Q&A Session: Energy, Sleep and Supplementation with Joe Rignola
In this episode of the Field Notes Podcast, Dr. Rob Downey and Joe Rignola dive into a variety of health topics, focusing on supplements, energy, stress management, and sleep. Dr. Rob shares his personal supplement regimen, highlighting key vitamins, minerals, and anti-inflammatories that help him maintain optimal health despite the stresses of his medical career.
They discuss the importance of a simplified, effective supplement plan for overall well-being, as well as tips for boosting energy and sleep quality. The episode also explores immune support, gut health, and the role of morning sunlight in setting the body’s circadian rhythm.
(00:00) Introduction of hosts and Q&A.
(02:59) Dr. Rob’s supplement regimen discussed.
(13:39) Year-round immune support supplements.
(20:47) Tips for better sleep hygiene.
(24:49) Importance of morning sunlight exposure.

Joe Rignola
Founder of Wellconnected.tv, an an Entrepreneur, Filmmaker, and Best-Selling Author.
Joe Rignola is an entrepreneur, filmmaker, and best-selling author. He began his own health journey about 15 years ago while dealing with depression, severe digestive issues, weight gain, and blood sugar dysregulation.
After researching alternatives to the medications he was on, Joe was able to take control of his health and lose over 45 pounds by changing his diet and lifestyle.
Filled with gratitude for his newfound health and energy, Joe went back to school to study health and nutrition so he could help others along their journey.
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