High Performance Longevity

#130 Reverse Dieting, Raw Food, Enzymes, Weight Loss, Amino Acids: Everything You Should Know | Wade Lightheart @ BiOptimizers


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On this episode of Mind Body Peak Performance, Nick Urban is joined by Wade Lightheart, co-founder and president of BiOptimizers. Together, they unpack how metabolism shifts with age, how to optimize digestion, and the importance of aligning your diet with your unique biology.

Wade shares valuable insights on strategic dieting, the role of amino acids in plant-based nutrition, and why enzymes are the unsung heroes of nutrient absorption. Whether you’re a seasoned biohacker or just getting started, this episode is packed with practical tips to upgrade your health and performance.

Meet our guest

Wade T. Lightheart is a Certified Sports Nutritionist Advisor, three-time National Natural Bodybuilding Champion, and co-founder of BiOptimizers. He’s competed in top-tier events like the IFBB Mr. Universe and the INBA Natural Olympia—and at age 50, ran his first marathon and won the INBA Ironman International. Wade’s lifelong mission is to help others optimize their biology through digestion, metabolism, and lifestyle design.

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  • Key takeaways
    • Aligning lifestyle and nutrition is foundational to long-term wellness
    • How to customize your diet based on your specific biological needs
    • Digestion is the “first domino” in the health optimization process
    • Understanding your metabolism is critical to unlocking energy and vitality
    • Digestive and systemic enzymes are essential to nutrient absorption
    • Amino acids are the building blocks of everything your body creates
    • Links
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      • Full episode show notes: mindbodypeak.com/130
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