Dr. Brian’s Blog

Heavy metals: an overview

The most common heavy metals that negatively impact human health are lead, mercury, cadmium, arsenic, and chromium.

PhenQ PM is not useful for fat burning at all. Trying to burn more fat at night with supplements is not physiologically possible.

The Alani Nu Fat Burner is ineffective for fat burning and also banned in Canada for containing the unsafe ingredient Rauvolfia vomitoria.

IgG food sensitivity testing lacks good scientific evidence to support its accuracy and clinical utility, often leading to false positives.

Activating TRPV1 receptors or taking capsaicin/cayenne extracts does not burn fat in humans, despite the weak evidence in mice and cells.

Berberine and fenugreek are useful for type 2 diabetes, however many other supplements may be helpful depending on what issues you face.

Soluble fibers like glucomannan, chitosan, psyllium husk, inulin, and flaxseed are amongst the best fibers for appetite and weight loss.

Inositol and berberine are useful for PCOS, however many other supplements may be helpful depending on what issues you face in PCOS.

The Glycemic Index diet focuses on foods that are lower in glycemic index and load, which can help with diabetes and weight loss.

Orforglipron, Semaglutide, and Danuglipron are oral GLP-1 agonists that are all similar enough that cost may end up being the winning factor.

Eli Lilly’s retatrutide has shown stronger weight loss effects than others we’ve seen so far. However, it may have additional heart risks.

The low FODMAP diet aims to reduce certain types of carbs that can cause bloating and gas. It can sometimes help reduce symptoms of IBS.