Keto Diet Risks Are Varied, Multiple Studies Show
Over the past decade, the ketogenic diet has drawn significant attention by reversing metabolic disease, promote fat loss, and improve blood sugar regulation. In fact, regular readers of Mercola.com will…
How to Talk to Your Family About Politics Over the Holidays
The holidays can be a stressful time—and if you’re planning to spend it with loved ones who have clashing political views, the prospect of getting into an argument can make…
Obesity-Linked Metabolic Stress in Young Adults May Trigger Early Brain Changes
Obesity isn’t just numbers on a scale — it triggers profound changes to your overall well-being. One surprising organ that is significantly affected is the brain. For example, conditions like…
The 2 Words to Say When You Get a Gift You Don’t Like
Opening a present during the holidays while surrounded by onlookers can trigger excitement—or dread. The person giving you a gift likely poured time, money, and a whole lot of thought…
Smoking and Lung Conditions Increase Risk of Dysfunctional Breathing
Dysfunctional breathing refers to abnormal or erratic breathing patterns that disrupt normal respiration, and is characterized by symptoms like chest tightness, air hunger, dizziness, palpitations, and breathlessness — even in…
Therapists Are Begging You Not to Ask These 10 Questions This Holiday Season
Depending who you ask, ‘tis the season to be jolly—or nosy. Holiday gatherings are like catnip for friends and family members who only see each other once a year and…
Personalized Vitamin D Levels Cut Repeat Heart Attack Risk by Half
Heart disease remains the leading cause of death worldwide,1 and one hidden factor keeps showing up in those most at risk — vitamin D deficiency. Low vitamin D doesn’t just…
The Weight-Loss Drug Wegovy Now Comes in a Pill
People turning to injectable GLP-1 treatments—a class of drugs that mimics that hormone to control diabetes and promote weight loss—now have another way to take the medication. On Dec. 22,…
Delicious Herbal Tea Recipes and Their Benefits
Herbal teas are a delicious and easy way to boost fluid intake and sneak in some extra nutrients. Unlike coffee and other teas that have caffeine, herbal tea benefits the…
Butyrate — The Metabolic Powerhouse Fueling the Gut and Beyond
Short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs) play an important role in human health, particularly within the gastrointestinal tract. They are produced in the colon through the bacterial fermentation of dietary fiber, the…