In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin speak with Eric Trexler about supplements that actually work. Eric’s background in the fitness space. (1:09) How it is better to contextualize supplements through research. (2:57) How research can be used to cross-reference studies. (4:39) The challenging balance to strike between trying to integrate academic and non-academic sources of information. (8:01) Why he stopped looking for ah-ha moments. (9:26) A deep dive into his research on energy expenditure. (11:32) The complexity of the metabolism. (17:55) What are some things he would caution people about starting on their health & fitness journey? (22:42) Why the decline in testosterone? (25:03) What does the data show about how men can increase their testosterone? Specific forms of exercise? Macros and diet? (27:08) Can a high protein diet indirectly/positively affect testosterone? (36:26) Why a hormone that is not reacting to its receptor isn’t doing much good. (37:55) The compounds/supplements that data shows can make a significant difference in your testosterone levels. (40:28) The first category of supplements: Broadly accepted. (41:12) The second category of supplements: There is evidence, but academic studies debate. (46:47) The third category of supplements: Not essential, but data shows they have positive effects. (50:16) Make your sleep hygiene a routine. (1:01:17) Supplements that data shows can improve your quality of sleep. (1:03:00) His fascination with “the pump,” and compounds/supplements that data shows to have positive effects on sexual performance. (1:12:19) Why did he decide to work with Joy Mode? (1:31:45) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit Seed for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP at checkout for 20% off your first month’s supply of Seed’s DS-01™ Daily Synbiotic** Visit Joy Mode for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Promo code MINDPUMP at checkout for 20% off your first order** October Promotion: MAPS Symmetry or MAPS Strong HALF OFF! **Promo code OCTOBER50 at checkout** Burn: New Research Blows the Lid Off How We Really Burn Calories, Lose Weight, and Stay Healthy – Book by Herman Pontzer Energy balance and its components: implications for body weight regulation1,2,3 Energy expenditure and activity among Hadza hunter-gatherers Brown adipose tissue oxidative metabolism contributes to energy expenditure during acute cold exposure in humans The exercise-hypogonadal male condition and endurance exercise training Low-fat diets and testosterone in men: Systematic review and meta-analysis of intervention studies How To Increase Sensitivity And Density Of The Androgen Receptors? Reviewing the Evidence on Vitamin D Supplementation in the Management of Testosterone Status and Its Effects on Male Reproductive System (Testis and Prostate): Mechanistically Dazzling but Clinically Disappointing Mind Pump 1780: Why Blood Tests Are Overrated With Dr. Stephen Cabral The effect of boron supplementation on lean body mass, plasma testosterone levels, and strength in male bodybuilders Mind Pump #1910: How To Uncover Hidden Hormone Imbalances With Dr. Stephen Cabral Beyond tribulus (Tribulus terrestris L.): The effects of phytotherapics on testosterone, sperm and prostate parameters DIM — Health benefits, dosage, safety, side-effects Tart Cherry for Sleep - Supplements in Review The Effect of Korean Red Ginseng on Sexual Function in Premenopausal Women: Placebo-Controlled, Double-Blind, Crossover Clinical Trial Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources Featured Guest/People Mentioned Eric Trexler (@trexlerfitness) Instagram Layne Norton, Ph.D. (@biolayne) Instagram

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