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September 2, 2019 - Issue 4767


Top anti-inflammatory foods and supplements

anti inflammatory foods

September 2, 2019

With any chronic disease, including heart disease, malignancy or obesity, this condition is usually a key underlying factor, and if you don't deal with it, you may not improve. By choosing your foods and supplements carefully, you can make a significant impact.

How dead soil and toxins reduce food nutrients

how dead soil toxins reduce food nutrients

September 2, 2019

A significant drop in the nutrients in food has been detected as compared to levels found in 1975. This may be due to modern farming practices, rising air and water pollution or a decline in seed quality. Consider seeking organically and regeneratively raised produce, meat and meat products to protect your health and the environment.

Higher cholesterol is associated with longer life

higher cholesterol is associated with longer life

September 2, 2019

There are two types of cholesterol: High-density and low-density lipoprotein, aka HDL and LDL, but how they affect your heart and your longevity is the subject of ongoing controversy. For years, you've been told that high cholesterol levels were 'bad' and that low was 'good,' but increasing evidence suggests that it's just the opposite, and that it's too compelling to ignore.

Weekly health quiz: Blood pressure, fasting and sirtuins

week 94 health quiz

September 2, 2019

Take this week's quiz to see how well you remember what you read on Mercola.com last week.