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, "bone-on-bone" joint conditions, and nutritional strategies that may help support healthier connective tissue and overall wellness.

Plus... Nick calls in and, well... we're still not entirely sure what he was talking about, but it somehow became part of the show.

Whether you're dealing with chronic pain, recovering from illness, or simply looking for practical ways to support your health naturally, Episode 46 is packed with useful information—and at least one entertaining detour.

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 at the cellular level and how small dietary changes can make a big difference.

The conversation also covers skin health, common skincare misconceptions, and the surprising health benefits of chocolate. Plus, Ben and Dave open the phone lines and answer listener questions on a variety of health and wellness topics, delivering the practical advice and nutritional insights that have made The Mineral Way a trusted resource for healthy living.

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 cholesterol naturally.

Plus, Ben explains hip dysplasia in both dogs and humans, how gut health can be restored using Youngevity products, and whether dental bone loss can actually be reversed. It's another information-packed episode filled with practical health insights and listener questions.

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, oxylates, kidney stones, allergies, spider veins, leaky gut, chronic Lyme disease, blood viscosity, plaque buildup, and the surprising ways the body warns us when something is wrong. A fast-moving and information-packed episode focused on nutrition, healing, and understanding the body from the inside out.

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 can actually use on this week's episode of The Mineral Way.

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.

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.

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 training, the modern food pyramid, and the real story on fruits and vegetables, this episode breaks down how inflammation shows up in the body — and what you can do nutritionally to calm it down and build real resilience from the inside out.