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#102 We have BIG news!
April 12, 2021 21:07 - 38 minutes - 53.5 MBOn today's show we have a big announcement so make sure you hang with us until the end! I'm posting a surprise link below! Be sure and take a peak! Get a SNEAK PEAK here! Get our FREE Carnivore Chicken Crust Pizza Recipe here! Eat Fat and Prosper! Steve and Melody
#101 Are You Being the Change?
March 29, 2021 19:44 - 37 minutes - 51.3 MBWe have lost some very important people to us over the last few months. Losing someone important seems to result in self-reflection. Over the last several weeks we have, again, asked ourselves if we are the change we want to see in the world. In today's episode we are chatting about that topic. It's a good question to ask. Am I being the change? Our book Carnivore Diet Cookbook: 6 Weeks of Meal Plans and Recipes to Reset and Achieve Optimal Health is going on sale May 11, 2021! We will ke...
#100 Where We’ve Been and How to Start Anything
March 09, 2021 13:58 - 34 minutes - 46.7 MBIt's been a while. During the holiday season life took a severe turn and I (Melody) lost one of the most important people in my life. We appreciate your patience as we took a very long hiatus to allow me to get my self together, finish writing a book, grieve, and just have some time uncoupled from a few extra activities...like this podcast. Sometimes you have to let things go and just regroup. That's exactly what we have done. Thank you so much for being here. Our first time back in the p...
#99 The Virus Vaccine
December 21, 2020 21:03 - 39 minutes - 54.7 MB...Oh and we are talking about sweet potatoes. Sounds a little like we're all over the map right! We are just two health advocates sharing our journey and how we navigate the carnivore lifestyle. So join us while we discuss sweet potatoes and vaccinations? We mentioned the KetoMojo in the show. If you want an easy way to purchase just go here.
#98 Get Off the Hamster Wheel
November 23, 2020 21:45 - 33 minutes - 46.2 MBEvery holiday season we hear the stories from friends, clients. and even our own personal experiences, about getting stuck in a rut on the proverbial hamster wheel. How do we stay on plan during this time of year? Especially this year, because 2020 has been a real challenge! With gyms being closed for some and stay at home orders that can even interfere with outdoor activity it's difficult to get on a program and make it stick. The holidays are a time when it's easy to get derailed in our...
Activating The Immune System
November 16, 2020 20:56 - 37 minutes - 51.9 MBCheck out today's episode where we discuss ways to activate your immune system that have nothing to do with food. We provide a few simple tips to boost your overall well being which can be incorporated regardless of your fitness level or where you live. Take a moment today and leave us simple review on iTunes. We make every effort to share our honest experience of incorporating the ketogenic and carnivore diet for individuals over 50 years of age. Well, at least one of us is over 50. Foll...
#96 Carnivore, Dairy and Dawn Phenomenon
October 19, 2020 19:37 - 35 minutes - 48.5 MBWe are back to posting episodes each Monday! This has been such a strange time in the world and we need some consistency. We are hitting a few topics that continually come up within conversations with clients today. Can I have dairy?What should I test my Blood Glucose?Why is my Blood Glucose high in the morning?How to best take advantage of the "Dawn Phenomenon" I mentioned an article that contains a study associated with the consumption of dairy and viruses. Specifically respiratory vir...
#95 We’re Back on High Fat Keto
October 08, 2020 22:00 - 35 minutes - 49.2 MBIt's been a while! How are you guys? We appreciate all the inquiries about the podcast during our hiatus. It has been a strange year for us all. Let's just talk about how much fat we are eating! That's much more fun. If you don't already follow us on Instagram head over to our page and check out our Instagram Stories. That's where I'm posting daily about ketone and blood glucose readings (using my KetoMojo) along with over sharing about food and workouts. You'll get a high fat daily dose o...
#94 Keto Kids and Questions
June 01, 2020 21:10 - 37 minutes - 51.3 MBThis is a little personal for us today. We are talking about our grandsons going on a Keto Diet. We also answer a couple of questions brought up by our last episode about Keto Basics. Thanks for tuning in and hanging with us! Eat fat and prosper! Steve and Melody To schedule a 15 Minute Complimentary Consult go here!
#93 Keto Basics
May 18, 2020 20:30 - 40 minutes - 55.2 MBYa Basic! Sometimes we just need a little refresher. Today we are sharing how we initiate some easy steps for a Keto Newbie. We learned the hard way about throwing too much information at someone at once. Let's keep things simple! Stick to the BASICS! The big changes. Those micro changes will come in time. But if you've been living this high fat lifestyle for a while, this is still for you! We all need a little encouragement sometimes. If you're looking for extra support on your hea...
#92 Recovery and What Protein to Fat Ratio is Correct?
May 11, 2020 20:12 - 36 minutes - 50.1 MBToday we have two topics that go together quite nicely. When is it time to take a recovery week or rest days? How do you structure a recovery week?What are the benefits of rest and recovery?How much protein and fat should I be eating?How does my protein and fat ratio relate to my activity and recovery?Why doesn't Melody follow her own rules? To set up your Complimentary Consultation go here! Eat fat and prosper Steve and Melody
#91 Eating for Health vs Eating for Weight Loss
May 04, 2020 19:48 - 42 minutes - 58 MBWeight Loss is one of the top concerns my clients put down on their intake paperwork. But when I look at the paperwork I typically find a myriad of health issues. Some are actually very serious. But weight loss is the number one concern. Is that wrong? No it's not wrong. But this may be the wrong focus. We all want to be healthy. But in all honesty we REALLY want to see a certain number on the scale or we want to fit in a certain pair of jeans right! Today we are talking about how we shif...
#90 Maybe it’s the Menopause
April 20, 2020 20:14 - 29 minutes - 40.8 MBHey guys! We are all still living that quarantine life. We hope today's podcast finds you healthy and happy! Today Steve and I are chatting about getting back to one of the key basic Keto Principles. When you've been doing something for a while there comes a time when you just need to get back to what made it work at the beginning! We are talking about getting back to our deliciously fatty keto roots. And of course we will be talking about workouts, dietary strategies and a new topic for...
#89 Should You Be Fasting So Much?
April 06, 2020 20:23 - 30 minutes - 41.8 MBDon't get me wrong. Fasting is a beneficial tool in the war on Metabolic Disease and other health related issues. But it isn't always prudent for everyone to do it consistently for long periods of time. I'm not talking about planned extended fasts that are designed to reset the immune system. I'm talking about continuous Intermittent Fasting. That's one of our main topics today. Should you be fasting so damn much? We know this is a difficult time in all of our lives and we appreciate you...
#88 Metabolic Flexibility During Coronavirus Quarantine
March 30, 2020 19:23 - 32 minutes - 44.7 MBThis has been a surreal few weeks guys! Today Steve and I wanted to just show up and chat with you about some of our experiences during this Covid19 quarantine. Much of the world's population have been instructed to stay in their homes and most non essential businesses are closed. Yet many others who are essential workers are giving everything they have to take care of the sick during this crisis, or to keep the country stocked up on toilet paper. Seriously who knew toilet paper would be thi...
#87 Social Distancing and Creating a Plan to Stay Sane!
March 16, 2020 19:12 - 43 minutes - 59.5 MBWe are sharing some of our ideas, thoughts and plans for this period of time that we are all being asked to practice Social Distancing. I know some of you have been doing this for years! But in all seriousness there are some key things to discuss about this topic. Join us for this chat and let us know what your plans are and how you're navigating this interesting time in our world. We appreciate you for taking the time to subscribe and leave us a review on iTunes! Check out some of our ...
#86 The Spring Forward Mentality
March 09, 2020 19:07 - 29 minutes - 39.9 MBSpring Forward has come and gone. But the effects may linger for a few days. We are talking today about Springing Forward in your health journey. Is it normal to go through periods of time feeling highly motivated and then experience time periods where everything just feels like a struggle? Join us today as we talk about motivation, or the lack of motivation. To get more information on how we serve our clients health needs through Personalized One on One Nutrition and Training visit our ...
#85 Coronavirus and What We Plan to Do
March 02, 2020 21:18 - 41 minutes - 57.5 MBWe are sharing some of our strategies today for staying healthy and being prepared. Check out our newly revised website! TheTacticalKitchen.com Are you looking for some additional support for your health journey? Unsure if Functional Nutritional Therapy is right for you? We offer Complimentary 15 Minute Consultations. Let's chat and see if our services match your needs. Eat Fat and Prosper Steve and Melody
#84 Is Dietary Variety Necessary
February 24, 2020 21:18 - 47 minutes - 65.9 MBWe are chatting today about the push for dietary diversity and if it's actually something that's necessary for optimal health. Do you need a rainbow of variety from around the globe to actually be healthy? Does our gut microbiome need bananas from Guatemala and Mango from the Caribbean or South America? How about depending on Kale for gut health if you live in North Dakota in the winter? Let's peel this topic back like a Vidalia Onion from Vidalia, Georgia and see what happens. Check out...
#83 Type II Muscle Fiber and Aging
February 17, 2020 20:13 - 43 minutes - 60.3 MBThis is something we haven't discussed before! The role of Type II Muscle Fiber and aging in conjunction with a Low Carb, Carnivore or Keto diet approach to eating has some very interesting implications for those of us in the 40 and above crowd. Listen up and let us know what you think! We also continue the conversation about sleep disturbances and some things you can do to get a handle on the situation. We appreciate every time you guys have liked, shared and left a review for us on i...
#82 Carnivore For Women
February 10, 2020 20:39 - 45 minutes - 63 MBWe are talking about why some women do so well on a Carnivore Diet. But then, out of the blue... it seems to fall apart. What falls apart? Usually it's the sleep cycle. The onset of Insomnia is not only frustrating but confusing! Why am I having insomnia issues on this super nutrient dense diet? We are tackling this subject for you because Ladies!.... I have been there. I'm sharing some of my biggest takeaways from eating a primarily Carnivore Diet for over 2 years and developing a b...
#81 Falling Off the Carnivore Wagon
February 03, 2020 21:13 - 43 minutes - 59.6 MBMaybe you're not the New Year Resolution type of person. But some people definitely are! According to Instagram and Facebook a whole lot of people decided to spend the first month of 2020 as a Carnivore! What happens after that? We share some of the tips and tricks that we follow year round to avoid the "falling off the wagon" syndrome. We also chat about some current events happening in the Keto/Carnivore world. And as always, we fill you in on our personal journey. Check out the look...
#80 The Coronavirus and What You Can Control
January 27, 2020 20:38 - 42 minutes - 58.3 MBIn today's episode we are chatting about some of the basic fundamentals of health. With everything going on in the news and around the world it's easy to become anxious and a little overwhelmed. But there are things that are within your control that can make a difference in your health not only day to day, but in the event of a health crisis. To see Dr. Ken Berry's video mentioned in the podcast go here. To geek out and learn more about your amazing Immune System go here! Be sure and sch...
#79 Carnivore Diet and Visiting Our Family Physician
January 20, 2020 21:40 - 43 minutes - 59.1 MBWe are sharing some of the follow-up information from Melody having pneumonia. There are some things to be aware of and we chat about how you can work with your doctor when an illness strikes! We had the opportunity to go and share about the Ketogenic Diet with CrossFit Lackland in San Antonio, Tx this past weekend. We are hitting some of the frequently asked questions from this event in regards to the ketogenic diet! And lastly...Steve is starting a new experiment. Let's see what happens...
#78 Rebuilding the Gut Microbiome with a Carnivore Diet and Recipe of the Day
January 13, 2020 20:08 - 42 minutes - 58 MBToday we are discussing some of the ways in which sugar weakens and suppresses the immune system. And now that my gut bacteria has been completed annihilated and I'm off antibiotics , it's time to start rebuilding that inner terrain. What are some of the key things to know about rebuilding gut bacteria and what should you avoid? We appreciate you guys listening and going on this journey with us. Send your comments and questions to us on Instagram! That's where I seem to hang out most of ...
#77 Surviving a Hospital Stay on a Carnivore Diet
January 06, 2020 20:18 - 44 minutes - 60.7 MBHappy New Year! I started mine in the hospital. Today we are sharing some important information on Floroquinolone Antibiotics. No one anticipates getting sick. But it happens. My experience with Pneumonia and having Sepsis (bacterial blood infection) will hopefully help you out. Or at least you'll find it entertaining and interesting! This month marks our 2 year Carniversary! Happy World Carnivore Month! Check out the exogenous ketones we use here. Make an appointment for your Complimen...
#76 Minimizing Damage During the Holidays
December 09, 2019 20:48 - 41 minutes - 56.5 MBWith the holiday season comes parties, get togethers, alcohol and sugar. Right! So how can you navigate this time of year with the least amount of damage? Some of you may have no intention of drinking a drop of alcohol or consuming a granule of sugar. This is still for you. We can be caught unaware at get togethers. Or we sometimes preplan to indulge a little with our friends and family. Whichever category you're in we have a few of our own experiences to share coupled with some tips to minim...
#75 Post Thanksgiving Did You Survive?
December 02, 2019 20:44 - 35 minutes - 49 MBThis can be a challenging time of year for those of us trying to steer clear of carbohydrates, poor fats and sugar. But let's not forget about the people in our lives who don't see eye to eye with our choices. How do we navigate the Holiday gatherings and keep the peace? Some of the items we mentioned: Redmond Real Salt (Affiliate Link)Ultima Replenisher (not an affiliate link)Check out the Keto Dirty South Pecan Pie that I made for Thanksgiving on Instagram Stories Dry Farm Wines for ...
#74 Goal Setting for Athletes Over 40
November 18, 2019 23:27 - 40 minutes - 56.3 MBToday we are discussing some of our experiences with training, over-training, injury, goal setting and supplementation...and a whole lot more. A few of the items we mention in this episode: Redmond Real SaltOur Favorite Electrolyte Drink Exogenous Ketones Join our 10 Day Challenge!Contact a Nutritional Therapy Practitioner or Personal Trainer Thank you for sharing in our Journey! We appreciate you taking time to listen, like, share and subscribe! EAT FAT AND PROSPER! Steve and Melody ...
#73 Supplementing on a Carnivore Diet
November 11, 2019 19:45 - 43 minutes - 59.7 MBToday we are hitting several topics. One particular item of interest...should you or should you not supplement while eating a Carnivore Diet? Now let's go chew the FAT! Get your KetoCon tickets before they sell out! There is a limit so don't dilly dally around. KetoCon Tickets HERE! Dry Farms Wines for all your Holiday Gift Giving! I love cooking with these Keto friendly natural wines. EAT FAT AND PROSPER! Steve and Melody
#72 Sugar Season is Here Keto Friends!
October 28, 2019 20:17 - 43 minutes - 59.4 MBToday we are talking about Sugar Season. Some people call it Flu Season. We are sharing a few tips we use during the holidays to ensure we stay healthy and vibrant all through the Sugar Season! Did you know we have T-shirts available! Fat Coffee Shirt Be sure and follow us on Instagram and catch our IG Stories daily! KetoCon Tickets! Get them! Meet us at KetoCon Austin 2020! KetoCon Tickets! Congratulations to Dr. Ken and Neisha Berry on the birth of their son! Be sure and stop b...
#71 Carnivore Conversation with Steve and Melody Planning Off Plan Meals
October 21, 2019 20:31 - 43 minutes - 59.4 MBToday we are sharing a few things that have happened over the last few weeks. Steve and I have both eaten a couple of Off Plan Meals. What happens when you eat Off Plan? Well... We are chatting about a few other things today: Sustainable LivingHomesteadingEating at RestaurantsChoosing Keto Diet Publications (Books and Magazines)Marathon Training Some come hang out and Chew the Fat with us! Get your KetoCon 2020 Tickets before the price goes up or they are all gone!!! The FOMO...
#70 Mary Beth Prodromides 4x CrossFit Masters Champion
October 14, 2019 06:05 - 1 hour - 90 MBIf you've been listening to this show for a while then you already know how excited I am to share this episode with you! Our incredible friend and my personal inspiration is none other than Mary Beth Prodromides. Here's a little bit about her for those who haven't yet been inspired by her journey. We are talking about THE most decorated Masters Athlete in CrossFit History...Mary Beth ProdromidesTommy Marquez 2018 CrossFit Update Show I am sharing Mary Beth's most recent post from her In...
#69 Robin Switzer Shares Her Personal Health Journey and Insider Information for KetoCon 2020
October 07, 2019 12:47 - 52 minutes - 71.5 MBWe had the pleasure of chatting with the COO of KetoCon, Robin Switzer. If you have attended KetoCon in the past then you've witnessed her skills at organizing a top notch event designed to benefit the Ketogenic Community. Today we are getting to know this Wizard of KetoCon and learning about her personal health journey and how she became deeply involved in the organization of KetoCon. Not only do we learn about Robin, but she is sharing some of the new things coming to KetoCon in 2020. ...
#68 Marathon Training on Carnivore and Keto Tips for Newbies
September 30, 2019 21:13 - 47 minutes - 65.5 MBRunning on meat. That's basically what we are doing. Can you build muscle, have endurance and just be overall fit and healthy eating a meat based diet? We are testing it all! This is our Back to the Future Keto episode! We are reminiscing about our humble keto beginnings and some of the mistakes we made a long the way. If you're new to keto be sure and let us know! There's a lot of information out there and it's okay to make mistakes. You have a tribe of Keto people cheering you on! Join ...
#67 Fasting and the Circadian Rhythm
September 23, 2019 19:11 - 42 minutes - 59 MBToday we are sharing some recent experiences involving our Intermittent Fasting routine and why fasting becomes more important as we age. Why we changed our eating scheduleHow it affected our sleep and performance Do we like the new eating window and will we be sticking to itWhat does your eating time have to do with Circadian RhythmWhy it can be important to implement some type of fasting routine as we ageSteve is taking clients for run coaching...you can contact us here! We mentioned so...
#66 Doctor Fit and Fabulous Jaime Seeman
September 16, 2019 20:22 - 54 minutes - 74.3 MBJaime Seeman is a practicing Obstetrician-Gynecologist in Omaha, Nebraska. Today we sat down and chatted about her journey into the ketogenic lifestyle and how it has evolved in her family and her practice. In addition to being in full time practice as an OB-Gyn, speaking at events, working on a book and developing a podcast of her own, she and her husband Ben are raising 3 daughters. Clearly the keto diet is giving them some good energy. We dive into her "Why" and personal experience an...
#65 Did We Cheat on Carnivore
September 10, 2019 21:25 - 48 minutes - 66.3 MBWe had an awesome weekend trip to Las Cruces, New Mexico for the Borderscene Film Festival! Traveling always poses a little challenge to any dietary strategy you choose. But we chose to embrace a couple of the challenges this weekend and just make it a part of our process. The knowledge that comes from these situations can be a valuable tool for your health. You can find some pics from our awesome weekend at the Borderscene Film Festival on our Instagram! Now let's chew the fat! EAT F...
#64 Carnivore Fasting Experiment
September 03, 2019 21:06 - 43 minutes - 60 MBWe are a day late! We had a very nice Labor Day holiday with family and hope you guys did too! Today we are sharing some of our experiences with a new style of fasting that we recently incorporated. So come hang out and let's chew the fat...or drink some water...or just sit there. eat fat and prosper! Steve and Melody Follow our shenanigans on Instagram!
#63 Why You Need This Test if You are Carnivore
August 26, 2019 06:01 - 47 minutes - 65 MBWe have some hot topics this week! One of most important test you can get done for your peace of mindIs the internet limiting the visibility of select websites?The Amazon Rainforest fires and beefMeal Prep for travel on a Carnivore DietResults of some experimentation we did this last weekand the most important topic...Melody got a new barbell! Follow us on Instagram here! We currently have some openings for new health coaching clients! To set up a Complimentary Consult go here! Guess ...
#62 Does Alcohol Fit into a Carnivore Diet?
August 19, 2019 17:49 - 48 minutes - 67.3 MBWelcome back to The Tactical Kitchen Show friends! We get this question so often when someone talks to us about how we eat..."What alcohol do you drink?" If you've been around here for a while you likely know our answer to this one. We are sharing some of our personal experiences on this episode about how we approach this topic and how we feel about the consumption of alcohol when it pertains to a healthy lifestyle. We appreciate you hanging out with us and chewing the fat! Follow us on...
#61 We Made a Simple Mistake on Our Carnivore Diet
August 12, 2019 19:19 - 43 minutes - 59.7 MBHey guys! We made a little mistake this weekend and want to share some information with you on how to avoid or fix the situation if it happens to you! We are also sharing some noteworthy news related to our beloved beef and what you need to look for on new labeling terms concerning a common sweetener. So come on and hang with us for a little while. Let's go chew the fat! Follow us on Instagram here! eat fat and prosper! Steve and Melody
#60 Carnivore Update
August 05, 2019 17:45 - 42 minutes - 58.7 MBWe are on day 22 of a No Dairy Carnivore Experiment. Today we are sharing some of the improvements we have noticed. Check out our Instagram Stories to keep up with us everyday. We love interacting with you fine folk. Are you a Carnivorous Human that would like to tell your story on our show? Send us DM on Instagram and let's connect. Eat Fat and Prosper! Steve and Melody
#59 Dr. Ken and Neisha Berry Discuss if Keto is Safe for Pregnancy, Nursing Mothers and Children
July 29, 2019 06:01 - 1 hour - 88.8 MBWe have a FIRECRACKER of an episode for you today! Dr. Berry is a straight shooter from Tennessee who tells it like it is when it comes to your health! Like he says, If you like it limp-wristed and sugar-coated then you should probably look somewhere else.~~Ken Berry, MD Today's episode is extra spectacular because not only have Dr. Berry returning as a guest, but we are also joined by Neisha Berry! Hold onto your hat friend, it's about to get wild! We are chewing some serious bacon fat...
Fitness Friday Minisode One The Carnivore Athlete Frequency and Duration of Workouts
July 26, 2019 14:04 - 25 minutes - 35 MBThis is our very first minisode installment of Fitness Friday for the Over 40 Carnivore Athlete! Yes, it is a narrowed down topic for sure. We hope all three of you enjoy the show! The question came in concerning Frequency and Duration of Workouts and what's optimal? This is a big question with a lot of nuances. So let's go chew the fat! Here's a simple Tabata Workout for anywhere with zero equipment! Make sure you warmup with some dynamic warmup and stretching...NO STATIC STRETCHING! W...
#58 Kristin Rowell on Becoming Energetically Efficient with Keto
July 22, 2019 06:01 - 1 hour - 83.1 MBKristin is our very first return guest on The Tactical Kitchen Show and we couldn't be more excited. Kristin is a speaker, consultant, coach and founder of Energetically Efficient! She has completed 24 Marathons...yes, I said TWENTY FOUR full marathons. They are listed at the bottom of the show notes. She is also a Pro-Card carrying Natural Bodybuilder. Next on her agenda is completing her NTP (Nutritional Therapy Practitioner) training. We are chatting today about how to become Energe...
#57 Sue Spencer aka Beast Mode Grandma Uses Keto to Crush Records in Olympic Weightlifting
July 15, 2019 06:01 - 1 hour - 91.9 MBFirst let me apologize to Sue for introducing her as a Power Lifter during the recording of this episode. If you're not a weightlifter this may not mean anything to you. But, if you're a competitive Olympic Weightlifter crushing records you will likely want the hosts to get your title correct! Sue Spencer is a 65 year old competitive Olympic Weightlifter. After losing almost 100 pounds utilizing a Ketogenic Diet and realizing the strength she had, she began experimenting with Olympic Weigh...
#56 The Most Important Supplement for Ketogenic and Carnivore Diets
July 08, 2019 17:28 - 42 minutes - 58.3 MBIt's hot! It's humid! We are talking about sweat and electrolyte loss today! If you live in an area where you are experiencing hot and humid temperatures and you're eating a ketogenic or a carnivore diet and you workout...then this is the most important supplement you need. It's so simple it's almost ridiculous. But we have been warned about over consumption of this supplement for so long that you may be afraid to take too much of it. Let's chat about keeping our electrolytes balanced ...
#55 KetoCon 2019 Our TK Takeaways!
July 01, 2019 21:05 - 30 minutes - 41.4 MBWe just rolled in from Austin! But before we start unpacking our stuff or workout, we want to unpack a little information for you guys! There was a LOT going on at KetoCon and this was our very first time to go. We plan to make it a yearly habit. This community is so special and amazing. You can only imagine what happens when you get a huge group of people together who are firing on all cylinders because they're eating a nutrient dense, species appropriate, fat fueled, real food diet! Wh...
#54 Is Bloodwork Necessary?
June 24, 2019 18:28 - 49 minutes - 68 MBWe hear this one all the time..."Well, you won't know if you're healthy unless you have had bloodwork done!" Is bloodwork the ONLY way to know if your current diet is working for you? Meh...we are going to say a big NO to that one. We think bloodwork has it's place for sure. We get our bloodwork done yearly. But perhaps some of the tests you want or think you may need aren't covered by your insurance. Or maybe you don't have health insurance and you just need to feel a bit of reassuran...