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Why You Should Be Eating More Porcini Mushrooms
By Dr. Mercola Aside from being rich in valuable nutrients such as fiber, vitamins B and C, calcium, potassium, phosphorus, magnesium, selenium and zinc, mushrooms are also excellent sources of antioxidants, including some that are entirely unique to mushrooms. Ergothioneine and glutathione, both of which are found in mushrooms, are recognized as “master antioxidants” that inhibit oxidative stress. Both are considered important antiaging compounds. As noted in The Guardian,1 “… [S]cientists think [ergothioneine and...
read moreDr. Mercola’s Weekly Quiz
1 What is the No. 1 supplement recommended by cardiologists for all patients? Vitamin D Magnesium Selenium CoQ10 CoQ10 helps protect your mitochondrial membranes from oxidative damage and has been shown to be helpful for a number of health conditions rooted in mitochondrial dysfunction. Learn more. 2 Chlorpyrifos is a deadly organophosphate insecticide found in 87 percent of newborns. Which of the following health problems is NOT associated with its exposure: Lung cancer Reduced IQ Diabetes Chlorpyrifos is an organophosphate insecticide known...
read moreMagnesium Reduces Diabetes and Helps Keep You Young
By Dr. Mercola Magnesium is an essential mineral used in pathways for energy production, protein synthesis and cell signaling.1 The mineral is involved in nearly 300 metabolic reactions.2 It is used by every organ and muscle in your body, especially your heart, kidneys and bones. Deficiency and insufficiency have been associated with a number of health conditions, including heart disease, Type 2 diabetes, hypertension and osteoporosis. In the care of pregnant women, magnesium sulfate is used to prevent seizures in women suffering from...
read moreMultivitamins Improve Heart Function — But Only if You Don’t Take Statins
By Dr. Mercola Dietary supplements are a multibillion-dollar industry that is growing at a phenomenal rate. In 2012, the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), estimated Americans spend $30.2 billion each year on complementary health approaches.1 These numbers continue to rise as more become aware of the impact nutrition and micronutrients have on overall health and wellness. According to a survey by the Council for Responsible Nutrition, nearly 68 percent take...
read moreFasting — A Powerful Metabolic Intervention That Can Dramatically Boost Your Health
By Dr. MercolaI hope you all are recovering well from a well deserved holiday weekend in the U.S. I am beyond excited to introduce you to a remarkable individual who inspired me to implement what I believe is the most powerful metabolic health intervention you can undergo. Although it is the cure for over 80% of the population that has insulin resistance it is also helpful for all of us. So much so that I have committed to monthly five day fasts and as you read this I am in the third day of a five day fast.In this interview, George Newman,...
read moreNourishing Free-Range Turkey Bone Broth Recipe
Thanksgiving dinner wouldn’t be complete without a perfectly roasted turkey, and chances are it’s also the star of your next meals as you try to make use of the leftovers over the next few days. If you’re tired of making the usual turkey sandwiches, then why not try a more versatile and healthful dish like this free-range turkey bone broth recipe? This recipe combines the mouthwatering flavors of roasted turkey with the freshness of organic vegetables and herbs, resulting in a nutritious broth that can surely soothe your...
read moreA Breathalyzer for Disease?
By Dr. Mercola Humans have been given five interesting “super powers” — hearing, sight, taste, touch and smell, without which life may arguably be less rich and perhaps even dangerous. Today, however, recently developed breath-analysis technology can use “smell” to analyze and accurately diagnose 17 different diseases with 86 percent accuracy. For example, the Na-Nose technology can identify multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s disease, several types of cancer, kidney failure and Crohn’s disease through the use of nanorays. According...
read moreChild Prodigy Astounds Music World With Full-Length Opera Composition
By Dr. Mercola I am so pleased to post this video and I hope it gives you as much joy as it did me when I first viewed it on 60 Minutes. It is beyond extraordinary to have a glimpse into someone as exceptionally talented as 12-year-old Alma. My only regret is that there is no way to post this without exposing you to a minutelong drug commercial, which I’m sure you realize I don’t endorse. For some of you, it may be the only time you see these commercials so let them entertain you. Most of us are gifted with some degree of natural...
read moreAn Attitude of Gratitude Can Help You Live a Longer, Happier Life
By Dr. Mercola This article previously ran a few years ago but there are so many good reminders about the benefits of gratitude, I decided to share it with you again this year with a new video. I am grateful beyond words for your support, and for partnering with me to help people all over the world take control of their health. Besides sharing time with family and friends over food, the primary ingredient of the American Thanksgiving holiday is gratitude. While it’s certainly good to have an annual holiday to remind us to express...
read moreTasty Chocolate and Avocado Truffles Recipe
Tasty Avocado Bomb Truffles Recipe from Jennafer Ashley of Paleohacks Chocolate truffles are a popular type of confectionery composed of a chocolate coating and ganache, a filling made by mixing chocolate and cream. The ingredients are mixed together and rolled into balls, which are then served as gifts or eaten for a quick snack.[i] Their name comes from their similar appearance to truffles, a type of mushroom prized in the culinary world for its unique aroma and flavor.[ii] However, most chocolate truffles sold today contain lots of sugar,...
read moreHow to Increase Your Sense of Gratitude
By Dr. Mercola Thanksgiving — celebrated each year on the fourth Thursday of November — is perhaps one of the most cherished of American holidays; it’s a time when family and friends gather over ample amounts of food and give thanks for the blessings in life, including each other. As explained by University of California psychology professor Robert Emmons, one of the leading scientific experts on gratitude and author of several books on the topic, gratitude involves two key components:1 It’s “an affirmation of goodness;” when you...
read moreTarragon Adds a French Twist to Your Meals
Tarragon (pronounced TEHR-uh-gon) or Artemisia dracunculus is an herb that is popular in the world of cooking. In fact, tarragon is such a vital part of French cuisine that it is one of the “Fines Herbes.” These are the four most commonly used herbs in French cuisine, which also includes parsley, chervil and chives.1 Tarragon is known for its slightly bittersweet flavor, with an aroma similar to anise.2 The earliest records of tarragon date back to more than 600 years ago. It was believed to have been introduced to Italy in the...
read moreThe Science of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
By Dr. Mercola Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a form of depression that occurs seasonally, typically ramping up in the fall and winter months and disappearing come spring (although it may occur during other seasons as well, albeit less often). It’s quite common for people to notice changes in their mood, energy levels and food cravings when the weather turns colder and the days get shorter, but this slump, known as “winter blues,” is different from true SAD. In the case of SAD, symptoms are so severe that they interfere with daily...
read moreAre Stents a Scam?
By Dr. Mercola Angioplasty is a surgical procedure often recommended after an arterial blockage has been found in the heart muscle. Your heart requires a strong oxygen and nutrient supply, like other muscles in your body. There are two major coronary arteries that supply the left and right sides of your heart. By branching into smaller arteries they are able to supply the entire muscle with blood. The goal of coronary artery angioplasty is to repair or unblock the blocked artery. During the procedure the surgeon inserts a thin expandable...
read moreChuck Norris Sues for MRI Dye Injuring His Wife
By Dr. Mercola Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is an imaging study that allows your physician to see detailed pictures of your organs and tissues. Raymond Damadian invented the machine and performed the first total body image in 1977.1 This process has been called the one of the greatest medical breakthroughs of the 20th century. The MRI machine uses a large magnet, radio waves and a computer to take detailed cross-sectional pictures of your internal organs and tissues.2 The scanner looks like a tube with a table that enables you to slide...
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