Brain Food: Nutrition for Mental Performance

Everything that makes you uniquely human comes from the brain, and the brain is held up by neurotransmitters. Without neurotransmitters, the brain couldn't function. This week, Casey gives you a quick rundown on what neurotransmitters are, as well as how to keep them in balance. Specifically, he discusses the perils of chronic stress and elevated adrenaline, and several key strategies to manage both. Give it a listen if you are overworked and constantly stressed! If you enjoy this series and have found any value from it, please share it with a friend. My goal is to cut through the crap and spread some credible nutrition information! And if you have any other feedback, or would just like to say 'Hello', my email is caseythomasrd@gmail.com. I read everything you guys send me!

Modern humans have access to all sorts of stimuli that can artificially elevate dopamine levels beyond those seen naturally. This leads to downregulation of natural dopamine production, and a loss of motivation for things that SHOULD motivate you. In this episode, Casey walks through 8 tips to help you recalibrate your system to help normalize your dopamine levels. If you enjoy this series and have found any value from it, please share it with a friend. My goal is to cut through the crap and spread some credible nutrition information! And if you have any other feedback, or would just like to say 'Hello', my email is caseythomasrd@gmail.com. I read everything you guys send me!

In this episode, Casey reviews Bacopa Monnieri - a compound that has been used for thousands of years to help with cognitive function and health. Despite its history, there are very few well-controlled research trials investigating its usefulness. Casey looks at the only trial done in healthy adults that investigated Bacopa's use as a memory enhancer. Give it a listen, the results may surprise you! If you enjoy this series and have found any value from it, please share it with a friend. My goal is to cut through the crap and spread some credible nutrition information! And if you have any other feedback, or would just like to say 'Hello', my email is caseythomasrd@gmail.com. I read everything you guys send me!

Another listener wrote in asking Casey to review choline supplementation. There are many bold claims made regarding choline, and we have broken up the answer into two parts. In part 1 (last week), Casey reviewed the most popular claim - that choline supplementation can enhance your memory. In part 2 (this episode), Casey reviews whether choline supplementation can enhance fine motor control - a more rare claim, but particularly relevant to the typical purchaser. You will be surprised by the results! If you enjoy this series and have found any value from it, please share it with a friend. My goal is to cut through the crap and spread some credible nutrition information! And if you have any other feedback, or would just like to say 'Hello', my email is caseythomasrd@gmail.com. I read everything you guys send me!

Another listener wrote in asking Casey to review choline supplementation. There are many bold claims made regarding choline, and we have broken up the answer into two parts. In part 1 (this episode), Casey reviews the most popular claim - that choline supplementation can enhance your memory. In part 2 (released next week), Casey reviews whether choline supplementation can enhance fine motor control - a more rare claim, but particularly relevant to the typical purchaser. You will be surprised by the results! If you enjoy this series and have found any value from it, please share it with a friend. My goal is to cut through the crap and spread some credible nutrition information! And if you have any other feedback, or would just like to say 'Hello', my email is caseythomasrd@gmail.com. I read everything you guys send me!

Ever wonder what the best way to undergo ANY diet is? This week, Casey reviews two different dietary strategies - flexible vs. rigid dieting. There are merits to both, but only one will get you the lasting results that you want. Don't start dieting until you give this week a listen.If you enjoy this series and have found any value from it, please share it with a friend. My goal is to cut through the crap and spread some credible nutrition information! And if you have any other feedback, or would just like to say 'Hello', my email is caseythomasrd@gmail.com. I read everything you guys send me!

With a return to more 'normal' holidays coming up, Casey wanted to provide you with some practical strategies so that you can get the most out of the experience WITHOUT it setting you back. Admittedly, this is not a strict episode on nutrition for mental performance, but it will be practically useful for anyone surrounded by tempting and dangerous foods. Give it a listen if you want some effective tips!If you enjoy this series and have found any value from it, please share it with a friend. My goal is to cut through the crap and spread some credible nutrition information! And if you have any other feedback, or would just like to say 'Hello', my email is caseythomasrd@gmail.com. I read everything you guys send me!

Another listener wrote in asking for Casey to weigh in on the juice cleanse trend. Juice cleanses make all sorts of claims - that it will help you feel better, look better, think better, and shed weight like crazy. This week, Casey tells you what the science actually says regarding juice cleanses. Hint: We have very little data. Give this episode a listen if you're curious about the trend!If you enjoy this series and have found any value from it, please share it with a friend. My goal is to cut through the crap and spread some credible nutrition information! And if you have any other feedback, or would just like to say 'Hello', my email is caseythomasrd@gmail.com. I read everything you guys send me!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week, Casey talks about two big strategies that nutrition researchers use to scam people. These scams plague the field and contribute to the misinformation and lack of credibility that nutrition research has. If you want to learn how to protect yourself and become a more savvy consumer, give this week's episode a listen!If you enjoy this series and have found any value from it, please share it with a friend. My goal is to cut through the crap and spread some credible nutrition information! And if you have any other feedback, or would just like to say 'Hello', my email is caseythomasrd@gmail.com. I read everything you guys send me!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We've highlighted the role of the gut-brain axis in previous episodes. This week, Casey looks at probiotic supplementation and the impact it has on both the mood state and cognitive performance. The results suggest that even single strains of bacteria can have a significant effect on our brain. Check out this week's podcast to learn what strain!If you enjoy this series and have found any value from it, please share it with a friend. My goal is to cut through the crap and spread some credible nutrition information! And if you have any other feedback, or would just like to say 'Hello', my email is caseythomasrd@gmail.com. I read everything you guys send me!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Beta-alanine has proven efficacy at enhancing high intensity physical performance, but are there any data supporting its use for cognitive performance? This week, Casey reviews a fun study investigating the use of beta-alanine on various physical and cognitive metrics in otherwise healthy individuals. The results were modest, but still interesting - give it a listen if you're curious!If you enjoy this series and have found any value from it, please share it with a friend. My goal is to cut through the crap and spread some credible nutrition information! And if you have any other feedback, or would just like to say 'Hello', my email is caseythomasrd@gmail.com. I read everything you guys send me!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week, Casey answers another listener question: Is L-carnitine an effective nootropic? Or is it a waste of money? Casey goes over the current state of the evidence regarding L-carnitine's use in otherwise healthy individuals. Give it a listen if you are curious! The answer may surprise you.If you enjoy this series and have found any value from it, please share it with a friend. My goal is to cut through the crap and spread some credible nutrition information! And if you have any other feedback, or would just like to say 'Hello', my email is caseythomasrd@gmail.com. I read everything you guys send me!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week, Casey reviews the nootropic Alpha Brain from Onnit. A listener wrote in asking for Casey's opinion. Give this week a listen if you want a no-BS answer based on two research trials that examined the effects of Alpha Brain directly. The results will surprise you!If you enjoy this series and have found any value from it, please share it with a friend. My goal is to cut through the crap and spread some credible nutrition information! And if you have any other feedback, or would just like to say 'Hello', my email is caseythomasrd@gmail.com. I read everything you guys send me!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

There's something everyone KNOWS they need to be eating, but they just don't do it. We even know how good they are for preventing things like death and disease. However, there's not been convincing data on how it helps us in the short-term. What are the immediate benefits, if any, to cognitive performance? Give this week a listen if you want to hear what I'm talking about!If you enjoy this series and have found any value from it, please share it with a friend. My goal is to cut through the crap and spread some credible nutrition information! And if you have any other feedback, or would just like to say 'Hello', my email is caseythomasrd@gmail.com. I read everything you guys send me!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Much of this podcast has focused on reviewing positive foods and strategies to enhance brain performance. This week, Casey takes a different spin on it and looks at a particularly detrimental food item that will DIRECTLY compromise your brain's ability to function at it's highest capacity. Don't eat another meal until you give this a listen!If you enjoy this series and have found any value from it, please share it with a friend. My goal is to cut through the crap and spread some credible nutrition information! And if you have any other feedback, or would just like to say 'Hello', my email is caseythomasrd@gmail.com. I read everything you guys send me!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week, Casey answers another listener question, "Does eating chocolate help brain performance?" Chocolate has traditionally been regarded as a treat, but marketers have been doing a good job making claims that darker chocolates and natural cocoa may have several health benefits. Is there anything truth to it? More importantly, will it help with brain performance? Give this week a listen if you're curious!If you enjoy this series and have found any value from it, please share it with a friend. My goal is to cut through the crap and spread some credible nutrition information! And if you have any other feedback, or would just like to say 'Hello', my email is caseythomasrd@gmail.com. I read everything you guys send me!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The gut microbiome is a hot topic these days. Unfortunately, most of the data coming out comes from marketing firms trying to sell you probiotic and prebiotic supplements. What the science says is quite different. This week, Casey continues the topic by giving you practical strategies to alter your gut microbiome for the better (yes, we talk about probiotics and prebiotics here!).If you enjoy this series and have found any value from it, please share it with a friend. My goal is to cut through the crap and spread some credible nutrition information! And if you have any other feedback, or would just like to say 'Hello', my email is caseythomasrd@gmail.com. I read everything you guys send me!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The gut microbiome is a hot topic these days. Unfortunately, most of the data coming out comes from marketing firms trying to sell you probiotic and prebiotic supplements. What the science says is quite different. This week, Casey introduces the topic of the gut microbiome by telling you what it is and why you should care about it for mental performance.If you enjoy this series and have found any value from it, please share it with a friend. My goal is to cut through the crap and spread some credible nutrition information! And if you have any other feedback, or would just like to say 'Hello', my email is caseythomasrd@gmail.com. I read everything you guys send me!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Much of nutrition has nothing to do with nutrition science and everything to do with psychology. It's not enough to tell people to eat broccoli every day. You need to figure out not only what to do, but how to do it in a way that sticks. We want habits. This week, Casey reviews a proven strategy for rewiring the brain to support the habits you want.If you enjoy this series and have found any value from it, please share it with a friend. My goal is to cut through the crap and spread some credible nutrition information! And if you have any other feedback, or would just like to say 'Hello', my email is caseythomasrd@gmail.com. I read everything you guys send me!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

No matter what you're going for, you want to build good habits. You want your cognitive enhancing efforts to become effortless. You want it to be a part of your life, and not a chore. This week, Casey talks about the 4 stages of habit formation and how you can start working to "break" bad habits. Check it out if you're looking for results that LAST!If you enjoy this series and have found any value from it, please share it with a friend. My goal is to cut through the crap and spread some credible nutrition information! And if you have any other feedback, or would just like to say 'Hello', my email is caseythomasrd@gmail.com. I read everything you guys send me!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week, Casey discusses a supplement that has gained popularity in the endurance activity world - beets. It is now well-known that it enhances various physical metrics, but a new research study came out showing it may also be beneficial for the brain! Check it out to learn both what beets can do for your cognitive performance and also how to properly dose with it.If you enjoy this series and have found any value from it, please share it with a friend. My goal is to cut through the crap and spread some credible nutrition information! And if you have any other feedback, or would just like to say 'Hello', my email is caseythomasrd@gmail.com. I read everything you guys send me!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this 4 part series, Casey examines stimulant use for cognitive performance (or lack thereof) with a specific emphasis on Adderall. Adderall is a medication that has been gaining widespread illicit use in many sectors – business, academics, sports – under the belief that it will enhance performance. Is there any truth to it? Should you be taking Adderall? The results may surprise you! Check it out.If you enjoy this series and have found any value from it, please share it with a friend. My goal is to cut through the crap and spread some credible nutrition information! And if you have any other feedback, or would just like to say 'Hello', my email is caseythomasrd@gmail.com. I read everything you guys send me!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this 4 part series, Casey examines stimulant use for cognitive performance (or lack thereof) with a specific emphasis on Adderall. Adderall is a medication that has been gaining widespread illicit use in many sectors – business, academics, sports – under the belief that it will enhance performance. Is there any truth to it? Should you be taking Adderall? The results may surprise you! Check it out.If you enjoy this series and have found any value from it, please share it with a friend. My goal is to cut through the crap and spread some credible nutrition information! And if you have any other feedback, or would just like to say 'Hello', my email is caseythomasrd@gmail.com. I read everything you guys send me!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this 4 part series, Casey examines stimulant use for cognitive performance (or lack thereof) with a specific emphasis on Adderall. Adderall is a medication that has been gaining widespread illicit use in many sectors – business, academics, sports – under the belief that it will enhance performance. Is there any truth to it? Should you be taking Adderall? The results may surprise you! Check it out.If you enjoy this series and have found any value from it, please share it with a friend. My goal is to cut through the crap and spread some credible nutrition information! And if you have any other feedback, or would just like to say 'Hello', my email is caseythomasrd@gmail.com. I read everything you guys send me!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this 4 part series, Casey examines stimulant use for cognitive performance (or lack thereof) with a specific emphasis on Adderall. Adderall is a medication that has been gaining widespread illicit use in many sectors – business, academics, sports – under the belief that it will enhance performance. Is there any truth to it? Should you be taking Adderall? The results may surprise you! Check it out.If you enjoy this series and have found any value from it, please share it with a friend. My goal is to cut through the crap and spread some credible nutrition information! And if you have any other feedback, or would just like to say 'Hello', my email is caseythomasrd@gmail.com. I read everything you guys send me!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ancient Greek academics and students used to wear rosemary under the belief that it improved their brain functions. Is there any truth to it? This week, Casey reviews the first study to test if rosemary aromatherapy improves cognitive functions in healthy individuals. Give it a listen!This week, Casey helps you separate fact from fiction by answering once and for all if magnesium supplementation can act as a nootropic.If you enjoy this series and have found any value from it, please share it with a friend. My goal is to cut through the crap and spread some credible nutrition information! And if you have any other feedback, or would just like to say 'Hello', my email is caseythomasrd@gmail.com. I read everything you guys send me!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Magnesium supplementation has been growing in popularity. As the popularity has grown, so have the extravagant claims. This week, Casey helps you separate fact from fiction by answering once and for all if magnesium supplementation can act as a nootropic. Spoiler: The answer is both 'yes' and 'no'. Give it a listen if your curious how magnesium can help you.If you enjoy this series and have found any value from it, please share it with a friend. My goal is to cut through the crap and spread some credible nutrition information! And if you have any other feedback, or would just like to say 'Hello', my email is caseythomasrd@gmail.com. I read everything you guys send me!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week, Casey rants about the biggest problem in nutrition research - the control groups! This deceptive strategy is how the government or marketing agencies can make ANY diet look amazing. Give it a listen if you're curious how we're continually being fooled.If you enjoy this series and have found any value from it, please share it with a friend. My goal is to cut through the crap and spread some credible nutrition information! And if you have any other feedback, or would just like to say 'Hello', my email is caseythomasrd@gmail.com. I read everything you guys send me!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week, Casey goes on a rant about how people incorrectly form their opinions about nutrition without doing any fact checking. You should always verify information when it has to deal with your health or performance! Marketers take advantage of your lack of due diligence and get away with all sorts of scams. Casey provides some easy tips to help protect your wallet, your health, and your performance.If you enjoy this series and have found any value from it, please share it with a friend. My goal is to cut through the crap and spread some credible nutrition information! And if you have any other feedback, or would just like to say 'Hello', my email is caseythomasrd@gmail.com. I read everything you guys send me!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week, Casey examines one of the biggest issues plaguing the nutrition field today - the mass spread of nutrition misinformation. One of the root causes for this is explained by the Dunning-Kruger effect. Inside, Casey teaches you how to protect yourself from this trap. Don't consume any other nutrition media until you've heard this one!If you enjoy this series and have found any value from it, please share it with a friend. My goal is to cut through the crap and spread some credible nutrition information! And if you have any other feedback, or would just like to say 'Hello', my email is caseythomasrd@gmail.com. I read everything you guys send me!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The old cannabis data is severely flawed. Only with the recent legalization of marijuana use are we finally starting to see quality research studies. This week, Casey reviews a study that compared the effects of using either THC or THC+CBD strains of cannabis on cognitive performance. There's still a lot of unanswered questions, but this study is a good first step at understanding how cannabis use affects cognitive function and what types of strains are best at minimizing performance decreases. Give it a listen!If you enjoy this series and have found any value from it, please share it with a friend. My goal is to cut through the crap and spread some credible nutrition information! And if you have any other feedback, or would just like to say 'Hello', my email is caseythomasrd@gmail.com. I read everything you guys send me!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Most of the literature looking at MCTs and mental performance come from elderly or those with a disease, like Alzheimer's disease. Some businesses ran with this initial literature and started marketing it as a nootropic compound for healthy young people. But as you know, what works for someone with Alzheimer's disease usually doesn't work for healthy young. This week, Casey reviews the first research study to examine whether MCT supplementation in healthy young individuals affects cognitive performance. Check it out if you're curious if your MCT coffee is actually doing anything!If you enjoy this series and have found any value from it, please share it with a friend. My goal is to cut through the crap and spread some credible nutrition information! And if you have any other feedback, or would just like to say 'Hello', my email is caseythomasrd@gmail.com. I read everything you guys send me!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Most of the research around collagen is around its use for injury repair in connective tissues. This week, Casey reviews a research study that specifically looks at the relationship between collagen supplementation and mental performance. This is the first study examining this relationship in healthy humans (there's some data in unhealthy humans and in rodents). Give it a listen!If you enjoy this series and have found any value from it, please share it with a friend. My goal is to cut through the crap and spread some credible nutrition information! And if you have any other feedback, or would just like to say 'Hello', my email is caseythomasrd@gmail.com. I read everything you guys send me!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

There some very smart people making very big claims about using gum to enhance mental performance, but is there any truth to it? This week, Casey reviews the literature surrounding gum chewing and tries to answer once and for all if gum chewing can help your brain out. Check it out if you've ever wondered what gum chewing can do for you!If you enjoy this series and have found any value from it, please share it with a friend. My goal is to cut through the crap and spread some credible nutrition information! And if you have any other feedback, or would just like to say 'Hello', my email is caseythomasrd@gmail.com. I read everything you guys send me!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Eating at night is definitely suboptimal for peak mental performance, but if you're someone who is a night owl or is working nightshifts, you don't have much of a choice. What then? This week, Casey reviews a research study that investigated the effects of meal sizes on cognitive performance at night. The surprising results point to a unique strategy for better maintenance of peak performance. Check it out!If you enjoy this series and have found any value from it, please share it with a friend. My goal is to cut through the crap and spread some credible nutrition information! And if you have any other feedback, or would just like to say 'Hello', my email is caseythomasrd@gmail.com. I read everything you guys send me!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this guest episode, Asim Khan talks about the effects of curcumin on the brain. We cover his history, the effects of consuming turmeric/curcumin, dosing guidelines, and much more! Check out some of these resources covered in the episode:Link to NIH website for research - https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/ - type CURCUMIN in search bar and then click PubMed (~43,700 scientific, medical & academic research papers on CURCUMIN from around the world)UCLA research study on CURCMIN summary here - https://newsroom.ucla.edu/releases/curcumin-improves-memory-and-mood-new-ucla-study-saysLink to Nutritional Outlook article focused on eSports, with mention of CURCUMIN's benefits for eSports Esports enthusiasts target dietary supplements to up their game (nutritionaloutlook.com)Links to Certified B-Corp https://bcorporation.net/directory/zyn & https://bcorporation.net/about-b-labhttps://drinkzyn.com/blogs/news/is-it-safe-to-take-curcuminhttps://drinkzyn.com/blogs/news/curcumin-dosage-why-diy-is-so-trickySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

There's a lot of hype around intermittent fasting these days. One of the many claims made by proponents of the strategy is that it enhances cognitive performance, but is there any truth to it? This week, Casey answers the question by reviewing the scientific literature examining the effects of fasting on mental performance. Check it out if you're curious what the science REALLY says!If you enjoy this series and have found any value from it, please share it with a friend. My goal is to cut through the crap and spread some credible nutrition information! And if you have any other feedback, or would just like to say 'Hello', my email is caseythomasrd@gmail.com. I read everything you guys send me!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Previous episodes have all been looking at nutrition strategies and foods to INCLUDE to improve brain performance. This week, Casey discusses what foods to AVOID to prevent cognitive impairments. Give this week a listen to make sure you aren't inadvertently including foods that are getting in your way!If you enjoy this series and have found any value from it, please share it with a friend. My goal is to cut through the crap and spread some credible nutrition information! And if you have any other feedback, or would just like to say 'Hello', my email is caseythomasrd@gmail.com. I read everything you guys send me!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nicotine is one of the most widely used psychoactive compounds in the world, trailing only behind caffeine. Many professional athletes are known to use it (baseball anyone?), but there aren't very many solid research studies supporting its use. This week, Casey reviews a recent study investigating the effects of nicotine on cognitive performance and archery. Check it out if you've ever wanted to learn a bit more actual SCIENCE about the compound, rather than listening to TV blitzes and billboards.If you enjoy this series and have found any value from it, please share it with a friend. My goal is to cut through the crap and spread some credible nutrition information! And if you have any other feedback, or would just like to say 'Hello', my email is caseythomasrd@gmail.com. I read everything you guys send me!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week, Casey reviews a study that investigated the effects of exercise on video game (League of Legends) performance. The researchers used a particular mode of exercise that took only 15 minutes and worked after ONE session. Check it out if you want to see how to do it yourself!If you enjoy this series and have found any value from it, please share it with a friend. My goal is to cut through the crap and spread some credible nutrition information!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The anti-grain sentiment can be largely traced back to the New York Times bestseller, Grain Brain. This week, Casey examines the book's claims and tells you what the science ACTUALLY says about grains and the brain. He also reviews what's been called 'non-celiac gluten sensitivity'. If you feel that you fall into this category, please stop eating gluten-free foods until you give this week a listen!If you enjoy this series and have found any value from it, please share it with a friend. My goal is to cut through the crap and spread some credible nutrition information!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

L-Theanine is a nootropic gaining lots of undeserved popularity. In fact, L-Theanine tends to cause a DECREASE in cognitive performance under normal circumstances. This week, Casey reviews several research studies that investigate the effects of L-Theanine and also describes the ONE situation where L-Theanine can result in an improvement in cognitive performance. Give this week a listen before consuming L-Theanine.If you enjoy this series and have found any value from it, please share it with a friend. My goal is to cut through the crap and spread some credible nutrition information!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.