Q&A with Dr. Rhonda Patrick #71 (6/7/25)
Update: 2025-06-23
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This Q&A was originally recorded live as a crowdcast on June 7th, 2025. Some of the top-voted questions were selected, but I also answered questions that I thought people would like to hear about. I continue to offer these on a monthly basis, so I hope that, after listening, you will head to the member's dashboard on my website to find out when the next Q&A is happening, sign-up, and submit your questions!
(00:00 ) Beginning of Q&A
(00:35 ) - Q: What supplements do you take and when?
(00:00 ) Beginning of Q&A
(00:35 ) - Q: What supplements do you take and when?
(03:02 ) - Q: Does hot coffee degrade creatine?
(03:31 ) - Q: Why do you take melatonin?
(04:39 ) - Q: Is taurine linked to cancer risk?
(05:16 ) - Q: Why did you lower your omega-3 dose?
(05:51 ) - Q: What’s the ideal DHA/EPA ratio for APOE4 carriers?
(07:57 ) - Q: How often should you take sulforaphane?
(09:53 ) - Q: What type of creatine do you take and do you combine it with protein?
(11:37 ) - Q: How do you choose a simple-ingredient protein powder?
(12:19 ) - Q: Which high-polyphenol olive oils are best for APOE4 carriers?
(13:04 ) - Q: Should you avoid greens powders like AG1 due to lead?
(16:12 ) - Q: What probiotics do you take?
(17:00 ) - Q: Why did you switch your ubiquinol brand?
(17:20 ) - Q: Can you get too much sulforaphane?
(17:36 ) - Q: Is Creapure the best form of creatine?
(18:03 ) - Q: Is chronic Nrf2 activation harmful?
(18:56 ) - Q: Can beta-alanine and creatine be used together?
(19:36 ) - Q: Does heat stress speed up epigenetic aging?
(26:58 ) - Q: Do any supplements activate heat shock proteins?
(27:50 ) - Q: Repatha lowers LDL but can it raise blood glucose?
(39:08 ) - Q: Does ezetimibe affect blood glucose levels?
(39:42 ) - Q: Is Neu5Gc in red meat and dairy harmful?
(57:34 ) - Q: What xylitol gum did you use during pregnancy?
(59:26 ) - Q: How do you prevent fish oil burps?
(01:00:24 ) - Q: Is there lead in hydroxyapatite, a toothpaste ingredient?
(01:01:25 ) - Q: Are supplements available in glass containers?
(01:02:03 ) - Q: Can Repatha replace statins if cost isn’t an issue?
(01:02:32 ) - Q: Does a Mediterranean diet minimize Neu5Gc?
(01:03:24 ) - Q: Is CocoaVia safe in dark plastic containers?
(01:03:46 ) - Q: What should men know about osteoporosis risk?
(01:08:04 ) - Q: Can plyometrics replace strength training?
(01:10:47 ) - Q: What fitness apps do you use?
Worth checking out -
We have a variety of in-depth articles covering some of the topics mentioned in this Q&A, including, creatine, melatonin, omega-3 fatty acids, sulforaphane, polyphenols, sauna, powerpenia, and epigenetic aging clocks.
Related episodes, aliquots, and clips - Â
- Q&A #61 with Dr. Rhonda Patrick (8/28/2024)
- Aliquot #83: The Path to Strong Bones ⎯ and why it mattersÂ
- Aliquot #96: Thermal Stress, Part I: The Science Behind Heat Stress and its Positive Effects on Health Â
- The Optimal Creatine Protocol for Strength, Brain, and Longevity | Darren Candow, PhD (full episode)
- Dr. Andy Galpin: The Optimal Diet, Supplement, & Recovery Protocol for Peak Performance (full episode)
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