Dr. Joseph Mercola - Take Control of Your Health

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Diagnosed with an Ovarian Cyst? Here's What to Do Next - AI Podcast

Story at-a-glance Most ovarian cysts are harmless and disappear naturally, but some cause severe complications like rupture or twisting the ovary, requiring emergency surgery Vegetable oils like canola and sunflower act as fake estrogens, damaging ovarian tissue and fueling cyst formation due to linoleic acid content PCOS drives recurring cysts through hormonal chaos, particularly insulin resistance and elevated estrogen that disrupts normal ovarian function and cycles Natural pain relief includ...

Jul 05, 2025•8 min

The Healing Power of Food: What to Eat When You’re Sick - AI Podcast

Story at-a-glance Different symptoms require specific food strategies: hydration comes first during stomach bugs, bland carbs help with upset stomachs, while warm liquids and fiber aid constipation Bone broth and warm teas help with congestion, while both cold foods and warm soups soothe sore throats. Raw honey acts as a natural cough suppressant Bone broth offers collagen and amino acids for tissue repair, while garlic provides antiviral and antibacterial effects that reduce cold and flu severi...

Jul 05, 2025•8 min

The Hidden Danger Behind Bone Meds and Steroids -AI Podcast

Story at-a-glance Medication-related osteonecrosis of the jaw (MRONJ) is a serious condition where jawbone dies and fails to heal, and it’s been linked to common bone drugs like bisphosphonates and denosumab A Finnish study found that people taking denosumab were five times more likely to develop MRONJ than those using bisphosphonates, with cancer patients and long-term users at highest risk Adding corticosteroids to bone drugs significantly worsened outcomes, multiplying the risk of jaw disease...

Jul 05, 2025•7 min

From Stiff to Strong: Reclaiming Hip Mobility at Any Age - AI Podcast

Story at-a-glance Sitting too much makes hips tight, causing knee pain, back problems, and poor balance, but simple exercises help fix these issues Six key moves, like hip circles, knee rotations and bridge lifts, help your hips work properly again and wake up sleeping muscles Using a foam roller on tight muscles before exercises helps blood flow and loosens stiff areas that develop from sitting all day Side-to-side movements like side lunges build strength in muscles most people rarely use, imp...

Jul 04, 2025•8 min

The Forgotten Molecule That Could Transform Medicine - AI Podcast

Story at-a-glance DMSO is an “umbrella remedy” capable of treating a wide range of challenging ailments due to its combination of therapeutic properties (e.g., reducing inflammation, improving circulation, and reviving dying cells) One of DMSO’s unique properties is its ability to enter through the skin and carry anything it dissolves with it as it rapidly travels throughout the body, greatly enhancing the potency and viability of many pharmaceutical drugs Because of this, numerous preparations ...

Jul 04, 2025•10 min

Tick Bites 101: What to Do and What to Avoid - AI Podcast

Story at-a-glance The safest way to remove a tick is with fine-tipped tweezers, gripping it close to your skin and pulling upward slowly without twisting or yanking Trying to dig out leftover tick parts causes more harm than good; your body will naturally expel them, similar to how it handles a splinter Using the wrong removal method, such as squeezing a tick or applying petroleum jelly or heat, increases your risk of infection by forcing harmful bacteria into your skin Prevention starts before ...

Jul 04, 2025•7 min

Strawberries for Your Heart: The Power of Fisetin - AI Podcast

Story at-a-glance Fisetin, naturally found in strawberries, apples, and onions, prevents artery stiffness by halting harmful calcium buildup in blood vessels Regular consumption of fisetin-rich foods significantly reduces inflammation and oxidative stress, effectively lowering your risk of heart disease and stroke Fisetin enhances your body's natural defenses by activating enzymes that switch off dangerous signals responsible for arterial calcification Eliminating ultraprocessed foods from your ...

Jul 03, 2025•8 min

Heart Risks After a Hysterectomy: What You Should Know - AI Podcast

Story at-a-glance Hysterectomy is often performed for various gynecologic conditions, yet research shows it significantly alters long-term cardiovascular health, especially when done before age 50 or with ovary removal Data from the Nurses’ Health Studies show hysterectomy raises the risk of heart disease and stroke, even with estrogen therapy, particularly for women undergoing surgery before menopause A major Korean study confirmed that hysterectomy increases stroke risk across all surgical typ...

Jul 03, 2025•8 min

Unlock Hidden Strength with Dead Hangs - AI Podcast

Story at-a-glance Dead hangs rebuild your tendons and ligaments faster than most workouts, helping prevent injury and improving joint stability with minimal time and equipment Starting with simple bodyweight hangs trains your nervous system to engage stabilizer muscles that improve posture, grip strength and shoulder control Thick bar grips and towel wraps activate more muscles without adding weight, making your hands stronger while reducing the risk of pain or skin tears Weighted dead hangs off...

Jul 03, 2025•7 min

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