Dr. Scott Olson, ND
The Flu: What REALLY Happens
The flu came in like a wrecking ball this year. Recently, it seemed like nearly EVERYONE was sick. Cases are still surging in many places. And to be perfectly clear, the flu is never “just the flu.” This virus is serious business. In fact, it’s often a killer. Up to 50,000 people die yearly from...
MAILBAG: A STRONG Case for Multivitamins
Dear Living Well Daily Reader, “Is a multivitamin the best vitamin to take to support overall health?” – Beth, Tampa, Florida Hi Beth, The short answer is, “YES!” But let’s look at why that’s the case. When asked, most folks will swear that they eat a healthy diet. But research reveals the truth. Around 80...
SUPERCHARGE Your Immune System and SKIP the Antibiotics
I hope your Christmas was every bit as joyous as mine. We had a wonderful day. But I know some folks have difficulty enjoying this time – especially with COVID, the flu, and other illnesses circling around. If you or loved ones have started with a cough or a sniffle you might be tempted to...
Christmas Treat BEATS Blood Pressure Meds
Merry Christmas! I hope you’re already enjoying the day with family and friends and a delicious holiday spread. My advice? Go ahead and put your feet up and relax. You deserve it! Because although Christmas is a joyous occasion, getting ready for the big day is stressful. And stress-related hormones are linked to high blood...
Bedroom Habit Sends You to An Early GRAVE
As a kid, I’d get so excited in the days leading up to Christmas that it was IMPOSSIBLE to sleep. And on Christmas Eve? FORGET about it! I tossed and turned and snuck looks at my comic books under the covers (praying my parents… and Santa… didn’t catch me being naughty). But back then, the...
H2O WARNING: Before Your Next Sip, Read THIS!
Hoodwinked. Duped. Conned. No matter what you call it, the bottled water industry has pulled a fast one. They’ve convinced us their products are pure, safe, and (most of all) NECESSARY. But the reality is NONE of those things are true. Because despite the fresh, colorful labels on their bottles… and claims that their contents...
Sip on THIS Drink to DISSOLVE Dementia
I’m on a personal mission to keep YOU from getting Alzheimer’s. Why? Because I’ve seen FAR too many people arrive at their golden years without their mind, memory, or independence. Their brains are clogged up with neurofibrillary tangles called tau tangles or plaques. But that doesn’t have to be YOUR fate. Because there’s a simple...
MAILBAG: Are Potatoes "OFF LIMITS"? (Surprising!)
“What’s the deal with carbs and starches? Are they really that bad? Potatoes are from nature, yet there are people telling me to ditch my potatoes because they’re not healthy. It’s very confusing.” – Paul, from Clifton, New Jersey Hi Paul, You hit the nail on the head. There’s no doubt that keeping your blood...
“Window” Trick BEATS Diabetes
The list of “musts” is a mile long when you’re diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. You MUST take these meds. You MUST give up those foods. You MUST do this kind of exercise. You MUST monitor your blood sugar. It’s downright overwhelming, not to mention disheartening. But what if it DIDN’T have to be that...
Feeling Like A Scrooge? THIS Can Help
While everyone is running around, making the season merry and bright, you feel more like crawling back under the covers. Gift shopping, trimming the tree, and holiday parties don’t bring you joy. In fact, they send your anxiety soaring. And, if you’re being honest, all the smells, bells, and good cheer make you feel downright...