Everything Michael Brandt does is fast and intense. Aside from being the CEO and co-founder of Health Via Modern Nutrition, he cruises through marathons at a cool 6-minute mile pace. With the launch of Ketone-IQ, Michael and his team created an entirely new category of ketone shots, which have taken over elite sports and high-end workplaces. Michael has quickly scaled the business, including a $6MM contract with the US Department of Defense. As CEO, Michael is focused on cultivating a world-class team and increasing education and access to metabolic health and performance.

Michael Brandt, the co-founder and CEO of HVMN, isn't just a leading figure in the world of nutrition and health, he's also an accomplished triathlete, marathoner, a Stanford alumnus with a BS in Computer Science & Design, a former Product Manager at Google, and an Adjunct Professor at the Academy of Art in SF.

Michael’s work is a beacon for all seeking to navigate the intricacies of modern nutrition while drawing insights from ancestral wisdom. Today, we dive deep into the realm of ketones – nature’s primal fuel, nutrition, and the ever-intricate mind-body connection. 

Our conversation sheds light on the metabolic wonders of ketones and their role in brain energy and keto diets, venturing into the fascinating dynamics of water, caffeine, and ketones. In the latter half, we probe the synergy between ketones, cognitive prowess, and flow state before unpacking the impressive nutritional principles backing Ketone-IQ – you can get 30% off your first subscription order at hvmn.com/luke.

Whether you’re a keto veteran or just dipping your toes into this world, there's a treasure trove of knowledge awaiting you. And as a bonus, hear firsthand about Michael Brandt’s captivating stint on ABC's Shark Tank. You won’t want to miss this enlightening journey into the nexus of nutrition, cognition, and human potential.

 
 

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00:00:09 — Introduction to HVMN (Health via Modern Nutrition)

00:37:30 — Exploring the Metabolic Impact of Ketones

  • Metabolism transforms consumed nutrients into cellular energy currency

  • Appetite control with certain foods + ketones

  • Aligning more with our ancestral tendency to store energy

  • Ketone-IQ provides energy without spiking insulin

  • Get 30% off your first subscription order at hvmn.com/luke

  • Jumpstarting your metabolism with a walk

  • Understanding one’s energy levels and decision making capacity

  • Synergistic effects of ketones with psychoactive substances

  • Aubrey Marcus, Holistic Health Guru

01:14:30 — Ketones, Cognitive Function & Flow State

02:00:19 — Shark Tank & Diving into Michael Brandt’s Inspiration

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