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Kurt Seidensticker on Scaling Vital Proteins to a Billion Dollar Business Jul 21, 2021

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We are back with another episode of The Epic Table podcast! Today we are joined by Kurt Seidensticker, former NASA aerospace engineer, development lead at Motorola building the first version of the internet, and now founder and CEO of Vital Proteins. Vital Protein is a brand dedicated to helping people live a fuller and more vibrant life.
Kurt opens up about his journey as a NASA engineer to Founder and CEO of one of the biggest protein brands worldwide. Kurt talks about his lead role in developing and managing cell systems globally. We dive into Kurt’s amazing story of how he discovered the epic health benefits of collagen as a life-long runner, he refused to let his body deteriorate to the point where he could no longer train the way he loves to. Instead, Kurt took the initiative to research how he could optimize his body to continue running for the rest of his life. We unpack the ins and outs of scaling a business and what led to the unbelievable growth of Vital Proteins.
Specifically, we talk about:

What it's like to be an engineer at NASA?
What does a NASA engineer do?
What are Collagen Peptides?
What is the best way to consume collagen?
What does it mean to be Vital?
What are the benefits of taking glycine?
Is glycine good for anxiety?

Resources:
Vital Proteins website
Vital Protein's Instagram

The Key Principles of Naturopathic Medicine with Dr. Tyler Jean Jul 14, 2021

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Team, today we are joined by Dr. Tyler Jean who, being an absolute weapon, has his B.S. in Cell Molecular Biology and as of 2021 is now a certified Naturopathic Doctor! Dr. Jean became a doctor mainly due to his personal dedication and experience working to address generalized anxiety, asthma, eczema, and ADHD. Through his Naturopathic work, he had an epic “aha” moment and became dedicated to something we love here at The Epic Table: Bio-Individuality. As a division 1 swimmer at UCSB, eating the standard American diet, he saw the need for a shift and began testing numerous alternative diets. He eventually transitioned to fully vegan for 18 months and now eats a plant-centric diet. Dr. Jean saw how we can work with our bodies through focusing primarily on our food intake to ultimately optimize ourselves to be in balance and prevent disease.In this episode we specifically discuss...Dr. Jean’s passion for educating on foodHis drive to continuously learn past his research on type 1 diabetes and cell molecular biologyThe relationship between our parasympathetic nervous system and the food we eatHeart Rate Variability and specifically how, through a naturopathic lens, we can become more resilient to stressorsShould we be drinking alcohol? How to apply fats from your pantry into your foodResources...Dr. Tyler Jean’s Instagram -(@Functional.Foods https://www.instagram.com/functional.foods/)Dr. Tyler Jean’s website -(https://tylerjean.com/)Dr. Tyler Jean’s Recipe eBook - (https://tylerjean.com/recipe-book-landing-page/)

How to overcome an eating disorder with Camilla Bazley Jul 07, 2021

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Welcome back to another episode of the Epic Table podcast! Today we are joined by the one and only, Camilla Bazely A.K.A Coach Camilla! Camila Bazely is my dear friend and fitness coach. Camilla struggled with a severe eating disorder which took a huge toll on her physically and emotionally. Camilla began her days by running 10 kilometers every day whilst fasting. This eventually led to serious health problems including liver dysfunction, stress fractures, and loss of her menstrual cycle. What Camilla thought was a healthy practice, turned out to be a serious eating disorder. We dive deeply into how her mental health was affected, how the eating disorder affected her social life, and what it took to get Camilla back on her feet. If you or a loved one struggles with an eating disorder, this episode is definitely for you.Specifically, we talk about...How does anorexia affect female athletes?Intermittent fastingWhat is classified as an eating disorder?How Camilla overcome her eating disorderResources...Follow Coach Camilla on Instagram! ( @Coach_Camilla - https://www.instagram.com/coach_camilla/ )

The difference between training and working out with Hunter McIntyre Jun 30, 2021

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Team, today we have Hunter McIntyre, a goliath of a man joining us to talk shop about everything from his journey to becoming a professional athlete, currently holding 7 Obstacle Course Racing World Titles & ranked as one of the top 50 fittest athletes by Sports Illustrated, to founding his own business: HAOS Training. Recently, Hunter broke the Murph Challenge world record and finished first at the HYROX global fitness race becoming the national champion. We dive into Hunter’s success story, the ways in which physical rehab transformed him, and how he forged his own path to becoming a professional athlete. Hunter’s life story is full of important takeaways. If you are looking to improve your performance as an athlete, build better habits, and or start building your personal plan, this is the episode for you!Specifically, we dive into...How physical labor in rehab instilled a ferocious work ethic in HunterThe importance of having passion and purpose behind everything you doThe dichotomy between working out for pleasure and training for purposeWhy maintaining consistent goals and challenges is crucial for developmentBeing a hybrid athlete, one that runs competitive times and competes in strengthBalancing running and weight trainingEating and training for performance, not aestheticsTraining vs Working outResources....HAOS TRAINING - https://haostraining.com/Hunter’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/huntthesheriff/Hunter’s website - https://huntermcintyre.com/about

10 habits to improve longevity Sergey Young Jun 23, 2021

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Welcome back to another episode of The Epic Table podcast! Today we are joined by Sergey Young, longevity investor and visionary with a mission to extend the lifespans of 1 billion people worldwide. He is also the founder of the $100M Longevity Vision Fund, which specializes exclusively in longevity and helps to accelerate longevity breakthroughs. Sergey's ultimate goal is to reach the age of 200 and find an affordable way for others to do the same. We chat all about longevity, what the word means and how to achieve it. We dive into what drove Sergey to change his daily habits for longevity, and Sergey highlights key factors, including healthy eating and a positive mindset. We also learn about what the future holds in the science behind "growing young." If you are somebody that wants to live until 200 years old, this is the episode for you!Specifically, we discuss...· Are supplements good? What are the best supplements to buy?· How lifestyle affects overall health· Habits that lead to a long life · What is the "Longevity Mindset"?· Understanding genetics· How genetic editing can help people suffering from disease· How eating more plant-based protein boosts longevityResources... · Check out Sergey's website - https://sergeyyoung.com/· Preorder Sergey's book ( https://www.amazon.com/Sergey-Young/e/B08CVMWTZ3/ref=dp_byline_cont_pop_book_1 )· Check out Sergey's Instagram ( @SergeyYoung200 https://www.instagram.com/sergeyyoung200/)· Check out the episode with David Sinclair ( https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/david-sinclair-how-to-live-to-150-years-old/id1460410277?i=1000478320437)

Live to 100 years old with Blue Zone lifestyle tips from explorer Dan Buettner Jun 09, 2021

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Team, today we are joined by Dan Buettner, founder of Blue Zones, National Geographic Fellow, New York Times best-selling author, and award-winning journalist. In this episode, Dan gives us the recipe to live a long and healthy life. We learn that some of the key ingredients to longevity include a healthy social circle, finding purpose in life, and maintaining a healthy diet. Did you know that 1 in every 4000 people will live to the age of 100? If you want to help shorten the gap, give this episode a listen and share it with loved ones.Specifically, we chat aboutWhat are Blue Zones?What are the people of Blue Zones eating?The importance of happiness and social connectivityIs it beneficial to take supplements?Healthspan vs lifespan: what's the difference?Are people who live with purpose happier?The importance of keeping a healthy social circleResources...Blue Zones website - https://www.bluezones.com/Purchase Dan's Books - https://www.bluezones.com/books/Check out the episode with Team Sherzai - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/team-sherzais-guide-to-eliminating-alzheimers-disease/id1460410277?i=1000508450093 Check out the episode with David Sinclair - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/david-sinclair-how-to-live-to-150-years-old/id1460410277?i=1000478320437Dan's Instagram (@DanBuettner - https://www.instagram.com/danbuettner/)

How to Eat for performance, not looks with Ange Asche MS, RD, CSSD Jun 04, 2021

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Team, today we are joined by Angie Asche, MS, RD, CSSD! Angie is the founder and CEO of Eleatnutrition, sports nutritionist/dietitian for athletes nationwide, and author of Fuel your Body: How to Cook and Eat for Peak Performance. Today we talk all about eating for performance, not looks. Angie shares with us key components she analyzes when meeting with clients. We talk about the importance of fueling your body with enough food to get that extra rep in or to increase endurance. Angie gives us insight into supplements that are beneficial to achieve more muscle growth and that aid in quicker recovery. If you or someone you know wants to better their relationship with food, give this episode a listen and check out Angie's book!Specifically, we talk aboutHow Angela Asche uses food to produce better athletesWhy you may be undereatingHow Angela educates her athletes on metabolismTotal daily energy expenditureWhy we need to consume more fiber and proteinHow to properly absorb vitamin DWhy you need K2 to absorb vitamin DWhich supplements Angela recommends and whyHow creatine benefits muscle growth and cognitive function.How food intake affects hormonal changesIs Athletic Greens a good supplement for Athletes? Is Athletic Greens NSF approved?Resources...Check out Angela's Instagram (@Eleatnutrition https://www.instagram.com/eleatnutrition/ )\Angela's website- https://www.eleatnutrition.com/Eleatnutrition Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/eleatnutritionEleatnutrition Twitter - https://twitter.com/eleatnutritionGet a copy of Fuel your Body here - https://www.indiebound.org/book/9781572842960Athletic Greens - https://athleticgreens.com/epic

How to optimize sleep for performance with Harpreet Singh Rai May 26, 2021

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We are back with another installment of The Epic Table podcast! Today we are joined by Harpreet Singh Rai, CEO of Oura. Founded in 2013 in Oulu, Finland Oura is an app that measures sleeping patterns and performance with the help of a very stylish ring! Today Harpreet and I touch on his journey through university studying MEMS (Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems), how he tirelessly worked with investment banking companies, and how Harpreet's relationship with Oura began. Harpreet goes into detail about what sparked his interest in sleep and fitness. We also talk about the mechanics behind Oura, and why optimizing sleep is key for crushing everyday tasks.Specifically, we chat about...How we can use our bio-individuality and Oura's data to optimize sleep and performance.The benefits of getting more sleepThe importance of listening to your bodyHow does the Oura ring work? Why Oura chose a ring to monitor sleepThe accuracy of sensors in wearable technologyHow the data from wearable technology can help improve the quality of our livesHarpreet touches on some of the data collected across the world during COVID and the election in the US.Health risk management and how Oura is helping athletes in the NBA.The future of OuraResourcesOura website (https://ouraring.com/)Oura Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/ouraring/)

How to manage your own health with Dr Jessica Peatross May 19, 2021

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Team, today we are joined by Dr. Jessica Peatross, a functional medicine doctor focused on finding the root cause of disease. She is a leading expert in treating mold toxicity, Lyme disease, cancer, and much more. In this episode of the podcast, we go over how Ozone therapy works, and how the treatment is used to prevent infection. Dr. Jess also touches on the importance of taking care of the liver. The liver can be the answer to why so many of us are vulnerable to hayfever and other allergens. This episode is very good for those of you looking for a holistic way to heal from disease!Specifically, we discuss... Ozone Therapy: why is Ozone therapy illegal? Where is the practice legal?How does Ozone therapy benefit the body?Mitochondrial dysfunctionMosquitoes and ticks: who are they attracted to? What can you do to avoid them?Zinc and lithium orotate vs the bodyHow trace minerals optimize healthSeasonal allergies: how they affect us and what triggers allergiesHow poor liver function can result in sensitivity to allergensResources... Check out WellnessPluss by Dr. Jess - https://app.drjessmd.com/ )Dr. Jess's Instagram (@Dr.Jess.MD - https://www.instagram.com/dr.jess.md/ )

How to detox with a whole foods plant based diet! Dr. Viviane Chen May 13, 2021

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Team, welcome back to another episode of The Epic Table podcast! Today we are joined by Dr. Vivan Chen, a UK-trained double-certified doctor with over 14 years of clinical experience. Dr. Vivian Chen is devoted to helping clients find the root cause of their issues and fixing them by altering lifestyle choices. She's helped improve the lives of patients with high blood pressure, Type-2 diabetes, and chronic fatigue. Today we chat all about environmental toxins, how they harm the human body, and how to avoid them. Dr. Chen also talks about her experience with reversing her daughter's allergies and we dive into the best way to wash your veggies.Specifically, we talk about...Benefits of a plant-based diet, How to adapt the plant-based diet.B12 deficiencies, is B12 deficiency serious? Should you supplement B12?What causes Immune dysregulations?Does Mercury cause autoimmune disease?Which organs help filter out toxins from the bloodstream?The most effective way to detoxify your body, foods that may help.What are Phthalates? How phthalates affect fertility hormones.Dust allergies, Why dust is harmful.How to properly wash your vegetablesResources...Instagram (@Plateful.Health) - https://www.instagram.com/plateful.health/?hl=enCheck out Dr. Vivan's website - https://www.platefulhealth.com/How to reduce toxins - https://www.platefulhealth.com/reduce-toxinsHow do you know you need a detox quiz - https://www.platefulhealth.com/opt-in-5651d89e-c28f-4ce3-acdf-213a12c34f76

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