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February 18, 2020

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Super Bowl Control: You're Not Paranoid. They're Watching

Massive amounts of money are spent on getting your attention in advertising, not all of which is about the product. Here's how big tech industries are pulling the wool over your eyes.

Hidden Emails Reveal Pesticide Conspiracy

Pesticide companies engaged in an orchestrated effort to silence research showing environmental risks of neonicotinoid pesticides. Even as bees died, neonicotinoid usage increased, and pesticide companies have made billions by selling the chemicals...

Hazards in Your Cellphone

Hidden inside your cellphone is a warning you probably haven't seen, telling you to keep the phone 5 millimeters (mm) to 15 mm away from your body. If you normally carry the phone in your pocket or bra, or hold it against your ear when in use, you...

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Eating Out Is Harmful to Your Health

In today’s fast-paced world, it’s sometimes more convenient to eat out than prepare meals, but while it may be much easier, it’s much worse for your overall health. Half the food on the menu at a full service restaurant is...

February 18, 2020

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February 17, 2020

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Daily Aspirin — Healthy or Harmful?

Please be cautious about taking this - it may cause bleeding into your cholesterol plaque, which can actually trigger a heart attack or stroke. And if your health professional recommends it, make sure they're aware of your iron levels.

iodine antiviral antibacterial — Iodine Is a Strong Weapon Against Viral Infections

Iodine is a key component to your health and a strong antiviral and antibacterial compound. Be aware of the need to balance your iodine intake to protect your health.

Ferulic Acid From Rhodiola Is Great for Skin and Brain

New research on ferulic acid found in the rhodiola rosea plant finds it improves memory in test animals. It has also been found to provide photoprotection for skin in the sun's ultraviolet rays.

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

February 17, 2020

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February 16, 2020

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Your EMF Questions Answered, Part 1

Taking this first step may be the most important, as your body and brain need this to properly detox, heal and rejuvenate themselves. By doing it, some people have reported immediate improvements in health, including being able to stop certain...

How to Upgrade Your Brain, Optimize Your Body and Defy Aging

Upgrade your brain, optimize your body, defy aging and improve your energy with these longevity hacks that will also help you remain vibrant for as long as possible - including a widely underappreciated benefit everyone can benefit from.

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Corteva Will Stop Producing Neurotoxic Pesticide

Corteva, the world’s largest manufacturer of toxic pesticide chlorpyrifos , announced it will stop producing the chemical by the time 2020 comes to a close. Chlorpyrifos, used as an agricultural pesticide on corn, soybeans, almonds, cotton,...

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Device Keeps Organs Alive for 24 Hours to Save More Lives

Up until now, a donated heart had to be transplanted within six hours of donation in order for it to function in another human being. But a new device has changed that, and the result could be thousands of lives saved. Called ULiSSES, the device was...

February 16, 2020

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February 15, 2020

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Special Report: A Plastic Tide

There's a crisis brewing, and it's enough to shock even the most ardent environmentalist. Some of the worst offenders are simple items we use daily. See how you could make a difference by saying 'no.' These 12 strategies can go a long way toward...

Study Sheds Light on Common Cause of Back Pain

Research suggests cells called osteoclasts create a 'Swiss cheese-like' bony structure in your spine where soft cartilage should be. The spaces provide room for pain-sensing nerves to penetrate the area and could be responsible for unexplained low...

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5 Ways to Keep Your Heart Healthy and Happy

Happy Valentine’s Day! Whether you celebrate or not, today is a good reminder to take care of your heart, so it can take care of you. Here are five simple ways to keep your heart healthy and happy : Exercise Aim to honor your body with...

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Company Behind Popular Ice Cream Brands Will Stop Advertising to Kids

Unilever, a consumer packaged goods giant whose clients include Klondike and Ben & Jerry’s, announced Wednesday that it will no longer target children in ads for food and beverages. The company’s decision to update food and beverage...

February 15, 2020

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February 14, 2020

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What Your Heart Rate Variability Tells You About Your Health

Some experts now believe it may actually be one of the most important biomarkers of cardiovascular health, even more so than standard testing like cholesterol, C-reactive protein and even blood pressure. Have you had yours tested?

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Don't shy away from doing pushups just because they look challenging. This bodyweight exercise is a whole-body workout that may help improve your strength, endurance and power. Read this to discover how to do pushups the right way.

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Basics of a Ketogenic Diet to Help Get You Started

You’ve heard about the ketogenic diet, but how much do you really know about it? The standard American diet is full of excessive protein, processed grains, carbohydrates and refined, added sugars. Indulging in this type of diet leads to...

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Is Eating Tofu Worse for the Planet Than Eating Meat?

You’ve probably heard that becoming a vegan is the single most important thing you can do for the planet. But is it true? According to Dr. Graham McAuliffe of the Rothamsted Institute, it’s not if you eat tofu. Dr. McAuliffe, who...

February 14, 2020

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February 13, 2020

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How to Raise or Lower Your Dementia Risk Through Diet

The foods and beverages you drink each day can influence your risk for dementia, Alzheimer's and heart disease. It's never too early to start making changes to protect your brain health and prevent the degeneration that can lead to Alzheimer's. Eat...

Tapping Into Negative Mental Chatter to Yourself

Negative self-talk can derail your physical and emotional health. Stop this self-defeating habit using the Emotional Freedom Techniques, or EFT, a form of psychological acupressure that can clear negative emotions and thought patterns.

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Concussions are Never Minor

There is no such thing as a minor concussion. Any type of head injury should be followed by a medical examination to check for concussion, according to MSN . A bump, blow or jolt to the head or a hit to the body that causes the head and brain to...

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Feeling Anxious? It Could Be Linked to This

As the most common mental illness in the United States, anxiety disorders affect around 40 million American adults. Meanwhile, one-third of U.S. adults usually do not get enough sleep — a factor that can make mental health, including anxiety,...

February 13, 2020

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February 12, 2020

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Will Google’s Social Credit System Determine Your Future?

Just like China's social credit system, this is an alarming development that threatens civil rights throughout the world. And there's one data-siphoning octopus sitting in the middle, collecting data on every move you make and every conversation you...

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Living near busy streets or highways may increase your risk of developing dementia, but exposure to green space may have a protective effect. Take precautions when walking or driving on busy roads.

High Fiber Foods May Counteract the Effects of Pollution

Scientists found fiber could offset cardiovascular damage caused by environmental toxins. Consider adding additional dietary strategies to boost your efforts.

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Top Symptoms of Prostate Cancer

One of the most common types of cancer to affect men is prostate cancer and, for the first time, it has overtaken the number of cases of breast cancer in England, according to the International Business Times . While the exact cause is not known,...

February 12, 2020

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How the CDC Combats Health Freedom Through Front Groups

If you trust advice on vaccines simply because it comes from a credible government source or group, I urge you to read this. Just follow the money (including a 21x increase in spending for this group) to uncover what's really going on behind the sce...

Kellogg to Phase Out Preharvest Glyphosate Use

Food giant Kellogg will work with suppliers to phase out the use of glyphosate as a preharvest drying agent in their wheat and oat supply chains. The move likely comes amid increasing scrutiny over glyphosate's toxicity to human health and the envir...

Humidifiers Can Hinder the Flu

Humidity levels influence the survival of influenza virus in the air as well as your susceptibility to infection. If your home's air is dry, adding a humidifier to your bedroom could be a simple way to protect against influenza during flu season.

The Importance of Lutein for Eye and Brain Health

As if there weren't already enough reasons to eat these three foods, now there's even more. Your body can't make this nutrient, so getting it from food becomes even more important. It can even start helping those as young as 30, but you'll appreciat...

Resveratrol Boosts Your Immunity

Studies in rodents against Middle East respiratory syndrome (MERS) suggest the phytonutrient resveratrol may help boost the immune system.

Do These Fermented Foods Protect Your Health?

Eating this raw or cooked doesn't offer the same heart health benefits as when it's fermented. Using fermentation with dairy is just as healthy. Consider trying it at home.

Weekly Health Quiz: Coronavirus, Kidneys and Soil

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

Optimize Your Kidney Health With a Low-Acid Diet

As you grow older, your kidney function naturally declines. Yet, everything that happens in your body requires healthy kidney function. Help preserve your kidney function as you age by limiting these popular foods that can harm your kidneys and hast...

Blood Flow Restriction Training for Muscle Mass Maintenance

Finally, there's a simple exercise that's suitable for almost everyone, especially the elderly, that can lower risk of osteoporosis and sarcopenia at the same time. Also boosts bone formation and helps prevent the breakdown of bone density while imp...

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Super Bowl Control: You're Not Paranoid. They're Watching

Hidden Emails Reveal Pesticide Conspiracy

Hazards in Your Cellphone

Eating Out Is Harmful to Your Health

Daily Aspirin — Healthy or Harmful?

Iodine Is a Strong Weapon Against Viral Infections

Ferulic Acid From Rhodiola Is Great for Skin and Brain

Weekly Health Quiz: Dementia, Aging and Plastic

Your EMF Questions Answered, Part 1

How to Upgrade Your Brain, Optimize Your Body and Defy Aging

Corteva Will Stop Producing Neurotoxic Pesticide

Device Keeps Organs Alive for 24 Hours to Save More Lives

Special Report: A Plastic Tide

Study Sheds Light on Common Cause of Back Pain

5 Ways to Keep Your Heart Healthy and Happy

Company Behind Popular Ice Cream Brands Will Stop Advertising to Kids

What Your Heart Rate Variability Tells You About Your Health

How to Do Pushups

Basics of a Ketogenic Diet to Help Get You Started

Is Eating Tofu Worse for the Planet Than Eating Meat?

How to Raise or Lower Your Dementia Risk Through Diet

Tapping Into Negative Mental Chatter to Yourself

Concussions are Never Minor ​

Feeling Anxious? It Could Be Linked to This

Will Google’s Social Credit System Determine Your Future?

Living Near Busy Streets Increases Your Health Risks

High Fiber Foods May Counteract the Effects of Pollution

​Top Symptoms of Prostate Cancer

What Is Jackfruit Good For?

Mouthwatering Braised Pork Shanks Recipe

Optimizing Your Chromium Levels May Help Regulate Blood Sugar

Evening Primrose Oil May Help Improve Skin and Hair Health

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Alfalfa: Beneficial to Both Humans and Livestock Alike

Apple Cider Vinegar Benefits and Uses

Concussions are Never Minor

Top Symptoms of Prostate Cancer