Why is caffeine one of the few supplements I think is worth a shot for performance? That’s what we’re talking about this week, discussing dose, source, strategy, and what the data says about its potential effect on performance.
6 listener questions: 1) Can I just eat fish (do I have to supplement)? 2) What if I don’t eat fish; should I supplement?
3) Is there any upper limit on the omega3 dose? 4) What about fish oil for depression? 5) What about fish oil for brain health and aging?
6) What about supplement quality?
Fish oil has long been a staple addition to the Paleo Diet, yet I don’t recommend it. To discuss why that is we’re diving into the theory of the omega-6:omega-3 ratio, why considering dose is key, inflammation, and a lot more.
The soundbite summary: Higher intake of dietary magnesium was associated with a reduced risk of all-cause and cancer mortality; supplemental & total magnesium was not (PMID 33684200).
