Let me ask you this—how fresh are your “fresh” greens really?

Most people don’t realize that by the time grocery store spinach or pre-washed mixed greens hit your plate, they’ve lost most of their nutritional value. In fact, spinach can lose up to 90% of its vitamin C within 24 hours of harvest.

And if your veggies have been pre-packaged and shipped across the country (which is common)?

You’re basically eating oxidized fiber with a green tint…

That’s why my wife Jessa and I started sprouting at home using sprouting jars from The Sprouting Company. Not only is it one of the easiest health hacks we’ve implemented, but it’s also one of the most nutritionally potent.

With just water, seeds, and a countertop, you can grow your own living, enzyme-rich superfoods in under a week. It requires no soil, garden space, fancy equipment, or even sunlight. Just about anyone can grow their own real food at home using this method, which is teeming with life because it's harvested at the exact moment its nutrient density peaks.

What’s so special about sprouts that makes them worth growing?

Sprouts—especially broccoli, radish, alfalfa, mung bean, and lentil—are packed with meristematic cells (essentially plant stem cells), which kick off a biochemical cascade that leaves them full of antioxidants, enzymes, vitamins, and anti-inflammatory compounds.

One standout is sulforaphane, a powerful isothiocyanate that activates your body’s detox pathways, protects against oxidative stress, supports metabolic function, and can even enhance cognitive performance and slow biological aging. It’s like nature’s version of a nootropic and a detoxifier in one.

And it doesn’t stop there. Sprouts are clinically shown to support:

✔️ Blood sugar regulation and insulin sensitivity

✔️ Faster recovery from exercise and less muscle soreness

✔️ Skin and gut health, even reducing symptoms like eczema

✔️ Cardiovascular function, cholesterol reduction & vascular integrity

✔️ Brain health and mood, especially thanks to sulforaphane and polyphenols

✔️ Longevity, through telomere protection and anti-aging pathways

These effects aren't just anecdotal; a growing body of research backs the unique benefits of sprouted food, particularly during the germination phase when epigenetic activation enhances the density of the sprouts' health-promoting compounds.

What I really appreciate about The Sprouting Company is that they make it absurdly simple. Their sprouting jars are clean, well-designed, and beginner-proof. Their seed blends are also heirloom-quality, non-GMO, tested for purity, and come in varieties like:

• Detox blend (broccoli, radish, and clover)
• Metabolic blend (mung bean, lentil, and fenugreek)
• Longevity mix (red clover, alfalfa, and kale)

You just soak the seeds, drain, and rinse twice a day. In 4 to 6 days, you’ve grown the freshest, most bioactive greens you’ll ever eat, right in your own kitchen. We throw ours on eggs, blend them into smoothies, top bowls with them, or just eat them by the handful.

Sprouts are a rare example of a health food that’s cheaper, more potent, and more convenient when you DIY.

Ready to try it?

If you care about performance, resilience, detoxification, gut health, or just want a super-easy way to get more nutrients into your daily routine, I suggest you start sprouting.

You can head to The Sprouting Company's site here and use code BEN for 10% off your first order.

Curious about how living, sprouted, and fermented foods can supercharge your health? You can explore my podcasts with the founder of The Sprouting Company, Doug Evans:

• How To Render Seeds & Plants More Digestible, Get More Amino Acids From Vegetables & Everything You Need To Know About Sprouts & Sprouting With Doug Evans.
• How To Tap into the Power of the Planet’s Most Nutritious Foods: Sprouts, Shoots, Microgreens & More With Doug Evans.

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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.

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📢 This Week in Health & Performance: What the Latest Research Says 🚀

🔥 Lift + Protein > Everything: New research shows that even in a calorie surplus, participants lost fat when combining resistance training with a high-protein diet. This echoes older findings (study here) showing that lifting with adequate protein (≥1g/lb of bodyweight) can still lead to muscle gains, even during an 800-calorie deficit (read the study).

👃 Creatine Up the Nose? Intranasal creatine is showing promise for boosting brain creatine levels and improving cognitive performance in rodents. While you might not want to snort it just yet, this could be a future method for targeted brain support (study here).

💪 Does Collagen Count Toward Daily Protein? Yes, at least partially. Research confirms that collagen peptides can contribute to your total protein intake, though they’re not a complete protein source (study).

🥩 Easing into Fasting: Limiting carbohydrates before a fast may help the body transition into ketosis more comfortably and efficiently, potentially reducing side effects like fatigue and cravings (study here).

📌 Key Takeaway: Whether your goal is fat loss, muscle gain, brain performance, or smoother fasting, protein (especially in smart forms and timing) and strength training remain at the core of effective strategies. 

🔗 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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Product Of The Week

::: Ditch Toxic Pans & Save 10% on the Set That's Built for Clean Cooking 🥘 :::

Let’s face it: if you're putting real, nourishing food on your table but still cooking it in pans coated with toxic “forever chemicals,” you're only getting part of the health equation right.

While European countries are cracking down on toxic chemicals like PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances)—a class of man-made compounds known for their persistence in the environment and links to cancer, hormone disruption, liver damage, and developmental issues—most cookware in the U.S. is still riddled with them.

In a recent analysis by the Ecology Center, a whopping 79% of nonstick pans and 20% of baking pans were found to be coated with PTFE (polytetrafluoroethylene)—a type of PFAS and the same chemical used in Teflon.

Why is PFAS known as an infamous “forever chemical”?

Because once it’s in your body, it doesn’t break down, builds up over time, and has been linked to hormone disruption, immune dysfunction, cancer, and even developmental delays in kids. Not to mention the impact on pets and wildlife.

That’s why I’m a big fan of Our Place, the company leading the charge in high-performance, non-toxic cookware. 

Their Titanium Always Pan Pro is one of the only nonstick pans truly built to last a lifetime, without leaching harmful substances into your food. It’s made without sketchy coatings or toxic chemicals, yet still delivers pro-level performance. Think zero-compromise cooking tech that’s durable, non-toxic, and actually supports your long-term health.

Our Place recently expanded its line with the Titanium Pro Cookware Set, a full, chef-level collection that’s free from all forever chemicals. It’s lightweight, easy to clean, and built like a tank.

Bonus: When you grab the full set, you can save up to 36% with bundle pricing and sales!

You can grab your non-toxic Our Place pans here and use code BEN for 10% off your order.

You'll get free shipping, free returns, and a 100-day risk-free trial, so there’s really no downside to upgrading your kitchen with this gear that protects your health and performs like a pro.

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🥁 The Fully Updated Boundless Is Here! Get Ready to *Optimize* Your Body, Mind, and Spirit! 📚💪

Over the last year, I've been working tirelessly on something that I'm thrilled to finally share: the brand-new, updated version of my best-seller, Boundless, which is finally available!

Like a cookbook for the human blueprint, the revised and updated edition of Boundless gives you a zero-guesswork guide to becoming a complete expert in what makes your brain tick, your body work, your spirit happy, and your life fulfilled.

You can flip to *any* chapter and discover the most up-to-date, research-proven, trench-tested techniques to build muscle, burn fat, balance hormones, live longer, sleep better, have mind-blowing sex, and much, much more!

A few of the key topics that the latest version of Boundless explores are:

• Strategies to optimize mitochondrial density and biogenesis for peak energy and metabolic health.
• New methods to stimulate the vagus nerve for stress reduction, sleep quality, and higher heart rate variability using light, sound, and electrical interventions.
• Updated techniques for restoring circadian balance, combating jet lag, and maximizing sleep, naps, and meditation.
• Insights on the effects of electromagnetic frequencies on the brain and body, with tips on modifying devices for better shielding.
• The latest on addressing chronic infections, detoxifying from mold, and enhancing gut function with cutting-edge testing and treatments.
• New supplements, biohacks, and protocols based on recent longevity science, including age-reversal insights.
• Fresh routines and injury recovery tools, plus minimalist moves to burn fat throughout the day without gym reliance.

If you're ready to go beyond the quick fixes and reclaim control over your vitality, this is your chance. Packed with insights on everything from breathwork to cold therapy and the latest anti-aging techniques, Boundless will help you build a balanced, sustainable approach to lifelong health. I can't wait for you to experience everything this guide has to offer!

If you're ready to discover a treasure trove of the latest science-backed strategies for improving every aspect of your mind, body, and spirit, click here to grab your copy of the newly launched Boundless.

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Podcasts I Recorded This Week:

Move Like An Athlete, Walk Like a Kangaroo & Use Cool Tools Like *Weighted Vests, Compression Gear & Vibration Platforms* To Transform Your Body, With Dr. Emily Splichal

Fatty15 (code BEN), Quantum Upgrade (code BEN15), Ketone-IQ, LVLUP Health (code BEN15), and Organifi Sunrise.

 

 

Meal Timing, Protein Timing & Time-Restricted Feeding Strategies For Muscle Gain & Fat Loss: Solosode #491

 

Xtendlife (code BEN15), Organifi Shilajit Gummies, Healthlighting (code BEN10), LMNT, ZBiotics Pre-Alcohol Probiotic (code BEN15), and Manukora (code BEN).

 

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The Latest Content I Was Featured On This Week:

Optimal Living Daily (OLD) Podcast: “What’s Going To Be Written On Your Gravestone” by Ben Greenfield on Determining Your Priorities

Gurner Group Enlists Biohacker Ben Greenfield