Vital Choice Healthstore Blog & Podcast

Achieving Optimal Breast Health

Michael Ventresca — Thu, 23 May 2013 10:44:37 +0000

This podcast is a live recording of our recent in-store seminar "Optimal Breast Health". In this podcast, Registered Dietititan Nicole Gould discusses: The importance of breast cell detoxification, balancing hormones, the role of the inflammation response, combating fibroids and more! [...]

Combating Irritable Bowel Syndrome

Michael Ventresca — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 14:33:20 +0000

This podcast is a live recording of our recent in-store seminar "Combating Irritable Bowel Syndrome". In this podcast, Registered Dietititan Nicole Gould discusses: What IBS is and are your "stomach problems" actually IBS, why traditional IBS treatments don't work, the role of food sensitivites and IBS and a cutting edge test that can identify your food triggers and help you design a solution to your needs. [...]

Calcium alone is not enough!

Michael Ventresca — Mon, 11 Mar 2013 00:14:26 +0000

This podcast is a live recording of our recent in-store seminar "Calcium alone is not enough!". In this podcast, Registered Dietititan Nicole Gould discusses: Which forms of calcium are best and which can actually be dangerous, how 'silent inflammation' effects your bones and which two nutrients beyond calcium are essential to maintaining bone health. [...]

Achieve and maintain healthy cholesterol, plaque and arterial health

Michael Ventresca — Sat, 09 Feb 2013 21:20:00 +0000

This podcast is a live recording of our recent in-store seminar "The Healthy Heart 1 - Cholesterol, Triglycerides and Plaque". In this podcast, Registered Dietitian Nicole Gould discusses blood lipids cholesterol and triglycerides, making sense of your cholesterol scores and why a total cholesterol over 200 is not always bad. Additionally, Nicole reviews the most effective supplements to supporting healthy cholesterol, triglycerides and arterial health. [...]

Boosting Seasonal Immunity

Michael Ventresca — Thu, 17 Jan 2013 17:06:42 +0000

This podcast is a recording of the November 2012 customer seminar, “Combating Seasonal Challenges” presented by Nicole Gould, RD, LD at Vital Choice Healthstore. In this seminar Nicole discusses which natural remedies can help prevent and combat seasonal challenges. She reviews the research and discusses how to choose the best option for you or your family’s needs. [...]

The best supplements you’re NOT taking

Michael Ventresca — Sun, 25 Nov 2012 21:21:30 +0000

On this podcast we discuss, arguably, the most underutilized and overlooked category of nutritional supplements – medicinal mushrooms. And that's a shame because this category as a whole can provide numerous benefits including: enhancing immune function (so that you can better combat seasonal challenges and well as more serious immune concerns), allergies, stamina and endurance, liver support and more. [...]

Diet and Supplements for Optimal Breast Health

Michael Ventresca — Mon, 29 Oct 2012 16:30:15 +0000

This podcast is a recording of the October 18th seminar, “Optimal Breast Health” by Nicole Gould, RD, LD. Topics discussed include: Diet and lifestyle tips to optimize your breast health and reduce risk of disease, the role of detoxification and inflammation and which supplements to take to achieve optimal breast health. [...]

Combating age related eye disorders

Michael Ventresca — Fri, 21 Sep 2012 02:15:23 +0000

This podcast is a recording of the August 29th customer seminar, "Advanced Vision Support" by Nicole Gould, RD, LD at Vital Choice Healthstore. Topics discussed include: Nutrients to support long-term optimal eye health and combating macular degeneration and other age related eye disorders. [...]

Overcoming Adrenal Fatigue and Thyroid Imbalances

Michael Ventresca — Wed, 05 Sep 2012 09:37:19 +0000

Today's podcast delves into what you can do to combat these two extremely common and interrelated health concerns - adrenal fatigue or insufficiency and thyroid problems. These conditions can lead to a myriad of symptoms including: weight gain, fatigue and lack of energy, anxious feelings, depression and more. [...]

Fix Your Gut!

Michael Ventresca — Tue, 07 Aug 2012 12:22:53 +0000

This podcast is a recording of the July 11th customer seminar, "Fix Your Gut" by Nicole Gould, RD, LD at Vital Choice Healthstore. Topics discussed include: reducing gas, bloating and indigestion, the acid reflux myth and healing the gut from damage due to ulcers, food intolerance and leaky gut as well as a review of the most effective supplements available. [...]

Maca for sex drive, hormones and more

Michael Ventresca — Wed, 18 Jul 2012 12:33:37 +0000

For years maca has probably been best known for its ability to help restore libido for men and women. More recently, natural health experts have been recommending this superfood for a broader set of symptoms including: menopausal support, infertility support, increased metabolism, stress reduction and memory improvement in general. In this podcast, guest Nicole Gould, RD, LD and host Michael Ventresca discuss new research into this superfood as well as how to go about selecting the right maca supplement. [...]

Optimal Joint Health – Moving Beyond Glucosamine

Michael Ventresca — Wed, 20 Jun 2012 11:00:05 +0000

This podcast is a recording of the June 6th customer seminar, "Beyond Glucosamine - Optimal Joint Health" by Nicole Gould, RD, LD at Vital Choice Healthstore. Topics discussed include: Arthritis, Gout and other joint concerns, your joints - "a house on fire", the role of inflammation in joint health, which supplements work best: glucosamine, hyaluronic acid, boswellia, curcumin and more! [...]

Seminar – Weight Loss Success

Michael Ventresca — Wed, 06 Jun 2012 01:09:29 +0000

This podcast is a recording of the May 30th customer seminar, "Weight Loss Success!" by Nicole Gould, RD, LD at Vital Choice Healthstore. Topics discussed include: a review of the most popular diet supplements including raspberry ketones, African mango, CLA, eleven weight management and diet tips, what to avoid when dieting and more. [...]

The Dangers of After-Meal Blood Sugar Spikes

Michael Ventresca — Wed, 09 May 2012 01:54:52 +0000

Today’s podcast is NOT about why you can no longer eat sugar. Rather, today’s podcast is simply about bringing to light some of the concerns you should be aware of when eating sugar as well as giving you important diet and lifestyle tips (nine to be exact!) that can limit the negative effects. [...]

Nutritional keys to maximizing your workout

Michael Ventresca — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 22:07:53 +0000

Whether your goal is to lose weight or bulk up, building lean muscle is absolutely essential to achieving your goal and transforming your body. Today's podcast discuses the nutritional supplements that are key to maximizing your workout. [...]

The dangers of after meal blood sugar spikes

Michael Ventresca — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 11:13:03 +0000

A recent Life Extension Foundation article discussed the dangers of after-meal blood sugar spikes. Quite often, many of us incorrectly assume this type of concern is limited to those with diabetes. On today's podcast, we discuss why this is an important issue for your health (and your waistline!) including several supplements and lifestyle tips that can help slash these potentially deadly glucose spikes. [...]

Ancient movement improves digestion, detoxifies and enhances energy

Michael Ventresca — Wed, 16 Nov 2011 14:41:51 +0000

On this episode of the podcast guest Mary Ellen Derwis-Balaz discusses how the ancient practice of Qigong as well as the movement of belly dancing can improve your digestion, aid in detoxifying your body and boost your energy levels. Mary Ellen shares some useful tips anyone can do to get the process started. [...]

Surviving this holiday season without gas, bloating and heartburn

Michael Ventresca — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 16:26:54 +0000

On this episode of the Vital Choice Healthstore podcast, Registered Dietitian Nicole Gould and host Michael Ventresca discuss how to combat and prevent indigestion as well as enhance digestion with natural supplements. You'll learn how to choose the right supplement for you as well as the little known, but all too important misconception about heartburn. [...]

Multivitamins Linked to Early Death in Women

Nicole Gould, RD, LD — Tue, 11 Oct 2011 21:13:58 +0000

A recent study reported women who took supplements had, on average, a 2.4 percent increased risk of dying over the course of the 19-year study, compared with women who didn't take supplements. The media seems to be running this study everywhere, but before you go swearing off supplements all together, I just wanted to bring up some key points for you to consider. [...]

Combat stress, promote calm and enhance your focus

Michael Ventresca — Wed, 14 Sep 2011 23:40:52 +0000

On today's podcast, Guest Shawna Wall discusses the role lemon balm can play in combating stress, promoting calm and enhancing focus. [...]

Is Turmeric really that good?

Michael Ventresca — Sat, 13 Aug 2011 16:58:19 +0000

On this episode of the Vital Choice Healthstore podcast, guest Shauna Wall discusses the many benefits of turmeric, how it works to aid our health, and why you should consider a daily dose of this wonder spice. Shauna also sheds light on an often confusing issue regarding supplementing with curcumin, one of turmeric's most important phytochemicals. [...]

My personal mission to combat stress

Michael Ventresca — Wed, 10 Aug 2011 11:39:08 +0000

Life is changing today at an unprecedented pace. For many of us, this contributes to a high degree of damaging stress that takes both a physiological and emotional toll on the body. While this is hardly breaking news, the need to develop a more resilient stress response cannot be overstated. In fact, this has become a personal mission for me as lately I’ve noticed stress creeping, not so subtly, into my life. [...]

Effective weight loss supplements

Michael Ventresca — Wed, 13 Jul 2011 11:58:15 +0000

As a follow-up to our last podcast 4 Weight Loss Inhibitors, this week dietitian Nicole Gould, RD, LD discusses two of the most effective (and scientifically validated) weight loss supplements she's used with her clients - green tea and PGX. In addition, Nicole gives her take on three supplements that have recently received a good deal of attention (thanks in no small part to the Dr Oz show) African Mango, Coconut Oil and Fucoxanthin. [...]

4 Weight Loss Inhibitors

Michael Ventresca — Wed, 29 Jun 2011 11:51:53 +0000

On today's podcast, guest Nicole Gould, RD, LD discusses what she's found to be the four most common weight loss inhibitors and what you can do about them. We'll discuss how the thyroid and adrenal glands can impact weight loss, the effects of menopause, the role of stress on weight and finally the vicious cycle of insulin resistance. [...]

Combating food intolerance with enzymes

Michael Ventresca — Wed, 08 Jun 2011 15:47:25 +0000

On today's podcast we discuss how to choose the best digestive supplement to combat everything from mild indigestion to more serious food intolerance. Guest: Nicole Gould, RD, LD [...]

Do you fear food?

Michael Ventresca — Sat, 04 Jun 2011 14:12:38 +0000

Have you ever had an upset stomach from something you ate? Did you have mild gas and bloating, or something more serious like cramping and diarrhea? Do you know what caused it? Regardless of your answers, if you suffer indigestion or if you think have food intolerances, today’s article is for you. [...]

The heart healthiest fish oil

Michael Ventresca — Sat, 28 May 2011 13:23:46 +0000

If you've ever eaten fish or taken a fish oil supplement with your heart health in mind, today's column is a must read. [...]

Combat stress with the perfect calm

Michael Ventresca — Wed, 18 May 2011 18:23:30 +0000

If stress tends to keep you up at night, this podcast is for you! In this episode of the Vital Choice Healthstore podcast, guest Shauna Wall and I focus on nutritional support to help focus this energy and calm the body, both physiologically and emotionally, during times of stress. [...]

Are plant based proteins better than whey or egg?

Michael Ventresca — Wed, 04 May 2011 14:38:25 +0000

If you've ever used a protein shake, and it's a good bet that you have, today's podcast is for you! In this episode, guests Chris Young, product manager with Nutrifusion Nutritionals, Nicole Gould, RD, LD, join me to discuss an emerging trend in protein supplementation - plant based proteins, and why many feel they are better than the ultra-popular whey and egg. [...]

Three foods to reduce cholesterol and inflammation

Michael Ventresca — Wed, 20 Apr 2011 11:40:48 +0000

On today's podcast guest Shauna Wall and I discuss how hibiscus, artichoke and other whole foods can help reduce cholesterol, inflammation and your risk of heart disease. [...]