Prediabetes in Younger Adults Raises Death Risk
Dr. Joseph Mercola - Take Control of Your Health
Release Date: 09/19/2025
Estrogen, Histamine, Serotonin, and Endotoxin with Georgi Dinkov
Dr. Joseph Mercola - Take Control of Your Health
Estrogen accumulates in your tissues even when blood tests show low levels, leading to misdiagnosis and ineffective treatment Hair and nail testing reveal long-term patterns of hormone and mineral buildup, offering clearer insight into chronic symptoms like fatigue, infertility, and fluid retention High prolactin levels often signal hidden estrogen activity and are especially important to monitor if your thyroid function is low Vegetable oils, plastics, and many common household products contain compounds that either mimic estrogen or promote estrogen dominance by disrupting thyroid function,...
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How Your Brain Rewrites Stress Responses
Dr. Joseph Mercola - Take Control of Your Health
Old injuries don’t just leave physical scars — they rewire your stress system, making everyday situations feel more threatening than they really are Stress hormones act like fuel that keeps fear and pain responses locked in place, which helps explain why anxiety and chronic pain often linger Trauma survivors who recover better use brain networks more efficiently, allowing them to separate safe cues from real danger and avoid living in constant high alert Simple steps like improving sleep, getting morning sunlight, and gradually retraining your brain with safe exposures help reset stress...
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Natural Maple Compounds Block Cavity-Causing Bacteria
Dr. Joseph Mercola - Take Control of Your Health
Maple-derived compounds, especially epicatechin gallate (ECG), stop cavity-causing bacteria from attaching to your teeth and forming plaque Unlike chemical mouthwashes, maple polyphenols are safe to swallow, making them a better option for children and adults Green and black tea also contain ECG, giving you an easy daily source of natural cavity protection Reducing sugary and acidic drinks cuts off the main fuel that bacteria use to erode enamel and cause decay Homemade eggshell toothpaste and oil pulling with coconut oil provide simple, natural ways to strengthen teeth and reduce harmful...
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FDA Warns of Dangerous Drug Sold in Stores Nationwide
Dr. Joseph Mercola - Take Control of Your Health
The FDA has issued a nationwide warning about 7-hydroxymitragynine (7-OH), an opioid substance found in some products available in gas stations and convenience stores across the U.S. 7-OH binds strongly to opioid receptors and has been shown to be more potent than morphine, yet it is unregulated, lacks approved medical use, and is often sold without proper safety labeling Many 7-OH products are disguised as energy shots or wellness aids, often with bright packaging that looks like candy or juice. This makes them easy to grab, especially for young consumers, and they’re frequently marketed...
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What Grip Strength Reveals About Your Brain, Mental Health, and Overall Well-Being
Dr. Joseph Mercola - Take Control of Your Health
Grip strength is a quick, noninvasive marker of overall health, linked to aging, resilience, neurological coordination, and risk of chronic disease and early mortality A 2025 study found that weaker grip strength in early psychosis patients correlated with poorer well-being and disruptions in key brain network connectivity patterns Stronger grip strength was linked to better communication between brain regions involved in movement, emotion, and self-reflection, especially within the brain’s default mode network Beyond brain health, grip strength also reflects cardiovascular fitness, immune...
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Prediabetes in Younger Adults Raises Death Risk
Dr. Joseph Mercola - Take Control of Your Health
Prediabetes raises the risk of death by 64% in adults aged 20 to 54, making it far more dangerous at a younger age than later in life Most people with prediabetes have no obvious symptoms, which means you could be at risk without knowing it unless you get tested Unlike older adults, younger people with prediabetes often face faster disease progression and fewer overlapping health issues to mask the danger Simple lifestyle shifts like cutting vegetable oils, reintroducing the right carbs, reducing toxin exposure, and getting daily sunlight restore your body’s ability to make energy The...
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Did You Know? High Blood Pressure Causes Kidney Damage
Dr. Joseph Mercola - Take Control of Your Health
About 1 in 5 adults with high blood pressure already has kidney damage, even if they feel completely fine High blood pressure silently destroys kidney function by narrowing blood vessels and trapping toxins in your body Older adults with high blood pressure are three times more likely to develop chronic kidney disease, yet most aren’t screened early Cutting all salt is not the solution — what matters most is improving your sodium-to-potassium ratio by eating whole, unprocessed foods Simple daily habits like breathing exercises, vitamin D optimization, and short walks help lower blood...
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How Magnesium and Vitamin D Are Reshaping Mental Health Care
Dr. Joseph Mercola - Take Control of Your Health
Mental health issues like depression and anxiety are widespread across the globe. In the U.S. alone, nearly one in five adults is affected by mental illness each year Magnesium plays a central role in brain function, mood regulation, and stress response; deficiency is common and linked to anxiety, depression, poor sleep, and cognitive decline Vitamin D directly influences brain chemistry and inflammation, supports dopamine production, and is frequently low in individuals with mood disorders These two nutrients work synergistically. Magnesium activates vitamin D, while vitamin D enhances...
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Fecal Transplant May Help Reduce Infections in Long-Term Care Patients
Dr. Joseph Mercola - Take Control of Your Health
Fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT) is a therapy that restores balance in the gut by transferring healthy bacteria, helping patients escape the cycle of repeated antibiotic failures and infections A recent clinical trial found that FMT was safe and well tolerated in frail long-term care patients, showing fewer bloodstream infections and less antibiotic use than standard care Even though transplant recipients still carried resistant bacteria, they experienced fewer serious infections, proving that restoring microbiome diversity strengthens the body’s defenses against harmful microbes A...
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Emerging Health Benefits of Creatine Supplements
Dr. Joseph Mercola - Take Control of Your Health
Creatine isn’t just for athletes — it fuels brain function, immune response, and recovery from stress and illness by supporting how your cells make and recycle energy Older adults, vegetarians, and those with brain fog or long COVID are especially likely to benefit from creatine, as natural production and intake often fall short Daily creatine supplementation improves memory, learning, and executive function in aging adults, including those with Alzheimer’s disease When combined with resistance training, creatine helps build lean muscle, speed recovery, and reduce the risk of...
info_outline- Prediabetes raises the risk of death by 64% in adults aged 20 to 54, making it far more dangerous at a younger age than later in life
- Most people with prediabetes have no obvious symptoms, which means you could be at risk without knowing it unless you get tested
- Unlike older adults, younger people with prediabetes often face faster disease progression and fewer overlapping health issues to mask the danger
- Simple lifestyle shifts like cutting vegetable oils, reintroducing the right carbs, reducing toxin exposure, and getting daily sunlight restore your body’s ability to make energy
- The HOMA-IR test is an effective way to track insulin resistance and see if your efforts are truly reversing prediabetes