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Weekly Health Quiz: Weeds, Sleep and Flowers
1 Which common weed contains some of the highest amounts of plant-based omega-3? Nettles Purslane Purslane has a stellar omega-3 fatty acid profile, compared to other vegetables, containing anywhere from 300 to 400 milligrams (mg) of omega-3 per cup. Learn more. Dandelion Lamb’s Quarters 2 Which of the following organizations provide the highest level of organic and regenerative farming standards and certification? U.S. Department of Agriculture Organic Certifiers Quality Assurance International Biodynamic/Demeter These days, organic...
read moreIt’s Time to Master This Mashed Cauliflower Recipe
Cauliflower has undergone a renaissance recently, probably because people have come up with resourceful ways to use this cruciferous vegetable as a replacement for conventional but unhealthy carbohydrates. BuzzFeed compiled 23 ways to utilize cauliflower as a replacement for carbohydrate-loaded everyday foods, like rice, pizza crusts, fritters, tortillas and even baked Tater Tots.[i] This Creamy and Cheesy Mashed Cauliflower Recipe can take the place of typical mashed potatoes. Although potatoes may offer health benefits, these tubers are...
read moreWhy Fasting Is Such a Powerful Treatment Strategy for Diabetes
By Dr. Mercola We have an epidemic of diabetes in the United States. An estimated 30.3 million Americans, nearly 1 in 10, have Type 2 diabetes.1 Another 84 million American adults — about 1 in 3 — are prediabetic, and most are unaware of this fact. Prediabetes2 is defined as an elevation in blood glucose over 100 milligrams per deciliter (mg/dl) but lower than 125 mg/dl, at which point it formally becomes Type 2 diabetes. However, any fasting blood sugar regularly over 90 mg/dl really suggests insulin resistance, and seminal work by the late...
read more‘Wi-Fried’ — Is Wireless Technology Dooming a Generation to Ill Health?
“Wi-fried” on ABC 2016 from damien curtis on Vimeo.By Dr. Mercola Most people today live in a sea of radiofrequencies (RF), emitted from wireless technologies of all kinds, from routers to smartphones, tablets, baby monitors, TVs, appliances, smart meters and more. In the featured ABC program “Wi-Fried,” originally aired in 2016, Maryanne Demasi, Ph.D., investigates the alleged safety of mobile devices. According to many experts, chronic, heavy exposure could be having severe repercussions for our health, especially that of...
read moreShould I Use a Toilet Seat Cover?
By Dr. Mercola Stopping the spread of microbes is important to reduce the spread of infection, colds and flu. Time and again research has demonstrated soap and water can kill germs causing acute gastroenteritis, pneumonia, hepatitis A and other contagious illnesses, including methicillin-resistant staphylococcus aureus (MRSA).1 In fact, handwashing may be the single most important strategy for reducing your exposure to potentially disease-causing germs and subsequent illness. While it is not the only factor, it drastically reduces the germs...
read moreHere’s Why You Should Grow Some Fenugreek
By Dr. Mercola Not everyone is familiar with the plant known as fenugreek but, like many herbs, it has both medicinal and nutritional value. This annual herb, though, is also a legume from the Fabaceae family from the genus Trigonella. Its East Indian name is “methi;” other areas of the world may refer to it as greek clover, greek hay, goat’s horn or bird’s foot. The Trigonella foenum-graecum, fenugreek’s botanical name, grows 1 or 2 feet high and bears white or yellow flower clusters and small, rounded rhomboid...
read moreHow to Grow Nasturtiums
By Dr. Mercola More than just a colorful flower that is easy to grow, nasturtium is valued as a tasty, edible plant known for its peppery tang. As the name suggests, you can be “nasty” to nasturtiums because they do well in lean soil and thrive when somewhat neglected. Whether you are looking for nasturtiums to add color to salads and party trays, act as a trap plant in your garden or cover an arch or trellis, there is certain to be a nasturtium variety suited to your need. Plus, all parts of the plant can be used medicinally....
read moreBeing Dehydrated Can Make You Tired, Grumpy and Sick
By Dr. Mercola Have you ever been so busy you neglected to drink even a sip or two of water for an extended period, then suddenly realized you were incredibly thirsty and in need of a long drink? By replenishing your body’s water supply when it tells you you’re thirsty, you can often stave off dehydration. In fact, typically your body’s physiologic thirst mechanism is triggered before you’re dehydrated, giving you a chance to rehydrate before it’s too late. There are exceptions to this rule, however, with the...
read moreChickweed May Help Promote Proper Digestion and Detoxification
Chickweed (Stellaria media) is often overlooked and ignored in the gardening world because of its notoriety as a weed. One of the first things that people think about when they find chickweed growing is how they can prevent it from spreading. Some opt to remove these plants from their gardens entirely because they think it’s nothing more than a nuisance. While there are several varieties of chickweed,1 Stellaria media, or the common chickweed, is easier to control and does not pose that much of a threat to your plants as they only grow...
read moreSleep — Why You Need It and 50 Ways to Improve It
By Dr. Mercola While sleep is still a largely neglected area of health, research soundly refutes the idea that sleep is “a waste of time” and can be omitted without major repercussions. On the contrary, without proper sleep, every aspect of your health will suffer adverse consequences. Estimates suggest 1 in 3 Americans gets less than seven hours of sleep a night and more than 83 million adults in the U.S. are sleep-deprived.1 Here, I’ll review some of the most important findings that have emerged in more recent years,...
read moreLead Is Far Worse Than We Know
By Dr. Mercola According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)1 nearly 535,000 children between 1 and 5 years of age, have blood lead levels high enough to damage their health; 24 million homes contain lead-based paint and elevated levels of contaminated house dust. Costs to the community for lead poisoning in children include up to $53 billion in additional health care costs, tax revenue losses up to $35 billion, special education costs up to $146 million and the direct cost of crime, estimated at $1.7 billion.2...
read moreSpring Fever — How to Treat Allergies
By Dr. Mercola Pollen is one of the most common allergens in America. Nearly 50 million people in the U.S. suffer from nasal allergies and as many as 30 percent of adults and 40 percent of children are affected. According to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) allergies are the sixth leading cause of chronic illness in the U.S.1 The AAFA released a list of the worst cities to live in when you suffer from spring allergies.2 The report uses pollen scores, allergy medication use and the number of board-certified allergists who...
read moreVitamin D Optimization Can Stop Tragic Increase in Preterm Births
By Dr. Mercola Despite having the highest health care expenditures in the world, U.S. rates of premature births are on the rise, especially among African-Americans. Preterm birth (which is responsible for 28 percent of newborn deaths during the first month of life) is defined as a baby being born before 37 weeks of gestation,1 and preterm birth rates have risen two years in a row, hitting 9.8 percent in 2016 — a 2 percent increase from the year prior.2 That means nearly 1 in 10 babies is now born prematurely in the U.S. Prevalence of low...
read moreDentists Dying From Mercury Poisoning?
By Dr. Mercola Exposure to hazardous substances while on the job is a reality for many occupations, from farmers and construction workers to firefighters — and dentists. In the latter case, the use of toxic substances like mercury for amalgam fillings is not only dangerous for patients but also for those working with the material in the office. In fact, a cluster of eight dentists and one dental technician from Virginia were diagnosed with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF), a chronic and progressive lung disease with no known cure, and...
read moreRegenerative Agriculture — The Next Big Thing
By Dr. Mercola Judging by the buzz at the annual Expo West organic trade show, regenerative agriculture is where it’s at,1 and it’s heartening to finally see a tidal change for the better. According to data presented at the show, conventional food brands lost more than $19 billion in revenue between 2009 and 2014, as consumers have become increasingly aware of the many problems associated with conventional food and farming. Projections suggest the natural and organic sector may reach $107.7 billion in sales by next year. However,...
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