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234. 12 Things The Supplement Industry Doesn't Want You to Know

Release Date: 11/20/2025

The Kris Gethin Podcast

Why do we overeat—even when we know better? In this solo episode, Kris Gethin explores the psychology behind overeating and why willpower alone is rarely the answer. From emotional triggers and stress eating to nutrient deficiencies and eating too quickly, Kris breaks down the hidden factors that drive cravings and offers practical strategies to regain control. You'll learn how to identify your personal eating patterns, build habits that naturally reduce overeating, and create an environment that supports long-term success. Whether your goal is fat loss, better health, or simply developing a...

269. Your Gut Is Controlling More Than You Think: Health, Performance & Longevity with Dr. Zach Bush

The Kris Gethin Podcast

What if optimizing your health isn’t just about training, nutrition, supplements, and sleep—but about the trillions of microorganisms living within and around you? In this episode, Kris sits down with Dr. Zach Bush to explore the microbiome and its potential influence on everything from digestion and brain function to hormones, athletic performance, recovery, and longevity. Dr. Bush shares how his career evolved from conventional endocrinology into microbiome and environmental health research, and why he believes many of the health challenges we face today cannot be separated from the...

268. Biohacking's Blind Spot: What Bryan Johnson's Autoimmune Diagnosis Reveals

The Kris Gethin Podcast

Bryan Johnson's recent autoimmune diagnosis has sparked an important conversation throughout the biohacking community. In this episode, Kris Gethin explores what this moment means—not as a criticism of Bryan's dedication, but as an opportunity to ask bigger questions about health, longevity, and the limits of optimization. Kris discusses the difference between collecting health data and creating true health, why modern lifestyles often disconnect us from our biological foundations, and how factors like sunlight, movement, grounding, nutrition, and resilience may matter more than endlessly...

267. Life Update: Getting Sick in India, Social Media Bans, and the Dangers of Unregulated Supplements

The Kris Gethin Podcast

Kris Gethin shares insights on fitness, biohacking, the challenges of content creation, and personal experiences from recent travels. This episode offers practical advice on training, nutrition, and navigating the complex world of health supplements and social media. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and studio setup 00:37 New energy drink and market challenges 01:18 Kris Gethin's approach to cardio and the Carol Bike 02:13 Research-backed benefits of Rehit protocol 03:38 Recent travels and seminars in India and UK 05:06 Family, work, and managing distractions 06:27 Dealing with Airbnb and property...

266. The Science Behind Oral Bioregulators for Aging and Performance

The Kris Gethin Podcast

Understanding Oral Bioregulators: A Deep Dive In the world of health supplements, oral bioregulators are emerging as a significant topic of discussion, yet many remain unaware of their potential benefits and applications. In this episode, we'll explore what oral bioregulators are, how they function, and why they might be a game-changer in your health regimen. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Context 02:26 Understanding Oral Peptide Bioregulators 09:25 Prostate Health and Bioregulators 13:34 Eye Health and Retinal Support 16:53 Kidney Function and Bioregulators 20:33 Liver Health and...

265. The Free Health Habits That Make Biohacking Work

The Kris Gethin Podcast

Biohacking has become the new status symbol. Everyone wants the chamber, the wearable, the peptide, the IV, the stem cells, the red light, and the expensive recovery tool. But there is a problem most people do not want to admit: the body may not respond to the expensive stuff if the foundation underneath it is weak. In this episode, I’m talking about the part of biohacking that does not look impressive online but changes how well everything else works. The part people skip before they spend thousands trying to fix their energy, sleep, recovery, hormones, body composition, inflammation,...

264. Why Researchers Are Rethinking Tanning: Melanotan Explained

The Kris Gethin Podcast

Kris Gethin explores the use of melanotan, a peptide that stimulates melanin production, as a healthier alternative to traditional tanning methods. He discusses its benefits for skin health, appearance, confidence, and long-term skin protection, emphasizing research perspectives and safety considerations. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Kris Gethin's Personal Tanning Experience 01:22 What is Melanotan and Its Historical Use 03:41 Visual Benefits of a Darker Skin Tone 05:38 Health Risks of Tanning Beds and Overexposure 07:32 Pre-Holiday Skin Preparation with Melanotan 08:52 Reduced Sun Exposure...

263. Can Tesamorelin Help You Burn Fat and Age Better?

The Kris Gethin Podcast

Discover the science behind Tesamorelin, a research peptide targeting visceral fat and promoting health span. Kris Gethin breaks down its mechanisms, research findings, and implications for fat distribution and longevity. Tesamorelin is a synthetic analog of growth hormone release hormone (GHRH), stimulating the pituitary to release endogenous growth hormone rather than supplying synthetic GH. It primarily targets deep visceral fat, especially around organs, instead of just superficial subcutaneous fat. Visceral fat is linked to metabolic diseases, inflammation, insulin resistance, and...

262. The Food Label Lie: Why Your “Healthy” Food May Not Be What You Think with Will Harris

The Kris Gethin Podcast

Most people think they know what they’re eating because they read the label. Grass-fed. Organic. High protein. Product of the USA. Low calorie. Clean ingredients. But that label is the end of the story, not the beginning. The beginning is the soil. The animal. The feed. The farm. The chemicals. The confinement. The way the food was raised, processed, mixed, marketed, and sold before it ever reached your plate. And that’s where a lot of people are getting fooled. In this episode of The Kris Gethin Podcast, I sit down with Will Harris, fourth-generation farmer and owner of White Oak...

261. The Peptide Strategy Behind Rapid Tissue Repair

The Kris Gethin Podcast

In this episode, Kris Gethin discusses the science and practical application of peptides like the Wolverine stack, GHKCU, TB 500, and others for tissue repair, skin health, gut integrity, and injury recovery. Whether you're an athlete or interested in longevity, learn how these peptides support regeneration and how to approach their use responsibly. TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - Introduction to peptides and tissue repair strategies 00:27 - Kris on authenticity and setup behind the scenes 0:54 - Overview of the Wolverine stack (BPC 157 + TB 500) 1:24 - Benefits of peptides for skin, ligaments, gut, and...

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Most people assume supplements are helping their health and performance. The reality is that a large part of the industry is built on cheap ingredients, artificial additives, and labels designed to look impressive instead of delivering results. I’ve been in this industry for nearly three decades as a writer, editor, and brand owner, and I’ve seen exactly what happens behind the labels.

In this episode, I break down twelve things supplement companies hope you never learn, including how many amino acids are sourced from bird feathers and human hair, why artificial sweeteners disrupt your gut and hormones, how high-stim pre-workouts create dependency instead of energy, and why grain-fed whey can carry glyphosate residues.

We also cover diluted store-brand formulas, contaminated botanicals, heavy metals in vegan proteins, and influencer marketing tactics that hide the truth. After this episode, you’ll know how to read your labels, choose better products, and protect your health.

This episode is your supplement audit. After you listen, go check your cupboard. Some of what you find may surprise you.

What's Discussed:

(00:02) The Supplement Industry’s Dirty Secrets
(01:08) What’s Really in Your Amino Acids
(03:24) Generic vs. Clinically Tested Ingredients
(05:56) Artificial Sweeteners and Your Gut
(10:24) The Cost of High-Stim Pre-Workouts

(12:31) Why Retail Shelf Products Are Watered Down
(14:45) Contaminated Botanicals and Heavy Metals

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