Fuel for the Sole 126 | A DQ Blizzard Study, Berberine, Urolithin, Santa Madre RESET gels and MCT Oil
Feb 24, 2026
They debunk a viral Instagram claim about a fast-food dessert and recovery. They scrutinize berberine, its modest effects and safety concerns. They discuss urolithin A and its limited longevity evidence. They question Santa Madre tart cherry and ‘No Cramps’ gels. They explain MCT oil metabolism and why benefits are small and often overrated.
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Just Start Overcomes Pre Race Doubt
- Thomas describes pre-race mental resistance and how putting on a bib, doing a warm-up, and starting running helped him overcome anxiety and perform well.
- He ran even splits and finished a minute ahead of goal after deciding to "just start" despite not wanting to race that morning.
Social Posts Can Pretend To Be Research
- Viral health claims can spread rapidly on social media even when they're fabricated, like a fake "Harvard and Mayo Clinic" post claiming DQ Blizzards speed recovery 43% more than chicken and rice.
- Meghann Featherstun verified the claim by searching for a PMID and found it was an Instagram scam, warning listeners to check original research sources.
Don't Use Berberine As A GLP-1 Substitute
- Avoid treating berberine as a GLP-1 substitute; evidence shows only minimal weight loss (1–3 kg over six months) and no clear effect on visceral fat.
- Consider liver toxicity risks and medication interactions before using berberine and prioritize proven strategies first.