Ben Fuchs

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Pharmacist, nutritionist, and cosmetic chemist, Ben Fuchs shared alternative health concepts, and offered tips on supplements and healthy changes to one's diet and lifestyle. Regarding the upcoming Thanksgiving celebration, he noted that as we get older, it's beneficial to eat less food. People often need to nap after eating a large meal, and one of the reasons individuals are chronically fatigued is that they're overeating, he suggested. An overall lower caloric intake is associated with a longer lifespan, he added. For vegetarians, he recommended at least eating eggs, which pack in many nutrients not found elsewhere. Vegans, who eat no animal protein, may be at higher risk for bone fractures, a recent study has found.

Continuing on the topic of diet, he reported that those with Alzheimer's lose the desire to eat, and eventually even lose the ability to eat. He associated this condition with Type 3 diabetes, blood sugar issues, and a digestive system breakdown. Problems with the intestines and digestion can lead to toxins entering the bloodstream and inflammation. To counteract, he suggested taking probiotics, enzymes, and relaxing the body through meditation and deep breathing, as well as exercise. For foot care, Fuchs recommended exfoliating the skin by soaking the feet in apple cider vinegar and warm water. He also talked about how a ketogenic diet can be used to alleviate neuropathy (often linked to diabetes).