Dr. Joel Wallach answers live caller questions on bladder cancer, bloating, inflammation, chest pains and headaches in this episode of the Dead Doctors Don’t Lie radio show. Below you can watch the video, listen to the audio, and read a plain-English summary of what Dr. Wallach says about each caller’s situation.
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Watch: Dr. Joel Wallach Answers Callers
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Episode Timestamps
- 0:00 Intro: InfoHealth News & disclaimer
- 0:51 Why we’re missing nutrients: depleted soil & modern diets
- 2:34 Dr. Joel Wallach’s 90 essential nutrients explained
- 3:38 Youngevity Healthy Body Packs & health quiz
- 4:42 Caller: friend diagnosed with bladder cancer
- 6:50 Dr. Wallach on bad foods to avoid & immune support
- 8:37 Youngevity collagen morning routine
- 9:10 Caller: bloating, shortness of breath & gluten intolerance
- 12:43 Youngevity Ultimate Iron supplement review
- 13:41 Caller: chest pains, headaches & low blood sugar
- 18:00 Beyond Creatine for muscle strength & brain health
Why Dr. Wallach Says We’re Missing Nutrients
The episode opens with a familiar Wallach theme: many people eat well, stay active and avoid toxins, yet still struggle with weight gain, joint discomfort and digestive issues. The segment points to conventional farming that favors quantity and appearance over quality, leaving soils depleted of the minerals they once held. It cites research suggesting the nutrient content of many fruits and vegetables has dropped over the last generation, while diets heavy in sugar, unhealthy fats and processed foods add to the problem.
The 90 Essential Nutrients
Dr. Wallach believes the body needs 90 essential nutrients every day: 60 minerals, 16 vitamins, 12 amino acids and essential fatty acids. This idea is the foundation of the “90 for Life” approach. If you’re new to it, start with our overview of the Youngevity 90 for Life Healthy Body Start Pak.
Healthy Body Packs
The show explains that the Healthy Body Packs are built around those 90 nutrients, with plant-derived minerals and different packs for different goals. Listeners are encouraged to take a short health assessment to choose a pack.
Caller 1: A Friend Diagnosed with Bladder Cancer
The first caller’s friend is 55, about 165 pounds, and was recently told by an oncologist that he very likely has bladder cancer, with surgery and a biopsy already scheduled. The caller asked whether there was any better news.
Dr. Wallach says he doesn’t keep statistics on individual cancers, and that complications such as infections after surgery, chemotherapy and radiation are often the biggest concern because they can weaken the immune system. He doesn’t tell the caller to skip the treatment. His focus is on supporting the body alongside the medical team’s care.
Bad Foods and Immune Support
Dr. Wallach says the first step is getting rid of the “bad foods.” He names fried foods and processed meats with nitrates and nitrites. For the full list and simple replacements, see Dr. Wallach’s 10 Bad Foods and Good Foods: Simple Swaps List.
Beyond the 90 essentials, he suggests two Healthy Brain and Heart Packs a month at the full dose, plus BTT 2.0 and Beyond Tangy Tangerine 2.0 tablets to bring the ORAC (antioxidant) points to roughly 320,000–400,000 a day. He says he takes about 500,000 ORAC points a day for prevention. He believes the immune system is “your best friend” with any serious illness.
Collagen Morning Routine
A short segment covers adding a Youngevity collagen shot to a busy morning routine for skin and an energy boost.
Caller 2: Bloating, Shortness of Breath and Gluten Intolerance
Junior, 165 pounds, describes bloating and stomach trouble that got worse recently, especially around bowel movements, along with occasional shortness of breath. Dr. Wallach asks his usual screening questions about skin problems, breathing and siblings. Junior’s older sister was recently diagnosed with irritable bowel syndrome.
Based on that family history, Dr. Wallach believes Junior has an absorption problem tied to gluten intolerance. He recommends a strict gluten-free diet (no wheat, barley, rye or oats), no sugar, and two Healthy Brain and Heart Packs. Readers with similar digestive complaints may also like our posts on IBS and Dr. Joel Wallach and acid reflux.
Ultimate Iron
The next segment reviews Youngevity Ultimate Iron, which combines iron with folate and vitamin C to help absorption and is described as easy on the stomach.
Caller 3: Chest Pains, Headaches and Low Blood Sugar
Dave calls about a woman who is 5’2″ and about 165 pounds. She stopped taking Ocean’s Gold because she felt it gave her headaches, but she now has chest pain, trouble breathing properly, and headaches again.
Dr. Wallach says low blood sugar can often bring on headaches, and he agrees with the caller’s idea of the Healthy Blood Sugar Pack. He also mentions Gluco-Gel/glucogenics tablets at lunch, and Slender FX Rev under the tongue before meals for weight loss. Chest pain needs prompt medical attention, so anyone with these symptoms should see a doctor first. For related reading, see low energy and congestive heart failure with Dr. Wallach.
Beyond Creatine
The episode closes with Beyond Creatine, a cherry punch drink with creatine, amino acids and D-ribose meant to support muscle strength, exercise recovery and brain function.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Dr. Wallach say about bladder cancer?
He says complications from infections and treatment are often the main concern, and he focuses on cutting bad foods and supporting the immune system with the 90 essential nutrients and antioxidants alongside medical care. He does not claim any product treats cancer.
What does Dr. Wallach believe causes bloating?
For this caller, he believes gluten intolerance is the likely cause, based on the family history of IBS. He recommends a gluten-free, sugar-free diet.
Can low blood sugar cause headaches?
Dr. Wallach says low blood sugar can often bring on headaches. Chest pain is different, so always get chest pain checked by a doctor right away.
What are the 90 essential nutrients?
Dr. Wallach says they are 60 minerals, 16 vitamins, 12 amino acids and essential fatty acids.
Where can I hear more shows?
Visit our Dead Doctors Don’t Lie Radio Show guide for more episodes.
Questions? Call (800) 212-2613 or visit InfoHealth News.
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This content is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Always see your doctor about chest pain or any serious symptom.
