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Christopher Thomas Yes indeed! Recently I commented somewhere about the example of Joe Cocker who died of cancer, I believe? and apparently smoked heavily, his voice sounded like he was in pain, kinda reminded me of a chainsaw ripping thru plastic sheeting. And yet...think of others like The Rat Pack and another good example was Nat King Cole who left us waaay too soon due to lung cancer...HOW did those rich and beautiful voices hold up to the abuse?
Sammy Davis Jr. died of throat cancer from smoking and Dean Martin died from complications due to his alcohol addiction. "Frank Sinatra" was the only one who continued to sing into his older years. ALL of them sang wonderfully in their early years.
I'm in my mid-fifties. Since I gave up meat and dairy I can sing much high and lower ( much expanded range ) than I could in my teens and early twenties. Huge difference.
@@LadyAxe13 Nope. That's not how it works. Getting old is unquestionably BAD for the voice, ESPECIALLY when it comes to high-end vocal range and power. It's a no-brainer really when you understand how meat and dairy cause so much mucus to form and inflammation in the body. Most can get away with when you're young, but it will always catch up with you in later years.
I am now in my early 60's. I eat mostly a keto diet--loads of meat, fat and dairy. But I always allow several hours of fasting before singing. My voice has never been stronger or higher. Like the good Dr. says, everyone is different. My doctor can't figure out how all of my blood tests have improved so much. She said she wants to try the keto diet. Just like fasting, you don't do keto 365. Moderation.
Geoffrey Tester These threads are rather old. But, if one drinks coffee, milk of some sort should be added to help prevent acid stomach afterward. If I have nothing else to drink, I will take decaf coffee and powdered creamer to cut the bitterness . No milk and no sugar...which is another voice killer. Plain hot beverages are good for the voice. 😇
1 week ago I decided to completely avoid dairy. But coffee, sir I just can’t. Some black coffee with almond milk. I can’t with coffee. But it really improved my voice. I can sing almost without cracks
Thank you so much Dr Dan, this is actually a very great and big reminder. Yes, it happens to me when I drink milk especially it kind of makes a layer in my throat. I usually don't use anything(food or drink) that contains acids e.i. lemon, orange, etc when I have to sing or I do my vocal exercices because it kind of irritates my throat, using head voice is a bit harder in times when I use(food or drink) that contain some fruits that have citric acid especially. Thank you so much, I'm looking forward to learning new diets for singers.
Somewhat related to this topic is being in good physical health and exercising. I've found that combined with a healthy diet and training my vocal stamina and has increased greatly in my first year of vocals.
Another great vid, Dan. I am on medication and gave up alcohol completely over 2 years ago (not that I used to indulge every day anyway). I also cut down on milk because of the mucus/phlegm and have noticed a marked reduction in these. The singer's diet sheet on your vid is pretty much in line with my own diet, not just before singing, but generally, so even though this may be classed as a virtue that could be shunned by some, "I am pretty pleased with my little self!" Thank you once again.
I can only speak for myself, but I just realized that I can’t eat snacks like pretzels if I have a performance. I only found this out after I had some pretzel snacks and then later on I went to do some Warm Ups later. It was weird because I had drank plenty of water after my snacks but I could still literally feel some snack crumbs come up with every breath I took to sing and I had to stop my warm ups due to the affect of the crumbs on my voice. I’m thinking that perhaps I simply did not wait long enough after snacking to sing, but from now on, I’m just going to avoid that type of snack at least 24 hours before any of my performances or practices. I love the Singers Dietary suggestions in this clip and it seems easy to follow too. Thanks Dr. Dan:)
Dairy is my holy grail! Before a gig or rehearsal, I always eat ice cream before and it lubes my pipes up real well. I do sing primarily raspy and heavy. Do you think that’s why dairy helps my throat? Because I need more lubrication to keep good vocal health when doing high cost vocal qualities..?
Michael, I understand that the sensation you feel resulting from dairy helps your voice to 'feel' lubricated. This being said, it is important to note that no food or fluid goes directly to the vocal folds themselves.
when i eat an orange (citrus fruits) it adds a brighter texture to my voice and i feel easier to sing but now im confused cuz most people say its bad for the voice though i heard completely opposite
My last vocal coach told me to drink Throat Coat tea whilst singing. She also told me that olive oil was great for a sore throat and didn't hinder the vocal chords. She was very talented and competed in singing competitions.
Awesome... I Drink Half a Cup Water before eating Breakfast. I eat Egg and Tuna and Rice. Then Take my Vitamins and then Coffee and then I take CR then 30min. Later i Warm Up and then Practice my Singing to Keep Developing my Voice...
@@venessiag.6601 I feel my voice is clear and I feel good if I eat vegan and when performing mostly fruit, vegan chocolate and almond sugar free balls with dates, and roasted nuts without skin. Drink purified water only, but fruit is still the best to clear up voice and cleanse body
I don't have vocal nodules but whenever I try to sing a falsetto or head voice I sound like a person with vocal nodules or like a whistle not or a polyphonic thing, why?! 😭😭😭😭😭
Hai, Sir you have provided to everybody a quite valuable advice and information that how in a balanced moderation of the intake of hydrated foods e.g., vegetable etc., and controlled consumption of alcoholic beverages can direly improve the quality of your singing vocal performance and physical health in general. I wish to extend my heartfelt thanks to you for this endeavor !! And keep going...
Truth be told, I used to have horrific reflux which has absolutely given me vocal damage. It was very painful and nothing was working. Nothing until I cut out all animal products. I didn't even quit drinking, just quit animal products. Suddenly, the daily and painful reflux issues I had disappeared. My voice was repairing. It was amazing. Well... this month was my birthday month and I had cakes and some cheese (like a dumb). Not kidding you, the reflux came back just as bad. I didn't even eat meat, just dairy, and it was all back. See about going plant-based and check out if it helps your voice. :)
Before I started this video, I saw that pizza was one of the things you're not supposed to eat, and when I started it, I immediately got an ad got Dominoe's pizza 😂😂😂
If by Zzz you mean 'sleep,' then yes, a good night's sleep will benefit your singing. You can learn more here - th-cam.com/video/c34DeaHVfvA/w-d-xo.html
Dairy products increase production of mucus in bronchial tubes. That's a fact. I learned this at university (I am pharmacist). Now-thinking more about it-for example, most of the expectoration drugs work in brochial tubes as well as in nasopharynx and sinuses, so maybe also diary products can cause increased production of mucus in these areas, if they do it in bronchial tubes. That explains why some of you feel mucus in your throat after drinking milk. But this is just my deduction.
A few yrs ago I did hear about dairy mucking up our vocal cords. I laid off it and the congestion thing improved. I’m lactose intolerant now, so no dangers there! However, I recently forgot about the risks to the voice...and purchased regular milk again but also began taking those dairy-aid tabs. No digestive issues as a result. BUT I can feel a bit more mucus troubling me. So it’s back to almond milk next grocery visit! Almond milk tastes a lot better anyway. It costs twice as much as cow’s milk but it’s worth the price so that I can enjoy singing... 🤗🎤 Also, avoid SUGAR before singing, my peoples! And drink enough water! I’m very guilty of probably being a bit dehydrated, as I am small with a light appetite, hardly ever feel thirsty. Some people believe we should drink a half gallon of water per day. WHAAATT...? 😵🐬🌊
The active and beneficial enzyme for singers in Pineapple juice is called bromelain. Bromelain has anti-inflammatory properties. This being said, one would need to drink bucketloads of 'freshly squeezed' pineapple juice to derive any significant benefits for singing.
It was eating fresh fruit that gave us colour vision, not to mention the juice hydrates, the best fruits are antioxidant rich too.. and here i am still being a damn carnivore 😂🤣 still blueberries, blackberries pineapple mango are brlliantly juicy and SEEM to help.. so unless you have any allergies havin some extra fruit never hurts..
What about port Dr Dan? I recently heard another singing coach( on TH-cam) say she loves it and has a bit to help her with a rough feeling throat..of course not huge amount, but does it soothe to some extent?( apart from being yummy). Thanks as always, Lin.
Hey, Linda! Funny you should ask about Port...because as I respond to your question I am writing a new script for an up-coming video specific to alcohol. Personally, I think any consumption of alcohol prior to a singing performance is fraught with danger.
Yes! Ginger helps with inflammation, lemon gives vitamin C for immune system, and honey has antibacterial properties and prevents dry throat. All good for voice
Hey Dan, what about salt? I was reading it has effects on mucus production as well as obvious dehydration. If I try and counter act the dehydration with more water can I counter the effect? Also, what about spicy foods?
Do you have any recommendations for cigar smoking (without inhaling)? I know it's obvious that it's not an ideal thing to do as a singer and I'm fully expecting the "singers should never do this" response from people, but let's just say the singer IS absolutely going to do this, then given that it's going to happen, what would be the best way to do it? Like alcohol, I'd like to know what the balance is. As it has been occurring, I do not smoke one the entire week before I sing, but I sing about every weekend, so that means gigs Fridays and Saturday's, then smoke cigars all day Sunday (usually 2, but on occasion 3 of them). And none all week. That might be too much but If I could do one a week I'd love that, but if it has to be one every two or four weeks then so be it. Any thoughts? Thanks for your time.
I think I got nodules from reflux. They were tiny, well they're all tiny, but these were basically insignificant. I took some therapy and I never went back. I feel good. Is my voice affected from having these at some point?
thank you so much for this video - super helpful!!! I am battling with what was silent acid reflux and isn't silent anymore - I can feel it now not just after waking up but sometimes after eating, and fear I may have to give up coffee totally even though I am down to one cup a day. Baby steps! :)
I would like to buy that gadget you sell to clear mucus from the throat on my next payday -- would you please give me info concerning how much it costs, and where I need to send pymt? Thanks!
Lucy Hill, the following video about Breath Management (with Exercises) may prove helpful - th-cam.com/video/SEdCYhnStrk/w-d-xo.html&list=PLZFx6cLexy5GrnbHBaHX9atQG0fba1Vx-
I thought that alcohol might be good, because it can clean the thought and loosen the muscles, but it also makes sense to stay sober minded for a performance
Hi Dr. Dan, thank you for that wonderful video but I have a question in my mind. How to recover voice that was lost or idk after puberty. Most people today loses their voice after puberty. Do you have any advice to recover our voices?
Apparently, going by what E.N.T. once told me, acid reflux can also lead to a condition called "Barrett's Esophagus"- (which, for the record, is a pre-cancerous mucosal change which may or may not occur in the throat over time, due to acid reflux.) Now, while not everyone who suffers from acid reflux lands up with this condition- (it's actually a bloody rare condition), it IS still a risk, and those who develop Barrett's are apparently, more at risk of throat and laryngeal cancer than those who don't suffer from it- (and we all know the bloody damage them two buggers can cause!) I'm just passing on what E.N.T. told me, 'cos I thought that information might be beneficial to y'all. Peace and love.
This question is from curiosity rather than personal issues. I remember Before Whitney Houston died she gave a performance and her voice was much less than the stellar performances she was known for. I am sure there would be many circumstances that could account for that but do you think her cocaine habit may have been to blame? Or do you think it more likely to have been an unrelated issue?
@@uses0ap393 Milk is what makes kids become big and strong mate, my parents are asian 5'3,. I drank a lot of milk growing up and i'm 6'1... Not a great example but i feel like mill(calcium) played a huge part in my bone development, and i'm assuming i have dense bones as i have never broken a bone in my life
Ya that’s too much. Maybe they say that because of the quantity of calcium that we need. Milk, eggs or meat aren’t unhealthy, but you need to understand how much your body needs.
@@kimhornhem5399. As the tallest in my family, that maybe makes sense. When I was younger 3-12 I used to drink lots of milk. I am 1,90m. All my cousins are 1,80 or less, and most of them are 6+ years older than me. (I am 16). Nowadays I don’t drink milk anymore, cus it makes me the worst at singing
Given that I have two slices of peanut butter toast every morning, I guess it is Ok. But you must work with your own voice and sensations. If your voice feels dry after eating peanut butter, then it might be best to avoid it before singing.
Milk in no way causes me to create more mucus. I got off of milk for 1 month and then tried drinking a large amount of milk (about 4 cups) and I just had to pee a lot. lol
That's crazy that there's "no evidence" of dairy harming the voice. I had the lead role in a high school musical, and we had to basically cancel rehearsals the two or three times I had a milkshake after class because I literally couldn't sing. Although... maybe the coldness was a factor, too, and not just the dairy.
All my life, I've heard research change when it suits the industry. Coffee dehydrates you. Coffee doesn't dehydrate you. Eggs are bad for you, eggs are good for you. Don't drink too much. Red Wine is good for you. Reminds me of the guy that watched his health every day. Ate right, exercised, etc. He died at 40. Enjoy your life and your singing. One thing I see in ALL activities, people just OVERTHINK just about everything. Do you think Frank Sinatra didn't drink hours before he performed?How many professionals do you really think follow these rules, especially the alcohol one? If anything, it will help any stage fright you might have! Enjoy yourself.
meh diary is not even meant for the human body so i don't think the lack of evidence matters ... i dont have diary but still get that mucus .. any advice ?
Hey, Bethany. The mucus might be as a result of dehydration or reflux. Watch this video to learn more about reflux - th-cam.com/video/XAwsteNLH3s/w-d-xo.html
But i think milk with turmeric is good for throat ,as turmeric is a natural healer , it soothes our voice but obviously we shouldn't take it before a performance
Hello Hello You seem to explain things with your videos by cons it's a shame not to put the translation into French during the video thank you if you can do something continue
bonjou Bonjour Vous m'avez l'air d'expliquer bien les choses avec vos vidéos par contre c'est dommage de ne pas mettre la traduction en français pendant la vidéo merci si vous pouvez faire quelque chose continuer
I rebelliously ate 6 squares of chocolate after thinking I'd be fine... dairy product... I'm now kicking myself because I have that thick sensation on the back of my throat. Looks like I'll be waiting until Thursday to record. 🤣
Everyone is so different. Great video 😊
I'm glad you enjoyed the video Rebecca Vocal Athlete. Thanks for watching.
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@Ezekiel Julius thanks for your reply. I got to the site thru google and Im in the hacking process now.
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Isn’t it interesting that Frank Sinatra, Sammy Davis Junior and Dean Martin all sang amazingly well while both smoking and drinking?
I wonder how the hell THAT is. . .
Christopher Thomas Yes indeed! Recently I commented somewhere about the example of Joe Cocker who died of cancer, I believe? and apparently smoked heavily, his voice sounded like he was in pain, kinda reminded me of a chainsaw ripping thru plastic sheeting. And yet...think of others like The Rat Pack and another good example was Nat King Cole who left us waaay too soon due to lung cancer...HOW did those rich and beautiful voices hold up to the abuse?
Sammy Davis Jr. died of throat cancer from smoking and Dean Martin died from complications due to his alcohol addiction. "Frank Sinatra" was the only one who continued to sing into his older years. ALL of them sang wonderfully in their early years.
Some people have high vocal agilities , f
They couldn't have sang high cords tho like modern singing,and not everyone has a good voice while smoking and drinking alcohol, but I get your point
I'm in my mid-fifties. Since I gave up meat and dairy I can sing much high and lower ( much expanded range ) than I could in my teens and early twenties. Huge difference.
I'm glad to hear you found what works for you, Metal Guru.
I think that is the age difference kicking in, not ditching meat and dairy.
@@LadyAxe13 Nope. That's not how it works. Getting old is unquestionably BAD for the voice, ESPECIALLY when it comes to high-end vocal range and power. It's a no-brainer really when you understand how meat and dairy cause so much mucus to form and inflammation in the body. Most can get away with when you're young, but it will always catch up with you in later years.
@@LadyAxe13 teee hehe
I am now in my early 60's. I eat mostly a keto diet--loads of meat, fat and dairy. But I always allow several hours of fasting before singing. My voice has never been stronger or higher. Like the good Dr. says, everyone is different. My doctor can't figure out how all of my blood tests have improved so much. She said she wants to try the keto diet. Just like fasting, you don't do keto 365. Moderation.
I avoid Dairy every time I sing since it causes so much mucus! Also since I have acid reflux, I can’t have coffee! Thanks Dr. Dan!
Michaela Alcordo the flip side is that milk is an alkaline that neutralise acid helping to
Elevate hurtburn.
Geoffrey Tester These threads are rather old. But, if one drinks coffee, milk of some sort should be added to help prevent acid stomach afterward. If I have nothing else to drink, I will take decaf coffee and powdered creamer to cut the bitterness . No milk and no sugar...which is another voice killer. Plain hot beverages are good for the voice. 😇
And carbonated drinks
1 week ago I decided to completely avoid dairy.
But coffee, sir I just can’t. Some black coffee with almond milk. I can’t with coffee.
But it really improved my voice. I can sing almost without cracks
Thank you so much Dr Dan, this is actually a very great and big reminder. Yes, it happens to me when I drink milk especially it kind of makes a layer in my throat. I usually don't use anything(food or drink) that contains acids e.i. lemon, orange, etc when I have to sing or I do my vocal exercices because it kind of irritates my throat, using head voice is a bit harder in times when I use(food or drink) that contain some fruits that have citric acid especially. Thank you so much, I'm looking forward to learning new diets for singers.
Yes, acidity is a BIG one for many singers. It's all about learning what sets you off!
I found that dairy FOGS up my throat; I have to clear it constantly!
Me too, Karen!
Somewhat related to this topic is being in good physical health and exercising. I've found that combined with a healthy diet and training my vocal stamina and has increased greatly in my first year of vocals.
Yes. General fitness is paramount to efficient singing!
NEVER DRINK ALCOHOL BEFORE PERFORMANCE..
POST MALONE- *sipping them bud light*
Not even before karaoke?
@@meikerieger2899 idk
metal singers:
Hated Soldier I think they need it to add mo huskiness in their voice
Leading to vibratos like a goat
Another thing about alcohol is that people might be less careful not to talk loudly.
Yup. Excellent point!
Another great vid, Dan. I am on medication and gave up alcohol completely over 2 years ago (not that I used to indulge every day anyway). I also cut down on milk because of the mucus/phlegm and have noticed a marked reduction in these. The singer's diet sheet on your vid is pretty much in line with my own diet, not just before singing, but generally, so even though this may be classed as a virtue that could be shunned by some, "I am pretty pleased with my little self!" Thank you once again.
You're welcome Diane Shepherd. Thanks for watching.
Been singing for 60 years and have had a lot of trouble finding out these things from the pros. Seems to be top secret. Like your hat.
I'm addicted to my morning coffee, so glad to hear it's not off limits!
I can only speak for myself, but I just realized that I can’t eat snacks like pretzels if I have a performance. I only found this out after I had some pretzel snacks and then later on I went to do some Warm Ups later. It was weird because I had drank plenty of water after my snacks but I could still literally feel some snack crumbs come up with every breath I took to sing and I had to stop my warm ups due to the affect of the crumbs on my voice. I’m thinking that perhaps I simply did not wait long enough after snacking to sing, but from now on, I’m just going to avoid that type of snack at least 24 hours before any of my performances or practices. I love the Singers Dietary suggestions in this clip and it seems easy to follow too. Thanks Dr. Dan:)
I'm glad you enjoyed the video giftedsinger13. Thanks for watching.
Dairy is my holy grail! Before a gig or rehearsal, I always eat ice cream before and it lubes my pipes up real well. I do sing primarily raspy and heavy. Do you think that’s why dairy helps my throat? Because I need more lubrication to keep good vocal health when doing high cost vocal qualities..?
Michael, I understand that the sensation you feel resulting from dairy helps your voice to 'feel' lubricated. This being said, it is important to note that no food or fluid goes directly to the vocal folds themselves.
when i eat an orange (citrus fruits) it adds a brighter texture to my voice and i feel easier to sing but now im confused cuz most people say its bad for the voice though i heard completely opposite
My last vocal coach told me to drink Throat Coat tea whilst singing. She also told me that olive oil was great for a sore throat and didn't hinder the vocal chords. She was very talented and competed in singing competitions.
Your videos are on my daily watch list. Thank you for sharing this information.
Awesome... I Drink Half a Cup Water before eating Breakfast. I eat Egg and Tuna and Rice. Then Take my Vitamins and then Coffee and then I take CR then 30min. Later i Warm Up and then Practice my Singing to Keep Developing my Voice...
Luckytube2930 Official Channel what is CR?
So coffee is drinkable if you take vitamins and CR (what is that?)
@@venessiag.6601 I feel my voice is clear and I feel good if I eat vegan and when performing mostly fruit, vegan chocolate and almond sugar free balls with dates, and roasted nuts without skin. Drink purified water only, but fruit is still the best to clear up voice and cleanse body
I don't have vocal nodules but whenever I try to sing a falsetto or head voice I sound like a person with vocal nodules or like a whistle not or a polyphonic thing, why?! 😭😭😭😭😭
I love your videos. They have helped tremendously. Thank you so much.
I'm glad you're enjoying the videos Mónica León. Thanks for watching.
Hai, Sir you have provided to everybody a quite valuable advice and information that how in a balanced moderation of the intake of hydrated foods e.g., vegetable etc., and controlled consumption of alcoholic beverages can direly improve the quality of your singing vocal performance and physical health in general. I wish to extend my heartfelt thanks to you for this endeavor !! And keep going...
I'm glad you enjoyed the video Kulwant Chandel. Thanks for watching.
Once again thanks to you !!!
Beautiful!! Lovely information
Thank you
You're welcome Rajesh Pawar. Thanks for watching.
Truth be told, I used to have horrific reflux which has absolutely given me vocal damage. It was very painful and nothing was working. Nothing until I cut out all animal products. I didn't even quit drinking, just quit animal products. Suddenly, the daily and painful reflux issues I had disappeared. My voice was repairing. It was amazing. Well... this month was my birthday month and I had cakes and some cheese (like a dumb). Not kidding you, the reflux came back just as bad. I didn't even eat meat, just dairy, and it was all back. See about going plant-based and check out if it helps your voice. :)
I Love all Your Videos Dr.Dan very Helpful to Me... 😍😍😍
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Nicely put Dr. Dan!
Thank you!
My pleasure!
Dr. Dan do you have any input on how to cut down mucus if you already have a lot of build up?
Kevin Quinn, the following video about reducing mucus may prove helpful - th-cam.com/video/lXB0wu_WX4o/w-d-xo.html
Before I started this video, I saw that pizza was one of the things you're not supposed to eat, and when I started it, I immediately got an ad got Dominoe's pizza 😂😂😂
How do we train our lower registers and grow our range downward?
isaiah huerta, the following video about singing lower may prove helpful - th-cam.com/video/KQpyClQRC7M/w-d-xo.html
I'm with you Dan. Dairy items can really gunk things up for me.
Yes. I feel like I've layered my throat in moisturiser cream when I drink milk.
Dr Dan's Voice Essentials it would mean so much if you reply,Do Zzz help to improve your tone?
If by Zzz you mean 'sleep,' then yes, a good night's sleep will benefit your singing. You can learn more here - th-cam.com/video/c34DeaHVfvA/w-d-xo.html
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Thanks for your video. I used to be drink one bottle of beer before singing . I won't drink anymore beer now I've watched your video.
Thank you very much Dr Dan for this i really needed this informative post... 😊😊
You're welcome Himanshu Tiwari. Thanks for watching.
Dairy products increase production of mucus in bronchial tubes. That's a fact. I learned this at university (I am pharmacist). Now-thinking more about it-for example, most of the expectoration drugs work in brochial tubes as well as in nasopharynx and sinuses, so maybe also diary products can cause increased production of mucus in these areas, if they do it in bronchial tubes. That explains why some of you feel mucus in your throat after drinking milk. But this is just my deduction.
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Welcome to Voice Essentials, Rachel. Freya is wonderful.
@@DrDanRobinson She absolutely is :-)
A few yrs ago I did hear about dairy mucking up our vocal cords. I laid off it and the congestion thing improved. I’m lactose intolerant now, so no dangers there! However, I recently forgot about the risks to the voice...and purchased regular milk again but also began taking those dairy-aid tabs. No digestive issues as a result. BUT I can feel a bit more mucus troubling me. So it’s back to almond milk next grocery visit! Almond milk tastes a lot better anyway. It costs twice as much as cow’s milk but it’s worth the price so that I can enjoy singing... 🤗🎤 Also, avoid SUGAR before singing, my peoples! And drink enough water! I’m very guilty of probably being a bit dehydrated, as I am small with a light appetite, hardly ever feel thirsty. Some people believe we should drink a half gallon of water per day. WHAAATT...? 😵🐬🌊
Nice to know you a Australian based. Yah
Can pineapple juice be a good drink for singers? Please answer thanks
The active and beneficial enzyme for singers in Pineapple juice is called bromelain. Bromelain has anti-inflammatory properties. This being said, one would need to drink bucketloads of 'freshly squeezed' pineapple juice to derive any significant benefits for singing.
Would a bromelain supplement be benificial for sinus/blocked nose and to clear the throat/voice?
PS thanks for the advice on the video!
It will help to reduce any swelling in the vocal tract 'only' if you take it at least two hours either side of eating.
Thanks for your help and clarification :)
I really like Australians. Hello from geemany :-)
You mean Germany?
Geemany, India
Good thing I'm lactose intolerant
I don't have any dairy because I'm vegan, I drink soy milk or almond milk
Great...but still be aware of any changes to your vocal tract linings.
+Dr Dan's Voice Essentials how can I sing jess glynne take me home- the high parts I struggle with the other parts I'm okay with
Bethany Myers, the following video may prove helpful - th-cam.com/video/v2wx22lMvE0/w-d-xo.html
I am, too! Glad to meet other fellow veg's!
Almond milk is tremendous
Can I eat curd everyday
Wow thank you dr.dan
You're welcome reynaldo watuseke. Thanks for watching.
It was eating fresh fruit that gave us colour vision, not to mention the juice hydrates, the best fruits are antioxidant rich too.. and here i am still being a damn carnivore 😂🤣 still blueberries, blackberries pineapple mango are brlliantly juicy and SEEM to help.. so unless you have any allergies havin some extra fruit never hurts..
What about port Dr Dan? I recently heard another singing coach( on TH-cam) say she loves it and has a bit to help her with a rough feeling throat..of course not huge amount, but does it soothe to some extent?( apart from being yummy).
Thanks as always,
Lin.
Hey, Linda! Funny you should ask about Port...because as I respond to your question I am writing a new script for an up-coming video specific to alcohol. Personally, I think any consumption of alcohol prior to a singing performance is fraught with danger.
Fair call!
I love your videos 😘😘😘😘
I'm glad you enjoyed the video Sahebrao Koli. Thanks for watching.
I make my own tea (ganger, lemon, and honey). I wonder if thats actually good for my vocal cord?
It doesn't touch your vocal folds...but it might feel soothing to the throat.
Yes! Ginger helps with inflammation, lemon gives vitamin C for immune system, and honey has antibacterial properties and prevents dry throat. All good for voice
Tnx for videos. I try to do as you say. I hope I can improve my voice
You're welcome amirhossein noori. Thanks for watching.
Hey Dan, what about salt? I was reading it has effects on mucus production as well as obvious dehydration. If I try and counter act the dehydration with more water can I counter the effect? Also, what about spicy foods?
Interesting Seb. Will give this some thought and discuss in our next private singing lesson.
Do you have any recommendations for cigar smoking (without inhaling)? I know it's obvious that it's not an ideal thing to do as a singer and I'm fully expecting the "singers should never do this" response from people, but let's just say the singer IS absolutely going to do this, then given that it's going to happen, what would be the best way to do it? Like alcohol, I'd like to know what the balance is. As it has been occurring, I do not smoke one the entire week before I sing, but I sing about every weekend, so that means gigs Fridays and Saturday's, then smoke cigars all day Sunday (usually 2, but on occasion 3 of them). And none all week. That might be too much but If I could do one a week I'd love that, but if it has to be one every two or four weeks then so be it. Any thoughts? Thanks for your time.
I think I got nodules from reflux. They were tiny, well they're all tiny, but these were basically insignificant. I took some therapy and I never went back. I feel good. Is my voice affected from having these at some point?
Saul Contreras, the following video about nodules may prove helpful - th-cam.com/video/U-tk4Thfqh4/w-d-xo.html
Are Green chillies or Dry chillies bad for voice...Or Vocal chords...Plzzz answer n help me out...
Jay, chillies may contribute to reflux.
Dr Dan's Voice Essentials Aaahhh...
Really Thankful to u sir...for replying....
Dr Dan's Voice Essentials But R they r really bad for voice or Singing...??Should I give up eating them...??
Great video...what about all the processed food and harmful chemicals we are in contact with everyday? Also, what about flour and sugar?
If you're concerned about these things, then I encourage you to discuss these matters with your doctor.
Can i eat ....bananas,protein shake,honey,and oats plzzz tell urgent
thank you so much for this video - super helpful!!! I am battling with what was silent acid reflux and isn't silent anymore - I can feel it now not just after waking up but sometimes after eating, and fear I may have to give up coffee totally even though I am down to one cup a day. Baby steps! :)
I'm glad you enjoyed the video Caz9. Thanks for watching.
I would like to buy that gadget you sell to clear mucus from the throat on my next payday -- would you please give me info concerning how much it costs, and where I need to send pymt? Thanks!
Sure you can find out all the info and make a purchase here - www.djarts.com.au/product/personal-steam-inhaler/
why some times, does my throat "close" in the middle of a note
Lucy Hill, the following video about Breath Management (with Exercises) may prove helpful - th-cam.com/video/SEdCYhnStrk/w-d-xo.html&list=PLZFx6cLexy5GrnbHBaHX9atQG0fba1Vx-
I thought that alcohol might be good, because it can clean the thought and loosen the muscles, but it also makes sense to stay sober minded for a performance
isaiah huerta, the following video about the specific effects of alcohol may prove helpful - th-cam.com/video/bMhRFFRWIX8/w-d-xo.html
Hi Dr. Dan, thank you for that wonderful video but I have a question in my mind. How to recover voice that was lost or idk after puberty. Most people today loses their voice after puberty. Do you have any advice to recover our voices?
James, I think the following video will prove helpful - th-cam.com/video/R8kSCjHkbZM/w-d-xo.html
I'm careful with dairy in general. (I only have pizza weekly now and then). Not much in the coffee.
Weekly? Pizza is not only bad for singing voice, it's bad for health. Eat it once in 3 months lmao
Thank you!!! 👍💙😃
I'm glad you enjoyed the video Dorian Deffaratti. Thanks for watching.
thx so much this helped me so much
Glad it helped!
Apparently, going by what E.N.T. once told me, acid reflux can also lead to a condition called "Barrett's Esophagus"- (which, for the record, is a pre-cancerous mucosal change which may or may not occur in the throat over time, due to acid reflux.) Now, while not everyone who suffers from acid reflux lands up with this condition- (it's actually a bloody rare condition), it IS still a risk, and those who develop Barrett's are apparently, more at risk of throat and laryngeal cancer than those who don't suffer from it- (and we all know the bloody damage them two buggers can cause!) I'm just passing on what E.N.T. told me, 'cos I thought that information might be beneficial to y'all. Peace and love.
Yes, reflux can have a significant impact on your general health...not just your voice. Thanks for noting this Cockney.
You're more than welcome, mate.
Short-term, it don't half give you a sore throat. o.o
is.it ok if i drink green tea everyday with one cream
thank you!
I'm glad you enjoyed the video Deeksha A. Thanks for watching.
@@DrDanRobinson Your exercises are amazing! :)
My vibrato gets weaker & so as my high notes. What can I do???😥😥😥
Daisy Dukes, the following video may prove helpful - th-cam.com/video/7fqWTFOVAJs/w-d-xo.html
When you drink alcohol?
Damn you came out here with the facts
3:27 basically means that it makes you swollen
This question is from curiosity rather than personal issues. I remember Before Whitney Houston died she gave a performance and her voice was much less than the stellar performances she was known for. I am sure there would be many circumstances that could account for that but do you think her cocaine habit may have been to blame? Or do you think it more likely to have been an unrelated issue?
Whitney's drug dependency will almost certainly have contributed to her vocal deterioration.
Dr Dan's Voice Essentials thank you!
Does eating the bad foods only apply to short term say like 24 hrs. Or will these effect your voice forever?
A moment on the lips, a lifetime on the hips! There are both short term and long term effects from a poor diet.
How can I sing the high parts of jess glynne take me home
Bethany Myers, the following video may prove helpful - th-cam.com/video/v2wx22lMvE0/w-d-xo.html
I usually avoid dairy just one day before important days
What's odd is for me is that milk helps my heartburn and soothes my vocal cords. Am I the oddball in this case?
The US Department of Agriculture recommends that you keep consuming agriculture... hmmm... interesting
Lol when you start referencing the fact that agricultural companies suggest 3 glasses of milk a day.. I'm out lol
and milk is unhealthy actually, kind of like eggs.
@@uses0ap393 Milk is what makes kids become big and strong mate, my parents are asian 5'3,. I drank a lot of milk growing up and i'm 6'1... Not a great example but i feel like mill(calcium) played a huge part in my bone development, and i'm assuming i have dense bones as i have never broken a bone in my life
kimdotbong I assume I am stronger than 8 mountains lions because I have never been hurt by 8 mountains lions.
Ya that’s too much. Maybe they say that because of the quantity of calcium that we need. Milk, eggs or meat aren’t unhealthy, but you need to understand how much your body needs.
@@kimhornhem5399. As the tallest in my family, that maybe makes sense. When I was younger 3-12 I used to drink lots of milk. I am 1,90m. All my cousins are 1,80 or less, and most of them are 6+ years older than me. (I am 16).
Nowadays I don’t drink milk anymore, cus it makes me the worst at singing
Is peanut butter good for our voice? I sometimes feel like my throat is getting drying after eating it
Given that I have two slices of peanut butter toast every morning, I guess it is Ok. But you must work with your own voice and sensations. If your voice feels dry after eating peanut butter, then it might be best to avoid it before singing.
Ice glass also causes mucus
Milk in no way causes me to create more mucus.
I got off of milk for 1 month and then tried drinking a large amount of milk (about 4 cups) and I just had to pee a lot. lol
Thank you for this sir! Gonna share it right away 😊
I'm glad you enjoyed the video Nzunghe ABIA. Thanks for watching.
Brendon urie begs to differ about the Alcohol thing 😂
Right! Doesn’t he take a shot before he performs
@@venessiag.6601 Adam Lambert is better
Adam Lambert is better
That's crazy that there's "no evidence" of dairy harming the voice. I had the lead role in a high school musical, and we had to basically cancel rehearsals the two or three times I had a milkshake after class because I literally couldn't sing. Although... maybe the coldness was a factor, too, and not just the dairy.
I think dairy does cause more mucus which might make it harder to control your voice temporarily
The coldness probably also had to do with it though
All my life, I've heard research change when it suits the industry. Coffee dehydrates you. Coffee doesn't dehydrate you. Eggs are bad for you, eggs are good for you. Don't drink too much. Red Wine is good for you. Reminds me of the guy that watched his health every day. Ate right, exercised, etc. He died at 40. Enjoy your life and your singing. One thing I see in ALL activities, people just OVERTHINK just about everything. Do you think Frank Sinatra didn't drink hours before he performed?How many professionals do you really think follow these rules, especially the alcohol one? If anything, it will help any stage fright you might have! Enjoy yourself.
Tea usually I think 🤔
Ya one more thing can i eat spicy things as i am from india. ...
meh diary is not even meant for the human body so i don't think the lack of evidence matters ... i dont have diary but still get that mucus .. any advice ?
Hey, Bethany. The mucus might be as a result of dehydration or reflux. Watch this video to learn more about reflux - th-cam.com/video/XAwsteNLH3s/w-d-xo.html
At 4.22 when the bartender produces that jet of flame I see a man/ boy in the background which appears spooky.
I love U idol 😎🔥💗
truck dryness or cottonmouth while singing sucks s much
Im a singer and i love sweets.Im crying😣😣😣
Subtitulalo en español pls ;-;
“NEVER DRINK ALCOHOL BEFORE PERFORMANCE”
James Hetfield: Ahaha yeahhh yeahyeah
No one 'needs' dairy. People need calcium, very different...
Dark green leaves and nuts better balanced sources
@@colevandais exactly my point 😘
Dairy is bad in general
But i think milk with turmeric is good for throat ,as turmeric is a natural healer , it soothes our voice but obviously we shouldn't take it before a performance
I never had a problem with milk till nw !
Hello Hello You seem to explain things with your videos by cons it's a shame not to put the translation into French during the video thank you if you can do something continue
Do not drink bottle water. Fill your own durable water bottle with tap water. Ditch the plastic, singers!
AVOID ALCOHOL, SMOKING, MILK,DO voice Lip trills Daily. And SLEEP,DRINK WATER
bonjou Bonjour Vous m'avez l'air d'expliquer bien les choses avec vos vidéos par contre c'est dommage de ne pas mettre la traduction en français pendant la vidéo merci si vous pouvez faire quelque chose continuer
Can i eat potato chips?
Everything in moderation, Bhavya!
@@DrDanRobinson thanks☺
I rebelliously ate 6 squares of chocolate after thinking I'd be fine... dairy product... I'm now kicking myself because I have that thick sensation on the back of my throat. Looks like I'll be waiting until Thursday to record. 🤣
You can get dairy free, sugar free chocolate. Have that instead or make your own snacks especially to take to shows and eat inbetween sets