Healthy Aging, Collagen, Gut Health & Recovery Science with Dr Michael Lange & Dr Susan Summerton
Podcasts > Ask The Doctor - Dr Michael Lange
Saturday, 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
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