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The best way to get all your daily nutrients is through eating a whole food diet, but for many people that's not always possible to accomplish regularly. That's where supplementing comes in. Today, more options and brands are being marketed to consumers than ever before, making it hard to know what supplements are essential, where to start, and when you should integrate them into your routine. On this week's episode, Betina and Nic discuss what supplements they take and why they are integral to living a healthy life. They talk about which supplements may benefit listeners, the different formats of each, and when you should be taking them throughout the day. The couple covers protein powders, creatine, electrolytes, multivitamins, collagen, and pre & probiotics. 

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In this latest episode of The Leo Alves Podcast, I discuss the universe of dietary supplements, providing you a straightforward guide.

Discover the science-backed benefits of popular supplements like Whey Protein, Creatine, and Omega-3s. Unmask the risks associated with Yohimbe, Detox Teas, and misleading proprietary blends. Plus, find out if supplements like BCAAs, L-Carnitine, and Powdered Greens truly live up to the hype.

Perfect for those on a fitness journey, athletes, or anyone curious about nutritional supplements and well-being, this episode is your ultimate resource. Dive in to make informed decisions in a marketplace crowded with claims and marketing tactics.

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(01:14) Introduction to Beneficial Supplements

(01:35) Whey Protein Benefits and Usage

(03:33) Creatine Monohydrate: Boosting Strength & Performance

(04:52) Omega-3 Fish Oils: Heart and Joint Health

(06:47) Multivitamins: Filling Nutritional Gaps

(08:32) Vitamin D: Sunshine Supplement for Bone and Immune Health

(10:15) Unmasking Risky Supplements

(10:36) Detox Teas & Drinks: Realities and Dangers

(12:25) Yohimbe: Weight Loss Claims vs. Health Risks

(15:41) Proprietary Blends: What's Hidden?

(17:02) Energy Shots: Quick Fix or Health Risk?

(19:18) Debunking Overhyped Supplements

(19:47) BCAAs: Muscle Growth & Recovery Insights

(22:42) L-Carnitine: Fat Burning and Performance

(24:26) Fat Burners: Efficacy and Myths Behind Quick Weight Loss

(27:26) Test Boosters: Natural Testosterone vs. Supplements

(29:33) Powdered Greens: Are They Equivalent to Real Vegetables?

(30:41) Conclusion: Making Informed Supplement Choices

On this episode of Mindset Design Podcast, Arlin Moore shares his experience of achieving a state of being inspired and ecstatic. He recommends starting the day with no alarm, taking multivitamins and raw eggs, and doing breath work and meditation. He also suggests drinking celery juice with lemon and reading ancient texts for inspiration and energy among other routines and tips.

[00:00:01] Live ecstatically every day.
[00:01:59] Breathing, meditation, journaling, gratitude, stats.
[00:03:56] Managing solo lifestyle with AI, exercise, nature, overdelivering.
[00:06:14] Reading Bible, shopping local, celery juice hack.
[00:08:39] Inspired by timeless texts: Read, Eat, Walk, Swim.
[00:11:10] Engineer ecstatic energy: Exercise, nutrition, giving, family, customers.
[00:13:22] Living ecstatically in present.
[00:15:26] Trust uncertainty for growth.
[00:17:12] Living ecstatically: move, stillness, sweat.
[00:19:26] Engage one side, explore ideas.

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Faith Salie talks to Dr. Chiti Parikh, an integrative medicine practitioner and Executive Director of Integrative Health and Wellbeing at NewYork-Presbyterian and Weill Cornell, about supplements and multivitamins, when to take them, how to check for quality, and what to look for on the label.

Chances are, you’ve seen Ritual’s beautiful products somewhere on the shelves or on your screen. This week, Elizabeth welcomes Katerina Schneider, founder and CEO of Ritual, a personal health brand revolutionizing the health and wellness industry with unparalleled transparency. Struggling to find trustworthy prenatal vitamins during her own pregnancy, Katerina took matters into her own hands. She established a new standard of excellence in multivitamins and supplements, grounded in scientific research and complete traceability. Today, Ritual is one of the most reliable and respected brands in its category. Katerina talks about her holistic upbringing, her Ukrainian roots, and her previous ventures in investment banking and at Universal Music. She shares how Ritual is reshaping the industry with its focus on traceable ingredients, shedding light on the industry's lack of transparency, and the need for stricter regulations in the realm of supplementation. Katerina also imparts valuable insights into what consumers should consider when purchasing supplements. Tune in for an enlightening conversation with the visionary behind Ritual.

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Everybody’s relationship with fitness is unique, and for Ben Coomber it became the spark that led to losing 5.5 stone, creating 3 businesses and changing the lives of thousands.

We go deep with the high performance coach, speaker and entrepreneur about his battle with Long Covid, the honesty behind his Awesome Supplements, the true impact of weight loss organisations, how to take control of your path, and so much more.

This episode covers

• The catalyst for Ben’s stunning weight-loss journey
• Facing the challenges of military school
• The truth about regulation in the supplement industry
• A gruelling battle with Long Covid for over a year
• The negative impact of weight loss organisations

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In this week's episode, we are continuing the conversation about the things you need to consider if your child is on a vegetarian diet or considering a vegetarian diet. 

Last week in Episode 58 - Vegetarian Diets for Kids, I discussed the pros & cons of a vegetarian diet, and went over the important nutrients; Protein, Iron & Vitamin B12. If you haven't listened to Episode 58 - Part 1 of this vegetarian diet for kids series, you can listen here. 

In this episode, we will be looking at some of the lesser-known minerals and nutrients that you need to consider on a vegetarian diet. Particularly for children who have an increased need for higher concentrations due to rapid growth and development. 

These minerals and nutrients include:

Zinc:

• The role zinc plays;
• Why zinc is my favourite nutrient for kids as a naturopath;
• Some of the vegetarian sources of zinc;
• What to look for in a supplement.

Omega 3:

• The role Omega 3 plays;
• Its important role for the brain and nervous system;
• Why it’s important to be conscious of omega 3 when eating a plant-based diet;
• Plant sources of omega 3;
• The 3 sources of omega 3 - EPA, DHA, ALA.

Iodine:

• Importance for brain and cognitive function;
• Vegetarian sources of iodine;
• Practical ways to include more sea vegetables and seaweed in the diet.

Calcium:

• Why it’s important for those on a vegan diet, or those who are vegetarian and dairy-free (due to allergies and sensitivities);
• Importance of calcium not just for bone health - but for muscle health and nerve function;
• Best plant-based sources of calcium.

We hope you have found this podcast series on vegetarian diets for kids valuable. As always, we value your feedback and would love to know your key takeaways from the podcast. Head over to our Instagram page or send me an email and let me know your thoughts.

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If your family is consuming a vegetarian diet and you suspect your child may be lacking the above nutrients, you may be interested in supplementing with nutrients. Our naturopath Sarah can assist with organising blood work pathology and prescribing the correct nutrients for your child’s needs.

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Today on the podcast we will be discussing vegetarian diets for children. Are they healthy? Can kids get all the nutrients they need? And how you can ensure your kids won’t become deficient in nutrients from a vegetarian diet. 

The topic for this week’s episode was suggested by one of our listeners and we are always open to hearing your ideas for podcast topics, so get in touch with us via email or direct message on Instagram if you have any suggestions for podcast topics.

In this episode I will be discussing:

• The benefits of eating more plant foods;
• How all experts in the nutrition field agree on one thing and that is that consuming more plant foods will benefit your overall health and wellbeing by:
  • Reducing inflammation, 
  • Reducing many risk chronic health conditions;
  • Reducing our carbon footprint;
  • Improve microbiome diversity and gut health.
• The potential downsides of a vegetarian diet and I share a personal story of becoming a vegetarian in my late teens;

During the next two podcast episodes we are bringing awareness to some of the things you need to think about for vegetarian diets for kids and in this episode we talk about 3 main nutrients:

• Protein
  • The importance of protein;
  • Animal vs plant sources;
  • The importance of variety;
  • Practical ways to increase protein in the diet.
• Iron
  • The role of iron and why it's so important for children and women;
  • Signs and symptoms of deficiencies;
  • Iron testing;
  • Best plant-based sources;
  • The difference between Heme and nonheme iron;
  • Plant-based sources of iron have a lower absorbability rate;
  • Some nutrients and a specific probiotic for improving iron absorption.
• Vitamin B12
  • The role B12 has in the body;
  • Sources of B12;
  • Why vegetarians and vegans need to be careful of their B12 levels & screen for B12 deficiencies regularly;
  • Despite B12 being only naturally found in animal products - I discuss some of the ways vegetarians can increase their B12 levels.

We will be covering other important minerals to consider for a vegetarian diet in Part 2 which will be released next week.

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If your family is consuming a vegetarian diet and you suspect your child may be lacking the above nutrients, you may be interested in supplementing with nutrients. Our naturopath Sarah can assist with organising blood work pathology and prescribing the correct nutrients for your child's needs.

To book an appointment - click here. 

Come along to our masterclass '3 Surprisingly Simple Ways To Transform Your Kids' GUT HEALTH to Improve Behaviour, Immunity, Allergies and Fussy Eating"

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Come along to my upcoming masterclass to learn my 3 surprisingly simple ways to transform your kid's gut health to improve their behaviour, immunity, allergies and fussy eating.

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Resources for Finding a CSA Near You:

1. Local Harvest: http://www.localharvest.org/csa/ - LocalHarvest connects people looking for good food with the farmers who produce it. "Buying is about enjoying real food, grown yourself or purchased from people you trust. It's about developing strong local economies and producing food on a human scale. It's about eating seasonally, practicing the art of cooking, and sitting down to enjoy meals together. It requires ample local and regional producers, processors, and distributors. As we see it, the goal of the local food movement is to create thriving community-based food systems that will make high quality local food available to everyone."
2. USDA Local Food Directories, CSA Directory:  https://www.ams.usda.gov/local-food-directories/csas The CSA Directory lists farm or network/association of multiple farms that offer consumers regular (usually weekly) deliveries of locally-grown farm products during one or more harvest season(s) on a subscription or membership basis. Customers have access to a selected share or range of farm products offered by a single farm or group of farmers based on partial or total advance payment of a subscription or membership fee .
3. USDA National Farmer's Market Directory: https://www.ams.usda.gov/local-food-directories/farmersmarkets The Farmers Market Directory lists markets that feature two or more farm vendors selling agricultural products directly to customers at a common, recurrent physical location. Maintained by the Agricultural Marketing Service, the Directory is designed to provide customers with convenient access to information about farmers market listings to include: market locations, directions, operating times, product offerings, accepted forms of payment, and more.

Resources for Understanding U.S. Organic Labelling Laws:

1. Organic 101: What the USDA Organic Label Means: https://www.usda.gov/media/blog/2012/03/22/organic-101-what-usda-organic-label-means
2. Organic Foods: What You Need to Know: https://www.helpguide.org/articles/healthy-eating/organic-foods.htm
3. Understanding Organic Regulations (U.S.): https://www.ams.usda.gov/rules-regulations/organic
4. National Organic Standards Board: https://www.ams.usda.gov/rules-regulations/organic/nosb

Environmental Health: Pesticides, Toxins, GMO and Responsible Journalism:

1. The Environmental Working Group:   https://www.ewg.org/   The Environmental Working Group’s mission is to empower people to live healthier lives in a healthier environment. With breakthrough research and education, we drive consumer choice and civic action. "We are a non-profit, non-partisan organization dedicated to protecting human health and the environment."
2. Mother Jones Magazine:  https://www.motherjones.com/environment/
3. Civil Eats:  https://civileats.com/about/
4. YES! Magazine: https://www.yesmagazine.org/topic/environment/
5. The Non-GMO Project: https://www.nongmoproject.org/
6. FoodSlain Podcast:  https://pod.co/food-slain

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But since then, plenty has happened, especially based on Mira's advanced osteoporosis diagnosis that she went through when she was 30. Mira and Jayson decided to write a book on this (more details here: 7 Ways To Stop Bone Loss In Its Tracks & Build Unbreakable Bone Density).

An osteoporosis diagnosis can feel like a debilitating life sentence—one that leaves you feeling stuck with a future of prescription drugs that only might keep the condition from worsening. Mira Calton, CN and Jayson Calton, PhD have discovered a better way to prevent and even reverse the disease through the power of micronutrient therapy. The secret to building strong bones lies in the right combination of micronutrients— the vitamins, minerals, essential fatty acids, and amino acids in the foods we eat and supplements we take.

In their new book Rebuild Your Bones, the Caltons reveal how our dietary, lifestyle, and even supplementation routines may be depleting these essential micronutrients, and share the 40 healing habits scientifically proven to build stronger bones. They also provide an easy-to-follow plan to reverse these effects, including recipes and meal plans, exercise advice, and supplement recommendations. If you’re looking for a pharmaceutical-free way to restore your bone health, look no further—this is the definitive guide to safely and naturally stave off osteoporosis and reclaim your health.

• Diagnosed w/ advanced osteoporosis at age 30; had bone density of an 80 year old person
• Working from couch, delegating tasks to staff
• Met Jayson; had reversed osteoporosis within 2 years
• 40 "healing habits", all clinically proven in their own right, involving diet, lifestyle and supplementation

• Osteoporosis and osteopenia are viewed as "irreversible" diseases
• They are lifestyle diseases
• Bisphosphonates: drugs used to treat bone density issues
  • 10 year window max for being on these drugs
  • Many are 18-24 months (black box restriction)
  • Many have not even been tested on animals, yet are prescribed to humans
  • Implications include: cancer, punishing effects on the body
  • Quantity over quality: denser bones, but of poor quality; ineffective in preventing fractures
  • They deplete calcium, CoQ10, Vitamin C levels
• Unintended negative consequences of RANK-Ligand inhibitors (RANK-L):
  • Work similarly to how Omega 3 work in the body (reverse-engineered)
  • They bind to receptors in the immune system
  • Cause low levels of magnesium

• Wheat contains oxalic acid, phytic acid,
• Contains lectins and trypsin inhibitors
• Gluten contributes to leaky gut
• Amylopectin A:
  • Causes the body to over-secrete lectin (lets us know when we're full)
  • Inhibits bone density as a result

• Soak, sprout, ferment are good approaches
• Lectins are difficult to eradicate
• Steer clear of wheat and lectins while rebuilding your bones; occasional consumption
• Slowly reintroduce them, using aforementioned methods (soak, sprout, ferment)

• Caffeine has been shown to deplete micronutrients such as calcium and iron (but can be offset w/ dairy)
• Copious amounts must be consumed in order to have any negative effects
• The benefits outweigh the negatives
• Antioxidants are a plus
• Turns off body's ability to produce osteoblasts, which creates osteocalcin
• Organic coffee is recommended

• The notion that acid will "leak" calcium from your bones is a myth
• Antacids create more stomach acid
• Beware of info you find on the Internet
• Acid based foods help the body absorb more calcium
• Bone is 50% protein-body volume; you need protein to rebuild bones

• Omega 6 is essential fat; causes inflammation in the body (which isn't a bad thing)
• Omega 3 is anti-inflammatory
• "It's what our ancestors would have eaten in their diet. However..."
• Omega 6 and 3 do not offset each other; they're competing to absorb in the body
• First step to reducing inflammation: drive down Omega 6 to 4:1 ratio to Omega 3
• Many foods we regard as "healthy" are disproportionate in Omega 6 content
• First step: cut down on Omega 6 consumption
• EPA and DHA compete for absorption similar to Omega 3/6
• Ideal time to take calcium: right before exercise

• 93% of Americans are deficient in at least one micronutrient
• Most conditions are "long-latency condition" diseases
• Focus on diet and lifestyle before supplementation; but you can't fulfill micronutrient needs through diet alone
• MV is a "shotgun" approach to supplementation
• MV's are not effective because they compete w/ minerals for receptor sites in the GI tract
• ABC'S of optimal supplementation:
  • Absorption
  • Beneficial quantities and forms
  • Competition between micronutrients
  • Synergy between micronutrients
• Research study on commercial MV's:
  • More than half did not disintegrate within set time limit
  • "Bed pan pills"
  • Known to stop up septic systems
• Powdered MV's are best consumed when washed down w/ water
• AM and PM version of MV

• Most MV's do not contain Vitamin K2
• Many MV's have lost their potency by the time they reach the store shelf
• DL tocopherol is used in many MV's
• Each form of a vitamin is equally important
• Best form of calcium: Calcium potassium phosphate form (closest to bone structure)
• Most forms of Vitamin K2 is incompatible w/ calcium

- Book: Rebuild Your Bones: The 12-Week Osteoporosis Protocol 

- Calton Nutrition website

- Spectracell Micronutrient Analysis

-Book: Rich Food, Poor Food

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I'm a supplement geek.

I have been for a long time - ever since I was a fledgling bodybuilder guzzling creatine and a bright-eyed college student immersed in pharmacology and advanced human nutrition classes. But today's podcast guest - Dr. Hector Lopez - is a true wealth of knowledge. My own education in the realm of supplements pales in comparison to his.

Dr. Lopez, MD, CSCS, FAAPMR, FISSN is recognized for applying his uniquely diverse background in PM&R, spine and sports medicine, exercise science, nutritional biochemistry, metabolism and clinical research. He's the CMO and Partner of Center for Applied Health Sciences, a multidisciplinary clinical research organization focused on elevating the body of evidence within the dietary supplement, natural product, functional medicine and functional foods/ beverage industry, and he is Founding Partner of Supplement Safety Solutions, a comprehensive Pre-market and Post-market safety, Nutravigilance®, adverse event and cGMP regulatory compliance consulting company.

Dr. Lopez’s clinical career began as founder of multiple integrative orthopedic/ sports medicine facilities, and he has since moved on after his clinical career to become a highly sought after research scientist, product innovation, safety & regulatory key opinion leader in nutra-biosciences, dietary supplements, medical foods/ beverage industries. 

He is founder and managing director of an intellectual property discovery, incubation, development and tech transfer company whose goal it is to bring novel, bioactive compounds for out-licensing to the dietary supplement, natural products, functional foods/ beverage space grounded in science and safety. Dr. Lopez is a product developer and recognized consultant to professional athletes from the NFL, NBA, UEFA and MLB.

During our discussion, you'll discover:

-How Dr. Lopez got into the supplement industry...9:30

-Why Amazon is going to disrupt the nutrition supplements industry with their new "Elements" line (and what Ben thinks of this line)...27:30

-The shocking secrets Dr. Lopez has found in the nutrition supplements industry...34:00

-The difference between SOP and CGMP in the manufacturing facilities...39:30

-In an ideal scenario, what a nutrition supplement company should be doing with each supplement that they make...44:15

-What to look for on a nutrition supplement label, including what batch/lot the supplement came from, including NSF, Informed Choice/Informed Sport, Nutravigilance...50:30

-Some of the crazy new ingredients out there that Hector is most excited about...56:15

-Novel delivery mechanisms that go beyond things like encapsulation and tableting technology...1:05:15

-And much more!

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Aug 21, 2013 Podcast: New Ways To Sleep Better, How To Track Your Sleep, Should Blood Sugar Go Up When You Exercise, Are Fillers In Multivitamins Bad, Should You Get Your Knee Injected, and How To Eliminate Decision Fatigue.

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September 10 to 12, 2013: The Global Business Triathlon Conference is featuring Ben Greenfield as a speaker. Hilton London Metropole, London, UK - Join us for the premier global gathering of leaders of the triathlon business community. Enjoy three days of learning, networking and fun at the newly renovated Hilton London Metropole, conveniently located near the ITU World Championship activities in Hyde Park. Here is a link to the Facebook page for the London meetup with Ben Greenfield.

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If you're looking for a topic we covered in the past - we have released the Ben Greenfield Fitness Top Hits, Vol. 1. Including: 1. The Benefits of Fish vs. Fish Oil 2. The Best Ways to Stop Hair Loss 3. Increase Your Hematocrit & Oxygen Levels 4. Strengthen Your Immune System & Shorten the Duration of a Cold 5. Top 10 Ways to Boost Libido 6. Get Rid of Migraines Naturally 7. Become a Curvaceous, Lean, Ripped Female Athlete Without Destroying Your Health 8. Stop Side Stitches as Fast as Possible 9. Is It Possible for a Vegan to Be a Healthy Endurance Athlete 10. How Much Water Do You Really Need to Drink Each Day And of course, this week's top iTunes review gets a care package straight from Ben - leave your review for a chance to win one:

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Testimonial from Rolynn After reading some of Ben's articles, he was able to diagnose himself with gluten intolerance, clean up his diet and start setting some PRs in his races again (first ones since May). He also dropped 3lbs and felt much better and lighter. He could also feel his body getting cleaner. He really credits your articles on eating gluten free prior to race days and the 4 day detox challenge.

Heather says @ 00:25:32 Body Health just put out a new supplement called Healthy Sleep Ultra. It is a little expensive but she knows they make good quality supplements. She has sleep issues and has tried many things that you have suggested. If this is something new that might be able to help her, she is willing to spend the money but she wanted your opinion first. ~ In my response to Heather, I mention:

• Travacor by Nutriscience
• Neuro-5 HTP by Biotics
• CraveArrest by Designs For Health
• DirectLabs and is the NeuroAdrenal Expanded test.

Michael says @ 00:33:59 He uses the Sleep Tracker app by Innovative Sleep Solutions. They say it is 90% accurate as compared to a real sleep test. Do you believe them? Do you know of any sleep tracking apps or devices that might be better? ~ Here's where you can buy the Sleeptracker from Amazon and support the podcast.

Jason asks @ 00:43:21 He is a Type 1 diabetic, 31 years old, and is having trouble with his glucose readings in the morning. They jump very quickly, especially after exercise which he knows is normal. He has been counteracting the effects of exercise raising his blood sugar with some fast acting insulin but is looking for a better, more natural way, to control it. He has been IM from 6pm until noon and he follows a low-carb ketogenic diet. ~ In my response to Jason, I mention MPX100, but be careful if diabetic.

Jennifer says @ 00:54:01 She takes a lot of supplements (and I do mean a lot) and is concerned about the "other" ingredients in her supplements like: Vegetable Cellulose, silica, vegetable magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, dicalcium phosphate, vegetable stearic acid. She doesn't know what those are or how they impact the body. Could they be causing issue when taken in aggregate? ~ In my response, I mention porphyrin and toxin testing with Directlabs.

Will says @ 01:01:10 He has been diagnosed with a torn hip labrum. He also has very little cartilage left in his hip. His doctor wants him to try Synvisc. Do you have an opinion on that? Also, if he had $50/month to spend on supplements, what do you think would be the best way to spend that money? ~ In my response, I recommend Capraflex and fish oil.

Brian wrote @ 01:08:36 You recently talk about decision fatigue. Although I believe this is a problem for me on occasion I feel my problem is more decision overload. Too many variable in the grand scheme of is this the right day to do this work out, right time to eat this, right ingredients, right protein/fat/carb make up etc. It seems like there is always another level of decisions. What should I do to simply this? ~ In my response to Brian, I mention my article on decision fatigue and this NY Times article on decision fatigue. I also mention my "Don't Mow Your Lawn" article.

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News flash: lots of pills, capsules, tablets, and vitamins end up completely unabsorbed, in a pile of poo, in your toilet.

From liposomal glutathione to transdermal magnesium, the truth is that there are delivery mechanisms for vitamins, minerals, nutrients and any other pills you may be popping that are 5 to 20 times more potent than regular delivery mechanisms like simply swallowing a capsule or tablet.

But although they can literally give you a nearly unfair advantage when it comes to enhancing your performance, detoxing your body quickly, massively boosting your immune system or sparking a significant increase in your IQ... ...these delivery mechanisms fly under the radar.

Not anymore.  In today's podcast interview with Mark Joyner (pictured right), you're going to learn everything you need to know about how to deliver important nutrients to your body in much more efficient ways that simply popping a pill... Mark is the author of the Do-It-Yourself Nanotech Super Nutrients Guide and the biohacks, detoxes, and nutrient delivery mechanisms we discuss during the show (which he details in the guide) include:

-liposomal delivery

-nebulization

-vaporization

-sublinguals

-transdermals

-binding

-and much more.

Mark is an author, inventor, and serial entrepreneur. He is Founder and CEO at Simpleology, a web application that helps people and teams get more done faster.

Questions, comments or feedback on this podcast? Leave your thoughts at BenGreenfieldFitness.com. And remember: don’t screw around. Do your own research and understand what you’re working with before you mess around with any of this stuff.

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