By Dr. Mercola When I first opened my medical practice in the mid-80s, cholesterol, and the fear of having too high a level was rarely discussed unless your cholesterol level was over 330 or so. Over the years, however, cholesterol became a household word for something you must keep as low as possible, or suffer … Read more
Excess belly fat is extremely unhealthy. It’s a risk factor for diseases like metabolic syndrome, type 2 diabetes, heart disease and cancer (1). The medical term for unhealthy fat in the belly is “visceral fat,” which refers to fat surrounding the liver and other organs in your abdomen. Even normal-weight people with excess belly fat have an … Read more
Coconut oil has some very impressive health benefits. It’s been shown to increase metabolism, reduce hunger and boost HDL (the “good”) cholesterol, to name a few. However, many people are confused about how much to take and how to eat it. This article explains how to include coconut oil in your diet and the optimal … Read more
Keeping an eye open for any early signs of liver problems is an essential part of maintaining a holistic health lifestyle. Without a fully functioning liver, both your health and lifestyle will be compromised. Luckily your liver is capable of repairing itself, so providing that any problems are spotted early, and are not allowed to … Read more
Propaganda Machine Takes Aim at Zika Virus It’s that time again — time for the pandemic outbreak propaganda machine to cry “Wolf!” and justify the mass use of vaccines and the necessity for chemical remediation. The World Health Organization (WHO) has already declared another global public health emergency.1 We’ve seen a string of these over-hyped … Read more
When you feel like you’re going to throw up, you’ll try anything to make the sensation go away. But conventional cures like Pepto-Bismol or prescription antinausea medications carry side effects like constipation, headache, and muscle spasms. Moreover, these cures don’t always treat the cause, says Jennifer Crain, LAc, an Austin, Texas–based holistic pediatrics specialist and … Read more
More than 55 diseases have been linked to gluten, the protein found in wheat, rye, and barley. It’s estimated that 99% of the people who have either gluten intolerance or celiac disease are never diagnosed. It is also estimated that as many as 15% of the US population is gluten intolerant. Could you be one … Read more
Nearly everyone has experienced the unpleasant sensation of feeling overly full or having an upset stomach at bedtime. This is particularly a possibility if the evening meal has been heavy or rich in nature. This poor bedtime digestion can lead to a number of problems, including reflux, heartburn or interrupted sleep. Fortunately, there are ways … Read more
By Vicky Uhland When Mary Shomon suddenly found herself exhausted in the middle of the morning, her doctor told her to get more sleep. When she reported that her hair was falling out and she was depressed and moody, her doctor attributed it to the stress of planning her upcoming wedding. When she went for … Read more
By: Stephen Apaliski, MD Is there a way to get back to a normal life when you have asthma? Is it possible to give the inhaler a little rest? Is it likely to get a full night’s sleep without waking from an attack? Can you (or your child) actually get back to playing sports again? … Read more