Sudden Death: The No. 1 Cause of Death for Under 65s in 2021
Sudden Death: Mounting evidence shows the COVID shots are destroying people’s immune systems and are triggering turbo-charged cancers.
The Antitumor Effects of Quercetin
by Dr. Joseph Mercola STORY AT-A-GLANCE Quercetin has an apoptotic effect on aging cells that may help prevent or be helpful in the treatment of cancer; years of research have also demonstrated it prevents chemically induced cancer and lung cancer, and inhibits the proliferation of cancer cells Quercetin has also demonstrated the ability to mitigate some […]
How Leucine in Whey Helps Prevent Muscle Loss
by Dr. Joseph Mercola STORY AT-A-GLANCE The loss of muscle mass that occurs with age is known as sarcopenia, the most obvious cause of which is inactivity Your muscles need sufficient amounts of protein. Poor digestion can impede your ability to absorb protein, thereby contributing to sarcopenia Whey protein has been shown to stimulate muscle […]
This Super Berry Helps Stop the Flu Virus
by Dr. Joseph Mercola STORY AT-A-GLANCE Elderberry contains zinc and antioxidants, including vitamin C and anthocyanin (a flavonoid found in blue and purple fruits and berries), known for their ability to boost immune function and inhibit cold and flu A 2004 study found taking 15 milliliters (1 tablespoon) of elderberry syrup four times a day […]
This Nutrient Could Cut Tumor Growth Up to 67%
by Dr. Joseph Mercola STORY AT-A-GLANCE Data presented at the 2022 Experimental Biology meeting showed omega-3 fatty acids could cut tumor growth by 67% when combined with immunotherapy or anti-inflammatory therapy, but omega-6 fats could accelerate tumor growth Past research has demonstrated an unbalanced intake of omega-6 fats, commonly found in vegetable oils and processed […]
What You Need to Know About Your Mitochondria
by Dr. Joseph Mercola STORY AT-A-GLANCE In simple terms, mitochondria are the powerhouse of your cells, producing about 90% of the energy being generated in your body Everything that happens in your body, each and every muscle contraction and relaxation, biochemical cascade, cellular regeneration, detoxification and so on requires energy Free radicals formed at the […]
How to Improve Your Immune Function
by Dr. Joseph Mercola STORY-AT-A-GLANCE Natural killer (NK) cells are a specific type of white blood cell. They’re an important component of your cell-mediated (innate) immune system and are involved in both viral diseases and cancer NK cells are cytotoxic; they induce apoptosis (programmed cell death), which destroys the virus along with the infected cell […]
For Optimal Health, Maintain a Vitamin D Level of 60 ng/mL
by Dr. Joseph Mercola STORY AT-A-GLANCE Vitamin D is involved in the biology of all the cells and tissues in your body, including your immune cells. Your cells need the active form of vitamin D to gain access to the genetic blueprints stored inside While the American Medical Association considers 20 nanograms per milliliter (ng/mL) […]
Curcumin Supplementation May Impart Cognitive Benefits
by Dr. Joseph Mercola STORY-AT-A-GLANCE Curcumin, a bioactive ingredient in the spice turmeric, has over 160 potentially therapeutic activities, including anti-inflammatory, neuroprotective and anticancer benefits Research suggests curcumin may have long-term effects on your cognitive function by protecting against brain inflammation. By boosting mood, it may also help prevent depression Compared to controls, patients who […]
Four Powerful Adaptogens for Adrenal Support
by Dr. Joseph Mercola STORY-AT-A-GLANCE Your adrenal glands secrete more than 50 hormones, including aldosterone (which helps regulate your blood pressure), and cortisol and adrenaline, both of which can become overactivated by stress Exposure to chronic inflammation or long-term illness can result in hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis dysfunction, triggering symptoms associated with “adrenal fatigue” Adaptogenic herbs […]
Is Sunbathing More Important Than Vitamin D?
by Dr. Joseph Mercola STORY-AT-A-GLANCE The vast majority, 95%, of the melatonin your body produces is made inside your mitochondria in response to near-infrared radiation from the sun. Only 5% of melatonin is produced in your pineal gland at night During the day, near-infrared rays from the sun penetrate deep into your body and activate […]
Without Magnesium, Vitamin D Supplementation May Backfire
by Dr. Joseph Mercola STORY-AT-A-GLANCE When taking high-dose vitamin D3, it’s important to also take extra vitamin K2 and magnesium to avoid complications associated with excessive calcification Magnesium, the fourth most abundant mineral in your body, is a component necessary for the activation of vitamin D, and without sufficient amounts of it, your body cannot […]
Embalmers Find Veins and Arteries Filled With Rubbery Clots
by Dr. Joseph Mercola STORY AT-A-GLANCE Richard Hirschman, a board-certified embalmer, has been finding “strange clots” in the bodies of the deceased since the rollout of COVID-19 shots Hirschman describes, and has photographed, unnatural, fibrous clots that are filling vessels and veins, making it difficult for embalming to occur; his colleagues have had similar experiences […]
Reduce Your EMF Exposure
by Dr. Joseph Mercola STORY-AT-A-GLANCE Exposure to microwave radiation from baby monitors, cellphones, cordless phones, Wi-Fi routers, smart meters and other wireless devices causes serious mitochondrial dysfunction due to free radical damage Excessive free radicals triggered by microwave exposure from wireless technologies have been linked to anxiety, Alzheimer’s disease, autism, cardiac arrhythmias, depression and infertility […]
The Many Benefits of Pau D’Arco
by Dr. Joseph Mercola STORY-AT-A-GLANCE Pau d’Arco has antiparasitic, antimicrobial, antiviral, antibacterial, antifungal and anti-inflammatory properties, as well as analgesic, antioxidant, astringent and laxative effects Traditionally, Pau d’Arco has been used for the treatment of wounds, aches and pains, malaria and other tropical diseases, colitis, respiratory infections, fever, inflammation, boils, ulcers and more Many of […]
Review of An International Covid Study
by Dr. Valerie Donaldson via Regenerative Medicine Center Looking at Hydroxychloroquine, Azithromycin, Zinc, and Vitamin D3 with or without Intravenous Vit C: An International, Multicenter, Randomized Trial Background Introduction Since the emergence of the Covid pandemic, various combinations of drugs and nutraceuticals have been used in attempt to decrease hospitalizations and help millions of people […]
Friendly User’s Guide for the Timing of Nutritional Supplements
by Dr. Joseph Mercola STORY-AT-A-GLANCE In 2012, 52% of American adults reported using nutritional supplements, a statistic that had remained stable since 1999. In 2021, 80% of Americans reported using supplements While the use of multivitamins had decreased somewhat by 2012 before going back up, use of vitamin D and omega-3 supplements have continued to […]
Go With Your Gut
by Dr. Joseph Mercola STORY-AT-A-GLANCE Because 70 to 80% of your immune system resides within your gastrointestinal tract, optimizing your gut microbiome is a worthwhile pursuit that will have far-reaching effects on your physical health and emotional well-being A vital first step toward balancing your gut flora is to eliminate sugar from your diet, especially […]
This Herb Can Do Wonders for Your Immune System
by Dr. Joseph Mercola Story at-a-glance Oregano is an herb with a potent antioxidant capacity that not only is high in the phytonutrients carvacrol and thymol, but has one of the higher Oxygen Radical Absorbance Capacity (ORAC) measurements in the herb family Oregano oil can be purchased as an extract or essential oil. The extract, […]
Sweet Wormwood Again Shows Effectiveness Against COVID-19
by Dr. Joseph Mercola STORY-AT-A-GLANCE Sweet wormwood (Artemisia annua) is a traditional plant-based medicine with antiparasitic, antiviral and anticancer properties. Studies show it’s also an effective remedy in the treatment of mild to moderate COVID-19 In April 2020, China added three Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) formulas to its standard of care for COVID-19, including one […]
Enzymes and Probiotics for Post-Covid Fatigue!
by Dr. Valerie Donaldson via Regenerative Medicine Center One of the biggest complaints when infected with Covid is the exhaustive fatigue which can be unrelenting. “Fatigue is the most persistent and debilitating symptom of Long Haul Covid”.1 Last week’s blog reviewed the use of Thymosin Alpha in Long Haul Covid. This week is a review […]
Peppermint Oil: A Potent Oil With the Power of Menthol
by Dr. Joseph Mercola STORY-AT-A-GLANCE Peppermint oil is often used in aromatherapy or the use of essential oils to support health. Studies show that peppermint oil may help improve memory and raise alertness, and alleviate pain and nausea Peppermint oil has antiviral, antimicrobial, antifungal, analgesic, radioprotective, anti-edema and antioxidant capabilities Talk to your doctor before […]
Honey and Coffee Better than Steroids for Persistent Cough?
by Dr. Valerie Donaldson via Regenerative Medicine Center An interesting and well-done research article published in 2013 was brought to my attention entitled “Honey plus Coffee vs Systemic Steroid in the treatment of persistent post-infectious cough (PPC): a randomized controlled trial”. The study was done at Baquyatallah University Hospital Tehran, Iran, and published in the […]
Rhonda Patrick on Vitamin C
by Dr. Joseph Mercola STORY-AT-A-GLANCE Rhonda Patrick, Ph.D., discusses vitamin C in-depth, covering everything from its effects on immune function and viral infections to the bioavailability of different vitamin C forms and administrations, such as oral or intravenous — plus much more Vitamin C, even in small quantities, protects proteins, lipids and even DNA and […]
Probiotics Improve Long COVID
by Dr. Joseph Mercola STORY-AT-A-GLANCE Probiotics reduced muscle fatigue and brain fog, two symptoms of long COVID, after only 14 days; this may have a significant impact on the nearly 12 million people who experience long COVID symptoms Poor gut microbiome diversity also predicts greater severity of COVID-19; some health experts recommend postbiotics in the […]