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Hosted by Dr. Neal Smoller
A sarcastic, slightly unprofessional medical professional talks myths and misinformation in the wellness space. Do supplements REALLY work? Are medicines REALLY the devil? Broadcasting from the most famous small town in America — Woodstock, NY!
In This Episode Following up on last week’s discussion about flu vaccines, Neal is joined by Ana Santos Rutschman, Health Law Scholar and recipient of many other titles and accolades. Ana has some interesting facts about what keeps bolstering the fear of vaccines. She and Neal discuss the failings and successes of the FDA and the legal …
In This Episode With flu season quickly approaching, Neal decided to tackle flu shots head-on. His #1 takeaway? YOU DO NOT GET THE FLU FROM FLU SHOTS. Neal explains the immune response that is to be expected and why the shots are yearly. He also examines who flu vaccines benefit and what is done for immunocompromised …
In This Episode Joining Neal today is the Founder and Director of the Atlantic Institute of Aromatherapy, Sylla Sheppard-Hanger. Essential oils have become ubiquitous, especially in a more holistic lifestyle, but there is a proper and improper way to utilize them- and it’s Sylla’s mission to make sure we know what we’re doing. In this podcast, …
In This Episode Joining the conversation today is one of Neal’s favorite whole food vitamin creators, Dr. Vic Shayne. He and Neal go in-depth about why it’s so important to get our vitamins and minerals from food, and how to find a supplement that is closest to food in the case of deficiency. Dr. Shayne explains the …
In This Episode Today Neal is joined by Thomas Winstanley, marketing director for Theory Wellness Dispensaries in Massachusetts. With a Schedule 1 narcotic now legal in MA, the road to dispensing it responsibly is arduous. Thomas explains the processes to become a licensed dispensary and/or grower. He and Neal discuss the costs and the financial risks of …
In This Episode Neal has discussed many types of ‘diets’ on the show, and one thing they all have in common is cooking! So today Neal is joined by renowned chef Ric Orlando. Ric reminds us why things are cooked the way they are- not only to achieve great flavors but to optimize nutrient availability …
In This Episode Managing menopause can be tricky, so joining Neal today is one of the leaders in the field, Dr. Daved Rosensweet. Daved tells us about the role that each hormone plays in menopause, and why it’s so important to find the right balance. Dr. Rosensweet and Neal also discuss what caused the scare …
In This Episode Neal was on vacation with his family this week, but luckily he does monthly webinars! So we thought this was a great time to share some of that content with you. This episode focused on chronic inflammation. The World Health Organization states that chronic inflammatory diseases are the most significant cause of …
In This Episode Albert Hirdt, DO, joins Neal today to talk about histamine intolerance. Most people don’t even know what’s causing their symptoms, so Albert tells us about why this diagnosis is so hard to pin down. He and Neal explore what the results of methylation testing are worth, the factors that lead to this …
In This Episode Neal speaks with Dr. Claudia Patch to explore why dental hygiene is among the most important parts of overall health. Dr. Patch explains how sugar leads directly to tooth decay, and which tooth care habits are most important to maintain at a bare minimum. Neal and Claudia also explore the effect of acid …
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