Hospital Rooms Help Combat Hospital Infections?

If you’ve been hospitalized recently, you may have found yourself with a room of your own — reducing the need to pull the separating curtain as far as it can go to avoid getting too close to the stranger coughing in the bed next to you....

October 19, 2019

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October 18, 2019

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Should You Stretch Before or After Exercise, or Both?

You're told stretch, stretch, stretch - but the bulk of scientific evidence doesn't actually support this theory. To the contrary, in fact: Most injury occurs as a result of one key factor, and stretching could actually encourage injury. Replace it...

grease the groove training — Greasing the Groove Training Principles

Greasing the Groove is a unique training method adopted by the Marine Corps and Navy SEALS to improve strength and endurance. The strategy may be used by people of all ages and abilities. While you may improve performance in one or two exercises, it...

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Restaurant Recalls More Than 2 Million Pounds of Beef

Popular fast food joint Taco Bell has voluntarily recalled 2.3 million pounds of seasoned beef from restaurant locations and distribution centers across 21 states, following a customer’s discovery of a metal shaving in their food, which...

October 18, 2019

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October 17, 2019

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Lack of Sleep and Chronic Disease Are a Risky Combo

Especially among those with a diagnosis for these two common diseases - it increases your all-cause mortality risk by 3.17 times, according to a recent study. Also leaves you open to diabetes and heart disease, even if you're healthy right now....

health benefits of living by the ocean — Health Benefits of Living Near the Ocean

Living near the coast may have a beneficial effect on mental health, affirming increasing research looking into the health benefits of 'blue spaces.' The benefits appear greatest for those living a half-mile or less from the coast, but even those...

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‘Joker’ Movie Highlights Struggles With Mental Health

In the new movie, “ Joker,” detailing the life of the infamous DC Comics villain, Joaquin Phoenix plays Arthur Fleck, a downtrodden man who erupts into uncontrollable laughter at the most inappropriate moments, according to MSN news ....

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Amazon’s Bestselling Hemp Contains CBD, Despite No CBD Policy

According to Amazon’s official policy, the sale of hemp products containing CBD is prohibited. Despite the fact, entering “CBD” in the search bar will provide you with over 10,000 results, with products ranging from hemp oil,...

October 17, 2019

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October 16, 2019

vitamin c thiamine and hydrocortisone for sepsis patients

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Vitamin C Lowers Mortality in Severe Sepsis

Each year, an estimated 1 million people get sepsis or blood poisoning, and up to half die. The priciest condition treated in hospitals, this novel therapy could change all that while reducing mortality from 40% to only 8.5%.

bacteria growing in washing machine — Washing Machines Spreading Deadly Superbugs

Recently published data show one washing machine spread a bacterium in a nursery with babies from 1 to 4 weeks old. The scientists cautioned that those doing laundry for people who are susceptible to infection may need to take precautions. I'll...

is colonoscopy worth the risk — Is a Colonoscopy Worth the Risk?

There are several pitfalls associated with a colonoscopy, not the least of which is death. One international team of experts weighed the evidence to determine the risk-benefit ratio. You may be surprised by the results. You'll want to take these...

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250 Million Children Will Be Obese by 2030

Childhood obesity is rising exponentially worldwide as the relentless marketing of junk foods reaches around the globe and governments do too little to protect their children’s health, according to The Guardian . The number of obese children...

October 16, 2019

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October 15, 2019

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Children Taken From Parents Who Refuse Vitamin K Shot

Not only can you be labeled a dreaded anti-vaxxer in the making, you may also be branded for negligence. All for exercising your right to choose what's best for your loved ones. But be forewarned, depending on where you live, you could suffer...

gmo avocados — GMO Avocados in Development

Scientists have mapped out the genome of the avocado, paving the way for genetic modification. GMO avocados haven't been created yet, but research is in the works to create GE avocados that can resist disease or survive in different climates.

bristol bay pebble mine salmon — Would You Trade the World’s Most Nutritious Food for Gold?

A mine facility spanning more than 8,000 acres is proposed for Bristol Bay, Alaska, home to one of the most pristine sockeye salmon habitats in the world. Mining for gold and other metals in the region could come at the ultimate price - the...

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7 Foods That Help Maintain Cholesterol Levels

Unhealthy lifestyle choices is one of the primary reasons behind high cholesterol, according to the Times Now News . Cholesterol is a wax-like substance produced in the liver and has many important functions. It helps to keep the walls of cells...

October 15, 2019

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October 14, 2019

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Health Benefits of MSM — A Powerful Sulfur Donor

And that's just the tip of the iceberg. It's the third most abundant mineral in your body and deficiency appears to also play a role in a wide range of other diseases including heart disease, chronic fatigue syndrome and Alzheimer's.

astragalus benefits — This Flowering Legume Has Wide-Ranging Health Benefits

Astragalus, a perennial flowering legume widely used in China, is able to protect your mitochondria and proving to be useful in treating chronic diseases.

vitamin a for skin — Vitamin A Can Save Your Skin

Recent data show eating the equivalent of two large carrots each day may be enough to reduce your risk of skin damage. Vitamin D, vitamin B3 and astaxanthin offer additional benefits; I'll share how to easily enjoy those advantages.

week 99 health quiz — Weekly Health Quiz: Dementia and Cholesterol

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

October 14, 2019

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October 13, 2019

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Cancer and the New Biology of Water

Could tumors be caused by a problem with the water in your cells? According to this physician, the core cause of malignancy may not be your genes or even your cells' mitochondria. Rather, the cytoplasm, or the structured water in your cells, may be...

slow cooker recipe — Delicious Slow Cooker Recipes That Are Worth the Wait

Quick meals are great, but did you know that slow cooking brings out deep flavors from your food? It also gives meats their tender, 'fall off the bone' texture. Discover the advantages of using a slow cooker with these recipes you can make at home.

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Do You Have a Microbrewery in Your Gut?

Several years ago, a woman in New York was charged with a DUI when police officers found her blood alcohol level to be four times the legal limit. Fast forward, and she was acquitted of the charge, due to the diagnosis of a rare condition called...

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This Simple Trait Could Increase Longevity by 24%

There are plenty of lifestyle factors that could help you live longer, from eating a healthy diet and avoiding processed foods, to getting plenty of quality sleep and staying physically active. But according to a new study , there’s something...

October 13, 2019

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Heart of the Matter Documentary

You've been told to be wary of cholesterol, but it all stems from a myth dating back to the 1950s where results were omitted from 16 countries. Here's what's really going on, and it's so accurate vested interests 'convinced' ABC to rescind this TV s...

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Can Wasabi Break Your Heart?

A woman mistook wasabi for avocado and ate a large spoonful, only to experience sudden chest pain. After a trip to the emergency room, she was diagnosed with takotsubo cardiomyopathy, also known as broken heart syndrome, brought on by the stressful ...

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Major Junk Food Company Collapses

It's one of the biggest stories of the decade. This relentless junk food giant is shutting down - complete with new name, agenda, goals and leadership. You showed them. Their money-laundering scheme (and all the rest) backfired. So savor your victor...

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Air Pollution Now Strongly Linked to Mental Illness

The air you breathe affects your overall health, including that of your brain. Three recent studies link exposure to polluted air to mental health risks, including depression, anxiety and inflammation in the brain, in children - some of the most vul...

How Gait Analysis Can Be Used to Diagnose Dementia Type

Alzheimer's and Lewy body dementia are two conditions that are difficult to differentiate in their early stages. However, researchers have now discovered that each has its own distinct gait pattern. Find out the other little-known early warning sign...

vegetarian choline deficiency — Vitamins Supplements

Do Plant-Based Meals Risk Brain and Nutrient Deficiencies?

If you follow a strict vegetarian or vegan way of eating devoid of eggs, meat and dairy products, you could be at risk of choline deficiency. Choline is an essential nutrient that many are lacking, which could affect cognitive function and memory fo...

legionnaires disease in drinking water — Water

Water Poisoning Alerts Hidden From Public

Nearly seven years ago, we were warned that the drinking water infrastructure across the country was nearing the end of its useful life, yet nothing has been done to fix the problem. And now media coverage reveals many toxic water incidences are bei...

JUUL E-Cigs Going Up in Smoke

Recent health concerns triggered JUUL to pull advertising, drastically change company policies and replace the CEO. These activities greatly influenced a merger failure. As JUUL faces an uncertain future, Philip Morris plans the release of a treache...

Moral Implications of Aborted Fetuses in Vaccine Production

Should the religious vaccine exemption be abolished? For certain individuals, the decision of whether to vaccinate boils down to the origins of the vaccines themselves. Not all are willing to accept the use of 58-year-old aborted fetal cell lines in...

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Flint’s Deadly Water

Tea With or Without Plastic?

The Heart Disease Link You Didn’t Know About

Can Private Hospital Rooms Help Combat Hospital Infections?

Should You Stretch Before or After Exercise, or Both?

Greasing the Groove Training Principles

Restaurant Recalls More Than 2 Million Pounds of Beef

Lack of Sleep and Chronic Disease Are a Risky Combo

Health Benefits of Living Near the Ocean

‘Joker’ Movie Highlights Struggles With Mental Health

Amazon’s Bestselling Hemp Contains CBD, Despite No CBD Policy

Vitamin C Lowers Mortality in Severe Sepsis

Washing Machines Spreading Deadly Superbugs

Is a Colonoscopy Worth the Risk?

250 Million Children Will Be Obese by 2030

Children Taken From Parents Who Refuse Vitamin K Shot

GMO Avocados in Development

Would You Trade the World’s Most Nutritious Food for Gold?

7 Foods That Help Maintain Cholesterol Levels

Health Benefits of MSM — A Powerful Sulfur Donor

This Flowering Legume Has Wide-Ranging Health Benefits

Vitamin A Can Save Your Skin

Weekly Health Quiz: Dementia and Cholesterol

Cancer and the New Biology of Water

Delicious Slow Cooker Recipes That Are Worth the Wait

Do You Have a Microbrewery in Your Gut?

This Simple Trait Could Increase Longevity by 24%

What Are Yams Good For?

Mouthwatering Braised Pork Shanks Recipe

Introduction to Hypoglycemia

Capsaicin: A Spicy Supplement That May Deliver Well-Rounded Benefits to Your Health

Evening Primrose Oil May Help Improve Skin and Hair Health

Black Tea May Be Good for Your Heart Health, Gut Flora and More

How Bacopa Can Help Improve Your Cognitive Function

What Happens to Your Body When You Eat Gluten?