April 1st, 2024 By Dr. Joseph Mercola Contributing writer for Wake Up World For the 48.1% of U.S. adults with high blood pressure,1 learning how to do simple isometric exercises...
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Born and raised in the inner city of Chicago, IL, Dr. Joseph Mercola is an osteopathic physician trained in both traditional and natural medicine. Board-certified in family medicine, Dr. Mercola served as the chairman of the family medicine department at St. Alexius Medical Center for five years, and in 2012 was granted fellowship status by the American College of Nutrition (ACN). While in practice in the late 80s, Dr. Mercola realized the drugs he was prescribing to chronically ill patients were not working. By the early 90s, he began exploring the world of natural medicine, and in 1997 Dr. Mercola founded www.Mercola.com, which is now routinely among the top 10 health sites on the internet. His passion is to transform the traditional medical paradigm in the United States. You can follow Dr. Mercola online at Mercola.com and Facebook.com/doctor.health
Probiotics Help Reduce Symptoms of Depression
February 14th, 2024 By Dr. Joseph Mercola Contributing writer for Wake Up World When it comes to mental health, most assume the brain is in charge. In reality, your gut may be calling the...
Following the Advice of Ancient Philosophers Can Make You Happier
February 7th, 2024 By Dr. Joseph Mercola Contributing writer for Wake Up World For many, happiness is elusive at best and at times near impossible. There’s always something (or...
Is Tart Cherry Worthy of the Hype?
January 31st, 2024 By Dr. Joseph Mercola Contributing writer for Wake Up World Conventional cherries can be divided into two primary categories: sweet and tart (sour). While sweet and tart...
A Natural Way to Protect Against Urinary Tract Infections
January 19th, 2024 By Dr. Joseph Mercola Contributing writer for Wake Up World In an animal study, researchers from Baylor College of Medicine1 found that with age, cellular function...
10 Supplements Exploding in Popularity for 2024
January 5th, 2024 By Dr. Joseph Mercola Contributing writer for Wake Up World While I do not recommend relying on supplements for your daily nutrition, depending on your state of health...
This Spicy Japanese Plant Can Improve Cognitive Function
December 29th, 2023 By Dr. Joseph Mercola Contributing writer for Wake Up World Cognitive function is vital to supporting your ability to remain independent as you age. A 2023...
Can Ending Inflammation Help Beat Depression?
December 15th, 2023 By Dr. Joseph Mercola Contributing writer for Wake Up World Multiple studies have suggested that the inflammatory process is linked to the development of altered mood...
Practical Reasons to Stock a Bottle of Castor Oil at Home
December 8th, 2023 By Dr. Joseph Mercola Contributing writer for Wake Up World Castor oil is considered one of the world’s oldest drugs, perhaps most well-known for its laxative...
Should You Get a Colonoscopy?
December 1st, 2023 By Dr. Joseph Mercola Contributing writer for Wake Up World I’m 69 and I’ve never had a colonoscopy. I also have no plans to get one. While I believe they...
Can You Relieve Anxiety Just by Tapping Your Fingers?
November 17th, 2023 By Dr. Joseph Mercola Contributing writer for Wake Up World In the U.S., 19.1% of adults struggle with anxiety, the most common mental illness.1 This may include...
Why Most People Need a Multivitamin
November 8th, 2023 By Dr. Joseph Mercola Contributing writer for Wake Up World Food is your best source of nutrients, but with soil health declining and many people not eating an ideal...