Social-Ize Your Health Podcast (™)
I just love a health and wellness story! I hope you do too. The whole idea of changing one’s life, healthily, truly resonates with me. As such, good health is to be shared, and if you are not there yet, it won’t be long before, as you join us on ‘Social-Ize Your Health.
Social-Ize Your Health is a monthly, Jamaica-based health and wellness podcast, exploring practical, science-informed topics related to everyday health, nutrition, fitness, skincare, and overall wellbeing. We will also provide you with the opportunity to share your health and wellness stories and a whole lot more! So, you can go healthy like you mean it!
Join me, Dr. Shelly Ann (not medically), a Researcher, Educator, Certified Nutrition Coach, and most importantly, a Health and Wellness Nut, as I explore the mentioned topics with you and have other candid conversations surrounding health and overall wellbeing. Just like that!
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Update: 🌿 Exciting news! The podcast episodes are now coming to you weekly, while still keeping the seasonal theme you love. I hope you’ll enjoy these bite-sized, healthful insights as we continue to Social-Ize our health together.
Catch you on the next episode — and as always, stay blessed!
Disclaimer:
This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to replace medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please consult your healthcare provider regarding any health concerns or before making changes to your health routine.
Social-Ize Your Health Podcast (™)
Supplements You Might Not Need… and Those You Might
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Walk into any pharmacy or scroll through social media, and you'll quickly discover that we are living in the age of supplements. From multivitamins and immune boosters to magnesium and detox products, the choices seem endless.
But do we really need all these supplements?
In this episode, we separate evidence from marketing and explore which supplements many healthy adults may not need and which ones certain people may benefit from.
Whether you're already taking supplements or simply curious about what's worth your money, this episode will help you make more informed decisions.
***You can find the full list of researched references and further readings below.
Main Discussion Points
- Why supplements have become so popular
- The difference between food and supplements
- The truth about detox supplements and cleanses
- Questions to ask before purchasing a supplement
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- All About Vitamins
- Why Minerals
- You're Sleeping...But Are You Resting?
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- Sleepmaxxing – Optimizing Sleep Like a Hacker
Resources/Freebies:
1. Helpful Blog Posts/Videos:
- A Complete Vitamins Overview
- Longevity habits from the world’s blue zones
- The Mediterranean Diet
- Video: Key Nutrients for a Healthy Diet
2. Almonds and Olivez Wellness Blog
Disclaimer:
The information shared in this episode is intended to provide general education about dietary supplements and should not be interpreted as personal medical or nutrition advice. Before starting, stopping, or changing any supplement regimen, please consult your healthcare provider.
References and Further Readings
- Bjelakovic G, Nikolova D, Gluud LL, Simonetti RG, Gluud C. Antioxidant supplements for prevention of mortality in healthy participants and patients with various diseases. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2012 Mar 14;2012(3): CD007176.
- Harvard School of Public Health (https://nutritionsource.hsph.harvard.edu/folic-acid/)
- Jacobs DR, Tapsell LC. Food synergy: the key to a healthy diet. Proc Nutr Soc. 2013 May;72(2):200-6.
- Manish A. Iron deficiency anemia: A global public health concern [Internet]. Int J Clin Biochem Res. 2024 [cited 2026 Jul 05];11(4):229-236.
- National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH).
- National Institutes of Health Office of Dietary Supplements (ODS).
- US Preventive Services Task Force. Vitamin, Mineral, and Multivitamin Supplementation to Prevent Cardiovascular Disease and Cancer: US Preventive Services Task Force Recommendation Statement. JAMA. 2022;327(23):2326–2333.
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