Welcome to Ben Greenfield's Weekly Roundup!
In this weekly post, I share with you my most interesting discoveries of the week, including the latest news on the fronts of fitness, nutrition, health, wellness, biohacking, and anti-aging research. I also recap my upcoming events and special announcements so you can keep up with opportunities to learn, giveaways, discounts, and more!
New Discoveries
How I Turned Heart & Liver Into a Mitochondria-Boosting Feast (And Yes, It Tastes Amazing!)
After recording a recent podcast with health expert Morley Robbins on the overlooked mineral dynamics behind fatigue, I found myself thinking a lot about upping my intake of bioavailable copper and heme iron.
One of the best ways to do that? Clean, high-quality organ meats.
Add in the mitochondrial benefits of heart, specifically, and I decided to fire up some heart-and-liver magic for dinner—courtesy of one of my go-to clean meat sources: US Wellness Meats.
Here are a few of my favorite “make organ meats taste amazing” hacks:
1) Soak overnight.
This tenderizes, removes the gaminess, and improves texture. Milk or kefir works great… but anything with carbonic acid does the trick. I didn’t have dairy, so I soaked mine overnight in LMNT Grapefruit. Yes, really—and it worked perfectly.
2) Morning water bath.
Pop the organs into a quality sous vide bag (I like Stasher) with your marinade. I used Primal Kitchen dressing and Joey’s Hot Sauce for a clean, flavorful combo.
3) Sous vide for 8–10 hours.
I run mine in a water bath with the Joule sous vide wand. Slow, low, perfect every time.
4) Quick pan-finish.
Slice the heart thin. Keep the liver as “steaks.” Fry both in butter for 2–3 minutes per side. Meanwhile, whisk the sous vide juices with a tablespoon of flour or starch to create a rich, silky gravy.
5) Pour that goodness on.
Drizzle the gravy over everything and serve.
I promise, you’ll stop saying organ meats “taste weird” or “have a strange texture.” This is how to do it, folks. ️
Want to check out more of my favorite recipes, cooking hacks, and ingredients? You can start here:
- What I Eat For Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner (And A Surprise For Those Who Want To Biohack Their Diet For Fat Loss, Muscle Gain, Better Sleep & More Energy).
- Flavorful, Health-Infused Spin on Pork Chops—It's Bourbon-Braised Perfection!
- The Benefits Of Eating The Whole Chicken (& Where To Find Clean Birds!)
- Cracking the Code on Beef Wellington: How I *Conquered* One of the Kitchen's Toughest Dishes (It’s Easier Than You Think!).
If Your Essential Amino Acids Don’t Meet *These* 6 Criteria, You’re Not Supporting Muscle Growth
I get asked all the time why I’m so loyal to the essential amino acid (EAA) formula from Kion when there are dozens of EAA powders flooding the market.
It's simple: most blends lean on hype. Kion Aminos, on the other hand, is crafted from 30+ years of peer-reviewed research.
If you care about driving muscle protein synthesis, building or maintaining lean muscle, or staying strong as you age, your EAA formula needs to hit six key criteria. Kion checks every single one…
Most brands:
• Hide behind proprietary blends
• Skimp on leucine (the muscle-building trigger)
• Pad formulas with unnecessary non-essential aminos
• Sell “mystery tub” products with no real verification
Kion, on the other hand:
- Is built on 30+ years of peer-reviewed human research, not marketing hype
- Lists every milligram with full formula transparency
- Is leucine-enriched at 40%, the clinically shown ratio to amplify muscle protein synthesis, especially with aging
- Contains only the nine essential amino acids in human-trial-validated ratios
- Excludes fillers and unnecessary amino acids
- Is fully third-party tested for purity, potency, and heavy metals, so what’s on the label is exactly what’s in your scoop
To use EAAs strategically, take a 5-gram serving daily, add a dose before workouts (or with low-protein meals), and bump your intake on long training days or when meals are spaced far apart. Consistency is what moves the needle.
If you want better results, choose better aminos. Kion Aminos remain my go-to because they’re clinically grounded, fully transparent, and built exactly according to what the research says works.
You can discover more about why Kion Aminos are unmatched in terms of quality and efficacy here.
Boundless Bar Is HERE—The World’s FIRST Ketone-Powered Protein Bar ⚡
What you reach for between meals should work with your biology—supporting stable blood sugar, clean digestion, and steady energy that carries you through the day.
That’s why I spent the past year building something I couldn’t find anywhere in the protein bar aisle: a bar powered by goBHB® ketones and clean, functional ingredients that support muscle, metabolism, and long-lasting fuel.
goBHB® is the gold-standard form of beta-hydroxybutyrate (BHB), a ketone that provides clean, steady energy for both your brain and body. It helps stabilize appetite, supports mitochondrial efficiency, and enhances recovery from training.
And instead of the “ketone taste” people dread, we dialed in a flavor profile that actually makes you look forward to eating it.
It’s called Boundless Bar, and now you choose between two indulgent, clean-fueled options:
- Cinnamon Roll (270 calories) blends real cinnamon spice with creamy cashew butter and a touch of honey and monk fruit for a warm, balanced flavor that pairs perfectly with steady ketone energy.
- Vanilla Cheesecake (260 calories) delivers a smooth, rich texture with natural vanilla and clean ingredients that leave you satisfied—without the crash you get from conventional bars.
Both flavors make it easy to stay on track while enjoying every bite, providing you with clean fuel and a smarter, all-day ally.
Ready to experience the power of ketones and step into a Boundless you?
*Here’s* How to Receive Coaching, Workouts & Biohacking Support—with TRIUMPH Coaching
I get it—navigating your health and fitness in today’s world can feel like chasing a moving target. One week, it’s about your macros, the next, it’s wearables and peptide stacks.
When was the last time you had an actual team helping you sort through the noise, guiding you step by step based on your unique biomarkers, goals, and lifestyle?
With TRIUMPH Coaching, you gain access to elite-level support without the guesswork.
We have different coaching plans to meet you wherever you are. Work 1-on-1 with one of my expert coaches, or as part of a group.
Whatever you choose, you’ll be rooted in real-time adjustments and results. If your goals involve optimizing VO2 max, chasing longevity, or just trying to build muscle and mobility right from your living room, we’ve got you covered.
Want to explore your TRIUMPH coaching options?
Fill out our coaching form, and one of our expert coaches will reach out to discuss how to help you achieve extraordinary fitness and peak performance.
My 2025 Holiday Gift Guide Is Here! 25 *Handpicked* Wellness Gifts for Stronger Bodies, Sharper Minds & Joy All Year Long
The holidays are a reminder of what really matters—connection, meaning, and the people you hold close.
And while most gifts fade, the ones that enhance and support health keep giving, because when you give something that nurtures well-being, you’re providing energy, clarity, and a better way to live day after day.
After testing and studying the most effective tools for vitality and longevity, I’ve *handpicked* 25 gifts for you.
You’ll find them all in my 2025 Holiday Gift Guide—each one chosen to help you and the people you love feel your best, this season and beyond.
We’re Adding to the Team & Hiring an Executive Assistant (Full-Time, Remote)
LIFE Enterprises is growing, and we’re looking for an exceptional Executive Assistant to support my team and me across the entire LIFE ecosystem.
This is a high-impact, fast-paced role for someone who thrives on precision, organization, proactive communication, and flawless execution.
You’ll be the operational backbone behind my daily workflow—managing emails, schedules, travel, projects, presentations, and cross-department coordination—while serving as a trusted gatekeeper and strategic support partner.
If you’re detail-obsessed, self-driven, calm under pressure, and energized by supporting mission-driven work in health, performance, and education, we want to hear from you. This is your chance to join a world-class team and help power the LIFE brands from behind the scenes.
Apply now here and become part of the LIFE Enterprises mission!
This Week in Health & Performance: What the Latest Research Says
❄️ Cold Therapy Without the Downsides: While full-body cold baths can blunt muscle adaptation, localized cooling—like ice wraps or cold-water compression boots—doesn’t impair gains, making it a smarter post-workout recovery choice (study here).
Dad’s Workouts Shape Future Generations: Fascinating new research shows that offspring of exercise-trained fathers had more muscle, less fat, stronger bones, and better metabolic health (rodent study, but still compelling! Read about it here).
⏱️ Best Eating Frequency for Metabolic Health: For people with type 2 diabetes, eating 2–3 meals per day and restricting intake to under 10 hours significantly improves weight loss and glycemic control (full study here).
Why Living Alone Speeds Aging: A new analysis finds that aging adults in private rooms have worse health outcomes compared to those in shared settings, reinforcing that strong relationships slow aging at the cellular level (full analysis here).
Key Takeaway: Smarter recovery, tighter eating windows, supportive relationships, and even your parents’ fitness habits all meaningfully shape metabolic health, longevity, and performance.
Want to dive deeper? Click the links above to explore the research, and click here to follow me on X for all the latest health and performance news hot off the press!
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Upcoming Events:
CREATE 26 — January 28–30, 2026
Join me in Tucker, Georgia, at CREATE 26, a high-level gathering of founders, creators, and leaders focused on building scalable businesses, powerful networks, and aligned lives. This immersive multi-day experience blends strategy, leadership, and personal optimization with real-world execution and high-impact connections. You’ll also have the opportunity to join me for select sessions and a special Health Panel Q&A on Thursday, January 29. If you’re serious about growth in both business and life, this is a room you want to be in. Grab your ticket here.
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5 Responses
This tool sometimes uses random algorithms to give results. This makes the results more diverse and interesting.
With so many advanced interventions, from organ meats and EAAs to ketones, cold therapy, and red light, how do you prioritize what to add first for someone who wants long-term health and performance without turning optimization into a full-time job?
What temp do you set the sous vide for?
Amazing go-to guide!
Amazing go-to guide!