Yesterday I spent Thanksgiving chasing my grandkids around the yard—tag, soccer, the whole nine yards. I’m 66 and I can still keep up. That didn’t happen by accident. It’s the result of daily investments in my health for decades—investments that cost money upfront but have spared me medications, surgeries, and a lower quality of life.
Your inbox is probably full of Black Friday offers. Skip the clutter and focus on what actually makes a difference. Below are the supplements and tools I use every day to help avoid medications and stay active for the people I love. These are the best prices I’ve seen this year, and after 40 years in practice I recommend them because they meaningfully support long-term health.
Here’s What I’m Stocking Up On For Black Friday
1. Magnesium – The Master Mineral
Magnesium does far more than help with sleep. It supports enamel remineralization, muscle relaxation, steady heart rhythm, and cognitive function. It’s a core nutrient your cells need to function properly.
Low magnesium often shows up in the mouth first. When salivary magnesium drops, enamel can’t remineralize as effectively, increasing cavity risk and gum inflammation. Over four decades I’ve seen patients who brush well yet still get cavities; many are magnesium deficient.
Many magnesium supplements contain only one or two forms, limiting absorption. The formula I take includes multiple highly absorbable forms to improve uptake and results.
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2. CoQ10 – For Your Cellular Power Plants
Mitochondria are the power plants of your cells. As mitochondrial function declines, so do energy, cognition, heart health, and even gum health. CoQ10 is essential for ATP production, the molecule mitochondria use to generate energy. Without adequate CoQ10, cells can’t produce enough energy to repair and defend themselves.
If you’re over 40 or taking statins, your CoQ10 levels are likely depleted. Gum disease is not just a dental issue—it’s tied to cellular energy. Healthy gum cells need energy to fight bacteria and heal.
This is the one I take – 20% off today (best price all year)
3. Prebiotic Toothpaste
After decades in practice I became frustrated recommending toothpastes I didn’t fully trust. Years ago I shared a DIY recipe that many of you made and reported improved tooth sensitivity, fewer cavities, and less gum bleeding. That feedback highlighted a gap: people wanted toothpaste that supports the oral microbiome rather than wiping it out.
So I co-founded Fygg and focused on ingredient selection to support beneficial oral bacteria. We completed a peer-reviewed study with Dr. Bennett Amaechi comparing Fygg to prescription fluoride toothpaste. Fygg performed better at remineralizing early cavities than 5000 ppm prescription fluoride and outperformed several nano-hydroxyapatite brands.
When I hear from people whose children’s cavities improved with Fygg, I’m pleased—and the research supports those reports. Your oral microbiome helps determine whether teeth stay strong or develop cavities and whether gums remain healthy or inflamed. Most conventional toothpastes kill both good and bad bacteria; Fygg feeds the good bacteria so they can protect you.
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4. Vitamin K2 + D3 – Directing Minerals Where They Belong
Many people take vitamin D, but far fewer take vitamin K2—and that’s important. Vitamin D increases calcium absorption, but without K2, calcium can be deposited in soft tissues and arteries instead of bones and teeth. K2 activates proteins that guide calcium into the skeleton and teeth and away from soft tissues, reducing the risk of vascular calcification.
I added K2 to my routine after reading the compelling science in Vitamin K2 and the Calcium Paradox. Not all K2 supplements are equal—form and absorption matter.
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5. Digestive Enzymes
Holidays, travel, and eating out are part of life. Digestive enzymes help when meals or timing aren’t ideal. As we age, enzyme production declines, which impairs nutrient breakdown and absorption—especially proteins and fat-soluble vitamins.
Taking digestive enzymes before meals supports proper breakdown in the gut, where absorption occurs. You’re not just what you eat—you’re what you digest.
Link to the ones I take – 30% off on Amazon today (best price all year)
Why I’m Spending Money on These Today
Many people are surprised by the life I lead at 66: mountain biking, skiing, babysitting grandkids, sprinting, traveling, and taking zero medications. The only surgery I’ve had was a knee operation in my 30s. None of this is accidental. It’s the result of consistent daily investments in health—years before I “needed” them.
If you’ve been postponing investing in your health, today is a good day to start.
– Dr. Mark Burhenne
P.S. No supplement or protocol replaces a dentist who understands the mouth-body connection. If your dentist doesn’t ask about sleep, diet, breathing, or gut health, you’re missing the bigger picture. Mouth breathing, tongue posture, and airway issues aren’t only dental problems—they’re systemic issues that manifest in the mouth first.