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In This Episode In this episode, Dr. Neal talks about supplements using case studies from his recent interactions at his practice in Woodstock, NY. This is an anthology episode where he and Mark take the questions people ask Neal about supplements and dig deeper into the mindset of supplement consumers, and they then highlight how …
Collagen has become my go-to choice for protein supplementation. Protein is one of my Vital Five nutrients. Collagen wins because it is so rarely eaten and I’ve seen real-life benefits beyond helping achieve protein intake goals. Collagen-rich foods are organ meats or bone broth, and they definitely aren’t a part of the typical ‘Merican diet. Organ meats are …
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After our most recent podcast, I felt it was time to address three common rashes people deal with that are not poison ivy. Eczema and psoriasis are two skin conditions that manifest as a red, raised, and often-times itchy rash. There’s overlap between them, but they are generally VERY different conditions. In this article, we talk about …
In This Episode Daena has broken out with an eczema flare-up, so she and Neal talk about rashes today! Neal utilizes the Wellness Pyramid to map out treatment for various skin issues. He covers the possible causes and offers suggestions for both supplements and topical treatments. He also gives us an update on his weight loss, …
In This Episode Collagen is having its 15 minutes of fame, so Neal and Daena are talking about it! In this podcast, Neal discusses the structure of this unique protein, and what it does for the body. He also explains powders vs. bone broth, quality issues and adulteration, collagen booster supplements, and how this all intersects …
Ever since more data has come to light about the benefits of collagen on joint health, especially in athletes, collagen peptides have replaced my go-to recommendation of Myocep for those looking for an excellent protein source. Protein is one of our Vital 5 supplements, and for people who can have animal products, I believe collagen is a better choice, as we so …
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Supplement regulations are not what we think they are. There is no one group or organization that checks products before they hit the market. The FDA requires voluntary compliance – meaning a registered company needs to act in good faith. For the consumer, this means for each type of product, you’ll have lots of variance. …
Hair, skin, and nails go together like Moe, Larry, and Curly. Seriously, they’re never apart! Hopefully, only your hair (and not your toenails) is Curly. My goal with this article is to teach the basics of hair, skin, and nail care, discuss nutritional options to support this trio the best, and finally, talk about supplements that can …
Collagen is the biggest trend in supplements I’ve seen, second to only CBD. It’s everywhere, with some internet doctors building their empire on collagen products alone. Whenever I first mention collagen to someone who isn’t familiar, I actually get confusion. They instantly think I’m talking about plastic surgery. Wouldn’t it be nice if a collagen supplement had …
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We’ve spoken at length on Lyme disease in the past, addressing common myths and misconceptions surrounding it. We haven’t spent much time on the ticks themselves, though. Today’s discussion is a deeper dive about the little buggers and a quick review of all tick and Lyme related fun. We want to give you practical, actionable …
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