Health Quest Podcast With Steve Lankford

In this interview with Dr. Stokes, we will discuss in depth the challenges that women face with iron deficiency. It is the number one nutritional deficiency in the world. We will also discuss the newly completed clinical study using Blood Builder. There is a lot of good news to share. So for thirty years, we have had the experience of women to confirm the value and effectiveness of Blood Builder. Now we have clinical evidence. We will also discuss the differences between iron deficiency and anemia. People often confuse the two. This interview will clear that up. The post 260 – The Challenge of Iron Deficiency for Women – My Interview with Dr. Erin Stokes appeared first on Health Quest Podcast.

The probiotic industry has exploded and now we have hundreds of companies putting products into the marketplace that have no real science or benefit. This is a big bandwagon and everyone now has a probiotic. If you are serious about the products you buy, then learn to dig deeper. Ask questions, seek evidence, and figure out what companies and which products you can trust. It's only hard in the beginning, and as you learn more you will gain confidence. You will make better choices and better choices lead to better outcomes.  The post 259 – Probiotics for Vaginal and Urinary Health – My Interview with Anthony Thomas appeared first on Health Quest Podcast.

"The human brain has always been a source of fascination. For centuries scientists have been trying to unlock its secrets. This has never been more relevant than today, when more people, young and old, are being diagnosed with brain disorders – such as anxiety, depression, insomnia, learning disorders, and dementias – than ever before.   In her new book, naturopathic doctor Karen Jensen explores the intricate communication network between the heart, the brain, and the gut. An increasing body of research suggests that these three “brains” all work together to determine our mental, emotional, and physical health. These three brains not only influence optimal brain function but the very essence of our identity. The post 258 – You Have Three Brains – My Interview with Dr. Karen Jensen, ND appeared first on Health Quest Podcast.

Hemp is an important agricultural commodity around the world. Hemp played an important role in the growth and development of America as well. Until 1937 when the marijuana tax act criminalized all cannabis including industrial hemp. This is a case of throwing the baby out with the bath water. The road back to US hemp production is just gaining traction. Hemp based products have been available in the US for probably a decade or so. Products like protein rich hemp seed, hemp oil (not to be confused with CDB Oil), hemp fiber for rope and fabrics have come into the marketplace. These products are made from hemp grown in other countries. Canada for example produces industrial hemp. So the challenge of making industrial hemp legal again in the US been formidable but doable.  The post 257 – America’s Emerging Hemp Industry – My Interview with Josh Hendrix appeared first on Health Quest Podcast.

We face a growing challenge with childhood health. It seems that more and more children are experiencing significant health issues more so than in the past. Parents are rightly concerned and always want to do the best for their children. Easier said than done. When we begin to consider the many ways in which children can be adversely affected it can be overwhelming. Perhaps even more daunting is how do we raise healthy children in today's environment. The post 256 – Nutrition for Children – My Interview with Jolie Root appeared first on Health Quest Podcast.

Antioxidants are an interesting topic. Everyone seems to understand that antioxidants are important for good health. After that it all gets fuzzy. I admit that my own understanding of antioxidant function is limited. What actually is oxidative stress? What does the oxidative test measure? What are the differences between the many foods and supplement forms of antioxidants? What are free radicals? Those are a few of the questions answered in this interview with Dr. Russell Jaffe. The post 255 – Testing Your Antioxidant Status – My Interview with Dr. Russell Jaffe appeared first on Health Quest Podcast.

In this interview Dr. Josée Fortin discusses the challenges that most men will face with swelling prostate. She discusses the reasons that men develop BPH and some of the lifestyles factors that can influence the state of prostate health. She also discusses Prostasan. Prostasan is a clinically studied form of Saw Palmetto extract. When searching for a prostate formula look for one where the clinical studies were done on that specific product. You want to know that you are buying the clinical form. Prostasan has 3 published clinical studies showing efficacy. The post 254 – Clinically Effective Prostate Support – My Interview with Josée Fortin appeared first on Health Quest Podcast.

In this podcast I am interviewing Jerry Angelini. Jerry is the National Science Educator for Host Defense Organic Mushrooms. We will discuss the broader topic of beneficial mushrooms. Of the hundreds of mushrooms that have been identified there are only a few that we consider as beneficial. Most of the mushrooms considered beneficial are the ones that have been used for centuries in traditional cultures. So with the anecdotal knowledge and today's scientific capabilities we can now consider these mushroom as serious contributors to human health.  The post 253 – The Health Benefits of Mushrooms – My Interview with Jerry Angelini appeared first on Health Quest Podcast.

In this interview Neil E. Levin will discuss the importance of protein in human nutrition. We will also discuss some of the health concerns related to protein. Considering that protein is one of the macro nutrients, it makes sense that we understand its benefits. What are proteins and why are they important? What are amino acids? What are the recommended levels of protein? What are differences between sources of protein? What happens if protein is deficient? What adversely affects protein digestion? What improves protein digestion? The post 252 – All About Protein – My Interview with Neil E. Levin appeared first on Health Quest Podcast.

One of the reasons that inflammation is so devastating is that chronic, highly active inflammation from one cause will adversely affect many other structures and functions in the body. One problem will lead to others. The drugs used to treat the disease will likely contribute to additional problems. The drugs cannot heal chronic inflammation. Only your body can do that and only if you put into place that which leads to healing. The good news is that even serious chronic condition can be dramatically improved in a few months with the serious application of healing lifestyle, diet, and supplementation. The post 251 – Predictive Biomarker High Sensitivity CRP – My Interview with Dr. Russell Jaffe appeared first on Health Quest Podcast.

There is a great deal of excitement over CBD Oil. With good reason. It's safe and effective for everyday use by consumers and it has properties that can be exploited pharmaceutically. In fact there is ongoing clinical research using CBD for serious health conditions. In this interview with Dr. Hector Lopez, we will explore the difference between the drug development and research and the consumer applications of CBD. The post 250 – Is CBD Oil a Drug or Nutrient? Or Both? – My Interview with Dr. Hector Lopez appeared first on Health Quest Podcast.

I have often said companies need two things to succeed; image and substance. A company with image but no substance is selling you fluff. A company with substance and no image, gets lost because no one knows about them or what they do. You want to buy from companies that have substance first as that is the most important thing. It is when you want to look deeper into the substance of a company that the distinctions become clearer. That's what this interview is exploring with Chad Kelly, Senior Educator for NutriGold Supplements. The post 249 – Behind the Scenes at NutriGold Supplements – My Interview with Chad Kelly appeared first on Health Quest Podcast.

Many people don't pay much attention to the protein they consume. Athletes understand the importance of protein but many consumers often focus on fats, carbohydrates and supplements and don't understand how proteins exert their effects in human health. As more of consumers are focused on improving their health supplemental proteins are gaining in popularity. In this interview with Tracy Kreider we will discuss the benefits of protein in human health. We will also discuss whey protein, one of the best supplemental sources of protein. We will explore the distinctions between sources of protein, and especially the benefits of whey protein produced in America. Like most things, not all protein and supplements are equal.  The post 248 – The Benefits of Whey Protein – My Interview with Tracy Kreider, N.D. appeared first on Health Quest Podcast.

In this interview, Dr. Erin Stokes will discuss the nutritional needs for women through 4 distinct stages of a woman's life. MegaFood has created unique formulas for each stage. The four stages being younger women, pregnant, nursing, or women planning to become pregnant, women in menopause and post-menopausal women. Each group has a different sets of nutritional needs. Looking for nutrients that are gender and age relevant is becoming more common. Women can now target nutrients to their specific needs and stage in life. The post 247 – Choosing a Woman’s Multi-Vitamin – My Interview with Erin Stokes appeared first on Health Quest Podcast.

I first learned about e-cloth in the fall of 2016. I did my first interview with Al Coviello later that year. I have since acquired and used many of the e-cloth products throughout my home. My wife and I are converts and we now use e-cloth almost exclusively for cleaning. We have begun giving e-cloth Baby Care products to young mothers as baby and shower gifts. It seems to me that once you understand how e-cloths exert their magic, and once you experience how well they work, it's nearly impossible to not consider this as an ideal solution to cleaning your local (home) environment. The post 246 – Chemical Free Baby Care with e-cloth – My Interview with Al Coviello appeared first on Health Quest Podcast.

Vitamin D promotes calcium absorption in the gut and maintains adequate serum calcium and phosphate concentrations to enable normal mineralization of bone and to prevent hypocalcemic tetany. It is also needed for bone growth and bone remodeling by osteoblasts and osteoclasts. Without sufficient vitamin D, bones can become thin, brittle, or misshapen. Vitamin D sufficiency prevents rickets in children and osteomalacia in adults. Together with calcium, vitamin D also helps protect older adults from osteoporosis. The post 245 – Predictive Bio-marker Test – Vitamin D – My Interview with Dr. Russell Jaffe appeared first on Health Quest Podcast.

We have all heard that the Mediterranean diet is one of the healthiest diets. It is one of the world's regional diets that seems to provide benefits to health and longevity. In this interview with Jolie Root, we will discuss the Mediterranean diet and contrast that to the standard American diet (SAD). One of the key elements of the Mediterranean diet is the use of particular fats in the diets. Olive oil provides the omega-9 fatty and fish from the sea and grazing animals provide the critical omega-3. Omega-6 fatty acids from nuts and seeds were consumed in their natural forms as foods and not as refined oils as we have in the U.S. The post 244 – Embracing the Mediterranean Diet – My Interview with Jolie Root appeared first on Health Quest Podcast.

Menopause is a time in life where the woman’s body goes through a major transformation. It is often perceived as an illness, but its purpose is to prevent pregnancy and childbirth at an age where it would be too taxing on the body. When menopause occurs suddenly or when the body is exhausted, menopause can be a source of major stress. In spite of everything, most women go through this period with minimal discomfort. The post 243 – Nutritional Support for Menopause – My Interview with Josée Fortin appeared first on Health Quest Podcast.

Countless adults cannot digest the proteins they consume, which can lead to a range of problems from a buildup of toxins, aging, weight gain and lowered immunity.Many people who struggle with protein digestion are also dealing with serious health issues such as Lyme disease, chronic fatigue, Parkinson’s disease, cancer, multiple sclerosis and other inflammatory or autoimmune diseases. The truth is, the sickest of patients cannot digest protein. The post 242 – Are You Protein Deficient? – My Interview with Dr. David Minkoff MD appeared first on Health Quest Podcast.

Also important for Cardiovascular Health In this interview Neil Levin discusses three core nutrients for both bone health and cardiovascular health. The science is compelling regarding the important benefits of calcium and vitamins D and K. However there is still a great deal of confusion surrounding these nutrients. Neil and I strive to demystify some […] The post 241 – Calcium, Vitamins D and K for Bone Health – My Interview with Neil Levin appeared first on Health Quest Podcast.