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Ask The Doctor Podcast

Ask The Doctor Podcast

By: Ask The Doctor - Dr Michael Lange
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Ask The Doctor is hosted by Dr. Michael Lange, a Board Certified Optometric Physician and Certified Nutrition Specialist. He also has degrees in psychology and physiological optics.

As the founder of Lange Eye Care and Associates and the Lange Eye Institute, Dr. Lange has always been focused on sharing his knowledge and experience to help serve a larger audience. This is why in 1993 he launched Ask The Doctor, a popular radio talk show on eye care and nutrition.

He's extremely passionate about helping people maximize people's health and well-being through proper nutrition, and spends his time educating eye care provides worldwide on proper nutrition and the benefit of it for their patients.

Fun fact about Dr. Lange: He actually sits down each and every night to answer inquiries on the Fortifeye website! What other vitamin company actually lets you talk directly to the doctor that is responsible for the development of their products?

Disclaimer: This is for educational purposes only and should not replace a comprehensive eye examination or medical evaluation.

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Episodes
  • Healthy Aging, Collagen, Gut Health & Recovery Science with Dr Michael Lange & Dr Susan Summerton

    Healthy Aging, Collagen, Gut Health & Recovery Science with Dr Michael Lange & Dr Susan Summerton
    May 23 2026

    This Memorial Day Weekend edition of “Ask the Dr” with Dr. Michael Lange and Dr. Susan Summerton was packed with great listener calls and science-backed discussions focused on healthy aging, brain performance, sleep quality, exercise recovery, and beauty nutrition from the inside out.

    During the show, Dr. Lange also announced the upcoming opening of Lange Eye Institute Ocala in the historic old Coca-Cola bottling plant built in 1939 — expected to open in approximately six months.

    We also discussed Fortifeye Vitamins sponsoring the Miami Fit Expo today at the Miami-Dade Fairgrounds from 9 AM–9 PM.

    Topics discussed on today’s show included:
    • Why collagen production naturally declines with age
    • Why beauty support starts internally — not just with creams
    • The importance of vitamin C, hyaluronic acid, ceramides, carotenoids, biotin, hydration, sleep, and adequate protein intake
    • How smoking and excessive sugar may accelerate collagen breakdown
    • How the gut microbiome may influence sleep quality, mood, brain signaling, and immune health
    • The connection between probiotics, butyrate production, and healthier sleep patterns
    • Lifestyle strategies to improve gut health naturally
    • The science behind curcumin and exercise recovery
    • How curcumin may help support reduced soreness, improved recovery, antioxidant defense, and range of motion
    • Why food should always come first and supplements should support a healthy lifestyle• Science over hype

    Featured products discussed:
    • Fortifeye Rejuvenate Marine Collagen Peptides
    • Fortifeye Probiotics
    • Fortifeye Curcumin with Curcugen®

    For more information visit: www.fortifeye.com

    Listen to “Ask the Dr” every Saturday live with Dr. Michael Lange — one of America’s longest-running live medical talk shows.

    #AskTheDr #DrMichaelLange #DrSusanSummerton #HealthyAging #Collagen #GutHealth #Probiotics #Curcumin #ExerciseRecovery #SleepHealth #BrainHealth #Nutrition #Fortifeye #FortifeyeVitamins #MarineCollagen #Longevity #AntiInflammatory #Wellness #HealthPodcast #MiamiFitExpo #LangeEyeInstitute #Ocala

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    50 mins
  • Dr. Michael Lange on Brain Health, Colorectal Cancer, Weight Loss & Omega-3 Myths

    Dr. Michael Lange on Brain Health, Colorectal Cancer, Weight Loss & Omega-3 Myths
    May 9 2026
    ASK THE DR – The Truth About Brain Health, Weight Loss, Omega-3 Scams & Colorectal Cancer Prevention Today on Ask the Dr, Dr. Michael Lange and guest host Roger P. Schulman covered some of the most important health topics affecting Americans today. We started the show discussing cognitive decline, dementia, and Alzheimer’s disease, and the lifestyle strategies that research suggests may help support long-term brain health. Dr. Lange talked about the importance of walking 5,000–7,500 steps daily, resistance training at least twice a week, and especially training the legs several times weekly to help support cognition and healthy aging. The conversation then shifted to nutrition for the brain, including the benefits of carotenoids such as lutein, zeaxanthin, and astaxanthin for working memory and cognitive performance. Dr. Lange also discussed the science behind Fortifeye Focus & Brain and the importance of Cognizin® citicoline, a patented and clinically studied form of citicoline that may help support focus, memory, and brain function. We also discussed the alarming rise in colorectal cancer, especially in younger adults, and why it has become one of the leading causes of cancer-related death in men under 50. Topics included the importance of diet, exercise, hydration, quality sleep, maintaining a healthy weight, and reducing inflammation to help create a healthier internal environment. That naturally led into a discussion on healthy weight management and body composition. Dr. Lange explained how maintaining lean muscle while reducing excess body fat is critical for overall wellness and longevity. We discussed the Fortifeye Fit Meal and the Fortifeye Fit Transformation System™, which combines:✔️ Fortifeye Fit Meal✔️ Fortifeye Rejuvenate✔️ Fortifeye Creapure® Creatine + myHMB® + Vitamin D This doctor-developed system was designed to help support healthy weight loss, muscle development, recovery, and healthy skin, hair, nails, and joints—all at the same time. We also revisited one of today’s hottest topics in nutrition: Omega-3 scams. Dr. Lange explained why many products containing green-lipped mussel, squid oil, krill oil, and other marine oils often provide extremely low, non-therapeutic amounts of omega-3 fatty acids and frequently fail to clearly disclose EPA and DHA levels on the label. Dr. Lange discussed why he recommends high-potency re-esterified triglyceride (rTG) omega-3 formulas like Fortifeye Super Omega and Fortifeye Super Omega-3 Max, which are among the purest and most potent omega-3 formulations available. The show also featured many live callers, testimonials, and great questions from listeners across the country. 🌎 Learn more:Fortifeye Vitamins 📞 Call-in Number: 877-969-8600 #AskTheDr #DrMichaelLange #RogerPSchulman #BrainHealth #CognitiveHealth #Alzheimers #Dementia #Citicoline #Cognizin #Lutein #Astaxanthin #Zeaxanthin #Omega3 #FishOil #rTGomega3 #Fortifeye #FortifeyeFit #WeightLoss #MuscleBuilding #HealthyAging #ColorectalCancer #HealthPodcast #Longevity #Nutrition #Wellness #DryEye #EyeHealth #Supplements #Fitness #AntiInflammatSupport the show: https://www.drmichaellange.com/category/ask-the-doctor/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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    50 mins
  • Doctors Reveal the Truth About Omega-3, Brain Health & Non-Surgical Eye Rejuvenation

    Doctors Reveal the Truth About Omega-3, Brain Health & Non-Surgical Eye Rejuvenation
    May 2 2026

    Discover the truth about omega-3, brain health, anti-aging eye treatments, and total body transformation—straight from the doctors.

    Today’s episode of Ask the Dr was hosted by Dr. Michael Lange, alongside Dr. Susan Summerton, with special guest Dr. John Poser, who added expert insight into aesthetics and anti-aging.

    We kicked off the show celebrating the Kentucky Derby and recognizing Ocala as a premier hub for world-class thoroughbred horses. We also sent well wishes to everyone enjoying the New Orleans Jazz Festival.

    Key Topics Covered:
    The Truth About Omega-3 Fish Oil
    A deep dive into why rTG (re-esterified triglyceride) omega-3 is far superior to the common ethyl ester (EE) form found in most supplements. Learn why absorption, purity, and effectiveness matter when choosing your omega-3.

    Brain Health, Mood & Cognitive Decline
    The doctors discussed natural ways to help reduce the risk of cognitive decline, dementia, and depression:

    • Targeted nutrition
    • Smart supplementation
    • Exercise and lifestyle strategies
    • Natural mood enhancement techniques

    Non-Surgical Eye Rejuvenation & Anti-Aging We explored advanced, non-invasive options to improve the appearance and function of the eyes:

    • Upneeq for lifting droopy eyelids
    • Peptide-based eye creams like OneSkin for smoother, healthier skin
    • Nutritional support such as Fortifeye Rejuvenate for skin, hair, nails, and joints

    💡 Advanced Technology Spotlight: At the Lange Eye Institute, the doctors discussed the powerful benefits of Lumenis OptiLift — a cutting-edge treatment combining dynamic muscle stimulation with radiofrequency. This technology helps:

    • Strengthen the orbicularis oculi muscle (improving blink power)
    • Reduce lower eyelid laxity
    • Allow more complete eyelid closure
    • Improve dry eye symptoms naturally
    • Enhance the overall aesthetic appearance of the periorbital area

    Both Dr. Lange and Dr. Summerton are highly experienced in using this innovative treatment to improve both function and cosmetic outcomes. Creatine for Brain & Body A powerful segment focused on Creatine, especially Creapure®, highlighting benefits for:

    • Cognitive performance
    • Mood and depression support
    • Muscle strength and endurance

    Weight Loss & Full Body Transformation We wrapped up with the Fortifeye Fit Transformation System, combining:

    • Fortifeye Fit Meal
    • Fortifeye Rejuvenate
    • Creatine + myoHMB + Vitamin D

    Designed to help:

    • Burn fat
    • Build lean muscle
    • Improve total body health and appearance

    Plus, we took live caller questions and delivered real-world, practical solutions you can use immediately.

    #AskTheDr #DrMichaelLange #Omega3Truth #BrainHealth #CognitiveHealth #AntiAging #EyeRejuvenation #DryEyeRelief #OptiLift #LangeEyeInstitute #Biohacking #CreatineBenefits #Longevity #WeightLossJourney #Fortifeye #HealthyAging #Wellness #FunctionalMedicine #Aesthetics #HealthPodcast

    Support the show: https://www.drmichaellange.com/category/ask-the-doctor/

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    50 mins
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