The Fit2Fat2Fit Experience EP081: Supplements: The Truth is in the Testing
Drew’s guest, Dr. Shawn Wells is known as ‘The World’s Greatest Formulator’. He uses his unique blend of knowledge to create balanced and nutritional supplements for well-known manufacturers, including BioTRUST. Shawn is super smart and has more letters behind his name than are in the alphabet. During the show, he details the story of how a stranger changed his life by telling him to follow his passions. He shares common supplement industry scams such as dry lab, misleading labels and low-quality ingredients. His advice to consumers is to buy only high-quality supplements from reputable companies. If it’s HOT and NEW, it’s not for you.
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Key Takeaways:
[10:28] Shawn was exposed to the benefits of supplements from his mom’s side hustle.
[12:06] A complete stranger advised Shawn to follow his passion and forget about the money.
[16:57] If you want to be a Sports Nutritionist you’d better study nutrition.
[19:14] Shawn became a well-known formulator by putting in the hours.
[27:03] Flavoring plays a major part in making a successful supplement.
[30:03] You won’t believe these supplement scams!
[47:12] What led Shawn down the keto path?
[51:02] Even nutritionist let their health slip every once in awhile.
[55:20] What should people expect from the supplement industry in the next 5-10 years?
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