Fredrickson Health Solutions

04/12/2026

Great dinner in West Palm Beach with two integrative pharmacist legends, and .emlahtubuo

Pretty incredible to see how far integrative medicine has come from where it started. We are seeing a shift into healthcare evolving into true whole-person care with better access for patients, and more efficiency for providers.

Healthcare is beginning to transform- and we’re just getting started!

02/25/2026

Think you might be low on magnesium? 🧠💪 Fatigue, cramps, trouble sleeping, or even mood swings could be signs. While testing and identifying signs helps you find out if you’re deficient, staying in balance is a whole other story. Excited to share some of the work I did writing Magnesium Answers was even cited in a 2025 research paper in the Journal of Nutrients! 📚

Learn how to keep your magnesium levels balanced for life—check out Magnesium Answers-available on Amazon!

02/11/2026

Vitamin C is often thought of only as an immune nutrient, but its role in stress physiology is frequently overlooked.

Vitamin C is water-soluble, meaning many traditional forms are rapidly excreted.
Newer liposomal formulations allow vitamin C to remain in circulation longer, improving tissue availability during periods of increased demand.

In a clinical study of 69 women with functional hypercortisolemia due to chronic stress, researchers evaluated the effects of 1,000 mg daily oral ascorbic acid (vitamin C) over a 2-month period. Participants had elevated cortisol and/or DHEA-S levels and were divided into treated and untreated subgroups.

After 2 months of vitamin C supplementation:
• Cortisol levels significantly decreased in women with elevated cortisol
• DHEA-S levels declined closer to normal ranges
• No significant hormone changes were observed in untreated groups
Study link👉PMID:38010274

In addition to immune "boosting" properties-Vitamin C also serves as a key cofactor for collagen synthesis, influencing connective tissue health, vascular integrity, and recovery.

While vitamin C is generally easier to obtain from food compared to other nutrients, chronic stress increases utilization and accelerates depletion. In stressed individuals, supplementation may be beneficial — even when dietary intake appears sufficient.

Sometimes simple foundational nutrients can create big health shifts!

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02/02/2026

🧠 New Study Spotlight: Magnesium L-Threonate (Magtein®) & Brain Health

A new randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial examined the effects of Magnesium L-threonate (Magtein®) on cognition and sleep in adults with self-reported poor sleep.

Study highlights:
• 100 adults (ages 18–45)
• 2 g daily of Magtein® vs placebo for 6 weeks
• Participants reported dissatisfied sleep

Key findings compared to placebo:
✔️ Improved overall cognitive performance (NIH Total Cognition Composite, p = 0.043)
✔️ Larger effects on working memory & episodic memory
✔️ 7.5-year reduction in estimated brain cognitive age
✔️ Faster reaction time
✔️ Improvements in HR and HRV
✔️ Subjective sleep improvements (even when objective sleep metrics didn’t fully change)

💭 My thoughts:
While this study didn’t compare Magtein® to other forms of magnesium (only placebo), the findings are still highly meaningful—especially when we’re talking about aging brains, cognitive resilience, and reversing “brain age.”

Magnesium plays a foundational role in synaptic signaling, neuroplasticity, and nervous system regulation. Seeing improvements in cognition and estimated brain age further reinforces why not all magnesium forms are created equal, and why form matters depending on the clinical goal.

📘 If you want to go deeper:
I break down the different forms of magnesium, what they do, and how to choose the right one in my book Magnesium Answers, available now on Amazon. It’s designed to help you make sense of the confusion and use magnesium strategically—not randomly.

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12/16/2025

🧪 Annual labs are a starting point.
Functional labs show what’s really going on under the hood.

Most routine blood work is designed to catch disease after it shows up.
At Fredrickson Health Solutions and WellShift, we use more in-depth, strategic lab testing to spot issues earlier — before they turn into symptoms or diagnoses.

🔍 What advanced lab work can reveal:
• Hidden micronutrient deficiencies (magnesium, iron, B vitamins, vitamin D)
• Hormone imbalances impacting energy, weight, sleep, mood, and performance
• Early markers of inflammation, insulin resistance, and cardiometabolic risk
• Thyroid patterns that may be “normal” on paper but not optimal for how you feel

📊 Normal ranges aren’t the same as optimal ranges.
Conventional labs use broad population averages.
We interpret labs through a functional lens, focusing on prevention, performance, and long-term health.

🧪 Basic annual labs are important — but they don’t tell the whole story.
Custom panels help us build a clearer roadmap for your health now and in the future.

🛠️ Prevention is always easier than repair.

👇 Comment “LABS” and we’ll send you details on what a personalized blood work panel may look like through Fredrickson Health Solutions or WellShift.

11/27/2025

🍁 Happy Thanksgiving from Fredrickson Health Solutions! 🍽️

Today is a day for gratitude, connection, and enjoying good food with the people you love. 🙌
So don’t stress about the scale or the calories — one meal won’t undo your progress. Your body is resilient, your habits are strong, and you deserve to enjoy the day fully.

🧡 Friendly Tips (without restriction):

✔ Don’t restrict your favorites. Enjoy them guilt-free.
✔ Take a family walk after dinner — it’s great for digestion & keeping blood sugar steady.
✔ Stay hydrated throughout the day.
✔ Support your gut & blood sugar if needed:
• Digestive enzymes (help break down heavier meals)
• Berberine or Alpha-Lipoic Acid (can support healthy blood sugar response)

But most importantly… be present, laugh a little more, and soak in the moments that matter.

🍂 From our family at Fredrickson Health Solutions — we’re thankful for you!
👣 Enjoy today. Get back into routine tomorrow.
✨ One day won’t derail your progress.

Happy Thanksgiving! 🦃🧡

11/26/2025

Stress doesn’t just affect your mood — it drains your minerals.

🧠 Chronic stress depletes magnesium
💥 Low magnesium makes stress worse
🔁 Then your body dumps even more through the kidneys

It becomes a loop 🔁
Stress drains magnesium → low magnesium amplifies stress.

To break the stress depleting magnesium cycle- try this 👇
🥑 Eat magnesium-rich foods
🌿 Actively manage stress (breathing, movement, sleep routine)
💊 Some people benefit from a short magnesium “loading phase” (slightly higher dose spread out daily, for 2–4 weeks to restore levels)

📘 Search Magnesium Answers on Amazon (great gift 😉)

🔗 For professional-grade supplements, click the link in my bio.

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— Dr. Robert Fredrickson

11/26/2025

Feeling stressed for “no reason”?
Tension, restless sleep, anxiety that won’t chill out?

It might not just be stress — it could be low magnesium.

Here’s what most people never hear:
📉 Chronic stress depletes magnesium
📉 Low magnesium makes stress worse
➡️ Then your body dumps even more magnesium through your kidneys

It creates a loop:
Stress drains magnesium → low magnesium amplifies stress.

So how do we break the stress depleting magnesium cycle?

1) Start With Food Sources

Build magnesium into every day by prioritizing:

🥑 Avocado
🥬 Spinach & leafy greens
🫘 Black beans, lentils
🍫 Dark chocolate (70%+)
🥜 Almonds, cashews, pumpkin seeds
🐟 Wild salmon
🌾 Whole grains (oats, quinoa)

Aim to pair these with protein + healthy fats for stable blood sugar, which reduces stress hormone spikes.

2) Balance Your Stress Response Naturally

Simple daily habits can dramatically reduce magnesium loss:

🌿 10 minutes of deep breathing (lowers cortisol)
🚶‍♂️ Weighted walking or strength training (not excessive cardio)
☀️ Morning light exposure (hormone balance & sleep quality)
📱 Digital boundaries (less stimulation → calmer brain)

Small consistent habits = big changes in stress chemistry.

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3) Consider Supplementing (If Needed)

Food + lifestyle first.
But if you’re already depleted, supplements can speed results — especially for:

😴 Sleep support
😌 Anxiety & tension
💪 Muscle recovery
🧠 Cognitive performance
🔥 High-stress lifestyles

Quality matters — different forms do different jobs, and not all products are created equal.

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A Helpful Resource

📘 Search “Magnesium Answers” on Amazon
(Also makes an awesome Christmas gift 😉)

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Important note

Even though the book is on Amazon, many supplements there are not properly tested.
That’s why I only recommend professional-grade companies that are:

🔹 Clinically trusted
🔹 Third-party tested
🔹 Clinical doses based on studies

To access my favorite brands and my go-to magnesium protocols:

🔗 Click the link in my bio to visit our Fullscript store
✨ Automatic discounts + quality 3rd party tested products.

11/17/2025

A new week is another chance to make a small shift in the right direction.
Meal prep with purpose. Plan your workouts. Protect your peace and downtime.

These aren’t just habits — they’re signals to your body that you’re ready for better health.
When you stay consistent, your stress drops, your energy improves, and your labs start shifting in the right direction.

Make the shift. One week at a time.

05/02/2025

⚠️ Taking magnesium but still feel tired, crampy, or restless at night?
You might be using the wrong form for YOUR body.

Magnesium is involved in over 1000 processes in the body—but not all forms are created equal. Some energize, some relax, some just… don’t absorb well at all.

🎯 In this new post, I break down:
✅ Signs you’re taking the wrong magnesium
✅ The best forms for brain, body, and belly
✅ What to do if your supplement isn’t working
✅ Tips to troubleshoot and fine-tune your routine

Supplements help, but diet, stress, and timing matter too. Let’s simplify the confusion so your magnesium actually works.

📘 Want to go deeper? Check out my book Magnesium Answers for more tools, research, and real-life solutions. Available on Amazon!

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04/07/2025

Managing Stress is Key to Having Optimal Magnesium Levels

Stress is an inevitable part of life—but did you know it directly impacts your magnesium levels?

📉 Chronic stress depletes magnesium
📈 Low magnesium makes your body more vulnerable to stress

This creates a vicious cycle—and with up to 68% of Americans already deficient, magnesium balance is more important than ever. It’s not just about taking any supplement; it’s about choosing the right one to help your body stay resilient and well.

Here are a few ways to support stress + magnesium balance naturally:

🧘‍♂️ Practice Mindfulness
Meditation, yoga, and breathwork help calm the nervous system.

🏃 Exercise Regularly
Movement releases endorphins and improves magnesium efficiency.

😴 Prioritize Sleep
Magnesium supports deeper, more restorative sleep.

🥬 Eat Magnesium-Rich Foods
Think leafy greens, nuts, seeds, and more whole and less ultra processed foods.

💊 Choose the Right Magnesium Supplement
Magnesium bisglycinate is one of the best all around choices—it’s highly absorbable, gentle on the stomach, and supports stress reduction, relaxation, and sleep. Perfect for Type A personalities and those running on adrenaline.

👉 TIP: Try 200–300mg of magnesium bisglycinate about 30–60 minutes before bed to help you wind down and sleep better.

Need access to medical-grade magnesium supplements you can trust?

🛒 Link in Bio to some of my favorite high quality truly chelated magnesium products.

📘 Want the full deep dive?
Check out my book, Magnesium Answers on Amazon—there’s an entire chapter dedicated to stress and magnesium balance, and protocols to help you manage both.
🔗 Buy Magnesium Answers on Amazon- Search Magnesium Answers Book-it should pop up 🤝

04/04/2025

Magnesium: The Missing Link in Health & Performance

Did you know that it is estimated that 75% of people are deficient in magnesium—a mineral responsible for more than 1,000 biochemical reactions in the body? In my latest conversation on the Health Is A Skill podcast with Todd Vande Hei, we unpacked why magnesium is essential for:

✅ Energy production & muscle recovery
✅ Blood pressure & cardiovascular health
✅ Sleep quality & stress resilience
✅ Nervous system balance & anxiety management

We also covered:
🔹 How modern diets and stress contribute to magnesium depletion
🔹 The best (and worst) forms of magnesium supplements
🔹 Why gut health impacts magnesium absorption
🔹 How medications can deplete magnesium—and why replenishing it is key
🔹 Why Type A personalities—the go-getters always on the move—burn through magnesium faster and may need more to keep stress, sleep, and energy in check

I went fast in this episode and packed a ton of information into 30 minutes on the benefits of magnesium. If you’re looking for a quick reference on magnesium, take a listen!

🎧 Listen now: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/magnesiums-critical-role-in-health-performance-with-dr/id1758369302?i=1000689608013

Let me know your biggest takeaway in the comments!

Podcast Episode · Health Is A Skill with Todd Vande Hei · 02/06/2025 · 32m