Radio Show / Podcast – February 22, 2026

Hosts: Ed Jones (Owner – Nutrition World) & Clint Powell A variety of topics all related to living a healthy life www.vitalhealthradio.com Presented by: Nutrition World www.nutritionw.com Production of: Whitfield Media Group Broadcasting from the: Nooga Dentistry Studio www.noogadentistry.com Show Summary & Time Stamps: Title: Mushrooms for Immune Health, Red Light Therapy, Fatty Liver Antibiotics Effect on Brain Chemistry, & More [0:00:00] – Show Intro [0:02:32] – Healthy Restaurants & Eating Out -Firebox Grill. No seed oils, high fructose corn syrup, GMOs, or MSG. They render their own tallow and use grass‑fed butter and olive oil. -Bona Fide Restaurant (not yet open) “purist” about ingredients; leans even more health‑focused than Firebox. -Mr. Tallow. Associated with Portofino (which Ed loves). Uses tallow instead of seed oils. Ed eats at Portofino “every other week,” chooses wisely from menu. [0:05:34] – Mushrooms & Immune Health (Tom Doudant Mention) -Tom Doudant – “the mushroom guy”, Long‑time expert in holistic “green pharmacy,” especially medicinal mushrooms. -Trained the Nutrition World staff when he visited this month and recorded a podcast with him that will be coming out very soon.. -Strong data for immune support. -~55% of human genetics are similar to mushrooms, indicating a unique relationship. – Ed: will not go without mushrooms due to immune benefits; recommends doubling dose when feeling under the weather. [0:07:53] – Red Light Therapy Personal use & General Benefits – Research shows red light therapy can help hair growth, skin & collagen production, possible body‑fat reduction and tightening loose skin (especially important for 50+). -Choosing effective red light devices – Mamavation.com -Mamavation.com is a trusted, independent tester of products (including red light devices and cookware). Their testing showed about half of red‑light devices they test are not effective. – What they found is that these devices are not producing the correct wavelength (nanometers) of red light, around 630–670 nm. -Ed uses Mamavation as a “partner on the journey” for selecting safe, effective tools.Including gifts for family members. [0:16:27] –Fatty Liver Basics, Risks, and Fat Loss -Fatty liver is epidemic and often silent (no symptoms other than bloodwork).Very dangerous if ignored. -Macro‑focused diet can help:Higher protein, Higher healthy fats, Lower carbohydrates -Research: consistent exercise reduces liver fat even without weight loss by improving blood sugar control and metabolic function. – Meaningful liver fat reduction at: ~25 minutes of moderate activity, 5 days/week .Strongest benefit at 150–160 minutes/week total. – Needs to be in the target heart rate zone (~120 bpm for many people, adjusted for age/health). -Workout examples: treadmill, punching bag [0:21:00] – Antibiotics, Gut Microbiome & Mood/Brain Effects – Example scenario: antibiotic course is over, infection is gone, but now: Poor sleep, Racing heart, Feeling “on edge,” irritable -Doctors may say “you’re fine,” but literature shows antibiotics can alter brain chemistry and emotional regulation. -Most neurotransmitters are manufactured in the gut, not just the brain. -Antibiotics disrupt the microbiome family (gut bacteria), which: Builds immune system, and produces brain chemicals (mood, cognition, energy). – Adding a spore‑based probiotics during the course of antibiotics is recommended – Standard acidophilus/probiotics are ineffective during antibiotics because they get killed. – encapsulated “spores” survive antibiotics and hatch in the intestines, helping preserve gut health and neurotransmitter balance. [0:24:00] – Smell Loss & Neurological Implications -~22% of adults have some degree of smell dysfunction (aside from COVID‑related loss). -Often appears years before: Memory decline, Heart disease, Reduced longevity -Linked to: Depression and social isolation, Poor diet quality, Safety hazards (gas leaks, spoiled food). -Loss of smell frequently shows up early in neurodegenerative diseases, so it’s not a harmless sign of aging. -Home smell test with essential oils: use two familiar essential oils (e.g., rose, lavender): Close eyes; test one nostril at a time. Check if you recognize the smell, both sides are equal or different. Big discrepancies or inability to identify scents can be a warning sign worth investigating. [0:26:18] – Eye Health, Dr. Troy White & Neurolens – Ed visits Dr. Troy White for a detailed, ~1‑hour eye exam with latest equipment and no dilation. Feels it is the most thorough he has ever had. -One eye no worse, the other better compared to past scans—rare for aging eyes. -Ed attributes improvement partly to his nutritional protocol. -Neurolens for reading/comprehension, used to correct eyes that aren’t properly aligned, which can help with TMJ, neck pain, headaches, Improve reading speed and comprehension, [0:27:52] – Farmer Bert, Regenerative Farming, & Clean Meats -Farmer Bert will again be at Nutrition World on Saturdays with fresh vegetables in spring/summer. -Regenerative meats, much of it is local, sold at Nutrition World. Including bison and many cuts of beef. -Regenerative farming is the next step beyond organic.Better soil health, and lower toxin burden. – Nutrition world uses non‑toxic receipt paper, free of all BPA and endocrine disruptors. For every case purchased, a tree is planted. [0:36:40] – Clinical Pharmacist Dr. Curt Dearing, Cardiovascular disease -Cardiovascular disease #1 killer, often silent for decades. -Dr. Curt Dearing, clinical pharmacist (~30 years experience), now working with Nutrition World. -Basic lipid panel (LDL, HDL, total cholesterol) is not enough to assess risk. -Two people with the same LDL: One could be at high risk, the other fine. -More than half of people who have a heart attack have “normal” cholesterol. -Particle size & patterns (A vs B) Larger, fluffy particles (pattern A) are less likely to lodge in arteries. Small, dense particles (pattern B) are more atherogenic, lodge easily and oxidize. Oxidation = damage driven by seed oils, poor‑quality fats/meats, high carbs and other inflammatory foods. -Example: rancid nuts smell is oxidative rancidity; similar damage occurs silently in arteries. -Tests that matter: NMR, calcium score, APOB, Lp(a), NMR (nuclear magnetic resonance): looks at particle size and number. -Calcium score (CAC): shows hard plaque burden; done via local hospital/lung coach program. APOB, Lp(a): more predictive than LDL alone but often not ordered or covered by insurance. -Inflammatory markers: hs‑CRP, Homocysteine -Access to advanced testing Use Be Well Forever ( BeginWithLabs.com) for Boston Heart or NMR testing. -Optimize U also orders NMR and related panels -You can meet with Dr. Dearing for advising on nutraceuticals. -Drivers of small, dense LDL (pattern B): Insulin resistance (high sugar/carb intake), Chronic inflammation, Oxidative stress, Low thyroid, Sedentary lifestyle, Excessive alcohol, Toxin exposure (mold, pesticides, heavy metals) -Lifestyle corrections: Diet Paleo or keto‑style with: Grass‑fed meats, Organic vegetables Avocados, olives, healthy fats, Eggs (prefer pasture‑raised), Nuts and seeds -Move daily, lift heavy, avoid long sedentary stretches, especially in retirement. -Sun exposure (especially infrared spectrum) supports cellular health and melatonin; Curt and Linny take meetings outside for this. -Lower stress, support thyroid, and reduce toxins for better lipid quality and lower inflammation. [0:48:02] – Nutraceuticals for Lipids & Insulin Resistance -For high LDL particle number (>1600, NMR) -Berberine + Bergamot): Berberine: ~500 mg, up to 3×/day; can lower LDL and APOB by ~10–15%. Bergamot: 500–1000 mg/day; can lower APOB up to ~15%. -Red yeast rice: Functions similarly to the original statin (lovastatin) but in a natural matrix. Used at 1200–2400 mg/day, typically in the evening (matching body’s cholesterol synthesis rhythm).Not to be combined with prescription statins. -Plant sterols: Have a place in lipid management, but Ed is more cautious in their use; still part of the toolbox. -Omega‑3s -Niacin. Caution noted: flush/sustained‑release niacin work, but the no-flush will not be very effective. [0:57:35] – Nutrition World Events & “Learner vs Non‑Learner”mindset -Ed divides people into “learners and non‑learners.” 17 minutes of study per day = ~100 hours/year; enough to know more than 95% of people on a topic. -Upcoming events at Nutrition World Science of stem cell activation – lecture on stem cell activation patches. Foundations of canine health – with Leah Lycos, focusing on the canine nervous system and health. Mushroom retreat/workshop – full‑day event with Michelle Wrigley at Harrison Bay State Park (including psychedelic mushroom education). Optimize your fertility – with Katie Poole on fertility for couples. Unlock the power of reading and overcoming learning struggles – with Michelle from LearningRx, focusing on cognitive skills and reading.The post Radio Show / Podcast – February 22, 2026 first appeared on Vital Health Radio.