Dr. Mercola

How Ultraprocessed Foods Are Slowly Killing Us Discover the impact of ultraprocessed foods on human health and how they contribute to the rise of chronic disease affecting many adults today. https://bit.ly/3R5dsDl

Could This Strategy Help Fight Memory Decline? Taking a daily multivitamin may improve memory and slow cognitive decline in older adults, according to a third major study on the topic. The studies used data from the COcoa Supplement and Multivitamin Outcomes Study (COSMOS), which evaluated whether cocoa extract supplementation with and without a standard multivitamin affected the risk of developing cardiovascular disease and cancer. While the study, which involved 21,442 participants, found cocoa flavanol supplementation did not show a significant impact in reducing the total number of cardiovascular events, further evaluation revealed daily multivitamins potentially reduced lung cancer by 38% and “did appear to improve levels of several nutritional biomarkers.” Dig deeper here: https://bit.ly/3QM0Mkn

How to Hit the Sweet Spot for Exercise Volume In this article, learn how to optimize your exercise volume so you can maximize the benefits of your workout without going overboard. https://bit.ly/4bgINL9

Understand the Science Behind Low-PUFA Diets This interview features repeat guest Ashley Armstrong, cofounder of Angel Acres Egg Co., which specializes in low-PUFA (polyunsaturated fat) eggs, and the Nourish Cooperative, which provides low-PUFA pork, beef, cheese made with natural animal rennet, A2 dairy, and traditional sourdough. She’s also a contributing author to this newsletter once a week. Armstrong and her sister, Sarah, are strong advocates of the late Ray Peat’s work, a biologist and pioneer of bioenergetic medicine. It transformed both of their lives, and she shares some of that story in this interview. We also clear up some of the confusion surrounding these principles which, rather radically in some cases, differ from what I’ve previously taught and what many in the field of nutrition teach today. Watch here: https://bit.ly/4dx4kAS

Can Light Exposure Make Your Mind Sharper? A recent study reveals that higher levels of light exposure can influence your brain structure, potentially improving your cognitive function. https://bit.ly/4b49aDT

Is the U.S. Health Care System Failing End-of-Life Patients? "Being Mortal," follows Dr. Atul Gawande as he explores the complex relationships between doctors, patients, and end-of-life decisions. Based on his best-selling book "Being Mortal," Gawande discusses how medical training often falls short in preparing doctors for the realities of death and dying. The documentary highlights personal stories, including Gawande's own experiences with his father's illness and death, to illustrate the challenges in balancing hope with realistic outcomes and the importance of quality life in the face of terminal illness. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/4aV62dz

What Is Ozempic Face and How Can You Avoid It? "Ozempic face" occurs when a person loses too much facial fat, leading to a hollowed-out, gaunt appearance, as a result of taking this weight loss drug. https://bit.ly/3WqfukD

Natural Strategies to Help Manage Diverticulitis Diverticulitis is an inflammation or infection of small pouches called diverticula that can develop along the walls of your intestines. The formation of these pouches is known as diverticulosis, a common condition that typically causes few or no symptoms. However, when these pouches become inflamed or infected, it leads to diverticulitis, which can be painful and may lead to serious complications. Diverticulosis is common in the U.S. and other parts of the world where heavily processed diets are the norm. It’s estimated that 30% of Americans over 50 have diverticulosis, which rises to 50% of those over 60% and 75% in people over 80. Most often, the condition affects the sigmoid colon, a section of the large intestine near the end of the digestive tract. Among those with diverticulosis, about 4% develop diverticulitis. Here's more information: https://bit.ly/4aV61X3

My Top Strategies to Help Reduce High Cortisol Levels Having chronically elevated cortisol levels can raise your risk for inflammation and chronic diseases. Try these strategies optimize your levels. https://bit.ly/3ybKVFp

Nanoplastics Have Now Been Detected in Arterial Plaque Nanoplastics — particles less than 1 micrometer in size, or 1,000th the average width of a human hair — have emerged as a significant environmental concern due to their widespread prevalence and potential health hazards to humans and wildlife alike. These microscopic fragments result from the degradation of larger plastic debris and can also be manufactured directly for various applications. Nanoplastics have become ubiquitous in ecosystems around the world, from urban waterways to remote oceanic and terrestrial environments. Their pervasive presence is attributed to the widespread use and disposal of plastic materials globally. More on this story: https://bit.ly/4aV62u5