SuperLife with Darin Olien

There’s no doubt that a healthy diet and exercise help you feel better mentally. But is there a deeper link than that? What if most mental health disorders were metabolic problems in the brain? Could certain diets improve or even eliminate mental disorders? Dr. Chris Palmer, Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at Harvard Medical School certainly thinks so– in fact, he’s seen it firsthand with his patients. Dr. Palmer’s work has led to The Brain Energy Theory of Mental Illness and his understanding that most mental disorders are a direct result of a metabolic breakdown in the brain. Listen to him explain his fascinating findings. || LINKS || www.brainenergy.com  | www.vivobarefoot.com | http://www.calderalab.com/darin | https://nootopia.com/darin | Full Show Notes - https://darinolien.com/the-link-between-diet-and-mental-disorders-dr-chris-palmer/ 

Nylon isn’t just for fabrics and clothing. In fact, many cooking utensils, like the cheap ones you find at supermarkets or discount stores, are made of nylon. Because nylon is a thermoplastic, it becomes flexible when heated and then solidifies when cooled. That sounds perfect for cooking, right? While nylon spoons and spatulas may seem convenient for mixing, stirring and flipping– those toxic tools come at a price. Learn why you should avoid cooking with nylon, and what to use instead. || Full Show Notes - https://darinolien.com/nylon-cooking-utensils-fatal-conveniences/ 

Permaculture is about blending land, resources, people and the environment through mutually beneficial systems. Because in nature, there is no waste, only shortages and surpluses. How can integrating more regenerative practices help us become more energy independent in the future? David Blume, CEO of Blume Industries and Farmer-In-Chief at Whiskey Hill Farms, has been living the permaculture life before the phrase was even coined. He explains his passion for regenerative practices and how we all can build a better relationship with the planet that sustains us. || LINKS | www.alcoholcanbeagas.com | www.trybite.com/darin20 | Full Show Notes - https://darinolien.com/the-role-of-permaculture-in-the-journey-to-regeneration-david-blume/ 

Is there a way to quantify your dreams and goals? We quantify everything else, so why not use a system to evaluate your lifestyle so you can visibly see where you need adjustments?  You probably know Rob Dyrdek from one of his multiple mega-popular shows on MTV. But what you may not know is that although Rob’s life has always been portrayed as chaotic and wild, there’s actually a very calculated method to his madness– one that he calls the Machine Mindset. Learn how you can apply Rob’s genius methods to your own life. || LINKS || https://dyrdekmachine.com/build-with-rob | www.vivobarefoot.com/darinolien | Full Show Notes - https://darinolien.com/using-the-machine-mindset-to-quantify-the-priorities-in-your-life-rob-dyrdek/ 

It’s nice to walk into a room and smell something pleasant like vanilla or pumpkin spice. Fresh, pleasing smells are like a jolt to our brains. But if those scents are made from synthetic chemicals, they’re doing a lot more to your body than you realize. Scented plug-ins may seem like an easy way to cover up nasty smells in your home, but what are they really doing to the air– and your health? Learn all about the ingredients in plugin products, and what to use instead. || Full Show Notes - https://darinolien.com/scented-plug-ins-fatal-conveniences/ 

Contrary to popular belief, we already have solutions to today’s environmental problems. However, these solutions are not being implemented by companies or the average person. How do we find clean energy solutions that people will actually use? Chris Patton, Co-Founder and CTO of AlphaCor Ltd, is obsessed with clean energy solutions– and educating and empowering companies, political leaders and everyday people to implement them effectively. In this episode, he breaks down some of his newest projects, and the science behind them. || LINKS | www.trybite.com/darin20 | Full Show Notes - https://darinolien.com/how-do-we-find-clean-energy-solutions-chris-patton/ 

What does it mean to be 'antifragile'? How can we use the antifragile concept to empower athletes, and all people, to enjoy the process of self-development? Dr. Nick Holton and Dr. Adam Wright break down their coaching program, The Antifragile Athlete, and how they empower athletes, artists, performers, and Fortune 500 companies to better themselves by learning how to become mentally and emotionally healthy. || LINKS || https://www.theantifragileathlete.com/ | https://www.safesleevecases.com | Full Show Notes - https://darinolien.com/how-to-apply-the-antifragile-athlete-mindset-to-improve-your-life/ 

Windex has been a household name for decades. People use those bright blue glass cleaner sprays to keep their windows and mirrors streak-free. But that fumey chemical smell should be a warning sign of all the toxic ingredients in a bottle of window cleaner. The truth is, almost every individual ingredient in glass cleaner sprays is toxic– every single one! And natural window cleaner is so easy and inexpensive to make at home. Learn how to break the Windex habit. || Full Show Notes - https://darinolien.com/window-cleaner-fatal-conveniences/ 

When it comes to gut health, the importance of the microbiome can’t be understated. Modern medicine tends to push antibiotics for every infection. But the truth is, antibiotics can actually make you more susceptible to viral illnesses. Antibiotics wipe out the bacteria in your microbiome– which are essential to keeping your immune system functioning properly. Dr. Robynne Chutkan, author of the book 'The Antiviral Gut', breaks down the role of the microbiome in our immune health. She explains why gut health is synonymous with immune health– and how you can keep your microbiome happy. || LINKS || https://robynnechutkan.com/books/the-anti-viral-gut/ | www.trybite.com/darin | Full Show Notes - https://darinolien.com/the-relationship-between-gut-health-viral-illnesses-dr-robynne-chutkan/ 

Leadership comes with responsibility. When you become a leader for the wrong reasons, it affects everyone you’re supposed to lead. Maybe we’ve been looking at leadership the wrong way. Simon Sinek, founder of The Optimism Company, host of the podcast A Bit of Optimism, and viral YouTube speaker, breaks down what good leadership actually looks like– and what it truly means to lead. || LINKS ||  https://simonsinek.com/classes | Full Show Notes - https://darinolien.com/the-key-to-impactful-leadership-simon-sinek/