Dr. Catharine Arnston is an expert on algae nutrition, a wellness thought leader, an experienced entrepreneur and sought after speaker. In 2008 Catharine left her corporate job to care for her sister who was diagnosed with breast cancer. When Catharine learned that algae's vast healing properties were documented in tens of thousands of scientific studies, but none of these studies or benefits were known outside of Asia, she knew she had to do something. And that's how ENERGYbits was born! In this episode, Dr. Catharine Arnston and Tara dive into how spirulina and chlorella microalgae power mitochondria, detox the body, support gut health, and plug into biohacking and women's longevity. RESOURCES: Learn more about ENERGYbits and use code COACHTARA for 20% off: http://www.energybits.com Instagram: @energybits Get 10% off Peluva minimalist shoe with coupon code COACHTARA here: http://peluva.com/coachtara Enjoy the previous conversation with Dr. Catharine Arnston here: https://www.taragarrison.com/blog/catharinearnston3 CHAPTERS: 00:03 – Catharine Arnston returns to the show 00:32 – Catharine's algae journey and ENERGYbits origin story 02:36 – Sponsor: Peluva barefoot shoes ad 04:22 – Why Catharine is a favorite educator 04:55 – Macroalgae vs microalgae basics 05:40 – Spirulina vs chlorella: fiber and nutrient density 06:05 – UN, NASA, and microalgae's extreme protein content 07:01 – How ENERGYbits algae is farmed and why Taiwan matters 07:43 – Drying process, heat, and preserving SOD in spirulina 08:42 – Microalgae overview and the dominance of spirulina/chlorella 09:21 – Pigments: chlorophyll vs phycocyanin and methylene blue 10:27 – Phycocyanin, cancer pathways, and chemo applications 10:53 – Spirulina and chlorella do "night and day" different jobs 11:24 – Spirulina history and Catharine's book "Love Your Health to Bits" 12:20 – How spirulina gives clean energy without sugar or caffeine 13:10 – Amino acid "Legos," protein absorption, and bioavailability 14:11 – B vitamins, ATP, and steady log‑on‑the‑fire energy analogy 18:59 – Mitochondria protection, regeneration, and long‑term energy 19:18 – SOD2 genetics, toxin load, and mast cell/energy issues 43:03 – Chlorella, microbiome, colon health, and motility analogies 45:01 – Chlorella as gut health, fiber, liver support, and PM algae 46:20 – Using spirulina and chlorella daily, fasting, and electrolytes 46:33 – Stacking algae with sauna, cold plunge, and red light 47:23 – Red light + chlorophyll + CoQ10 for ATP and inflammation 49:00 – Travel, sachets, tins, and biohacking with algae in real life 51:50 – Algae as foundational "food" alongside sleep, light, movement 52:16 – Why Catharine insists algae is food, not a supplement 52:29 – Tara's generalized "what should I take" answer: ENERGYbits 53:26 – Labs, targeted supplements, and algae as safe "for everyone" 63:01 – Catharine's millennial team, stamina, and protecting what you have 64:03 – Vision: spirulina/chlorella on the food pyramid for daily use 1:04:34 – Book title, presale, and upcoming audiobook details 1:11:56 – Where to find more, ratings, reviews, and sign‑off WORK WITH TARA: Are You Looking for Help on Your Wellness Journey? Here's how Tara can help you: TRY TARA'S APP FOR FREE: http://taragarrison.com/app INDIVIDUAL ONLINE COACHING: https://www.taragarrison.com/work-with-me CHECK OUT HIGHER RETREATS: https://www.taragarrison.com/retreats SOCIAL MEDIA: Instagram @coachtaragarrison TikTok @coachtaragarrison Facebook @coachtaragarrison Pinterest @coachtaragarrison INSIDE OUT HEALTH PODCAST SPECIAL OFFERS: ☑️ Upgraded Formulas Hair Test Kit Special Offer: https://bit.ly/3YdMn4Z ☑️ Upgraded Formulas - Get 15% OFF Everything with Coupon Code INSIDEOUT15: https://upgradedformulas.com/INSIDEOUT15 ☑️ Rep Provisions: Vote for the future of food with your dollar! And enjoy a 15% discount while you're at it with Coupon Code COACHTARA: https://bit.ly/3dD4ZSv If you loved this episode, please leave a review! Here's how to do it on Apple Podcasts: Go to Inside Out Health Podcast page: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/inside-out-health-with-coach-tara-garrison/id1468368093 Scroll down to the 'Ratings & Reviews' section. Tap 'Write a Review' (you may be prompted to log in with your Apple ID). Thank you!