Heal Thy Self with Dr. G Doctor Reveals Supplements Actually Worth Buying (And Which to Avoid) | Heal Thy Self w/ Dr. G #450
Jan 15, 2026
Explore the surprising truths about supplements! Dr. Christian Gonzalez reveals that many popular fat burners and generic probiotics fail to deliver results. He emphasizes the importance of asking three crucial questions before purchasing any supplement. Discover standout options like berberine for glucose regulation and urolithin A for muscle endurance. Plus, learn the benefits of L-theanine and alpha-lipoic acid. If you're considering detox kits, you might want to think again—he argues they often do more harm than good!
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Three Questions Before Buying Anything
- Ask three questions before buying any supplement: why am I taking it, how will I know if it works, and is it the best quality form available.
- If you can't clearly answer these, avoid buying the supplement to prevent wasted money and clutter.
Why Fat Burners Often Backfire
- Fat burner blends mostly work by acutely stimulating the nervous system rather than improving long-term fat metabolism.
- Chronic stimulation raises cortisol, disrupts sleep, and can undermine sustainable fat loss.
Don't Use Probiotics Without A Target
- Skip generic probiotics unless you have a targeted, strain-specific goal backed by evidence.
- Use diet, fiber, polyphenol-rich foods, sleep, and stress reduction to improve gut health instead.