Vitamin Deficiencies and Personalized Health Strategies You Won't Hear Anywhere Else with Cameron Cogswell - Episode 205

Send me a text! I'd LOVE to hear your feedback on this episode!Unlock the secrets to optimal health I delve into the world of nutrients with Cameron Cogswell of https://www.myvitaminscore.com/ (so affordable, science-based and use my code SANDYK to get a 25% discount).  Cameron is an Orthomolecular Medicine Practioner and look out for his book coming soon.Get ready to challenge everything you thought you knew about vitamins, deficiencies, and your body's unique needs. In our conversation, we tackle the myths surrounding standard blood tests and the one-size-fits-all approach to vitamin intake, exposing the shortcomings of these methods and the importance of personalized assessments. Cameron's expertise shines as we dissect the complex relationship between nutrient deficiencies and chronic illness, emphasizing the vital role of professional guidance in therapeutic supplementation from a qualified practitioner.  This isn't your general physician, nor is it your personal trainer.If you're looking to work with someone on diet, supplementation, and lifestyle, look to a Holistic Nutritionist with a college diploma (not someone who calls themself a nutritionist after a weekend retreat), a Naturopathic Doctor or an Integrative Medicine Physician.Have you ever wondered why your energy levels dip or why that stubborn cold just won't go away? Join us as we reveal the significance of the oft-overlooked B vitamins and their synergistic role in our metabolic processes. Our discussion ventures into the common nutrient deficiencies plaguing North America, and why the cheapest vitamins off drugstore shelves could be doing more harm than good. Learn why your daily multivitamin might not be enough, and how to distinguish between the misleading guidelines and the advice that truly matters for your health. Cameron and I also explore the concept of "acquired vitamin dependency," stressing the need to address basic nutritional imbalances before considering advanced health hacks.Wrapping up our in-depth conversation, we scrutinize the body's intricate method of nutrient prioritization, which often results in deceptive blood test results. I share personal anecdotes and professional insights into the elusive symptoms of vitamin D deficiency and the innovative methods I've developed to identify nutrient shortfalls with precision. Whether you're a health enthusiast or simply looking to fine-tune your well-being, this episode promises to equip you with the knowledge to tailor your supplementation to your body's unique demands. And with the specter of censorship casting a shadow over health discourse, we encourage you to venture beyond conventional platforms and embrace a world of unrestricted health wisdom.Support the showI'm Sandy Kruse, a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, credentialed & long-standing host of Sandy K Nutrition Health & Lifestyle Queen, and a solo, independent podcaster who has been doing this passion-over-profit for 6+ years. Mostly me now in 2026, chasing the truth about health and wellness. If this episode gave you something, the most powerful way to support shows like mine is free: hit subscribe and leave a quick review with a few kind words wherever you're listening. Those little reviews are how independent voices actually get found - they help this show reach the next person who needs to hear it. Thank you for being here. Oh, and please share this with a friend.Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/sandyknutrition/Facebook Page:  https://www.facebook.com/sandyknutritionTikTok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@sandyknutritionYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIh48ov-SgbSUXsVeLL2qAgLinkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/sandyknutrition/Substack:  https://sandykruse.substack.com/Podcast Website:  https://sandykruse.ca