The Supplement Trap: Cracking the Code of Supplement Pharmacology with Dr. Tyler Panzner
In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Tyler Panzner, a PhD scientist specializing in genetic health optimization, to discuss the most common mistakes people make with supplements. He emphasizes the importance of integrating both genetic data and blood work to create personalized wellness strategies, noting that while genetics reveal potential vulnerabilities, lifestyle and epigenetics determine how those genes express. Dr. Panzner also highlights the significance of methylation genes (like COMT), which impact neurotransmitters and detoxification, touches on the role of GLP-1s, as well as how psychedelics can be helpful tools. Overall, the conversation reinforces the value of precision health—leveraging genetic insights alongside lifestyle factors to make smarter, safer choices in supplementation.
Dr. Tyler Panzner is a Ph.D. scientist with a deep background in pharmacology, cancer, neuroscience, and inflammation research. His passion for how different substances affect the body has been lifelong, but about seven years ago, he found his true calling in genetics and personalized medicine. Since then, he's been on a mission to create personalized vitamin, supplement, and lifestyle protocols tailored to each individual’s unique biology.
His approach is all about understanding what your cells truly need and uncovering which vitamins, supplements, or foods might not be a good match for your genetic makeup. He firmly believes that by aligning your habits with your genes, not only can you feel your best every day, but you can also lower your risk for chronic diseases in the long run. His practice focuses on genetically optimizing health, helping people unlock their body's full potential to truly thrive.
Dr. Panzner sees a massive lack in supplement education across all sectors of healthcare, which shows up as unnecessary suffering as people feel worse due to the wrong supplement recommendations. He is driven to educate both practitioners for their practice and consumers in the supplement aisle of the store so they can make more informed decisions regarding their or their patient's supplementation strategies.
SHOW NOTES:
0:39 Welcome to the podcast!
3:31 Dr. Tyler Panzner’s Bio
4:03 Welcome him to the show!
5:05 This biggest mistake with supplementation
9:31 Iron chelation & anemia
12:35 CBD & Serotonin blockers
15:51 GLP-1s: the good & bad
24:25 Genetics vs lifestyle
26:37 Cross-referencing with lab work
31:11 Histamine issues
35:59 *ALIGN MAT*
37:36 Methylation genes
44:30 MTHFR
52:46 Genetic testing
57:17 Alzheimer’s & APOE
1:00:58 Psychedelics & genetics
1:11:58 Natural ways to raise BDNF
1:12:41 His finale piece of advice
1:15:34 Where to find him
1:16:16 Thanks for tuning in!
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