Herbal Answers® with Nan

Send us Fan Mail This week, the Supplement Super Sleuth has TONS of natural products news and research to share. In our Naturals in the News segment, Nan focuses in on: -The long term mortality rates associated with head injuries -How amla extract can help support our bodies -The long term consequences of insufficient sleep in teenagers -How beet juice can increase your muscle strength -How walkin...

Send us Fan Mail This week, the Supplement Super Sleuth wants to bring a little sunshine back into your life. Join Nan as she dives deep into the healing magic of St. John's Wort. Our Favorite Things focuses on the many therapeutic uses of St. John's Wort over the years- specifically as a mood supporter. St John's Wort Recommendations Here are my picks for both internal and topical S...

Send us Fan Mail Does the winter months have your skin looking dry and dull? Join the Supplement Super Sleuth for natural remedies to help refresh your skin... This week in our Naturals in the News segment, the Supplement Super Sleuth takes a look at green mandarin and pomegranate extract and its ability to improve skin wrinkles, the role neroli essential oil may play in anxiety and pain relief in...

Send us Fan Mail Do you exercise to eat whatever you want? Join the Supplement Super Sleuth to find out if that works... or not. Naturals in the News shares how a combination of Hibiscus and Lemon Verbena can help you meet your weight loss goals for 2023 and the 7 benefits of Milk Thistle's detoxification powers. This week in our segment of Our Favorite Things, learn how lemon balm tea can as...

Send us Fan Mail Happy New Year! The sleuths are here to ring in 2023 with a packed episode, including Tom's unique experiences taking care of bees and the latest on the FDA. Check out the full breakdown: In Naturals in the News, we talk about the incredible benefits of Honey; the issue with lapses in FDA inspections of clinical trials; how SARS CoV2 can trigger latent infections to re-emerge...

Send us Fan Mail To closeout to the first year of the podcast, Nan and Tom focus on a super-sized Naturals in the News and share studies on some of their favorite topics: Healthy vs. Bad Sugars; Bad press on Turmeric; A fascinating study on the microbiome and its relationship to Rheumatoid arthritis; the benefits of Nasal Irrigation and Olive leaf for CoV2 and risk reduction and symptom support; P...

Send us Fan Mail As we close in on ONE YEAR of podcasting, Tom and Nan share some of their favorite herbs and some eye-opening research in the natural products industry: In Naturals in the News, we focus in on the benefits of Omega 3 fatty acids in midlife; the powerful effects of Acai berries on vascular health; how pycnogenol has been studied for ADHD compared to stimulants; research on how wome...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome, friends! We have a packed show this week, including a giant Naturals in the News followed by an interview with Mimi Hernandez from the American Herbalists Guild! Learn more about the AHG in the links below. Check out the full breakdown: For Naturals in the News, we focus on "Let Food be Thy Medicine" by highlighting the benefits of celery, artichoke, green tea,...

Send us Fan Mail This week, Tom and Nan have TONS of natural products news and research to share, including the return of Our Favorite Things! But first, this packed edition of Naturals in the News has some terrific insights, including: -Find out if weight lifting really does help seniors with muscle wasting and bone strength. -How beetroot juice provides phytochemicals that reduce blood pressure...

Send us Fan Mail In the finale of our 3-part series on sleep, Tom and Nan present some of their favorite natural sleep solutions. Check out the full breakdown below: In the finale of our 3-part series on sleep, Tom and Nan present some of their favorite natural sleep solutions. Check out the full breakdown below: In Naturals in the News, we talk about how exercise might help Diabetics spare their...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome back to our three-part series all about sleep. This time, Tom and Nan talk about sleep hygiene... and all the obstacles that could be standing between you and the rest you need. How many pillows is too many? Does background noise really help you get better rest? We tackle these questions and more, this week! Full breakdown: In Naturals in the News, we share shocking findin...

Send us Fan Mail Sleep is the best medicine. This week, Tom and Nan kick off a three-part series all about the impact of sleep on your overall health. Tune in as they break down the impacts of unhealthy sleep habits on nearly every aspect of life, from weight loss to your ability to learn. Check out the full episode breakdown below: In Naturals in the News, we focus on Mustard and Oats as Food is...

Send us Fan Mail This week, Tom & Nan are joined by returning guest Dr. Daniel Fabricant to discuss the ongoing regulatory struggles affecting the natural products industry. Today's conversation takes us through the opioid epidemic and it's far-reaching effects, some of the challenges facing natural product retailers, and how you can make your voice heard on issues of health and nutr...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to our ACED series finale! This week, we conclude our 3-part series with a special discussion about some of our most essential vitamins: C & E. Find out everything you need to know about the benefits, sources, and research behind these critical vitamins. Check out our full show breakdown below: Today, our Naturals in News covers Ginseng for fatigue, the use of licorice...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome back! This week, our ACED series continues with a special discussion all about Vitamin D. Nan leads a compelling talk about the benefits - and, most importantly, the sources - of Vitamin D as part of a balanced lifestyle. Check out the full episode breakdown below: In Naturals in the News, we talk about two exciting headlines on Psyillocybin -related to depression and end...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome, friends! This week, we're kicking off our ACED Series - where we'll be exploring the vital (and highly underrated) Vitamins A, C, E, & D.  From lungs to liver, and digestion to vision, Vitamin A is essential. But what is it? Do you need to take a Vitamin A supplement, or can you get all the A you need through dietary choices? Tom & Nan have the answers....

Send us Fan Mail Steve Lankford, whose Health Quest Podcast spans more than twenty years and upwards of 400 episodes, is one of the natural product industry's most outspoken voices. From starting in retail during the early days of the health food industry, to becoming an early adopter in streaming and podcasting, Steve's commitment to education is simply outstanding. Now, he joins Tom &a...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome back! This week, in our Naturals in the News, we take a look at the gut microbiome and its potential effect on skin cancer, the Baobab tree and its potential sustainable and ecologically sound type of fiber, the use of green papaya for long life in Costa Rica and the Scalzo Institute's pledge to scientifically study herbs. For Our Favorite Things, Tom shares about the...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Part 2 of our discussion on men's sexual health! In Naturals in the News, we mention plant remedies for UV protection, Saffron for mood and the potential dangers of taking too much of one supplement. In Naturals in the Know, Tom Dadant shares the herbal helpers for Men's Sexual Health, a continuation of the conversation from Episode #10. Join us in this revela...

Send us Fan Mail Is mouthwash affecting your circulation? This week, Tom and Nancy present a very special Naturals in the News, with insights on mouthwash, tumeric and frankinscence for pain, capsacian for support cancer treatment and pain and cannabis and research for cancer. In our Favorite Things, we cover the amino acid L-Tyrosine and Ashwagandha's incredible health benefits. Thanks for l...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome back! This week, Tom and Nan bring you exciting developments in the natural products industry - including taking cranberry for cardiovascular health and Nettles for BPH and osteoarthritis - in Naturals in the News. Then, Tom leads a very special Naturals in the Know discussion, focusing on Men's Sexual Health and how to stay virile and young over your lifetime. Lastly...

Send us Fan Mail Are microalgae a green alternative to palm oils? Can elderberry extracts stop the replication of SARS-CoV-2 in vitro? What are the consequences of the overuse of antibiotics in women? This week, Tom and Nan break down huge news in the natural products industry in a packed Naturals in the Know segment. Then, they welcome special guest Erik Goldman and talk about the history of his...

Send us Fan Mail In this industry-focused episode, Naturals in the News examines a new form of Vitamin B1, an in depth look at the research on Krill oil for cardiovascular health and returned to the conversation about the ruling of NAC through the FDA. Our Naturals in the Know is a delightful interview with Doug Wallace, owner of a health food store in Santa Cruz California who downsized from work...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we dive into the changes coming to the natural products industry with podcast host and natural products broker Rob Seeman. Starting with Naturals in the News, we discuss the changes in labeling regarding GMO's, the return of a whole food sugar called Jaggery, and research on lemon verbena and hibisucs for promotion of satiety. Then, our guest is Rob Seeman of...

Send us Fan Mail In today's episode, Tom and Nan take a deeper look into Ticks and Tick Borne diseases during Naturals in the News. Their very special guest today is Dr. Arthur Gertler, who has specialized in integrative approaches to Lyme Disease for over 15 years. He has been a board certified Gastroenterologist and Internist for over 40 years and now has a Lyme focused practice in Natick M...