The Keto Savage Podcast Robert Sikes

If you're curious about supplements, this is the episode for you.  Barton Scott, a chemical engineer, is the founder of Upgraded Formulas. After watching loved ones suffer and die from illness, and struggling with his own health issues, he knew something had to be done.  Thus, Upgraded Formulas was born.  I love their products, and it was a pleasure to pick Barton's brain. I know you'll take something from this episode.
 
What we discussed:
 
Sodium and iron levels in the body, with a focus on their importance for physical energy and emotional health (4:23) Sodium manipulation in bodybuilding and its effects on physiology and performance (10:59) Electrolyte balance and supplementation (15:15) The importance of magnesium and copper for energy and overall health, with references to electrolyte supplements and the effects of COVID (21:40) Iron recycling in the body and its impact on mood and health (28:50) Nutrition and mineral deficiencies during pregnancy and postpartum, with a focus on iron and magnesium (34:35) Iron levels, COVID vaccine, and heart health (39:38) Hair analysis and its impact on mineral levels and energy (45:04) Nutrient deficiencies and toxicity in modern society, with a focus on soil depletion and the importance of regular testing (48:47) Supplements for sleep and fertility, with a focus on magnesium (53:27) Supplements for testosterone boosting and overall health (57:46) Supplementation for mental health (1:03:06)  
Where to learn more:
 
Upgraded Formulas (use code Barton10 for a discount!)  
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Are you curious about the benefits of exogenous ketones? For this episode, we welcomed Dr. Latt Mansor to the podcast. He is the lead researcher for Ketone-IQ and consultant to the world's top performers. He has a wealth of information about anything and everything you could ever want to know about metabolism, ketones, intermittent fasting, and much more.  It was a pleasure to chat with him and I know you'll enjoy this episode.
 
What you'll hear:
 
His research into nutrition and exogenous ketones (1:21) Heart metabolism in hypoxia, with a focus on diabetic rats, and the details of that study (3:52) Exogenous ketones for military and athletic performance, with a focus on ketone IQ as a more affordable and easier option(13:51) Ketone supplements for cognitive function and athletic performance (20:08) Exogenous ketones for exercise and cognitive performance, with a focus on individual response and optimal use (26:26) Ketones' effects on brain function and potential for use in treating PTSD (31:22) Ketones and their effects on sleep and recovery in athletes (37:00) Ketone supplements, their effects on blood sugar and electrolytes, and potential risks for certain individuals (43:01) Ketone IQ and its potential uses for weight loss, appetite suppression, and improving overall health (49:41) The benefits of exogenous ketone supplementation for improving health and reducing chronic disease risks (55:49)  
Where to learn more:
 
Podcast Instagram Visit Ketone.com/SAVAGE to get 30% off your first subscription order of Ketone-IQ If you loved this episode and our podcast, please take some time to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, or drop us a comment below! 
 

This episode is for anyone interested in parenting, nutrition, or starting a podcast from the ground up. Andrew is a Podcast Producer, Host and Instructor. He's a husband and father of two incredible kids, and has been a Photographer, Videographer and Podcaster creating content for over a decade. He's worked random jobs his whole life, never having a sense of fulfillment or meaning. One day he realized that if he disappeared, no one would notice. That's when he decided to go all in and do whatever it took to leave his job to pursue his passion. We've got lots of great information for you in this episode, so grab a pen and a notebook and get started. 
What you'll learn:
Andrew's backstory and why he got in to podcasting (1:34) Fatherhood, work-life balance, and prioritizing quality time with family (7:49) Raising children with a focus on self-sufficiency and sustainability (10:25) Raising and consuming animals with a focus on regenerative agriculture (16:07) Local food sources, quality vs. convenience, and the benefits of eating locally grown food (19:11) Diet quality's impact on body composition and performance in bodybuilding (25:17) Ketogenic diet and satiety, with a focus on macronutrient balance and calorie intake (27:57) The pros and cons of fruit consumption for metabolic health (33:11) Parenting and fostering healthy eating habits for toddlers (35:30) Personal responsibility for health and wellness (40:16) Alternative medicine and traditional healthcare (46:27) Podcasting as a medium for sharing information and connecting with experts (53:03) Podcasting journey, struggles, and lessons learned (57:40) Podcasting, its benefits, and Andrew's passion for helping others through his platform (1:01:54) The importance of active listening (1:06:53) Podcasting outlook and growth potential (1:10:58) Podcasting, equipment, and course creation (1:16:29) Where to learn more:
FREE Podcast Equipment Purchasing Guide Pursue Podcasting Course Instagram All Other Social Platforms  
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Craig Toni began his bodybuilding journey back in the 80's, when anabolic steroid use was the norm. He's suffered some health issues due to his experiences during that time, and it was a pleasure to welcome him to the podcast to share his story and his transition to a ketogenic way of life. I know you'll take something from this episode.
 
What you'll hear:
 
Craig's backstory and how we came to know one another (1:30) Natural bodybuilding, keto diet, and the importance of personal experience (3:44) The use of performance-enhancing drugs in bodybuilding, with a focus on the potential risks and side effects (9:00) Bodybuilding, gym culture, and drug use in the 1990s (14:51) How steroid use affected his body, including appetite muscle growth (19:33) The use of testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) and its potential benefits and drawbacks (24:48) Diet and steroid use for muscle gain and hormone levels (30:14) Bodybuilding dieting strategies and their effects on physique (33:41) How steroid use affects strength training and gains (37:50) Joint pain and inflammation as a result of steroid use (42:56) Battling migraines and migraine-related health issues (45:15) Blood pressure and dietary changes (50:58) Kidney damage and digestive issues (59:15) Protein intake and its impact on ketosis (1:05:13)  Keto and carnivore diets for health and bodybuilding (1:10:58) The benefits of a ketogenic diet in bodybuilding, with a focus on hormone regulation and muscle growth (1:17:30)  
Where to hear more:
 
Instagram Nutrition Hackers  
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Jayne Bullen has been with her research at the Noakes Foundation in South Africa by enlightening physicians on the therapeutic benefits of a low-carb diet. She is making such a difference with the people she works with and it was a pleasure to speak with her. 
 
What we discussed:
 
What brought her to South Africa initially (1:56) Indigenous health, traditional diets, and the impact of Western diets on health (5:40) The popularity and knowledge of the ketogenic diet in Africa and South Africa, with a focus on the challenges faced by physicians (7:53) Bringing commercial knowledge to nonprofit research (13:36) Nutrition education for physicians to improve patient outcomes (16:38) Using ketogenic diet as a treatment for various diseases, with a focus on medical professionals and their role in promoting this approach (23:36) Empowering patients with diabetes to reverse their condition through self-research and coaching (26:32) Protecting children from marketing and sugar addiction (30:53) Improving nutrition in low-income communities through affordable, balanced meal plans (34:07) Improving diets in Africa and the challenges with donations of unhealthy foods (40:29) Her organization's impact on global nutrition (43:42)  
Where to learn more:
 
Nutrition Network  
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Scott Myslinski just competed in his first bodybuilding endeavor and went the enhancement route.  He pulls back the curtain and leaves everything on the table regarding nutrition, enhancement, training, and much more. His journey was a lot different than mine, but I know you'll get something out of this episode.
 
What you'll hear:
 
Digestive issues, bodybuilding prep, and nutrition (4:10) Experience with the carnivore diet and training (11:09) Bodybuilding enhancement and prep strategies (16:29) Testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) and its effects on body composition and mood (20:41) Using performance-enhancing drugs for bodybuilding, including testosterone and other anabolic steroids (25:01) Drug use in bodybuilding, including effects on blood markers and liver health (32:17) Using trenbolone for fat loss and muscle maintenance, side effects and precautions (36:39) Post-show supplementation (40:34) Post-show nutrition and (44:15) Competition prep experience, results, and relationship effects (49:30) The importance of a health approach to bodybuilding and not placing too much emphasis on external validation (54:08) What he's excited about in the near future (56:56)  
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