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The Mineral Way

by Dave Michaels

The Mineral Way is a podcast dedicated to uncovering the life-changing benefits of mineral supplementation. Hosted by Pharmacist Ben Fuchs, a seasoned expert with decades of experience in pharmaceuticals and their impact on health, and radio personality Dave Michaels, the show dives into how minerals can help prevent common health issues and support specific body functions. Each episode simplifies the science behind essential nutrients, empowering listeners to take control of their well-being without relying on drugs or fleeting trends. Tune in to discover why the best way to better health isn't a fad or prescription—it's The Mineral Way. Visit the website mentioned before and after each episode to learn more and take the first step toward a healthier life.

Latest episodes

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ep 49 – Creatine, Melatonin, Gut Health & the Vitamin Connection- The Mineral Way

The Mineral Way #49 – Creatine, Melatonin, Gut Health & the Vitamin Connection This week on The Mineral Way, we explore creatine, autism and schizophrenia, melatonin, D

Sep 15
54 min

Episode 48: AI-Created Viruses, Urolithin & the Mysteries of the Nervous System

What happens when artificial intelligence starts designing viruses? In Episode 48 of The Mineral Way, Dave and pharmacist Ben Fuchs explore what this emerging technology

Aug 11
54 min

ep 47 – Aging Gracefully, Heavy Metals & Everyday Health

Pharmacist Ben Fuchs discusses practical ways to support healthy aging and explores a wide range of listener health questions. Topics include shingles, castor oil, Fucoid

Aug 4
54 min

Episode 46: Fibromyalgia, Failing Joints & Rambling Nick

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,

Jul 29
54 min

Episode 45: Essential Nutrients, Healthy Skin, and the Sweet Truth About Chocolate

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 saturat

Jun 24
54 min

The Mineral Way – Episode 44: Hair Growth, Heart Health, and Healing from the Inside Out

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

Jun 16
54 min

Episode 43 – Brain Fog, Blood Flow & The Body's Hidden Warning Signs

In Episode 43 of The Mineral Way, Ben Fuchs and Dave Michaels explore the connections between brain degeneration, Parkinson's disease, metabolism, circulation, and chroni

May 12
54 min

Episode 42 – "Are We Real? Eyes, Arteries, and Aging Questions"

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

May 2
54 min

ep 41- Detox, Brain Health and Hidden Triggers

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 eczem

Apr 16
54 min

ep 40 – Skin, Seeds, and System: A Full-Body Health Check

Ben Fuchs and Dave Michaels cover folliculitis, the health benefits of chia seeds, kidney function, thyroid imbalances, and estrogen patches—connecting the dots between s

Mar 20
54 min

ep 39 – Inflammation, Irritation, and the Truth About Grains

ep 39 –  Inflammation, Irritation, and the Truth About Grains Dave and Pharmacist Ben connect the dots between poison oak, histamine reactions, gum disease, prostate he

Mar 3
54 min

ep 38 – Skin, Side Effects and Cellular Energy

Ben and Dave dig into what your skin may be trying to tell you. From stubborn eczema to slow-healing skin ulcers, they explore the deeper nutritional imbalances that ofte

Feb 11
54 min

ep 37- Weight Loss Drugs, Parasites, and Metabolic Mayhem

Ben Fuchs and Dave Michaels dive into the rapidly expanding world of GLP-1 weight loss drugs, including newer compounds like retatrutides, and what they may be doing bene

Feb 6
54 min

ep 36- From Pets to People — Arthrydex, Blood Health, and Brain Decline

Dave Michaels and pharmacist Ben Fuchs start with Arthrydex, the joint-support supplement designed for pets, and use it as a springboard into a much bigger conversation a

Jan 28
54 min

ep 35- What Your Body Is Telling You: Minerals, Hair Loss, Bones, and Healing

Ben Fuchs and Dave Michaels explore how the body signals mineral needs through changes like hair loss, bags under the eyes, and weakening bones. They discuss the role of

Jan 6
54 min

ep 34- From Ozempic Side Effects to Skin and Gut Health: What Your Body Is Saying

In Episode 34 of The Mineral Way, Dave Michaels and Ben Fuchs explore Ozempic Face and Butt, what rapid weight loss can reveal about nutrient depletion, and why painkille

Dec 30 2025
54 min

ep 33- Cholesterol Clues and Fucoid Z

Episode 33- Cholesterol Clues and Fucoid Z Ben and Dave break down how cholesterol deposits really form in the arteries and why inflammation plays the bigger role. They

Dec 11 2025
54 min

ep 32 – Microplastics, Microbiomes & the Truth About Your Thyroid

Episode 32 – Microplastics, Microbiomes & the Truth About Your Thyroid In this information-packed episode, Ben and Dave cover the health topics listeners keep asking

Dec 2 2025
54 min

ep 31- Untangling the Big Issues- From Blood Pressure to Hair Loss and Everything In-Between

Episode 31- Untangling the Big Issues: From Blood Pressure to Hair Loss and Everything In-Between Episode 31 of The Mineral Way dives into some of today's most importan

Nov 19 2025
54 min

ep 30- Balancing Blood Pressure, Minerals and Menopause

Episode 30: "Balancing Pressure, Minerals, and Menopause" In this episode of The Mineral Way, Dave and Ben explore the critical role of minerals and nutrition in mainta

Oct 21 2025
54 min

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