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Hello and thank you for taking the time to come to my channel. You have made a very wise decision in taking the proactive approach for your health and well-being. We must understand that all symptoms have a cause, and getting to the root of your cause is our goal. Please search through the many hundreds of my self-help videos so you and your family can live a long and healthy life. Dr. M
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  • Yesterday · 6 min

    Giving You A Peace of Mind About Your Herniated Disc Problem / Dr Mandell

    Knowledge is Power! Too many people panic and jump into the wrong direction regarding treatment. Conservative treatment has been proven and effective with most disc conditions. The more you understand about your condition, the easier it will be to accept it, take care of it, and live your life happy again. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • Yesterday · 7 min

    Do This Before Bed — Help Your Pancreas While You Sleep | Dr. Mandell

    Your pancreas works around the clock regulating metabolism, blood sugar, and energy levels, yet many people unknowingly force this organ to work overtime—especially in the evening. Late-night sugars and refined carbohydrates can cause insulin spikes at the exact time the body should be shifting into a natural overnight fasting state. In this video, I explain how your evening habits influence pancreatic function while you sleep, why giving your pancreas a metabolic break at night is so important, and how simple strategies such as avoiding late sugars, taking a short walk after dinner, and using small amounts of Ceylon cinnamon may help support insulin sensitivity and metabolic balance. Understanding how the pancreas regulates insulin and glucagon during sleep can help you make smarter evening choices that support long-term metabolic health. PubMed References Khan A, Safdar M, Ali Khan MM, Khattak KN, Anderson RA. Cinnamon improves glucose and lipids of people with type 2 diabetes. Diabetes Care. 2003 Dec, 26(12):3215-3218. PMID: 14633804 Anderson RA, Broadhurst CL, Polansky MM, Schmidt WF, Khan A, Flanagan VP, Schoene NW, Graves DJ. Isolation and characterization of polyphenol type-A polymers from cinnamon with insulin-like biological activity. J Agric Food Chem. 2004 Jan, 52(1):65-70. PMID: 14709014 Qin B, Nagasaki M, Ren M, Bajotto G, Oshida Y, Sato Y. Cinnamon extract improves insulin sensitivity and glucose uptake in vivo. Diabetes Res Clin Pract. 2003 Dec, 62(3):139-148. PMID: 14625103 Cao H, Urban JF, Anderson RA. Cinnamon polyphenol extract affects immune responses and insulin signaling. J Nutr. 2008 May, 138(5):833-840. PMID: 18424533 Mang B, Wolters M, Schmitt B, Kelb K, Lichtinghagen R, Stichtenoth DO, Hahn A. Effects of a cinnamon extract on plasma glucose, HbA1c, and serum lipids in diabetes mellitus type 2. Eur J Clin Invest. 2006 May, 36(5):340-344. PMID: 16634838 ********************************* Please share this video with your friends and family. Wishing you and your family many Blessings! ❤️😊🙏 Dr M YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/motivationaldoc Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/motivationaldoc/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/motivationaldoc/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • Yesterday · 5 min

    A Miracle Cure that can Help Repair Herniated / Bulging Discs - Dr Mandell

    When the disc becomes torn (annular fibrosis), the inside gel (nucleus pulposus) can put pressure on the nerve causing pain, numbness and radiation. Here I explain an excellent alternative to help the disc repair and heal so compression may be released off the nerve. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • Yesterday · 8 min

    1 Tablespoon Before Bed — Knockout Sleep in Minutes | Dr. Mandell

    Struggling to fall asleep or waking up around 2 or 3 AM and unable to get back to sleep? Something as simple as one tablespoon of pumpkin seeds about 20 minutes before bed may help calm the nervous system and support deeper, more restful sleep. Pumpkin seeds are naturally rich in magnesium, a key mineral that helps relax the nervous system and regulate GABA, the brain’s primary calming neurotransmitter. They also contain tryptophan, an amino acid that converts into serotonin and then melatonin, the hormone that helps regulate your natural sleep cycle. In addition, the healthy fats, fiber, and protein found in pumpkin seeds may help stabilize nighttime blood sugar levels, which can prevent the release of stress hormones like cortisol and adrenaline that often wake people up during the night. By supporting melatonin production, calming the brain, and helping maintain stable glucose levels overnight, this simple bedtime habit may help you fall asleep faster and stay asleep longer. Try one tablespoon before bed tonight and see how your body responds. Research (PubMed): Peuhkuri K, Sihvola N, Korpela R. Diet promotes sleep duration and quality. Nutr Res. 2012 Aug;32(8):309-19. PMID: 22652369. Abbasi B, Kimiagar M, Sadeghniiat-Haghighi K, et al. The effect of magnesium supplementation on primary insomnia in elderly. J Res Med Sci. 2012 Dec;17(12):1161-9. PMID: 23853635. Bravo R, Matito S, Cubero J, et al. Tryptophan-rich breakfast and exposure to light improve sleep quality. J Psychiatr Res. 2013 Apr;47(4):388-93. PMID: 23290948. Gangwisch JE, Heymsfield SB, Boden-Albala B, et al. Sleep duration associated with dietary nutrient intake. Sleep. 2007 Jun;30(6):717-26. PMID: 17580592. ********************************* Please share this video with your friends and family. Wishing you and your family many Blessings! ❤️😊🙏 Dr M YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/motivationaldoc Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/motivationaldoc/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/motivationaldoc/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • Yesterday · 8 min

    Never Eat Carbs Without This (Stops Sugar Spikes) Dr. Mandell

    Most people think blood sugar spikes are caused only by sugar or carbohydrates. But what many people don’t realize is that the foods you combine with carbohydrates can dramatically change how your body responds to them. In this video, Dr. Mandell explains how adding extra virgin olive oil to your meal may help slow the absorption of glucose and support more stable blood sugar levels. Extra virgin olive oil is rich in monounsaturated fats, particularly oleic acid. These healthy fats help support the structure and function of the cell membrane, allowing insulin receptors to function more efficiently so glucose can enter the cell where it is used for energy. Another powerful benefit of high-quality olive oil comes from its polyphenols, natural antioxidant compounds that help reduce inflammation and oxidative stress. Chronic inflammation is one of the major drivers of insulin resistance and metabolic dysfunction. Healthy fats such as those found in extra virgin olive oil can also slow gastric emptying, meaning food leaves the stomach more gradually. This helps glucose enter the bloodstream at a slower pace, reducing the sharp spikes in blood sugar that often occur after carbohydrate-rich meals. This is one of the reasons the Mediterranean diet, which is rich in extra virgin olive oil, has been consistently associated with improved metabolic health, better insulin sensitivity, and lower rates of type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease. In this video you will learn: • Why combining healthy fats with carbohydrates may reduce blood sugar spikes • How olive oil supports insulin sensitivity and metabolic health • The role of polyphenols in reducing inflammation • Why the quality of olive oil matters • A simple way to incorporate extra virgin olive oil into your meals Sometimes small changes in the kitchen can make a meaningful difference in how your body responds to food. Scientific References (PubMed): Schwingshackl L, Hoffmann G. Monounsaturated fatty acids, olive oil and health status. Journal of Nutritional Biochemistry. 2014. PubMed ID: 25148973. Estruch R, Ros E, Salas-Salvadó J, et al. Primary prevention of cardiovascular disease with a Mediterranean diet supplemented with extra-virgin olive oil or nuts. New England Journal of Medicine. 2013. PubMed ID: 23432189. Widmer RJ, Flammer AJ, Lerman LO, Lerman A. The Mediterranean diet, its components, and cardiovascular disease. American Journal of Medicine. 2015. PubMed ID: 25617206. Hernáez Á, Castañer O, Elosua R, et al. Mediterranean diet improves high-density lipoprotein function in high cardiovascular risk individuals. Circulation. 2017. PubMed ID: 28289003. Schwingshackl L, Hoffmann G, Lampousi AM, et al. Food groups and risk of type 2 diabetes mellitus. European Journal of Epidemiology. 2017. PubMed ID: 28194688. ********************************* Please share this video with your friends and family. Wishing you and your family many Blessings! ❤️😊🙏 Dr M YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/motivationaldoc Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/motivationaldoc/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/motivationaldoc/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • Yesterday · 5 min

    Simple Exercise to Reduce Nerve Pressure in Neck and Bursitis in Shoulder / Dr Mandell

    Internally rotated shoulders restricts movement and limits space to the nerves in the brachial plexus and to the shoulder region. Becoming aware and maintaining correct posture will allow normal function of the body so healing may occur. Make sure you like us on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/motivationaldoc/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • Yesterday · 11 min

    Soak Ginger in Apple Cider Vinegar for 7 Days Then See What It Does to Your Body | Dr. Mandell

    What happens when fresh ginger sits in apple cider vinegar for seven days? In this video, I show you exactly how to prepare this simple ginger and apple cider vinegar infusion and explain what may happen inside the body when these two powerful ingredients combine. Start by slicing fresh ginger root and filling a glass jar about halfway. Then pour raw apple cider vinegar over the ginger until the slices are completely submerged and the jar is nearly full. Seal the jar and let it sit at room temperature for five to seven days so the vinegar can draw out many of the beneficial compounds from the ginger. After it infuses, store the jar in the refrigerator. Many people choose to take about one tablespoon of the infused liquid mixed in a glass of water daily, or simply eat one slice of the ginger from the jar since it becomes slightly pickled. Ginger contains compounds such as gingerols and shogaols that have been studied for their anti inflammatory and antioxidant properties, while apple cider vinegar contains acetic acid and natural polyphenols that may support metabolic balance and digestion. When used as part of a healthy lifestyle with good nutrition, movement, hydration, and proper sleep, simple natural habits like this may help support the body in many ways. PubMed References: Mashhadi NS, Ghiasvand R, Askari G, Hariri M, Darvishi L, Mofid MR. Anti-oxidative and anti-inflammatory effects of ginger in health and physical activity. Int J Prev Med. 2013;4(Suppl 1):S36-S42. PMID: 23717767. Mahmoud RH, Elnour WA. Comparative evaluation of the efficacy of ginger and turmeric as anti-inflammatory agents. Food Chem Toxicol. 2013;56:188-196. PMID: 23587759. Johnston CS, Kim CM, Buller AJ. Vinegar improves insulin sensitivity to a high-carbohydrate meal in subjects with insulin resistance or type 2 diabetes. Diabetes Care. 2004;27(1):281-282. PMID: 14693990. Budak NH, Aykin E, Seydim AC, Greene AK, Guzel-Seydim ZB. Functional properties of vinegar. J Food Sci. 2014;79(5):R757-R764. PMID: 24811350. ********************************* Please share this video with your friends and family. Wishing you and your family many Blessings! ❤️😊🙏 Dr M YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/motivationaldoc Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/motivationaldoc/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/motivationaldoc/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • Yesterday · 7 min

    Tingling, Burning, or Nerve Pain? You May Be Low in This Vitamin | Dr. Mandell

    Tingling, burning, numbness, or nerve pain may sometimes be linked to nutritional deficiencies that affect the health of the nervous system. In this video, Dr. Mandell explains the critical role vitamin C plays in protecting the brain and nerves through its powerful antioxidant activity, helping reduce oxidative stress that can damage nerve tissue. Vitamin C also supports the synthesis of important neurotransmitters such as dopamine, norepinephrine, and serotonin, which are essential for healthy brain signaling and mood regulation. In addition, vitamin C contributes to collagen production, which helps maintain the integrity of blood vessels supplying oxygen and nutrients to the brain and nervous system. It also plays a role in supporting the myelin sheath, the protective insulation surrounding nerve fibers that allows electrical impulses to travel efficiently throughout the body. When nerve signaling becomes disrupted due to oxidative stress or nutritional imbalance, symptoms such as neuropathy, tingling, burning sensations, and numbness may occur. Ensuring adequate intake of vitamin C from foods such as citrus fruits, berries, peppers, broccoli, spinach, and other vegetables, or through supplementation when necessary, may help support brain health, nerve function, and overall neurological communication. Research: Harrison FE, May JM. Vitamin C function in the brain: vital role of the ascorbate transporter SVCT2. Free Radic Biol Med. 2009;46(6):719–730. PubMed PMID: 19162177. Travica N, Ried K, Sali A, Hudson I, Scholey A, Pipingas A. Vitamin C status and cognitive function: a systematic review. Nutrients. 2017;9(9):960. PubMed PMID: 28862663. Carr AC, Maggini S. Vitamin C and immune function. Nutrients. 2017;9(11):1211. PubMed PMID: 29099763. ********************************* Please share this video with your friends and family. Wishing you and your family many Blessings! ❤️😊🙏 Dr M YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/motivationaldoc Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/motivationaldoc/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/motivationaldoc/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • Yesterday · 7 min

    Your Heart Has a Hidden Helper… Don’t Make It Work Alone | Dr. Mandell

    Most people don’t realize that the heart is not working alone to move blood through the body. There is a powerful muscle deep in your calf called the soleus muscle that plays an important role in helping blood return to the heart. When this muscle contracts, it compresses the veins in the lower legs and assists circulation by pushing blood upward against gravity. In today’s world, many people sit for long periods of time at a desk, in a car, or on the couch, and during these long periods of sitting the soleus muscle becomes inactive. When that happens, blood flow from the lower body can slow and the heart has to work harder to keep circulation moving efficiently. In this video, Dr. Mandell demonstrates a simple movement you can do while sitting to activate the soleus muscle and help support healthy circulation. By lifting and lowering your heels while keeping your toes on the ground, you stimulate this important muscle pump, which may help improve venous return, support oxygen delivery throughout the body, and reduce strain on the cardiovascular system. Small movements like this performed throughout the day can help maintain circulation and support overall cardiovascular health, especially for individuals who spend many hours sitting. PubMed References Green DJ, Hopman MT, Padilla J, Laughlin MH, Thijssen DH. Vascular adaptation to exercise in humans: role of hemodynamic stimuli. Physiol Rev. 2017;97(2):495-528. PMID: 28151424. Thijssen DHJ, Carter SE, Green DJ. Arterial structure and function in vascular ageing: are you as old as your arteries? J Physiol. 2016;594(8):2275-2284. PMID: 26818142. Padilla J, Simmons GH, Bender SB, Arce-Esquivel AA, Whyte JJ, Laughlin MH. Vascular effects of exercise: endothelial adaptations beyond active muscle beds. Physiology (Bethesda). 2011;26(3):132-145. PMID: 21670163. Joyner MJ, Casey DP. Regulation of increased blood flow during exercise: a hierarchy of competing physiological needs. Physiol Rev. 2015;95(2):549-601. PMID: 25834232. ********************************* Please share this video with your friends and family. Wishing you and your family many Blessings! ❤️😊🙏 Dr M YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/motivationaldoc Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/motivationaldoc/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/motivationaldoc/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • Yesterday · 7 min

    Take Ginger at This Time — It Works Much Better | Dr. Mandell

    Most people use ginger for occasional stomach relief, but what many don’t realize is that the time of day you take ginger can influence how your body responds to it. In this video, Dr. Mandell explains how ginger’s natural compounds, including gingerols and shogaols, support digestion, circulation, and healthy inflammatory pathways, and why taking it in the morning versus at night may offer completely different benefits. Learn how using ginger on an empty stomach can help activate digestion and reduce bloating, while evening use may support recovery, relaxation, and metabolic balance after meals. This simple, natural routine could be one of the easiest ways to support your overall health using something already in your kitchen. PubMed References Lete I, Allué J. The effectiveness of ginger in the prevention of nausea and vomiting during pregnancy and chemotherapy. Integr Med Insights. 2016;11:11–17. PMID: 26870644 Marx W, McCarthy AL, Ried K, et al. The effect of ginger on nausea and vomiting in chemotherapy patients: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Nutr Rev. 2013;71(4):245–254. PMID: 23534864 Mahluji S, Attari VE, Mobasseri M, et al. Effects of ginger supplementation on glycemic control, lipid profile and oxidative stress in patients with type 2 diabetes. Int J Food Sci Nutr. 2013;64(6):682–686. PMID: 23600784 Hu ML, Rayner CK, Wu KL, et al. Effect of ginger on gastric motility and symptoms of functional dyspepsia. World J Gastroenterol. 2011;17(1):105–110. PMID: 21218092 Nicoll R, Henein MY. Ginger (Zingiber officinale Roscoe): a hot remedy for cardiovascular disease? Int J Cardiol. 2009;131(3):408–409. PMID: 18757085 ********************************* Please share this video with your friends and family. Wishing you and your family many Blessings! ❤️😊🙏 Dr M YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/motivationaldoc Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/motivationaldoc/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/motivationaldoc/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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