Dr. Scott Olson, ND
Surprising Fitness Tracker Benefit REVEALED
I get a fair amount of ribbing from my friends for wearing a smartwatch that tracks my fitness. They prefer something more stylish that just tells them the time. Many good reasons to use wearable technology—like a fitness tracker or smartwatch—already exist. I’m not the craziest health nut you’ve ever met, but I do like...
Down A Daily Mug of Diabetes Prevention
Long-time readers will know that I LOVE my coffee. But, by no means am I a tea hater. Coffee is indeed my go-to morning brew. But tea is my afternoon break beverage of choice. Sipping a hot cuppa is a comforting ritual for tea lovers like me. However, emerging research reveals that one particular kind...
Mailbag: Physical Activity After Heart Attack [FIX the Fear!]
“My wife just had a heart attack a month ago and is living in fear. I feel like I can’t get her to do anything. She’s constantly afraid of having a second one. Should she be afraid? Is it safe to resume normal activities after a heart attack?” -Roland from Palm Springs, CA Hi Roland,...
Fiery Spice DOUSES the Flames of Autoimmune Disease
For as long as humans have written words, they’ve written about ginger. The fiery and invigorating spice has been a culinary and medicinal staple in countless cultures for thousands of years. However, recent research reveals this knobby brown root could ALSO be a godsend for anyone battling an autoimmune disease… Autoimmune conditions like rheumatoid arthritis,...
This Delicious Drink DODGES Depression
When you look around at your neighbors and friends, it seems like they’re living happy, fulfilled lives. So, it might surprise you to learn that might not always be true. Depression and anxiety are some of the most common causes of disability in the world. In fact, nearly 40 percent, or 4 in 10, adults...
Weight Loss Drug Linked to Serious Side Effects
I can’t tell you how many times it’s happened. A new prescription medication is introduced by Big Pharma with lots of fanfare. The press enthusiastically promotes the new “miracle drug.” The med predictably flies off pharmacy shelves. And everyone is happy. Well, happy, that is, until the truth is revealed. Because inevitably, after many folks...
Hidden Harm of Daylight Savings
Daylight Saving Time is no big deal. It’s just an hour… it can’t affect that much. Right? WRONG. The truth is whether we’re “springing forth” or “falling back,” daylight saving time (DST) can change your life in small but harmful ways. In fact, research reveals one common side effect that can negatively affect EVERY aspect...
Overlooked Health Measurement Could SAVE Your Life
You likely know how much you weigh. After all, if you forget, your doctor will surely remind you on your next visit. You may even have a scale to keep track of it at home. And the same is true for your blood pressure and maybe even your blood sugar. But few of us pay...
Common Meds Send SUDDEN Heart Attack Risk Soaring
Let’s face it. When managing a chronic disease like diabetes, you’re likely at your doctor’s office FAR more often than you’d like. But when you go, you expect to at least walk out of there with something that will SUPPORT or IMPROVE your health. And that is typically the case. But startling new research reveals...
Beat BACK the Fall Blues (No Drugs Required!)
“I’m dreading the fall. I feel like I always start to get depressed this time of year. Is that normal?” – Kathy from Boston, MA Hi Kathy, The colorful leaves and cool breezes of fall might sound picture-perfect, but for many the new season ushers in feelings of melancholy and isolation. As the days get...