Dr. Scott Olson, ND
MAILBAG: Shining a Light on Sun Exposure Safety
“I’ve heard that being in the sun is good for you, but what about skin cancer? How can the sun be both good and bad for you?” – Pam, Indianapolis, IN Hi Pam, That’s exactly right! Sunlight IS both good and bad for you. And like so many things, the truth about how much you...
FAT Solution Linked to Healthier Weight (WEIRD)
It sneaks up on you… And then, sometime around 50, your pants begin to feel a bit tighter, and your upper arms start to look a little looser. Then you notice the numbers on the bathroom scale are slowly creeping up. Age-related weight gain causes most of us to pack on an additional pound or...
Put the Brakes on BRAIN SHRINK
I’m often greeted with a shocked look when I tell folks that their brain is shrinking. But I assure you it’s a perfectly natural thing. It happens to ALL of us. Research shows that adult brains tend to get smaller with each passing year. In fact, the science suggests that after 40, brain weight typically...
Cause of “Broken-heart” Deaths REVEALED!?
You’ve undoubtedly heard a heartbreaking story or two about someone quickly passing away from grief after losing their spouse. Sadly, research confirms these tragic tales are TRUE. In fact, we ALL face an elevated risk of a “broken heart” death after someone close to us dies. But it turns out dodging death isn’t the ONLY...
Dial Down Parkinson's Risk
“There’s nothing you can do to avoid getting Parkinson’s.” If I had a dime for every time I’ve heard some version of THAT bit of “wisdom,” I’d be a very wealthy man. The only trouble is, it’s pure rubbish! The fact is there are PLENTY of steps you can take to support your overall brain...
The TRUTH About Apple Cider Vinegar
It happens every few years. Interest spikes in the potential health benefits of apple cider vinegar. So I’m never surprised when I start getting a lot of questions about whether or not it’s good for us. And lately, they’ve been ROLLING in. So let’s take a closer look… Wherever you have apples, you have vinegar....
Sleep Apnea Linked to BRAIN SHRINKAGE
Some things are quick tickets to a shortened time here on Earth. Smoking, abusing drugs, eating junk food, and chronic sleep issues all come to mind. Sleep apnea makes the list too. At least when it goes untreated. In fact, it’s a DOUBLE whammy for anyone who wants to live a long, healthy life. Because...
MAILBAG: When Is it TOO Late to Prevent Alzheimer's?
“Is there an age where it’s too late to prevent Alzheimer’s?” – Tony, Aurora, IL Hi Tony, There isn’t an age when it’s too late to prevent Alzheimer’s. But if you have the disease already, there IS a point when it’s too late to significantly delay its progression. However, that occurs only when Alzheimer’s is...
Gambling Trick Lets You Live LONGER and Better
I can’t say that I’m a gambler. But I have been known to sit down at a blackjack table every once in a while. I choose blackjack because I know the best chance of winning anything in a casino is at the blackjack table. It’s all about the odds. And speaking of odds, you can...
AM Switch Leads to ALL DAY Blood Sugar Control
If you battle blood sugar problems, you probably ALREADY know that keeping your numbers under control is one of the best things you can do for your health. The list of problems that come with uncontrolled blood sugar is long. They include eye problems (macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy), heart attack, stroke, kidney failure, and...