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Analysis by Dr. Joseph Mercola STORY AT-A-GLANCE Castor oil is considered one of the world’s oldest drugs, perhaps most well-known for its laxative effects and ability to induce labor in pregnant women — although I don’t recommend using it for the latter purpose While castor beans have notable anti-inflammatory, anthelmintic, antibacterial, wound-healing and laxative properties, they also contain ricin, a poison; fortunately, ricin isn’t found in castor oil Castor oil packs may help relieve symptoms of constipation in the elderly; the FDA considers castor oil as “generally regarded as safe and effective” for use as a stimulant laxative Topical application of [More]

Analysis by Dr. Joseph Mercola STORY AT-A-GLANCE Honey is the third most-faked food in the world. Tests have revealed 50% to 70% of all U.S. honey is fake or adulterated True Source Honey, a honey certification group, was created by the businesses it certifies. According to a class action complaint, True Source Honey is being used by these businesses “to fraudulently control the market, sell fake honey at substantially lower prices than honest beekeepers, and divert sales, revenue, and profits to themselves” Honey can be faked and adulterated in many different ways. Common strategies include diluting the honey with sugars or [More]

Analysis by Dr. Joseph Mercola STORY AT-A-GLANCE When children with ADHD inhaled vetiver essential oil three times a day for 30 days they had improved brain wave patterns and behavior and did better in school Other research showed vetiver essential oil to have particular promise for ADHD, as it led to changes in brain activity suggestive of increased alertness Other essential oils that may relieve ADHD symptoms include cedarwood, rosemary, ylang ylang, frankincense and more Editor’s Note: This article is a reprint. It was originally published January 26, 2017. About 11% of U.S. children (or 6.4 million) have been diagnosed with [More]

Analysis by Dr. Joseph Mercola STORY AT-A-GLANCE Many lectins are proinflammatory, immunotoxic, neurotoxic and cytotoxic. Certain lectins may also increase blood viscosity, interfere with gene expression and disrupt endocrine function Among the most problematic lectin-containing foods are corn, corn-fed meats, casein A1 milk, peanuts, cashews and unfermented soybeans. These are best avoided altogether High-lectin foods such as legumes and grains can be made safe to eat by proper soaking and cooking. Sprouting, fermenting and removing skins and seeds will also help reduce lectins in your diet Editor’s Note: This article is a reprint. It was originally published August 14, 2017. Lectins1 — [More]

Analysis by Dr. Joseph Mercola STORY AT-A-GLANCE Exposure to e-cigarette vapor essentially froze neutrophils in place, leaving then unable to protect the body; neutrophils are white blood cells that your immune system uses as a first line of defense Even occasional e-cigarette users may be at risk, as the effect was seen with short, low-level exposure Neutrophils exposed to vapor from e-cigarettes had high concentrations of the microfilament F-actin, which resulted in the cells being less able to move and function The findings suggest e-cigarette users could be at increased risk of respiratory disease The long-term effects of vaping are unknown, [More]

Analysis by Dr. Joseph Mercola STORY AT-A-GLANCE Research presented at the 2023 American Heart Association’s Hypertension Scientific Sessions in Boston revealed that taking blood pressure while lying down was a better predictor of high blood pressure risk than when it was taken while sitting or standing High blood pressure increases your risk for stroke and heart disease, which are the two leading causes of death in the U.S. An accurate blood pressure reading allows you to take strategic steps to lower your risk A 2019 study published in Hypertension showed nearly 46% of American adults could benefit from taking their blood [More]

Analysis by Dr. Joseph Mercola STORY AT-A-GLANCE Quercetin is a natural antihistamine with anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and antiviral properties This natural flavonoid is useful for boosting heart health, relieving allergy symptoms, supporting liver health and more Quercetin acts as a zinc ionophore, helping to shuttle zinc through the cellular membrane and into the cell, which is crucial for stopping virus replication Rich sources of quercetin include apples — especially the skins — onions, broccoli, cherries, berries and green tea I recommend keeping quercetin in your medicine chest for times when you feel you’re coming down with something, such as a cold or [More]

? Analysis by Dr. Joseph Mercola STORY AT-A-GLANCE If your fat intake is higher than 30%, glucose will be metabolized through glycolysis and not in the mitochondria, which increases lactic acid. The fat percentage limit for most healthy people is likely around 35%, whereas diabetics and the obese may need to limit their fat intake to 15% Your body releases cortisol to produce endogenous glucose when your blood sugar is low. Cortisol breaks down your lean muscle, bones and brain to make amino acids that your liver then converts to glucose. Cortisol also promotes inflammation The best complex carbs are ripe [More]

? Analysis by Dr. Joseph Mercola STORY AT-A-GLANCE Vitamin K2 is an important fat-soluble vitamin that plays critical roles in protecting your heart and brain, and building strong bones. It also plays an important role in cancer protection The biological role of vitamin K2 is to help move calcium into the proper areas in your body, such as your bones and teeth. It also helps remove calcium from areas where it shouldn’t be, such as in your arteries and soft tissues The optimal amounts of vitamin K2 are still under investigation, but it seems likely that 180 to 200 micrograms of [More]