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Elite Pharmaceutics
by Matt Hermenau
My name is Matt Hermenau and I’m a pain management pharmacist here in Miami, FL. The intent of this podcast is to provide listeners with objective data and analysis on athletes pain management, mental health, and substance use in all sports (professional and collegiate)
Episodes
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My Journey Cycling Off Caffeine ☕️📉 | Ep. 48
In today’s episode, I discuss my personal journey in life with caffeine (the highs and the lows), why it may be beneficial to cycle off of it, and the withdrawal symptoms you may experience. If this episode resonates with you and it was valuable please feel free to subscribe, or share to spread…
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The Association of Steps and Mortality Rates in the United States 👣 | Ep. 47
In today’s episode, we discuss the importance of daily step count and the associations with reduced all- cause and cardiovascular disease deaths. Disclaimer - (P)harmless Health does not provide medical advice. The information, including but not limited to, text, graphics, images, and other...
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10 Actions to Becoming a Better Man 👑 | Ep. 46
In today’s episode, we discuss a few actionable areas of your life which can ultimately make you into a better man. Some of these areas include physical health, financial health, working on yourself, and being a great partner/father. I hope you enjoy & please feel free to subscribe and share if…
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Does Wake Up Time Equal Success? 🌅⏰ | Ep. 45
In today’s episode, we briefly discuss the misinterpreted view that one has to wake up extremely early in order to be successful. If you found this to be valuable please feel free to share & subscribe!
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Favorite Snacks on the Go 🏃🏻♂️💨🫐🥩 | Ep. 44
In today’s episode, we discuss some healthy on the go snacks that provide beneficial effects of glucose lowering, satiety with protein and fat, and are cost affordable. This is not medical or nutritional advice and we recommend you run any ideas by your own personal nutritionist and provider if...
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The Impact of Food Order on Post-Prandial Blood Glucose & Insulin 🔄 | Ep. 43
In today’s episode, we describe two pieces of literature which review the shockingly simple differences between consumption of carbohydrates, vegetables, and protein and the impact on the food order has with post-prandial blood glucose & insulin. If you find this content to be valuable feel free…
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Aggressive Patience ⏳ | Ep. 42
In today’s episode, I discuss the concept of aggressive patience providing the analogy of the time it takes for a cake to bake and diving into one of my favorite underrated athletes in the history of major league baseball. I hope you enjoy, please subscribe and share if it provided value.
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The McGill Big Three: Exercises to Promote Core Stability | Ep. 41
In today’s episode, we discuss some oftgw gurus currently working in the field of exercise, recovery and prevention of injury - Stuart McGill, PhD. and Aaron Horschig, DPT. Specifically, we dive into the big three by Dr. McGill, and his concept of proximal rigidity or core stability promoting...
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Oh-Oh-Oh Ozempic Guest Podcast w/ Josh Luke, PhD: Foods That Act Like Ozempic 🥑🌰🥬 | Ep. 40
In today’s episode, I sit down with hospital CEO and author of Health-Wealth for You, Josh Luke PhD. Through our chat we talk about common foods which actually act on the GLP-1 receptor similar to Ozempic, how one would effectively combine a high protein diet & resistance training to your daily...
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The Second Meal Effect: Almonds ✌🏼| Ep. 39
In today’s episode, we discuss the macronutrient profile of almonds, and its role on the second meal effect, post-prandial blood sugar, and hunger/fullness in people at risk for developing Type 2 Diabetes. I hope you share and enjoy!!
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The Gram for Gram MOST Micronutrient Dense Food in the Plant & Animal Kingdom - Beef Liver | Ep. 38
In today’s episode, we discuss the incredible macronutrient composition of beef liver, and how it plays an impressive role in energy, pernicious anemia, and male reproductive health. I hope you share and enjoy!
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Why 99% Won’t Understand When You Want to Be That 1% | Ep. 37
In today’s episode, we talk about some of the outward experiences you should expect from people when you are trying to become part of the 1% in the word. Naturally, 99% will not resonate or even object to your actions/thoughts/emotions. If this brought you value please feel to subscribe and share.
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Oysters - One of the Most Underrated Superfoods on the Planet 🌊🦪 | Ep. 36
In today’s episode, we discuss the incredible nutritional value of oysters (micro and macronutrients), it’s immune boosting effects via Zn and DHMBA, and lastly the risks associated with consuming raw food. This is not medical advice! If you found this content to be of value please feel to...
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Cast Iron Pans & Iron Exposure? | Ep. 35
In today’s episode, we discuss the recommended daily allowances of iron, scientific literature behind iron deficiency anemia/iron absorbtion of food while using iron cooking utensils, and lastly reveal specific foods which may have more absorption based on acidic/basic conditions. Please feel…
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What Pot/Pan to Cook With? 🥘🍳 | Ep. 34
In today’s episode, we discuss the factors your cookware plays a role in including: micro & macronutrient absorption, taste and leaching into the cooked foods. We also breakdown individual factors like thermal conductivity, heat capacity and reactivity of metals like aluminum, stainless steel,...
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Navigating Chaotic Times 🌊⛈️ | Ep. 33
In todays episode, we discuss what to do when having chaotic, stressful and challenging times. Primarily through having a foundational anchor of core vaues/goals each day one can overcome these obstacles, and emerge stronger than ever. Please feel free to subscribe and share if you found it to be...
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Animal Fats to Cook With (Tallow, Ghee, Butter) vs Vegetable Oils | Ep. 32
In this segment we discuss the importance of cholesterol and stigma behind it being considered “bad” as well as the linkage to LDL-C, TC and saturated fats. We then breakdown various animal fats to cook with, smoke point, and the different % of saturated fats, monounsaturated and polyunsaturated...
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You’re Not Going to be Everyone’s Cup of Tea ☕️ | Ep. 31
In today’s episode, I will explain how it’s perfectly normal if not everybody resonates with your content or mission. Others will say something no matter what you are doing or accomplishing. The important thing is whether you give the outward criticism power or if you continue on your path to...
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The Value of Awareness💡🙇🏻♂️ | Ep. 30
Awareness is a conscious effort to take oneself out of an unconscious, animalistic, and zero/little thought process. We discuss why awareness is so necessary for people with different substance use disorders and food addictions and how one can tap into awareness and the Being via the physical...
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Why Your Poop is Suprisingly Important for Overall Health 💩🚽⛑️ | Ep. 29
In this episode, we discuss the importance of stool frequency, consistency and color on your overall health. We dive into a larger cluster sample looking at the correlation with stool samples and overall death, cancer and cardiovascular causes of death. Feel free to subscribe & share!
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Non Playable Character (NPC) 🎮 | Ep. 28
Today we discuss how to not be a non playable character or NPC for short, awareness of ones time spent on the phone, and effective strategies for time management. Hope you enjoy and please feel free subscribe & share this message!
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Impact of Brisk Walking on Cardiovascular Disease and Chronic Low Back Pain | Ep. 27
In todays episode we discuss the background on walking in our country, mechanisms to why it may be beneficial for cardiovascular disease and low back pain and lastly dive into some literature displaying the health impact it can have in your personal life! Please speak with your doctor before...
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Sit to Rise Test & Impact on Longevity | Ep. 26
In todays epsiode, we discuss the importance of hip mobility/flexibility as well as a large body of literature highlighting the association with the sit to rise (STR) test and all cause mortality. I hope you enjoy and please share/subscribe!
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How to Recover From a Loss | Ep. 25
In this episode we break down the steps involved in recovering from a loss - controlling what you can and cannot, moving on in a forward direction and taking things one step at a time. I hope you enjoy and please feel free to share & subscribe!
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Do This Instead When Falling Back Into a Bad Habit 🧠💡| Ep. 24
In today’s episode, we talk about negative self talk specifically when you fall back into a bad habit. I draw in some examples from Author Yung Pueblo and Entrepreneur Alex Hormozi. I hope you enjoy this nugget and feel free to share & subscribe.
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3 Fundamental Frameworks to Building Habits | Ep. 23
Today we discuss three core frameworks I personally use for developing effective habits and sustaining them. Much of my prior knowledge/learning is from personal experience, books like Atomic Habits by James Clear and motivational speakers such as Alex Hormozi, Andy Frisella and Tony Robbins. I...
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Part 2: The Controvery of Hydration Status | Ep. 22
In this episode, we discuss the potential negative impact of acute over hydration and hyponatremia, we wrap up all the literature (pros and cons) and then relate hydration to our personal lives. I hope you enjoy! Feel free to subscribe and share.
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Part 1: The Controversy of Hydration Status | Ep. 21
In today’s episode we discuss the background information on hydration status, recommendations from health organizations as well as the potential benefits to consuming adequate amounts of water throughout the day. I hope you enjoy and please feel free to subscribe/share!
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27 Calorie Burners That Don’t Feel Like Exercise | Ep. 20
In today’s episode, we discuss many forms of non-exercise activity thermogenesis (NEAT) which don’t directly require you to be in a gym or doing strict exercise! Hope you enjoy and please share/subscribe.
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Proton Pump Inhibitors (PPIs): Nutrient Deficiencies and Health Effects Part 2 | Ep. 19
In today’s episode we explore existing scientific literature on the development of diseases and infections with chronic PPI use. Major discussions include fracture risk, C diff infection, community acquired pneumonia, dementia and kidney disease. Feel free to share and subscribe! As always please...
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Proton Pump Inhibitors (PPIs): Nutrient Deficiencies and Health Effects Part 1 | Ep. 18
In today’s episode we describe the mechanism as to how gastric acid is created/trasnported, major PPIs prescribed & over the counter, and the nutrient deficiencies seen with chronic consumption (Mg, Ca, B12, Fe)
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The Secrets of the Mediterranean Diet | Ep. 17
In today’s episode we do a deep dive into the origins of the Mediterranean Diet, what food groups it entails, and the scientific literature behind it’s beneficial effects on cardiovascular disease and obesity. I hope you enjoy & share!
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Food delivery app addictions 🍔🌭🍕🍟 | Ep. 16
In today’s episode, we discuss the current data regarding the 50% rise in food delivery application (i.e., DoorDash, UberEats) usage post-COVID 2020, it’s impacts BMI/eating at home, addiction l, and lastly what you can do to combat unhealthy use.
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Make them remember your name 😤😤 | Ep. 15
In today’s episode I talk about some of the early obstacles I faced in my life and how I always relate things back to making others remember my name through my own personal actions. I hope this motivates & inspires you to be a better individual in your own life!
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Whey protein insulin spike similar to white bread?! 😳🧐 🐮| Ep. 14
In today’s episode, we discuss the controversial topic of insulin increase seen after whey protein consumption and the click-bait comparison to high carbohydrate white bread. We will discuss the facts and myths as to the effect on your overall health.
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Part 3: Literature Analysis - Whey, Casein, Pea and Soy Protein | Ep. 13
In today’s episode we pull scientific literature and review the different proteins analyzing the effects on lean muscle mass, fat loss, as well as strength (1 RM) for lifting. I do not endorse any specific product nor make medical recommendations. If seeking to start a protein supplement please…
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Part 2: Whey, Casein, Pea and Soy Protein | Ep. 12
In today’s episode we will discuss the fundamentals behind of muscle is formed, the importance of essential amino acids and the different types of milk and non-milk based proteins on the market.
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Part 1: Whey, Casein, Pea and Soy Protein | Ep 11
In today’s episode we discuss the fundamentals behind how muscle is formed, the importance of essential amino acids and the different types of milk and non-milk based proteins on the market
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What is 75 hard? | Ep. 10
In today’s episode I do a deep dive into what 75 hard is, my personal struggles & tips along the way for completing it, and general considerations for anyone interested. The program itself was developed by 1st Phorm CEO Andy Frisella during his own health and wellness journey. As always, please...
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About me | Ep. 9
In today’s episode I describe my journey from graduating pharmacy school at the University of Rhode Island, working in retail pharmacy, completing residency training (PGY1/PGY2), maintaining academia and research and leading up to my current role as a full time Pain Stewardship Pharmacist.…
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Half-time | Ep. 8
In today’s episode we’ll talk about how we’re officially through the halfway point in the year 2023 and entering the 3rd Q, how to check-in and revisit goals as well as some daily organizational skills learned from the Power List by Andy Frisela (CEO of 1st Phorm Supplements).
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What are the Dirty Dozen & Clean Fifteen? | Ep. 7
In today’s episode we discuss what the Dirty Dozen and Clean Fifteen are in terms of pesticides used to grow products! We also mention what it actually means to buy organic and how we shouldn’t shame eachother for bettering our and others health around us!
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The scoop on additive gums in your icecreams/yogurts/milks | Ep. 6
In today’s episode we do a deep dive into the current literature for carrageenan, guar gum and xanthum gum explaining what exactly they are, the safety data and lastly any relevant news headlines we should be aware of.
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Having a partner who aligns with your goals - Mountain Climber/Basecamp analogy | Ep. 5
In this episode we dive into the importance of having a partner who is in alignment with your short and longterm goals and what the downsides are if your partner is not in alignment. We also mention several clips and analogies from The Road Less Traveled by Dr. Scott Peck. Enjoy and feel free to...
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Motivation, Habits and Discipline | Ep. 4
In today’s episode we dive into the main differences between motivation, successful habit formation and finally what it means to be disciplined. Many people in health and wellness cycle through these different moments as they seek to reach goals.
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Macros 101 | Ep. 3
Where does a Calorie originate from? What does it mean on the side of a nutrition label - protein, fat, carbohydrates? Find all of this described in the episode as well as other points on energy expended for digestion, muscle mass and how we are cooking different types of foods
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Why no fast food restaurants have food disclaimers for Obesity, Diabetes and Heart Disease | Ep. 2
In this episode I talk about an interesting concept of how we have shifted to such an extreme caution with recommending exercise to our population in fear of legal consequences if someone is injured in the process. When in reality the consumption of chemically altered, highly pro inflammatory…
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10 Reasons why Alcohol is killing your health goals ☠️☠️☠️🍺🥃 | Ep. 1
Heavy alcohol consumption has negative acute and chronic impacts on muscle synthesis, fat loss, sleep quality and hormone regulation. Understanding the risks and benefits and safely consuming or not drinking at all (if desired) are key to making long lasting gains
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
My name is Matt Hermenau and I’m a pain management pharmacist here in Miami, FL. The intent of this podcast is to provide listeners with objective data and analysis on athletes pain management, mental health, and substance use in all sports (professional and collegiate)
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My name is Matt Hermenau and I’m a pain management pharmacist here in Miami, FL. The intent of this podcast is to provide listeners with objective data and analysis on athletes pain management, mental health, and substance use in all sports (professional and collegiate)
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