Radio Show / Podcast – October 18, 2026

Hosts: Ed Jones (Owner – Nutrition World) & Clint Powell
A variety of topics all related to living a healthy life

Presented by: Nutrition World

www.nutritionw.com

Broadcasting from the Nooga Dentistry Studio

www.noogadentistry.com

Production of: Whitfield Media Group

www.vitalhealthradio.com

Ed jokingly calls out Clint’s newfound addiction to the croissants sold at Nutrition World.
Clint praises their flavor and buttery texture, recommending warming them briefly before eating.
Discusses several other products he has recently enjoyed at Nutrition World:


Clear liquid protein providing 20 grams of protein
Milliways peppermint chewing gum



Clint recommends combining the croissants with a protein drink for a convenient breakfast or snack.

Ed shares his experience visiting Ford’s Garage, a newly opened restaurant near Hamilton Place.
Describes the restaurant’s automotive-themed atmosphere, including a bar with a built-in ice channel and frequent Model T horn sounds.
Mentions Cameron Parker of Dad Bod, who also visited the restaurant and particularly praised the restaurant’s Chicken Henry dish.
Ed ordered a bunless bison burger with onions, cheese, and a side salad.
Discusses his preference for avoiding fried foods prepared with conventional cooking oils.
Ed says the restaurant offers good food and atmosphere, although the noise level and crowds may not appeal to everyone.

Ed announces that the Lung Bus will return to Nutrition World on November 14, from 11 AM to 2 PM.
Discusses the partnership with Memorial Hospital, which has helped provide screening opportunities for several years.
Highlights the value of screening for lung cancer and assessing coronary artery calcium.
Ed expresses concern about lung cancer occurring in people who have never smoked.
Discusses radon, a naturally occurring radioactive gas and established lung cancer risk factor.
Shares that radon testing at his home revealed elevated levels, prompting him to invest in mitigation.
Ed and Clint reflect on historical exposures to lead paint, asbestos, and other environmental hazards.

Ed announces an upcoming presentation at the Vascular Institute about chronic inflammation and its role in disease.
Discusses how preparing educational presentations helps him deepen his understanding of health topics.
Highlights the Vascular Institute’s work with blood flow and vascular concerns.
Introduces Quicksilver Scientific, a supplement company Nutrition World recently hosted for staff training.
Ed describes the company’s delivery technology, which involves holding certain products in the mouth for approximately 90 seconds.
Highlights glutathione, a major antioxidant involved in the body’s detoxification processes.
Ed expresses interest in the potential benefits of improved glutathione delivery as people age.

Ed previews an upcoming discussion with clinical pharmacist Dr. Curt Dearing about the antiviral medication Tamiflu.
Clint shares his belief that taking Tamiflu early in an influenza infection can be beneficial.
Ed disagrees, suggesting that the medication’s risks may outweigh its benefits in many situations.
The hosts set up a later discussion examining Tamiflu’s effectiveness, side effects, and possible alternatives.

Ed reminds listeners about the Nutrition World Holistic Health Fair on October 24, from 10 AM to 3 PM.
Announces approximately 94 vendors, food trucks, and free educational lectures.
Highlights Tallow House, which will be serving burgers, along with another vendor offering salads and other food options.
Previews several featured lectures:


Charles Miller: Ketamine therapy and related concerns
Dr. Dave: Tonal Spine
Laura Chastain: The Pacemaker of Aging — Why Your Ovaries Run the Show
Dr. Daniel Chille: The Future of Healing — Why So Many Aren’t Getting Better
Brenda Watson: Your Gut Health Is Your Wealth

Ed discusses advice shared by integrative physician Dr. Leigh Erin Connealy, who works with cancer patients.
Reviews several habits and exposures she recommends avoiding:


Using estrogen without appropriate consideration of progesterone
Carrying a cellphone directly against the breast
Heating or storing food in certain plastic containers
Assuming BPA-free plastics are necessarily free of other concerning chemicals
Using personal-care products containing parabens
Using aluminum-containing antiperspirants
Repeated crash dieting
Sleeping with lights or the television on
Chronically avoiding sunlight



Ed discusses concerns about endocrine-disrupting chemicals and electromagnetic fields.
Mentions his personal use of a BluShield device, which is marketed for EMF-related concerns.
Recommends Humble deodorant as his preferred aluminum-free option.
Discusses the importance of darkness during sleep for normal melatonin production.

and nail abnormalities, including discoloration and nail detachment.

Speculates that reduced food intake and inadequate protein could contribute to some nail concerns.
Clint shares updates on his weight-loss and fitness efforts.
Explains that losing weight has become more challenging as he approaches 59 compared with when he was actively boxing.
Ed discusses his own experience maintaining a weight of approximately 176 pounds and noticing changes in body composition with age.

Ed highlights research discussed by Dr. Michael Greger of NutritionFacts.org concerning meal timing and blood glucose.
Explains that the body’s response to identical meals can vary depending on the time of day.
Discusses research suggesting that an evening meal may produce a substantially greater blood sugar response than the same meal eaten in the morning.
Connects these findings to circadian rhythms, metabolism, and weight management.
The discussion emphasizes that meal timing may be another consideration alongside food quality and quantity.

Ed introduces stories from the book A Change of Heart about unusual experiences reported by organ transplant recipients.
Shares the story of a woman who received a heart-lung transplant and later reported developing new food preferences and personality traits.
Describes her account of dreaming about a man she believed was her donor.
Discusses another anecdote involving a heart transplant recipient who reportedly developed an interest in playing the violin.
Ed finds these stories fascinating because they raise questions about memory, identity, and the relationship between the body and consciousness.

Ed introduces Tamiflu (oseltamivir), a prescription antiviral medication used for influenza.
Explains that he evaluates medications by weighing their potential benefits against their risks.
Clint says he has traditionally believed Tamiflu is helpful when taken within the first 24–36 hours of symptoms.
Curt discusses an article by Dr. David Brownstein questioning Tamiflu’s overall value.
Discusses research showing that Tamiflu can shorten influenza symptoms by approximately one day when started early.
Curt questions whether this reduction is worthwhile for every patient, given the medication’s potential side effects.

Curt discusses potential side effects of Tamiflu, including:


Nausea and vomiting
Neuropsychiatric symptoms reported in some patients, particularly children



Ed asks about research suggesting increased mortality among critically ill patients treated with Tamiflu.
Curt describes findings from a study he reviewed and expresses concern about using the medication in severely ill patients.

Curt discusses research he says examined near-infrared light exposure in patients with COVID-19.
Describes findings suggesting shorter hospitalization in patients receiving the studied intervention.
Explains that sunlight contains wavelengths of light outside the visible spectrum, including near-infrared light.
Ed asks whether red light therapy beds or specialized bulbs could provide similar effects.
Curt discusses incandescent light bulbs as another source of infrared wavelengths.
Ed mentions red light therapy services available near Nutrition World.

Curt shifts the conversation to influenza vaccination.
Shares his personal skepticism about annual flu shots, drawing partly on his experiences working in conventional healthcare.
Discusses the difficulty of predicting which influenza strains will circulate each season.
Ed raises concerns about Guillain-Barré syndrome, a rare neurological condition associated with several potential triggers, including certain infections and, rarely, vaccination.
Curt shares anecdotes involving former colleagues who experienced serious medical complications.
Introduces baloxavir, another prescription antiviral used to treat influenza.
Explains that baloxavir offers a single-dose treatment option and can also shorten influenza symptoms.
Ed acknowledges that reducing severe flu symptoms by approximately one day may be meaningful for some patients.

Curt emphasizes that age and overall health can influence how severely someone experiences influenza.
Discusses quercetin and zinc, explaining the proposed mechanism by which quercetin may influence zinc transport into cells.
Ed shares his approach to preparing for seasonal illness by keeping certain supplements available.
Highlights products he commonly considers for immune support:


Olive leaf extract
Colostrum
Quercetin and zinc
Vitamins A, C, and D
Iodine



Ed refers listeners to his immune-health ebook at The Holistic Navigator.
Curt discusses recommendations he has learned from Dr. David Brownstein, including short-term use of certain vitamins.
They distinguish preformed vitamin A from beta-carotene and discuss the potential toxicity of excessive vitamin A.
Both emphasize beginning their preferred supportive approaches early when symptoms first appear.

Ed recommends The Clot Thickens by Dr. Malcolm Kendrick.
Explains that the book challenges aspects of conventional thinking about the development of cardiovascular disease.
Discusses the traditional focus on LDL cholesterol and plaque accumulation in arteries.
Introduces Kendrick’s theory that repeated small blood clots and the body’s repair processes may contribute to the development of arterial plaque over time.
Ed finds the theory interesting because it offers another perspective on why cardiovascular disease develops.
Discusses the importance of investigating the underlying causes of arterial damage rather than focusing exclusively on cholesterol levels.
Recommends the book to listeners interested in alternative perspectives on cardiovascular health.

Ed shares an unusual historical story about ancient Romans creating memorials for beloved dogs.
Reads an emotional inscription expressing grief over a dog that had been part of its owner’s life for 15 years.
Reflects on how the bond between humans and dogs has existed for centuries.
Ed and Clint briefly discuss their own affection for dogs before closing the episode

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