#2421 - Derek, More Plates More Dates

Overview

This episode dives deep into fitness, health optimization, and the science behind supplements, with Derek from More Plates, More Dates. Topics range from nootropics and hormone replacement therapy to the ethics and risks of extreme body modifications like limb lengthening and bodybuilding.

Notable Quotes

- Dopamine, a lot of people think more is better... but if you overdo it, you just end up having to lie down for hours. - Derek, on the dangers of excessive supplementation.

- Social media is way worse for people than it is good, especially Instagram. It’s like playing with explosives. - Joe Rogan, on the psychological impact of social media.

- You have one chance to tell the truth forever. The moment you violate that, you're always a liar. - Joe Rogan, on the importance of honesty in public life.

🧠 Nootropics and Cognitive Enhancement

- Derek introduces a new nootropic drink, explaining its ingredients like alpha-GPC, uridine monophosphate, and saffron extract, which support dopamine production, neuroprotection, and mood enhancement.

- The drink balances caffeine (200mg) with L-theanine to avoid overstimulation while promoting focus and calmness.

- Joe praises the drink’s taste and effectiveness, noting its potential as a daily cognitive booster.

💉 Hormone Replacement Therapy and Misconceptions

- Derek discusses the history of hormone replacement therapy (HRT), particularly for women, and how outdated studies led to widespread fear of its risks.

- He highlights the benefits of bioidentical hormones for improving quality of life, including neuroprotection, bone health, and cardiovascular support.

- The conversation touches on the dangers of unregulated hormone use, with Derek sharing a personal story about his mother being prescribed excessive testosterone.

🏋️‍♂️ Bodybuilding, Genetics, and Steroid Use

- Derek emphasizes the importance of understanding genetic limitations in bodybuilding, noting that not everyone can achieve elite physiques, even with heavy steroid use.

- They discuss the dangers of excessive drug use in bodybuilding, including early deaths and severe health complications.

- Joe and Derek reflect on the evolution of transparency in the fitness industry, with more athletes admitting to steroid use compared to the past.

📏 Extreme Body Modifications: Limb Lengthening and Bone Smashing

- The hosts explore the controversial practice of limb lengthening, where individuals undergo painful surgeries to increase height. Derek shares updates on a man who grew six inches but faced years of recovery and legal battles with the clinic.

- They also discuss the bizarre trend of bone smashing, where people hit their faces to reshape their bone structure, often for cosmetic reasons.

📱 Social Media and Mental Health

- Joe critiques the toxic effects of social media, emphasizing how it fosters anxiety, distracts from meaningful activities, and creates a false sense of reality.

- Both agree that limiting social media use improves mental health, with Joe sharing his strategy of posting and ghosting to avoid getting sucked into online negativity.

- They touch on the dangers of fame and the pressure to maintain a curated image online, especially for public figures.