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NCI Well Connect
September 22, 2025
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Greetings,
DID YOU KNOW that intake of fruits and vegetables known to have high-pesticide contamination in the United States food supply is related to lower sperm counts? The same researchers who discovered this examined markers of ovarian reserve among reproductive-aged females.
The study from The Journal of Nutrition found that high-pesticide residue fruit and vegetable intake was linked to lower ovarian reserve among females without a history of infertility treatment.
Thus, eating organic produce whenever possible is preferred for optimal fertility.
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Product Update
Metagenics changed the name for Zinlori 75.
Zinc Carnosine Complex is a unique zinc source that provides absorbable zinc, and has been shown to minimize acid reflux symptoms and reduce H.Pylori bacteria in the stomach.
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We Are Moving January 1, 2026!
We've been in the same suite since 1998 and it's time for fresh start. Don't worry, it's only 1.2 miles away and still off Lake Cook Road in Northbrook. We'll be so excited to greet you in our new home! More details to come over the next few months :)
What Does Steve Minsky MS, HWC Do?
As a Health and Wellness Counselor, Steve evaluates the whole person. While an internist may prescribe meds, procedures, and specialists, Steve evaluates and optimizes your eating style and habits, supplements, physical activity, sleep, stress, and more. His empathy and ability to make the complex understandable sets him apart. Required Materials to Make an Appointment With Steve | Case Studies
Thermography Screening at Nutritional Concepts - Friday, October 17th
For those interested in an upper torso or whole body thermography scan, please book your session by emailing: illinoisthermography@gmail.com (tell Eniko you would like to schedule your thermography scan at Nutritional Concepts on Friday, October 17th. She will get back to you with times available, type of scan; openings are limited and first come first serve). To find out more about thermography, please read the following.
40th Anniversary Timeline and Tribute
It started out with humble beginnings. When Bonnie finished her masters degrees, the general public's opinion of nutrition was tepid to say the least. Some people close to her openly laughed at the preposterous notion that this would be her career. No matter. In 1985, Nutritional Concepts was incorporated (story continues at this page).
Metagenics, Nature's Way New Labels and Some Product Name Changes
Please note that Metagenics and Nature's Way have new label looks. While some product names have been changed, there have been no ingredient changes. We will leave the old names of these products with the new on our website for the foreseeable future.
Text Us If Convenient at (847) 497-0902
Text is the quickest way to communicate with us. Questions for Bonnie do not apply.
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Pet Wellness
Our dietary supplement line for dogs and cats, ThorneVet, has an impeccable reputation among veterinarians. Carolyn Martinelli "Coach Care" can answer your questions about ThorneVet pet supplements at nutroconpet@gmail.com. Please leave detailed contact information as well as the name, age, sex, breed, and/or health issue(s) and med(s) of your pet so Carolyn can respond accordingly. To order from our wellness shop, please visit here (for prices, enter the Guest Area password: discount2018).
Online Gift Cards
Giving the gift of wellness has never been easier. Order your gift cards here.
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Standard Blood Work
For a list of standard blood tests for new or existing clients, please go to this page and look at Steve or Bonnie's wellness forms.
Stool Analysis
For gastrointestinal, autoimmune, or allergy-related maladies, stool analysis is a wonderful way to detect how to heal from the inside out.
Genomics Testing
For lifestyle and diet genetic analysis, go to the "Pure Insight" section below.
Food Reaction Testing
Because true food allergies are rare, please email Steve or Bonnie for authorization to get our IgE food allergy, IgE mold/fungus allergy, or celiac panel. For questions about the tests and how to prepare, contact our office staff.
| | Year-round infection is the new normal. We are exposed to many endemic viruses including SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19), influenza (flu), respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), norovirus (stomach flu), adenovirus (common cold), monkeypox, and four other coronaviruses (common cold), among others. Support your immune system with our Free Prevent and Fight Infection 2.0 Protocol here. | | Warning: Counterfeit, Adulterated Supplements Online | On the internet, especially at Amazon, there is an epidemic of counterfeit, adulterated, and purposely mislabeled dietary supplements. A recent analysis of methyl vitamin B12 supplements sold on Amazon found only 56% met label claim. A man was arrested for selling counterfeit Pure Encapsulations products. A study from JAMA Network Open found that half of immune products analyzed from Amazon had labels that did not match the contents. Know your supplier! | | Have a happy, healthy day! Steve and Bonnie Minsky | |
- Paid Member Content
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WC Feature: Gut Harmony Part One
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Menu Savvy: Coffee
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Smart Food: Yogurt
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Aesthetically Speaking: Cavities
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Your Healthy Kitchen: Microwave
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Wild Card: Insulin
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eInspire: Lord Byron
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Action Plan of the Month: Irritable Bowel Syndrome
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- Free Member Content
- Did You Know?
- Calorie in Calorie Out?
- September 20% OFF Sale
- Pure Genomics
- Watch: New Blood Type?
- Loyalty Program
- Well Connect Member Benefits
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Steve: Many public health experts believe that as long as you limit your caloric content, you can eat whatever you want because of the "calorie in calorie out" philosophy. We have never adhered to this philosophy because all calories are not created equal. A junk food calorie is much more detrimental than a healthy calorie. It looks like a few researchers have finally discovered this.
A study from Cell Metabolism found that people gain more weight on an ultra-processed diet compared to a minimally processed diet, even when they eat the same number of calories. The study also revealed a diet high in ultra-processed foods introduces higher levels of pollutants that are known to affect sperm quality. Not surprisingly, several markers of cardiovascular health were negatively affected from the ultra-processed diet as well.
Not sure why the authors were "shocked by how many body functions were disrupted by ultra-processed foods, even in healthy adults." They should know that the body responds well to food it sees as harmonious compared with food it sees as deleterious.
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*Use password discount2018 at Guest Area to access pricing
| | How We Stack Up vs Online Retailers | | | |
Amazon 57.60 (120 caps)
Nutritional Concepts 35.30
Savings: 22.30!!
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Amazon 47.00 (30 caps)
Nutritional Concepts 29.50
Savings: 17.50!!
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Amazon 30.60 (90 caps)
Nutritional Concepts 19.20
Savings: 11.40!!
| | While we only used Amazon as an example, we found similar price disparities with many online retailers. We are authorized retailers of all of our brands while many online retailers are not. Our supplements come directly from the manufacturer and never encounter a third of fourth party. | | PureInsight (formerly Genomics) | | | | | PureInsight (formerly Genomics) harnesses the science of nutrigenomics so you can understand the relationship between your genes, nutrition, and wellness at the deepest level. Covering 72 genes in 11 trait categories, we've used Pure Insight since 2015 to help clients live longer with better quality of life. | | |
How to Get Started
- Order a genetic kit directly from Ancestry.com (AncestryDNA for $99) and send back your saliva specimen. When your results are ready, request that we set up a PureInsight account for you. We just need your full name, email address, and date of birth. You will receive an email invitation from PureInsight with a link to set up your account and instructions for how to upload your Ancestry data. You will receive a confirmation from PureInsight when your report is ready and we can then set up an appointment to go over your results.
| | What Is a Paid NCI Well Connect Membership? | | | |
Twice Weekly eNewsletters with Tons of Extra Content
Long-form issues on Mondays and Wednesdays address all aspects of wellness including nutrition, mental and emotional health, physical activity, cooking, brand awareness, dietary supplements, medical breakthroughs, and much more.
Members Only Archives
Only paid members have exclusive, password protected access to our 48 title Action Plan Library, Natural Foods Shopping List (updated quarterly), and the most recent 100 issues of our email newsletter.
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NCI Well Rewards are simple: 1 point for $1 spent on products.
How to Claim Your Well Rewards
We keep track of your points automatically. Discounts are automatically applied to your orders or you will be sent a promo code if you order online.
250 points = $5 off
500 = $10
750 = $10
1000 = $15
1500 = $15
2000 = $15
2500 = $20
Each 1000 thereafter = $25
Rewards can only be applied to dietary supplements. NCI Well Rewards start January 1 and ends December 31 of the same calendar year. We reserve the right to alter or cancel this offer at any time.
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September Action Plans -
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
| Our 48 title Action Plan Library is available to paid NCI Well Connect Members at this page (enter password) or free subscribers can individually purchase. | | | | |
*If you prefer to call in or email your orders, continue to do so. Whatever is convenient and comfortable is what we want for you.
Password Required For Website Orders
To make purchases, enter the password discount2018 when prompted at the "Guest Area" firewall, which is necessary for us to show our discounted pricing.
Easy Search
Whether on your computer or mobile device, find anything you want quickly using our website search feature.
Reorder Easily By Registering At Our Website
Registering as a member of our website will allow you to reorder items quickly. At our homepage, simply click on "Log In" and sign up. There, you can create a profile and see all of your previous orders, as well as make a wishlist of items you frequently order. Click the heart icon next to the add to cart button to add any item to your wishlist.
There are two passwords returning customers need to have.
- Password to log into your account. This is the password you entered when you first registered at our site. Only you know this password.
- Password to get past the "Guest Area" firewall: discount2018. The password will always be discount2018 unless we notify you.
3 Options for Fulfilling Your Order at The Wellness Shop
- Place your order to be shipped.
- Place your order for pickup at our office.
- Place your order online but pay offline by calling in your credit card info.
Pay for Appointments
Pay for your appointment directly from our wellness shop under Service Fees.
Self-Help Action Plans
Inexpensive self-help protocols covering myriad conditions. These do not replace individualized consultations. View all 48 titles under Action Plans.
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We appreciate your continued patronage and support.
Have a happy, healthy day.
| | Bonnie, Steve, Lilo, Cindy, Diana, Marisa, and Sally | | |
Nutritional Concepts Inc.
1535 Lake Cook Road, Suite 204
Northbrook, IL 60062
Phone 847-498-3422
Text 847-497-0902
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Hours Of Operation
Monday through Friday 9AM to 5PM
Saturday 9AM to 4PM
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