In this episode Eric Hart (Silky Tuba) and CEO Aaron Singerman take you on the journey of how a nutritional supplement is formulated, ordered, and then made. They also dive into the business behind pricing, margins, and all the differences between the various channels supplements are sold. The guys put the science on hold this week, and focus on the dollars and cents!

The Business of Supplements

In this week’s episode, Aaron and Silky dive into a popular topic - stimulants.  There are many types of stimulants and my types that have found their way into sports nutrition.  Listen as the duo break down the use of stimulants for performance enhancement and talk about some of the more popular stimulants that have graced the landscape of sports nutrition.

Stim Junkies

After a small hiatus, the duo are back to talk about alternative protein sources in this episode. There seems to be a move towards vegan protein; is it due to beliefs about food or just a way to control digestive issues?  This week the two explore this topic, as well as what are some good alternative protein choices if you really aren’t a vegan.  Tune in and find out.

VEGAN OR INFLAMED?

The guys are back to discuss the world’s most anabolic hormone, insulin.  Find out how using glucose disposal agents can help you harness the power of insulin to get the most out of training and diet without the use of exogenous insulin.

GDA - MOST ANABOLIC SUPPLEMENT?

We all know you get a pump from training, but do ingredients designed for pumps actually work?  The duo dive into this subject and discuss what works, what doesn’t and some potential new ingredients on the horizon.

Pumps - Real or All In Your Head

Silky Science is a show dedicated to talking about the science and business of supplements.  Each week, REDCON1 CEO Aaron Singerman and REDCON1 VP Eric Hart aka Silky Tuba, will talk about the science behind the supplements as well as the business and industry of supplements.  From formula breakdowns, ingredient talk, manufacturing, all the way to why we do what we do, Silky Science is one old man’s view of the world of supplements.

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