Rejuvenate Podcast with Elwin Robinson

Get the Book 90% OFF: https://rejuvenateblueprint.com Discover Your Hormonal Archetype: https://hormetics.health/ and Optimize your Body Composition Unlock your Genetic Blueprint and get Personalized Health Advice: https://advancedhealthgenetics.com/ Use code *“REJUVENATE”* to get *20% OFF* your first order Learn about Elwin Robinson and find out about working with him 1 on 1 at his website: https://elwinrobinson.com And check out his socials at: https://linktr.ee/elwinrobinson In this episode, Elwin Robinson is joined again by author Grant Genereux for a wide-ranging conversation on why hidden, low-level chronic toxicity may be one of the most underappreciated root causes of chronic disease. They discuss the Pasteur vs. Béchamp terrain debate, the exponential rise and geographic clustering of chronic diseases, the controversy around vitamin A, and why so many people feel worse when they try to detox. Elwin also shares the release of his new book, The Detox Paradox. References: - The Detox Paradox: Why Most Cleansing Techniques Actually Make You Sicker by Elwin Robinson — https://rejuvenateblueprint.com - The Nutrient Gap by Elwin Robinson - Generic Health Advice Is Making You Sick by Elwin Robinson - Extinguishing the Fires of Hell by Grant Genereux — https://ggenereux.blog - Poisoning for Profits by Grant Genereux — https://ggenereux.blog - Grant Genereux's blog and research (including posts on obesity causation and diabetes) — https://ggenereux.blog - Hippocrates — on chronic disease caused by "accumulated small sins against nature" - Paracelsus — "the dose makes the poison" - Weston A. Price — research on traditional diets and dental health - Jay Feldman — discussion on hormesis as a flawed concept - Violin MD (Canadian physician, YouTube) - Study out of China (2005) on plasma donation as a treatment for elevated uric acid Timestamps: 00:00 Why Toxicity Is Ignored by Medicine 05:52 Is Vitamin A a Nutrient or Toxin? 06:08 Chronic Poisoning as Root Cause of Disease 07:31 Why Pharmaceuticals Don't Cure Chronic Disease 12:05 Exponential Growth of Chronic Diseases Explained 13:27 Geographic Clustering and Mass Poisoning 15:53 Why Immigrants Develop Chronic Diseases 18:05 Does Avoiding Vitamin A Really Work? 21:12 Liver, Carnivore Diet and Vitamin A Toxicity 23:11 Symptoms of Vitamin A Toxicity 24:32 Reversing Chronic Kidney Disease 29:16 Cardiovascular Disease and Hidden Toxins 31:21 Connecting Diabetes to Toxicity 39:10 Is Hormesis a Flawed Concept? 46:05 Why Detoxes Can Make You Feel Worse 1:05:14 Strenuous Exercise Stirring Up Stored Toxins 1:08:04 When Water Fasting Goes Wrong 1:11:05 The Danger of Chelators and Supplements 1:19:17 Why Testing Beats Copying Others 1:24:34 The Only Universal Health Advice The Rejuvenate podcast is dedicated to looking at the real root causes of premature aging, and what we can do to 'turn back the clock' and feel younger and healthier again. Disclaimer: This YouTube channel does not contain medical advice. I am NOT a doctor. The contents of this YouTube channel, such as videos, text, graphics, images and other material are intended for entertainment, informational and educational purposes only and not for the purpose of rendering medical advice. The contents of this YouTube channel are not intended to substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Consult your physician for medical advice. Get the Book 90% OFF: https://rejuvenateblueprint.com Discover Your Hormonal Archetype: https://hormetics.health/ and Optimize your Body Composition Unlock your Genetic Blueprint and get Personalized Health Advice: https://advancedhealthgenetics.com/ Use code *“REJUVENATE”* to get *20% OFF* your first order Learn about Elwin Robinson and find out about working with him 1 on 1 at his website: https://elwinrobinson.com And check out his socials at: https://linktr.ee/elwinrobinson

Get the Book 90% OFF: https://rejuvenateblueprint.com Discover Your Hormonal Archetype: https://hormetics.health/ and Optimize your Body Composition Unlock your Genetic Blueprint and get Personalized Health Advice: https://advancedhealthgenetics.com/ Use code *“REJUVENATE”* to get *20% OFF* your first order Learn about Elwin Robinson and find out about working with him 1 on 1 at his website: https://elwinrobinson.com And check out his socials at: https://linktr.ee/elwinrobinson In this episode, Elwin Robinson sits down with fitness and nutritional coach Kate Deering — author of How to Heal Your Metabolism and the new book Better Energy — for a deep dive into the bioenergetic, pro-metabolic approach. They explore why body temperature and pulse matter more than weight, how stress blocks glucose utilization, the nuances of exogenous hormones, and the heated debates around iron, omega fats, and vitamin A. References: - Kate Deering's website: https://kateDeering.com - Better Energy: A Bioenergetic Approach to Understanding Your Metabolism and How to Fix It (Kate Deering) — available on Amazon - How to Heal Your Metabolism (Kate Deering) and companion recipe book - Ray Peat (Ray Peat) — bioenergetic/pro-metabolic research - Dr. Malcolm Kendrick — author of Statin Nation (LDL cholesterol, cardiovascular disease, statins) - Grant Genereux — vitamin A toxicity theory - Walter Kempner — the Rice Diet - Sean Baker — carnivore diet - Matt Stone — vitamin A depletion - Brian Johnson — longevity self-experimentation Timestamps: 00:00 Meet Kate Deering, Bioenergetic Metabolism Expert 01:01 How She Found the Pro-Metabolic Approach 04:50 Why Body Temperature and Pulse Matter 06:02 Low Heart Rate: Sign of Health or Decline? 08:27 Debunking the "Limited Heartbeats" Longevity Myth 10:45 Why Women Struggle to Eat Enough 14:48 The Four Pillars of Energy Production 19:05 How Stress Blocks Glucose Use 20:37 The Randle Cycle and Fat vs Glucose 24:28 Do GLP-1 Drugs Help Metabolism? 25:52 When Is Exogenous Hormone Support Appropriate? 31:23 Why Kate Avoids Estrogen Therapy 35:05 Estrogen, Bone Density, and the Bone Paradox 46:00 Anti-Metabolic Factors Holding You Back 51:30 Finding Your Resilience Reference Range 55:35 Should You Eat Carbs and Fat Together? 62:44 Is There One Perfect Diet for Everyone? 67:28 Why Omega-3s and PUFAs Are Problematic 71:18 Ferritin and Iron: How Low Is Too Low? 81:01 The Vitamin A Toxicity Debate The Rejuvenate podcast is dedicated to looking at the real root causes of premature aging, and what we can do to 'turn back the clock' and feel younger and healthier again. Disclaimer: This YouTube channel does not contain medical advice. I am NOT a doctor. The contents of this YouTube channel, such as videos, text, graphics, images and other material are intended for entertainment, informational and educational purposes only and not for the purpose of rendering medical advice. The contents of this YouTube channel are not intended to substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Consult your physician for medical advice. Get the Book 90% OFF: https://rejuvenateblueprint.com Discover Your Hormonal Archetype: https://hormetics.health/ and Optimize your Body Composition Unlock your Genetic Blueprint and get Personalized Health Advice: https://advancedhealthgenetics.com/ Use code *“REJUVENATE”* to get *20% OFF* your first order Learn about Elwin Robinson and find out about working with him 1 on 1 at his website: https://elwinrobinson.com And check out his socials at: https://linktr.ee/elwinrobinson

Get the Book 90% OFF: https://rejuvenateblueprint.com Discover Your Hormonal Archetype: https://hormetics.health/ and Optimize your Body Composition Unlock your Genetic Blueprint and get Personalized Health Advice: https://advancedhealthgenetics.com/ Use code *“REJUVENATE”* to get *20% OFF* your first order Learn about Elwin Robinson and find out about working with him 1 on 1 at his website: https://elwinrobinson.com And check out his socials at: https://linktr.ee/elwinrobinson Are you or someone you know hyper flexible or "double jointed"? That enhanced flexibility may be a sign of Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) or Hypermobility Spectrum Disorder (HSD) — conditions that can be a hidden root cause behind chronic pain, fatigue, anxiety, digestive issues, POTS and more. In this episode, Elwin Robinson walks through the diagnostic criteria, the surprising symptoms, the potential causes, and most importantly what you can actually do about it — from the Beighton self-test to nutrition, hormones, medications to avoid, and the exercise strategies that genuinely help. References: - Generic Health Advice Is Making You Sick by Elwin Robinson (Amazon) - The Nutrient Gap by Elwin Robinson (Amazon) - The Detox / Toxin Paradox by Elwin Robinson: https://rejuvenateblueprint.com - Advanced Health Genetics hypermobility report: https://advancedhealthgenetics.com EDS Society – Diagnostic Criteria: https://www.ehlers-danlos.com/diagnosis/ EDS Society – HEDGE Study: https://www.ehlers-danlos.com/the-hedge-study/ EDS Society – Road to 2026 FAQs: https://www.ehlers-danlos.com/road-to-2026/faqs/ GeneReviews – Hypermobile EDS: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK1279/ Hakim 2017 – Chronic Fatigue in hEDS: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28186393/ Hugon-Rodin 2016 – Gynecologic Symptoms in hEDS: https://link.springer.com/10.1186/s13023-016-0511-2 Smith 2014 – Hypermobility, Anxiety and Depression Meta-analysis: https://dbpia.nl.go.kr/rheumatology/article-abstract/53/1/114/1782101 Mallorquí-Bagué 2014 – Interoception and Anxiety: https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fpsyg.2014.01162/full Eccles 2012 – Brain Structure and Hypermobility: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3365276 Csecs 2022 – Hypermobility in Neurodivergent Adults: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35185636/ Eccles 2024 – Hypermobility and Long COVID: https://doaj.org/article/0cce4b0244144195892b622c74eb4bb8 Maxwell 2025 – POTS and Hypermobility: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40352770/ Topan 2024 – Diet and Nutrition in hEDS/HSD: https://discovery.ucl.ac.uk/id/eprint/10182422/ Practical Gastroenterology 2024 – Nutrition in hEDS: https://practicalgastro.com/2024/06/17/nutritional-considerations-for-hypermobile-ehlers-danlos-syndrome/ CIDRAP – FDA Fluoroquinolone Warning: https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/antimicrobial-stewardship/fda-fluoroquinolones-may-cause-aortic-rupture-some HMSA – HRT and Hypermobility: https://www.hypermobility.org/post/hrt-and-hypermobility Rombaut – Physiotherapy in EDS and HSD: https://www.ehlers-danlos.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/PDF_pain_management_lies_rombaut.pdf Fu & Levine – Exercise and POTS: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6289756/ Timestamps: 00:00 Is Being Flexible a Health Warning? 00:53 Common Symptoms Linked to Hypermobility 01:22 What Are EDS and HSD? 04:14 How Common Is Hypermobility? 06:46 Chronic Pain and EDS Explained 08:51 Why Hypermobility Causes Fatigue 10:18 Dysautonomia and POTS Explained 13:20 The Anxiety and Panic Connection 16:39 Hypermobility and Neurodivergence Link 18:21 Digestive Problems and Gastroparesis 20:48 Bruising, Bleeding, and Anesthetic Resistance 23:48 Bladder, Pelvic, and Period Problems 24:46 The Beighton Score Self-Test 31:59 Official Diagnostic Criteria Explained 38:12 What Actually Causes EDS? 40:57 Collagen Nutrients and Vitamin C 44:25 Hormones, Progesterone, and Testosterone 46:12 Why Yoga May Not Help You 49:08 Nutrition Advice and Why Fasting Hurts 52:37 Antibiotics and Medications to Avoid 1:00:38 Exercise Rehabilitation: The Three Joint Systems 1:06:00 Resistance Training Golden Rules 1:14:20 Best Exercises: Swimming and Pilates 1:15:59 Postures, Footwear, and Finding a Therapist The Rejuvenate podcast is dedicated to looking at the real root causes of premature aging, and what we can do to 'turn back the clock' and feel younger and healthier again. Disclaimer: This YouTube channel does not contain medical advice. I am NOT a doctor. The contents of this YouTube channel, such as videos, text, graphics, images and other material are intended for entertainment, informational and educational purposes only and not for the purpose of rendering medical advice. The contents of this YouTube channel are not intended to substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Consult your physician for Get the Book 90% OFF: https://rejuvenateblueprint.com Discover Your Hormonal Archetype: https://hormetics.health/ and Optimize your Body Composition Unlock your Genetic Blueprint and get Personalized Health Advice: https://advancedhealthgenetics.com/ Use code *“REJUVENATE”* to get *20% OFF* your first order Learn about Elwin Robinson and find out about working with him 1 on 1 at his website: https://elwinrobinson.com And check out his socials at: https://linktr.ee/elwinrobinson

Get the Book 90% OFF: https://rejuvenateblueprint.com Discover Your Hormonal Archetype: https://hormetics.health/ and Optimize your Body Composition Unlock your Genetic Blueprint and get Personalized Health Advice: https://advancedhealthgenetics.com/ Use code *“REJUVENATE”* to get *20% OFF* your first order Learn about Elwin Robinson and find out about working with him 1 on 1 at his website: https://elwinrobinson.com And check out his socials at: https://linktr.ee/elwinrobinson In this episode, Elwin shares purely from practical experience how to actually raise your levels of zinc, magnesium, iron, vitamin B1, vitamin B12, selenium, and potassium — including the surprising method that doubled his ALP and resolved his hypophosphatasia symptoms. He covers supplement forms, food sources, absorption issues, and finishes with a bonus case study on how he lowered his dangerously high homocysteine to optimal levels in just two weeks. References: - The Nutrient Gap: Why Your Body Is Equally Starving — book by Elwin Robinson - Generic Health Advice Is Making You Sick — book by Elwin Robinson - The Detox Paradox (forthcoming) — https://rejuvenateblueprint.com - The work of William Walsh on methylation and mental illness - Advanced Health Genetics (nutrient needs testing) — https://advancedhealthgenetics.com/ - Work with Elwin 1 on 1 — https://elwinrobinson.com/apply Timestamps: 00:00 How I Fixed My Low Zinc Levels 01:33 Should You Be Flooding Your Body With Zinc? 03:14 Why Zinc Capsules Are Poorly Absorbed 04:49 Is IV Zinc Worth It? 08:23 Does Zinc Carnosine Heal Your Gut? 09:05 Zinc Acetate Lozenges: The Secret 11:16 Low ALP and Hypophosphatasia Explained 13:34 Best Way to Raise Magnesium Levels 14:58 How to Flood Your Body With Potassium 16:20 Easy Ways to Raise Selenium 18:15 How to Fix Iron Deficiency and Anemia 21:13 Best Vitamin B1 Forms Explained 25:12 Why B12 Deficiency Is So Common 27:06 Best B12 Forms Compared 29:17 Best Food Sources for Each Nutrient 38:08 Find Your Nutrient Needs by Genetics 43:08 How I Lowered My Homocysteine Fast 45:51 Why TMG Works When B Vitamins Don't The Rejuvenate podcast is dedicated to looking at the real root causes of premature aging, and what we can do to 'turn back the clock' and feel younger and healthier again. Disclaimer: This YouTube channel does not contain medical advice. I am NOT a doctor. The contents of this YouTube channel, such as videos, text, graphics, images and other material are intended for entertainment, informational and educational purposes only and not for the purpose of rendering medical advice. The contents of this YouTube channel are not intended to substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Consult your physician for medical advice. Get the Book 90% OFF: https://rejuvenateblueprint.com Discover Your Hormonal Archetype: https://hormetics.health/ and Optimize your Body Composition Unlock your Genetic Blueprint and get Personalized Health Advice: https://advancedhealthgenetics.com/ Use code *“REJUVENATE”* to get *20% OFF* your first order Learn about Elwin Robinson and find out about working with him 1 on 1 at his website: https://elwinrobinson.com And check out his socials at: https://linktr.ee/elwinrobinson

Get the Book 90% OFF: https://rejuvenateblueprint.com Discover Your Hormonal Archetype: https://hormetics.health/ and Optimize your Body Composition Unlock your Genetic Blueprint and get Personalized Health Advice: https://advancedhealthgenetics.com/ Use code *“REJUVENATE”* to get *20% OFF* your first order Learn about Elwin Robinson and find out about working with him 1 on 1 at his website: https://elwinrobinson.com And check out his socials at: https://linktr.ee/elwinrobinson In this episode, Elwin Robinson gives you a practical road map for choosing the best carbohydrate source for YOUR body — not one-size-fits-all advice. He walks through the three biggest factors to consider in order: whether you react to it (allergies, intolerances, sensitivities, and gut infections), the glycemic index and glycemic load, and nutritional density. Along the way he covers your genetic carb type, insulin resistance testing, how to lower a meal's glycemic impact, the trade-offs of roots, beans, fruit, grains and refined sugars, and even how sun exposure and taste affect your choices — before revealing his own current favorite staple carb for the first time. References: - The Nutrient Gap by Elwin Robinson (book): https://rejuvenateblueprint.com - Advanced Health Genetics (genetic testing — intolerances, allergies, sensitivities, and carbohydrate type reports): https://advancedhealthgenetics.com/ - Hormetics programs: https://hormetics.health/ - Cronometer (nutrition tracking tool): https://cronometer.com - Dr. Steven Gundry — work on lectins Timestamps: 00:00 Best Source Of Carbs To Eat? 02:14 The Common Carbohydrate Sources Explained 05:55 The First Question: Do You React? 11:05 Allergy Vs Intolerance Vs Sensitivity 16:03 Could A Gut Infection Be The Cause? 18:38 Fungal Vs Bacterial Overgrowth Patterns 21:57 Why Reactions Matter Most 21:57 Glycemic Index And Glycemic Load Explained 25:29 When High Glycemic Carbs Are Fine 27:47 Farmer Vs Hunter-Gatherer Genetics 33:23 Testing Insulin Resistance And A1c 34:20 How To Lower A Meal's Glycemic Load 41:29 How Nutritionally Dense Is Your Carb? 44:19 Getting Nutrition From Protein Sources 44:57 Roots, Beans And Fruit Compared 48:33 Fructose And The Liver Debate 50:53 Grains, Gluten And Glyphosate Risks 53:34 Refined Sugars And The Elemental Diet 59:29 Does Sun Exposure Affect Carb Needs? 1:01:34 Elwin's Current Favorite Carb Source The Rejuvenate podcast is dedicated to looking at the real root causes of premature aging, and what we can do to 'turn back the clock' and feel younger and healthier again. Disclaimer: This YouTube channel does not contain medical advice. I am NOT a doctor. The contents of this YouTube channel, such as videos, text, graphics, images and other material are intended for entertainment, informational and educational purposes only and not for the purpose of rendering medical advice. The contents of this YouTube channel are not intended to substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Consult your physician for medical advice. Get the Book 90% OFF: https://rejuvenateblueprint.com Discover Your Hormonal Archetype: https://hormetics.health/ and Optimize your Body Composition Unlock your Genetic Blueprint and get Personalized Health Advice: https://advancedhealthgenetics.com/ Use code *“REJUVENATE”* to get *20% OFF* your first order Learn about Elwin Robinson and find out about working with him 1 on 1 at his website: https://elwinrobinson.com And check out his socials at: https://linktr.ee/elwinrobinson

Get the Book 90% OFF: https://rejuvenateblueprint.com Discover Your Hormonal Archetype: https://hormetics.health/ and Optimize your Body Composition Unlock your Genetic Blueprint and get Personalized Health Advice: https://advancedhealthgenetics.com/ Use code *“REJUVENATE”* to get *20% OFF* your first order Learn about Elwin Robinson and find out about working with him 1 on 1 at his website: https://elwinrobinson.com And check out his socials at: https://linktr.ee/elwinrobinson References: - Langlois, Roggman & Rieser-Danner — "Infant social responses to attractive and unattractive faces: More evidence for a rudimentary stereotype" - The Grecian Ideal / Adonis Index (shoulder-to-waist ratio) - The McCallum measurement formulas (wrist-based proportion calculations) - The Golden Ratio (Phi, 1.618) - Dr. Mira Mukitsky — hormonal optimization assessment at https://hormetics.health/ - DEXA scan (body composition, bone density measurement) - Generic Health Advice Is Making You Sick by Elwin Robinson - The Nutrient Gap by Elwin Robinson - The Toxin Paradox (forthcoming) by Elwin Robinson Timestamps: 00:00 Resistance Training Goals For Men 01:25 Why I Started After a DEXA Scan 02:40 Should You Aim to Get as Big as Possible? 04:04 Getting as Strong as Possible: The Downsides 06:41 Why I Chose Aesthetic Proportions Instead 07:33 Does an Attractive Physique Mean Health? 09:57 Tailoring Training to Your Weak Points 12:09 Why the Tape Measure Beats the Scale 15:07 How Objective Is Physical Attractiveness? 19:44 The Golden Ratio and Body Proportions 24:19 How to Calculate Your Ideal Waist 25:46 Shoulders, Chest, Arms and Neck Ratios 32:42 Measuring Your Current Proportions 39:45 Hormonal Reasons You Can't Lose Fat 43:26 Do Hormones Affect Muscle Building? 47:24 When You Should NOT Do This Challenge 52:43 Take It Slowly: Advice for Beginners 57:57 My Own Measurements Revealed 1:04:19 How Long Will It Take to Get There? The Rejuvenate podcast is dedicated to looking at the real root causes of premature aging, and what we can do to 'turn back the clock' and feel younger and healthier again. Disclaimer: This YouTube channel does not contain medical advice. I am NOT a doctor. The contents of this YouTube channel, such as videos, text, graphics, images and other material are intended for entertainment, informational and educational purposes only and not for the purpose of rendering medical advice. The contents of this YouTube channel are not intended to substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Consult your physician for medical advice. Get the Book 90% OFF: https://rejuvenateblueprint.com Discover Your Hormonal Archetype: https://hormetics.health/ and Optimize your Body Composition Unlock your Genetic Blueprint and get Personalized Health Advice: https://advancedhealthgenetics.com/ Use code *“REJUVENATE”* to get *20% OFF* your first order Learn about Elwin Robinson and find out about working with him 1 on 1 at his website: https://elwinrobinson.com And check out his socials at: https://linktr.ee/elwinrobinson

Get the Book 90% OFF: https://rejuvenateblueprint.com Discover Your Hormonal Archetype: https://hormetics.health/ and Optimize your Body Composition Unlock your Genetic Blueprint and get Personalized Health Advice: https://advancedhealthgenetics.com/ Use code *“REJUVENATE”* to get *20% OFF* your first order Learn about Elwin Robinson and find out about working with him 1 on 1 at his website: https://elwinrobinson.com And check out his socials at: https://linktr.ee/elwinrobinson In this episode, Elwin does a deep dive into whether building muscle is actually good for longevity — and at what point too much becomes too much. He shares his own journey from being stick thin to gaining 7kg of muscle in five months, unpacks why there are no jacked centenarians, and reveals that the real longevity risk isn't the muscle itself but the things people do to get and maintain it: anabolic steroids, growth hormone, excess IGF-1, and even excess protein and methionine. References: - Doctor Miriam — co-creator of the free hormonal assessment at https://hormetics.health - Doctor Bal Kalaji — previous podcast guest (discussed chasing metrics) - Andrew Huberman — referenced as a modern muscular longevity voice - TRAVERSE trial (testosterone replacement, randomized controlled trial, 5,246 men) - Honolulu Heart Program (height and mortality, 8,000 men, 40-year follow-up) - The Book: "Generic Health Advice Is Making You Sick" and "The Nutrient Gap" — available on Amazon - Advanced Health Genetics: https://advancedhealthgenetics.com Timestamps: 00:00 My Journey From Skinny To Muscle 01:41 What My DEXA Scan Revealed 02:16 Seven Kilos Of Muscle In Five Months 02:46 How Much Muscle For Longevity? 04:24 Why No Jacked Centenarians? 08:28 Muscle Mass As A Survival Reserve 10:51 Does Grip Strength Predict Lifespan? 12:33 Muscle And Blood Sugar Control 15:20 Resistance Training And Mortality Risk 19:55 Is Bodybuilding Bad For Your Heart? 24:58 Testosterone, Steroids And Growth Hormone Explained 35:24 Is Growth Hormone Anti-Longevity? 47:15 Is Testosterone Replacement Therapy Safe? 50:21 Androgen Receptor Sensitivity And CAG Repeats 53:10 Does Too Much Muscle Strain Your Body? 54:39 Why Taller People Live Shorter Lives 1:00:57 Methionine Restriction And Lifespan 1:12:17 Why Do Men Want To Get Big? 1:15:00 What Really Attracts Women? 1:38:07 What I'm Prioritizing Next The Rejuvenate podcast is dedicated to looking at the real root causes of premature aging, and what we can do to 'turn back the clock' and feel younger and healthier again. Disclaimer: This YouTube channel does not contain medical advice. I am NOT a doctor. The contents of this YouTube channel, such as videos, text, graphics, images and other material are intended for entertainment, informational and educational purposes only and not for the purpose of rendering medical advice. The contents of this YouTube channel are not intended to substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Consult your physician for medical advice. Get the Book 90% OFF: https://rejuvenateblueprint.com Discover Your Hormonal Archetype: https://hormetics.health/ and Optimize your Body Composition Unlock your Genetic Blueprint and get Personalized Health Advice: https://advancedhealthgenetics.com/ Use code *“REJUVENATE”* to get *20% OFF* your first order Learn about Elwin Robinson and find out about working with him 1 on 1 at his website: https://elwinrobinson.com And check out his socials at: https://linktr.ee/elwinrobinson

Get the Book 90% OFF: https://rejuvenateblueprint.com Discover Your Hormonal Archetype: https://hormetics.health/ and Optimize your Body Composition Unlock your Genetic Blueprint and get Personalized Health Advice: https://advancedhealthgenetics.com/ Use code *“REJUVENATE”* to get *20% OFF* your first order Learn about Elwin Robinson and find out about working with him 1 on 1 at his website: https://elwinrobinson.com And check out his socials at: https://linktr.ee/elwinrobinson In this episode, Elwin Robinson sits down with Steven Wright, founder and chief formulator of Healthy Gut, to explore a different approach to resolving common digestive issues. After suffering with IBS, bloating, and gut pain for years, Steven put his electrical engineering brain to work reverse-engineering his own recovery. Together they dig into why elimination diets fail long term, why low stomach acid is more common than most people think, and how to actually rebuild your digestive capacity using Betaine HCL, DGL, L-glutamine, zinc carnosine, and butyrate — at the doses that actually work. References: - Steven Wright / Healthy Gut: https://healthygut.com - "Why Stomach Acid Is Good for You" by Jonathan Wright - Charles Poliquin (strength coach, work on Betaine HCL and low stomach acid) - Kalish Institute of Functional Medicine - Specific Carbohydrate Diet (elimination diet referenced by Steven) - Tiny Health (microbiome sequencing test) Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction to Steven Wright and Healthy Gut 01:24 Steven's Personal Journey With IBS and Gut Issues 05:50 Why Elimination Diets Fail Long Term 09:31 Rethinking Digestive Capacity Over Food 13:58 Why People Overemphasize Food for Health 16:39 Understanding Low Stomach Acid and Its Symptoms 23:41 Testing Stomach Acid: Baking Soda and Heidelberg 29:04 Does Betaine HCL Mean High or Low Acid? 34:54 How Much Betaine HCL Should You Take? 41:19 Healing the Mucosal Lining: DGL, Glutamine, Zinc 46:38 Why Supplements Are Chronically Under Dosed 57:57 What Is Butyrate and Why It Matters 1:03:25 How to Test Your Butyrate Levels 1:07:18 Sodium Butyrate vs Tributyrin Explained 1:14:47 Optimal Butyrate Dosing and Timing 1:22:43 Ruling Out Structural Problems With Endoscopy 1:24:47 What to Do for High Stomach Acid 1:26:17 Can You Take Betaine HCL With H. Pylori? 1:30:07 Betaine HCL Warnings: Ulcers and Corticosteroids The Rejuvenate podcast is dedicated to looking at the real root causes of premature aging, and what we can do to 'turn back the clock' and feel younger and healthier again. Disclaimer: This YouTube channel does not contain medical advice. I am NOT a doctor. The contents of this YouTube channel, such as videos, text, graphics, images and other material are intended for entertainment, informational and educational purposes only and not for the purpose of rendering medical advice. The contents of this YouTube channel are not intended to substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Consult your physician for medical advice. Get the Book 90% OFF: https://rejuvenateblueprint.com Discover Your Hormonal Archetype: https://hormetics.health/ and Optimize your Body Composition Unlock your Genetic Blueprint and get Personalized Health Advice: https://advancedhealthgenetics.com/ Use code *“REJUVENATE”* to get *20% OFF* your first order Learn about Elwin Robinson and find out about working with him 1 on 1 at his website: https://elwinrobinson.com And check out his socials at: https://linktr.ee/elwinrobinson

Get the Book 90% OFF: https://rejuvenateblueprint.com Discover Your Hormonal Archetype: https://hormetics.health/ and Optimize your Body Composition Unlock your Genetic Blueprint and get Personalized Health Advice: https://advancedhealthgenetics.com/ Use code *“REJUVENATE”* to get *20% OFF* your first order Learn about Elwin Robinson and find out about working with him 1 on 1 at his website: https://elwinrobinson.com And check out his socials at: https://linktr.ee/elwinrobinson In this episode, Elwin Robinson is joined by Dr. Eric Balcavage — functional medicine practitioner, educator, and host of the Thyroid Answers Podcast. Together they explore why so many people have hypothyroid symptoms despite "normal" thyroid labs, how the cell danger response reframes thyroid dysfunction as adaptation rather than disease, the truth about iodine, ferritin, and antibodies, why more T3 isn't always the answer, and how addressing stress load, nutrition, sleep, and toxins can help the body recover thyroid function. References: - Dr. Eric Balcavage — Thyroid Answers Podcast - Book: The Thyroid Debacle (co-authored by Dr. Eric Balcavage) - Book: Is This The Hill? by Dr. Eric Balcavage - Dr. Robert Naviaux — Cell Danger Response research - Dr. Ben Lynch - Dr. Denis Wilson — Wilson's Temperature Syndrome - Dr. Ray Peet (Ray Peat) - Dr. Joe Dispenza - Douglas Kell — research on ferritin and iron - Elwin Robinson — Generic Health Advice Is Making You Sick and The Nutrient Gap Timestamps: 00:00 Introducing Dr. Eric and Thyroid Controversy 04:12 Normal Thyroid Labs But Hypothyroid Symptoms 05:52 Iodine Deficiency, Excess, or Immune Damage? 10:43 Do Antibodies Actually Damage The Thyroid? 14:14 How Thyroid Cells Trigger Immune Destruction 16:46 What Is The Cell Danger Response? 19:20 Why Cells Downregulate T4 to T3 Conversion 25:29 Denis Wilson And Metabolic Set Points 29:11 What Really Slows Your Metabolism Down 31:15 Why Ferritin Over 50 Signals Inflammation 36:16 Stress Versus Strain On The Body 41:01 Does Taking T3 Actually Help Or Harm? 45:37 The Three Types Of T3 Responders 57:59 Why Calories And Macros Matter Most 1:01:35 The Emotional Backpack You Carry 1:06:03 Lead Toxicity And My Personal Story 1:10:14 What To Do If This Fits You 1:12:14 Your Labs Are Not The Problem 1:22:37 Why Fewer Supplements Can Heal Faster 1:28:42 Why Modern Science Lost Its Curiosity 1:36:40 How To Find The Right Practitioner The Rejuvenate podcast is dedicated to looking at the real root causes of premature aging, and what we can do to 'turn back the clock' and feel younger and healthier again. Disclaimer: This YouTube channel does not contain medical advice. I am NOT a doctor. The contents of this YouTube channel, such as videos, text, graphics, images and other material are intended for entertainment, informational and educational purposes only and not for the purpose of rendering medical advice. The contents of this YouTube channel are not intended to substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Consult your physician for medical advice. Get the Book 90% OFF: https://rejuvenateblueprint.com Discover Your Hormonal Archetype: https://hormetics.health/ and Optimize your Body Composition Unlock your Genetic Blueprint and get Personalized Health Advice: https://advancedhealthgenetics.com/ Use code *“REJUVENATE”* to get *20% OFF* your first order Learn about Elwin Robinson and find out about working with him 1 on 1 at his website: https://elwinrobinson.com And check out his socials at: https://linktr.ee/elwinrobinson

Not: I do not use or recommend ANY of the drugs mentioned in this video, and I also do recommend you optimize hormones only under the supervision of a qualified medical professional, as I do! Get the Book 90% OFF: https://rejuvenateblueprint.com Discover Your Hormonal Archetype: https://hormetics.health/ and Optimize your Body Composition Unlock your Genetic Blueprint and get Personalized Health Advice: https://advancedhealthgenetics.com/ Use code *“REJUVENATE”* to get *20% OFF* your first order Learn about Elwin Robinson and find out about working with him 1 on 1 at his website: https://elwinrobinson.com And check out his socials at: https://linktr.ee/elwinrobinson In this episode, Elwin makes the contrarian case that optimizing hormones is a better, safer, and more reliable path to feeling good than the drugs most people quietly rely on. Drawing on his own history and years of looking at clients' blood test results, he maps common drug cravings — caffeine, nicotine, alcohol, cannabis, amphetamines, benzos and more — onto the specific hormones and neurotransmitters they're really compensating for: T3, dopamine (via prolactin), oxytocin, GABA, testosterone, DHT and progesterone. He also addresses the most common objections to hormone optimization: that it's unnatural, that it's cheating, and that you'll be dependent for life. References: - Hormetics free hormonal imbalance quiz and protocols: https://hormetics.health/ - Advanced Health Genetics (upload raw DNA data or order a kit): https://advancedhealthgenetics.com/ - Generic Health Advice Is Making You Sick — book by Elwin Robinson: https://rejuvenateblueprint.com - Ray Peet — referenced for his work on thyroid, caffeine and metabolism - Dr Michael Platt — interviewed on progesterone (previous episode) - Hans & Matt — interviewed on DHT and androgens (previous episode) - Dr Miriam — menopause episodes (previous and upcoming) - Timothy Leary and Ram Dass — referenced on psychedelics and consciousness Timestamps: 00:00 Why Drugs Feel Better Than Anything 02:16 Personal Stories: Coffee, Cannabis, MDMA 07:08 Are Drugs Actually Being Recommended? 09:20 How Drugs Directly Change How You Feel 11:17 Why Hormones Beat Drugs For Feeling Better 13:45 Is Hormone Optimization Natural? 16:15 Why You Can't Have Optimal Hormones After 40 21:31 The Dependency Objection Explained 26:33 Is Optimizing Hormones Just Cheating? 34:29 How Quickly Do Hormones Actually Work? 38:20 Low Energy: Caffeine vs T3 Thyroid 50:00 Low Motivation, Depression And Prolactin 59:24 Loneliness And The Power Of Oxytocin 1:08:41 Anxiety, Panic And The Sex Hormones 1:19:37 Low Confidence And Testosterone 1:26:08 Feeling Old: Growth Hormone And DHEA 1:27:14 Guessing Your Hormones From Your Drugs 1:28:20 Why Caffeine Is The Hardest To Quit The Rejuvenate podcast is dedicated to looking at the real root causes of premature aging, and what we can do to 'turn back the clock' and feel younger and healthier again. Disclaimer: This YouTube channel does not contain medical advice. I am NOT a doctor. The contents of this YouTube channel, such as videos, text, graphics, images and other material are intended for entertainment, informational and educational purposes only and not for the purpose of rendering medical advice. The contents of this YouTube channel are not intended to substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Consult your physician for medical advice. Get the Book 90% OFF: https://rejuvenateblueprint.com Discover Your Hormonal Archetype: https://hormetics.health/ and Optimize your Body Composition Unlock your Genetic Blueprint and get Personalized Health Advice: https://advancedhealthgenetics.com/ Use code *“REJUVENATE”* to get *20% OFF* your first order Learn about Elwin Robinson and find out about working with him 1 on 1 at his website: https://elwinrobinson.com And check out his socials at: https://linktr.ee/elwinrobinson

Get the Book 90% OFF: https://rejuvenateblueprint.com Discover Your Hormonal Archetype: https://hormetics.health/ and Optimize your Body Composition Unlock your Genetic Blueprint and get Personalized Health Advice: https://advancedhealthgenetics.com/ Use code *“REJUVENATE”* to get *20% OFF* your first order Learn about Elwin Robinson and find out about working with him 1 on 1 at his website: https://elwinrobinson.com And check out his socials at: https://linktr.ee/elwinrobinson References: - The Nutrient Gap: Why Your Body Is Secretly Starving by Elwin Robinson (available on Amazon) - Generic Health Advice Is Making You Sick by Elwin Robinson (available on Amazon) - Dr. William Walsh — research on nutrient imbalances and mental health (autism, zinc/copper ratios) - Dr. Christopher Shade — mercury "tri-test" (urine, hair, blood) - Ray Peat — work on hormones and metabolism - Georgi Dinkov — high-dose biotin discussion - Elliot Overton — B1 / thiamine channel - Morley Robbins — copper and mineral balancing interview - Paul Eck — originator of the HTMA mineral balancing system Timestamps: 00:00 Why Another Q&A Episode 02:24 Is High-Dose Biotin Safe To Take? 06:52 Low ALP vs Low Phosphorus Explained 07:56 Why Electrolytes Make You Feel Ill 08:41 The Truth About Himalayan Salt 11:40 How To Build A Real Electrolyte Drink 13:18 Should You Take Lactoferrin With Iron? 16:54 Does Lead Really Leave The Blood? 20:03 Pinealon And Epitalon Dosing Timing 21:24 Can You Get Enough Calcium Without Dairy? 27:59 Beef Hydrolyzed Collagen And Lead Content 32:23 Why You Must Test Before You Supplement 41:04 Are You Wasting Time On Ray Peet? 43:44 High-Dose Benfotiamine For Nerve Damage 45:59 Where Did My Lead Toxicity Come From? 50:14 Do You Offer One-On-One Coaching? 53:34 What Causes B1 Deficiency Besides Gluten? 55:14 Why Hair Mineral Analysis Is Unreliable 1:02:01 Copper Supplementation For Vegetarians 1:05:27 Alchemy, Astrology And Isaac Newton 1:07:50 Do You Still Recommend HG7? The Rejuvenate podcast is dedicated to looking at the real root causes of premature aging, and what we can do to 'turn back the clock' and feel younger and healthier again. Disclaimer: This YouTube channel does not contain medical advice. I am NOT a doctor. The contents of this YouTube channel, such as videos, text, graphics, images and other material are intended for entertainment, informational and educational purposes only and not for the purpose of rendering medical advice. The contents of this YouTube channel are not intended to substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Consult your physician for medical advice. Get the Book 90% OFF: https://rejuvenateblueprint.com Discover Your Hormonal Archetype: https://hormetics.health/ and Optimize your Body Composition Unlock your Genetic Blueprint and get Personalized Health Advice: https://advancedhealthgenetics.com/ Use code *“REJUVENATE”* to get *20% OFF* your first order Learn about Elwin Robinson and find out about working with him 1 on 1 at his website: https://elwinrobinson.com And check out his socials at: https://linktr.ee/elwinrobinson

Get the Book 90% OFF: https://rejuvenateblueprint.com Discover Your Hormonal Archetype: https://hormetics.health/ and Optimize your Body Composition Unlock your Genetic Blueprint and get Personalized Health Advice: https://advancedhealthgenetics.com/ Use code *“REJUVENATE”* to get *20% OFF* your first order Learn about Elwin Robinson and find out about working with him 1 on 1 at his website: https://elwinrobinson.com And check out his socials at: https://linktr.ee/elwinrobinson In this episode, Elwin Robinson is joined by Dr Malcolm Kendrick — Scottish GP, author, and health skeptic — to challenge the mainstream view that cholesterol causes heart disease. They explore the thrombogenic hypothesis, why arterial damage and blood clotting may be the real driver of cardiovascular disease, the role of nitric oxide, lead toxicity, psychosocial stress, and what you can actually do to protect your heart. References: - Dr Malcolm Kendrick's blog and website: https://drmalcolmkendrick.org - Books by Dr Malcolm Kendrick: The Clot Thickens, The Great Cholesterol Con, Doctoring Data, Statin Nation (available on Amazon) - Ancel Keys — Seven Countries Study - Karl von Rokitansky — encrustation/thrombogenic hypothesis - Rudolf Virchow — early atherosclerosis research - Ronald Ross — response to injury hypothesis - Linus Pauling and Matthias Rath — vitamin C and collagen hypothesis - Elspeth Smith — cardiology research, Aberdeen University - Dave Feldman — lean mass hyper-responder research (https://cholesterolcode.com) - Per Björntorp — stress and metabolic syndrome research - 12 Angry Men (film reference) Timestamps: 00:00 Meet Dr Malcolm Kendrick, Cholesterol Skeptic 01:36 Why Question The Cholesterol Hypothesis? 03:56 The French Paradox And Saturated Fat 07:56 Switzerland vs Russia Cholesterol Rates 12:53 How HDL And Statins Get Explained Away 15:54 Does Red Wine Prevent Heart Disease? 18:19 Do Sex Hormones Protect Against Heart Disease? 20:15 Does Low Cholesterol In Elderly Mean Death? 23:03 Why The Cholesterol Story Sounds So Simple 24:24 Do Statins Actually Work? Nitric Oxide Explained 34:30 Statins, CoQ10 And Muscle Damage 40:20 The Thrombogenic Hypothesis Explained 43:11 Why The Concentration Gradient Idea Fails 47:02 Blood Clots As The Real Cause Of Plaque 51:55 Vitamin C, Collagen And Lipoprotein(a) 59:03 What Damages The Artery Wall? 1:08:01 Lead Toxicity And Heart Disease 1:22:11 Stress As The Number One Driver 1:32:39 Biofilms, Infections And Gum Disease 1:35:33 What Should You Do About High Cholesterol? 1:40:45 Does Exercise Protect Your Heart? 1:51:07 Top Three Things To Protect Your Heart The Rejuvenate podcast is dedicated to looking at the real root causes of premature aging, and what we can do to 'turn back the clock' and feel younger and healthier again. Disclaimer: This YouTube channel does not contain medical advice. I am NOT a doctor. The contents of this YouTube channel, such as videos, text, graphics, images and other material are intended for entertainment, informational and educational purposes only and not for the purpose of rendering medical advice. The contents of this YouTube channel are not intended to substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Consult your physician for medical advice. Get the Book 90% OFF: https://rejuvenateblueprint.com Discover Your Hormonal Archetype: https://hormetics.health/ and Optimize your Body Composition Unlock your Genetic Blueprint and get Personalized Health Advice: https://advancedhealthgenetics.com/ Use code *“REJUVENATE”* to get *20% OFF* your first order Learn about Elwin Robinson and find out about working with him 1 on 1 at his website: https://elwinrobinson.com And check out his socials at: https://linktr.ee/elwinrobinson

Get the Book 90% OFF: https://rejuvenateblueprint.com Discover Your Hormonal Archetype: https://hormetics.health/ and Optimize your Body Composition Unlock your Genetic Blueprint and get Personalized Health Advice: https://advancedhealthgenetics.com/ Use code *“REJUVENATE”* to get *20% OFF* your first order Learn about Elwin Robinson and find out about working with him 1 on 1 at his website: https://elwinrobinson.com And check out his socials at: https://linktr.ee/elwinrobinson In this episode, Elwin Robinson is joined again by Dr. Miriam Mikicki — medical doctor, functional medicine practitioner, and expert in traditional Chinese medicine — to explore advanced compounds and strategies for brain fog, focus, memory, and cognitive longevity. They cover peptides like Semax, Selank, Cerebrolysin, Cortexin and Dihexa, plus nootropics and nutraceuticals including phosphatidylserine, scutellaria, C15, plasmalogens, nattokinase, methylene blue and bromantane — including who should and shouldn't use them, dosing, and forms. References: - Dr. Dale Bredesen — dementia research and BDNF Essential supplement (Research Nutritionals) - Semax and Selank (peptides studied for stroke and traumatic brain injury) - Cerebrolysin (prescribed via IV infusion in some European countries, e.g. Austria) - Cortexin - Dihexa - Phosphatidylserine - Scutellaria baicalensis (baicalin) - C15 (pentadecanoic acid) — Fatty15 (https://www.fatty15.com) - Plasmalogens - Nattokinase, Lumbrokinase (Boluoke), Fucoidan, Arterosil (Calroy Health Sciences) - Methylene Blue - Bromantane, 9-Me-BC - Mikicki Medical: https://Mikickimedical.com - HealthMiro: https://healthmiro.com Timestamps: 00:00 Why Brain Fog Is On The Rise 02:20 When Lifestyle Basics Are Not Enough 04:46 How Peptides Work For Brain Health 05:51 Semax And Selank For Focus And Mood 08:30 Who Should And Shouldn't Use Semax 11:00 Semax Dosing And Cycling Explained 14:20 Cerebrolysin For Stroke And Dementia 22:05 Cortexin Vs Cerebrolysin Compared 22:07 Dihexa For Learning And Memory Repair 27:34 Phosphatidylserine For Cortisol And Memory 34:29 Scutellaria And Brain Infections 39:14 C15 Fatty Acid And Longevity 51:31 Plasmalogens And Omega-3 For The Brain 1:02:24 Nattokinase For Circulation And Brain Fog 1:08:20 Methylene Blue For Focus And ADHD 1:10:00 Bromantane For Dopamine Without The Crash 1:18:12 9-Me-BC And Repairing Caffeine Damage 1:19:51 How To Find A Practitioner For Peptides The Rejuvenate podcast is dedicated to looking at the real root causes of premature aging, and what we can do to 'turn back the clock' and feel younger and healthier again. Disclaimer: This YouTube channel does not contain medical advice. I am NOT a doctor. The contents of this YouTube channel, such as videos, text, graphics, images and other material are intended for entertainment, informational and educational purposes only and not for the purpose of rendering medical advice. The contents of this YouTube channel are not intended to substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Consult your physician for medical advice. Get the Book 90% OFF: https://rejuvenateblueprint.com Discover Your Hormonal Archetype: https://hormetics.health/ and Optimize your Body Composition Unlock your Genetic Blueprint and get Personalized Health Advice: https://advancedhealthgenetics.com/ Use code *“REJUVENATE”* to get *20% OFF* your first order Learn about Elwin Robinson and find out about working with him 1 on 1 at his website: https://elwinrobinson.com And check out his socials at: https://linktr.ee/elwinrobinson

Get the Book 90% OFF: https://rejuvenateblueprint.com Discover Your Hormonal Archetype: https://hormetics.health/ and Optimize your Body Composition Unlock your Genetic Blueprint and get Personalized Health Advice: https://advancedhealthgenetics.com/ Use code *“REJUVENATE”* to get *20% OFF* your first order Learn about Elwin Robinson and find out about working with him 1 on 1 at his website: https://elwinrobinson.com And check out his socials at: https://linktr.ee/elwinrobinson In this episode, Elwin Robinson takes a deep dive into lead toxicity — a massively underdiagnosed problem he personally faced after testing 10 times over the reference range. He covers the symptoms, why lead hides in your bones for decades, how to test for it properly, and the real strategies for reducing your burden, from chelators and binders to calcium, zinc, and peptides. References: - The Nutrient Gap: Why Your Body Is Secretly Starving — book by Elwin Robinson (search his name on Amazon) - The Detox Paradox: Why Most Cleansing Techniques Actually Make You Sicker — forthcoming book by Elwin Robinson (waitlist at https://rejuvenateblueprint.com) - World Health Organization white paper on lead toxicity - DMSA and EDTA chelation research - Modified citrus pectin studies on urinary lead excretion - Zeolite (clinoptilolite) random controlled trials on lead reduction - Research on thymosin beta-4 and acetyl-CoA binding protein as lead binding proteins - Dr. Perrin — discussion of the glymphatic system (previous episode) - Advanced Health Genetics (toxins category): https://advancedhealthgenetics.com/ Timestamps: 00:00 Symptoms That Could Signal Lead Toxicity 01:04 How I Was Diagnosed With Lead Toxicity 03:20 Why Lead Stays In Your Bones For Years 05:33 How Common Is Lead Toxicity Really? 07:19 Which Symptoms Are Specific To Lead? 08:27 How To Test For Lead: Blood Levels 10:49 What Reference Range Is Dangerous? 14:57 ZPP And Bone X-Ray Testing Explained 16:56 Are Urine And Hair Tests Reliable? 19:40 Provoked Chelation Challenge Testing 21:46 Why Lead Is So Damaging To The Body 27:41 How Your Body Naturally Removes Lead 29:01 Thymosin Beta-4 And Lead Binding Proteins 33:13 Glutathione, Thiols, And Sulfur Foods 36:39 How Lead Exits Through Sweat 41:40 Chelators: DMSA And EDTA Explained 48:42 Does Lead Get Pulled From The Brain? 51:53 Natural Options: Citrus Pectin And Zeolite 55:26 Binders To Stop Lead Reabsorption 57:56 Why Calcium Reduces Lead Absorption 1:01:12 How Vitamin D Affects Lead Uptake 1:04:04 Zinc, ALP Enzyme, And Hypophosphatasia 1:06:26 Final Advice And Working With A Practitioner The Rejuvenate podcast is dedicated to looking at the real root causes of premature aging, and what we can do to 'turn back the clock' and feel younger and healthier again. Disclaimer: This YouTube channel does not contain medical advice. I am NOT a doctor. The contents of this YouTube channel, such as videos, text, graphics, images and other material are intended for entertainment, informational and educational purposes only and not for the purpose of rendering medical advice. The contents of this YouTube channel are not intended to substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Consult your physician for medical advice. Get the Book 90% OFF: https://rejuvenateblueprint.com Discover Your Hormonal Archetype: https://hormetics.health/ and Optimize your Body Composition Unlock your Genetic Blueprint and get Personalized Health Advice: https://advancedhealthgenetics.com/ Use code *“REJUVENATE”* to get *20% OFF* your first order Learn about Elwin Robinson and find out about working with him 1 on 1 at his website: https://elwinrobinson.com And check out his socials at: https://linktr.ee/elwinrobinson

Belly fat that's firm and bloated rather than flabby is usually visceral fat — the kind that wraps around your organs and behaves like a hormonal organ. In this episode, Elwin Robinson investigates the viral "foods that burn belly fat" claims and separates the ones backed by real randomized controlled trials from the ones that fall apart under scrutiny. He walks through green tea, beans and legumes, garlic, omega-3, olive oil, and lactoferrin — explaining what worked, what didn't, and his own theory that toxicity is the hidden driver of visceral fat. Get the Book 90% OFF: https://rejuvenateblueprint.com Discover Your Hormonal Archetype: https://hormetics.health/ and Optimize your Body Composition Unlock your Genetic Blueprint and get Personalized Health Advice: https://advancedhealthgenetics.com/ Use code *“REJUVENATE”* to get *20% OFF* your first order Learn about Elwin Robinson and find out about working with him 1 on 1 at his website: https://elwinrobinson.com And check out his socials at: https://linktr.ee/elwinrobinson References: - The Nutrient Gap: Why Your Body Is Secretly Starving by Elwin Robinson (available on Amazon) - Generic Health Advice Is Making You Sick by Elwin Robinson - The Rejuvenate Blueprint by Elwin Robinson (forthcoming, book three in the series) - Dr. Malcolm Kendrick — interview on cardiovascular health and cholesterol (forthcoming episode) - Meta-analysis of 7 randomized clinical trials on green tea / EGCG and visceral fat - 2026 meta-analysis of 36 randomized controlled trials on bean intake and waist circumference - 12-week randomized controlled trial on garlic powder in nonalcoholic fatty liver disease patients - Randomized controlled trials on omega-3 (EPA/DHA) and visceral fat in overweight men - PREDIMED-style Mediterranean diet with extra virgin olive oil cardiovascular trial (7,000+ participants) - Lactoferrin randomized controlled trials (2010 and 2020 follow-up) in Japanese adults, funded by Lion Corporation - Penn State avocado study (MRI-measured visceral fat) - DIM / indole-3-carbinol studies in mice and humans Timestamps: 00:00 The Belly Fat Videos I Investigated 00:26 What Is Visceral Fat, Really? 04:34 How Do You Know If You Have It? 05:58 Why Visceral Fat Gets Worse With Age 08:24 Can Foods Really Fix Health Problems? 09:27 Green Tea And EGCG: Strongest Evidence 10:14 Observational Studies vs Randomized Trials 13:20 Green Tea Dosage And Mechanism 16:10 Beans And Legumes For Waist Size 19:50 How Resistant Starch Feeds Your Gut 24:01 Garlic Powder And Fatty Liver 27:24 Omega-3 And Fatty Fish: The Truth 30:31 Extra Virgin Olive Oil For Fat Loss 35:16 My Theory: Toxicity Drives Visceral Fat 42:38 Lactoferrin And Visceral Fat Reduction 46:34 Does One Avocado A Day Work? 48:22 Cruciferous Vegetables, DIM And Estrogen 53:54 Why Restrictive Diets Aren't Sustainable 55:32 The Sustainable Key To Optimal Weight The Rejuvenate podcast is dedicated to looking at the real root causes of premature aging, and what we can do to 'turn back the clock' and feel younger and healthier again. Disclaimer: This YouTube channel does not contain medical advice. I am NOT a doctor. The contents of this YouTube channel, such as videos, text, graphics, images and other material are intended for entertainment, informational and educational purposes only and not for the purpose of rendering medical advice. The contents of this YouTube channel are not intended to substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Consult your physician for medical advice. Get the Book 90% OFF: https://rejuvenateblueprint.com Discover Your Hormonal Archetype: https://hormetics.health/ and Optimize your Body Composition Unlock your Genetic Blueprint and get Personalized Health Advice: https://advancedhealthgenetics.com/ Use code *“REJUVENATE”* to get *20% OFF* your first order Learn about Elwin Robinson and find out about working with him 1 on 1 at his website: https://elwinrobinson.com And check out his socials at: https://linktr.ee/elwinrobinson

Get the Book 90% OFF: https://rejuvenateblueprint.com Discover Your Hormonal Archetype: https://hormetics.health/ and Optimize your Body Composition Unlock your Genetic Blueprint and get Personalized Health Advice: https://advancedhealthgenetics.com/ Use code *"REJUVENATE"* to get *20% OFF* your first order Learn about Elwin Robinson and find out about working with him 1 on 1 at his website: https://elwinrobinson.com And check out his socials at: https://linktr.ee/elwinrobinson A reader accused Elwin of bias for downplaying phytonutrients in his book The Nutrient Gap. In this episode, Elwin takes that criticism seriously, explains his framework for defining "nutrients" as actual building blocks the body is made of, and then digs into the real evidence on plant compounds — the ones that help absorption, the ones that block it, and the ones that act more like medicines than nourishment. Expect a fair-minded look at polyphenols, quercetin, piperine, inulin fructans, vitamin C, organic acids, allium sulfur compounds, and fructose — with honest tiers of evidence for each. References: - The Nutrient Gap: Why Your Body Is Secretly Starving by Elwin Robinson (Amazon) - Generic Health Advice Is Making You Sick by Elwin Robinson (Amazon) - Rejuvenate Blueprint: https://rejuvenateblueprint.com - Hormetics Assessment: https://hormetics.health - Jay Feldman (previous podcast guest on hormesis) - Morley Robbins (previous podcast guest on iron) - Dr. Garrett Smith (previous podcast guest on iron and vitamin A) - Akkermansia muciniphila research on polyphenols and blood sugar - Berberine and metformin comparative studies - Resveratrol human trials on lifespan - IP6 (inositol hexaphosphate) research on iron binding - Quercetin and EGCG zinc ionophore studies Timestamps: 00:00 Reader Accuses Me of Bias 00:34 What Nutrient Density Really Means 02:29 The Seven Root Causes Framework 03:24 Why Animal Foods Top the List 05:49 Where Plants Actually Win Nutritionally 07:52 Phytates and Oxalates as Antinutrients 11:00 Are Polyphenols Really Nutrients? 13:19 Plant Compounds as Medicines Not Nutrients 15:46 The Resveratrol Reality Check 17:48 Where I Might Have Been Wrong 19:59 Vitamin A and Iron Absorption Debate 25:00 Vitamin C Boosts Iron Absorption 28:51 The Hormetics Assessment 30:31 Organic Acids and Iron Uptake 34:08 Black Pepper Piperine Benefits and Risks 39:39 Inulin Fructans for Calcium and Magnesium 44:34 Garlic and Onion Sulfur Compounds 50:19 Quercetin as a Zinc Ionophore 55:00 Fructose and Non-Heme Iron Absorption 58:48 Final Verdict on Plant Compounds The Rejuvenate podcast is dedicated to looking at the real root causes of premature aging, and what we can do to 'turn back the clock' and feel younger and healthier again. Disclaimer: This YouTube channel does not contain medical advice. I am NOT a doctor. The contents of this YouTube channel, such as videos, text, graphics, images and other material are intended for entertainment, informational and educational purposes only and not for the purpose of rendering medical advice. The contents of this YouTube channel are not intended to substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Consult your physician for medical advice. Get the Book 90% OFF: https://rejuvenateblueprint.com Discover Your Hormonal Archetype: https://hormetics.health/ and Optimize your Body Composition Unlock your Genetic Blueprint and get Personalized Health Advice: https://advancedhealthgenetics.com/ Use code *“REJUVENATE”* to get *20% OFF* your first order Learn about Elwin Robinson and find out about working with him 1 on 1 at his website: https://elwinrobinson.com And check out his socials at: https://linktr.ee/elwinrobinson

In this episode, Elwin Robinson sits down with Dr. Robert Selig — a functional medicine practitioner and mineral balancing specialist with over 30 years of experience — to unpack one of the most confusing topics in health: copper, zinc, and ceruloplasmin. Dr. Selig offers a nuanced middle path between extreme views, explaining how you can be copper toxic and copper deficient at the same time, why zinc is essential (not the enemy), and how hair tissue mineral analysis combined with blood and urine testing reveals the full picture of your biochemistry. Get the Book 90% OFF: https://rejuvenateblueprint.com Discover Your Hormonal Archetype: https://hormetics.health/ and Optimize your Body Composition Unlock your Genetic Blueprint and get Personalized Health Advice: https://advancedhealthgenetics.com/ Use code *"REJUVENATE"* to get *20% OFF* your first order Learn about Elwin Robinson and find out about working with him 1 on 1 at his website: https://elwinrobinson.com And check out his socials at: https://linktr.ee/elwinrobinson References: - Dr. Robert Selig's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@DrRobertSelig - Back to Natural Health (Dr. Selig's clinic): https://backtonaturalhealth.com - Dr. Carolyn Dean — ReMag (magnesium chloride): https://www.rnareset.com - Dr. Carolyn Dean's book: The Magnesium Miracle - Premier Research Labs (zinc, calcium, iodine products): https://prlabs.com - Analytical Research Labs (ARL) — hair tissue mineral analysis - Trace Elements — hair tissue mineral analysis - Elwin Robinson's books: Generic Health Advice Is Making You Sick & The Nutrient Gap Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction and Hormonal Assessment 01:35 Meet Dr. Robert Selig: Mineral Balancing Expert 03:29 Is Copper an Essential Mineral? 05:18 Copper Dysregulation: Deficiency and Excess Together 09:10 When Copper Becomes a Toxic Metal 15:09 Copper, Estrogen Dominance, and Xenoestrogens 17:42 Why You Shouldn't Avoid Zinc 18:18 Healing the Liver With Coffee Enemas 21:19 Zinc as the Alchemical Metal of the Liver 24:43 Personal Story: Lead Toxicity and Low ALP 27:43 Understanding Ceruloplasmin and Free Copper 38:15 Why Vitamin C Should Never Be Avoided 40:00 Carbonic Anhydrase and Stomach Acid 44:48 Optimal ALP and Blood Markers for Zinc Deficiency 50:31 Mercury Displacing Zinc in the Body 53:36 What Is Mineral Balancing? 58:17 Hair Mineral Analysis: Strengths and Limitations 01:13:17 Iron Accumulation and Behavioral Effects 01:14:39 Dopamine, Clostridia, and ADHD Connection 01:16:19 Molybdenum: How Much Is Too Much? 01:18:50 Why Aggressive Detox Methods Fail 01:21:38 Eating Less, Intermittent Fasting, and Intuition 01:29:04 General Mineral Recommendations: Magnesium, Zinc, Selenium, Iodine 01:38:28 Seven Root Causes and Astrological Cycles 01:44:45 Illness as a Gift: The Healing Mindset The Rejuvenate podcast is dedicated to looking at the real root causes of premature aging, and what we can do to 'turn back the clock' and feel younger and healthier again. Disclaimer: This YouTube channel does not contain medical advice. I am NOT a doctor. The contents of this YouTube channel, such as videos, text, graphics, images and other material are intended for entertainment, informational and educational purposes only and not for the purpose of rendering medical advice. The contents of this YouTube channel are not intended to substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Consult your physician for medical advice. Get the Book 90% OFF: https://rejuvenateblueprint.com Discover Your Hormonal Archetype: https://hormetics.health/ and Optimize your Body Composition Unlock your Genetic Blueprint and get Personalized Health Advice: https://advancedhealthgenetics.com/ Use code *“REJUVENATE”* to get *20% OFF* your first order Learn about Elwin Robinson and find out about working with him 1 on 1 at his website: https://elwinrobinson.com And check out his socials at: https://linktr.ee/elwinrobinson

Most diets promise to fix your health — but every restrictive diet leaves out something important. In this episode, Elwin Robinson breaks down 8 popular diets (keto, pescatarian, gluten-free, fiber maxing, carnivore, longevity/CRON, Ray Peat inspired, and low vitamin A) and reveals the specific nutrient deficiencies each one is more likely to cause. This isn't about criticising any diet — it's about helping you fill the gaps so whichever way of eating you choose actually works for you long term. Get the Book 90% OFF: https://rejuvenateblueprint.com Discover Your Hormonal Archetype: https://hormetics.health/ and Optimize your Body Composition Unlock your Genetic Blueprint and get Personalized Health Advice: https://advancedhealthgenetics.com/ Use code *"REJUVENATE"* to get *20% OFF* your first order Learn about Elwin Robinson and find out about working with him 1 on 1 at his website: https://elwinrobinson.com And check out his socials at: https://linktr.ee/elwinrobinson References: - The Nutrient Gap: Why Your Body is Secretly Starving by Elwin Robinson — https://rejuvenateblueprint.com - The Rejuvenate Blueprint book series by Elwin Robinson - Cronometer (nutrient tracking tool) — https://cronometer.com - Advanced Health Genetics — https://advancedhealthgenetics.com - NutrEval test (Genova Diagnostics) - Brian Johnson's Blueprint diet - Grant Genereux (low vitamin A theory) — previous Rejuvenate Podcast episode - Garrett Smith (Nutrition Detective) — previous Rejuvenate Podcast episode - Ray Peat (nutritional philosophy referenced) Timestamps: 00:00 Why There's No Perfect Diet 02:05 My Personal Calcium and Lead Toxicity Story 04:39 The 8 Popular Diets We'll Cover 06:19 Keto Diet: Electrolyte Deficiencies Explained 09:21 Sodium, Blood Pressure and Water Intake 10:02 Copper, Selenium and Fiber on Keto 11:28 Pescatarian Diet: Zinc to Copper Ratio 13:35 Calcium and Creatine on Pescatarian Diets 16:57 Gluten-Free Diet: The Hidden B1 Risk 19:50 Iron Fortification and Gluten-Free Diets 22:00 Fiber Maxing: Phytates and Oxalates 25:58 Carnivore Diet: Vitamin C Controversy 29:41 Folate Deficiency on Carnivore 30:56 Genetic Differences in Nutrient Needs 33:50 Longevity Diet: Low Fat and Hormones 36:25 Sodium Restriction and Orthostatic Issues 38:06 Ray Peat Inspired Diet: B1 Concerns 40:21 Folate on High-Sugar Diets 41:35 Low Vitamin A Diet: Calcium Risks 44:18 Beef and Potatoes: Surprising Nutrient Coverage 45:06 How to Build the Perfect Diet for You The Rejuvenate podcast is dedicated to looking at the real root causes of premature aging, and what we can do to 'turn back the clock' and feel younger and healthier again. Disclaimer: This YouTube channel does not contain medical advice. I am NOT a doctor. The contents of this YouTube channel, such as videos, text, graphics, images and other material are intended for entertainment, informational and educational purposes only and not for the purpose of rendering medical advice. The contents of this YouTube channel are not intended to substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Consult your physician for medical advice. Get the Book 90% OFF: https://rejuvenateblueprint.com Discover Your Hormonal Archetype: https://hormetics.health/ and Optimize your Body Composition Unlock your Genetic Blueprint and get Personalized Health Advice: https://advancedhealthgenetics.com/ Use code *“REJUVENATE”* to get *20% OFF* your first order Learn about Elwin Robinson and find out about working with him 1 on 1 at his website: https://elwinrobinson.com And check out his socials at: https://linktr.ee/elwinrobinson

In this deeply personal episode, Elwin shares the detective story of how one barely-deficient nutrient on a blood test led him to discover a serious medical condition that no doctor or practitioner had been able to find. After resolving it, he gained 7kg of muscle and lost 3kg of fat in 5 months between two DEXA scans, regained his energy, strengthened his immune system, and finally resolved years of mysterious symptoms — from high prolactin to muscle weakness to a dry socket after a root canal extraction. This is the story of how lead toxicity, a depleted enzyme called ALP, and a hidden condition called hypophosphatasia (HPP) combined to keep Elwin's body secretly starving for B6 and phosphorus — and the simple intervention that turned it all around. It's also a powerful rebuttal to the "just eat well and exercise" crowd, and a real-world example of why nutritional deficiency is at the heart of so many chronic health issues. Plus: a full breakdown of Elwin's new book, *The Nutrient Gap: Why Your Body Is Secretly Starving*, launching tomorrow at 90% off. Get the Book 90% OFF: https://rejuvenateblueprint.com Discover Your Hormonal Archetype: https://hormetics.health/ and Optimize your Body Composition Unlock your Genetic Blueprint and get Personalized Health Advice: https://advancedhealthgenetics.com/ Use code *"REJUVENATE"* to get *20% OFF* your first order Learn about Elwin Robinson and find out about working with him 1 on 1 at his website: https://elwinrobinson.com And check out his socials at: https://linktr.ee/elwinrobinson References: - *The Nutrient Gap: Why Your Body Is Secretly Starving* by Elwin Robinson (available at https://rejuvenateblueprint.com) - *Generic Health Advice Is Making You Sick* by Elwin Robinson - Hypophosphatasia (HPP) — rare genetic and functional condition involving low alkaline phosphatase - Alkaline phosphatase (ALP) as a proxy marker for tissue zinc status - Pyridoxal 5-phosphate (P5P/PLP) — active form of vitamin B6 - Metallothionein and heavy metal detoxification - Oligoscan tissue mineral testing technology Timestamps: 00:00 The Nutrient Deficiency That Changed Everything 01:08 Why Nutrient Deficiency Is Often Overlooked 03:10 Pushback Against "Just Eat Well and Exercise" 03:44 My Lead Toxicity Story Recap 05:34 Mysterious High Prolactin and Low Dopamine 07:25 Root Canal Removal and Dry Socket Mystery 09:24 DEXA Scan Reveals Low Bone Mass 11:46 Persistent Low Zinc on Blood Tests 12:48 Testing Absorption vs Excretion of Zinc 16:23 ALP: The Hidden Marker for Tissue Zinc 18:17 Oligoscan Reveals Phosphorus Anomaly 22:47 Discovering Hypophosphatasia (HPP) 24:24 Why P5P Confirmed Functional B6 Deficiency 26:23 Symptoms of Adult-Onset HPP Explained 29:23 How Lead Displaces Zinc in Bone 31:50 Flooding the Body With Zinc to Reverse HPP 33:33 7kg Muscle Gain, 3kg Fat Loss Results 36:03 The Nutrient Gap Book Overview 44:13 How to Get 90% Off the Book The Rejuvenate podcast is dedicated to looking at the real root causes of premature aging, and what we can do to 'turn back the clock' and feel younger and healthier again. Disclaimer: This YouTube channel does not contain medical advice. I am NOT a doctor. The contents of this YouTube channel, such as videos, text, graphics, images and other material are intended for entertainment, informational and educational purposes only and not for the purpose of rendering medical advice. The contents of this YouTube channel are not intended to substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Consult your physician for medical advice. Get the Book 90% OFF: https://rejuvenateblueprint.com Discover Your Hormonal Archetype: https://hormetics.health/ and Optimize your Body Composition Unlock your Genetic Blueprint and get Personalized Health Advice: https://advancedhealthgenetics.com/ Use code *“REJUVENATE”* to get *20% OFF* your first order Learn about Elwin Robinson and find out about working with him 1 on 1 at his website: https://elwinrobinson.com And check out his socials at: https://linktr.ee/elwinrobinson

In this Q&A episode, Elwin Robinson answers listener questions on bioregulators for detox, stacking Livagen and Ovagen for advanced cirrhosis, whether soy is genuinely protective or harmful in estrogen dominance, the real role of retinoic acid receptors, iron accumulation on carnivore diets, copper and insulin resistance, pregnenolone for men, allopregnanolone sourcing, fixing low bile production, benfotiamine and B-complex sequencing, chronic fatigue and exercise intolerance, glycine beyond blood sugar, cod liver oil and vitamin A toxicity, aspirin, NDT and methylene blue, using 23andMe data with Advanced Health Genetics, and a teaser on the nutrient deficiency that helped him gain 7kg of muscle in 5 months. Get the Book 90% OFF: https://rejuvenateblueprint.com Discover Your Hormonal Archetype: https://hormetics.health/ and Optimize your Body Composition Unlock your Genetic Blueprint and get Personalized Health Advice: https://advancedhealthgenetics.com/ Use code *"REJUVENATE"* to get *20% OFF* your first order Learn about Elwin Robinson and find out about working with him 1 on 1 at his website: https://elwinrobinson.com And check out his socials at: https://linktr.ee/elwinrobinson References: - Generic Health Advice Is Making You Sick (book by Elwin Robinson) — available on Amazon - The Nutrient Gap: Why Your Body Is Secretly Starving (upcoming book) — https://rejuvenateblueprint.com - Grant Genereux — researcher who reversed chronic kidney disease on a zero-vitamin-A diet - Morley Robbins — copper/iron dysregulation researcher - Dr. Michael Platt — progesterone protocols - Livagen and Ovagen (Khavinson peptide bioregulators) - Cargill — referenced re: soy research funding - Monsanto — referenced re: GMO soy cross-pollination - 23andMe, Ancestry, MyHeritage — raw DNA data compatible with Advanced Health Genetics Timestamps: 00:00 Introducing the Nutrient Gap Book 01:25 Liver and Kidney Bioregulators for Detox 03:55 Stacking Livagen and Ovagen for Cirrhosis 06:00 Hormetics Quiz and Hormonal Imbalances 07:55 Is Soy Good or Bad for Estrogen Dominance? 17:38 Why Are There Retinoic Acid Receptors? 25:24 Are Carnivores Accumulating Iron in Tissues? 27:24 Can Copper Reverse Insulin Resistance? 29:28 Is Cod Liver Oil a Good Copper Source? 30:08 Should You Eat Plant-Based to Lower Iron? 31:25 Can Men Take Pregnenolone Safely? 33:13 Where to Find Allopregnanolone Supplements 35:39 How to Fix Low Bile Production 39:24 Benfotiamine and B Complex for Constipation 42:06 Chronic Fatigue and Exercise Intolerance 44:24 Does Glycine Help If Blood Sugar Is Normal? 47:23 Cod Liver Oil and Vitamin A Toxicity 51:16 Aspirin, NDT, and Methylene Blue Review 58:09 Can You Use 23andMe Data for Genetics? 01:00:26 Did the Protocol Regrow My Hair? The Rejuvenate podcast is dedicated to looking at the real root causes of premature aging, and what we can do to 'turn back the clock' and feel younger and healthier again. Disclaimer: This YouTube channel does not contain medical advice. I am NOT a doctor. The contents of this YouTube channel, such as videos, text, graphics, images and other material are intended for entertainment, informational and educational purposes only and not for the purpose of rendering medical advice. The contents of this YouTube channel are not intended to substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Consult your physician for medical advice. Get the Book 90% OFF: https://rejuvenateblueprint.com Discover Your Hormonal Archetype: https://hormetics.health/ and Optimize your Body Composition Unlock your Genetic Blueprint and get Personalized Health Advice: https://advancedhealthgenetics.com/ Use code *“REJUVENATE”* to get *20% OFF* your first order Learn about Elwin Robinson and find out about working with him 1 on 1 at his website: https://elwinrobinson.com And check out his socials at: https://linktr.ee/elwinrobinson