Author: Joseph Mercola

By Dr. Mercola When you’re in the midst of your daily grind — to-do lists, work deadlines, cooking, cleaning, children’s activities and the like — you’re probably not thinking about what you could do to feel happier. There’s no time for that, and your mind is probably occupied with more important, or at least more pressing, matters. But if you do stop to think about it, few things are more important than happiness. If you’re living day to day simply by going through the motions, you’re missing out on living — you’re missing out on life. The good news is that … Continue reading →

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By Dr. Mercola Being diagnosed with glioblastoma multiforme, a type of brain tumor, is considered a death sentence by modern medicine. Despite a decades-long war on cancer, and the “most advanced” treatments known to 21st-century oncologists, people who develop this aggressive, fast-growing cancer are given a prognosis of about 15 months to live — if they’re lucky. Aggressive treatment, including surgery, radiation, and chemotherapy, is often started, even though oncologists know it won’t cure the disease. If you ever find yourself in this type of nightmarish scenario, you can imagine the desperation you would feel to find something, anything, that … Continue reading →

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By Dr. Mercola In much of the U.S., spring allergies may begin as early as February and last until summer. Tree pollen is a common springtime allergen, although often people have allergies to three or four species of trees and plants. Airborne mold spores represent another common culprit. Monitoring outdoor pollen counts can be helpful, but you’ll only benefit from staying indoors on high-count days if the elevated levels include pollens to which you’re allergic (allergy testing can help you determine your individual allergies). A better bet is to be prepared to tackle your springtime allergies regardless of what the … Continue reading →

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By Dr. Mercola Although often associated with men, the hormone testosterone is important to the health of both men and women. As you age the level of testosterone naturally produced by your body tends to decline. Other environmental factors, such as exposure to statin medications and the herbicide Roundup, may also trigger a decline in hormone production.1,2 A low testosterone level in men is associated with prostate enlargement, androgenic alopecia (hair loss) and certain types of cancer. Women naturally have lower levels of testosterone throughout their lives; their bodies are more sensitive to the hormone, and their health depends on the … Continue reading →

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By Dr. Mercola By the age of 80, more than half of Americans have cataracts or have had cataract surgery.1 A cataract is a clouding of the lens in your eye that affects your vision, and although they can often be treated with surgery, cataracts remain the No. 1 cause of blindness worldwide.2 It’s quite telling that, according to the National Eye Institute (NEI), cataract removal is one of the most common operations performed in the U.S. Your risk increases with age, and cataracts are often said to be a result of age, but just because they’re common does not … Continue reading →

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By Dr. Mercola More than half a million Americans received an angioplasty in 2007 (the most recent year for which data is available).i This invasive procedure involves inflating a thin balloon in a narrowed artery to crush deposits; a stent (a wire mesh tube) is often then left behind to keep the vessel open. When used during a heart attack, an angioplasty can quickly open a blocked artery to lessen the damage to your heart, and when used in this way can be lifesaving. However, oftentimes heart disease patients receive angioplasties even though they have not had a heart attack … Continue reading →

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By Dr. Mercola Colon cancer has been in the news as of late after the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), which is part of the World Health Organization (WHO), concluded in late 2015 that processed meat can cause colorectal cancer in humans, classifying it as a Group 1 carcinogen. Colorectal cancer, which includes both cancers of the colon and rectum, is the third most common cancer diagnosed in the U.S. (not including skin cancers). In 2016, it’s estimated there will be more than 95,000 new cases of colon cancer (and more than 39,000 cases of rectal cancer) diagnosed.1 … Continue reading →

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By Dr. Mercola Do your joints ache when a storm is coming? Do you feel like a walking, talking weather prediction station? You may be convinced your arthritic pain is worse when the barometric pressure falls, but many researchers have developed headaches trying to prove this with science. The vast majority of studies have failed to establish a scientific connection between changing weather patterns and arthritis symptoms. Despite its lack of scientific support, both arthritis sufferers and rheumatologists insist there is a great deal of clinical support for this phenomenon, citing widespread reports of weather-induced pain flare-ups. More than 60 … Continue reading →

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By Dr. Mercola There is, perhaps, no other food source surrounded by such mystery and magic as mushrooms. In the videos above, leading mycologist Paul Stamets gives a glimpse into some of the roles medicinal mushrooms play in health, such as activating your immune system and potentially fighting cancer. Mushrooms may even help to save the world by: Restoring habitat that’s been devastated by pollution Naturally fight flu viruses and other diseases Killing ants, termites, and other insects without using pesticides Creating sustainable fuel Mushrooms are actually the fruit of mycelium, which is a “filamentous, cobweb-like cellular network.” As Stamets … Continue reading →

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By Dr. Mercola Flavonoids are a group of phytonutrients found in most fruits and vegetables. There are more than 6,000 unique flavonoids, each with its own role to play in your health.1 Flavonoids are most well known for their antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects, but they’re also useful for detoxification and have been found to lower the risk of many chronic conditions. New research even suggests they may help fight weight gain that tends to occur with age. Flavonoids May Help You Fight ‘Middle-Age Spread’ Many people gain weight as they age, but this “middle-age spread” isn’t an inevitable part of … Continue reading →

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By Dr. Mercola More than 80,000 man-made chemicals are put into American household products, food, and food packaging each year, a majority of which are not tested for safety beforehand. The typical American home contains an average of 3 to 10 gallons of toxic materials in the form of household cleaning products alone.1 In Europe, more than 1,300 chemicals are banned from use in lotions, soaps, toothpaste, cosmetics, and other personal care products. In the U.S., a mere 11 have been banned.2 Add to this toxic flame retardants, found in countless items from furniture to baby products and electronics, and … Continue reading →

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By Dr. Mercola Hospital-acquired infections are a significant problem. According to 2011 statistics, 1 in 4 patients in the U.S. end up contracting some form of infection while in the hospital, and 205 Americans die from hospital-acquired infections each and every day. In just one year (2011), an estimated 722,000 Americans contracted an infection during a stay in an acute care hospital, and about 75,000 of them died as a result of it. The most common hospital-acquired infections include central line-associated bloodstream infections, catheter-associated urinary tract infections, surgical site infections, and clostridium difficile infections. Contaminated Medical Scopes Implicated in Spread … Continue reading →

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By Dr. Mercola Proteins are found in every cell in your body. These chains of amino acids are important for repair, maintenance, and growth of cells, and are essential for healthy muscles, organs, glands, and skin. As protein is broken down and used up in your body, you must replace it by consuming protein via your diet. There’s no question that eating enough high-quality protein is essential to good health, but in the US, most people eat more protein than they need. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC):1 “…most adults in the United States get … Continue reading →

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By Dr. Mercola An estimated 15 to 20 million1,2 Americans use acid inhibiting drugs to treat heartburn. Indeed, PPIs are among the most widely prescribed drugs today, with annual sales of about $14 billion.3 This despite the fact that they were never intended to treat heartburn in the first place. Research clearly shows that proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) are severely overprescribed and misused, and do far more harm than good in the long run.4,5,6,7,8,9 If you suffer from frequent heartburn, rest assured there are many alternative treatment strategies that will help you eliminate this problem without serious side effects, which … Continue reading →

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By Dr. Mercola Scientists have linked physical exercise to brain health for many years. In fact, there’s compelling evidence that physical exercise helps build a brain that not only resists shrinkage but increases cognitive abilities1 by promoting neurogenesis, i.e. your brain’s ability to adapt and grow new brain cells. In essence, physical activity produces biochemical changes that strengthen and renew not only your body but also your brain — particularly areas associated with memory and learning. The converse is also true. Researchers have shown a sedentary lifestyle correlates to brain shrinkage, which increases your risk of memory loss and other … Continue reading →

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