At 53 years of age, Joe Rogan is in higher bodily form than many 30 12 months olds. And it’s not simply his physique that’s spectacular, he’s additionally managing to remain mentally sharp too.
Whether or not he’s injecting testosterone, devouring elk meat or hulking down vegetable smoothies, Joe is at all times on the look out for efficiency enhancing substances.
On this submit we’ll take a look at each the merchandise Joe takes commonly, and merchandise he takes often or is experimenting with.
Merchandise Joe takes incessantly, often or is experimenting with:
Joe’s Every day Nutritional vitamins & Minerals
You’ll be able to see from this previous video clip that Joe has at all times taken plenty of dietary supplements. Nevertheless, so far as we will inform from his podcasts, he retains issues a bit less complicated today.
Joe says he makes use of a multivitamin referred to as Athletic Pure Pack – which is available in “on the go” sachets.
Every sachet incorporates quite a few tablets, particularly:
The clip under has Joe mentioning Athletic Pure Pack – from his #802 podcast with Tom Papa (full video on Spotify). They begin speaking about dietary supplements from 1hr 8mins, and the precise point out of Athletic Pure Pack is at 1:14:37.
For many who need a multivitamin, however don’t essentially want the extras, Pure Encapsulations additionally make a multi referred to as O.N.E. It’s utilized by Joe’s common visitor Dr Rhonda Patrick. For extra dialogue on O.N.E see this submit on Dr Rhonda Patrick’s dietary supplements.
Omega-3 Fish Oil – Carlson’s Tremendous Omega-3
Joe locations a excessive worth on omega-3 fish oils, and ensures he’s taking them commonly. In the identical Tom Papa podcast above, you may skip to 1:02:40 the place they discuss in regards to the significance of fish oils, and the way it’s more practical than getting your omega-3s from flax-seed or hemp oil.
Based mostly on Joe’s Instagram submit, the previous video tour of his vitamin cabinet, and a latest Dr Rhonda Patrick podcast, Joe presently takes Carlson’s Tremendous Omega-3 fish oil in liquid type. He presently takes 3 tablespoons every day (he particularly mentions this dosage in a latest podcast with Rhonda Patrick).
In the event you discover capsules extra handy (as I do), Carlson additionally do an encapsulated model; Elite Omega-3 Gems. A 2 capsule serving incorporates 1,600mg omega-3s, together with 800mg EPA & 600mg DHA.
Vitamin D3 – Thorne D-5,000
Joe not too long ago had Dr Rhonda Patrick on the present (#1474), they usually did a deep dive into analysis round vitamin D and its advantages. Notably in regard to lowering the chance of respiratory tract infections. Rhonda pointed to a potential hyperlink between low vitamin D ranges, and elevated severity of Covid-19 illness.
Each Rhonda and Joe shared that they’re taking 5,000iu of D3 every day. Particularly, Rhonda goals to keep up a blood focus of 40 – 60ng/ml, utilizing occasional blood checks to calibrate the correct quantity of D3 she wants. She factors out that not solely is just too little D3 dangerous for us, an excessive amount of can also be not good. See her video on Vitamin D3 for extra particulars.
Final time Joe talked about which D3 complement he used, he was taking Solgar’s D3 5,000iu (see previous video clip of his complement cabinet). Nevertheless, this was from manner again in 2011!
Rhonda presently takes her vitamin D3 within the type of Thorne’s D-5,000, and I’d think about Joe takes the identical or related now.
Quercetin
Not too long ago Joe had Dr Mark Gordon on his present (#1589 on Spotify) and after explaining the advantages of Quercetin, Joe stated he would order some (see clip right here).
Dr Gordon instructed Quercetin can:
Dr Gordon would get sufferers to take 500mg 2x per day, together with Zinc 15mg 2x per day. They discovered this dropped the variety of colds individuals had been getting, and their allergic reactions had been bettering. He didn’t totally perceive why this was taking place, till this 12 months with Covid, the place he learnt how a lot of an impact zinc can have on the immune system.
He explains that within the context of viruses and Covid, zinc can inhibit the viral replication inside cells. Quercetin’s function within the course of is to get the zinc throughout the cell membrane and into the cell. With out an ionophore like Quercetin, Zinc has a tougher time stepping into cells.
By way of complement doses, Marks says when treating somebody who has Covid, they’d improve the dose of Quercetin to 1,000mg 2x per day, and Zinc to 30mg 2x per day.
Joe didn’t point out particularly which model he had ordered. Choices embrace Pure Encapsulations – Quercetin and Thorne Analysis – Quercetin Phytosome. Each supply 250mg per capsule.
Glucosamine & Chondroitin – 365
Since Joe was younger, he skilled as a Taekwondo fighter, competing nationally. Even after he completed combating competitively, he nonetheless trains arduous. This results in plenty of put on and tear on the joints, and thus Joe makes use of glucosamine & chondroitin.
He first talked about it in a 2009 submit on MMA underground:
Then in his 2011 complement cabinet video, he reveals that he’s utilizing 365s Glucosamine Chondroitin & MSM. This product isn’t at all times properly stocked, so the same various is Thorne.
Merchandise Joe Takes Sometimes/Is Experimenting With
Resveratrol & NMN (Nicotinamide Mononucleotide)
On podcast episode #1234 Joe had a Harvard scientist referred to as David Sinclair on. David shared the longevity dietary supplements he takes, together with:
Through the podcast Joe creates an inventory of those dietary supplements to go searching for later. Then on episode #1269 Joe confirms he has began taking resveratrol each morning, together with NMN which he says provides him plenty of vitality and makes him really feel nice.
What do Resveratrol & NMN do in relation to residing longer?
David describes resveratrol and NMN as important for the perform of the sirtuin genes, genes which assist us dwell longer. He describes resveratrol because the “accelerator pedal” for the sirtuin genes (rising their activation), and NMN because the gasoline. The explanation that resveratrol gained’t work successfully with out NMN (the “fuel”), is that sirtuin activation requires youthful NAD ranges, however NAD ranges decline with age, and by 50 years previous, we have now about half the extent of NAD we had in our 20s (NAD being a molecule that’s important to vitality manufacturing in our cells).
So in impact, you are taking resveratrol to extend activation of the sirtuin genes, and NMN to make sure the sirtuins have sufficient vitality to work correctly. It’s price noting that restoring NAD ranges has different useful advantages too.
The complexity with these 2 dietary supplements is that David Sinclair (who advisable them), makes use of product he had leftover from lab experiments – and Joe hasn’t shared explicitly which model he makes use of (and little doubt model issues, provided that complement producers are unregulated). I dug into the topic intimately within the David Sinclair submit, so consult with that for extra particulars, however under is shorter model.
Resveratrol
Analysis printed by David’s previous firm Sirtris (offered to GSK for $720m) discovered that micronized resveratrol had larger bioavailability than its common, non-micronized counterpart, particularly as much as 3.6x larger when measured within the blood. Looking out micronized resveratrol on Amazon narrows down the outcomes down to a couple; together with MegaResveratrol.
Nevertheless, I seen one thing on the web page for the Wealthy Roll interview with David Sinclair. He lists a micronized resveratrol by RevGenetics. This was fascinating as a result of throughout the interview Wealthy asks David the place to get the dietary supplements he takes, and David informed him they’d discuss it after the podcast. Perhaps RevGenetics was a model that David talked about submit interview (potential), or maybe it was only a model Wealthy “plucked” from a Google search. Inconceivable to know with out additional information.
That stated, I appeared into RevGenetics slightly extra, they usually actually appear professional. They give attention to longevity molecules and have been promoting Resveratrol since 2006. They provide a micronized resveratrol that is available in powder type, and thus may very well be taken within the morning with yogurt, as David does. It’s named M98 Tremendous Micronized Resveratrol.
If like me, you’re curious in regards to the every day value… at 1g/day it really works out at $3/day ($75 per 25g tub). In the event you purchase 2 or 3 tubs you get a reduction, and it comes right down to $67.50 per tub, so $2.70/day.
NMN (Nicotinamide Mononucleotide)
Within the interview David refers to 2 molecules that may act as “gas” for the sirtuin activator (resveratrol) to work; NMN and NR (nicotinamide riboside). It’s not clear but how NR compares to NMN by way of effectiveness – these research are nonetheless to be performed. Nevertheless, David speculates based mostly on the animal research performed to date that NMN could transform the superior molecule by way of elevating NAD ranges in cells.
In relation to NR, there may be already a transparent model chief within the area; Chromadex Tru Niagen. It’s Chromadex’s NR that additionally goes into different model’s NR choices such Life Extension’s NR.
Nevertheless on the subject of NMN, there isn’t a transparent model chief.
Looking out on-line there are a lot of potential choices. With out doing ones personal third occasion lab testing, it’s arduous to judge the standard of merchandise. What I’ve performed under is put among the extra extremely reviewed choices right into a desk, calculated the approximate value per gram, and added hyperlinks to any third occasion evaluation certificates the businesses show.
For additional data on the subject of Resveratrol and NMN, see this longer submit I did on David Sinclair’s Dietary supplements – What He Takes & The place to Purchase – together with further data we’ve learnt since David was on JRE.
Nootropics
In a January 2019 podcast episode (JRE #1234 ), Joe mentioned the three nootopic dietary supplements he likes & takes; Neuro1, TruBrain & AlphaBrain.
Neuro1
Joe has talked about Neuro1 quite a few instances over time (for instance see Joe’s under tweet from 2013). It’s a nootropic created by former NFL linebacker Invoice Romanowski, who after 16 years, and plenty of hits within the NFL, was affected by reminiscence issues. In 2007 he introduced collectively docs, scientists and nutritionists to create an answer to repair his cognitive decline. This resulted within the product Neuro1.
Extra about Romanowski and the creation of Neuro1 right here, and the product’s web site hyperlink right here.
Notice: While Neuro1 lists substances, it doesn’t listing portions (not good). Their web site says “one serving of Neuro1 is equivalent to about 1 cup of strong coffee”, so round 100mg to 120mg of caffeine per serving.
TruBrain
Joe interviewed the neuroscientist behind TruBrain, Dr Andrew Hill, on JRE #629. Just like Neuro1 above, it shares lively substances caffeine and piracetam, however then provides oxiracetam to the stack. They arrive in these “on the go” pouches, that work out to be a few {dollars} per dose.
AlphaBrain
AlphaBrain is made by Onnit, an organization that Joe has brazenly stated he owns a stake in. He additionally notes that every one the complement’s substances may very well be purchased individually for much less, it might simply require extra effort and time. There are two variations; capsule type (Alpha mind) and sachet type (AlphaBrain On the spot). In case it’s of use, for 10% off AlphaBrain (and the rest at onnit.com) you should use this coupon code.
In contrast to Neuro1 and TrueBrain, AlphaBrain doesn’t embrace caffeine. It’s lively substances embrace:
Alpha GPC, a kind of choline, can also be favoured by Dr Rhonda Patrick, an everyday visitor on Joe’s podcast. She takes round 800mg (considerably greater than 2 capsules of Alpha Mind incorporates) earlier than intense writing or public talking occasions. See extra on Rhonda’s use of it right here.
Apparently, Onnit did sponsor a 63 particular person examine (supply) exhibiting that Alpha Mind improved “delayed memory recall” vs a placebo. Particularly that’s the place individuals are informed/proven one thing, then a break happens, then they’re later requested questions that requires them to recall the knowledge they had been earlier offered. Now, provided that Onnit sponsored the examine, we must always use applicable scepticism in deciphering their constructive outcomes; however thought it fascinating to say nonetheless.
Joe talked about his Onnit “essentials” together with Alpha Mind and Shroom Tech Sport on Instagram – August 2019.
Neuro Gum
Throughout Joe’s latest interview with Dr Rhonda Patrick (#1474) – he mentioned utilizing Neuro Gum regularly, specifically earlier than doing kick-boxing exercises.
Each bit incorporates caffeine (40mg), L-Theanine (60mg), B6 and B12 nutritional vitamins. L-Theanine is discovered naturally in tea, and plenty of discover it “smooths out” the stimulant feeling from caffeine.
It’s out there in two flavors; mint (blue packaging) and cinnamon (orange packaging). Value noting that they make 2 totally different merchandise; mints and gum.
Pre-workout
Shroom Tech Sport
Joe takes Shroom Tech Sport as a pre-workout, about an hour earlier than exercising. He says it permits him to push tougher within the fitness center, with out giving him the jittery feeling that sturdy caffeine based mostly pre-workout dietary supplements do.
It incorporates quite a few fascinating substances:
Onnit additionally printed a medical trial that discovered Shroom Tech Sport elevated quantity for energy coaching and high-intensity cardio. The complete examine is right here, and their weblog submit about it right here. Naturally, given it was self-funded, it must be approached with wholesome skepticism.
In case it’s of use, for 10% off Shroom Tech Sport (and the rest at onnit.com) you should use this coupon code.
Hemp/CBD Oil
Joe mentions his use of hemp oil in quite a few totally different podcasts, together with this clip and this clip.
Joe explains he makes use of hemp oil in 2 totally different kinds:
Which Model?
While Joe has experimented with totally different manufacturers of hemp oil, the model Charlotte’s Internet has particularly been talked about a couple of instances on the podcast, after Joe was first launched to it by Pete Holmes in 2017 (see clip from JRE #912).
While CBD containing hemp oil has change into massive enterprise, and many new sellers have flooded the market, Charlotte’s Internet has been there because the early days, and seem to satisfaction themselves on high quality. Every product purchased from them could be checked on their web site for a certificates of study, detailing the degrees of cannabinoids in addition to heavy metals, pesticides, solvents, and THC discovered within the batch.
I’ve reached out to Charlotte’s Internet, they usually’ve kindly offered a 15% low cost code for readers of this weblog. To redeem it, use the coupon code FLH on the Cart web page. It really works for all merchandise besides “bulk” and “bundles”.
CBD Drink
Joe can also be a fan of Kill Cliff CBD infused drinks. Every can incorporates:
Joe’s posted about them a number of instances on Instagram (right here, right here and right here), for instance saying “I found my new favourite beverage”, and “it’s amazing how much good you can get out of a 24 kilogram kettlebell and a can of mango @killcliff”. Granted he’s on their ambassadors web page – so he will not be unbiased.
Value-wise, they don’t work out low-cost. Their 12-pack single flavors (similar to mango, orange, grape or strawberry) are roughly $6.16 per can, and their 12-pack of blended flavors are $6.58 per can (together with $5 delivery).
Kratom
Joe first mentions studying about Kratom in 2016, on episode #843, then later that 12 months he mentions attempting it for the primary time on Twitter (hyperlink).
Then in 2018, episode #1136 he shares with Hamilton Morris that he’s on Kratom whereas they converse – to assist curb the ache of a latest knee harm (see clip). Then in a while #1296 he discusses the impact of various doses, with smaller doses being a stimulant, and better doses being a relaxant (see clip).
About Kratom
Kratom is the powdered leaves of a plant from SE Asia referred to as Mitragyna speciosa (you may see why the less complicated identify “kratom” caught on). It has 2 fundamental properties:
It’s mostly used for two points:
Different, much less widespread, makes use of embrace:
Kratom Sorts?
Just like the way in which all varieties of tea we drink (black, inexperienced, white and so on) are derived from the identical species of plant; camellia sinensis, all varieties of kratom are derived from a single species of plant additionally – referred to as mitragyna speciosa.
Typically kratom will get segmented into 3 colours: crimson, inexperienced and white. The colours consult with the veins throughout the leaves. Nevertheless, throughout processing the veins and stems are reduce out, in order that what you obtain all seems related; a inexperienced ground-up powder.
Then inside every coloration the merchandise are sometimes additional segmented, so as point out delicate variations between the vegetation. For instance, common crimson kratoms are Bali, Borneo and Maenga Da. For extra data on kratom strains, see this submit on reddit.
Is Kratom Addictive?
Although kratom is a “natural” product, it may well nonetheless be addictive, notably if taken every day. For people who find themselves coping with power ache, then that is much less of a problem, given they might have to take addictive ache killers every day anyway. Nevertheless, when used recreationally, dependancy is one thing to be careful for. There’s an excellent video on the Psyched Substance YouTube channel right here, in regards to the dangers of kratom dependancy. There may be additionally a thread on Reddit round the best way to stop (suggesting it’s not simple as soon as addicted).
Is Kratom Authorized?
Kratom’s authorized standing varies from nation to nation, and you ought to be conscious of the standing the place you’re. Within the USA kratom is federally authorized, however some particular person states and cities have made it unlawful. For instance it’s authorized inside California apart from within the metropolis of San Diego. There was dialogue (hyperlink) to make kratom federally unlawful, however this has not occurred to date.
For the USA, this map on speciosa.org reveals the authorized standing in numerous states and cities. For different international locations, this reddit submit has extra particulars.
The place to Purchase?
Assuming kratom is authorized in your location (see above) then kratom could be bought each in head outlets and by way of on-line shops. I’ve listed a few choices under:
Nut Butters
Joe’s firm Onnit produce a spread of nut butters they name “fat butter” – on account of their excessive fats content material. These are notably fascinating for individuals on low carbohydrate diets, who need to add extra tasty fat to their eating regimen. They arrive in 4 varieties:
In case it’s of use, for 10% off the nut butters (and the rest at onnit.com) you should use this coupon code.
Espresso
Okay, so, espresso – what’s the large deal? It’s one of the vital widespread drinks within the Western world, and possibly unfit of a particular spot on this listing. True.
However on the identical time, espresso is among the strongest (unregulated) cognitive enhancers out there to man – and Joe’s a giant fan.
While it might be troublesome to search out dependable proof on the effectiveness of a few of Alpha Mind’s substances, there are a whole bunch of research on caffeine and its results.
UFC star Chael Sonnen has talked up to now about how he’s in a position to complement caffeine earlier than a battle, and it provides him a lift.
Espresso Joe has talked about ingesting:
Joe has additionally not too long ago received into utilizing a espresso creamer by his good friend’s enterprise – the surfer Laird Hamilton. It’s a coconut based mostly creamer (dairy-free, vegan and keto pleasant) that incorporates turmeric. He mentions having fun with it on the Dan Crenshaw podcast, and in addition shows it on an Instagram submit.
Testosterone Alternative Remedy (TRT)
While some individuals begin slowing down of their 50s, Joe hasn’t. Whether or not he’s internet hosting his podcast, working towards stand-up comedy or commentating at UFC occasions, the person doesn’t cease.
A part of this may be put right down to “success”, a wholesome life-style and good genetics. However it might be a mistake to disregard the elephant within the room; Testosterone Alternative Remedy (TRT).
Joe says he began testosterone alternative remedy at age 37/38, initially utilizing lotions, which weren’t very efficient. Then at 39 (now 51) progressing to weekly injections, underneath the shut supervision of his physician. Elevating his testosterone to the degrees he would have had in his late 20s. Joe on TRT:
Within the subsequent clip, Joe goes on to say:
Quote:
“All that issues is that you’ve got testosterone in your system. In the event you don’t have it in your system, you’re not going to really feel pretty much as good.
It’s actual easy, in the event you’re fantastic, with not feeling pretty much as good – good! In the event you’re not fantastic with it, that is 2018, hormone alternative exists for a motive – and that motive is that it makes you are feeling manner higher, it makes your physique work manner higher.
You’ll be able to keep away from a number of illnesses and circumstances associated to your physique breaking down on account of age with hormone alternative remedy. The important thing to doing it although is to do it appropriately. You’re speculated to go to a physician who’s going to check your blood ranges, check your nutrient ranges, and regulate your eating regimen first.
The very first thing that occurs, they need to discover out:
Then they need to get you off the:
Earlier than you do something.
It is a many month course of that I went by way of. They get you off of all these various things first.
Then they begin including testosterone. It takes a little bit of time to determine what works greatest. And then you definitely get to a degree the place you may have the hormone ranges of a wholesome younger man. You don’t need to elevate, you don’t need to be increased than that. That’s the place you get issues.
There’s methods of elevating your hormones naturally, they simply don’t work as properly. Whether or not it’s deadlifts, or working hills, doing sprints, they work slightly bit higher than nothing. However there’s going to be a distinction.”
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In order you may see – Joe’s a giant fan of hormone alternative remedy. It appears to be pretty undisputed within the medical group that testosterone decreases with age. One study3 suggests “free testosterone”4 (the metabolically lively testosterone not certain up with SHBG or albumin) decreases by 2% per 12 months from the age of 40. The examine notes that poor well being could speed up the age-related decline in hormone ranges. So the more healthy we will preserve our our bodies, the slower the decline could also be.
Historically, testosterone alternative remedy has been regarded as one thing solely a small share of the inhabitants want, if they’ve chronically low ranges of testosterone. Moderately than seeing the age-related decline as one thing to be fastened. Now, regularly, it’s change into extra mainstream, as a technique for individuals who can afford it to enhance their high quality of life as they age.
It’s not one thing to be taken evenly nevertheless, and also you actually don’t need to take testosterone in the event you don’t want it. As Joe has performed, the remedy must be taken underneath the steering and supervision of a physician who focuses on hormone alternative remedy – with common blood checks and examine ups. They are going to be greatest positioned to debate the complexities of the remedy, and whether or not or not it’s one thing that might be protected and helpful to take.
Closing Phrases
Hopefully this submit has given you a window into the merchandise Joe takes to maintain himself wholesome and in form.
Let me know within the feedback in the event you’ve any questions.
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