December 7, 2023
Welcome to Ben Greenfield’s Weekly Update!
In this weekly post, I share with you my most interesting discoveries of the week, including the latest news on the fronts of fitness, nutrition, health, wellness, biohacking and anti-aging research. I also recap my upcoming events and special announcements so you can stay tuned for learning opportunities, giveaways, sales, and more!
New Discoveries
Exciting news — My latest culinary creation, Kitchen without limitsit’s finally here!
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The effects of caffeine on exercise performance depend on your genes
Ever wonder if your genes play a role in how you respond to a pre-workout caffeine boost? An exciting one meta-analysis Just throw some light on it and the results are quite interesting…
The researchers looked at how different CYP1A2 genotypes (basically, your genetic makeup) affect your body’s response to caffeine, especially when it comes to exercise performance. The scientists looked at three different blood genotypes (AA, AC and CC, which refer to the type of hemoglobin found in one’s red blood cells) and analyzed how caffeine affected each.
For the AAs and ACs out there: Good news! Caffeine generally improved exercise performance. AAs saw a more significant boost than ACs, but both groups benefited.
But, among CCs, this is where it gets interesting. Caffeine actually reduced performance in this group. Additionally, the amount and timing of caffeine intake had a unique impact on CCs, affecting their physical performance more than those with other genotypes. For CCs, waiting longer after consuming caffeine led to better performance.
What does this mean for you?
If you’re a gym goer and love your caffeine, your genetic makeup may be more important than you think.
While some can enjoy their caffeine boost without worry, others may need to be more strategic about their caffeine intake, including how much and when.
So the next time you reach for that cup of coffee or a pre-workout supplement, remember – your genes may play a role in how effective that caffeine kick really is!
Most people don’t know which of these three genotypes they have, but it’s still useful information. Pay attention to how caffeine makes you feel when you work out. Are you more excited or do you turn off easily? Make adjustments based on your body’s feedback.
Note, if you want to determine your genotype to better understand how you metabolize different substances, various methods are availableincluding the electrophoresis method, the point-of-care test (POCT) kit, and the high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) method.
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Podcasts I’m recording this week:
Pro Baseball Pitcher Noah Syndergaard’s “Thor” Biohacking Routine, Must Read Books, Jet Lag & Travel Hacks & More.
This episode was brought to you by Nutrition Schedule (BEN code), Voori, Clearlight sauna (BEN code), Beekeepers (BEN code)and Pendulum (code GREENFIELD).
Q&A 465: How Fast Do You Lose Muscle If You Stop Lifting, If You Take A Multivitamin, Biohacks For Jetlag And More!
This episode was brought to you by Organifi, Joovv (BEN code), BiOptimizers Magnesium Breakthrough (code BEN10), BioStack Labsand Xtend-Life (code BEN15).
Podcasts I’ve appeared on recently:
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Product of the Week
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Feeling the holiday stress building up? You are not alone. The end-of-the-year rush, gift shopping, and family gatherings can really add to the pressure. But here’s some good news — I’ve discovered a game-changer to help you navigate the stress of this season: Stress Guardian.
Imagine finding peace from a supplement that also boosts your focus and resilience to stress. That’s where Stress Guardian from BiOptimizers comes in — your natural ally in dealing with life’s challenges.
With Stress Guardian, expect more than just stress relief. This is a comprehensive solution designed to support your body’s stress response system, particularly the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis, your body’s stress command center. You will have increased focus, improved performance under pressure, restful sleep, a strengthened immune system and a balanced mood.
What makes Stress Guardian different? It is the harmony of 14 carefully selected ingredients, each of which contributes to a strong stress response, including:
- Siberian ginseng for energy, reishi mushroom for relaxation and Schisandra berry for mental performance.
- Astragalus and goji berry for immune support and licorice root for hormonal balance.
- He Shou Wu for rejuvenation, Asian ginseng for mental clarity and Rhodiola as a powerful adaptogen.
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Upcoming events:
Elements of Vitality: December 8, 2023
Back to the vitals: This will be the second time my good friend Dr. John Lieurance and I team up to bring you the most effective and cutting edge health and wellness tips, protocols and some of our favorite tools. If you’re into health and wellness and want to stay on top of all the cutting edge, latest and greatest innovations and protocols, you don’t want to miss this event. Learn more here and use code GREENFIELD for 5% off at checkout.
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Kion Product of the Week: Kion Protein Bar
You know I’m a big fan of Kion.
They combine the purest natural ingredients into supplement supplements (and foods!) that help you unlock your body’s natural energy.
And their news Chocolate Crunch Protein Bar it is out of this world delicious.
Not only that, but it’s made with only real whole grain ingredients – giving it balanced macronutrients for clean, consistent energy.
The complex flavors and texture of Chocolate Crunch Protein Bar come from real, natural whole food ingredients like…
- Organic almonds
- Organic cocoa nibs
- Organic chia seeds
- Organic coconut
- Organic honey
It also contains 11 grams of satisfying protein from grass-fed whey protein isolate to support your active lifestyle.
I promise you will love this new protein bar. click here to try it.
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Ben
