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NCI Well Connect
April 28, 2025
DOUBLE SALE WEEK!!
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Dear Steve,
DID YOU KNOW that Yerba Mate tea, the traditional South American beverage that we love recommending, has recently been flaunted by celebrities as an alternative to GLP-1 weight loss drugs?
Taking it a step further, a new study from Frontiers in Nutrition lists Yerba mate's metabolic effects across eight pathways: gut microbiota and hormonal signaling, hypothalamic appetite regulation, oxidative stress reduction, inflammation reduction, lipid metabolism reprogramming, glycemic regulation, mitochondrial efficiency, and neurotransmitter modulation.
Specifically, Yerba mate enhances GLP-1 secretion, restores leptin sensitivity via inflammation reduction, and boosts mitochondrial efficiency, yielding lower HbA1c, triglycerides, and adiposity (fat mass).
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Double Sale Week!
Starting today and running through May 2nd, please take advantage of 20% OFF sale items for May and April. See below for details.
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
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: 40th Anniversary Timeline & Tribute
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Menu Savvy: Eating Behaviors
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Mythbuster: Self Control
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Brand Buzz: GF Flour
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Intelligently Active: Visual Acuity
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Mental Minute: Dopamine
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Wild Card: Symptoms of Body and Mind
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eInspire: Albert Schweizter
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Action Plan of the Month: Conquering Allergy & Intolerance
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- Free Member Content
- Did You Know?
- Magnanimous and Magnificent Magnesium
- May & April 20% OFF Sale
- Pure Genomics
- Watch: Sauna Blankets
- Loyalty Program
- Well Connect Member Benefits
| | *To get past the Guest Area paywall use password: discount2018 | | 40th Anniversary Timeline & 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.
Bonnie's passion and fighting spirit kept things afloat as clients started to see improvement in their health. It was just a matter of time before they would tell all of their family, friends, and coworkers.
Soon after, Bonnie met Lilo Schuster, who was fresh out of chiropractic school. She and Bonnie worked together at a wellness center called Body Therapeutics. As they built up their practices, they decided to join forces and branch out on their own. Bonnie and Lilo settled on Professional Plaza in Northbrook, where we've been ever since.
In between seeing clients at her now bustling practice, Bonnie helped write a bill to give nutritionists the same rights as dietitians. After incessantly lobbying the Illinois state assembly, the bill passed.
Bonnie's daughter Carolyn Martinelli joined the team as office manager/consultant and stayed over 20 years providing incredible service with her bubbly personality.
Steve Minsky came aboard as Bonnie's business partner in 1998. He implemented rigorous quality controls for the supplement dispensary, started the email newsletter you are reading right now, and ran every aspect of the business.
One of our proudest moments was helping you navigate the COVID-19 pandemic. We never closed, worked tirelessly to source all of your supplements even though so many were in short supply. Most importantly, we created a COVID prevention protocol early on to help protect your immune systems.
Two and a half years ago, Steve joined Bonnie and Lilo as the third health professional in the practice after getting his masters degree in Health and Wellness.
We would be remiss if we did not pay homage to all of the wonderful staff that has blessed us over the years - Patty, Carolyn, Lori, Sharron, among others, and now Cindy, Diana, and Marisa. They're rock stars.
We're so proud that we've been able to bring you wellness for 40 years, but we certainly could not have done it without your unwavering support. Now that we are seeing third-generation clients, it is a testament to you for taking our advice, putting into practice, and paying it forward.
We've always been a word-of-mouth practice. This has allowed us to put all of our energy into our mission, which is, and will always be, to serve your individual wellness needs to the best of our ability.
For us to reach another 40 years, spread the wellness!
| | Magnanimous and Magnficent Magnesium | | | |
Steve: Magnesium is the most critical mineral required for electrical stability of every cell in the body. There are some experts that believe every known illness is associated with magnesium if deficiency exists. It's hard to argue with them when you read further.
We have loved supplemental magnesium for decades. It's so amazing to see the rest of the world discover it. Here's just a smattering of magnesium research over the last few months.
Cognitive Decline
To prevent cognitive decline, elderly should get recommended amounts of magnesium from diet and supplements, according to a study from Frontiers in Nutrition.
Depression
According to a study from Nutrition Reviews, individuals with the highest magnesium intake had a 34% lower risk of depression, compared with those with the lowest magnesium intake. Moreover, each 100 mg per day increment to about 400 mg was associated with a 7% reduced risk of depression.
Liver
Magnesium deficiency facilitates the advent and progression of various liver diseases in a vicious cycle, according to a study from Journal of the American Nutrition Association. The authors report that magnesium supplementation slows the progression of liver disease and decreases morbidity.
Cholesterol
In subjects taking magnesium versus those who were not, the magnesium group showed significantly increased HDL-C levels, as reported in Nutrition Journal.
Kidney Disease
A Frontiers in Nutrition study found that older subjects with low magnesium intake had low estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR), increasing the risk of kidney disease.
Genetics
Low magnesium intake either on its own or in the presence of high homocysteine increases DNA damage, as reported in European Journal of Clinical Nutrition.
Urinary Incontinence
According to a study from Frontiers in Nutrition, magnesium deficiency is an important risk factor for the prevalence and mortality rates of urinary incontinence.
In conclusion, magnesium is magnanimous and magnificent!
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| | How We Stack Up vs Online Retailers | | | |
Amazon 83.60 (360 caps)
Nutritional Concepts 53.82
Savings: 29.78!!
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Amazon 66.60 (60 caps)
Nutritional Concepts 48.19
Savings: 18.41!!
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Amazon 62.98 (240 tabs)
Nutritional Concepts 37.89
Savings: 25.09!!
| | 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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April Action Plan -
Conquering Allergy & Intolerance
| 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, and Marisa | | |
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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