Old Bull Health Podcasts

EP 71 Maintain or Improve?

Familiar with health cycles? Improvement is driven by cycles. Hear Donny talk about constant improvement and cycles. As we age, somethings gotta give, think metabolism, muscle mass, bone density, testosterlone levels, collagen levels, recovery time and more. Do you let this happen, preserve what you've got, or fight back hard but maybe risk injury?
 
You can build muscle after 50, ca...

EP 70 Berberine. Is this nature's Ozempic?
Berberine has been used for thousands of years in Traditional Chinese and Ayurvedic medicine for infections, gut health, and inflammation. But in modern science, it’s catching attention for blood sugar control, weight loss, and heart health.

https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0753332220303292
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S209517792...

EP 69: Health Gummies - Fad? Should you use them? Are they better or cheaper than the usual. Just the facts.

All the rage, or never heard of them? Should I use them? We discuss.

We try to stay on top of the trends. We see "health" gummies creeping in more and more, with more and more ingredient options. 

Vitamin gummies for kids have been around for a while. My first reaction was, "Let's rot their tee...

EP 68 NMN, NR and NADS - Does it work? Why trials are hard. The viewpoint of a long term user..

Heard of NMN, NR, or NADS? Someone told you at a BBQ these will keep you young, or maybe you saw a Facebook ad promising anti aging? We talk about NMN, NR, and then NADS, the 4 Yamanaka factors, and the Sirtuin Genes. We talk with Dr. Jason, who has a PhD, and has researched the topic, and who is also a long-term NMN user...

EP 67 SEMAGLUTIDE - Weight loss medication success, 1 thing your should know, and how to protect your weight loss investment.

Are you considering trying a weight loss medication such as Wegovy®, Mounjaro®, or Saxenda® in the new year? They can be expensive, but work. So what are some key long-term success considerations once you've decided and committed to start? How can you protect the investment you are making, or...

EP 66 The USA EPISODE - From one Donald to the other Donald.

We have a growing number of US listeners, for some reason, and unknown to us. We wanted to recognise them. So here is the American episode. Donny (AKA Donald) didnt see this coming, talking President elect Trump, and how he would and could fix the health of all Americans, if tapped on the shoulder. mmmmm..... 

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EP 65 Collagen - A big business for a reason.

Muscle, Ligaments, Joints, Skin Preservation. Got your attention?
This is a non negotiable in our view. My Physio got me onto it when I got injured. Have not looked back.

A podcast about why collagen is important as we age, the benefits and understanding, the different types of collagen, including marine v bovine collagen powder, and the fact that collagen powd...

EP 64 Protein. Muscle Insurance.

Mobility, capability, quality of life. Got your attention?
Then think about how you can preserve your muscle mass as you age.

A podcast about why protein is important as we age, the benefits and understanding, the different types of protein powder and the fact that protein powders are not all the same. Also the all important leucine amino acid.

Supporting studies an...

EP 63 GET THE BASICS RIGHT
Walk before you run. Literally.

We can get sucked into the latest trend or fad without building proper foundations. Get the basics right. If you are just starting out or a regular athlete. Portions, routine, nutrtion, supplementation. Build foundations for sustainability.

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EP 62: SUMMER BODY
High probability you will end up on the beach or at a BBQ with your shirt off. Act now before its too late.

Donny and Jem share new and revisit some of the antique podcasts to share key tips and the motivation behind getting healthy, and also getting rid of some of that hibernation layer. Don't wait. Listen and get on the summer body bandwagon. Get moving!

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EP 61: How to build a GRIT Mindset | Welcome Back | The Olympics & More.

Guess whose back. After 196 days we finally got back into the studio, fresh from the brief break. Jem Bolt, Donny SInge, and the most famous Scotsman, Alan.

The Olympics are on, a festival of sport, and a bunch of athletes with a Grit Mindset, and more. Donny has been busy writing for the Old Bull Blog and talks about how to build a ...

EP 60 That is a Rap (Wrap)

60 Episodes down. Its been fun. The wrap up of favourite episodes and key points from us opn the podcast journey, things to think about and remember when it comes to mens Health and supplements, whether its new, or you are an experienced athlete. We talk about testosterone, weight loss, exercise, starting to exercise, balanced diets and more. Bascially a bit of fun to to end the run year a...

EP 59 Exercise Reps, TTGR and Getting started, building up and your motivation - Talk

Reps

How many reps when you exercise do what?

TTGR - Structured all body exercise

A breakdown and routine that devliers in 2 weeks. Learn more.

Getting started

Start small and keep going. How will you get motivated and motivate yourself.
Living to 100 and more

 Learn about Blue Zones and watch the show. Posture. Get walking and more.<...

EP 58 PART 2 - Be your own Life and Leadership Coach with author Karen Stein

Part 2 of our chat with Karen Stein, author of the award winning "Be Your Own Leadership Coach".

Karen brings years of both formal training and experience in senior roles at Deloitte, to practical guide on how to be your own leadership coach. From identifying your strengths, values through to prupose and food for thought about what y...

EP 57 PART 1 - Be your own Life and Leadership Coach with author Karen Stein

This week we were lucky enough to have Karen Stein, author of the award winning "Be Your Own Leadership Coach" join us for an Old Bull health podcast.

Karen brings years of both formal training and experience in senior roles at Deloitte, to practical guide on how to be your own leadership coach. From identifying your strengths, value...

EP 56 Deciphering vitamin and mineral supplement intakes

UL probably the most important.

The highest average daily nutrient intake level likely to pose no adverse health effects to almost all individuals in the general population. As intake increases above the UL, the potential risk of adverse effects increases.

EAR Estimated Average Requirement 

A daily nutrient level estimated to meet the requirements of half the hea...

EP 55 If you use Vitamins & Minerals you should listen to this.
Many of us use vitamins & minerals and related supplements everyday. Not everyone understands how these are regulated, where they come from, and if they are registered Australian products. 

And yet many of us we put these into our body, everyday. 

This podcast is about understanding who regulates the Australian market, why, requirement...

EP 54 What is a balanced diet?
How many times have you heard the term "balanced diet", or "you can never replace a balanced diet". But what is this so called balanced diet? 

Just about every pack of vitamins says "should not replace a balanced diet". The NHS in the UK and the Department of Health & Aging both have a view on what a balanced diet is, including calculators for age and sex, and what foods you sho...

Beating Burnout Finding Balance - PART II

With the author and coach Melo Colarco.

You have listened to Part I, now part II is available with Melo, talking about burnout, stress and how to reach your full potential. Melo combines science, practical knowledge and mindfulness techniques with these life lessons he learned as he cycled and trekked his way around the world. 

Melo truly believes that everybod...