Renee Belz & Lauren Sambataro The Supplement Trap: Cracking the Code on Supplement Pharmacology with Dr. Tyler Panznzer
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Sep 22, 2025 Dr. Tyler Panzner, a Ph.D. scientist specializing in pharmacology and personalized medicine, shares insights on supplement efficacy. He highlights the common misunderstandings around supplement interactions and how genetics influence individual responses. The discussion includes the implications of GLP-1 drugs, the risks of blanket supplement dosing, and the importance of cross-referencing genetics with lab results. Plus, Tyler offers practical tips for boosting BDNF naturally and advises on reducing microplastic exposure for better health.
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Supplements Act Like Drugs
- Understand supplement pharmacology, not just labels or trends.
- Many supplements act like drugs and interact synergistically or harmfully when combined.
Don't Stack Supplements Blindly
- Avoid piling multiple supplements without checking mechanisms and interactions.
- Work with informed practitioners or seek education before combining concentrated ingredients.
Hidden Iron Chelators
- Many popular botanicals (curcumin, resveratrol, apigenin) chelate iron.
- Users and practitioners rarely see this listed on labels, causing unexpected anemia.