Healthy Choices

Ray Solano

Healthy Choices is hosted by Ray Solano, Pharmacist, Certified Clinical Nutritionist and owner of PD Labs, a specialty compounding pharmacy. Each week, Ray talks about hot topics in the healthcare industry as well as interviews top practitioners in the industry. Ray's topics also include tips on diet, exercise, supplements and overall health. You won't want to miss this podcast!

  1. 25 MAR

    Is Your Home Making You Sick? The Hidden Truth About Mold

    In this episode of Healthy Choices, Ray Solano interviews environmental health specialist John Bohde to uncover the hidden dangers of mold exposure in homes. The conversation highlights how mold can trigger serious health issues such as respiratory problems, fatigue, headaches, and brain fog—often without homeowners realizing the source. John explains why traditional mold inspections frequently miss the root cause, emphasizing the need for a comprehensive, data-driven diagnostic approach. By using advanced testing methods—including air, surface, and cavity sampling—homeowners can better identify hidden moisture problems that lead to mold growth. The episode also explores safe and effective remediation strategies. John shares how non-toxic, enzyme-based and botanical treatments can break down mold and toxins without harmful chemicals, while also treating furniture, carpets, and even vehicles. Listeners will gain insight into prevention strategies, cost considerations, and why managing humidity is key to maintaining a healthy living environment. This episode is essential for homeowners, renters, and anyone experiencing unexplained health symptoms that could be linked to environmental exposure. - - - - - John Bohde is a nationally recognized mold investigator and environmental health specialist. He specializes in identifying hidden moisture sources, advanced mold diagnostics, and non-toxic remediation strategies that help restore safe living environments. - - - - - The Mold Pros Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.themoldpros.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/themoldprofessionals/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/themoldpros/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-mold-pros-inc/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaUbfEQ72pUwsLcE1n-y7kw⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - - - - - Healthy Choices Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/healthy-choices/id1203354304 Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/healthychoicesxm Website:https://pdlabsrx.com/healthy-choices-xm-podcast/?srsltid=AfmBOopKESuYBWUWhq5dXCl-dSDENotEyv_ZTlZTL5FFwXaf1K9eQUpA Follow me: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/healthychoicesxm/?hl=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/healthychoicesxm/ - - - - - PODCAST Thank you for listening. Please subscribe and share. This podcast is produced by DrTalks.com ⁠https://drtalks.com/podcast-service/

    27 min

  2. 24 FEB

    The Hidden Dangers of Neuropathy: Beyond Numbness

    Join Ray Solano and Dr. Alan Shih on Healthy Choices as they explore why neuropathy is often caused by nerve compression, how peripheral nerves can regenerate, and which therapies restore mobility and reduce fall risk. ---- Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/healthy-choices/id1203354304 Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/healthychoicesxm Website:https://pdlabsrx.com/healthy-choices-xm-podcast/?srsltid=AfmBOopKESuYBWUWhq5dXCl-dSDENotEyv_ZTlZTL5FFwXaf1K9eQUpA Follow me: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/healthychoicesxm/?hl=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/healthychoicesxm/ ---- PODCAST Thank you for listening. Please subscribe and share. This podcast is produced by DrTalks.com drtalks.com/podcast-service/

    22 min

  3. 28 JAN

    Fracture Proof Your Bones: Why Bone Density Isn’t Enough

    Join Ray Solano and Dr. John Neustadt on Healthy Choices as they explore why fracture prevention—not DEXA scores—should guide osteoporosis care, and how protein, hormones, and clinical-trial-backed nutrients strengthen bones. ---- www.linkedin.com/in/ray-solano-76960463 www.instagram.com/pdlabs/ open.spotify.com/show/78tLVSbC28VnDbpw2SqiEg podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/heal…es/id1203354304 www.iheart.com/podcast/256-healt…choices-31040306/ ---- PODCAST Thank you for listening. Please subscribe and share. This podcast is produced by DrTalks.com drtalks.com/podcast-service/

    44 min

  4. 31/12/2025

    Metabolic Reset & Gut Repair: The Longevity Approach That Works

    Join Ray Solano and Dr. Blane Mire on Healthy Choices, Dr. Talks, as they explore longevity medicine, inflammation testing, GLP-1 therapy, and gut-health strategies that help patients move beyond symptom treatment to true healing. ---- In this episode of Healthy Choices, Ray Solano sits down with Dr. Blane Mire to discuss the limitations of the conventional medical model and the powerful impact of longevity medicine. They cover the importance of early inflammation markers, nutrient optimization, gut health testing, and the safe, guided use of GLP-1 medications to improve insulin sensitivity, weight, and whole-body inflammation. Listeners will learn how foundational lifestyle changes and simple lab-guided interventions can prevent chronic disease, improve autoimmune conditions, and empower patients to take control of their long-term health. ---- Dr. Blane Mire is an internal medicine physician turned longevity and integrative medicine specialist. After decades in the traditional, insurance-based system, he transitioned to a proactive approach focused on root causes, prevention, gut health, metabolic optimization, and personalized care. ---- www.linkedin.com/in/ray-solano-76960463 www.instagram.com/pdlabs/ open.spotify.com/show/78tLVSbC28VnDbpw2SqiEg podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/heal…es/id1203354304 www.iheart.com/podcast/256-healt…choices-31040306/ ---- PODCAST Thank you for listening. Please subscribe and share. This podcast is produced by DrTalks.com drtalks.com/podcast-service/

    29 min

  5. 03/12/2025

    Unlocking Peak Performance: The Functional Medicine Edge for Athletes

    Join Ray Solano and Dr. Daniel Chille on Healthy Choices, Dr. Talks to uncover how functional medicine, lab testing, and recovery-focused strategies help athletes avoid burnout and reach peak performance. ---- In this week’s episode of Healthy Choices, Dr. Talks, I had the pleasure of talking with Dr. Daniel Chille about how functional medicine can help athletes and high performers reach their full potential. Dr. Chille explains why overtraining can damage immunity and hormone balance, and how lab testing can reveal early warning signs before they turn into serious issues. We also discuss the importance of rest, sleep, nutrition, and targeted supplementation to support recovery and performance. This episode provides practical, science-based insights that can help anyone—from elite athletes to weekend warriors—optimize their health and reach new performance heights. ---- Dr. Daniel Chille is a board-certified functional medicine practitioner who helps athletes and high performers uncover the root causes of chronic symptoms, optimize recovery, and achieve peak performance safely. His approach integrates lab testing, nutrition, lifestyle, and supplementation strategies for lasting results. Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6jIoJwt9smao12ZIFomz26 Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tbd-fit/id1843368147 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tbdfit/ ---- www.linkedin.com/in/ray-solano-76960463 www.instagram.com/pdlabs/ open.spotify.com/show/78tLVSbC28VnDbpw2SqiEg podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/heal…es/id1203354304 www.iheart.com/podcast/256-healt…choices-31040306/ ---- PODCAST Thank you for listening. Please subscribe and share. This podcast is produced by DrTalks.com drtalks.com/podcast-service/

    29 min

  6. 05/11/2025

    The Hidden Truth About Mold: Simple Steps to a Healthier Home

    Join Ray Solano and mold expert John Banta on Healthy Choices, Dr. Talks to uncover how water, not mold, drives contamination—and how simple cleaning and prevention steps can restore a healthier home. ---- In this week’s episode of Healthy Choices, Dr. Talks, I had the pleasure of talking with John Banta, author of Mold Controlled, about the right way to identify, clean, and prevent mold in our homes. John breaks down what mold really is—and why it’s not always the villain we think it is. The real culprit is water damage. When moisture meets organic materials like drywall or wood, mold naturally starts to grow. The goal isn’t to live in a sterile space—it’s to keep our environments dry and manageable. He also shares why you should never rely on “killing” mold with harsh chemicals or ozone. Instead, physical removal using simple detergent and microfiber cloths is the safest and most effective approach. We also talk about how to know when an item can be cleaned or should be discarded, and how to spot the warning signs of hidden leaks or condensation before they cause problems. This episode is all about empowering you with practical, science-based tools to make your home—and your body—healthier, step by step. ---- John Banta is a certified mold consultant, environmental health specialist, and author of Mold Controlled: A Guide to Finding, Fixing, and Preventing Mold Problems in Homes. His mission is to help families and professionals understand the science of mold—so they can address it calmly, safely, and effectively. ---- www.linkedin.com/in/ray-solano-76960463 www.instagram.com/pdlabs/ open.spotify.com/show/78tLVSbC28VnDbpw2SqiEg podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/heal…es/id1203354304 www.iheart.com/podcast/256-healt…choices-31040306/ ---- PODCAST Thank you for listening. Please subscribe and share. This podcast is produced by DrTalks.com drtalks.com/podcast-service/

    31 min

  7. 12/10/2025

    Ray's Healthy Tidbit about your immune system Episode 252

    Ray's Healthy Tidbit about your immune system Episode 252

    1 min

  8. 08/10/2025

    What’s Really Driving “Metabolic Chaos”? A Functional Medicine Deep Dive with Dr. Tyler Hartmann

    Join Ray Solano and Dr. Tyler Hartmann, PharmD, on Healthy Choices, Dr. Talks to uncover how “metabolic chaos” disrupts health—and how functional medicine restores balance for lasting results. ---- In this week’s episode of Healthy Choices, Dr. Talks, I had the pleasure of talking with Dr. Tyler Hartmann, PharmD, about what he calls “metabolic chaos.” If you’ve been chasing symptoms without answers, this conversation is for you. We dive into how the body’s systems are connected, why dysfunction doesn’t come from just one cause, and how Dr. Hartmann’s three-pillar approach—lab testing, individualized protocols, and one-on-one support—helps patients finally get results. He also shares case studies that show how identifying the real culprits (like parasites, stress, or toxicity) can change everything. Most importantly, you’ll hear why quick fixes like weight-loss drugs often fall short, and how sustainable wellness comes from living the DRESS framework: Diet, Rest, Exercise, Stress reduction, and Supplementation. ---- Dr. Tyler Hartmann, PharmD, is a pharmacist and the CEO of OptiHealth Diagnostics, a nationwide virtual practice. His mission is to help patients move beyond symptom management by uncovering and correcting the root causes of “metabolic chaos.” ---- www.linkedin.com/in/ray-solano-76960463 www.instagram.com/pdlabs/ open.spotify.com/show/78tLVSbC28VnDbpw2SqiEg podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/heal…es/id1203354304 www.iheart.com/podcast/256-healt…choices-31040306/ ---- PODCAST Thank you for listening. Please subscribe and share. This podcast is produced by DrTalks.com drtalks.com/podcast-service/

    28 min
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Healthy Choices is hosted by Ray Solano, Pharmacist, Certified Clinical Nutritionist and owner of PD Labs, a specialty compounding pharmacy. Each week, Ray talks about hot topics in the healthcare industry as well as interviews top practitioners in the industry. Ray's topics also include tips on diet, exercise, supplements and overall health. You won't want to miss this podcast!

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  • Creator
    Ray Solano
  • Years Active
    2017 - 2026
  • Episodes
    366
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © All rights reserved
  • Show Website
    Healthy Choices

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