If you’d like to know which Genetic Factors are influencing your Nutrient Needs, including your need for Nutritional Building Blocks: Vitamins, Minerals, Fats and Amino Acids, go to: https://geneticinsights/nutrients And use promo code “REJUVENATE” to tell Genetic Insights we sent you and  get 20% OFF your first order. You can find Elwin’s recommended Health Supplements here: https://feelyounger.net And remember to use code “REJUVENATEME” to tell them we sent you and to get 20% OFF your first order. You can follow Elwin on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therealelwin And on Twitter @therealelwin All others here https://linktr.ee/elwinrobinson And you can find Krissy on Twitter  @KrissyHawkes References from this episode: RP - Thyroid - https://youtu.be/D-uBXy3StYY RP-  Metabolism - https://youtu.be/y1kZFAqbbm0 RP - Feel Good - https://youtu.be/L3qmdDp6RxA RP - Nutrients 1 - https://youtu.be/QyCQt1hKw3s RP - Chronic Pain - https://youtu.be/-6mcmXEHhJ4 RP - Big 5 Character -  RP - Grant  Vitamin A - https://youtu.be/bQmS5eyVT0w RP - Ray Peat  - https://youtu.be/-8FyVu7pIvE RP - Feel Good 2 -  https://youtu.be/5lTH6QOx_Yw RP - Feel Younger Diet -  https://youtu.be/OdO72bwFmsc NutrEval - https://www.gdx.net/products/nutreval Timestamps/Annotations: 00:00:00 What are building blocks and why are they important 00:08:46 Elwin’s personal story on Tyrosine 00:19:50 Optimal and suboptimal signs and symptoms  00:21:09 Deficiency vs suboptimal 00:25:35 Best test to check your building block levels 00:36:38 What determines whether we have enough or don’t have enough building blocks - should we supplement 00:48:38  Will taking more resolve the issue of having a suboptimal amount of building blocks - strategies to increase your suboptimal levels 00:59:30 Can having too much of a building block be a bad thing (Yes!) 01:15:19 Essential amino acids - there may be some you want to reduce 01:20:20 Not all proteins are equal  01:29:19 It is important to test - be careful with supplementation 01:32:11 Are there some building blocks that are more important than others 01:35:40 How do the building blocks relate to premature aging 01:41:14 Final thoughts Make sure you Like and Subscribe so you don't miss an episode, and if you have any feedback, questions or requests for future episodes, leave a comment underneath the video and Krissy or Elwin will do their best to reply personally. Disclaimer: This Podcast does not contain medical advice. I am NOT a doctor. The contents of this Podcast, such as videos, text, graphics, images and other material are intended for entertainment, informational and educational purposes only and not for the purpose of rendering medical advice. The contents of this Podcast are not intended to substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.  Consult your physician for medical advice. Always seek the advice of a physician or qualified healthcare provider with any questions regarding a medical condition. Never disregard or delay seeking professional medical advice or treatment because of something you have heard on a podcast. Before taking any medications, over-the-counter drugs, supplements or herbs, consult a physician for a thorough evaluation. A qualified physician should make a decision on each person’s medical history and current prescriptions. Executive Producer - Chad Newman