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When I got my COVID vaccine, my reactions started within an hour. It started with tingling down the same arm as my injection. It moved to my other arm. It moved to my legs. And then it moved to my head, into my brain. And I had this horrific electrical...
Published on: 2025-03-31
6 Ways Kidney and Liver Health Are Linked 1. Detoxification and Waste Removal Both the kidneys and liver play crucial roles in filtering and removing toxins from the body. The liver metabolizes substances and produces bile to help in the breakdown of fat-soluble waste products. The kidneys then filter the...
Published on: 2025-03-05
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Natural Wellness
March is National Kidney Month. That makes this a great time to learn more about kidney health and the actions you can take to protect the function of these vital organs. We say ‘these’ because most people have two, although you can live with just one. Now, here are six...
Published on: 2025-03-05
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Natural Wellness
Collagen is well-known for giving skin a youthful appearance. Research also connects collagen supplements (namely, native type II or hydrolyzed collagen) with supporting healthier joints. (1) But did you know that collagen also plays a role in heart health? We’ll explain how in a moment. But first, let’s talk about...
Published on: 2025-02-06
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Natural Wellness
The number of adult Americans following a plant-rich diet has more than doubled over the past few years, increasing from just 12.1% of the population in 2019 to 25.8% in 2022. (1) If you’re considering the same, it’s helpful to understand exactly what this way of eating entails (and what...
Published on: 2025-01-17
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Natural Wellness
Originally published January 25, 2017 Revised December 5, 2024 Without fail, the transformation of warm summer breezes into chilly, biting winds means that flu season is underway. Informally called the flu, influenza is a viral infection of the respiratory tract that can lead to severe or life-threatening secondary infections. People...
Published on: 2024-12-05
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Natural Wellness
Abdominal pain, itchy skin, nausea, and fatigue can be signs of poor liver health, though some people experience no symptoms with liver disease at all. (1) Taking care of this critical organ can help us digest food better, aid in the removal of harmful toxins from our body, and more....
Published on: 2024-10-28
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Natural Wellness
We are all aging; every day we’re alive, we’re older than the day before. But the real question is: Are you aging as healthfully as you could be? Why Healthy Aging Is Important The National Library of Medicine reports that healthy aging is important for a few different reasons. (1)...
Published on: 2024-09-13
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Natural Wellness
Discover the potential of quercetin as a game-changing treatment for COVID-19, with studies highlighting its effectiveness when combined with vitamin C. Find out how this natural compound could provide antiviral protection and support immune function, making it a promising option in the fight against the pandemic....
Published on: 2023-12-01
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Dr. Mercola
Discover the remarkable medicinal benefits of milk thistle, a flowering herb known for its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antiviral properties. Find out how you can incorporate milk thistle into your daily routine, from planting it in your garden to enjoying it in smoothies and teas....
Published on: 2023-12-01
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Dr. Mercola
Unlock the secrets of COVID- with the help of the powerful Oak Ridge National Lab supercomputer. Genetic analysis using the Summit has revealed a fascinating new hypothesis, shedding light on the disease progression of COVID-....
Published on: 2023-12-01
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Dr. Mercola
Learn about the potential risks and side effects of medical procedures like vaccinations, especially when received outside of a medical setting. Discover safer and effective ways to stay healthy during flu season, such as optimizing your vitamin D levels, to reduce the risk of respiratory infections....
Published on: 2023-11-29
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Dr. Mercola
Learn about the important role of vitamin D in your body and how it affects various bodily processes, such as bone health and immune function. Find out how lifestyle modifications can help lower leptin levels in individuals with vitamin D deficiency, aiding in weight management....
Published on: 2023-11-28
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Dr. Mercola
Are colonoscopies truly the gold-standard recommendation for colorectal screening? Learn about the benefits and risks of this procedure and alternative options....
Published on: 2023-11-28
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Dr. Mercola
There are many benefits to staying physically active, one of which is maintaining flexibility. According to one 2018 study published in The Lancet,1 the percentage of people with insufficient levels of activity remained stable from 2001 to 2016, measuring roughly 28.5% across the world. The highest prevalence of inactivity was...
Published on: 2023-01-05
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Dr. Mercola
Egg white omelets and other yolk-free recipes have become synonymous with "healthy" to many. But if you toss out your egg yolks, you're also tossing out some of the most nutritious parts of the egg. For instance, egg yolks (but not whites) contain vitamins A, D, E and K along...
Published on: 2023-01-04
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Dr. Mercola
It was once believed that brain function peaked during early adulthood and then slowly declined, leading to lapses in memory and brain fog during your golden years. Now it's known that our modern lifestyle plays a significant role in contributing to cognitive decline, which is why exposure to toxins, chemicals,...
Published on: 2023-01-04
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Dr. Mercola
Any type of traumatic injury, such as a fall, can cause capillaries, or small blood vessels, near your skin's surface to break and leak red blood cells. This causes the reddish-purple or “black and blue” appearance of bruises on your skin. Technically known as contusions, bruises may result from virtually...
Published on: 2023-01-03
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Dr. Mercola
In this interview, Sally Norton, author of “Toxic Superfoods: How Oxalate Overload Is Making You Sick — and How to Get Better,” reviews how and why even foods we’ve been told are healthy can wreak havoc on your health. As the title of the book implies, the main culprit in...
Published on: 2022-12-31
Source:
Dr. Mercola
