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
Sleep Deprived But Still Need To Perform? *Here’s* Where Creatine May Help (& Where It Won’t!) 🧠😴
You know the feeling: a red-eye flight, a late work push, the kids up all night, and the next day you still have to think clearly, make decisions, and perform.
It's easy to reach for caffeine, which can help with alertness, but it doesn’t necessarily fix the deeper issue, which is your brain running low on usable energy.
This is where creatine gets interesting (yes, creatine can help during sleep deprivation, but not in the way most people expect). It’s likely not going to keep you “awake” or improve simple, repetitive tasks.
Instead, research shows that creatine (my preferred brand is Kion) can specifically support complex brain functions, such as decision-making, problem-solving, and focus.
For example, in one study, creatine improved performance on central executive tasks after 36 hours without sleep, while simpler functions saw little benefit.
And a newer study adds another layer: even a single dose of creatine can help preserve cognitive performance during a night of sleep restriction. At around 0.2 grams/kg body weight (roughly 16 grams for a 175 lb./80 kg person), participants showed better performance in logic, numerical tasks, language processing speed, and reaction time, and scored better on the psychomotor vigilance test (PVT), one of the most widely used measures of behavioral alertness.
Creatine essentially buffered the typical cognitive drop-off that comes with sleep loss.
What’s likely happening is that creatine is acting as a rapid energy reserve for the brain, helping to maintain ATP availability when your system is under stress. This effect seems to show up most when you actually need it, including during fatigue, sleep deprivation, or high cognitive demand (or when all three combine!).
So no, creatine won’t replace sleep. But if you’re running on fumes and still need to think clearly, it can help your brain stay sharper for the tasks that matter most.
Want to go deeper on how creatine supports brain function, performance under stress, and recovery?
I’ve broken down the research and exactly how I use it in the resources below:
- Can This Low-Cost, Highly-Researched, Incredibly Safe Peptide Help You Sleep Less and Not Pay For It Later? (Plus 6 Strategies to Mitigate the Effects of Sleep Deprivation).
- The Dirt Cheap, Widely Available Natural Molecule That Is One Of The Most Well-Researched Supplements For Cognition, Muscle Repair, Endurance, Testosterone & Much More.
- Is Too Much Protein Bad For You? The TRUTH About Creatine, What’s The “Healthiest” Alcohol & More! Solosode #480.
- Ben Greenfield’s Game-Changing Biohacks & Health Trends of 2025: 10 Science-Backed Strategies For Revolutionizing Human Performance.
- The Most Proven Supplements For Performance & Recovery, Cold Water Immersion vs. Cryotherapy, The New Science of Athletic Performance & Much More!
- Microplastics In Glass Bottles & Lead In Salt? Cardio Before Strength Or Strength Before Cardio? Creatine Causes Hair Loss? & More: Solosode #492
Your 2026 Mother’s Day Gift Guide Has Arrived! I Hand-Picked These Gifts for Your Mom (+ Laser Lights & EXOSOMES?!) 🩷
Panicking over what to get Mom this Mother’s Day and have no idea where to start, or just don’t want to give her another *boring* gift this year?
Skip the usual suspects: flowers that fade within three days, candles that quickly burn out, and bath bombs that stain your bathtub cotton candy blue.
The special woman in your life deserves something incredible that *actually* lasts. I mean, she changed your diapers, right?
So… I put together my 2026 Mother's Day Gift Guide with one thing in mind: helping you give Mom a vetted present that delivers her fresh energy, better recovery, unparalleled sleep, and long-term health.
🎁 Just a few highlights from the guide:
- Sunlighten mPulse Sauna: Personalized infrared sauna sessions for recovery, relaxation, detox, and deeper sleep.
- Apollo Neuro: A wearable designed to support calm, stress resilience, and better sleep.
- Young Goose Gift Sets: Advanced skincare protocols focused on repair, cellular energy, and skin longevity.
- Pendulum Metabolic Daily: Clinically studied probiotics for gut health, metabolism, and steady energy.
- LIFEprint HTMA Test: At-home testing to expose hidden mineral imbalances, stress patterns, and energy roadblocks.
- Boundless: My bestselling health optimization book packed with strategies for hormones, metabolism, longevity, and peak performance.
So, what are you waiting for?
Scroll through, find Mom a memorable gift, and use the discount codes listed in the guide for extra savings on these time-sensitive deals.
👉 Grab the Perfect Gift for Mom
This Week in Health & Performance: What the Latest Research Says
🥬🧪 Bitter Foods & Blood Sugar Control: Eating more bitter compounds, found in foods like broccoli and dark chocolate, may support better blood sugar regulation, potentially by stimulating digestive and metabolic pathways tied to glucose handling (read the study).
📊⚖️ CGMs For Weight Loss, Even If You’re Not Diabetic: A new study shows continuous glucose monitors may help non-diabetics lose weight more effectively, likely by increasing awareness of how specific foods impact blood sugar and driving smarter dietary decisions (full study here).
😴🌙 CBN For Sleep Quality: Cannabinol (CBN), not to be confused with CBD, continues to show strong effects on improving sleep quality in emerging research, making it a compelling option for occasional use, especially during travel or disrupted sleep schedules (study here).
🧬⏳ Spermidine & Longevity: A new review highlights spermidine as a promising compound for healthy aging, largely due to its ability to stimulate autophagy, the body’s natural cellular cleanup system. It may also support mitochondrial function and resilience to stress, key drivers of longevity (read more).
Key Takeaway: From bitter foods and glucose tracking to sleep-enhancing compounds and longevity molecules, this week’s research points to a common theme: small, strategic inputs can have outsized effects on metabolism, recovery, and long-term health.
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! 
Product Of The Week
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Upcoming Events:
Boundless Live Tour Presented by FormulaIQ | Summer 2026
Join the world premiere of Boundless: The Man Who Became Human, a new feature documentary that follows 20 years of body optimization colliding with life's immeasurable moments—marriage, family, and faith. Experience a live podcast recording and intimate Q&A with my family and me in Los Angeles, New York, Austin, and Moscow, ID, one night in a room full of people chasing the same thing. Purchase tickets here.
Health Optimisation Summit | September 11–13, 2026
I'm speaking at the Health Optimisation Summit in London (September 11–13, 2026) at the Business Design Centre. This isn't your average health conference. HOS unites the best minds in biohacking, longevity, nutrition, fitness, and medicine, with one goal: to actually make people healthier. With 35+ world-class speakers, 120+ cutting-edge brands, and 4,000 like-minded people all under one roof, it's two days that could genuinely change how you approach your health. Get your ticket here and use code BEN to save 10% off registration!
Eudēmonia | November 5–8, 2026
I'm speaking at Eudēmonia (November 5–8, 2026, in West Palm Beach, FL), a prevention-focused, science-based health, well-being, and longevity summit designed to add years to your life and life to your years. Across 3 days and 15 venues, you'll experience 200+ talks from 120+ experts, 300 treatments, and 160+ brands covering everything from biohacking, longevity, and hormonal health to gut health, brain health, peptides, mobility, and more. I'll be leading a talk and a movement session alongside some of the brightest minds in health today. Use code BGREENFIELD-EUD-100 for $100 off when you register here!
The Boundless Couples Retreat | November 10–14, 2026
Ready to reconnect and recharge with your partner in paradise? Join the Greenfields at the stunning Prana Maya resort in Belize for the Boundless Couples Retreat, November 10–14, 2026. It's a five-day, all-inclusive escape designed to deepen your relationship, restore your vitality, and create memories that last a lifetime. From relaxation and adventure to intimate relationship coaching with Jessa and me, every detail is crafted to send you home with a stronger bond and a reinvigorated spirit. Spots are limited, so discover more and secure yours here today!
The Manzo x Ben Greenfield Table Private Dinner | Throughout 2026
If you want to taste one of the world's rarest cuts of beef and experience my North Idaho biohacking compound firsthand, my family and I are hosting The Manzo x Ben Greenfield Table, an intimate, chef-catered VIP dinner on a few limited 2026 dates. The evening includes biodynamic wine, a live cooking demo, a multi-course Piedmontese feast finer than Wagyu, and a night of deep sleep in an EMF-free, fully grounded, circadian-optimized guest room. Anyone who reserves a half or whole Piedmontese bull from Manzo qualifies for a spot, so reserve your allocation and dinner here.
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