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Science & Chill Clips #4: What an Ultrarunner Eats to Fuel Low-Carb Performance

June 22, 2021 15:27 - 6 minutes - 6.82 MB

In this podcast clip, ultrarunner Zach Bitter discusses what he eats during a typical day of training.   Listen to the full episode here.

Episode 32: Low-Carbohydrate Performance and Ultrarunning with Zach Bitter

June 21, 2021 10:05 - 1 hour - 119 MB

In this episode of Science & Chill, I interview ultra-endurance runner Zach Bitter. Zach is the previous world record holder in the 12-hour run on the track and the 100-mile run on the track (which he actually ran in the same race). He also holds the world record for the fastest 100 miles run on the treadmill. In this episode we talk about these records and put them into perspective, so you all will get an idea of how fast he is running these insane distances.  Zach is also a fascinating g...

Physiology Friday #24: Combining Time-Restricted Feeding with Exercise Enhances Fat Loss

June 18, 2021 13:19 - 3 minutes - 3.48 MB

In this episode of Physiology Friday, I discuss a study investigating whether 8 weeks of time-restricted eating added to a strength and aerobic exercise training program could enhance fat loss and improve cardiometabolic biomarkers to a greater extent than a normal eating regimen.   - Link to study: Time-restricted eating and concurrent exercise training reduces fat mass and increases lean mass in overweight and obese adults - Subscribe to the Physiology Friday email newsletter! - Listen...

Science & Chill Clips #3: Why Does Insulin Resistance Occur during Pregnancy?

June 16, 2021 16:05 - 4 minutes - 4.41 MB

In this Science & Chill podcast clip, Dr. Brittany Allman (UAMS) explains why insulin resistance develops during normal pregnancy, and how metabolism changes throughout gestation.   - Link to full episode - Listen on Apple Podcasts - Listen on Spotify - Become a supporter on Patreon - Donate to the podcast

Science & Chill Clips #3:Why Does Insulin Resistance Occur during Pregnancy?

June 16, 2021 16:05 - 4 minutes - 4.41 MB

In this Science & Chill podcast clip, Dr. Brittany Allman (UAMS) explains why insulin resistance develops during normal pregnancy, and how metabolism changes throughout gestation.   - Link to full episode - Listen on Apple Podcasts - Listen on Spotify - Become a supporter on Patreon - Donate to the podcast

Episode 31: Exercise during Pregnancy and Developmental Origins of Health and Disease with Dr. Brittany Allman

June 14, 2021 09:39 - 1 hour - 121 MB

In this episode of the podcast, I interview Dr. Brittany Allman. Dr. Allman is a postdoctoral researcher at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, where her areas of research include the maternal programming of obesity — how a mother’s health can influence the metabolic health of her offspring. She also is interested in the effect of obesity on mother and child health outcomes. Another promising area in which Dr. Allman is researching is exercise during pregnancy, and this was the...

Physiology Friday #23: Vaping and Traditional Cigarettes Cause Similar Cardiovascular Dysfunction

June 12, 2021 10:09 - 3 minutes - 4.65 MB

In this episode of the Physiology Friday podcast, I review a study comparing the effects of electronic cigarettes and traditional cigarettes on markers of vascular function, blood pressure, and heart health.   - Link to study: Long-term electronic cigarette exposure induces cardiovascular dysfunction similar to tobacco cigarettes: role of nicotine and exposure duration - Support the podcast on Patreon - Become a member of my website

Physiology Friday #22: How Alcohol Affects Your Arteries

June 12, 2021 10:05 - 4 minutes - 7.52 MB

In this episode of the Physiology Friday podcast, I discuss a new review paper summarizing the effects of acute and chronic alcohol consumption on blood vessel function.   - Link to study: The effects of alcohol consumption on flow-mediated dilation in humans: A systematic review - Donate to the podcast - Support the podcast on Patreon - Become a member of my website

Physiology Friday #21: Does Endurance Exercise Interfere with Strength Training Gains?

June 11, 2021 16:49 - 3 minutes - 5.46 MB

In this episode of the Physiology Friday podcast, I review a study investigating whether performing endurance exercise before a bout of strength training interferes with anabolic signaling pathways.   - Link to study: Aerobic exercise intensity does not affect the anabolic signaling following resistance exercise in endurance athletes - Support the podcast on Patreon - Become a member of my website

Science & Chill Clips #2: What are the different types of intermittent fasting?

June 07, 2021 14:13 - 4 minutes - 6.39 MB

In this Science & Chill podcast clip, Dr. Stephen Anton discusses the different variations of intermittent fasting (IF) and time-restricted feeding (TRF)   - Link to full episode - Become a supporter on Patreon - Donate to the podcast

Science & Chill Clips #1: The Importance of Leucine for Muscle Protein Synthesis (Dr. David Church)

May 27, 2021 14:55 - 8 minutes - 8.54 MB

In this Science & Chill podcast clip, Dr. David Church discusses whether the amino acid leucine is "special" in its effects on muscle protein synthesis.   - Listen on Apple Podcasts - Listen on Spotify - Support Science & Chill

Episode 30: Protein Metabolism, Muscle Signaling, and Sustained Military Operations with Dr. David Church

May 24, 2021 13:26 - 1 hour - 150 MB

In this episode of the Science & Chill podcast, I interview Dr. David Church. Dr. Church is a postdoctoral researcher at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, where his work involves many topics but primarily a focus on using stable isotope tracers to understand protein metabolism within the body. As you’ll hear in the episode, Dr. Church has an extensive training background in physiology; from strength and conditioning and sports science to specific pathways involved in muscle s...

Physiology Friday #20: Evening Exercise Benefits Metabolism More than Morning Exercise

May 21, 2021 09:46 - 2 minutes - 2.32 MB

In this episode of the Physiology Friday podcast, I discuss a study investigating whether exercising in the morning or the evening may confer more beneficial metabolic outcomes.   Links - Study: The effect of morning vs evening exercise training on glycaemic control and serum metabolites in overweight/obese men: a randomised trial - Join my website membership program - Donate to the podcast - Become a supporter on Patreon - Listen on Apple Podcasts - Listen on Spotify

Physiology Friday #19: Supplementing with Creatine Reduces the Need for Sleep

May 14, 2021 12:15 - 3 minutes - 3.12 MB

In this episode of the Physiology Friday podcast, I discuss a study in rats that investigated how creatine supplementation may affect the need for sleep.   Links - Study: Creatine supplementation reduces sleep need and homeostatic sleep pressure in rats - Join my website membership program - Become a supporter on Patreon - Listen on Apple Podcasts - Listen on Spotify

Physiology Friday #18: Using Heat to Enhance Endurance Performance and Strength Gains

May 07, 2021 14:19 - 2 minutes - 2.63 MB

In this episode of the Physiology Friday podcast, I discuss data on how heat may be a strategy to improve endurance performance as well as strength adaptations during resistance training.   Links - Join my website membership program - Listen on Apple Podcasts - Listen on Spotify

Physiology Friday #17: Histamines are Crucial for Exercise Training Benefits

April 30, 2021 14:41 - 2 minutes - 2.42 MB

In this episode of the Physiology Friday podcast, I review a study showing that histamines play a crucial role in mediating the beneficial effects of exercise on metabolic and cardiovascular function.   Links - Study: Histamine H1 and H2 receptors are essential transducers of the integrative exercise training response in humans - Become a supporter on Patreon - Join my website membership program - Listen on Apple Podcasts - Listen on Spotify

Episode 29: Intermittent Fasting with Dr. Stephen Anton

April 12, 2021 09:56 - 1 hour - 111 MB

In this episode of the podcast, I speak with Dr. Stephen Anton.   Dr. Anton is a leading authority on Intermittent Fasting and Chief of the Clinical Research Division at the University of Florida’s Department of Aging and Geriatric Research.   In this episode, we cover everything from the basics of intermittent fasting and time restricted feeding, to the specific cellular benefits that come from fasting. We also discuss a bit on how fasting and the ketogenic diet are similar but also som...

Episode 28 (SOLO): Sleep Loss, Blood Vessel Health, and Cardiovascular Disease

March 22, 2021 09:44 - 29 minutes - 44.1 MB

In this episode of Science & Chill, I discuss our lab's recently published systematic review on the effects of sleep deprivation on blood vessel health and function in adults.   Links - Read the Paper: Effects of Sleep Deprivation on Endothelial Function in Adult Humans: A Systematic Review - Sign up for my Physiology Friday newsletter  - Become a podcast supporter on Patreon - Check out my blog - Get your FREE LMNT sample pack - Donate to the podcast

Episode 27: Modern Nutrition, Exogenous Ketones, and Optimal Human Performance with H.V.M.N. founder Geoffrey Woo

March 08, 2021 13:50 - 1 hour - 61.9 MB

In episode 27 of Science & Chill, I interview Geoffrey Woo. Geoff is the CEO and founder of Health Via Modern Nutrition, or H.V.M.N. H.V.M.N. is a company who sells products including an exogenous ketone ester, nootropic supplements, and a keto food bar that is really out of this world. Please subscribe to Science & Chill and leave a rating and or a review if you’ve been enjoying the show. If you are interested in becoming a supporter of Science & Chill, you can do that in a few ways by bec...

Physiology Friday #11: Exogenous Ketones to Enhance Recovery from Exercise

March 05, 2021 17:34 - 6 minutes - 6.87 MB

Today's episode of Physiology Friday discusses a new review paper on the potential use of exogenous ketone supplements as a post-exercise recovery modality.   - Link to study: Ketones for Post-exercise Recovery: Potential Applications and Mechanisms - Sign up for the Physiology Friday newsletter  - Become a podcast supporter on Patreon - Check out my blog - What are Exogenous Ketones (H.V.M.N. blog) - Get your FREE LMNT sample pack - Donate to the podcast

Episode 26: Nutrition Quackery, Health Epidemiology, and Dietary Guidelines with Kevin Bass

February 21, 2021 20:32 - 1 hour - 170 MB

In episode 26 of Science & Chill, I interview Kevin Bass, who has been on my “to interview” list for quite some time, and we were able to finally make some time to record this episode. If you aren’t familiar with Kevin, he is a scientist and also a truth-seeker, experimenter, expert, and social-media presence in the area of nutrition. Kevin has become low-key famous on Twitter and elsewhere for his rants about nutrition and his recently scrutinized “quack list” — topics that we discuss in th...

Episode 25: Matt Fitzgerald on Running and Life with Post-Acute COVID-19 Syndrome

February 07, 2021 13:12 - 1 hour - 72.6 MB

In this episode of Science & Chill, I interview Matt Fitzgerald. Matt is an author, endurance sports coach, and certified sports nutritionist whose work has appeared in national publications including Bicycling magazine, Maxim, Men's health, and Outside magazine. Matt has written several popular books on the science and art of running and endurance sports including 80/20 Running, Racing Weight, How Bad Do You Want It, Diet Cults, Running the Dream, and his most recent book, The Comeback Quot...

Episode 24: Image Duplication, Scientific Integrity, and the Microbiome with Dr. Elisabeth Bik

January 25, 2021 00:26 - 1 hour - 90.6 MB

In this episode of the Science & Chill podcast, I speak with Dr. Elisabeth Bik. Dr. Bik is a microbiome scientist and science integrity advocate. She received her PhD from Utrecht University in the Netherlands. Her scientific work has included time at the Dutch National Institute for Health and the Stanford University School of Medicine. She is the creator of Microbiome Digest, a blog where she posts almost daily papers published in the area of the microbiome. She has also held roles as a s...

Episode 23: Regenerative Medicine, Lifestyle, and Biohacking with Dr. Nick Greiner

December 06, 2020 18:02 - 1 hour - 136 MB

In episode 23 of Science & Chill, I speak with Dr. Nick Greiner.    Dr. Greiner is trained and certified as a functional medicine physician who practices out of Pittsburg, Pennsylvania. His clinic focus on regenerative medicine therapies and he advocates using lifestyle interventions such as diet and exercise to improve patients' health.    In this episode, we talk about his practice, his philosophy on healthcare and how he tackles health from an integrative approach. We also dig in to s...

Episode 22: Dietary Nitrates for Health and Performance with Ravi Kumar

November 29, 2020 17:02 - 1 hour - 106 MB

In episode 22 of the Science & Chill podcast, I have a conversation with one of my great friends and fantastic scientist, Ravi Kumar.    Ravi is a PhD student in the department of Applied Physiology and Kinesiology at the University of Florida (we share a building!).    His lab focuses on the effects of dietary nitrate supplementation on muscle function and also conducts research in animal models of heart failure. Ravi recently published an article in the Journal of Physiology showing th...

Episode 21:The Runner's High (and Runner's Low) with Jack Butler

November 19, 2020 12:04 - 54 minutes - 82.3 MB

In episode 21 of Science & Chill, I have a conversation with my great friend, running partner, and lifetime "rival" Jack Butler.    We talk about the runner's high, runner's low, and other important topics.    This is the second time Jack has been on my podcast, also appearing on episode 9.   This episode was tailored for and released on Jack's own podcast, the Young Americans podcast. Check it out!   Links Listen to Science & Chill on iTunes and Spotify Support Science & Chill on ...

Episode 20: Black in Cancer and Cancer Biology with Dr. Henry Henderson III

October 19, 2020 14:57 - 1 hour - 109 MB

In Episode 20 of Science & Chill, I speak with Dr. Henry Henderson.    Dr. Henderson is a post-doctoral fellow in the department of Hematology/Oncology. His research focuses on understanding non-small cell lung cancer and improving therapeutic strategies targeting oncogenic mutations in Epidermal Growth Factor Receptor (EGFR) tyrosine kinase domain with a particular focus on mechanisms of sensitivity and resistance to agents used in clinical practice.   Dr. Henderson is also the co-found...

Episode19 (Re-release!): Blood Pressure, Nutrition, and Exercise Performance with Dr. Austin Robinson

October 15, 2020 19:22 - 1 hour - 87.8 MB

To recognize the ongoing #BlackinPhysiology week (October 12-16, 2020), I'm re-releasing this interview with Dr. Austin Robinson. ------- In this episode of Science & Chill, my guest is Dr. Austin Robinson from Auburn University.  Dr. Robinson is an expert in blood pressure, cardiovascular disease, and exercise. His main research interest focus on how blood pressure is influenced by lifestyle factors such as diet, exercise, and even race. We share a common research interest in the fact th...

Episode 18: (Re-release!) A Conversation on Race in Academia with Dr. NiCole Keith

October 13, 2020 13:42 - 1 hour - 82.6 MB

This episode was originally released on June 15, 2020, but I've decided to repost it in honor of "Black in Physiology" week (October 12-16, 2020). ------- In episode 13 of Science and Chill, I had the opportunity to speak with Dr. NiCole Keith, who recently took over as the 64th president of the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) -- becoming the first African American leader of the organization.  In addition to her role as president, Dr. Keith is a professor in the department of k...

Episode 17: COVID-19, Mental Health, and Life in the Emergency Room with Shivam Shah

September 12, 2020 23:05 - 1 hour - 129 MB

In this episode of Science & Chill, I have a conversation with my good friend Shivam Shah. Shivam and I graduated high school together back in 2012, and this was a great opportunity to catch up with him and learn about all of the awesome work he is involved in.    Shivam is a 4th year medical student at the University of Toledo. He's involved in several projects focused on mental health of medical residents during COVID-19 along with multiple other clinical trials, which we talk about exte...

Episode 16: Plant-based Diets and Heart Health with Dr. Monica Aggarwal

August 25, 2020 19:47 - 1 hour - 103 MB

In this episode of Science & Chill, I speak with Dr. Monica Aggarwal. Dr. Aggarwal is a cardiologist at the University of Florida, where she focuses on using lifestyle-based strategies, in particular plant-based diets, to improve patient health. She is a strong advocate for improving the quality of menus inside hospitals and is involved in several nationwide efforts to implement healthier food into our medical system. Whether you're plant-based or omnivorous, you'll love this episode.    ...

Episode 15: Protein Myths and Sports Supplements with Dr. Jose Antonio

August 08, 2020 19:44 - 1 hour - 112 MB

In this episode of Science & Chill, I speak with Dr. Jose Antonio. Dr. Antonio is The CEO of the International Society of Sports Nutrition (ISSN), which he founded in 2003. The ISSN is a non-profit academic society dedicated to promoting the science and application of evidence-based sports nutrition and supplementation. They are the world lead in science-based sports nutrition and supplement information, hosting annual conferences and publishing the latest science in the foundation’s very o...

Physiology Friday #6: Exercise after a Short-Term Fast Reduces Immune Function

July 03, 2020 19:06 - 8 minutes - 8.37 MB

In this week's installment of Physiology Friday, I review a study showing that short-term fasting combined with exercise may acutely impair immune system function.   Link to study: Combined effects of moderate exercise and short-term fasting on markers of immune function in healthy human subjects   Read about the study in this week's newsletter   Podcast links: Become a Patreon Supporter Subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts  Science & Chill YouTube Channel

Episode 14: Harvard Neurobiologists on Why Sleep Deprivation is Lethal

June 29, 2020 11:22 - 1 hour - 109 MB

In this episode of Science & Chill, I speak with three researchers from Harvard University -- Dr. Dragana Rogulja, Dr. Alexandra Vaccaro, and Dr. Yosef Kaplan Dor -- on the evolutionary origins of sleep, what the function of sleep is, and how a lack of sleep can be fatal (at least in flies and mice).  Their lab just published a study showing that sleep deprivation causes flies and mice to die after about 5-10 days, and provides a mechanism as to how this happens (hint...it involves the gut!...

Physiology Friday #5: How Spaceflight Changes Your Arteries

June 26, 2020 09:07 - 7 minutes - 6.74 MB

In this episode of Physiology Friday, I discuss a new study on astronauts that shows what happens to cardiovascular structure and function during 180 days of low-earth orbit.  Link to study: Arterial Structure and Function during and after Long-Duration Spaceflight   Podcast links: Become a Patreon Supporter Subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts  Science & Chill YouTube Channel

Episode 13: A Conversation on Race in Academia with ACSM President Dr. NiCole Keith

June 15, 2020 14:39 - 1 hour - 82.6 MB

In episode 13 of Science and Chill, I had the opportunity to speak with Dr. NiCole Keith, who recently took over as the 64th president of the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) -- becoming the first African American leader of the organization.  In addition to her role as president, Dr. Keith is a professor in the department of kinesiology at Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis -- or IUPUI. She also holds positions as the associate dean of faculty affairs in the school ...

Episode 12: Genetic Engineering and the Importance of Science Communication with Dr. Kevin Folta

June 01, 2020 16:03 - 1 hour - 85.3 MB

In episode 12 of Science & Chill, I interview Dr. Kevin Folta. Dr. Folta is a professor in the department of horticultural sciences at the University of Florida.  He received his bachelors and master’s degrees in biology from northern illinois university and his PhD in molecular biology from the University of Illinois at Chicago. He’s received various awards throughout his career including the National Science Foundation Career Award in 2008, the Howard Hughes Medical Institute Distinguish...

Physiology Friday Episode 4: Twice-Weekly HIIT Superior to Four Sessions per Week to Promote Endurance Adaptations

May 30, 2020 00:51 - 5 minutes - 2.04 MB

In today’s episode, I talk about a study looking at whether more or less (frequency) is better when it comes to high intensity interval training.

Episode 11: Obesity, Health Disparities, and Gender Equity in Academia with Dr. Michelle Cardel

May 25, 2020 16:38 - 1 hour - 64.2 MB

In episode 11 of Science and Chill, I interview Dr. Michelle Cardel.  Dr. Cardel is a researcher and scientist in obesity and nutrition and also a registered dietitian working in the Department of Health Outcomes and Biomedical Informatics at the University of Florida; she’s a fellow gator.  Dr. Cardel’s education background includes a Bachelor’s degree in biology from Florida State University, a Master’s degree in clinical nutrition from the University of Alabama at Birmingham, and a PhD ...

Physiology Friday #3: Ketone Supplement Fails to Aid Cycling Performance

May 22, 2020 19:41 - 9 minutes - 9.69 MB

In this week's installment of Physiology Friday, I discuss a recent studying showing that an exogenous ketone ester has no effect on glycogen utilization or high-intensity cycling performance above consuming carbohydrates alone.    Link to study: Exogenous ketosis impacts neither performance nor muscle glycogen breakdown in prolonged endurance exercise  

Physiology Friday Ep 3. Ketone Supplement Fails to Affect Glycogen Use or Cycling Performance

May 22, 2020 19:41 - 9 minutes - 9.69 MB

In this week's installment of Physiology Friday, I discuss a recent studying showing that an exogenous ketone ester has no effect on glycogen utilization or high-intensity cycling performance above consuming carbohydrates alone.    Link to study: Exogenous ketosis impacts neither performance nor muscle glycogen breakdown in prolonged endurance exercise  

Episode 10: Crossover with Kyle & Corey Unplugged

May 20, 2020 16:34 - 1 hour - 101 MB

In this special, off-beat episode of Science & Chill, I sit down with my great friends Kyle and Corey to record a "hybrid" episode of our podcasts.    The conversation is wide ranging, and we touch upon things like weight stigma, COVID-19, morning routines, sports, and much more. 

Physiology Friday Ep. 2: A High-Salt Diet Increases Blood Pressure Response to Exercise

May 15, 2020 22:23 - 5 minutes - 4.99 MB

In this week's episode of Physiology Friday, I discuss a recent study that investigated the effects of a high-salt diet on the blood pressure response to exercise and endothelial function. Enjoy!    Study: High Salt Intake Augments Blood Pressure Responses During Submaximal Aerobic Exercise

Physiology Friday #2: A High-Salt Diet Increases Blood Pressure Response to Exercise

May 15, 2020 22:23 - 5 minutes - 4.99 MB

In this week's episode of Physiology Friday, I discuss a recent study that investigated the effects of a high-salt diet on the blood pressure response to exercise and endothelial function. Enjoy!    Study: High Salt Intake Augments Blood Pressure Responses During Submaximal Aerobic Exercise

Random Show with Jack Butler: Running, Millennial Things, Immortality, and More!

May 11, 2020 17:25 - 1 hour - 70.4 MB

In this episode of the podcast, I interview my longtime friend Jack Butler. Jack and I met each other through the sport of running, and have continued our personal and athletic relationship to this day. Jack was also interviewing me for HIS podcast, so this is a bit of a two-way interview. We talk about our history in running, why we still run, and our thoughts on some of the more "cultural" aspects of running. In addition, we speak on some topics concerning human longevity and why we do o...

Episode 9: Random Show with Jack Butler: Running, Millennial Things, Immortality, and More!

May 11, 2020 17:25 - 1 hour - 70.4 MB

In this episode of the podcast, I interview my longtime friend Jack Butler. Jack and I met each other through the sport of running, and have continued our personal and athletic relationship to this day. Jack was also interviewing me for HIS podcast, so this is a bit of a two-way interview. We talk about our history in running, why we still run, and our thoughts on some of the more "cultural" aspects of running. In addition, we speak on some topics concerning human longevity and why we do o...

Physiology Friday Ep. 1: Can Sprinting for 4-seconds Every Hour Prevent the Negative Effects of Sitting?

May 01, 2020 18:47 - 9 minutes - 9.65 MB

In this week's installment of Physiology Friday, I review a recent study which looked at whether breaking up sitting time with short bouts of 4-second sprints could improve the metabolic response to a high-fat, high-carbohydrate meal the next day.    Relevant links Study: Hourly 4-s Sprints Prevent Impairment of Postprandial Fat Metabolism from Inactivity. Support the podcast on Patreon Subscribe on Itunes

Episode 8: Fat Adaptation, Ultramarathon Physiology, and Coaching Science with Jason Koop

April 25, 2020 18:46 - 2 hours - 130 MB

Jason Koop is the head coach for CTS-ultrarunning, where he has managed hundreds of coaches and athletes to ultra marathon running success. But he doesn’t just coach, Jason is a talented and experienced ultrarunner himself, having finished ultramarathon races including the Badwater 135, Leadville trail 100, and the Western States 100. Jason is also the author of the book “Training Essentials for Ultra Running: How to Train Smarter, Race Faster, and Optimize Your Ultramarathon Performance." ...

Episode 7: How a Lack of Sleep Affects Mitochondrial Health with Dr. Nicholas Saner

April 17, 2020 16:11 - 1 hour - 105 MB

In episode 7 of Science & Chill, I talk with Dr. Nicholas Saner, a clinical research administrator at the Baker Institute in Melbourne Australia. Dr. Saner completed his PhD in physiology from Victoria University, where his final project focused on the effects of sleep restriction on muscle protein synthesis and metabolic function. This paper caught my eye, and I wanted to interview Nick about this study in particular, as well as some of his other research pursuits, which have including ge...

Episode 6: Exogenous Ketones for Health and Performance with Dr. Brianna Stubbs

April 02, 2020 17:32 - 1 hour - 102 MB

In episode 6 of Science and Chill, I interview Dr. Brianna Stubbs, a translational scientist at the Buck Institute. Dr. Stubbs earned her PhD from Oxford University in metabolic biochemistry, where she began her work on studying the effects of exogenous ketones in health and performance. She continues this work at the Buck and has published many studies on how exogenous ketone supplements might be used for athletic performance, metabolic diseases, and neurological conditions. We talk ket...

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