Dr. Scott Olson, ND
Halt the Flu with Your Diet (Delicious!)
It’s that time of the year where you’re more prone to get struck down with any number of illnesses — from the common cold to the flu. And in the age of a pandemic, now is NOT the time to be getting sick. So regardless if you’re one of those who gets the flu every...
“Gold” Spice Reduces Ulcerative Colitis by 40%!
Recently, a patient of mine, we’ll call her Mary, walked into my office and told me of her eight–week battle with bloody diarrhea. Many folks are embarrassed to talk about such things, but, having been diagnosed with ulcerative colitis two years ago, she’s gotten used to it. Her ulcerative colitis had remained in remission – until this recent attack. She said told me she went to the bathroom 20 times...
Fake v.s. Real: Which Tree is Safer?
This time of year, there’s one debate that always seems to come up in my house. And just maybe it’s happening in yours too. It’s not political or anything like that… but rather it’s an argument about which tree we should have in our house for Christmas. Should we go all natural, or get a fake, plastic tree? Well, luckily, a...
Hidden Household Danger Destroying Your Lungs?!
Having healthy lungs is essential as you age. Because if your lungs are struggling, simple things like walking to the mailbox, or even going down the steps without wheezing feel impossible. And especially in our current climate… you WANT strong, healthy lungs. While exercising and quitting smoking will certainly help… that’s not all you should be doing. Because new research shows there’s...
Boost Your Longevity with This “Best Friend” Secret
Heart attack. The words can send shivers down anyone’s spine. And if you’ve had a heart attack, you know just how terrifying it is. But the attack itself isn’t nearly as scary as your new reality. You see, once you’ve had one heart attack, your chances of having ANOTHER heart attack – or dying from another heart issue – go through...
Can You Make Your Brain 2 Years Younger?!
It’s the time of the season where we get together with family and friends… Sit around the tree, gather for a meal, and share stories and memories with your grandkids. But it can be hard to reminisce on old times if you find your mind isn’t as sharp as it used to be. Especially if you’re older. You may find...
“Sugar Impersonators” Spiking Your Blood Sugar?
It’s no surprise that I always suggest staying away from sugar. It causes all kinds of health problems… and a big one is that, in large amounts, it’ll send your blood sugar through the roof. But sugar isn’t the only culprit Those foods that act like sugars can also open a can of worms when it comes to your health. These “sugar impersonators” can also...
Easiest Way to Get Your 40 Winks
Dear Reader, It’s hard enough to get a good night’s sleep – even good during good times! But with all the news, politics, and the ongoing coronavirus… it is downright impossible to get your forty winks. You might even find yourself tempted to grab an over the counter sleep aid. But before you go buying one of these drugs that are riddled with side...
Is Your Prescription WRONG?
Dear Reader, You make an appointment at your doctor’s office (which, let’s be honest, is no small feat in an “Era of Infection”). You pass the temperature and the pandemic questions with flying colors. You brave the waiting area, where any number of people might be infected and breathing viruses into the air… Everything inside the exam room goes as planned. But there’s something all-too-common that could be happening when you leave – something you don’t expect....
“Healthy Habit” a Wrecking Ball for Your Heart!
Dear Reader, Overall, you try to eat healthy, do well for yourself, and even exercise. Maybe you even think about your heart health when you’re choosing food at a restaurant or the grocery store. You try to get your fruits and veggies, order diet drinks instead of full-calorie sodas, skip the dessert on most occasions (we all have to splurge sometimes!), and focus on lean meats and whole...