Sued and then fired from your last job, and look at you now... That would have crushed a weaker man. We all have our issues, most of us run from them. Keep it up, Matt.
These self-aware "State of the Matt" videos are great. Getting excited about a new thing, shopping, planning, and anticipating the new hobby/obsession, but then moving on before making much progress is a pattern of incompleteness many can relate to. Like past aspirations of road biking at St Petersburg/Clearwater, mountain biking, and sporadic CrossFit. Essential health is so important ! Great update, Matt.
Damn dude. Been following you for a while now, but never wanted to give you a hug more than right now. Rock on man. Thanks for the honesty. That's super rare these days.
Matt, I think the best thing about this plan is that it’s a complete lifestyle change. Not like all those crazy “diets” you used to do, which were so extreme they were guaranteed to fail, this is a real plan that you can stick with. Kudos to see, way to go man.
Been on a similar journey to put my Crohn's in remission and keep it that way. Been happy to keep apprised of the progress. Good to hear you're feeling a bit better.
A fear of a fear is the best way to describe it. There will always be times when it is bad, but knowing that it will eventually pass helps. Challenge your fear. Become comfortable with the uncomfortable and know that you just need to ride the wave of anxiety and it will eventually pass. View every opportunity to drive as an opportunity to become comfortable with feeling uncomfortable. Dont run away from the fear, rather, run towards it. Love the content, keep it coming!
Yeah...it's a pretty common colloquialism. Sometimes people that suffer from obsessive compulsive disorder are also particular and organized, but not always. Most of the people on the show Hoarders also suffer from it. OCD for me has to do with obsessing about a subject, usually medically related and my phobias and fears around it. It used to be very sub conscience, but has become much more forefront as I've gotten older. The goal is to concentrate on what causes it to become so forefront. Stress about money and risk, people around me also cause more worry, and also being unhealthy physically and chemically are all factors that I'm working on improving to help push the OCD tendency into the background.
Been on carnivore since Jan 2019 to help with autoimmune issues with drastic positive results. Got off all the autoimmune meds associated with those issues. The mental positive changes have been tremendous too. Good to see that I'm not the only supplement wildman lol. I don't really workout formally though as I have many, many grueling hobbies that keep me in shape... fixing/modding old cars (actual beaters ;)), remodeling an old house, building things, playing with my kids etc. Glad to see that your business ventures are doing well enough to provide the high quality foods and supplements. Keep fighting!
10k USD for a 1 hour talk with Brecka is bonkers! I have no idea who he is, but with him being a Joe Rogan bro it makes sense that it would be a bit of a grift. But happy to hear that whatever you're doing is working
Hey Matt, not sure if you're still checking comments on this, but for your breathing, consider a CPAP machine for when you're sleeping. You can get a nose pillow mask that forces you to sleep with your mouth closed in order for it to work.
Congrats Matt! Going through my own personal challenges and changes right now. Have lost my confidence lately but have always found yours and the whole OG crew’s accomplishments inspiring. Keep it up!
I'm enjoying seeing the journey as I'm on my own as well. It's great to see what you're doing so I can get pointers as to what I could implement into mine. I tried Mountain Valley Spring Water the other day and it tasted great!
Man, I can't tell you how almost identical my problems are to yours. No two people are the same, but I have had this fear of passing out or "fear of the fear" since I was about 14. I have never been able to articulate or put a finger on what the exact issue was, but you have helped me do that better. I am finally making headway in my own mental/physical health journey, and that is partly thanks to you and you sharing about what is working for you. Appreciate you, Matt.
I was diagnosed with OCD fairly late in life. Thankfulky its been a very long time since i passed out. The last time was at Blood Assurance. Almost happened at the dentist recently. You're doing much better than myself. The anxiety has come back in a crippling way. Most don't get it. Thanks.
I’ve been following you for awhile Matt. You’ve came such a long way. Given your level of OCD and issues you’ve stated you’ve had with anxiety etc, it blows my mind how you were able to quit your “stable” financial advising role and jump into the abyss to start your own business, seemingly from “just” washing cars. That alone would ruin people. I don’t have anxiety, nor OCD, but I don’t know if I’d have the courage to leave my stable job in Medicine to pursue the unknown. Props to you and all your success you’ve had; and of course thanks for sharing the process !
Congratulations Matt! I used to mountain bike a lot and the trails at santos are no joke, especially by the vortex area, If you haven’t been alafia mtb is a great place!
Appreciate all the amazing, stand out content, that you and everyone at OG helps produce. Amazing to have someone you can relate to, in so many different aspects, which is so hard to find in day to day life! For me it’s the combination of both Matt and Mike F.! I’m sure I probably speak for a lot of people here when I say that!
Thanks for sharing all of this, Matt. I always appreciate your humanity and honesty on these topics (and everything else), especially in these days of social media, where anyone can post whatever they want everyone to perceive them to be, but may not actually be in reality. I wish you all the best and nothing but success in your health journey, as well as everything else!
Very helpful stuff. Was on a good path last year, saw 199 lbs on the scale but now I’m struggling mentally with all kind of issues and now back at 230lbs. This is what I need to get back on track. Thanks for everything Matt
I understand the death spiral 'fear of the fear'... Been working on similar situations over the last three years, initially triggered by a bout of antibiotics. I know you have some heredity history with this, but I would recommend really concentrating on your gut microbiome. It sounds like everything you're doing is support of this, I just wanted to reinforce the microbiome aspect as I've learned that a MAJORITY of ALL of our issues start, and end in the gut. Fix it, and maintain it. You need that serotonin factory doing its thing! BTW, I collect MINIs, and have two collector grade I'm scared to drive to even Cars n Coffee... But I have a third beater MINI that I now drive daily... It still gets a car cover, and it really took some mental fortitude to 'let myself' drive a non-perfect vehicle, but man it was liberating when I finally got over it. Enjoying the driving aspect more also. Thanks for candidly sharing your story...
For a period of time in my 20’s I was really into sports science and supplementation so i read a lot. The Fadogia and Tongkat I picked up from Huberman recently and the bodily response after 2 months wasn’t all I hoped so I’ve shelved them for now; similar to what you said about them now in the Optional category. I have found that Ashwaghanda is responding very well for me as an adaptogen and hormone maintainer; I take it before bed. I’ll look into some of those tests you mentioned so I can really dial in my supplementation as I age my 40’s. Continued success, Matt!
Thank you for your transparent approach, some parallells to your life style change, i have had my personal settlement with alcohol, and that was the best decision i have done in years
Great plan. You will dramatically improve your life thru this plan. And you will get a lot of opinions on is carnivore better than keto better than vegan…. Your consistency will be the ticket regardless. Great progress. Happy you posted this video. Your vulnerability is refreshing. Most of us have challenges that we keep inside and we don’t get help. Your video will help others. All the best
Keep an eye on the mole you have on your right bicep. If there has been any recent changes, get it checked. Good job on your health plan btw. From a stage 3 skin cancer survivor in Canada.
Ever worry that the part of you that freaks out is the same part that drives you to do all the things that have brought you success, and if successfully dealt with might kill the drive?
Congrats Matt and best of luck on your journey. Thanks for sharing. Going through something similar. For me... healthy keto, intermittent fasting and daily walking has transformed my life. My two cents add in sardines, kefir and Vital Farms organic and pasture raised eggs. If not Vital Farms pick any organic and pasture raised (not free range). And simplify as much as possible. Shouldn't need 75% of those supplements once diet is dialed in. 🕳️
The first time you passed out at the hospital, it was a trauma which most likely created a soul wound. These traumas are usually what limits someone's life. You can usually tell if someone has suffered from a trauma since they will act out of character in certain situations. The key to healing a soul wound is emotional healing. The Praying Medic has a book called Emotional Healing Made Simple which walks you through the process.
Matt, I am on a similar journey suffering with GAD, social anxiety, and panic disorder. You are not alone! Working out regularly has been life changing! Do you find cold plunging 30 minutes post workout does not inhibit muscle growth for you?
SNF doesn't have many options, but if you're a strip fan, looks for a 'Denver cut' steak - it's typically quite a bit cheaper than strip (but prices are rising as more folks discover the cut), but it's a very similar taste/cut - it's an interesting story why it came to be.
2nd post for this video now that I have watched in entirety. Seems like many of the longevity guru’s believe that Creatine is a proven supplement, didn’t hear you mention this. The ones that I consistently hear are Creatine, omega 3 and a multi vitamin to catch the rest… I have started taking Creatine, seems that it is making me hold weight - most reviews state that it should not but that has been my experience. I do like Peter Attia’s approach- if not listen to his podcast it may be one you find interesting. The SRF meat is expensive! But I may try it out. What are you cooking on? We recently purchased a Blackstone, cooked my first steak and it was very good. Matt hope you keep posting on your approach and learnings, I find it helpful to see what others are doing. You look fantastic. All the best.
I emailed Matt about my TRT experiences…I know it’s not for everyone. Curious if anyone else on here is taking TRT? I just turned 48 beginning of July, TRT definitely has helped with fatigue, mental clarity, joint and muscle soreness, and more.
Matt, I did some digging because I really like the happy eggs too, unfortunately they say in their FAQ on their website that they are feeding them corn and soy which is unfortunate, vital farms is saying the chickens are primarily pasture raised so they eat naturally occurring stuff however even they say they supplement with „unprocessed corn and soy“
The only way to know if suppliments are effective is to do blood work, to see if youre reaching the right levels. Also researching outside of the common guidelines esp supplimenting wit D3 and C significantly above guidelines, but you have to know what youre doing. This is such a broad topic. Good luck with your plan Matt. Ps. Get rid of all the white flour, it causes glucose spikes. Only wholemeal bread or old grains, genetically unmodified, which might be hard in the US. Buy the best organic food you can.
I have a testosterone pellet… that doctor got me on biote brand supplements. Not sure if they’re trash or not but most of their stuff is methylated. I’ll have to do some research now you opened my eyes to a lot in this video thanks.
Hey Matt, I’ve skimmed the comments to save you from answering this similar question again but did not see anything within the same realm so I thought I’d shoot you the question. You are driven by the “hunt” of the best processes, equipment, etc. Obviously we humans are all unique with different processes that work for us but as an expert in your game, could you give me the 30,000 ft view of how you approach your researching? Reason why I ask is because I am a similar age to you and have noticed me slacking on keeping up with aging, has taken a toll. I’m not overweight but the stamina has suffered along with some other things. I’d like to use your well tested approach of researching things and use it to find a routine for myself for nutrition, exercise plan and also some other things surrounding the physical fitness area. Thanks for any help you can provide and I appreciate all the effort you put in to your responses, even with so many subscribers. Excellent work, Matt!
Man...that's long one. I basically live most of my waking moments taking in information, so it's not just one thing that I could type out. Let's just say, I spend a lot of time on my laptop.
Careful not to take Huberman's word as gospel--read the papers he discusses yourself. He takes surprisingly great liberties with the results of underpowered or poorly designed studies. As an engineer and someone who has both published in a scientific journal and peer-reviewed for others, I'm surprised with how willing he is to go all-in on the results from these types of studies.
I fear Gary Brecka more. Some of the things he touts is not only completely made up but I feel he is more fear mongering which plays well with people like Matt.
Matt, im working on another post or email for you too & need to finish your vid & comments out of curiosity, but more importantly, some stuff you must look into. I am basically in your shoes, but a million times worse. But as some smartazz once said, A Shoemaker With No Shoes.🙄 Anyway, This is the 3rd time I've heard this about Hubberman! First from my sister, who i think is the smartest person in the world , lol, as I'm the smartest person I know, or, was! 😕 My sister is a Research Librarian at a Univ for MDs & RNs ect, & I remember her speaking about Hubberman & her students who follow him, but she said he speaks of incomplete science, however, I would still consider his views as possible & valid , untested, but plausible, maybe... she likes it when he has experts on to interview, but shouldn't be talking about some stuff being out of some small obscure office at Stamford. When she said this I laughed & thought of Dr. Peter Venkman getting kicked out of his Univ in the beginning of Ghostbusters l.😂 She said: "But usually it’s just him bloviating wth out the authority to sell supplements I guess".but says she likes it when he has experts on. She sent me this really goid article critiquing Heuberman: See Slate Magazine 3/27/24 by Andrea Love So, Should You Trust Andrew Huberman?
I love the rejection of A G 1, not because I dislike the company, but just because you're not a fool to the hype. That's 3x of my trusted online resources who have dismissed it. Carnivore has worked for me in the past, but it's so expensive to follow living in Australia, which has almost the highest rates of inflation in the developed world.
Be sure they draw it while you’re laying down, have a full stomach if it’s allowed, and most importantly DO NOT look at your arm while they draw. I’ve made that mistake only 1 time. Maybe put a podcast on in the background so you don’t need to hear the nurse swap out the vials. I’m very squeamish to blood and this is what worked best for me.
Bravo on making this video, lawn care nut said you and I are very similar and now I know it's true since I don't know you. Keep going, I'm trying to do the same.
We have a very similar story and we are on an eerily similar plan. I recently had a breakthrough when I started 20/4 intermittent fasting. Eating chicken liver and a supplement called Clearvite-GL (K-118) has really helped with my MTHFR gene mutation. I saw a real benefit from taking collagen as well. You can get a case discount on the Mountain Valley spring water if you have a local Sprouts. I think I pay $30 a case. To the viewers.... any competent functional health doctor can do what Gary Brecka claims to do. Thanks for sharing your health jorney.
Really glad you are taking this thing head on. My only concern is taking so many different things at once. I have worked in formulation and process development for pharma for over 20 years and all drugs including supplements have a risk(side effect)/benefit. I also dabbled in the supplement area for a time and the lack of actual data is pretty scary and many people just feel they are completely safe. I feel we are all looking for that thing that will just solve the issue and honestly I don’t think it’s gonna be a pill. I realize pills have helped many but I have seen data many times where it helps some and does nothing to others. The biological variability is huge. It’s all just one big experiment. I have seen many people and done it myself, going from this thing to that trying to solve the problem. In my life the supplements have either done nothing or have caused some unwanted side effects.. Honestly, I think just eating healthy, exercise and talking about your issues (therapy, friends/family) works the best. And please don’t take this as a negative comment on your program. I am no doctor. I am a believer if something is working keep doing it, but I also know the experiment goes on. Good luck.
You are not alone Matt. Have you seen Dr. Ken Berry on youtube? He talks about The Proper Human Diet (carnivore) and blood test and such. Good stuff. Also Dr. Anthony Chaffee.
Have you tried seed? I found it to be a great probiotic for gut health and daily bowel movements. I do agree with the athletic greens, it’s expensive, tastes disgusting and who knows how much of that the body absorb.
Any plans to try EWOT or PEMF? 10x said those two are huge along with Red light. I have tried red light and it's def a game changer so plan on trying PEMF next.
Great update Matt. Thanks. I’m the guy who emailed you about folic acid last year and I have some of the same gene breaks as you. I need to email you again to give you an update on my journey and my supplement list and routine.
I can't thank you enough for that. I think since that email I've had maybe 2 or 3 things in an entire year that had enriched something in it. It has helped me immensely cutting that out.
Very delayed comment, long time follower though. I have had a few different strength coaches with very impressive backgrounds (Division 1, MLB, NFL) and their advice for improving anything body weight related, such as pull ups, HSPU, etc. was to just lose weight. For weightlifting it takes mass to move mass, but for body weight or calisthenics exercise you just want to be light and strong.
Would be great if you broke down how much you spent monthly on each category. Like supplements, food, water. Pardon my multiple comments. Commented anytime I thought of something while I watched the video.
I love this video. Thank you for the update and it makes me extremely happy you chose to continue carnivore. I’d love to treat you to a steak one day. 🥩
Matt, you need to look into grass fed grass FINISHED beef. Otherwise you’re eating GMO corn-fed beef, which has no nutritional value. I’ve been using Butcher Box delivery. Not promoting them, you can choose your own brand, but “grass fed” means nothing, the FDA allows (paid off) one blade of grass to suffice as grass fed. Good luck with your transition away from OCD anxiety. It’s completely possible!!
I usually don't like the taste of grass-fed only. Not all grains are modified. That being said. SRF is so darn good I wonder about the health quality of it. I may head down the path again and try some other beef providers.
Matt, weight alone is not an accurate indicator of changes in body composition. Lean muscle mass alone melts fat and so should be your primary goal, improving strength, as opposed to attempting to maximize the actual ratio between body mass and body fat. Towards achieving this, online research reveals more accurate methods for calculating these changes in lean muscle mass which are more accurate than traditional skinfold caliper tests or body fat percentage measurements: 1. Dual-Energy X-ray Absorptiometry (DEXA) Scans. Advantages: High precision, detailed regional analysis (e.g., arms, legs, trunk). Limitations: Expensive, requires specialized equipment and trained personnel, exposure to low levels of radiation. 2. Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis (BIA). Advantages: Quick, non-invasive, and widely available. Limitations: Results can be affected by hydration levels, food intake, and other factors. Less accurate than DEXA. 3. Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) and Computed Tomography (CT) Scans. Advantages: Extremely accurate, can measure specific muscle groups. Limitations: Very expensive, not typically used for routine monitoring, requires specialized equipment. 4. Ultrasound. Advantages: Non-invasive, portable, no radiation, relatively cost-effective. Limitations: Requires skill to obtain accurate measurements, results can be operator-dependent. 5. Hydrostatic Weighing (Underwater Weighing). Advantages: Once considered a gold standard, fairly accurate. Limitations: Requires access to specialized equipment, uncomfortable for some individuals, less practical for routine use. 6. Air Displacement Plethysmography (Bod Pod). Advantages: Non-invasive, quick, and comfortable. Limitations: Expensive, requires specialized equipment. 7. Creatine (3-Methylhistidine) Excretion. Advantages: Provides insight into muscle metabolism. Limitations: Indirect measure, requires laboratory analysis, influenced by diet. 8. Muscle Circumference Measurements. Advantages: Simple, inexpensive, can be done at home. Limitations: Only provides information on muscle size, not composition. Muscle growth can sometimes be accompanied by fat gain, which might skew results. 9. Functional Strength Tests. Advantages: Directly relevant to performance, simple to implement. Limitations: Gains in strength don't always correlate with increases in muscle mass, as neural adaptations also play a significant role. 10. Photographic and Visual Assessment. Advantages: Simple, non-invasive, useful for personal tracking. Limitations: Subjective, lighting and angles can affect appearance, does not provide quantitative data. 11. Body Composition Software Tools. Advantages: Accessible, non-invasive, some can integrate with wearable devices. Limitations: Accuracy depends on the quality of the input data and the algorithm used. Thanks for the video.
Hi Matt, I won’t debate you on whether carnivore diet is a good idea or not but just as a insurance policy, add a colon cancer screen to your annual review and we both win.
@@jmorr81 Matt makes lot of helpful/useless info. Hard to hate someone who you watched and learned from in over a decade. Nowadays most of it is sales pitch/showoff content.
would be very good for you to incorporate green vegetables into your diet! Yes I don't like vegetables either! but they are essential for health have you tried fat free yogurts like natural skyr ?
I haven't noticed any difference since I stopped choking down vegetables. Fat free anything is also probably not a good idea. The more fat, the better.
@@ObsessedGarage Some people have trouble with lot fat food like me ! strongly recommended a regular blood test! you will be able to adjust your deficiencies with the doctor's recommendations
I tried that once based on medical advice. It was the worst I'd ever felt in my life. That medication made me feel like I was near death. It was not a solution.
@@ObsessedGarageThey may have put you on too high a dose. I have gone through a very similar journey to you and 10mg of propranolol 2x/day has made a huge difference. I’ll have a panic trigger occur, will be able to see a panic attack brewing, but then it never manifests. It’s amazing. It puts a cap on how panicky I can get and it’s like 5/10, which is manageable. A doctor had me up it to 20mg 2x/day (in an attempt to control migraines) and it made me feel like death.
@@ObsessedGarage I had similar effects with some other medications. It’s interesting to hear others’ experiences and how we can learn from them. I’m stoked you’re getting it figured out. It sucks that this stuff takes so long to treat properly.
There is no magic pill. All of what you’re doing may flatten the peaks, but you’re expecting some magic combination of exercise and supplements to “fix” you. The truth is until you shift your mindset nothing will resolve the issue. You’re not respecting the power of thought and working to disrupt the negative patterns fixated on an imagined disaster scenario. Your fears are no different than the losers in the comment section that spew bs about you and your business - it has no ground to stand on.
You clearly have not experienced what I have. If it were that easy, I would have done it. Everything I just explained is not some magic pill. I've been working on this diligently for many years. What I shared in this video in one component of a whole lot of work included how I think.
@@ObsessedGarage I will never claim it’s easy. I’ve dealt with anxiety most of my life. It takes constant work. In my experience, plans like this are a distraction.
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Sued and then fired from your last job, and look at you now... That would have crushed a weaker man. We all have our issues, most of us run from them. Keep it up, Matt.
what he get sued and fired for?
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These self-aware "State of the Matt" videos are great. Getting excited about a new thing, shopping, planning, and anticipating the new hobby/obsession, but then moving on before making much progress is a pattern of incompleteness many can relate to. Like past aspirations of road biking at St Petersburg/Clearwater, mountain biking, and sporadic CrossFit. Essential health is so important ! Great update, Matt.
Damn dude. Been following you for a while now, but never wanted to give you a hug more than right now.
Rock on man. Thanks for the honesty. That's super rare these days.
Ha, ha... Thanks man.
Matt, I think the best thing about this plan is that it’s a complete lifestyle change. Not like all those crazy “diets” you used to do, which were so extreme they were guaranteed to fail, this is a real plan that you can stick with. Kudos to see, way to go man.
I'm no dieting expert, but isn't carnivore quite intense?
@rasmuspoulsen5320 I certainly couldn't go thru a day just eating a steak at at 7pm
Been on a similar journey to put my Crohn's in remission and keep it that way. Been happy to keep apprised of the progress. Good to hear you're feeling a bit better.
Proud of you brother!
I can't believe RUclips hasn't been showing me these videos. OG has been a great contribution to my life. Love from UK
A fear of a fear is the best way to describe it. There will always be times when it is bad, but knowing that it will eventually pass helps.
Challenge your fear. Become comfortable with the uncomfortable and know that you just need to ride the wave of anxiety and it will eventually pass. View every opportunity to drive as an opportunity to become comfortable with feeling uncomfortable. Dont run away from the fear, rather, run towards it.
Love the content, keep it coming!
I suffer from OCD slighty,my biggest problem is everything at work and my personal life has to be perfect and presentable!
@@WillieBeamin-t4v These days anybody that likes organization or perfection believes they are OCD.
Yeah...it's a pretty common colloquialism. Sometimes people that suffer from obsessive compulsive disorder are also particular and organized, but not always. Most of the people on the show Hoarders also suffer from it. OCD for me has to do with obsessing about a subject, usually medically related and my phobias and fears around it. It used to be very sub conscience, but has become much more forefront as I've gotten older. The goal is to concentrate on what causes it to become so forefront. Stress about money and risk, people around me also cause more worry, and also being unhealthy physically and chemically are all factors that I'm working on improving to help push the OCD tendency into the background.
stoked for you Matt, I can see the energy more in the videos as well. Whatever you're doing its translating. Best of luck on the road to 200.
Been on carnivore since Jan 2019 to help with autoimmune issues with drastic positive results. Got off all the autoimmune meds associated with those issues. The mental positive changes have been tremendous too. Good to see that I'm not the only supplement wildman lol. I don't really workout formally though as I have many, many grueling hobbies that keep me in shape... fixing/modding old cars (actual beaters ;)), remodeling an old house, building things, playing with my kids etc. Glad to see that your business ventures are doing well enough to provide the high quality foods and supplements. Keep fighting!
10k USD for a 1 hour talk with Brecka is bonkers! I have no idea who he is, but with him being a Joe Rogan bro it makes sense that it would be a bit of a grift. But happy to hear that whatever you're doing is working
Nothing short of a scam I say to ask for 10k for 1h consultation.
Hey Matt, not sure if you're still checking comments on this, but for your breathing, consider a CPAP machine for when you're sleeping. You can get a nose pillow mask that forces you to sleep with your mouth closed in order for it to work.
Congrats Matt! Going through my own personal challenges and changes right now. Have lost my confidence lately but have always found yours and the whole OG crew’s accomplishments inspiring. Keep it up!
I'm enjoying seeing the journey as I'm on my own as well. It's great to see what you're doing so I can get pointers as to what I could implement into mine. I tried Mountain Valley Spring Water the other day and it tasted great!
Matt, thank you for being vulnerable and transparent. I truly enjoy your channel.
Man, I can't tell you how almost identical my problems are to yours. No two people are the same, but I have had this fear of passing out or "fear of the fear" since I was about 14. I have never been able to articulate or put a finger on what the exact issue was, but you have helped me do that better. I am finally making headway in my own mental/physical health journey, and that is partly thanks to you and you sharing about what is working for you. Appreciate you, Matt.
I was diagnosed with OCD fairly late in life. Thankfulky its been a very long time since i passed out. The last time was at Blood Assurance. Almost happened at the dentist recently. You're doing much better than myself. The anxiety has come back in a crippling way. Most don't get it. Thanks.
Great to see you enjoying the results of the Carnivore diet. It has made a huge impact on my health for sure. Keep on getting after it! Looking great.
I’ve been following you for awhile Matt. You’ve came such a long way. Given your level of OCD and issues you’ve stated you’ve had with anxiety etc, it blows my mind how you were able to quit your “stable” financial advising role and jump into the abyss to start your own business, seemingly from “just” washing cars. That alone would ruin people. I don’t have anxiety, nor OCD, but I don’t know if I’d have the courage to leave my stable job in Medicine to pursue the unknown. Props to you and all your success you’ve had; and of course thanks for sharing the process !
Congratulations Matt! I used to mountain bike a lot and the trails at santos are no joke, especially by the vortex area, If you haven’t been alafia mtb is a great place!
Appreciate all the amazing, stand out content, that you and everyone at OG helps produce. Amazing to have someone you can relate to, in so many different aspects, which is so hard to find in day to day life! For me it’s the combination of both Matt and Mike F.!
I’m sure I probably speak for a lot of people here when I say that!
Thanks for sharing all of this, Matt. I always appreciate your humanity and honesty on these topics (and everything else), especially in these days of social media, where anyone can post whatever they want everyone to perceive them to be, but may not actually be in reality. I wish you all the best and nothing but success in your health journey, as well as everything else!
Matt
Kudos for fighting to get your health right!
Congrats Matt...progress is always such a good thing.
Very helpful stuff. Was on a good path last year, saw 199 lbs on the scale but now I’m struggling mentally with all kind of issues and now back at 230lbs. This is what I need to get back on track.
Thanks for everything Matt
Heck yeah! Let's do it.
I understand the death spiral 'fear of the fear'... Been working on similar situations over the last three years, initially triggered by a bout of antibiotics. I know you have some heredity history with this, but I would recommend really concentrating on your gut microbiome. It sounds like everything you're doing is support of this, I just wanted to reinforce the microbiome aspect as I've learned that a MAJORITY of ALL of our issues start, and end in the gut. Fix it, and maintain it. You need that serotonin factory doing its thing!
BTW, I collect MINIs, and have two collector grade I'm scared to drive to even Cars n Coffee... But I have a third beater MINI that I now drive daily... It still gets a car cover, and it really took some mental fortitude to 'let myself' drive a non-perfect vehicle, but man it was liberating when I finally got over it. Enjoying the driving aspect more also.
Thanks for candidly sharing your story...
Great video Matt. Appreciate you opening up always and being honest with us
For a period of time in my 20’s I was really into sports science and supplementation so i read a lot. The Fadogia and Tongkat I picked up from Huberman recently and the bodily response after 2 months wasn’t all I hoped so I’ve shelved them for now; similar to what you said about them now in the Optional category. I have found that Ashwaghanda is responding very well for me as an adaptogen and hormone maintainer; I take it before bed. I’ll look into some of those tests you mentioned so I can really dial in my supplementation as I age my 40’s. Continued success, Matt!
Maybe your best video. Thank you for sharing your story and journey.
Thank you for your transparent approach, some parallells to your life style change, i have had my personal settlement with alcohol, and that was the best decision i have done in years
Nice to finally find water that comes in the 5 gallon size but in glass. I didn't think anyone offered it. Thanks for sharing.
Good to see ya Matt.
Great plan. You will dramatically improve your life thru this plan. And you will get a lot of opinions on is carnivore better than keto better than vegan…. Your consistency will be the ticket regardless. Great progress. Happy you posted this video. Your vulnerability is refreshing. Most of us have challenges that we keep inside and we don’t get help. Your video will help others. All the best
Keep an eye on the mole you have on your right bicep. If there has been any recent changes, get it checked. Good job on your health plan btw.
From a stage 3 skin cancer survivor in Canada.
Ever worry that the part of you that freaks out is the same part that drives you to do all the things that have brought you success, and if successfully dealt with might kill the drive?
You nailed it. Don't want to throw the baby out with the bath water.
“There is no fear in perfect love”
Grace vs. law
Blessings of freedom and joy to you, Matthew
Congrats Matt and best of luck on your journey. Thanks for sharing. Going through something similar. For me... healthy keto, intermittent fasting and daily walking has transformed my life. My two cents add in sardines, kefir and Vital Farms organic and pasture raised eggs. If not Vital Farms pick any organic and pasture raised (not free range). And simplify as much as possible. Shouldn't need 75% of those supplements once diet is dialed in. 🕳️
Amazing progress man!
I cant wait to see a video in the future of you smiling and driving your GT3RS! keep up the work! You got this.
The first time you passed out at the hospital, it was a trauma which most likely created a soul wound. These traumas are usually what limits someone's life. You can usually tell if someone has suffered from a trauma since they will act out of character in certain situations. The key to healing a soul wound is emotional healing. The Praying Medic has a book called Emotional Healing Made Simple which walks you through the process.
Keep up the great work, Matt!
Matt, I am on a similar journey suffering with GAD, social anxiety, and panic disorder. You are not alone! Working out regularly has been life changing!
Do you find cold plunging 30 minutes post workout does not inhibit muscle growth for you?
It doesn't seem to hurt it for me. It helps with soreness though.
I thought this was going to be a boring video, but I found it interesting & informative instead. Keep it up, you're doing great.
SNF doesn't have many options, but if you're a strip fan, looks for a 'Denver cut' steak - it's typically quite a bit cheaper than strip (but prices are rising as more folks discover the cut), but it's a very similar taste/cut - it's an interesting story why it came to be.
2nd post for this video now that I have watched in entirety. Seems like many of the longevity guru’s believe that Creatine is a proven supplement, didn’t hear you mention this. The ones that I consistently hear are Creatine, omega 3 and a multi vitamin to catch the rest… I have started taking Creatine, seems that it is making me hold weight - most reviews state that it should not but that has been my experience. I do like Peter Attia’s approach- if not listen to his podcast it may be one you find interesting. The SRF meat is expensive! But I may try it out. What are you cooking on? We recently purchased a Blackstone, cooked my first steak and it was very good. Matt hope you keep posting on your approach and learnings, I find it helpful to see what others are doing. You look fantastic. All the best.
Best of luck, Matt.
Great work Matt, and keep it up
Best wishes on this journey, Matt. 👍
I emailed Matt about my TRT experiences…I know it’s not for everyone. Curious if anyone else on here is taking TRT? I just turned 48 beginning of July, TRT definitely has helped with fatigue, mental clarity, joint and muscle soreness, and more.
The soul is the happiest when the mind and body work together
Amen
Excellent, Matt.
Matt, I did some digging because I really like the happy eggs too, unfortunately they say in their FAQ on their website that they are feeding them corn and soy which is unfortunate, vital farms is saying the chickens are primarily pasture raised so they eat naturally occurring stuff however even they say they supplement with „unprocessed corn and soy“
Dang...I really like those.
The only way to know if suppliments are effective is to do blood work, to see if youre reaching the right levels. Also researching outside of the common guidelines esp supplimenting wit D3 and C significantly above guidelines, but you have to know what youre doing. This is such a broad topic. Good luck with your plan Matt. Ps. Get rid of all the white flour, it causes glucose spikes. Only wholemeal bread or old grains, genetically unmodified, which might be hard in the US. Buy the best organic food you can.
Yeah, I know that. Bloodwork and driving are my two current hang ups. I'm hoping to get over it as I keep working this.
Been waiting for this update.
I have a testosterone pellet… that doctor got me on biote brand supplements. Not sure if they’re trash or not but most of their stuff is methylated. I’ll have to do some research now you opened my eyes to a lot in this video thanks.
The magic you are looking for is in the work you are avoiding.
Hey Matt,
I’ve skimmed the comments to save you from answering this similar question again but did not see anything within the same realm so I thought I’d shoot you the question. You are driven by the “hunt” of the best processes, equipment, etc. Obviously we humans are all unique with different processes that work for us but as an expert in your game, could you give me the 30,000 ft view of how you approach your researching? Reason why I ask is because I am a similar age to you and have noticed me slacking on keeping up with aging, has taken a toll. I’m not overweight but the stamina has suffered along with some other things. I’d like to use your well tested approach of researching things and use it to find a routine for myself for nutrition, exercise plan and also some other things surrounding the physical fitness area. Thanks for any help you can provide and I appreciate all the effort you put in to your responses, even with so many subscribers. Excellent work, Matt!
Man...that's long one. I basically live most of my waking moments taking in information, so it's not just one thing that I could type out. Let's just say, I spend a lot of time on my laptop.
Careful not to take Huberman's word as gospel--read the papers he discusses yourself. He takes surprisingly great liberties with the results of underpowered or poorly designed studies. As an engineer and someone who has both published in a scientific journal and peer-reviewed for others, I'm surprised with how willing he is to go all-in on the results from these types of studies.
I fear Gary Brecka more. Some of the things he touts is not only completely made up but I feel he is more fear mongering which plays well with people like Matt.
Matt, im working on another post or email for you too & need to finish your vid & comments out of curiosity, but more importantly, some stuff you must look into. I am basically in your shoes, but a million times worse. But as some smartazz once said, A Shoemaker With No Shoes.🙄
Anyway,
This is the 3rd time I've heard this about Hubberman! First from my sister, who i think is the smartest person in the world , lol, as I'm the smartest person I know, or, was! 😕
My sister is a Research Librarian at a Univ for MDs & RNs ect, & I remember her speaking about Hubberman & her students who follow him, but she said he speaks of incomplete science, however, I would still consider his views as possible & valid , untested, but plausible, maybe...
she likes it when he has experts on to interview, but shouldn't be talking about some stuff being out of some small obscure office at Stamford. When she said this I laughed & thought of Dr. Peter Venkman getting kicked out of his Univ in the beginning of Ghostbusters l.😂
She said:
"But usually it’s just him bloviating
wth out the authority to sell supplements I guess".but says she likes it when he has experts on.
She sent me this really goid article critiquing Heuberman:
See Slate Magazine 3/27/24
by Andrea Love
So, Should You Trust Andrew Huberman?
For those interested, an alternative to Carlson’s fish oil is the Nordic Naturals brand.
I love the rejection of A G 1, not because I dislike the company, but just because you're not a fool to the hype. That's 3x of my trusted online resources who have dismissed it. Carnivore has worked for me in the past, but it's so expensive to follow living in Australia, which has almost the highest rates of inflation in the developed world.
What I do with the blood test is only order a couple test at a time. Im fine with a quick couple of vials
I wish I was too. The blood draw is the ultimate trigger and fear for me.
Be sure they draw it while you’re laying down, have a full stomach if it’s allowed, and most importantly DO NOT look at your arm while they draw. I’ve made that mistake only 1 time. Maybe put a podcast on in the background so you don’t need to hear the nurse swap out the vials. I’m very squeamish to blood and this is what worked best for me.
Bravo on making this video, lawn care nut said you and I are very similar and now I know it's true since I don't know you. Keep going, I'm trying to do the same.
We have a very similar story and we are on an eerily similar plan. I recently had a breakthrough when I started 20/4 intermittent fasting. Eating chicken liver and a supplement called Clearvite-GL (K-118) has really helped with my MTHFR gene mutation. I saw a real benefit from taking collagen as well. You can get a case discount on the Mountain Valley spring water if you have a local Sprouts. I think I pay $30 a case. To the viewers.... any competent functional health doctor can do what Gary Brecka claims to do.
Thanks for sharing your health jorney.
I cycle fodasia and tongkat and i can tell a difference on and off cycle. Its a simple morning test if you know what I mean.
Really glad you are taking this thing head on. My only concern is taking so many different things at once. I have worked in formulation and process development for pharma for over 20 years and all drugs including supplements have a risk(side effect)/benefit. I also dabbled in the supplement area for a time and the lack of actual data is pretty scary and many people just feel they are completely safe. I feel we are all looking for that thing that will just solve the issue and honestly I don’t think it’s gonna be a pill. I realize pills have helped many but I have seen data many times where it helps some and does nothing to others. The biological variability is huge. It’s all just one big experiment. I have seen many people and done it myself, going from this thing to that trying to solve the problem. In my life the supplements have either done nothing or have caused some unwanted side effects.. Honestly, I think just eating healthy, exercise and talking about your issues (therapy, friends/family) works the best. And please don’t take this as a negative comment on your program. I am no doctor. I am a believer if something is working keep doing it, but I also know the experiment goes on. Good luck.
You are not alone Matt. Have you seen Dr. Ken Berry on youtube? He talks about The Proper Human Diet (carnivore) and blood test and such. Good stuff. Also Dr. Anthony Chaffee.
I second that.
I have. I've watched a bunch of stuff from both. Super helpful.
Have you tried seed? I found it to be a great probiotic for gut health and daily bowel movements. I do agree with the athletic greens, it’s expensive, tastes disgusting and who knows how much of that the body absorb.
Any plans to try EWOT or PEMF? 10x said those two are huge along with Red light. I have tried red light and it's def a game changer so plan on trying PEMF next.
I've thought about it, but I haven't dug in to deeply. My next thing is sauna.
Great update Matt. Thanks. I’m the guy who emailed you about folic acid last year and I have some of the same gene breaks as you. I need to email you again to give you an update on my journey and my supplement list and routine.
I can't thank you enough for that. I think since that email I've had maybe 2 or 3 things in an entire year that had enriched something in it. It has helped me immensely cutting that out.
Are you referring to mthfr stuff?
Very delayed comment, long time follower though. I have had a few different strength coaches with very impressive backgrounds (Division 1, MLB, NFL) and their advice for improving anything body weight related, such as pull ups, HSPU, etc. was to just lose weight.
For weightlifting it takes mass to move mass, but for body weight or calisthenics exercise you just want to be light and strong.
Let's go peptides and see some epic gains. You can afford it.
Would be great if you broke down how much you spent monthly on each category. Like supplements, food, water.
Pardon my multiple comments. Commented anytime I thought of something while I watched the video.
That’s a good idea.
I love this video. Thank you for the update and it makes me extremely happy you chose to continue carnivore. I’d love to treat you to a steak one day. 🥩
Matty, great job on your weight. Lean and mean. 219 suits you well.
Keep fighting
Matt, you need to look into grass fed grass FINISHED beef. Otherwise you’re eating GMO corn-fed beef, which has no nutritional value.
I’ve been using Butcher Box delivery.
Not promoting them, you can choose your own brand, but “grass fed” means nothing, the FDA allows (paid off) one blade of grass to suffice as grass fed.
Good luck with your transition away from OCD anxiety. It’s completely possible!!
I usually don't like the taste of grass-fed only. Not all grains are modified. That being said. SRF is so darn good I wonder about the health quality of it. I may head down the path again and try some other beef providers.
As far as eggs go, you ordered the correct ones. Free range is the correct term to look for. Cage free and organic doesnt mean anything.
Try a nice joint or weed cookie should take the edge off of driving
Matt, do you have issues with AG1 causing bloating?
I didn't have any issues with it.
CARNIVORE +++++++
Ha, ha... I've had a few of those days this past year.
Matt, weight alone is not an accurate indicator of changes in body composition. Lean muscle mass alone melts fat and so should be your primary goal, improving strength, as opposed to attempting to maximize the actual ratio between body mass and body fat. Towards achieving this, online research reveals more accurate methods for calculating these changes in lean muscle mass which are more accurate than traditional skinfold caliper tests or body fat percentage measurements:
1. Dual-Energy X-ray Absorptiometry (DEXA) Scans.
Advantages: High precision, detailed regional analysis (e.g., arms, legs, trunk). Limitations: Expensive, requires specialized equipment and trained personnel, exposure to low levels of radiation.
2. Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis (BIA).
Advantages: Quick, non-invasive, and widely available.
Limitations: Results can be affected by hydration levels, food intake, and other factors. Less accurate than DEXA.
3. Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) and Computed Tomography (CT) Scans. Advantages: Extremely accurate, can measure specific muscle groups. Limitations: Very expensive, not typically used for routine monitoring, requires specialized equipment.
4. Ultrasound.
Advantages: Non-invasive, portable, no radiation, relatively cost-effective. Limitations: Requires skill to obtain accurate measurements, results can be operator-dependent.
5. Hydrostatic Weighing (Underwater Weighing).
Advantages: Once considered a gold standard, fairly accurate. Limitations: Requires access to specialized equipment, uncomfortable for some individuals, less practical for routine use.
6. Air Displacement Plethysmography (Bod Pod).
Advantages: Non-invasive, quick, and comfortable. Limitations: Expensive, requires specialized equipment.
7. Creatine (3-Methylhistidine) Excretion.
Advantages: Provides insight into muscle metabolism. Limitations: Indirect measure, requires laboratory analysis, influenced by diet.
8. Muscle Circumference Measurements.
Advantages: Simple, inexpensive, can be done at home. Limitations: Only provides information on muscle size, not composition. Muscle growth can sometimes be accompanied by fat gain, which might skew results.
9. Functional Strength Tests.
Advantages: Directly relevant to performance, simple to implement. Limitations: Gains in strength don't always correlate with increases in muscle mass, as neural adaptations also play a significant role.
10. Photographic and Visual Assessment.
Advantages: Simple, non-invasive, useful for personal tracking. Limitations: Subjective, lighting and angles can affect appearance, does not provide quantitative data.
11. Body Composition Software Tools.
Advantages: Accessible, non-invasive, some can integrate with wearable devices. Limitations: Accuracy depends on the quality of the input data and the algorithm used.
Thanks for the video.
Matt what was the best cognitive enhancement for you carnivore or methylfolate? I have mthfr too and i can't focus well.
have you considered using a CPAP machine. heard alot of benefits from using it during sleep
I sure hope I never need that thing.
@@ObsessedGarage says every person that needs a CPAP machine
Hi Matt,
I won’t debate you on whether carnivore diet is a good idea or not but just as a insurance policy, add a colon cancer screen to your annual review and we both win.
Need to check out Bryan Johnson and his protocol
Will do.
Why the switch from Keto to Carnivore? Im doing Keto now
Elimination diets like this are much easier for me. I hate vegetables anyway.
How do you measure the body fat and what scale do you use?
Inbody H20
Matt will be on JRE soon
@@1thechosenjuan1 sorry it was more of a prediction.
When is the watch collection video?
Ha, ha... Probably never. I already have enough haters.
@@ObsessedGaragehaters never stopped you before))
They’re going to hate anyway, might as well give them a reason.
@@jmorr81 Matt makes lot of helpful/useless info. Hard to hate someone who you watched and learned from in over a decade. Nowadays most of it is sales pitch/showoff content.
hawking supplements now. wow.
What? No
I think getting some spiritual guidance would help too
would be very good for you to incorporate green vegetables into your diet! Yes I don't like vegetables either! but they are essential for health
have you tried fat free yogurts like natural skyr ?
I haven't noticed any difference since I stopped choking down vegetables. Fat free anything is also probably not a good idea. The more fat, the better.
@@ObsessedGarage Some people have trouble with lot fat food like me !
strongly recommended a regular blood test! you will be able to adjust your deficiencies with the doctor's recommendations
Keep it up, you do you.
I take fluvox 25mg once a day
Hey look! It’s the safe for the fat stacks of cash and weapons!
For your VV response, did they ever try to put you on beta blockers?
I tried that once based on medical advice. It was the worst I'd ever felt in my life. That medication made me feel like I was near death. It was not a solution.
@@ObsessedGarageThey may have put you on too high a dose. I have gone through a very similar journey to you and 10mg of propranolol 2x/day has made a huge difference. I’ll have a panic trigger occur, will be able to see a panic attack brewing, but then it never manifests. It’s amazing. It puts a cap on how panicky I can get and it’s like 5/10, which is manageable. A doctor had me up it to 20mg 2x/day (in an attempt to control migraines) and it made me feel like death.
@@ObsessedGarage I had similar effects with some other medications. It’s interesting to hear others’ experiences and how we can learn from them. I’m stoked you’re getting it figured out. It sucks that this stuff takes so long to treat properly.
Anyone know how Tall Matt is? Trying to gauge height/weight metrics
6'2"
There is no magic pill. All of what you’re doing may flatten the peaks, but you’re expecting some magic combination of exercise and supplements to “fix” you. The truth is until you shift your mindset nothing will resolve the issue. You’re not respecting the power of thought and working to disrupt the negative patterns fixated on an imagined disaster scenario. Your fears are no different than the losers in the comment section that spew bs about you and your business - it has no ground to stand on.
You clearly have not experienced what I have. If it were that easy, I would have done it. Everything I just explained is not some magic pill. I've been working on this diligently for many years. What I shared in this video in one component of a whole lot of work included how I think.
@@ObsessedGarage I will never claim it’s easy. I’ve dealt with anxiety most of my life. It takes constant work. In my experience, plans like this are a distraction.
It make you wonder how we coped when we were Hunter gatherers