Modern life leaves many of us deficient in nutrients our ancestors thrived on. This blog explores my minimalist supplement stack, grounded in ancestral logic and backed by science, to support brain, muscle, and metabolic health. With no sponsorship, I explain what I take, why I take it, and how each supplement restores what our fast-paced, indoor lifestyles tend to deplete.

Can a common mineral help rewire chronic pain? A 2013 RCT found that intravenous and oral magnesium significantly reduced neuropathic low back pain and improved mobility over six months. Acting as a natural NMDA receptor blocker, magnesium may calm central sensitization—making it a promising, affordable tool in pain management. Explore the study findings and the neuroscience behind this overlooked supplement.