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Johnny Brown
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May 15
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The closest thing to the fountain of youth? Collagen.
It helps protect your joints, repair damaged tissue, improve skin elasticity, and strengthen bones.
Here’s everything you need to know:
Collagen is your body’s most abundant protein.
Think of it as the glue that keeps you together.
It gives structure to your skin, strength to your joints, and resilience to your connective tissue.
Without it, you literally start to come undone.
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May 14
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4 min read
1 in 3 adults already has insulin resistance (and most have no idea).
It’s the silent driver behind fat gain, diabetes, cancer, and cognitive decline.
Here’s how to fix it before it’s too late:
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Understand the Real Problem
Insulin resistance isn’t just about carbs.
It’s about chronically high insulin from constant snacking, processed foods, poor sleep, and stress.
After a while, the body stops listening to insulin’s signals.
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May 12
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4 min read
Ancient cultures believed the Earth had healing energy.
Modern scientists thought it was nonsense—until they studied it.
Here’s what grounding really does to your body:
Grounding is as simple:
Direct skin-to-earth contact.
Your bare feet, spine, or skin touching natural ground.
In a world of shoes, cars, and concrete, we’re chronically disconnected from the planet that calibrates us.
And it’s wrecking our health.
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May 10
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This herb lowers cortisol, improves sleep, boosts testosterone, and outperforms anxiety meds.
It’s been around for 3,000+ years and costs less than your morning coffee.
Here’s how Ashwagandha works (and how to take it properly):
First: what is Ashwagandha?
It’s a powerful adaptogen from Indian Ayurvedic medicine, known as the “strength of the stallion.”
It helps your body adapt to stress instead of just masking symptoms.
Modern science is finally catching up. Here’s what it does for you:
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May 9
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5 min read
Fasting doesn't just burn fat.
It rewires your brain.
Here's what happens after 3 days with no food:
Your brain has a built-in trash removal system.
It’s called autophagy, and it kicks in around the 48-hour mark.
What it clears:
• Inflammation
• Damaged brain cells
• Protein plaques linked to Alzheimer’s
Fasting isn’t starving. It’s spring cleaning for your brain.
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May 8
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7 min read
You don’t need a cabinet full of pills.
You just need the right ones.
Here’s your no-BS list of 8 supplements worth your time:
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Creatine
Creatine is the most researched supplement on the planet.
It improves strength, speed, power, recovery—and even cognitive performance and brain health.
Regardless of if you spend your time in the gym or behind a desk, creatine can help you live more optimally.
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May 5
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5 min read
Your belly fat is putting you at risk for deadly illnesses like diabetes, heart failure, and cancer.
Here are 5 ways you can burn fat to save your gut (and your life):
Your body has two types of fat: subcutaneous and visceral fat.
Subcutaneous fat is surface-level fat that your body stores directly under the skin.
Visceral fat wraps around your organs, causing it to push your belly out — but it does much more than increase your pant size.
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May 2
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They call him the man who "never ages."
At 59, he looks and performs better than people half his age.
Here's how Chuando Tan stopped the clock (and how you can too):
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Diet Comes First
Tan credits at least 70% of his physique to nutrition.
His daily meals include:
• Avocado
• Fish soup
• Chicken with rice
• Six eggs (only two yolks)
Rembember: input determines output.
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May 1
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4 min read
Most people are dehydrated without even knowing it.
If you're reading this, you probably are too.
"Drink more water" isn't the solution.
Here's how to hydrate properly (backed by science):
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Stop chugging water
Drinking excessive water without electrolytes can flush sodium from your system.
This throws off fluid balance and leaves you feeling worse, not better.
Hydration isn't about volume. It’s about absorption.
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Apr 30
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6 min read
Creatine doesn’t just build muscle.
It boosts memory, improves mood, and protects your brain.
If you care about strength, energy, and mental performance, read this:
Let’s bust some myths:
Creatine isn’t a steroid.
It doesn’t cause baldness, bloating, or kidney damage.
It’s the most studied supplement in existence, and it’s been proven to be safe.
Here’s why everyone should be taking it:
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Apr 28
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4 min read
99% of people are taking probiotics wrong.
Here’s how to actually fix your gut (bookmark this):
Probiotics are more than just “good bacteria.”
The right strains can:
• Fight inflammation
• Repair your gut lining
• Boost your metabolism
• Sharpen your brain chemistry
• Strengthen your immune system
But not all strains do the same thing.
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Apr 26
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4 min read
The food industry spends $14 billion a year to mislead you.
"Organic"
"All natural"
"Grass-fed"
"Free range"
Most of it is total BS.
Here’s how to see through the labels and take back control of your health:
You want to make healthier choices, but the food industry makes it harder.
They use labels like “organic” and “natural” to make unhealthy foods seem good for you.
Don’t be fooled—here’s what those labels really mean:
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Apr 24
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5 min read
If Vitamin C were a drug, it’d be headline news.
But it’s not—it’s cheap, natural, and can’t be patented.
That’s exactly why Big Pharma doesn’t talk about it.
Here’s what they don’t want you to know about Vitamin C:
High-dose Vitamin C (HDC) has been shown to:
• Kill cancer cells
• Destroy viruses
• Eliminate fatigue
• Reduce inflammation
• Speed up recovery after injury
And it does all this with virtually zero side effects.
This is suppressed science—pure and simple.
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Apr 23
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4 min read
Testosterone levels have dropped 50% in the last 50 years.
This isn’t just about sex drive.
It’s about strength, mood, energy, and longevity.
Here’s how to skyrocket your testosterone (naturally): Step 1: Audit your habits
You can’t optimize your hormones while flooding your system with garbage.
That means:
• No processed foods
• Cutting back on alcohol
• Eliminating plastic bottles
• Absolutely no weed, vapes, and cheap dopamine
Clean the slate. Then rebuild.
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Apr 18
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Saunas are trending.
Athletes, execs, and biohackers are all using them.
But are the benefits real—or just another wellness fad?
Let’s look at what the research actually says:
Your body’s built to handle stress.
When you step into a sauna:
• Blood flow increases
• Core temperature rises
• Heat shock proteins activate
These responses trigger your body’s natural adaptation systems—building resilience through controlled stress.
That pressure you feel?
It’s not a side effect. It’s the goal.
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Apr 15
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6 min read
The best investment you can make in your health? Routine bloodwork.
Here’s why it matters:
Most people think they’re fine.
Here’s the truth:
• 1 in 3 lack vitamin D
• 50%+ have low magnesium
• 96M Americans have prediabetes
• Testosterone is down 30% since the ’80s
This is why blood testing isn’t optional—it’s essential.
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Apr 14
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5 min read
90% of people suffer from dehydration.
If you’re reading this, you probably are too.
Drinking more water isn’t enough to solve the problem.
Here’s how to actually hydrate your body at the cellular level:
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Prioritize electrolyte balance
Electrolytes like sodium, potassium, and magnesium help your cells absorb and retain water effectively.
Without them, your body may not hydrate as efficiently.
Add sea salt to your water and eat mineral-rich foods to maximize absorption and hydration.
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Apr 9
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6 min read
Creatine is one of the most researched, tested, and effective supplements available.
Experts like Dr. Andrew Huberman recommend it for everyone.
Here are 10 ways it can boost your performance:
Enhances Muscle Strength
Just as your brain needs ATP for energy, your muscles need it for strength.
Creatine boosts ATP production, providing your muscles with the energy they need during training.
This leads to significant strength gains, particularly during intense workouts.
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Apr 8
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5 min read
You can’t burn fat if cortisol has your nervous system stuck in survival mode.
Here’s how to restore balance (naturally):
Cortisol is a survival hormone.
It’s released by your adrenal glands in response to physical, emotional, or perceived stress.
When cortisol stays elevated, it tells your body to conserve energy and store fat, especially visceral fat around your organs.
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Apr 7
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4 min read
For thousands of years, people have turned to ginger for healing.
Now, modern science is finally catching up.
Here’s what ginger can do for your body (and how to use it effectively):
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Boosts Metabolism
Ginger has thermogenic properties, meaning it helps your body burn more calories and reduces appetite.
If you’re exercising and eating clean, ginger is the perfect natural supplement to enhance your results even further.
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Apr 5
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4 min read
Most people are missing out on Vitamin D’s full benefits.
And it’s quietly harming their hormones, immunity, and long-term health.
Here’s how to take it correctly for maximum results:
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Pair Vitamin D with Magnesium
Magnesium activates Vitamin D, and your body can't use Vitamin D without it.
Without magnesium supplementation, your D3 supplement is essentially ineffective.