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by Gary Brecka
Gary Brecka is a Human Biologist, biohacker, researcher, and an anti-aging and longevity expert. His approach to health is simple: "Aging is the aggressive pursuit of comfort." For over 20 years, he worked in the life insurance industry predicting mortality. This meant if he got 5 years of medical records and 5 years of demographic data on you, the team that he was associated with could tell a life insurance company how long you had to live to the month. After years and years of doing this type of research and analysis, he decided he wanted to spend the balance of his lifetime helping people live happier, healthier, longer, more fulfilling lives. With this mission in mind, he created The Ultimate Human podcast. In this weekly podcast, Gary has exciting conversations with celebrities, athletes, entrepreneurs, and scientists and is thrilled to share their transformative insights with you. What's keeping you from being an ultimate human? Tune in to find out.
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- 4 days ago1h 25m
316. Dr. Alejandro Junger: Why Leaky Gut Is Behind Autoimmune Disease
Cardiologist Dr. Alejandro Junger joins Gary Brecka to explain how a leaky gut can confuse the immune system, why he believes dysbiosis sits behind most chronic conditions, and what the liver actually does during detox. He also covers how he uses L-glutamine, the foods and drinks he removes first, and his own experience with ibogaine and stem cells. Don’t guess, test. Click here to join Gary’s VIP Community: https://bit.ly/4ai0Xwg Connect with Dr. Alejandro Junger Website: https://bit.ly/4yI6IOm Instagram: https://bit.ly/4zUfz0v Facebook: https://bit.ly/4zi7weg TikTok: https://bit.ly/4zlvbdB Thank you to our partners A-GAME: “ULTIMATE15” FOR 15% OFF: http://bit.ly/4kek1ij AION: “ULTIMATE10” FOR 10% OFF: https://bit.ly/4h6KHAD AIRES: “ULTIMATE20” FOR 20% OFF: https://bit.ly/4a3Duze BAJA GOLD: “ULTIMATE10” FOR 10% OFF: https://bit.ly/3WSBqUa BODYHEALTH: “ULTIMATE20” FOR 20% OFF: http://bit.ly/4e5IjsV BREW: THE ULTIMATE COFFEE: https://bit.ly/4elHM82 COLD LIFE: THE ULTIMATE HUMAN PLUNGE: https://bit.ly/4eULUKp CYMBIOTIKA: “BRECKACYM30” FOR 30% OFF: https://bit.ly/4tjyluP GENETIC METHYLATION TEST (UK ONLY): https://bit.ly/48QJJrk GENETIC TEST (USA ONLY): https://bit.ly/3Yg1Uk9 GOPUFF: GET YOUR FAVORITE SNACK!: https://bit.ly/4obIFDC H2TABS: “ULTIMATE10” FOR 10% OFF: https://bit.ly/4hMNdgg HEALF: 10% OFF YOUR ORDER: https://bit.ly/41HJg6S PEPTUAL: “TUH10” FOR 10% OFF: https://bit.ly/4mKxgcn SNOOZE: LET’S GET TO SLEEP!: https://bit.ly/4pt1T6V WHOOP: JOIN & GET 1 FREE MONTH!: https://bit.ly/3VQ0nzW Watch the “Ultimate Human Podcast” every Tuesday & Thursday at 9AM EST: YouTube: https://bit.ly/3RPQYX8 Podcasts: https://bit.ly/3RQftU0 Connect with Gary Brecka Instagram: https://bit.ly/3RPpnFs TikTok: https://bit.ly/4coJ8fo X: https://bit.ly/3Opc8tf Facebook: https://bit.ly/464VA1H LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/4hH7Ri2 Website: https://bit.ly/4eLDbdU Merch: https://bit.ly/4aBpOM1 Newsletter: https://bit.ly/47ejrws Ask Gary: https://bit.ly/3PEAJuG Timestamps 00:00 - Introduction: Gut Health and Detox 05:21 - Three Diagnoses, Seven Prescriptions 06:53 - The Ashram Experience and Cosmic Consciousness 13:41 - His First Detox Program 20:07 - Constipation, Family Constellations and Coffee Enema 28:00 - What Detox Actually Means 29:15 - Liver Detox in Two Steps 31:21 - Real Food and the Elimination Diet 34:22 - How Ibogaine Works in the Brain 37:48 - Lowest Point and the Heart Portal 43:29 - Ibogaine Heart Risk and Monitoring 45:44 - Stem Cells for Back Pain 46:53 - The Three Brains: Head, Heart, Gut 48:35 - Gut Dysbiosis and Leaky Gut 56:27 - Autoimmune Disease and the Gut 01:01:48 - Shopping the Grocery Perimeter 01:03:46 - L-Glutamine and Gut Supplements 01:11:46 - How to Align the Three Brains 01:13:10 - Feet Awareness Exercise for Presence 01:22:07 - What It Means to Be an Ultimate Human Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not provide medical advice. It is not intended for diagnosing or treating any health condition. Always consult a licensed healthcare professional before making health or wellness decisions. Gary Brecka is the owner of Ultimate Human, LLC which operates The Ultimate Human podcast and promotes certain third-party products used by Gary Brecka in his personal health and wellness protocols and daily life and for which Ultimate Human LLC and / or Gary Brecka directly or indirectly holds an economic interest or receives compensation. Accordingly, statements made by Gary Brecka and others (including on The Ultimate Human podcast) may be considered promotional in nature. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- 1 weeks ago51 min
315. Why Cutting Processed Food Beats Keto and Carnivore - Daymond & Heather John
Daymond John and Heather John sit down with Gary Brecka to talk about the daily habits behind how they feel. Gary says it isn’t keto or carnivore that extends life, it’s cutting out processed food. They also get into blood sugar markers like glucose, A1C and insulin, why fasting hunger comes in 20 minute waves, the COMT worrier gene, matcha, and Heather’s parasite cleanse story. Don’t guess, test. Click here to join Gary’s VIP Community: https://bit.ly/4ai0Xwg Connect with Daymond John Website: https://bit.ly/4sfKAtn YouTube: https://bit.ly/4zGoH8P Instagram: https://bit.ly/4ejY8y4 Facebook: https://bit.ly/4zJa5FL TikTok: https://bit.ly/4sBrfTH X: https://bit.ly/4jSdyxl LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/4jzKYka Connect with Heather John Instagram: https://bit.ly/47Ad0Vh Facebook: https://bit.ly/4yASCyn Thank you to our partners A-GAME: “ULTIMATE15” FOR 15% OFF: http://bit.ly/4kek1ij AION: “ULTIMATE10” FOR 10% OFF: https://bit.ly/4h6KHAD AIRES: “ULTIMATE20” FOR 20% OFF: https://bit.ly/4a3Duze BAJA GOLD: “ULTIMATE10” FOR 10% OFF: https://bit.ly/3WSBqUa BODYHEALTH: “ULTIMATE20” FOR 20% OFF: http://bit.ly/4e5IjsV BREW: THE ULTIMATE COFFEE: https://bit.ly/4elHM82 COLD LIFE: THE ULTIMATE HUMAN PLUNGE: https://bit.ly/4eULUKp CYMBIOTIKA: “BRECKACYM30” FOR 30% OFF: https://bit.ly/4tjyluP GENETIC METHYLATION TEST (UK ONLY): https://bit.ly/48QJJrk GENETIC TEST (USA ONLY): https://bit.ly/3Yg1Uk9 GOPUFF: GET YOUR FAVORITE SNACK!: https://bit.ly/4obIFDC H2TABS: “ULTIMATE10” FOR 10% OFF: https://bit.ly/4hMNdgg HEALF: 10% OFF YOUR ORDER: https://bit.ly/41HJg6S PEPTUAL: “TUH10” FOR 10% OFF: https://bit.ly/4mKxgcn SNOOZE: LET’S GET TO SLEEP!: https://bit.ly/4pt1T6V WHOOP: JOIN & GET 1 FREE MONTH!: https://bit.ly/3VQ0nzW Watch the “Ultimate Human Podcast” every Tuesday & Thursday at 9AM EST: YouTube: https://bit.ly/3RPQYX8 Podcasts: https://bit.ly/3RQftU0 Connect with Gary Brecka Instagram: https://bit.ly/3RPpnFs TikTok: https://bit.ly/4coJ8fo X: https://bit.ly/3Opc8tf Facebook: https://bit.ly/464VA1H LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/4hH7Ri2 Website: https://bit.ly/4eLDbdU Merch: https://bit.ly/4aBpOM1 Newsletter: https://bit.ly/47ejrws Ask Gary: https://bit.ly/3PEAJuG Timestamps 00:00 - Introduction: How they met Gary 01:11 - 3 PM crashes and first oxygen session 04:27 - Low grade inflammation, big five 05:20 - Night itching and Heather's parasite cleanse 08:37 - Biological dentistry and cavitation surgery 10:29 - Everyday symptoms and detox basics 12:34 - The executive physical and Heather's push 15:53 - Fasting and 20 minute hunger waves 19:22 - The COMT worrier gene and menopause 22:32 - Supporting a partner's health journey 23:32 - Immune fatigue and processed food 26:38 - Toxin test and everyday plastics 29:29 - Blood sugar and the war on fat 33:17 - Oat milk, matcha and COMT 38:46 - Longevity centers and community 44:28 - CEO Access and corporate wellness 46:26 - What it means to be an Ultimate Human Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not provide medical advice. It is not intended for diagnosing or treating any health condition. Always consult a licensed healthcare professional before making health or wellness decisions. 09:19: Tooth-to-organ meridian charts are not a validated diagnostic tool. This is one person's experience. Numbness, chest or shoulder pain should be evaluated by a physician. 15:53: Multi-day water fasting is not safe for everyone, including people who are pregnant or breastfeeding, have diabetes or take blood-sugar or blood-pressure medication, or have a history of eating disorders. Check with your physician before fasting longer than 24 hours. 22:47: Blood-filtration therapies such as INUSpheresis are not FDA-approved for detoxification or longevity. Right-to-try laws vary by state and generally apply to people with serious illness. Talk to a physician before pursuing any experimental treatment. 29:56: Diabetes and poor blood-sugar control raise the risk of dementia and other conditions, but they are just one of many risk factors. Gary Brecka is the owner of Ultimate Human, LLC which operates The Ultimate Human podcast and promotes certain third-party products used by Gary Brecka in his personal health and wellness protocols and daily life and for which Ultimate Human LLC and / or Gary Brecka directly or indirectly holds an economic interest or receives compensation. Accordingly, statements made by Gary Brecka and others (including on The Ultimate Human podcast) may be considered promotional in nature. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- 1 weeks ago1h 12m
314. The Toxic Burden on Our Bodies. Teeth and Systemic Health - Dr. Jigar Gandhi
Dr. Jigar Gandhi returns to break down the detox order he uses with patients: parasites first, then mold, heavy metals. He explains how cavitations and mold in the jaw may stall detox, why a veneer seam can become a place for fungus to grow, how a liver flush fits in, and why glycine comes up with glyphosate. He also covers the tests he trusts, including the cone beam scan and DMPS provoked metals test. Don’t guess, test. Click here to join Gary’s VIP Community: https://bit.ly/4ai0Xwg Connect with Dr. Jigar Gandhi Website: https://bit.ly/4i91HrU YouTube: https://bit.ly/4B3oduX Instagram: https://bit.ly/4ifSz62 X: https://bit.ly/3WBERlB Thank you to our partners A-GAME: “ULTIMATE15” FOR 15% OFF: http://bit.ly/4kek1ij AION: “ULTIMATE10” FOR 10% OFF: https://bit.ly/4h6KHAD AIRES: “ULTIMATE20” FOR 20% OFF: https://bit.ly/4a3Duze BAJA GOLD: “ULTIMATE10” FOR 10% OFF: https://bit.ly/3WSBqUa BODYHEALTH: “ULTIMATE20” FOR 20% OFF: http://bit.ly/4e5IjsVBREW: THE ULTIMATE COFFEE: https://bit.ly/4elHM82 COLD LIFE: THE ULTIMATE HUMAN PLUNGE: https://bit.ly/4eULUKp CYMBIOTIKA: “BRECKACYM30” FOR 30% OFF: https://bit.ly/4tjyluP GENETIC METHYLATION TEST (UK ONLY): https://bit.ly/48QJJrk GENETIC TEST (USA ONLY): https://bit.ly/3Yg1Uk9 GOPUFF: GET YOUR FAVORITE SNACK!: https://bit.ly/4obIFDC H2TABS: “ULTIMATE10” FOR 10% OFF: https://bit.ly/4hMNdgg HEALF: 10% OFF YOUR ORDER: https://bit.ly/41HJg6S PEPTUAL: “TUH10” FOR 10% OFF: https://bit.ly/4mKxgcn SNOOZE: LET’S GET TO SLEEP!: https://bit.ly/4pt1T6V WHOOP: JOIN & GET 1 FREE MONTH!: https://bit.ly/3VQ0nzW Watch the “Ultimate Human Podcast” every Tuesday & Thursday at 9AM EST: YouTube: https://bit.ly/3RPQYX8 Podcasts: https://bit.ly/3RQftU0 Connect with Gary Brecka Instagram: https://bit.ly/3RPpnFs TikTok: https://bit.ly/4coJ8fo X: https://bit.ly/3Opc8tf Facebook: https://bit.ly/464VA1H LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/4hH7Ri2 Website: https://bit.ly/4eLDbdU Merch: https://bit.ly/4aBpOM1 Newsletter: https://bit.ly/47ejrws Ask Gary: https://bit.ly/3PEAJuG Timestamps 00:00 - Intro: biologic dentistry 01:45 - Gary’s cracked tooth 03:56- Tooth-to-organ meridian charts are not a widely validated diagnostic tool. This is one person's experience. Numbness, chest or shoulder pain should be evaluated by a physician. 12:37 - Symptoms linked to cavitation infections 17:01- Diagnosis should be made by a physician using validated tests. 18:30 - Parasite testing 23:16- 220% increase 25:01 - Large or repeated doses of Epsom salt can cause dangerous magnesium levels, and a flush can trigger complications in people with gallstones. Don't attempt one without physician approval. 32:42 - Sinus and mold cases 37:28- Antifungal drugs require a diagnosed fungal infection and a prescription. 41:33 - Sauna and cold plunge 42:54 - Dental metals and mercury 43:57- Provoked urine metal tests may not provide the most accurate results. 47:23- Chelating agents such as DMSA are prescription drugs approved for specific poisonings. They should only be used under the care of a physician after validated testing. 57:22 - Finding a biological dentist 59:57 - Veneers and hidden infection 01:11:33 - What it means to be an Ultimate Human Disclaimer: This episode is for educational and entertainment purposes only and is not medical or dental advice. The views and statements of guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of The Ultimate Human or Gary Brecka. Dr. Gandhi is a licensed dentist. The stories shared are individual experiences, and many of the approaches discussed, including biologic dentistry, cavitation surgery, meridian-based assessment, and detox protocols, are not supported by high-quality clinical evidence or by mainstream medical and dental organizations. Prescription medications mentioned should only be used under the care of a licensed physician after proper diagnosis. Do not stop, start, or change any treatment or dental care based on this episode. Talk to your physician and dentist first. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- 2 weeks ago40 min
313. The Passive Biohack for People Who Sit All Day - Brent Yates
Many weighted vests hang the load on your shoulders and leave your back to take the hit. Gary Brecka sits down with Brent Yates, author of The Gravity of Up, to break down how weight, compression and heat work together, why your tendons, ligaments and fascia need time to adapt, and where to start (3 to 5% of body weight). Plus the progressive load problem Brent is working on for military recruits. Don't guess, test. Click here to join Gary’s VIP Community: https://bit.ly/4ai0Xwg Connect with Brent Yates Website: https://bit.ly/3UdUpez YouTube: https://bit.ly/4hN5NFY Instagram: https://bit.ly/3TJCE6A Facebook: https://bit.ly/4dp5sYR TikTok: https://bit.ly/4yEa1Ht X: https://bit.ly/4dqQ8uM LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/4AQGLP2 Thank you to our partners A-GAME: “ULTIMATE15” FOR 15% OFF: http://bit.ly/4kek1ij AION: “ULTIMATE10” FOR 10% OFF: https://bit.ly/4h6KHAD AIRES: “ULTIMATE20” FOR 20% OFF: https://bit.ly/4a3Duze BAJA GOLD: “ULTIMATE10” FOR 10% OFF: https://bit.ly/3WSBqUa BODYHEALTH: “ULTIMATE20” FOR 20% OFF: http://bit.ly/4e5IjsVBREW: THE ULTIMATE COFFEE: https://bit.ly/4elHM82 COLD LIFE: THE ULTIMATE HUMAN PLUNGE: https://bit.ly/4eULUKp CYMBIOTIKA: “BRECKACYM30” FOR 30% OFF: https://bit.ly/4tjyluP GENETIC METHYLATION TEST (UK ONLY): https://bit.ly/48QJJrk GENETIC TEST (USA ONLY): https://bit.ly/3Yg1Uk9 GOPUFF: GET YOUR FAVORITE SNACK!: https://bit.ly/4obIFDC H2TABS: “ULTIMATE10” FOR 10% OFF: https://bit.ly/4hMNdgg HEALF: 10% OFF YOUR ORDER: https://bit.ly/41HJg6S PEPTUAL: “TUH10” FOR 10% OFF: https://bit.ly/4mKxgcn SNOOZE: LET’S GET TO SLEEP!: https://bit.ly/4pt1T6V WHOOP: JOIN & GET 1 FREE MONTH!: https://bit.ly/3VQ0nzW Watch the “Ultimate Human Podcast” every Tuesday & Thursday at 9AM EST: YouTube: https://bit.ly/3RPQYX8 Podcasts: https://bit.ly/3RQftU0 Connect with Gary Brecka Instagram: https://bit.ly/3RPpnFs TikTok: https://bit.ly/4coJ8fo X: https://bit.ly/3Opc8tf Facebook: https://bit.ly/464VA1H LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/4hH7Ri2 Website: https://bit.ly/4eLDbdU Merch: https://bit.ly/4aBpOM1 Newsletter: https://bit.ly/47ejrws Ask Gary: https://bit.ly/3PEAJuG Timestamps 00:23 - Introduction: Weighted Lifestyle and Sitting Risk 03:00 - Brent's Torn Supraspinatus and Lost Muscle 05:01 - Writing The Gravity of Up 08:08 - The Trainer Who Rebuilt Him at 47 10:28 - Why Standard Weighted Vests Hurt 13:04 - Weight, Compression and Heat Explained 16:10 - Women and Weighted Vests 17:11 - Starting at 3 to 5% of Body Weight 19:23 - Oxygen, Blood Flow and Passive Biohacks 21:55 - Military Recruits and Progressive Load 29:12 - Building Tendons, Ligaments and Fascia 30:55 - Meditation and Clearing Your Mind 35:24 - What It Means to Be an Ultimate Human 36:17 - Upgrading Gary to an 8.5 Pound Vest 38:48 - Gary on Authenticity and Intention Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not provide medical advice. It is not intended for diagnosing or treating any health condition. Always consult a licensed healthcare professional before making health or wellness decisions. Gary Brecka is the owner of Ultimate Human, LLC which operates The Ultimate Human podcast and promotes certain third-party products used by Gary Brecka in his personal health and wellness protocols and daily life and for which Ultimate Human LLC and / or Gary Brecka directly or indirectly holds an economic interest or receives compensation. Accordingly, statements made by Gary Brecka and others (including on The Ultimate Human podcast) may be considered promotional in nature. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- 2 weeks ago1h 5m
312. Perimenopause Symptoms Can Start in Your Late 30s - Dr. Remina Panjwani
You might think perimenopause is a 50s problem, but Dr. Remina Panjwani says it can start in your late 30s. She and Gary Brecka go through the early signs, from 3 a.m. wakeups and brain fog to a belly that changes no matter what you eat. They also cover why she prefers the DUTCH test over standard blood work, and how chronic stress and cortisol affect your hormones. Listen to Dr. Remina Panjwani on all your favorite platforms! YouTube: https://bit.ly/4hxX3ov Spotify: https://bit.ly/4j3Lruy Apple Podcasts: https://bit.ly/4hzIKjl Connect with Dr. Remina Panjwani Website: https://bit.ly/4zkxixJ YouTube: https://bit.ly/4zdExrk Instagram: https://bit.ly/475fR8E Facebook: https://bit.ly/4yBCaif TikTok: https://bit.ly/4znvZhR LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/4yBkJyp Thank you to our partners A-GAME: “ULTIMATE15” FOR 15% OFF: http://bit.ly/4kek1ij AION: “ULTIMATE10” FOR 10% OFF: https://bit.ly/4h6KHAD AIRES: “ULTIMATE20” FOR 20% OFF: https://bit.ly/4a3Duze BAJA GOLD: “ULTIMATE10” FOR 10% OFF: https://bit.ly/3WSBqUa BODYHEALTH: “ULTIMATE20” FOR 20% OFF: http://bit.ly/4e5IjsVBREW: THE ULTIMATE COFFEE: https://bit.ly/4elHM82 COLD LIFE: THE ULTIMATE HUMAN PLUNGE: https://bit.ly/4eULUKp CYMBIOTIKA: “BRECKACYM30” FOR 30% OFF: https://bit.ly/4tjyluP GENETIC METHYLATION TEST (UK ONLY): https://bit.ly/48QJJrk GENETIC TEST (USA ONLY): https://bit.ly/3Yg1Uk9 GOPUFF: GET YOUR FAVORITE SNACK!: https://bit.ly/4obIFDC H2TABS: “ULTIMATE10” FOR 10% OFF: https://bit.ly/4hMNdgg HEALF: 10% OFF YOUR ORDER: https://bit.ly/41HJg6S PEPTUAL: “TUH10” FOR 10% OFF: https://bit.ly/4mKxgcn SNOOZE: LET’S GET TO SLEEP!: https://bit.ly/4pt1T6V WHOOP: JOIN & GET 1 FREE MONTH!: https://bit.ly/3VQ0nzW Watch the “Ultimate Human Podcast” every Tuesday & Thursday at 9AM EST: YouTube: https://bit.ly/3RPQYX8 Podcasts: https://bit.ly/3RQftU0 Connect with Gary Brecka Instagram: https://bit.ly/3RPpnFs TikTok: https://bit.ly/4coJ8fo X: https://bit.ly/3Opc8tf Facebook: https://bit.ly/464VA1H LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/4hH7Ri2 Website: https://bit.ly/4eLDbdU Merch: https://bit.ly/4aBpOM1 Newsletter: https://bit.ly/47ejrws Ask Gary: https://bit.ly/3PEAJuG Timestamps 00:00 - Introduction: nervous system, burnout and menopause 04:22 - Regulate Before You Stimulate TED talk 06:09 - Early warning signs of burnout 07:31 - Morning breathing before your phone 11:14 - Menopause journey and frozen shoulder 13:40 - Perimenopause in your late 30s 17:30 - Joint pain and hormone therapy 18:18 - DUTCH test vs standard blood work 20:34 - Internal medicine to functional medicine 28:01 - Odd Girl Out and The Doctor Within 32:53 - How generational trauma gets passed down 38:37 - Spotting generational trauma in seven-year stages 40:21 - Hypnosis and vibroacoustic therapy 42:56 - Breathwork, HRV and heart-brain coherence 47:47 - Stress, cortisol and weight loss resistance 52:40 - Fasting insulin vs A1C and gut inflammation 55:26 - Gut testing, probiotics and fermented foods 58:57 - Why you can't outperform your nervous system 1:02:10 - Peptides for the right person 1:03:27 - What it means to be an Ultimate Human Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not provide medical advice. It is not intended for diagnosing or treating any health condition. Always consult a licensed healthcare professional before making health or wellness decisions. Gary Brecka is the owner of Ultimate Human, LLC which operates The Ultimate Human podcast and promotes certain third-party products used by Gary Brecka in his personal health and wellness protocols and daily life and for which Ultimate Human LLC and / or Gary Brecka directly or indirectly holds an economic interest or receives compensation. Accordingly, statements made by Gary Brecka and others (including on The Ultimate Human podcast) may be considered promotional in nature. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- 3 weeks ago8 min
311. Mold Toxins in Coffee: Why Organic Isn't Enough
Learn more about Ultimate Brew here: https://bit.ly/4elHM82 Shop The Ultimate Brew in-store at Sprouts October 7-October 27 Find a Sprouts near you here: https://bit.ly/4y19vlr Organic tells you how coffee was grown. It doesn't tell you whether it was tested for mold toxins or heavy metals. Gary Brecka explains why the coffee bean is really the seed of a fruit, how ochratoxin A was detected in 54.6% of more than 3,000 coffee samples in a 2024 systematic review, and why volcanic soil can bring lead, cadmium, and arsenic into your cup. Then he shows you what to check on your bag tomorrow morning. Don't guess, test. Click here to join Gary’s VIP Community: https://bit.ly/4ai0Xwg Thank you to our partners A-GAME: “ULTIMATE15” FOR 15% OFF: http://bit.ly/4kek1ij AION: “ULTIMATE10” FOR 10% OFF: https://bit.ly/4h6KHAD AIRES: “ULTIMATE20” FOR 20% OFF: https://bit.ly/4a3Duze BAJA GOLD: “ULTIMATE10” FOR 10% OFF: https://bit.ly/3WSBqUa BODYHEALTH: “ULTIMATE20” FOR 20% OFF: http://bit.ly/4e5IjsV COLD LIFE: THE ULTIMATE HUMAN PLUNGE: https://bit.ly/4eULUKp CYMBIOTIKA: “BRECKACYM30” FOR 30% OFF: https://bit.ly/4tjyluP GENETIC METHYLATION TEST (UK ONLY): https://bit.ly/48QJJrk GENETIC TEST (USA ONLY): https://bit.ly/3Yg1Uk9 GOPUFF: GET YOUR FAVORITE SNACK!: https://bit.ly/4obIFDC H2TABS: “ULTIMATE10” FOR 10% OFF: https://bit.ly/4hMNdgg HEALF: 10% OFF YOUR ORDER: https://bit.ly/41HJg6S PEPTUAL: “TUH10” FOR 10% OFF: https://bit.ly/4mKxgcn SNOOZE: LET’S GET TO SLEEP!: https://bit.ly/4pt1T6V WHOOP: JOIN & GET 1 FREE MONTH!: https://bit.ly/3VQ0nzW Watch the “Ultimate Human Podcast” every Tuesday & Thursday at 9AM EST: YouTube: https://bit.ly/3RPQYX8 Podcasts: https://bit.ly/3RQftU0 Connect with Gary Brecka Instagram: https://bit.ly/3RPpnFs TikTok: https://bit.ly/4coJ8fo X: https://bit.ly/3Opc8tf Facebook: https://bit.ly/464VA1H LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/4hH7Ri2 Website: https://bit.ly/4eLDbdU Merch: https://bit.ly/4aBpOM1 Newsletter: https://bit.ly/47ejrws Ask Gary: https://bit.ly/3PEAJuG Timestamps 00:00 - Introduction 01:16 - Why coffee beans can grow mold 03:36 - Heavy metals and volcanic soil 05:09 - Why organic isn't the same as tested 05:18 - How The Ultimate Brew was sourced and tested 06:47 - The first tested lot drops October 7th at Sprouts 07:07 - What a "lot" means and why this one is finite 07:29 - The Ultimate Human end cap (Oct 7–27) 08:07 - Check your own coffee's lab results 08:23 - Scan the QR code before you buy Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not provide medical advice. It is not intended for diagnosing or treating any health condition. Always consult a licensed healthcare professional before making health or wellness decisions. Gary Brecka is the owner of Ultimate Human, LLC which operates The Ultimate Human podcast and promotes certain third-party products used by Gary Brecka in his personal health and wellness protocols and daily life and for which Ultimate Human LLC and / or Gary Brecka directly or indirectly holds an economic interest or receives compensation. Accordingly, statements made by Gary Brecka and others (including on The Ultimate Human podcast) may be considered promotional in nature. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- 3 weeks ago1h 17m
310. Why You Aren't Absorbing Your Supplements - Chervin Jafarieh
You are what you absorb, not just what you eat. Integrative Health Philosopher and Researcher Chervin Jafarieh joins Gary Brecka to explain what happens when your gut can't absorb what you take. They cover how antacids, soda with meals and low stomach acid affect digestion, why cortisol can leave you short on digestive enzymes, how liposomes made from phosphatidylcholine carry nutrients past stomach acid, and why slow chewing helps your gut get more from meals. Shop Gary’s favorite Cymbiotika products here: https://bit.ly/4y3alOQ Click here to join Gary’s VIP Community: https://bit.ly/4ai0Xwg Listen to Chervin Jafarieh on all your favorite platforms! YouTube: https://bit.ly/46ShSVq Spotify: https://bit.ly/3VlHveP Apple Podcast: https://bit.ly/46QsHrc Connect with Chervin Jafarieh Website: https://bit.ly/3VGeJFM YouTube: https://bit.ly/4rCnug5 Instagram: https://bit.ly/4hUdCLi Facebook: https://bit.ly/3Traiy4 TikTok: https://bit.ly/4z5Jqmk LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3TvcTXy Thank you to our partners A-GAME: “ULTIMATE15” FOR 15% OFF: http://bit.ly/4kek1ij AION: “ULTIMATE10” FOR 10% OFF: https://bit.ly/4h6KHAD AIRES: “ULTIMATE20” FOR 20% OFF: https://bit.ly/4a3Duze BAJA GOLD: “ULTIMATE10” FOR 10% OFF: https://bit.ly/3WSBqUa BODYHEALTH: “ULTIMATE20” FOR 20% OFF: http://bit.ly/4e5IjsV COLD LIFE: THE ULTIMATE HUMAN PLUNGE: https://bit.ly/4eULUKp CYMBIOTIKA: “BRECKACYM30” FOR 30% OFF: https://bit.ly/4tjyluP GENETIC METHYLATION TEST (UK ONLY): https://bit.ly/48QJJrk GENETIC TEST (USA ONLY): https://bit.ly/3Yg1Uk9 GOPUFF: GET YOUR FAVORITE SNACK!: https://bit.ly/4obIFDC H2TABS: “ULTIMATE10” FOR 10% OFF: https://bit.ly/4hMNdgg HEALF: 10% OFF YOUR ORDER: https://bit.ly/41HJg6S PEPTUAL: “TUH10” FOR 10% OFF: https://bit.ly/4mKxgcn SNOOZE: LET’S GET TO SLEEP!: https://bit.ly/4pt1T6V WHOOP: JOIN & GET 1 FREE MONTH!: https://bit.ly/3VQ0nzW Watch the “Ultimate Human Podcast” every Tuesday & Thursday at 9AM EST: YouTube: https://bit.ly/3RPQYX8 Podcasts: https://bit.ly/3RQftU0 Connect with Gary Brecka Instagram: https://bit.ly/3RPpnFs TikTok: https://bit.ly/4coJ8fo X: https://bit.ly/3Opc8tf Facebook: https://bit.ly/464VA1H LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/4hH7Ri2 Website: https://bit.ly/4eLDbdU Merch: https://bit.ly/4aBpOM1 Newsletter: https://bit.ly/47ejrws Ask Gary: https://bit.ly/3PEAJuG Timestamps 00:00 - Introduction: supplement absorption and gut health 02:16 - Ayurveda, biodynamics and soil science 07:54 - Blue Zones and the soil microbiome 10:51 - Gut-brain connection and serotonin 13:23 - Why single-nutrient supplements fall short 24:18 - What a liposome actually is 26:53 - Gut issues that block nutrient absorption 29:09 - Cavitations and cone-beam X-rays 32:00 - Chewing slowly and digestion 35:43 - Where to start fixing your gut 37:47 - Antacids, apple cider vinegar and stomach pH 40:25 - Postbiotics, butyrate and antibiotics 42:31 - Food combining and bloating 45:38 - Why fasting hunger comes in waves 46:45 - Glutathione and the liver 50:26 - How raw colostrum is sourced 53:28 - Chervin's daily routine 01:01:00 - Menopause and women's supplementation 01:06:26 - Magnesium, night waking and bowels 01:08:27 - Why your body must feel safe to sleep 01:14:24 - What it means to be an ultimate human Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not provide medical advice. It is not intended for diagnosing or treating any health condition. Always consult a licensed healthcare professional before making health or wellness decisions. Gary Brecka is the owner of Ultimate Human, LLC which operates The Ultimate Human podcast and promotes certain third-party products used by Gary Brecka in his personal health and wellness protocols and daily life and for which Ultimate Human LLC and / or Gary Brecka directly or indirectly holds an economic interest or receives compensation. Accordingly, statements made by Gary Brecka and others (including on The Ultimate Human podcast) may be considered promotional in nature. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- Oct 1, 20267 min
309. How to Test Your Waist-to-Height Ratio
You might think being "skinny fat" is just about looking soft under your clothes, but a 2023 study found 26% of normal-weight men and 38% of normal-weight women actually had excess body fat their BMI never showed. The real name for it is normal weight obesity, and your scale, your mirror, and your last physical all miss it. This episode covers the four numbers that actually catch it, and the three things that fix it. Click here to join Gary’s VIP Community: https://bit.ly/4ai0Xwg Thank you to our partners A-GAME: “ULTIMATE15” FOR 15% OFF: http://bit.ly/4kek1ij AION: “ULTIMATE10” FOR 10% OFF: https://bit.ly/4h6KHAD AIRES: “ULTIMATE20” FOR 20% OFF: https://bit.ly/4a3Duze BAJA GOLD: “ULTIMATE10” FOR 10% OFF: https://bit.ly/3WSBqUa BODYHEALTH: “ULTIMATE20” FOR 20% OFF: http://bit.ly/4e5IjsV COLD LIFE: THE ULTIMATE HUMAN PLUNGE: https://bit.ly/4eULUKp CYMBIOTIKA: “BRECKACYM30” FOR 30% OFF: https://bit.ly/4tjyluP GENETIC METHYLATION TEST (UK ONLY): https://bit.ly/48QJJrk GENETIC TEST (USA ONLY): https://bit.ly/3Yg1Uk9 GOPUFF: GET YOUR FAVORITE SNACK!: https://bit.ly/4obIFDC H2TABS: “ULTIMATE10” FOR 10% OFF: https://bit.ly/4hMNdgg HEALF: 10% OFF YOUR ORDER: https://bit.ly/41HJg6S PEPTUAL: “TUH10” FOR 10% OFF: https://bit.ly/4mKxgcn SNOOZE: LET’S GET TO SLEEP!: https://bit.ly/4pt1T6V WHOOP: JOIN & GET 1 FREE MONTH!: https://bit.ly/3VQ0nzW Watch the “Ultimate Human Podcast” every Tuesday & Thursday at 9AM EST: YouTube: https://bit.ly/3RPQYX8 Podcasts: https://bit.ly/3RQftU0 Connect with Gary Brecka Instagram: https://bit.ly/3RPpnFs TikTok: https://bit.ly/4coJ8fo X: https://bit.ly/3Opc8tf Facebook: https://bit.ly/464VA1H LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/4hH7Ri2 Website: https://bit.ly/4eLDbdU Merch: https://bit.ly/4aBpOM1 Newsletter: https://bit.ly/47ejrws Ask Gary: https://bit.ly/3PEAJuG Timestamps 00:00 – Intro of Show 01:05 – The "eat more or eat less?" thread 01:50 – What is "skinny fat"? (Normal weight obesity) 01:58 – The research: 1 in 3 women affected 02:31 – Why the scale & mirror can't see it 02:52 – Metric 1: Waist-to-height ratio 03:15 – Metric 2: Grip strength 03:30 – Metric 3: Triglyceride-to-HDL ratio 03:48 – Metric 4: DEXA scan 04:16 – Weight vs. body composition 04:40 – Fix 1: Protein 05:07 – Fix 2: Resistance training 05:23 – Fix 3: Slow the weight loss 06:01 – Muscle loss with age Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not provide medical advice. It is not intended for diagnosing or treating any health condition. Always consult a licensed healthcare professional before making health or wellness decisions. Gary Brecka is the owner of Ultimate Human, LLC which operates The Ultimate Human podcast and promotes certain third-party products used by Gary Brecka in his personal health and wellness protocols and daily life and for which Ultimate Human LLC and / or Gary Brecka directly or indirectly holds an economic interest or receives compensation. Accordingly, statements made by Gary Brecka and others (including on The Ultimate Human podcast) may be considered promotional in nature. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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About The Ultimate Human with Gary Brecka
Gary Brecka is a Human Biologist, biohacker, researcher, and an anti-aging and longevity expert. His approach to health is simple: "Aging is the aggressive pursuit of comfort." For over 20 years, he worked in the life insurance industry predicting mortality. This meant if he got 5 years of medical records and 5 years of demographic data on you, the team that he was associated with could tell a life insurance company how long you had to live to the month. After years and years of doing this type of research and analysis, he decided he wanted to spend the balance of his lifetime helping people live happier, healthier, longer, more fulfilling lives. With this mission in mind, he created The Ultimate Human podcast. In this weekly podcast, Gary has exciting conversations with celebrities, athletes, entrepreneurs, and scientists and is thrilled to share their transformative insights with you. What's keeping you from being an ultimate human? Tune in to find out.
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