As a longevity scientist, Matt frequently gets asked about his supplement routine, so this episode is dedicated to discussing his approach. While supplements can be enticing for their promises of vitality and longevity, Matt emphasizes caution, noting that they are not a substitute for good nutrition and healthy habits. He warns against blindly taking supplements without considering their necessity, potential risks, or interactions with medications, especially given the lack of strict regulation in the supplement industry. In this episode, Matt shares his conservative approach, debunks common myths, and offers advice on navigating the supplement market.

Key Points:

Matt shares his cautious stance on supplements, stressing that they are not a substitute for a balanced diet or healthy habits. He also discusses the risks of indiscriminate use and offers advice on evaluating products in a loosely regulated industry.

• Caution with Supplements: Matt stresses a conservative approach to supplements, emphasizing that they carry risks similar to prescription medications and are often under-regulated.
• Common Misconceptions: He debunks myths, such as the belief that supplements are inherently safe or that "natural" is better than "artificial," highlighting that even natural compounds can be harmful.
• Good Reasons to Take Supplements: Matt advocates for using supplements primarily to correct measured deficiencies, optimize biomarkers, or when noticeable improvements in health are observed.
• Skepticism Toward the Supplement Industry: He warns against trusting supplement companies and influencers, as their profit motives can lead to deceptive marketing and misinformation.
• Personal Supplement Use: Matt shares his own regimen, which includes vitamin D, B12, omega-3, protein, collagen, prebiotics, and creatine, all based on measured deficiencies or clear benefits​.