#158: Jonathan Scheiman - Fitbiomics Decodes Elite Athlete Microbiomes Into VNella

On Episode #158 of the PricePlow Podcast, Mike and Ben are joined by Jonathan Scheiman, co-founder and CEO of FitBiomics, to discuss VNella, a revolutionary probiotic strain derived from the microbiomes of elite athletes. The conversation explores how this cutting-edge innovation optimizes endurance, reduces fatigue, and brings next-generation biotechnology to everyday health and performance. VNella: Optimizing Human Performance Through the Microbiome Dive into the science behind VNella, a first-of-its-kind probiotic that metabolizes lactic acid to fuel mitochondria, enhance recovery, and improve overall energy levels. Jonathan shares the groundbreaking journey of FitBiomics, from analyzing the microbiomes of ultra-endurance athletes to developing consumer products that benefit everyone from Olympians to everyday fitness enthusiasts. The trio also explore the role of athletes in product development, the broader applications of microbiome research, and FitBiomics’ ambitious vision to transform health and wellness through proprietary probiotics. This is a podcast packed with science, innovation, and practical takeaways for optimizing performance and well-being. Let’s dive in! https://blog.priceplow.com/podcast/jonathan-scheiman-fitbiomics-158 Video: Decoding Elite Athletes’ Microbiomes and Making VNella at Fitbiomics https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I2XWUZnpQP8 Detailed Show Notes with Jonathan Scheiman (00:00) – Introduction, Jonathan’s Background, and the Origins of Fitbiomics (06:00) – Development of FitBiomics Products (09:30) – The Science of VNella and Lactic Acid Metabolism (11:15) – Explanation of Gut Microbiome’s Role in Health and Performance (21:30) – Clinical Studies and Validation of VNella (30:30) – Practical Applications for VNella (45:15) – Athletes and Their Role in Product Development (50:45) – Big Picture and Future of FitBiomics (56:15) – Closing Thoughts and Call to Action Where to Follow Jonathan and Fitbiomics Jonathan Scheiman on LinkedIn @Fitbiomics on Instagram Fitbiomics News on PricePlow Thank you to Jonathan for coming on and educating us! Stay up to date with Fitbiomics’ latest news by signing up for PricePlow’s alerts below, and don’t forget to subscribe to the PricePlow Podcast and leave us a great review!