Dr. Scott Olson, ND
Potent NATURAL Trio Reigns in Rising Blood Sugar
It’s the moment every diabetic dreads. You arrive at your doctor’s office, and he breaks the news. “You need new meds,” he says gravely, pulling out the prescription pad. And you were following his advice to the letter. You’ve done your best with your diet, increased your exercise, and dutifully taken metformin daily. So, your...
Mailbag: How Old is “TOO Old” to Prevent Alzheimer’s?
“Is it too late to prevent Alzheimer’s? I’m 76.” – Alan Dear Alan, I always tell folks it’s NEVER too late to make changes to lower your risk of developing memory problems or being diagnosed with Alzheimer’s. Changes made NOW can support brain health and reduce dementia risks despite being in your 60s, 70s, or...
Dial Back Brain Age with THIS Change
One of the most common things I get asked is, “How can I keep my brain from turning into mush?” It IS a critical question. Because we aren’t all doomed to dementia as we age. But your brain DOES, sadly, succumb to natural wasting and slowing. And that can trigger those dreaded “senior moments.” But...
“Outdoor” Trick Eases Alzheimer’s (PROTECTS Brain Health)
We all could use a little more sunshine in our lives. How do I know? Because when you test most people’s blood for vitamin D (especially during the winter) nearly EVERYONE runs short. Vitamin D is produced in your body when sunlight strikes your skin. But the folks who may need sunshine the MOST are...
ONE Change Slashes Risk of NINE Cancers
It’s one little word. But the fear it strikes in your heart is FAR from little. A cancer diagnosis is downright terrifying. But ONE simple change you can make starting TODAY could help you dodge a diagnosis in your FUTURE. In fact, new research reveals this change can significantly SLASH the risk of developing NINE...
Common "Kitchen Cure" SLASHES COVID Hospitalization!?
When modern medicine lets us down, we often turn to tried-and-true home solutions handed down over generations. And with COVID-19 STILL causing trouble and new variants popping up, many folks are turning to an oldie but goodie for symptom relief. For decades, grandmothers and moms have recommended this old-fashioned cold and flu “cure.” It’s used...
7 Signs You SHOULD Take Multivitamins
Lately, I’ve had a few folks tell me they don’t take multivitamins because they don’t see any reason to. Personally, I think multivitamins are a good idea for almost EVERYONE. The fact is, it isn’t uncommon for ALL of us to miss out on certain vital nutrients from time to time, and multivitamins can cover...
The “BAD” Habit You’ll Want to KEEP
Most of us are in detox mode in January. It’s an excellent time to cut back on everything we over-indulged in over the holidays (not to mention all year long…). But this one “indulgence” you won’t want to quit. It’s a habit often lumped in with the “bad” things we must give up. But there’s...
Mailbag: Gut Health Is CRITICAL at ANY Age
“Is gut health really that important? Will it really change the health of someone already in their 60s?” – Theresa Hi Theresa, It’s NEVER too late to make your gut healthier or to benefit from that improvement. Making healthy changes to your food, lifestyle, and gut microbiome in your 60s… and BEYOND… can still have...
Food Additive SABOTAGES Blood Sugar
If you’re concerned about your blood sugar or diabetes risk, it’s common sense to avoid junk foods like candy and corn chips. However, researchers uncovered something downright disturbing about foods that countless folks eat daily. A HIDDEN ingredient in even some so-called “healthy” foods could sabotage your best efforts. A shocking study found many processed...