EPISODE 122:ALGAE: THE TINY SUPERFOOD BOOSTING ENERGY, IMMUNITY & LONGEVITY with Catharine Arnston

Kristin sits down with the unstoppable Catharine Arnston—founder of ENERGYbits® and a globally recognized algae expert to unpack the unmatched power of spirulina and chlorella. From healing her sister’s cancer to earning a PhD at nearly 70, Catharine shares her journey of turning a tiny superfood into a worldwide wellness movement. Discover the truth about green powders, the critical role of superoxide dismutase, and how algae can be your daily defense against toxins, fatigue, aging, and brain fog. Whether you're navigating perimenopause, chasing peak performance, or just want to simplify your health, this mini masterclass in cellular nutrition is for you.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

• What makes spirulina and chlorella more effective than most green powders and supplements on the market?
• How does superoxide dismutase (SOD) protect your mitochondria and support healthy aging?
• In what ways can daily algae intake improve energy, detoxification, and long-term resilience—especially for women over 40?

KEY TIMESTAMPS:

(00:00) – Algae 101: Spirulina vs. Chlorella

(04:00) – From cancer to PhD: The personal story behind ENERGYbits®

(06:00) – Age is not an expiry date: Catharine's energy at nearly 70

(10:00) – The problem with green powders and heat damage

(16:00) – Complete protein and bioavailability explained

(19:00) – Simplifying health: Replacing multiple supplements

(22:00) – Algae for kids, athletes, and busy professionals

(27:00) – The truth about fish oil, protein absorption, and microplastics

(33:00) – Superoxide dismutase: The antioxidant that changes everything

(45:00) – How to use spirulina and chlorella for optimal results

(49:00) – The future of algae farming and global health

MENTIONS:

Website: https://energybits.com/ 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/catharinearnston/?hl=en 

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WELLPOWER, Kristin Weitzel, biohacking, health and wellness, women’s health, nervous system resilience, cold exposure, breathwork, scientific research, heat therapy, performance mastery, psychedelic integration, embodied leadership, red light therapy, guided breathwork for anxiety, breathwork facilitator training, breathwork for trauma release, daily breathwork routine, conscious breathing exercises, breathwork classes in Austin Texas, spirulina and chlorella benefits, superoxide dismutase antioxidant, algae for menopause support, natural detox with chlorella, ENERGYbits® review and results

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