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Another day, another dozen or so folks asking me for a zinc recommendation to help “boost their immunity.” In the face of COVID with no trace of real leaders, I completely understand. Zinc DOES have a role in immunity. Some folks DO have poor diets and may be a bit zinc deficient. Therefore, it may be …
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We’re heading full steam into cough and cold seasons with warnings from the CDC that America will have a horrible fall. Let’s hope they’re talking about diseases and not democracy. I’m hopeful for this cough, cold, and flu season. Most of us here in NY will be wearing masks and schools are mostly virtual: a good combo for a mild season. …
This year’s flu discussion isn’t debunking flu shot myths as we have in the past. Instead, we’re addressing the most common question I’ve fielded the last few weeks in the pharmacy: “Is it too early to get a flu shot?” Almost a moment later, a different person will say, “I heard to get a flu shot as …
In This Episode This week, Neal and Daena do a little refresher on cold treatments. Neal is hoping that the cold and flu will not do what they usually do, since we should all be wearing masks and staying home as much as possible. However, Neal has recommendations for what will work and what won’t …
With cough and cold season in full swing, it’s time we take a deep dive into an age-old winter-time companion, elderberry. In a break from the norm, we’ll attack this in a fun, modern listicle format. Just like all those really popular blogs that we always said we wouldn’t emulate. The kids want it, so …
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 …
This flu season is poised to be one of the worst in decades. People are rushing to pharmacies and their doctors to get immunized. A question being asked of us is “Do you believe in the flu shot?” as if we were discussing dragons or the tooth fairy. Yes, we do. Even though we are …
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 Joining Neal today is Dr. Michael Daines, doctor of pediatric allergies and immunology. He explains what an allergy is, how allergies form, and why we have seen such a dramatic increase in them. He’ll also discuss how to test for allergies, how to manage them, as well as the difference between allergies and intolerances. …
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