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In order to help combat or prevent an existing condition or simply improve general health, our articles cover the latest research, new treatments (both conventional and natural) as well as wellness trends. Written by qualified journalists, expert guest authors or Dr. Axe himself, each piece is based on studies and always fact-checked.

How Many Baths Should You Take a Week?

The question of how many baths you should take a week is gaining new prominence, thanks to a recent podcast where actors and married couple Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher shared their family's bathing strategy. "If ...

Benefits & Dangers of IGF-1: Weight-Loss Promoter or Cancer Causer?

IGF-1, also known as insulin-like growth factor 1, is a complex and interesting hormone. Is IGF-1 good or bad when it comes to your health? It has the potential to have both effects depending on ...

The Surprising Benefits of Swimming in Cold Water (+ How to Stay Safe)

People living in cooler locations such as Russia, Finland and England have been practicing cold water swimming for hundreds of years. Since the 1800s swimming in cold water has even grown in popularity as a ...

Always Have A Bloated Stomach? Here Are 10 Reasons Why

Stomach bloating is so common these days that it’s been called an “epidemic.” If you frequently deal with distention, digestive discomfort and a bloated stomach, you probably want to know: Why do I feel bloated ...

What Is an Internal Monologue? (And Does Everyone Have One?)

If you ever experience the sensation of "talking to yourself in your head," then you might question: Is it normal to have an internal monologue? While the topic of internal dialogue is an ongoing one among ...

Talcum Powder Risks: 5 Reasons to Never Put Baby Powder on Your Skin Again

Talcum powder. It seems innocent enough, but did you know scientists have been warning us about potential risks since the 1960s? Talcum powder is a mineral-based product used in baby powder and many other cosmetics. ...

Sunscreen Recall Targets 14 Popular Sunscreens Tainted with Known Carcinogen

Johnson & Johnson issued a voluntary sunscreen recall after benzene, a known carcinogen, was detected in 14 different spray sunscreen products. The recall only involves aerosol products, a type of sunscreen that DrAxe.com and many public ...

Causes of Oversleeping (+ Dangers of Sleeping Too Much)

If you've been feeling fatigued and can't quite seem to drag yourself out of bed lately, you may be wondering, "Why am I sleeping too much?" Given how common insomnia and sleep deprivation are, we don't always ...

How to Overcome Loneliness

Loneliness may be more of a hazard to our health than obesity, according to a 2017 article published by the American Psychological Association in Washington, D.C. And researchers even liken the potential health damage of social isolation ...

How to Get Rid of Fungal Acne (Plus Symptoms & Causes)

If you've recently taken a course of antibiotics or you have a chronic condition that affects your immune system (such as autoimmune disease or diabetes), you have a higher likelihood of developing certain skin conditions, ...

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