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May 15, 2025 56 mins

You're about to get the inside scoop on intersection between state-of-the-art performance enhancers and longevity ingredients. 

You'll learn about overlooked molecules to build energy, mimic exercise, balance neurotransmitters, & bulletproof your nervous system.

From the foundations like hydrating coconut compounds, to designer substances like paraxanthine, T2, SLU-PP-332, 5-amino-1MQ, JBSNF-0088, and DNF-10. In this episode, you'll learn how to upgrade your molecular routine with BioHarmonized, high-performance ingredients that energize without the crash.

Meet our guest

Kyal Van Der Leest is a Nutritionist, Naturopath & Functional Health Coach turned supplement formulator

He founded LVLUP Health to create the kinds of products he wished he had access to during his clinical practice, retail experience & personal health journey. LVLUP's formulas blend evidence-based nutrition, functional medicine & various health modalities, targeting root causes & supporting multiple biochemical pathways

With a results-driven approach, Kyal designs supplements that actually work as promised, offering effective tools for those seeking real, lasting wellness

Thank you to our partners Key takeaways
  • Using inferior pre-workout supplements hinders progress due to inactive ingredients & overstimulation
  • Caffeine boosts performance but overstresses adrenals when overused, affecting gains & health
  • Choosing the right form of B vitamins supports neurotransmitter synthesis & avoids toxicity
  • High-quality ingredients lead to better supplement absorption & health benefits
  • Newer stimulants like paraxanthin boost energy without causing adrenal fatigue
  • Overloading one ingredient disrupts balance—use a well-rounded supplement approach
  • Support thyroid health with safe supplements to improve energy & metabolism
  • Regular detox practices like sauna use remove toxins &enhance performance
  • Take supplements wisely to maximize nutrient absorption & effectiveness
  • Supporting mitochondrial health boosts energy & resilience in modern life
  • In animal studies, the peptide epitalon (a bioregulator peptide) has shown to increase lifespan by around 30% in rats/mice
  • Some mainstream pre-workouts contain up to 500mg of caffeine per serving
Episode Highlights

4:30 Why the Industry Uses Inferior Vitamin Forms

8:37 Problems With Traditional Pump Ingredients

10:38 Breakdown of LVLUP's Pre-Workout Formula

21:19 Methylene Blue for Mitochondria, EMF Protection & Formulas

29:01 Supporting Detox for Weight Loss & Fat Burners

44:19 Oral Bioavailability & Dosing of Peptides

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