NCI Well Connect
January 13, 2025
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Dear Steve,
DID YOU KNOW that the superstar gut bacterium Akkermansia muciniphila does not only perform miraculous gut repair, but seems to help older adults build and maintain muscle mass?
A 12-week, double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial in Nutrients, involving individuals aged 60 and above, were randomly assigned to receive either Akkermansia or a placebo. The Akkermansia group showed, even in the absence of additional exercise, significantly increased muscle strength. The authors suggest Akkermansia be considered as an adjunct therapy to prevent sarcopenia (muscle loss), which is common in older adults.
Akkermanisa increased follistatin, a key regulator of muscle regeneration. The authors purport that because Akkermanisa heals gut lining and enhances absorption of key nutrients, the body is able to better build back muscle tissue.
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Note to Paid Well Connect Members
Our Gluten-Free Natural Shopping List has been updated. To access the newest version, go to our Members Only Archives here.
Metagenics Has a New Label and Some Product Name Changes
Please note that Metagenics is rolling out its new label over the coming months. There have been no ingredient changes, just the look of the label. In addition, some product names have been changed. We will leave the old names of these products on our website for the foreseeable future.
Steve Minsky MS, HWC
As a Health and Wellness Counselor, Steve analyzes and offer solutions to optimize human functioning not only with food, but every aspect of your lifestyle, whether for prevention or healing. More info on Steve's services.
Text Us If Convenient at (847) 497-0902
Text is the quickest way to communicate with us. Questions for Bonnie do not apply.
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Pet Wellness
Our dietary supplement line for dogs and cats, ThorneVet, has an impeccable reputation among veterinarians. Carolyn Martinelli "Coach Care" can answer your questions about ThorneVet pet supplements at nutroconpet@gmail.com. Please leave detailed contact information as well as the name, age, sex, breed, and/or health issue(s) and med(s) of your pet so Carolyn can respond accordingly. To order from our wellness shop, please visit here (for prices, enter the Guest Area password: discount2018).
Online Gift Cards
Giving the gift of wellness has never been easier. Order your gift cards here.
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Standard Blood Work
For a list of standard blood tests for new or existing clients, please go to this page and look at Steve or Bonnie's wellness forms.
Stool Analysis
For gastrointestinal, autoimmune, or allergy-related maladies, stool analysis is a wonderful way to detect how to heal from the inside out.
Genomics Testing
For lifestyle and diet genetic analysis, go to the "Pure Insight" section below.
Food Reaction Testing
Because true food allergies are rare, please email Steve or Bonnie for authorization to get our IgE food allergy, IgE mold/fungus allergy, or celiac panel. For questions about the tests and how to prepare, contact our office staff.
Thermography Screening at Nutritional Concepts - Friday, January 17th
For those interested in an upper torso or whole body thermography scan, please book your session by emailing: illinoisthermography@gmail.com (tell Eniko you would like to schedule your thermography scan at Nutritional Concepts on Friday, January 17th. She will get back to you with times available, type of scan; openings are limited and first come first serve). To find out more about thermography, please read the following.
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Year-round infection is the new normal. We are exposed to many endemic viruses including SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19), influenza (flu), respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), norovirus (stomach flu), adenovirus (common cold), monkeypox, and four other coronaviruses (common cold), among others. Support your immune system with our Free Prevent and Fight Infection 2.0 Protocol here. | |
Warning: Counterfeit, Adulterated Supplements Online | On the internet, especially at Amazon, there is an epidemic of counterfeit, adulterated, and purposely mislabeled dietary supplements. A recent analysis of SAMe supplements sold on Amazon found 20 of 24 failed potency tests. A man was arrested for selling counterfeit Pure Encapsulations products. A study from JAMA Network Open found that half of immune products analyzed from Amazon had labels that did not match the contents. Know your supplier! | |
Have a happy, healthy day! Steve and Bonnie Minsky | |
- Paid Member Content
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WC Feature: Skin Update
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Did You Know? Meds: Statin Alternative
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Genetics Update: Zinc
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Brand Buzz: Quail Eggs
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Understanding Lab Tests: New Cardiac Marker for Women
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Green Lifestyle: Looking at the Natural World
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Wild Card: Dysmenorrhea
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eInspire: Hippocrates
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Action Plan of the Month: Superfoods for a Super You
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- Free Member Content
- Did You Know?
- Life Quantity With Quality
- January 20% OFF Sale
- Pure Genomics
- Watch: Mindful Walking
- Loyalty Program
- Well Connect Member Benefits
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Life Quantity With Quality | | |
Steve: A study from The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition shows us yet again that aspiring to longevity with quality of life is attainable when we adhere to optimal lifestyle habits.
The study examined an estimated increase in life expectancy among a group of 276,132 veterans starting at age 40 with complete data on 8 lifestyle factors:
- Never smoking
- Consistent physical activity
- No excessive alcohol consumption
- Restorative sleep
- Good nutrition
- Stress management
- Social connections
- No opioid use disorder
On the basis of 1.12 million person-years of follow-up, among veterans who adopted all 8 lifestyle factors, the difference in life expectancy was 24.0 more years for male veterans (average lifespan of 87 years) and 20.5 years for female veterans (average lifespan 87.5 years) when compared to veterans who adhered to none of the lifestyle factors.
Thus, there was a significantly lower risk of premature mortality and an estimated prolonged life expectancy. Lifespan increased incrementally as the number of lifestyle factors veterans adhered to increased.
While this is a subgroup of the population that has more impetus to make optimal lifestyle choices because of the stressors of military service, it still shows how optimizing your lifestyle habits can have incredible results.
The wonderful thing is that I can serve all of your lifestyle habit needs!
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*Use password discount2018 at Guest Area to access pricing
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How We Stack Up vs Online Retailers | | |
Amazon 48.40 (120 tabs)
Nutritional Concepts 32.78
Savings: 15.62!!
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Amazon 69.95 (30 tabs)
Nutritional Concepts 51.96
Savings: 17.99!!
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Amazon 45.20 (60 caps)
Nutritional Concepts 30.86
Savings: 14.34!!
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While we only used Amazon as an example, we found similar price disparities with many online retailers. We are authorized retailers of all of our brands while many online retailers are not. Our supplements come directly from the manufacturer and never encounter a third of fourth party. | |
PureInsight (formerly Genomics) | | |
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PureInsight (formerly Genomics) harnesses the science of nutrigenomics so you can understand the relationship between your genes, nutrition, and wellness at the deepest level. Covering 72 genes in 11 trait categories, we've used Pure Insight since 2015 to help clients live longer with better quality of life. | |
How to Get Started
- Order a genetic kit directly from 23andMe.com or Ancestry.com and send back your saliva specimen.
- When your results are ready, request that we set up a PureInsight account for you. We just need your full name, email address, and date of birth.
- You will receive an email invitation from PureInsight with a link to set up your account and instructions for how to upload 23andMe or Ancestry data.
- You will receive a confirmation from PureInsight when your report is ready and we can then set up an appointment to go over your results.
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What Is a Paid NCI Well Connect Membership? | | |
Twice Weekly eNewsletters with Tons of Extra Content
Long-form issues on Mondays and Wednesdays address all aspects of wellness including nutrition, mental and emotional health, physical activity, cooking, brand awareness, dietary supplements, medical breakthroughs, and much more.
Members Only Archives
Only paid members have exclusive, password protected access to our 48 title Action Plan Library, Natural Foods Shopping List (updated quarterly), and the most recent 100 issues of our email newsletter.
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NCI Well Rewards are simple: 1 point for $1 spent on products.
How to Claim Your Well Rewards
We keep track of your points automatically. Discounts are automatically applied to your orders or you will be sent a promo code if you order online.
250 points = $5 off
500 = $10
750 = $10
1000 = $15
1500 = $15
2000 = $15
2500 = $20
Each 1000 thereafter = $25
Rewards can only be applied to dietary supplements. NCI Well Rewards start January 1 and ends December 31 of the same calendar year. We reserve the right to alter or cancel this offer at any time.
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January Action Plan -
Superfoods for a Super You
| Our 48 title Action Plan Library is available to paid NCI Well Connect Members at this page (enter password) or free subscribers can individually purchase. | | | |
*If you prefer to call in or email your orders, continue to do so. Whatever is convenient and comfortable is what we want for you.
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There are two passwords returning customers need to have.
- Password to log into your account. This is the password you entered when you first registered at our site. Only you know this password.
- Password to get past the "Guest Area" firewall: discount2018. The password will always be discount2018 unless we notify you.
3 Options for Fulfilling Your Order at The Wellness Shop
- Place your order to be shipped.
- Place your order for pickup at our office.
- Place your order online but pay offline by calling in your credit card info.
Pay for Appointments
Pay for your appointment directly from our wellness shop under Service Fees.
Self-Help Action Plans
Inexpensive self-help protocols covering myriad conditions. These do not replace individualized consultations. View all 48 titles under Action Plans.
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We appreciate your continued patronage and support.
Have a happy, healthy day.
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Bonnie, Steve, Lilo, Lori, Sharron, Cindy, Diana, Marisa and Janice | |
Nutritional Concepts Inc.
1535 Lake Cook Road, Suite 204
Northbrook, IL 60062
Phone 847-498-3422
Text 847-497-0902
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Hours Of Operation
Monday through Friday 9AM to 5PM
Saturday 9AM to 4PM
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