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Welcome to Big Science Energy! A fully-trained, semi-professional science pitstop along your wellness journey.

Sydney Alnemy, Lauren Styskal


    • Nov 14, 2022 LATEST EPISODE
    • every other week NEW EPISODES
    • 55m AVG DURATION
    • 42 EPISODES


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    Latest episodes from Big Science Energy

    S2, Ep 9: Charcoal

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2022 47:30


    This weeks episode is all about Charcoal!Subscribe to our Patreon page to support our show and gain access to our show notes for each episode!patreon.com/bigscienceenergyFollow our Linktree for access to all the research we do on each episode!https://linktr.ee/BSEPodcastFollow Luke Sexton @SextonSounds if you like our intro/outro music. If you are interested in starting your own podcast or need someone to DJ an event, you can message him on IG or email him at luke.andrew.sex@gmail.com.https://open.spotify.com/artist/6IlsoQXrTJgRwEjndYb8Ek?si=xY7mQ55SR5aibQoNYKOsMw

    S2, Ep 8: Red Light Therapy

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2022 50:40


    This weeks episode is all about Red Light Therapy!Subscribe to our Patreon page to support our show and gain access to our show notes for each episode!patreon.com/bigscienceenergyFollow our Linktree for access to all the research we do on each episode!https://linktr.ee/BSEPodcastFollow Luke Sexton @SextonSounds if you like our intro/outro music. If you are interested in starting your own podcast or need someone to DJ an event, you can message him on IG or email him at luke.andrew.sex@gmail.com.https://open.spotify.com/artist/6IlsoQXrTJgRwEjndYb8Ek?si=xY7mQ55SR5aibQoNYKOsMw

    S2, Ep 7: Colon Broom

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2022 57:04


    This weeks episode is all about the Colon Broom! Here is the link to their website: https://colonbroom.comSubscribe to our Patreon page to support our show and gain access to our show notes for each episode!patreon.com/bigscienceenergyFollow our Linktree for access to all the research we do on each episode!https://linktr.ee/BSEPodcastFollow Luke Sexton @SextonSounds if you like our intro/outro music. If you are interested in starting your own podcast or need someone to DJ an event, you can message him on IG or email him at luke.andrew.sex@gmail.com.https://open.spotify.com/artist/6IlsoQXrTJgRwEjndYb8Ek?si=xY7mQ55SR5aibQoNYKOsMw

    S2, Ep 6: 10k Steps

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2022 53:36


    Do we need to take 10k steps a day? Listen in to find out!Subscribe to our Patreon page to support our show and gain access to our show notes for each episode!patreon.com/bigscienceenergyFollow our Linktree for access to all the research we do on each episode!https://linktr.ee/BSEPodcastFollow Luke Sexton @SextonSounds if you like our intro/outro music. If you are interested in starting your own podcast or need someone to DJ an event, you can message him on IG or email him at luke.andrew.sex@gmail.com.https://open.spotify.com/artist/6IlsoQXrTJgRwEjndYb8Ek?si=xY7mQ55SR5aibQoNYKOsMw

    S2, Ep 5: Noom

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 19, 2022 63:56


    This weeks episode is all about Noom!Subscribe to our Patreon page to support our show and gain access to our show notes for each episode!patreon.com/bigscienceenergyFollow our Linktree for access to all the research we do on each episode!https://linktr.ee/BSEPodcastFollow Luke Sexton @SextonSounds if you like our intro/outro music. If you are interested in starting your own podcast or need someone to DJ an event, you can message him on IG or email him at luke.andrew.sex@gmail.com.https://open.spotify.com/artist/6IlsoQXrTJgRwEjndYb8Ek?si=xY7mQ55SR5aibQoNYKOsMw

    S2, Ep 4: Nootropics

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2022 54:56


    This weeks episode is all about Nootropics!Subscribe to our Patreon page to support our show and gain access to our show notes for each episode!patreon.com/bigscienceenergyFollow our Linktree for access to all the research we do on each episode!https://linktr.ee/BSEPodcastFollow Luke Sexton @SextonSounds if you like our intro/outro music. If you are interested in starting your own podcast or need someone to DJ an event, you can message him on IG or email him at luke.andrew.sex@gmail.com.https://open.spotify.com/artist/6IlsoQXrTJgRwEjndYb8Ek?si=xY7mQ55SR5aibQoNYKOsMw

    S2, Ep 3: Seed Cycling

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2022 45:21


    This weeks episode is all about Seed Cycling!Subscribe to our Patreon page to support our show and gain access to our show notes for each episode!patreon.com/bigscienceenergyFollow our Linktree for access to all the research we do on each episode!https://linktr.ee/BSEPodcastFollow Luke Sexton @SextonSounds if you like our intro/outro music. If you are interested in starting your own podcast or need someone to DJ an event, you can message him on IG or email him at luke.andrew.sex@gmail.com.https://open.spotify.com/artist/6IlsoQXrTJgRwEjndYb8Ek?si=xY7mQ55SR5aibQoNYKOsMw

    S2, Ep 2: Cross-Fit

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2022 48:10


    This weeks episode is all about Cross-Fit!Subscribe to our Patreon page to support our show and gain access to our show notes for each episode!patreon.com/bigscienceenergyFollow our Linktree for access to all the research we do on each episode!https://linktr.ee/BSEPodcastFollow Luke Sexton @SextonSounds if you like our intro/outro music. If you are interested in starting your own podcast or need someone to DJ an event, you can message him on IG or email him at luke.andrew.sex@gmail.com.https://open.spotify.com/artist/6IlsoQXrTJgRwEjndYb8Ek?si=xY7mQ55SR5aibQoNYKOsMw

    S2, Ep 1: Body Neutrality

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2022 54:57


    This week's episode is the SEASON 2 DEBUT and is all about Body Neutrality!Subscribe to our Patreon page to support our show and gain access to our show notes for each episode!patreon.com/bigscienceenergyFollow our Linktree for access to all the research we do on each episode!https://linktr.ee/BSEPodcastFollow Luke Sexton @SextonSounds if you like our intro/outro music. If you are interested in starting your own podcast or need someone to DJ an event, you can message him on IG or email him at luke.andrew.sex@gmail.com.https://open.spotify.com/artist/6IlsoQXrTJgRwEjndYb8Ek?si=xY7mQ55SR5aibQoNYKOsMw

    S1, Ep 32: Placebo Effect

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2022 60:26


    This week's episode is the SEASON 1 FINALE and is all about the famous Placebo effect! Don't worry, we'll be producing content over on our Patreon for next few months, but in the mean time enjoy this episode on the reason why all these supplements might actually work! Let us know what you think or if you believe the Placebo effect actually worked for you!Subscribe to our Patreon page to support our show and gain access to our show notes for each episode!patreon.com/bigscienceenergyFollow our Linktree for access to all the research we do on each episode!https://linktr.ee/BSEPodcastFollow Luke Sexton @SextonSounds if you like our intro/outro music. If you are interested in starting your own podcast or need someone to DJ an event, you can message him on IG or email him at luke.andrew.sex@gmail.com.https://open.spotify.com/artist/6IlsoQXrTJgRwEjndYb8Ek?si=xY7mQ55SR5aibQoNYKOsMw

    S1, Ep 31: Adaptogens

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2022 64:56


    This week's episode is all about adaptogens! We are seeing these things across all of these popular nutrition supplements, but what ACTUALLY are they? Are they as science-fictiony as they sound, or are they real molecules that have potential as a therapeutic? Join Sydney and Lauren as they answer these questions, and many more, on these mysterious compounds!Subscribe to our Patreon page to support our show and gain access to our show notes for each episode!patreon.com/bigscienceenergyFollow our Linktree for access to all the research we do on each episode!https://linktr.ee/BSEPodcastFollow Luke Sexton @SextonSounds if you like our intro/outro music. If you are interested in starting your own podcast or need someone to DJ an event, you can message him on IG or email him at luke.andrew.sex@gmail.com.https://open.spotify.com/artist/6IlsoQXrTJgRwEjndYb8Ek?si=xY7mQ55SR5aibQoNYKOsMw

    S1, Ep 30: Athletic Greens

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2022 65:16


    This week's episode is all about the insta-famous supplement, Athletic Greens! Sydney and Lauren dive into the nutritional value of this greens supplement. They go into exactly what's in it and how it compares to cheaper multi-vitamins on the market. As if that isn't enough, there's a first-ever Microbiome corner full of fun facts about the probiotic component of the AG1 supplement. Tune in to learn more! Subscribe to our Patreon page to support our show and gain access to our show notes for each episode!patreon.com/bigscienceenergyFollow our Linktree for access to all the research we do on each episode!https://linktr.ee/BSEPodcastFollow Luke Sexton @SextonSounds if you like our intro/outro music. If you are interested in starting your own podcast or need someone to DJ an event, you can message him on IG or email him at luke.andrew.sex@gmail.com.https://open.spotify.com/artist/6IlsoQXrTJgRwEjndYb8Ek?si=xY7mQ55SR5aibQoNYKOsMw

    S1, Ep 29: Estrogen

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2022 56:26


    Happy Valentine's Day to all of our listeners! To celebrate this Hallmark holiday of love, we're talking nerdy to you all about the hormone, estrogen! Did you know that estrogen is a class of chemicals, not just one singular molecule? What about how estrogen is just as important for male health as it is for females?  Tune in to learn all about how this hormone is working overtime to keep you healthy! Subscribe to our Patreon page to support our show and gain access to our show notes for each episode!patreon.com/bigscienceenergyFollow our Linktree for access to all the research we do on each episode!https://linktr.ee/BSEPodcastFollow Luke Sexton @SextonSounds if you like our intro/outro music. If you are interested in starting your own podcast or need someone to DJ an event, you can message him on IG or email him at luke.andrew.sex@gmail.com.https://open.spotify.com/artist/6IlsoQXrTJgRwEjndYb8Ek?si=xY7mQ55SR5aibQoNYKOsMw

    S1, Ep 28: Caffeine

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2022 61:44


    This week's episode is all about Caffeine! Have you ever wondered how your morning coffee actually makes you feel awake? What about all that hype around using it to enhance your athletic performance? Join Sydney and Lauren as they discuss the science around this stimulant. They'll go over caffeine metabolism and what it actually does to your body so that you can go forth feeling energized AND informed.  Subscribe to our Patreon page to support our show and gain access to our show notes for each episode!patreon.com/bigscienceenergyFollow our Linktree for access to all the research we do on each episode!https://linktr.ee/BSEPodcastFollow Luke Sexton @SextonSounds if you like our intro/outro music. If you are interested in starting your own podcast or need someone to DJ an event, you can message him on IG or email him at luke.andrew.sex@gmail.com.https://open.spotify.com/artist/6IlsoQXrTJgRwEjndYb8Ek?si=xY7mQ55SR5aibQoNYKOsMw

    S1, Ep 27: Weight Watchers

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2022 65:48


    Due to popular demand, our episode this week is all about a very well known dieting program: Weight Watchers! Why is WW so popular among dieters and physicians alike? What is the point system and how does it work? Satisfy your hunger for more info and tune in as Sydney and Lauren discuss the science and personal anecdotes relating to this diet.  Subscribe to our Patreon page to support our show and gain access to our show notes for each episode!patreon.com/bigscienceenergyFollow our Linktree for access to all the research we do on each episode!https://linktr.ee/BSEPodcastFollow Luke Sexton @SextonSounds if you like our intro/outro music. If you are interested in starting your own podcast or need someone to DJ an event, you can message him on IG or email him at luke.andrew.sex@gmail.com.https://open.spotify.com/artist/6IlsoQXrTJgRwEjndYb8Ek?si=xY7mQ55SR5aibQoNYKOsMw

    S1, Ep 26: Fat! The Good, The Bad, and The Squishy

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2022 60:44


    Happy New Year from your fellow nerds at BSE Pod!! To ring in 2022, Sydney and Lauren wanted to dive into all things FAT. That's right, not how to necessarily lose it, but learning about why it's actually essential to your body's functions. In this episode, we'll learn about the differences between nutritional fat (that you eat) and body fat (that you squish). Consider this our cheeky anti-New Year Resolution episode ;) Subscribe to our Patreon page to support our show and gain access to our show notes for each episode!patreon.com/bigscienceenergyFollow our Linktree for access to all the research we do on each episode!https://linktr.ee/BSEPodcastFollow Luke Sexton @SextonSounds if you like our intro/outro music. If you are interested in starting your own podcast or need someone to DJ an event, you can message him on IG or email him at luke.andrew.sex@gmail.com.https://open.spotify.com/artist/6IlsoQXrTJgRwEjndYb8Ek?si=xY7mQ55SR5aibQoNYKOsMw

    S1, Ep 25: Ginger

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2021 50:46


    This week's episode is all about ginger! No, not the gorgeous hair color that everyone wishes they had! Tis the season to talk ginger, the food! It has long been held in high regard for its medicinal and digestive benefits, but what we know is proven of this magic dietary aid. Join Sydney and Lauren as they explain what they know and what the experts have to say about it...P.S. Merry Christmas to all of our Big Science Energy listeners and Patreon members! Subscribe to our Patreon page to support our show and gain access to our show notes for each episode!patreon.com/bigscienceenergyFollow our Linktree for access to all the research we do on each episode!https://linktr.ee/BSEPodcastFollow Luke Sexton @SextonSounds if you like our intro/outro music. If you are interested in starting your own podcast or need someone to DJ an event, you can message him on IG or email him at luke.andrew.sex@gmail.com.https://open.spotify.com/artist/6IlsoQXrTJgRwEjndYb8Ek?si=xY7mQ55SR5aibQoNYKOsMw

    S1, Ep 24: Whole30

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2021 53:50


    This week's episode is all about Whole30! The Whole30 program is a popular fad diet that focuses on eliminating foods that commonly cause allergies or intolerances for 30 straight days. Not only that, but there's an entire page of foods on the restricted list that aren't known to cause inflammation or allergies. Join Sydney and Lauren this week as they go into the recent history of the Whole30 program and what medical experts say about it.Subscribe to our Patreon page to support our show and gain access to our show notes for each episode!patreon.com/bigscienceenergyFollow our Linktree for access to all the research we do on each episode!https://linktr.ee/BSEPodcastFollow Luke Sexton @SextonSounds if you like our intro/outro music. If you are interested in starting your own podcast or need someone to DJ an event, you can message him on IG or email him at luke.andrew.sex@gmail.com.https://open.spotify.com/artist/6IlsoQXrTJgRwEjndYb8Ek?si=xY7mQ55SR5aibQoNYKOsMw

    S1, Ep 23: Tryptophan

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2021 34:24


    It's Turkey week, folks! You know how you get really sleepy when you eat way too much turkey on Thanksgiving? No, just us? Well, on this week's episode Sydney and Lauren dive into the science behind tryptophan, the molecule who's become infamous for those holiday food comas. Come join us as we learn SO MANY FUN FACTS about this essential amino acid. Happy Thanksgiving, nerds! Subscribe to our Patreon page to support our show and gain access to our show notes for each episode!patreon.com/bigscienceenergyFollow our Linktree for access to all the research we do on each episode!https://linktr.ee/BSEPodcastFollow Luke Sexton @SextonSounds if you like our intro/outro music!https://open.spotify.com/artist/6IlsoQXrTJgRwEjndYb8Ek?si=xY7mQ55SR5aibQoNYKOsMw

    S1, Ep 22: Warm-ups and Stretching

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2021 57:40


    This week's episode is all about warm ups and stretching! Have you ever wondered, how necessary is it to do a warm up before a work out? What about the actual benefits of stretching? We wondered the same thing! Join us as we de-mystify the reasons that everyone tells you to incorporate them into your workout routines. Subscribe to our Patreon page to support our show and gain access to our show notes for each episode!patreon.com/bigscienceenergyFollow our Linktree for access to all the research we do on each episode!https://linktr.ee/BSEPodcastFollow Luke Sexton @SextonSounds if you like our intro/outro music!https://open.spotify.com/artist/6IlsoQXrTJgRwEjndYb8Ek?si=xY7mQ55SR5aibQoNYKOsMw

    S1, Ep 21: Biotin & Collagen

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2021 53:32


    This week's episode is all about Biotin & Collagen! Have you seen these as supplements all around your internet pages and wellness stores? If you thought that they were pretty similar, you're not alone! Sydney and Lauren dive into what these molecules actually are, why they're so important for your health, and how they're similar and different. Tune in to find out more!Subscribe to our Patreon page to support our show and gain access to our show notes for each episode!patreon.com/bigscienceenergyFollow our Linktree for access to all the research we do on each episode!https://linktr.ee/BSEPodcastFollow Luke Sexton @SextonSounds if you like our intro/outro music!https://open.spotify.com/artist/6IlsoQXrTJgRwEjndYb8Ek?si=xY7mQ55SR5aibQoNYKOsMw

    S1, Ep 20: The Microbiome feat. Doug Kenny, Ph.D.

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2021 58:44


    This week's episode is all about the microbiome with our good friend Doug Kenny, Ph. D.! Doug received his Ph.D. in Chemical Biology from Harvard University studying the cholesterol pathway and its interplay with our gut bacteria. Gut health is fascinating field of scientific research, so it's not surprising that we've started to see it as a subject of wellness trends as well. Sydney and Lauren get to ask Doug all the fun questions to figure out what's marketing and what's medicine. Tune in to hear the answers!Subscribe to our Patreon page to support our show and gain access to our show notes for each episode!patreon.com/bigscienceenergy Follow our Linktree for access to all the research we do on each episode!https://linktr.ee/BSEPodcastFollow Luke Sexton @SextonSounds if you like our intro/outro music!https://open.spotify.com/artist/6IlsoQXrTJgRwEjndYb8Ek?si=xY7mQ55SR5aibQoNYKOsMw

    S1, Ep 19: Chlorophyll

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2021 47:34


    Fall is here! Since there's no science (that we know of...) behind PSL's we wanted to dive into the reason for the season of color-changing leaves and a recent health trend. This week, Sydney and Lauren dig into the research of chlorophyll as a food supplement! You probably know chlorophyll as the green pigment in leaves, but did you know that there are claims on it having health benefits, too? Join us to find out more!Follow our Linktree for access to all the research we do on each episode!https://linktr.ee/BSEPodcastFollow Luke Sexton @SextonSounds if you like our intro/outro music!https://open.spotify.com/artist/6IlsoQXrTJgRwEjndYb8Ek?si=xY7mQ55SR5aibQoNYKOsMw

    S1, Ep 18: Juice Cleanses

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2021 64:42


    That's right! This week, Sydney and Lauren dive into the (sparse) primary literature on the science behind juice cleansing. Have you ever wondered what these "toxins" are that juice cleanses claim to get rid of? Did you know that your body has already adapted to detoxifying certain chemicals, without the aid of a cleanse diet? Join us as we dissect the science of cleansing so that you can be equipped with everything you need to know!Follow our Linktree for access to all the research we do on each episode!https://linktr.ee/BSEPodcastFollow Luke Sexton @SextonSounds if you like our intro/outro music!https://open.spotify.com/artist/6IlsoQXrTJgRwEjndYb8Ek?si=xY7mQ55SR5aibQoNYKOsMw

    S1, Ep 17: Apple Cider Vinegar

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 30, 2021 54:16


    This week's episode is all about the mystical properties behind apple cider vinegar (or ACV). Vinegar has been around for thousands of years, how did apple cider vinegar become so popular as folk medicine? Is there any science that backs the claims people make about managing diabetes and improving your skin health? Sydney and Lauren dive into the research that has actually been done (and still needs to be done) on this caustic cure-all. Enjoy!Follow our Linktree for access to all the research we do on each episode!https://linktr.ee/BSEPodcastFollow Luke Sexton @SextonSounds if you like our intro/outro music!https://open.spotify.com/artist/6IlsoQXrTJgRwEjndYb8Ek?si=xY7mQ55SR5aibQoNYKOsMw

    S1, Ep 16: Blame it on the Alcohol

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2021 74:22


    That's right! This week's episode of BSE focuses on alcohol! Most of us know about the fun part of drinking booze followed by the not-so-fun, dreaded hangover, but how much do we really understand about what alcohol is doing in our bodies? Sydney and Lauren are no strangers to this sneaky stuff, so they wanted to dive into its effects on metabolism, sleep and mental health (ever heard of hangxiety?). They also share research with you on the science behind wives' tales of curing hangovers, like having some hair of the dog. It's a fun one, folks!Follow our Linktree for access to all the research we do on each episode!https://linktr.ee/BSEPodcastFollow Luke Sexton @SextonSounds if you like our intro/outro music!https://open.spotify.com/artist/6IlsoQXrTJgRwEjndYb8Ek?si=xY7mQ55SR5aibQoNYKOsMw

    S1, Ep 15: Performance Enhancers (Olympic Edition Part 2!)

    Play Episode Play 45 sec Highlight Listen Later Aug 2, 2021 66:38


    It's week two of the 2021 Summer Olympics, so Sydney and Lauren wanted to dive into the controversial topic of performance enhancers! Using drugs that boost your athletic abilities, or doping, is banned by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) and enforced by the World Anti-Doping Code. The number of tests for banned substances continues to climb with each Game, and the list of doping agents is staggering. Sometimes, an athlete doesn't even know they've ingested the substance before they test positive for it. So in this episode, we go into the rationale and biological mechanisms for some of the most well-known or controversial doping agents, so that you can watch this year's Olympics with a whole new perspective.Follow our Linktree for access to all the research we do on each episode!https://linktr.ee/BSEPodcastFollow Luke Sexton @SextonSounds if you like our intro/outro music!https://open.spotify.com/artist/6IlsoQXrTJgRwEjndYb8Ek?si=xY7mQ55SR5aibQoNYKOsMw

    S1, Ep 14: RED-S Syndrome (Olympic Edition Part 1!)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2021 73:12


    Athletes are known for pushing their body to the extreme in order to perform their best. Female athletes are particularly susceptible to overtraining. In this week's episode, Sydney and Lauren discuss the dangers of Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (RED-S) Syndrome (formerly known as the Female Athlete Triad). They also dissect the statement released by the International Olympic Committee on RED-S and give you some steamy science drama!! Follow our Linktree for access to all the research we do on each episode!https://linktr.ee/BSEPodcastFollow Luke Sexton @SextonSounds if you like our intro/outro music!https://open.spotify.com/artist/6IlsoQXrTJgRwEjndYb8Ek?si=xY7mQ55SR5aibQoNYKOsMw

    S1, Ep 13: Medium-Chain Triglyceride (MCT) Oil

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2021 52:10


    Have you ever heard of MCT oil? You may have heard of coconut oil, but how does that relate to MCT oil? Does it promote healthy weight loss and can it be used to treat neurodegenerative diseases? On today's episode Sydney and Lauren explore some of the rumored benefits of this mysterious oil.Follow our Linktree for access to all the research we do on each episode!https://linktr.ee/BSEPodcastFollow Luke Sexton @SextonSounds if you like our intro/outro music!https://open.spotify.com/artist/6IlsoQXrTJgRwEjndYb8Ek?si=xY7mQ55SR5aibQoNYKOsMw

    S1, Ep 12: The Ketogenic Diet

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2021 64:34


    Today's episode is all about the very popular, but often controversial, keto diet! Lauren and Sydney dive into the pros and cons of this fad and why you should pay close attention to what diets claim to do for your body!Follow our Linktree for access to all the research we do on each episode!https://linktr.ee/BSEPodcastFollow Luke Sexton @SextonSounds if you like our intro/outro music!https://open.spotify.com/artist/6IlsoQXrTJgRwEjndYb8Ek?si=xY7mQ55SR5aibQoNYKOsMw

    S1, Ep 11: Why Women Should Lift ft. Brooke Rosenbauer

    Play Episode Play 60 sec Highlight Listen Later Jun 7, 2021 62:52


    Today is a VERY special episode, Sydney and Lauren are joined by their very first guest, Brooke Rosenbauer! Brooke is a certified personal trainer, sports nutritionist, Les Mills National trainer, Reebok Community Impact leader, and best of all a fellow science nerd! Tune in to learn why weightlifting is great for everybody (especially women) as we debunk the theory that pumping iron makes you "bulky".Follow our Linktree for access to all the research we do on each episode!https://linktr.ee/BSEPodcastFollow Luke Sexton @SextonSounds if you like our intro/outro music!https://open.spotify.com/artist/6IlsoQXrTJgRwEjndYb8Ek?si=xY7mQ55SR5aibQoNYKOsMw

    S1, Ep 10: Plant-Based Milks

    Play Episode Play 33 sec Highlight Listen Later May 31, 2021 57:26


    Have you ever wondered if plant-based milks are actually healthier than cow's milk? In this episode, Sydney and Lauren discuss the nutritional benefits of cow's milk versus popular milk alternatives like almond, soy and oat milk. Tune in to learn about the differences between them and how that can help you with your personal wellness goals. Follow our Linktree for access to all the research we do on each episode!https://linktr.ee/BSEPodcastFollow Luke Sexton @SextonSounds if you like our intro/outro music!https://open.spotify.com/artist/6IlsoQXrTJgRwEjndYb8Ek?si=xY7mQ55SR5aibQoNYKOsMw

    S1, Ep 9: Tart Cherry

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2021 45:38


    Did you know that there's another variety of cherries called Tart Cherries?  These are not your normal sweet fruit from the grocery store! Tart cherry juice and capsules have gained popularity over the years as as a solution for muscle soreness and insomnia. But how much scientific research has actually been done on these sour supplements? Join Sydney and Lauren as they find out!Follow our Linktree for access to all the research we do on each episode!https://linktr.ee/BSEPodcastFollow Luke Sexton @SextonSounds if you like our intro/outro music!https://open.spotify.com/artist/6IlsoQXrTJgRwEjndYb8Ek?si=xY7mQ55SR5aibQoNYKOsMw

    S1, Ep 8: Turmeric

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2021 51:28


    Turmeric isn't just a yummy ingredient for cooking! It has been used for hundreds of years to reduce inflammation. Join Sydney and Lauren as they go over recent scientific data that describes exactly why turmeric might actually live up to the hype! Follow our Linktree for access to all the research we do on each episode!https://linktr.ee/BSEPodcastFollow Luke Sexton @SextonSounds if you like our intro/outro music!https://open.spotify.com/artist/6IlsoQXrTJgRwEjndYb8Ek?si=xY7mQ55SR5aibQoNYKOsMw

    S1, Ep 7: Sugars vs. Sweeteners

    Play Episode Play 43 sec Highlight Listen Later May 10, 2021 53:50


    Holy sugar! Do you know how many ingredients humans have discovered and created over the years in order to sweeten our food and drinks? In this episode, Sydney and Lauren dive into the differences between natural sugars, natural sweeteners, artificial sweeteners and sugar alcohols to hopefully give you more tools to decide what's best for you. *Content Warning: Sugar-free gummy bears might really mess you up down there*Follow our Linktree for access to all the research we do on each episode!https://linktr.ee/BSEPodcastFollow Luke Sexton @SextonSounds if you like our intro/outro music!https://open.spotify.com/artist/6IlsoQXrTJgRwEjndYb8Ek?si=xY7mQ55SR5aibQoNYKOsMw

    S1, Ep 6: Muscle Scraping

    Play Episode Play 54 sec Highlight Listen Later May 3, 2021 60:48


    Do you ever wonder why people are crowding around the jade rollers in the beauty aisle of the internet? Graston Technique, or other forms of muscle scraping, is a common practice in physical therapy sessions to alleviate pain. It also has a fascinating history that dates back to traditional Chinese medicine that is still used today! In this week's episode, Sydney and Lauren share their personal experiences with muscle scraping along with real research on it. Follow our Linktree for access to all the research we do on each episode!https://linktr.ee/BSEPodcastFollow Luke Sexton @SextonSounds if you like our intro/outro music!https://open.spotify.com/artist/6IlsoQXrTJgRwEjndYb8Ek?si=xY7mQ55SR5aibQoNYKOsMw

    S1, Ep 5: The Pelvic Floor (For Your Main Squeeze)

    Play Episode Play 44 sec Highlight Listen Later Apr 26, 2021 57:26


    In this episode, Sydney and Lauren prove that no topic is off limits. That's right, folks, it's time to talk about your pelvic floor! EVERYONE has one, so why aren't we talking about it more? Pelvic floor disfunction affects more people than you might think, but the good news is that it can be totally treatable, and you're not alone out there. Listen in to learn about this amazing group of muscles and how you can help it be as strong as possible.Follow our Linktree for access to all the research we do on each episode!https://linktr.ee/BSEPodcastFollow Luke Sexton @SextonSounds if you like our intro/outro music!https://open.spotify.com/artist/6IlsoQXrTJgRwEjndYb8Ek?si=xY7mQ55SR5aibQoNYKOsMw

    S1, Ep 4: The TB12 (Tom Brady's) Method

    Play Episode Play 30 sec Highlight Listen Later Apr 19, 2021 59:36


    There are a lot of mixed opinions about Tom Brady, but what we can all agree on is how infamous the GOAT's diet has become. From food combining to the alkaline diet, Sydney and Lauren dive into the science behind his mixed methodologies to uncover...well...is there any science behind them at all?? Listen in to find out!Follow our Linktree for access to all the research we do on each episode!https://linktr.ee/BSEPodcastFollow Luke Sexton @SextonSounds if you like our intro/outro music!https://open.spotify.com/artist/6IlsoQXrTJgRwEjndYb8Ek?si=xY7mQ55SR5aibQoNYKOsMw

    S1, Ep 3: Branched-Chain Amino Acids (BCAAs)

    Play Episode Play 56 sec Highlight Listen Later Apr 12, 2021 59:22


    Branched-Chain Amino Acids (BCAA's) are a new protein supplement fad that is sweeping the nutrition space. Do you actually need them? Are you getting enough of them to get those sick gains? Join Sydney and Lauren as they share the real science behind these little muscle builders before you add them to your shopping cart.Follow our Linktree for access to all the research we do on each episode!https://linktr.ee/BSEPodcastFollow Luke Sexton @SextonSounds if you like our intro/outro music!https://open.spotify.com/artist/6IlsoQXrTJgRwEjndYb8Ek?si=xY7mQ55SR5aibQoNYKOsMw

    S1, Ep 2: Cannabidiol (CBD)

    Play Episode Play 55 sec Highlight Listen Later Apr 5, 2021 57:33


    Cannabidiol (CBD) is touted as a cure-all for all ailments, from anxiety to pain relief. But how much do we actually know about it? Does it really work for EVERYTHING?? Join Sydney and Lauren as they debunk what's medicine and what's marketing in the realm of CBD.Follow our Linktree for access to all the research we do on each episode!https://linktr.ee/BSEPodcastFollow Luke Sexton @SextonSounds if you like our intro/outro music!https://open.spotify.com/artist/6IlsoQXrTJgRwEjndYb8Ek?si=xY7mQ55SR5aibQoNYKOsMw

    S1, Ep 1: Intermittent Fasting

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2021 57:06


    Have you ever wondered about why certain fad diets, like Intermittent Fasting, are so popular? Why does it work better for men than for women? Should women even TRY intermittent fasting?? In this episode, Sydney and Lauren dive into the scientific research behind Intermittent Fasting and leave you with the tools to make an educated decision about your wellness.Follow our Linktree for access to all the research we do on each episode!https://linktr.ee/BSEPodcastFollow Luke Sexton @SextonSounds if you like our intro/outro music!https://open.spotify.com/artist/6IlsoQXrTJgRwEjndYb8Ek?si=xY7mQ55SR5aibQoNYKOsMw

    S1, Ep 0: Welcome to Big Science Energy!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2021 3:22


    Welcome to Big Science Energy! A fully-trained, semi-professional science pitstop along your wellness journey :) NEW EPISODES EVERY MONDAY!Who are the Podcasters? Sydney Alnemy graduated with a B.S. in Biology and an M.S. in Biotechnology and Lauren Styskal graduated with a B.S. in Biological Engineering and an M.Eng. in Biomedical Engineering. They have 15 years of combined experience in the fields of biotechnology and science and a shared interest in health, wellness, & overall fitness.You can contact the team via e-mail at bigscienceenergy@gmail.com, or @bigscienceenergy on Instagram! Follow Sydney (@sydneyrosea) and Lauren (@lestyskal) on Instagram! THANK YOU to Luke Sexton for producing and editing our episodes! Follow his Spotify page at the link below or on Instagram @SextonSounds. Huge shout-out to Tara Alnemy and the Carew Clan for designing the artwork and logo for the show!If you liked this episode please rate us on iTunes or Apple Music and leave us a review, it really helps! Enjoy the show and thank you for listening! https://open.spotify.com/artist/6IlsoQXrTJgRwEjndYb8Ek?si=xY7mQ55SR5aibQoNYKOsMw

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