Erectile dysfunction is more than a bedroom issue—it’s often the first visible sign of systemic vascular trouble. In this fast-paced conversation, Dr. Nathan Bryan and Mark Young unpack how nitric oxide (NO) drives endothelial health, blood flow, and sexual function—and why PDE5 inhibitors (Viagra, Cialis) don’t work for many men unless the upstream NO pathway is working.

If you (or a partner) are dealing with ED, hypertension, or low energy, this episode explains the root cause model: restore endothelial function and nitric oxide bioavailability, then everything downstream—circulation, exercise capacity, sexual performance—has a chance to improve.

What you’ll learn

• Why ED often precedes cardiovascular disease by years (the “canary in the coal mine” effect).
• How the endothelium regulates vessel dilation and blood pressure—and how NO (the 1998 Nobel Prize molecule) keeps that system responsive.
• The exact NO → cGMP → smooth-muscle relaxation pathway (and why PDE5s need NO to work).
• Why a significant slice of men don’t respond to PDE5 drugs—and what that suggests about NO deficiency and endothelial dysfunction.
• Practical levers that influence NO biology (diet/lifestyle, oral microbiome choices, training)—and how to think about “root cause” vs. symptom-chasing.

If this episode opened your eyes to how important nitric oxide is, don’t stop here: Watch more from Dr. Nathan S. Bryan - https://www.youtube.com/@DrNathanSBryanNitricOxide Visit N101.com to explore their nitric-oxide –supporting products and educational resources - https://n1o1.com/

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“Autism Isn’t Political—It’s Personal.” Special-Ed Teacher + Autism Dad Reveals IEP Secrets (and What Food Dyes Did Overnight)

If U.S. autism rates are ~1 in 31 (and higher in some states), why do so many families still feel alone in IEP meetings? Today’s guest, Shane Taylor—veteran special education teacher, autism dad, and founder of IEPcentral.org—brings a rare 360° view: classroom, parent, and advocate. We dig into practical IEP tactics, nutrition and behavior (Red Dye 40, additives, seed oils, glyphosate), environmental toxicity, ABA and speech strategies, and a lesser-known angle: cerebral folate deficiency and targeted folate support.

This convo is for autism parents & grandparents, caregivers, teachers/administrators, and anyone who wants to turn pain into purpose—and get better outcomes for neurodivergent kids.

What you’ll learn

• How to prepare for IEP meetings so you’re not “eaten alive”
• When diet (e.g., food dyes like Red 40) can flip behavior in minutes—and what to do next
• Why autism is a spectrum (and why policy sound bites miss the lived reality)
• How to think about environmental toxins and brain inflammation
• A parent-friendly intro to cerebral folate deficiency and folate support discussions with your clinician
• How IEPcentral.org gives parents community, advocacy, and tutoring resources

Who should watch Autism parents/caregivers, special-ed teachers, general-ed teachers with inclusion students, school leaders, pediatric/functional clinicians, and anyone navigating IEP, ABA, speech therapy, nutrition & behavior, sensory regulation, or school placement.

Support the show If this helped, please subscribe, like, comment your IEP wins/questions, and share this with a parent or teacher who needs it.

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Struggling after the time change—and wondering if melatonin is really the answer? As “fall back” hit on Nov 2, 2025, sleep is top of mind again. Headlines are questioning long-term melatonin use and regulators have recently warned about misuse and labeling issues, while the American Heart Association continues to spotlight how sleep quality affects heart health. In this episode, Mark sits down with Carl Pardelli, co-founder & CEO of NatureCity, to talk about trustworthy supplements, transparent labels (no “proprietary blends”), and thoughtful sleep support—including non-melatonin approaches like L-theanine and saffron that aim to support your body’s own sleep rhythms.

What you’ll learn:

• How to vet supplement brands (branded ingredients, real manufacturers, transparent labels)
• Why “supplement” truly means supplemental to diet & lifestyle
• The D3 + K2 synergy—and why dose transparency matters
• Sleep support without mega-dose melatonin (L-theanine, saffron; support for natural melatonin production—not a knockout pill)

Chapters:

00:03:40 Supplements You Can Actually Trust

00:17:22 Food Quality: Soil & Supply Chains

00:46:20 Buying Safely Online (Amazon & Fakes)

00:59:07 True Zs: Better Sleep Without Melatonin

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