Big Mouth Pharmacist

Shake the Weight Away in 2020

In a recent podcast episode, I spoke about how shakes are the ONLY supplement product that I recommend for weight loss. The reason is simple. First, no product really works. If it did, you better believe I’d be using it while championing the M&M diet. I’d call it the Eat-O diet (in the spirit of Keto), …

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Ep. 48 Shake Up Your Weight Loss

In This Episode To put a cap on weight-loss resolutions for the new year, Neal and Daena are discussing meal replacement shakes today. We take a look at what a meal replacement shake should include, and how it differs from just protein powder. Neal talks about what to look for on the label, the different …

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DNA Testing For Vitamins Is Silly

This month’s rant is brought to you by a sales package I received at the store a few weeks back. I was “triggered.” Nothing irritates me more than junk mail, especially ones with fancy, expensive packaging, lots of paper, and plastic devices I’ll never use. Well, except maybe gimmicky products making false claims that come …

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Getting Proactive About Probiotics

I believe a well-made probiotic is a crucial part of a lifelong wellness strategy. So much so, I’ve named it one of my “Vital Five” nutrients–nutrients that almost all of us will benefit from, but are often lacking from even those with the best diets. Some people see a clear need for probiotics: their guts are a hot …

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Ep. 47 Pain Management Part 2

In This Episode Returning to the show today is fellow pharmacist, Dr. Jeffrey Fudin, PharmD. On his last appearance, Jeff and Neal got into the evolution of the opioid epidemic stemming from pain management. Today’s discussion is a bit lighter, focusing on the many treatments for pain – including opioids – as well as anticonvulsants and antidepressants. The Drs. …

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Ep. 46 The Pros Of Probiotics

In This Episode Probiotics are a trending topic in general wellness, so we’re thrilled to have Dr. Jessica ter Haar, Scientific Director of the International Probiotic Association, on this week’s podcast. She and Neal get right into the complexity of purchasing a quality probiotic, and Jessica reveals a great tip of what to look for. Jessica …

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60 Minutes To Change Your Life

New year, new beginnings… at least that’s what the marketing machines in the wellness space tell us. There is no absence of advice on how to proceed every January. Typically, creating this “new you” involves spending more money on gym memberships, supplements, and consultations with “experts.” We’re all very aware that most of the moves …

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The 2020 Game Plan

Who’s excited about starting a new year and decade?  I know I am! This year, my practice in lil’ ol’ Woodstock, NY turns 10 years old. The first few days of the decade I brought home triplet babies, and then it all went topsy turvy from there. Let’s get into what we’re going to be doing …

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Ep. 44 Year In Review 2019

In This Episode Last show of the year, folks! Today, Neal and Daena are looking back on the first year’s episodes, which you already put together from the title. They talk favorite episodes, listener feedback, and what’s to come in 2020. Thank you so much for listening and Happy New Year! Topics Discussed Favorite episodes …

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