The BEST Supplements & Tests For Babies & Children, Methylene Blue For The Brain, Does Cold Water Immersion "Ruin" Exercise Results & MORE! Solosode #483

Ben Greenfield

26 dic 2024

Episode description

In this solosode, you'll get to dive into some fascinating new research on "aeronutrients," revealing that your body can actually absorb essential nutrients like iodine, zinc, and manganese directly from the air through your lungs. You’ll also take a step back in time to explore how the ancient Greeks and Romans prioritized health and fitness, using simple (yet incredibly effective) strategies to stay fit and healthy despite their busy lives—and how you can incorporate these timeless practices into your own life for long-term vitality.

Additionally, you’ll uncover my top recommendations for brain-boosting supplements like omega-3s, Lion's Mane, L-theanine with caffeine, and methylene blue—backed by research (1, 2, 3) for enhancing cognition and protecting your brain. Tune in to discover how to use these to stay sharp, focused, and mentally resilient!

Full show notes: https://bengreenfieldlife.com/483

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Episode description

Full show notes: https://bengreenfieldlife.com/483

Episode Sponsors:

BEAM Minerals: If you want to up your mineral game, give BEAM Minerals a try. Go to beamminerals.com and use code BEN at checkout for 20% off your order.

Organifi Shilajit Gummies: Harness the ancient power of pure Himalayan Shilajit anytime you want with these convenient and tasty gummies. Get them now for 20% off at organifi.com/Ben.

Lagoon: Go to LagoonSleep.com/BEN and use the code BEN for 15% off your first purchase.

SiPhox: It’s more crucial now than ever to do regular health testing. SiPhox Health's kits can make this easy and seamless. Visit siphoxhealth.com/ben with code BEN to get 20% of

Mindsip insights from this episode:

Incorporate ancient Greek fitness hacks into your routine

The ancient Greeks and Romans stayed fit despite busy schedules by eating one meal a day and incorporating exercise into their daily commutes.

#exercise

#fasting

Utilize lung absorption for rapid effects of inhaled substances

Your lungs can absorb molecules up to 260 times larger than your gut can, explaining why inhaled substances act so quickly and effectively.

#digestion

#lungs

Absorb nutrients from air through aeronutrients

Your body can absorb nutrients like iodine and zinc directly from the air through your lungs, a concept known as 'aeronutrients'.

#nutrition

#zinc

Enhance memory and protect brain with methylene blue and red light therapy

Methylene blue enhances memory and protects the brain by improving mitochondrial function, with effects that are amplified by red light therapy.

#methylene-blue

#red-light

Utilize specialized health tests to assess your child's well-being

For a deep dive into your child's health, consider specialized tests like the Tiny Health gut test or the Zoomer and Cyrex food sensitivity panels.

#children

#testing

Boost children's cognition with B vitamins, iron, and DHA omega-3s

Research shows B vitamins, iron (for deficient children), and DHA omega-3 fatty acids are the most effective supplements for a child's cognitive development.

#cognition

#supplement

Limit cold water immersion to under two minutes for optimal muscle growth

Only long cold water immersions of 10-20 minutes have been shown to blunt muscle growth, while short soaks under two minutes are likely fine.

#cold-therapy

#muscle

Adopt optional chair mindset to increase movement throughout the day

Adopt the mindset that chairs are optional to find more opportunities to stand, stretch, and move throughout the day, even in meetings or at the airport.

#exercise

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