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The Mineral Way
by Dave Michaels
The Mineral Way is a podcast dedicated to uncovering the life-changing benefits of mineral supplementation. Hosted by Pharmacist Ben Fuchs, a seasoned expert with decades of experience in pharmaceuticals and their impact on health, and radio personality Dave Michaels, the show dives into how minerals can help prevent common health issues and support specific body functions. Each episode simplifies the science behind essential nutrients, empowering listeners to take control of their well-being without relying on drugs or fleeting trends. Tune in to discover why the best way to better health isn't a fad or prescription—it's The Mineral Way. Visit the website mentioned before and after each episode to learn more and take the first step toward a healthier life.
Episodes
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ep 51 — Can Robots Feel Pain?
How does pain actually work—and could a robot ever truly experience it? Ben and Dave explore the science and mystery of pain, including whether machines might someday experience something comparable to human suffering. A caller also shares her husband's experience after having his thyroid gland...
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ep 50: Chocolate, Creatine & Healthy Choices- The Mineral Way
In Episode 50 of The Mineral Way, we explore the potential benefits of dark chocolate, SIBO and digestive health, edamame, vision loss and eye exercises, olive oil, sugar in fruit, and creatine. The Mineral Way airs live Mondays from 4–5 PM PT. The call-in phone number is 831-479-1080, text…
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ep 49 – Creatine, Melatonin, Gut Health & the Vitamin Connection- The Mineral Way
The Mineral Way #49 – Creatine, Melatonin, Gut Health & the Vitamin Connection This week on The Mineral Way, we explore creatine, autism and schizophrenia, melatonin, Dr. Bronner's, digestion and fat-soluble vitamin C. We also dig into hormesis and amygdalin, calcium buildup and the role of…
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Episode 48: AI-Created Viruses, Urolithin & the Mysteries of the Nervous System
What happens when artificial intelligence starts designing viruses? In Episode 48 of The Mineral Way, Dave and pharmacist Ben Fuchs explore what this emerging technology could mean for medicine and the future of human health. They also discuss urolithin and its potential role in cellular health,...
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ep 47 – Aging Gracefully, Heavy Metals & Everyday Health
Pharmacist Ben Fuchs discusses practical ways to support healthy aging and explores a wide range of listener health questions. Topics include shingles, castor oil, Fucoid Z from Youngevity, the Triangle of Disease, sulfur, elevated lead levels and heavy metal detoxification, hiatal hernias,...
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Episode 46: Fibromyalgia, Failing Joints & Rambling Nick
In Episode 46 of The Mineral Way, Dave Michaels and Pharmacist Ben Fuchs tackle a wide range of listener questions on fibromyalgia, estrogen, scarring, arthritis, sepsis, endometriosis, and the underlying causes of chronic inflammation. They also discuss joint and knee replacement surgery,...
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Episode 45: Essential Nutrients, Healthy Skin, and the Sweet Truth About Chocolate
Join Ben Fuchs and Dave Michaels for Episode 45 of The Mineral Way as they explore the essential nutrients your body needs to thrive and discuss practical ways to saturate your cells with the vitamins, minerals, and nutrients necessary for optimal health. Ben explains why proper nutrition starts…
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The Mineral Way – Episode 44: Hair Growth, Heart Health, and Healing from the Inside Out
On Episode 44 of The Mineral Way, Ben Fuchs and Dave Michaels explore the surprising connection between unwanted hair growth, insulin, and hormone balance, including the roles of androgens and estrogen. They also discuss vitamin D, cholesterol, heart health, and practical strategies for lowering...
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Episode 43 – Brain Fog, Blood Flow & The Body's Hidden Warning Signs
In Episode 43 of The Mineral Way, Ben Fuchs and Dave Michaels explore the connections between brain degeneration, Parkinson's disease, metabolism, circulation, and chronic inflammation. The episode covers Fucoid Z, Youngevity's Collagen Peptides, the Brain & Heart Pack, niacin, fructose…
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Episode 42 – "Are We Real? Eyes, Arteries, and Aging Questions"
From mind-bending talk about whether we're living in a simulation to real-world health concerns like glaucoma, heart stents, and prostate enlargement, this episode covers both the philosophical and the practical sides of staying alive—and aware. Ben and Dave break it all down with insights you…
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ep 41- Detox, Brain Health and Hidden Triggers
In Episode 41 of The Mineral Way, Ben Fuchs and Dave Michaels break down detox strategies, brain and nervous system health, and the hidden causes behind issues like eczema, ear infections, Meniere's disease, and more—plus a look at how Youngevity's i26 may support the body's defenses.
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ep 40 – Skin, Seeds, and System: A Full-Body Health Check
Ben Fuchs and Dave Michaels cover folliculitis, the health benefits of chia seeds, kidney function, thyroid imbalances, and estrogen patches—connecting the dots between skin issues and deeper systemic health, with practical insights to support healing from the inside out.
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ep 39 – Inflammation, Irritation, and the Truth About Grains
ep 39 – Inflammation, Irritation, and the Truth About Grains Dave and Pharmacist Ben connect the dots between poison oak, histamine reactions, gum disease, prostate health, cataracts, and hidden food triggers like MSG and grains. From red algae and nutrients for optimal eye health to HIIT…
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ep 38 – Skin, Side Effects and Cellular Energy
Ben and Dave dig into what your skin may be trying to tell you. From stubborn eczema to slow-healing skin ulcers, they explore the deeper nutritional imbalances that often get overlooked. You'll also hear an honest discussion about GLP-1 drug side effects and what they could mean for long-term...
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ep 37- Weight Loss Drugs, Parasites, and Metabolic Mayhem
Ben Fuchs and Dave Michaels dive into the rapidly expanding world of GLP-1 weight loss drugs, including newer compounds like retatrutides, and what they may be doing beneath the surface. The conversation explores parasites, inflamed joints, liver and kidney regeneration, impaired nutrient...
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ep 36- From Pets to People — Arthrydex, Blood Health, and Brain Decline
Dave Michaels and pharmacist Ben Fuchs start with Arthrydex, the joint-support supplement designed for pets, and use it as a springboard into a much bigger conversation about inflammation, minerals, and degeneration in the body. Along the way, they dig into gall bladder and kidney function and...
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ep 35- What Your Body Is Telling You: Minerals, Hair Loss, Bones, and Healing
Ben Fuchs and Dave Michaels explore how the body signals mineral needs through changes like hair loss, bags under the eyes, and weakening bones. They discuss the role of biotin in hair health, how osteoporosis develops, the healing benefits of honey, and why keloid scarring occurs in some people.
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ep 34- From Ozempic Side Effects to Skin and Gut Health: What Your Body Is Saying
In Episode 34 of The Mineral Way, Dave Michaels and Ben Fuchs explore Ozempic Face and Butt, what rapid weight loss can reveal about nutrient depletion, and why painkillers often mask problems instead of solving them. They also discuss Gluco Gel Caps, colorectal cancer risk, dermatitis, and how...
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ep 33- Cholesterol Clues and Fucoid Z
Episode 33- Cholesterol Clues and Fucoid Z Ben and Dave break down how cholesterol deposits really form in the arteries and why inflammation plays the bigger role. They highlight the benefits of Fucoid Z for supporting the body's repair systems and overall circulatory health. The show also…
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ep 32 – Microplastics, Microbiomes & the Truth About Your Thyroid
Episode 32 – Microplastics, Microbiomes & the Truth About Your Thyroid In this information-packed episode, Ben and Dave cover the health topics listeners keep asking about — from everyday challenges to deep-dive biochemistry. They explain how to protect your body from microplastics, why Osteo FX...
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ep 31- Untangling the Big Issues- From Blood Pressure to Hair Loss and Everything In-Between
Episode 31- Untangling the Big Issues: From Blood Pressure to Hair Loss and Everything In-Between Episode 31 of The Mineral Way dives into some of today's most important health challenges, as Ben Fuchs and Dave Michaels break down the real connections between hypertension, cholesterol, heart...
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ep 30- Balancing Blood Pressure, Minerals and Menopause
Episode 30: "Balancing Pressure, Minerals, and Menopause" In this episode of The Mineral Way, Dave and Ben explore the critical role of minerals and nutrition in maintaining balance through life's many stages. The discussion opens with Ultimate Daily Classic—a cornerstone supplement for…
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ep 29- Move, Balance and Thrive
Episode 29 – The Mineral Way: "Move, Balance, and Thrive" In this episode of The Mineral Way, Ben Fuchs and Dave Michaels explore how the right combination of movement, mindset, and minerals can help you live longer and feel stronger. The conversation dives into how exercise and targeted...
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ep 28- Rest, Repair and Recovery
Episode 28 – Rest, Repair, and Recovery Dave and Ben explore how the body heals, rests, and rebuilds itself from the inside out. They discuss natural ways to improve sleep through melatonin and GABA, the connection between blood sugar control and brain health, and how "type 3 diabetes" may...
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Episode 27 – What We Ingest: From Food to Thought and Beyond
Episode 27 – What We Ingest: From Food to Thought and Beyond Dave Michaels and Ben Fuchs explore how what we ingest goes far beyond food—touching not only on grains, bread, gluten, insulin issues, shilajit, zinc for brain health, Beyond Tangy Tangerine, and plant-derived minerals, but also on the...
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ep 26- Cholesterol, Keto, and the Keys to Healthy Aging
ep 26- Cholesterol, Keto, and the Keys to Healthy Aging In this episode, Dave Michaels and pharmacist Ben Fuchs take a deep dive into cholesterol—separating the truth about LDL and HDL from the myths surrounding statin drugs. The conversation explores the health effects of tallow versus seed…
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Episode 25 – Flushing Out the Myths: Niacin, Statins, and Brain Health
Episode 25 – Flushing Out the Myths: Niacin, Statins, and Brain Health In this episode of The Mineral Way, Ben and Dave take a closer look at the power of niacin, what that famous "niacin flush" really means, and how it compares to the use of statin drugs. We explore the benefits of vitamin B3…
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ep 24- Clearing the Blockages: Sinuses, Gall Stones, and Skin Tags
ep 24- Clearing the Blockages: Sinuses, Stones, and Skin Signs In this episode of The Mineral Way, Ben and Dave dig into the hidden connections between sinus congestion, gallstones, skin tags, and the health of your connective tissues. We also explore how dental and vision problems can signal...
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Ep 23 – Strong Bones, Sound Minds, and the Stress of Power
Episode 23 – Strong Bones, Sound Minds, and the Stress of Power In this episode of The Mineral Way, we explore the health of your bones, joints, and connective tissue—plus what happens when key organs like the gall bladder are removed. Ben and Dave break down the benefits of the Bone and Joint...
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ep 22- Histamines, Healing, and Hidden Toxins: What's Stressing Your Immune System?
In Episode 22 of The Mineral Way, we take a deep dive into the hidden triggers that overload your immune system. From the effects of histamine liberation to the chronic toll of immune stress, Pharmacist Ben Fuchs breaks it all down. We explore rheumatoid arthritis, skin cancer concerns, and the...
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ep 21- What's Making Us Sick? Exploring Immune Stress, Toxins, and Aging
Episode 21 of The Mineral Way takes a deep dive into the root causes of immune system overload and how it connects to modern health challenges. We explore the metabolic syndrome, hidden toxins in the blood, autoimmunity and gluten sensitivity, and what those mysterious floaters in your eyes might...
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ep 20- Dirty Blood, Clear Eyes and Clean Jokes
Episode 20 – "Dirty Blood, Clear Eyes, and Clean Jokes" We kick off this episode with a couple of quick laughs from Pharmacist Ben before diving into some serious health talk. This week, we cover everything from eye health and the truth about kidney stones to how cartilage breaks down and what it...
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Episode 19 – From Nerves to Nutrients: Strengthening the Body from the Inside Out
Episode 19 – From Nerves to Nutrients: Strengthening the Body from the Inside Out In this episode of The Mineral Way, we dive into the root causes and remedies for peripheral nerve damage, vision issues, and the breakdown of connective tissue. We also explore the powerful role of phytonutrients,...
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ep 18- Cracks in The System
Episode 18 – Cracks in the System This week, Dave and Ben break down how high fructose syrup can wreck your liver and why more seniors are bruising like overripe bananas. They dig into creatine, cracked heels, brittle nails, and fading pigmentation, and reveal the secret to smoother skin and...
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ep17- Bones, Broth and Biden- The Mineral Way
Episode 17 – Bones, Broth, and Biden In this episode of The Mineral Way, Dave and Ben tackle everything from President Biden's recent prostate cancer news to the overlooked power of iodine and creatine. They dig into the root causes of osteoporosis, explain how to make a proper mineral-rich bone...
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ep16- Gut Feelings and Sweet Deceptions
Episode 16: Gut Feelings and Sweet Deceptions In this episode, Dave and Ben get real about what's going on inside you—from your blood sugar to your bowels. They break down the truth about niacin, vitamin B1, and high fructose corn syrup, debate whether milk is your friend or foe, and dive deep…
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ep15- From Bacon Fat to Fucoid Z
Episode 15 – The Mineral Way In this jam-packed episode, Dave and Pharmacist Ben tackle everything from additives and sweeteners in BTT to the healing power of turmeric, erythritol, and collagen. They dive into fibromyalgia, ALS, and the benefits of vitamin A, vitamin E, Fucoid Z, liver…
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ep 14 – Clearing the Way: Chelation, Cleansing & Circulation
Episode 14 – Clearing the Way: Chelation, Cleansing & Circulation In this episode of The Mineral Way, Dave and Ben dig into the body's inner highways—talking chelation, circulation, and what really clogs up your arteries and veins. They bust myths about cholesterol and triglycerides, break down...
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Episode 13: Keeping It Together – Vision, Vessels, and Vitality
Episode 13: Keeping It Together – Vision, Vessels, and Vitality In this episode of The Mineral Way, Dave and Ben take a deep dive into key topics like glaucoma and cardiovascular health, butyrate's role in pain relief, the critical link between electrolytes and hydration, osteoporosis concerns…
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ep. 12- Sore Joints, Better Broth, and the Truth About Dextrin and BTT
Episode 12 – From Broth to Balance: The Body's Hidden Chemistry In this episode, Dave and Ben explore the overlooked yet essential links between digestion, movement, and chemistry. They break down dextrin's surprising roles, the truth about blood thinners and BTT, the power of postbiotics, and…
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ep. 11- Acrylamides, Weight Loss, Hydrogen Rich Water and Mycotoxins
In this episode of The Mineral Way, Dave and Ben dive into the hidden dangers of acrylamides in everyday foods, explore the science behind effective weight loss, and unpack the benefits of hydrogen-rich water. Plus, a closer look at mycotoxins—those sneaky toxins from mold that could be affecting...
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ep. 10- Niacin and Water Solubility, Grass Fed Beef, Milk and Essential Fats and Whey Protein
Discover the importance of water-soluble niacin and how it benefits your metabolism. The conversation turns to nutrition-packed grass-fed beef and the essential fatty acids found in milk, highlighting how these nutrients support overall wellness. Plus, don't miss out on the benefits of whey...
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ep.9- Low Blood Sugar, Heavy Metal Detox, Kidney Failure, Body Breaking Down Process- The Mineral Way
Discover essential insights on managing low blood sugar levels, effective strategies for detoxifying from heavy metal exposure, and understanding kidney health and failure. Plus, we unravel the complex processes our bodies undergo as they break down.
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ep.8- Bone on Bone Joints and Spina Bifida
Join Dave Michaels and Pharmacist Ben Fuchs as they tackle the crucial topics of bone-on-bone joint conditions and spina bifida. Learn about the power of plant-derived minerals and how targeted supplements like Beyond Tangy Tangerine (BTT), Gluco Gel, Fucoid Z, Ultimate EFAs, Ultimate Enzymes,...
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ep. 7- Plantar Faciitis and Connective Tissue- The Mineral Way
Dave and Pharmacist Ben Fuchs tackle the pressing issue of plantar fasciitis and the broader topic of connective tissue health. They explore the transformative effects of products like Gluco Gel, Osteo FX, Collagen Peptides, Fucoid Z, EFA Plus, The Bone and Joint Pack, and enzymes on your...
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ep.6- Blocked Arteries and Cholesterol- Sweet EZE, Blood Sugar Pack, Fucoid Z, Nightly Essence, Arthrydex- The Mineral Way
In this episode, we explore the causes and natural management of blocked arteries, arteriosclerosis, and stenosis, alongside the health benefits of The Blood Sugar Pack, Sweet EZE, Nightly Essence, Niacin, Fucoid Z, and selenium. We also delve into pet health, discussing the advantages of…
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ep. 5- Digestion, Connective Tissue, Hair Loss, ALS, Alzheimers, Heavy Metal Detoxing
In this episode, Ben and Dave discuss the following topics in order: Using beef tallow on the skin Beyond Tangy Tangerine and absorption Connective tissue, ligaments, aging, and dry skin Digestion and the gallbladder Hair loss ALS GLA Alzheimer's Hyaluronic acid Heavy metal detoxification
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ep.4- Kidney Health and The Blood Sugar Pack
Dave and Ben discuss kidney health and blood sugar problems. They also discuss the Blood Sugar Pack, niacin, zinc and Fucoid Z from Youngevity.
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ep. 3- Eyesight Problems, Low Blood Pressure, Peripheral Neuropathy, Effects of Niacin, Brain and Heart Pack, Blood Sugar Pack
Ben and Dave take a call about eyesight problems. They also discuss low blood pressure, peripheral neuropathy, the effects of niacin, the Brain and Heart Pack and the Blood Sugar Pack.
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ep.2- A Fib and Vaginal Cancer
Dave and Ben answer letters from the listeners and discuss A Fib and vaginal cancer.
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
The Mineral Way is a podcast dedicated to uncovering the life-changing benefits of mineral supplementation. Hosted by Pharmacist Ben Fuchs, a seasoned expert with decades of experience in pharmaceuticals and their impact on health, and radio personality Dave Michaels, the show dives into how minerals can help prevent common health issues and support specific body functions. Each episode simplifies the science behind essential nutrients, empowering listeners to take control of their well-being without relying on drugs or fleeting trends. Tune in to discover why the best way to better health isn't a fad or prescription—it's The Mineral Way. Visit the website mentioned before and after each episode to learn more and take the first step toward a healthier life.
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