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EPISODE · Jan 23, 2026 · 1H 3M

E. 137 The Truth About Supplements, Labs & Metabolic Health With Dr. William Wallace

from Self-Selecting · host Cory Hageman

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. William Wallace, a clinical researcher and industry leader in the supplement and health optimization space. We talk about the truth behind supplement research, how to critically interpret lab results, what your hydration might be doing to your cortisol levels, and the real story behind NAD shots, nicotine for fat loss, and hormonal optimization. This is a deep dive into micronutrient science, metabolic health, and responsible supplementation.Dr. Wallace’s blend of industry experience, scientific insight, and direct honesty makes this a must-listen for anyone interested in evidence-based health, fat loss, and performance.Timestamps:- [00:00 – 06:50] – Intro & Dr. Wallace’s background in supplement science and clinical research- [06:51 – 13:32] – What studies really say about young, healthy people- [13:33 – 20:16] – Micronutrient deficiencies vs. insufficiencies and how to interpret them- [20:17 – 24:40] – What skews your serum lab values (vitamins and minerals)- [24:41 – 30:37] – Magnesium myths, absorption, and which forms actually matter- [30:38 – 43:36] – Nicotine: pre-workout fad or nootropic risk? Real risks and potential uses- [43:37 – 47:53] – NAD shots: are they effective or a waste of money?- [47:54 – 50:57] – Metabolic dysfunction, supplements, and fat loss myths- [50:58 – 57:36] – Cortisol and hydration: what the research actually says- [57:37 – 1:03:36] – Exogenous hormone use, spironolactone risks & closing thoughtsLinks & Resources:Follow Dr. William Wallace on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.williamwallace/?hl=enSubscribe to Dr. William Wallace's Newsletter: https://drwilliamwallace.com/newsletter/https://coryfit.com/Coaching: Let's Chat⁠https://calendly.com/coryfit-coaching/15minConsults: Book a Call⁠https://calendly.com/coryfit-coaching/one-time-consultationFor more content, follow along:⁠Instagram⁠: https://www.instagram.com/cory_fit/Patreon⁠: https://patreon.com/CoryFit?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink

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