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

Presented by: Nutrition World

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Broadcasting from the Nooga Dentistry Studio

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Production of: Whitfield Media Group

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Title: Rethinking Bone Health: Osteoporosis, Exercise and Essential Nutrients

[0:04:00] Clint’s New Book & Ed’s eBooks/Publishing Plans

• Clint introduces his new book:
  • Title: The Room with No Doors: How We Trap Ourselves Defending Our Excuses.
  • Format: Paperback + Kindle, includes some work sections at the back.
  • Focuses on seven common excuses we use to avoid trying solutions, trapping ourselves.
  • Available on Amazon; early sales have pushed it into top rankings in certain Kindle and paperback categories.
  • Another book is already written and queued for release around late October / early November.
• Ed discusses his own Holistic Navigator eBooks:
  • Topics: staying healthy, getting healthy, sleep, oral hygiene, oxalates, AI for fat loss, the “Core Four” foundational supplements, etc.
  • Currently on theholisticnavigator.com; Ed plans to follow Clint’s lead and bring them to Amazon/Kindle.

[0:06:37[ Labor Day, Nutrition World Shopify Rollout

• Ed shares that this Labor Day marks a huge milestone for Nutrition World:
  • Full migration to a Shopify-based system for online business.
  • Compared to the massive move years ago from Brainerd Village to Lee Highway, this is framed as the second biggest event in decades.
  • Acknowledges it’s been extremely expensive and complex, but promises major improvements in convenience and efficiency for customers.
• Announcement: Lisa Bloom (lactation expert from Knoxville) has joined Nutrition World:
  • Deep experience helping mothers through lactation challenges.
  • Notes that without support, ~50% of mothers quit breastfeeding due to difficulty.
  • Lisa will offer consultations at Be Well Labs (near Nutrition World), bookable via NutritionW.com / BeginWithLabs.com.

[0:09:50] “Teacher of the Week” & Chronic Pain as a Brain Response

• Ed introduces a recurring concept: “Teacher of the Week” – highlighting sources of health wisdom.
• This week’s teacher: “Pain Free You” (YouTube channel).
  • Ed has personally counseled with the creator.
  • Core idea: a large portion of chronic pain is generated by the brain as a protective distraction from emotional pain or unresolved inner issues.
  • Featured video: “You Are Not Sick, You Are Scared.”
  • Distinguishes between:
    • Structural pain (like Clint’s hip, back, knee issues – “flat tires”) where anatomy is clearly damaged.
    • Chronic, shifting, unexplained pain where the nervous system and fear may be the primary drivers.

[0:13:33] Upcoming Events

1. September 16 – Talk at Nutrition World by Katie Poole on optimizing fertility.
2. October 24 – Large-scale Health Fair

[0:17:44] Segment with Dr. Curt Dearing: Osteoporosis, Osteopenia & Bone Health

• Clint re‑introduces the show and brings in Dr. Curt Dearing, clinical pharmacist (~35 years’ experience).
• Curt previews the segment (osteoporosis/osteopenia) and contrasts:
  • Conventional approach: heavy on calcium supplements and prescription drugs (e.g., bisphosphonates like Fosamax).
  • Holistic approach: broader lifestyle interventions – targeted nutrients (vitamin D, vitamin K2, vitamin C, boron, strontium), exercise, and fall prevention.
• Key critiques of conventional diagnosis:
  • The T‑score system compares bone density to that of a young adult, effectively turning normal age-related bone loss into a “disease.”
  • Similar over‑medicalization compared to blood pressure and cholesterol, which also naturally shift with age.
• Concerns about bisphosphonates (e.g., Fosamax):
  • Originated from chemicals used to soften irrigation water.
  • Improve bone density numbers on scans but can create denser yet more brittle bones.
  • Side effects:
    • Esophageal ulcerations if not taken properly (must sit upright with full glass of water).
    • Rare but devastating jawbone degeneration (osteonecrosis of the jaw).
    • Long‑term use may increase hip fractures; minimal benefit in men and women > 80.
• Real fracture risk driver: falls, not just bone density.
  • Most fractures in the elderly occur in people without osteoporosis.
  • Priorities:
    • Muscle mass and strength.
    • Cognitive function to reduce fall risk.
• Lifestyle foundation for bone health:
  • Exercise is primary:
    • Weight‑bearing and high‑intensity training.
    • Weighted vest especially beneficial for lighter women (they lack constant load on bones).
    • General recommendation: 30–60 minutes, 3–4 times per week, with heart rate around 120 minus age for cardio work (not necessarily with the vest).
• Diet and acid load:
  • Excess acid‑forming foods (grains, dairy, meat, coffee, sugar) can create acidosis, prompting the body to pull minerals (like calcium) from bone to buffer pH.
  • Malabsorption issues (celiac, GI problems, proton pump inhibitors like Nexium) reduce absorption of calcium, magnesium, etc.
• Supplement strategy:
  • Calcium: important but typical 1,200 mg/day is likely too high; better range 400–1,000 mg, depending on diet.
    • Excess isolated calcium can increase fracture risk.
  • Vitamin D + Vitamin K2 (MK‑7 form):
    • K2 directs calcium out of arteries and into bones.
    • D and K work synergistically; many combo formulas under‑dose D and K, so often need separate higher‑dose D/K.
    • Optimal vitamin D blood levels: generally 60–70 ng/mL; anything under 40 is likely deficient.
    • Toxicity is rare; usually only with abuse of high‑dose (50,000 IU daily instead of weekly).
  • Other helpful nutrients: Vitamin C, boron, strontium.
    • Strontium should be taken separate from calcium/bone formulas.
• Vitamin K and blood thinners:
  • Vitamin K is crucial not only for clotting but also for bone and cardiovascular health.
  • Only warfarin (Coumadin) users must tightly regulate vitamin K.
  • Newer anticoagulants (Eliquis, Xarelto) do not require vitamin K restriction.

[0:39:03] Segment 3: Labs, Spike Protein, Long COVID & Upcoming “Chicken” Episode

• Ed shares he is getting blood work at Be Well Labs (BeginWithLabs.com):
  • Specifically testing spike protein levels due to curiosity about long COVID.
  • References a previous guest MD who had repeated COVID infections and very high spike protein levels (~870 vs. normal <25), associated with long‑COVID symptoms (fatigue, brain fog, aches).
  • Ed will report results on a future show.
• Teaser for next week’s show:
  • Feature on Christy from Nutrition World and her unconventional, very intentional way of raising chickens.
  • Hosts all eat eggs from her chickens because of the high‑quality husbandry and feed practices.

[0:43:00] Two Big “Health Mistakes” & Tick‑Borne Infections

• Ed outlines two common health mistakes:
  • Doing nothing and underestimating how risky inaction is (you are changing anyway; you just surrender control).
  • Doing the wrong thing that is out of alignment with the body’s innate wisdom (often conventional approaches that ignore holistic context).
• Ticks & chronic fatigue:
  • Recent data show ~50% of chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) patients test positive for hidden tick‑borne infections (Babesia, Bartonella) on advanced testing.
  • Standard labs often miss these infections.
  • Babesia: a parasite that poisons red blood cells and disrupts oxygen delivery.
  • Bartonella: damages blood vessels, causing persistent fatigue and neurological symptoms.

[0:45:14] Caffeine & Fat Loss Study – Practical Takeaways

• Ed revisits the caffeine and fat oxidation study:
  • Participants: sedentary women, >30% body fat, exercising less than 3x/week.
  • Caffeine doses tested:
    • 3 mg/kg (roughly 200–210 mg for Ed’s weight).
    • 5 mg/kg (~300 mg).
    • 9 mg/kg (~500 mg).
  • Findings:
    • 3–5 mg/kg significantly increased fat oxidation vs. placebo.
    • 9 mg/kg gave no added benefit and led to side effects (nervousness, higher blood pressure).
  • Real‑world translation:
    • About 200–300 mg caffeine pre‑exercise appears ideal for fat‑burning benefits.
    • Examples:
      • Starbucks grande cold brew: ~205 mg.
      • Starbucks grande hot coffee: ~310 mg.
  • Ed plans to use caffeine for life, especially pre‑gym, in this moderate dose range.

[0:48:08] Xylitol & Cardiovascular Risk

• Discussion of new research linking xylitol intake to major adverse cardiovascular events (MACE):
  • Study of ~17,000 people, average age ~61, over 6–30 years.
  • Higher intakes of xylitol were associated with increased risk of cardiac events.
  • Mechanism: around 30 g of xylitol can increase platelet aggregation, thickening the blood and potentially increasing clot risk.
• Practical implications:
  • Chewing gum with xylitol is likely low risk due to small doses.
  • Biggest concern: 16‑oz canned drinks heavily sweetened with xylitol.
  • Nutrition World will scan store beverages and aim to transition away from xylitol‑sweetened drinks toward stevia‑based options.
• Brief note: some emerging chatter on stevia and possible neurological effects, but Ed notes that appears tied to genetic vulnerabilities, whereas xylitol issues may be more generalized.

[0:50:38] Post‑Stomach Bug Recovery: What to Eat

• Guidance for recovering from stomach bugs (vomiting/diarrhea):
  • Immediate phase: simple, gentle foods like broth.
  • Special protocol (especially for kids): green bananas + rice.
    • Research suggests green bananas plus rice work significantly better than rice alone for recovery.
  • Crucial step: reintroduce protein as soon as symptoms improve.
    • Protein speeds recovery and supports healing.
    • Early on, protein may be easier to drink (e.g., smoothies, shakes) than to eat as solids.

[0:56:48] Fauci Advisor Indictment, EMFs/5G/6G & Final Thoughts

• Ed mentions news that David Morens, MD (former senior advisor to Anthony Fauci at NIAID) pleaded guilty to conspiracy to defraud the U.S. and could face up to 5 years.
  • Framed as part of a broader process of information “coming out” about the COVID era.
• EMFs, 5G, and coming 6G:
  • Ed reiterates concerns about EMF/5G exposure and its effects on neurochemistry.
  • Notes that 6G is expected around 2030, raising new concerns.
  • Mentions his use of Blue Shield EMF mitigation devices in the bedroom and for family.
    • Clarifies these do not “block” EMFs (only physical shielding like silver fabric can) but are intended to help the body adapt to EMF stress.
• Amish & vaccine mandates (brief mention):
  • Amish communities in New York reportedly threatened mass exodus over pressure around vaccines, raising questions about medical mandates and rights.
• Ed closes with a quality‑of‑life perspective:
  • His goal is not necessarily to live more days, but to live higher‑quality days.
  • Recaps that he’s lived “80 mph most of the time” and wants to maintain quality through proactive health choices.

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