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Seek Out Locally Produced Grass-Fed Beef

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On his blog, Mercola.com, Dr. Joseph Mercola outlines the dire situation facing small farmers attempting to use traditional agricultural techniques to raise beef cattle and contrasts that with the success of farmers selling locally produced, grass-fed beef. He writes (abridged): American cattle rancher Shad Sullivan from North Texas was interviewed by host Patrick Bet-David about […]

82.2% of COVID-19 Patients Tested Were Deficient in Vitamin D

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On his blog, Mercola.com, Dr. Joseph Mercola points to vitamin D deficiency as a key risk to COVID-19, and points to studies concluding that seasonal influenza is related to vitamin D deficiency. He writes (abridged): A scientific review published in 2006 concluded that epidemic seasonal influenza is most likely related to the prevalence of vitamin […]

Here’s What Most Americans Don’t Know About Omega-3 Fats

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On his website, Dr. Joseph Mercola explains what most people don’t know about Omega-3 fats. Many people believe they’re all the same, but Mercola details the two types of Omega-3s people need most. He writes (abridged): Omega-3 fats are an essential for your health, not just an option. Optimal amounts are important for the healthy function of […]

Getting Older Doesn’t Have to Mean Getting Weaker and Sicker

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On his blog, Mercola.com, Dr. Joseph Mercola explains the aging process, and what you can do to keep your body and mind fit and sharp as you age. He writes (abridged): Sarcopenia — age-related muscle loss — threatens a healthy lifespan. Skeletal muscle not only manages physical activity, but also plays a major role in […]

Dr. Mercola: On the Ball with Vitamin D

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On his blog, Dr. Joseph Mercola explains how vitamin D can reduce cancer deaths. He writes (abridged): Several studies demonstrate vitamin D can have a significantly beneficial impact on your cancer risk, both in terms of preventing cancer and in the treatment of cancer A secondary analysis of the VITAL study found patients with no […]

The Killer Oils

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Dr. Joseph Mercola warns readers against the dangers of seed, or vegetable, oils, in their diet. He writes on his blog, Mercola.com (abridged): Vegetable oils, more accurately called seed oils, are likely the most important metabolic toxin in your diet. They are the unifying mechanism behind westernized chronic diseases like heart disease, obesity, cancer and […]

What’s the Number Needed to Treat (NNT)?

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Phillip Wegman at RealClear Politics reports: “That a return to masks is even being considered is a direct result of the delta variant of the coronavirus burning its way through the country. It is now the dominant variant worldwide, and it accounts for the majority of new COVID cases among the unvaccinated. Experts say that vaccines […]

The Silent Killer—High Blood Pressure

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Originally posted November 4, 2010. Do you own a high-quality blood pressure machine? Debbie and I keep tabs on our numbers, and you should too, especially if high blood pressure runs in your family. Your three most important dietary considerations are to avoid processed and packaged foods, scratch the saltshaker, and boot up your potassium […]

Here is Your Family’s Guide to the Coronavirus

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UPDATE 4.29.21: I first wrote to you about my friend Dr. Ward’s views on COVID last April. I will return to Newport in May and will visit her for an update to pass on to you.–Dick Originally posted April 20, 2020. I visit Dr. Ward at least once a week when Debbie and I are […]

Doctors Fighting Cancer Are Taking Another Look at This Common Supplement

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In LewRockwel.com, Bill Sardi examines what affects cancer’s growth in a patient, and explains why doctors are taking another look at a common supplement, vitamin C. He writes (abridged): Experiments have repeatedly shown that humans subjected to mental or physical stress experience a rise in blood sugar levels.  Modern medicine calls this diabetes, but in fact […]