
Dr. Joseph Mercola - Take Control of Your Health
Listen to Dr. Mercola’s Weekly Podcast, as the legendary natural health pioneer continues to lead you on your journey towards optimal health.
Latest episodes

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Dec 21, 2023 • 58min
The Underappreciated Role of Carbon Dioxide in Health - Discussion between Georgi Dinkov and Dr. Mercola
In this interview, Georgi Dinkov reviews the role of carbon dioxide (CO2) in health. CO2 is typically thought of as nothing more than a harmful waste product of respiration, but it’s actually a driver of mitochondrial energy production, and it improves the delivery of oxygen into your cells.

Dec 12, 2023 • 1h 7min
The Role of GABA in Health and Well-Being - Discussion between Dr. Scott Sherr and Dr. Mercola
Dr. Scott Sherr, Director of Integrative Hyperbaric Medicine and Health Optimization, discusses the role of GABA in health and well-being. They cover topics such as GABA as an inhibitory neurotransmitter, the conversion process from glutamate to GABA, stress hormone's impact on GABA production, and the controversy surrounding GABA's ability to cross the blood-brain barrier. They also touch on the importance of aligning sleep with circadian rhythm, the benefits of meditation in increasing CO2 levels, and the significance of proper breathing, CO2 tolerance, and insulin levels.

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Dec 6, 2023 • 1h 3min
The Four Hormones Most Adults Need More Of - Discussion between Georgi Dinkov and Dr. Mercola
Dr. Mercola and Georgi Dinkov discuss hormone supplementation and the importance of progesterone, T3, DHEA, and pregnenolone. They explore the role of hormones in overall health, aging, and cancer risk. They also touch on analyzing diet and nutrient intake, the molecular mechanisms of calcium, estrogen, and linoleic acid, maximizing hormone absorbability with fatty acids, and the benefits of dissolving progesterone in vitamin E. They further discuss the benefits and optimal dosage of progesterone for women.

Dec 4, 2023 • 1h 5min
Nailing the Sweet Spots for Exercise Volume - Discussion between Dr. James O'Keefe and Dr. Mercola
Without doubt, we need exercise. The question is, how much? Many of us who are committed to being optimally healthy tend to overdo it, which is certainly true in my case.

Nov 21, 2023 • 1h 12min
How to Safeguard Your Child’s Health and Future - Discussion between Dr. Larry Palevsky & Dr. Mercola
Dr. Larry Palevsky, pediatrician, and Dr. Mercola discuss safeguarding children's health and the vaccine controversy. They share personal experiences and explore the challenges and misconceptions surrounding vaccines. They also touch upon immunization exemption rates, positive thinking, dangers of hydrogenated oils, and the role of fever in eliminating threats. The chapter also highlights the effectiveness of saline rinses and emphasizes the importance of seeking diverse perspectives and alternative sources.

Nov 12, 2023 • 1h 3min
Omega-3 - A Simple Way to Lower Your Risk of Disease - Discussion between Dr. Bill Harris & Dr. Mercola
Expert discussion on the benefits of Omega-3, balancing Omega-3 and Omega-6 for optimal health, understanding Omega-3 supplements, dispelling myths about linoleic acid, exploring Omega-3 intake and testing levels, convenient self-drawn blood testing, and enhancing Omega-3 status while avoiding excess consumption.

Nov 8, 2023 • 58min
Best of Series - Cause Unknown: The Epidemic of Sudden Death
In this interview, Edward (Ed) Dowd, a former analyst and fund manager with BlackRock, discusses the details of the data showing the COVID shots are a crime against humanity.

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Nov 5, 2023 • 1h 56min
Solutions for Troubled Times - Discussion Between Catherine Austin Fitts & Dr. Mercola
Finance expert Catherine Austin Fitts discusses coming changes to the banking system, how they threaten freedom, and the importance of building a good relationship with your bank. They delve into the concept of 'Mr. Global,' the hidden families that control wealth, and the risks of nuclear accidents. They explore the limitations of the internet and the importance of physical archives. They discuss the shift in perceptions and the significance of forming connections with like-minded people. They also explore the challenges of raising awareness and being labeled as spreaders of disinformation. They emphasize the importance of building communities, self-sufficiency, and independence in troubled times.

Oct 30, 2023 • 1h 2min
Vaccine Awareness Week 2023 Update - Discussion Between Barbara Loe Fisher & Dr. Mercola
In this interview, Barbara Loe Fisher, cofounder and president of the National Vaccine Information Center, shares research on the censorship of vaccine information that she’s compiled for the U.S. House Judiciary Select Subcommittee on the Weaponization of the Federal Government.

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Oct 22, 2023 • 1h 31min
What You Need to Know About Estrogen and Serotonin - Discussion Between Georgi Dinkov & Dr. Mercola
Dr. Mercola and Georgi Dinkov discuss the downsides of estrogen and debunk the myth of serotonin as the happy hormone. They explore the effects of estrogen in weight gain, breast cancer, and hormone replacement therapy. The podcast also delves into the relationship between estrogen, EMF, and the electron transport chain, the use of RE486 and DHT in cancer treatment, the effects of progesterone on the body, and the connection between serotonin and GABA. They also discuss the effectiveness of GABA, theanine, and magnesium supplements for anxiety and sleep, utilizing fat as fuel for endurance athletes, the role of nitric oxide, and the significance of subscribing to a health blog.