923. GLP-1s, food noise, and muscle loss: The wellness trade-off nobody talks about

In this episode, the founders of Mara Labs share the personal story behind the company + how Mara’s cancer diagnosis inspired a mission to bring stabilized sulforaphane, a powerful broccoli-derived molecule, to market. They explain the science behind this ingredient and its role in the body's natural detoxification + antioxidant pathways. We also dive into the growing issue of microplastics, where they hide in our food, clothing, and homes, and what we can do to reduce exposure. Plus, they share practical insights into supporting the body's natural detox systems. Finally, we pull back the curtain on the supplement industry: how to spot misleading labels, why bioavailability matters, and what makes a supplement worth taking. We also get into GLP-1s, food noise, muscle health, and the thinking behind Mara Labs' GLPerfect formula. We also talk about: Why sulforaphane is so difficult to stabilize How Nrf2 acts as a cellular switch for antioxidant-response + detoxification genes The three phases of detoxification, and why speeding up the wrong phase can leave you feeling worse Glyphosate, pre-harvest wheat spraying, and what “non-GMO” does + doesn't tell you BPA, phthalates, synthetic fabrics, dryer lint, and the surprising sources of microplastics inside your home Why certificates of analysis + in-house manufacturing are essential to supplement quality Their critique of certain absorption-enhancing ingredients used in curcumin supplements The body's natural GLP-1 + GLP-2 signaling—and how it differs from long-acting GLP-1 medications The ingredients in GLPerfect, including berberine, alpha-lipoic acid, and green tea extract Resources: For the next week, Almost 30 loyal listeners can get an exclusive 30% off all Mara Labs products when you go to https://www.mara-labs.com/ALMOST30 and use code ALMOST30 at checkout. After one week, the code will return to the standard 15% off. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themaralabs/ Sponsors: EllaOla | Go to https://EllaOla.com/ALMOST30 for 20% off your first purchase. Primal Queen | Visit https://www.primalqueen.com/ALMOST30 for their HUGE holiday sale. After you purchase, they’ll ask where you heard about them—PLEASE support our show and let them know we sent you. This Is Small Business | Check out Amazon’s This is Small Business on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and everywhere else you get your podcasts. Ritual | Save 25% on your first month at https://Ritual.com/ALMOST30. The Real Real | Get $25 off your first purchase when you go to https://therealreal.com/ALMOST30. To advertise on this podcast please email: [email protected]. Learn More: Get your copy of Almost 30, A definitive guide to a life you love for the next decade and beyond. https://almost30.com/book Listen to Morning Microdose! A quick trip into higher consciousness - https://almost30.com/morning-microdose Watch on YouTube - https://youtube.com/Almost30Podcast Join our community - https://www.facebook.com/Almost30podcast/groups Follow: https://instagram.com/almost30podcast https://tiktok.com/@almost30podcast Podcast disclaimer can be found by visiting: almost30.com/disclaimer.