Episode #2420

Chris Masterjohn

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Chris Masterjohn, a nutritional biochemist and podcast host, joins to discuss mitochondrial health as central to aging and disease. They debunk the turkey-tryptophan sleep myth, explore supplements like CoQ10 and methylene blue, and cover thyroid function, seed oils, and heart disease.

What they talked about

  • Thanksgiving turkey and tryptophan myth
  • Red light therapy for eyesight and mitochondria
  • Methylene blue and mitochondrial testing
  • Creatine supplementation for vegans
  • Morning sunlight and mitochondrial function
  • Longevity benefits of gymnastics and pole vaulting
  • Seed oils, saturated fats, and heart disease
  • CoQ10 supplementation and food-first approach

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