TOXIC TRUTH about supplements, heavy metals & mineral deficiencies

Can supplements really transform your energy, focus, and even your financial success?

In this episode, we dig into the surprising links between minerals, mental clarity, and overall health with Barton Scott, founder of Upgraded Formulas. As a chemical engineer and biochemist, Barton shares his mission to revolutionize the supplement industry and help people avoid the chronic energy drains caused by common nutrient deficiencies.

Barton opens up about his personal journey that led him to develop mineral-based supplements optimized for absorption, explaining why traditional multivitamins often fall short. He challenges misconceptions about popular supplements, discusses why a “test-don’t-guess” approach is key, and reveals why blood tests often miss the mark. You’ll also learn why hair testing is a game-changer for pinpointing deficiencies and detoxifying heavy metals, and how maintaining the right balance of minerals like magnesium, potassium, and copper can drastically boost your resilience, focus, and even emotional health.

If you’ve been wondering which supplements are worth it, how to avoid hidden toxins, or why energy is foundational for a thriving life, this conversation is packed with insights to help you elevate your wellness journey. Get ready to rethink your approach to supplements and discover practical steps toward sustainable, high-energy health.

00:00 Meet Barton Scott, chemical engineer and founder of Upgraded Formulas

1:18 Why the supplement industry needs a deeper look

1:42 The personal loss that inspired Barton’s mission

3:38 Medications vs. natural health approaches

5:53 Why nutritional support is essential for emotional resilience

11:35 The hidden issues in the supplement market

19:36 How water quality affects mineral absorption

26:27 Blood tests vs. hair tests for assessing health

31:06 Why narrow diets can lead to imbalances

31:50 How micronutrient ratios reveal emotional states

32:25 Balancing copper and iron for optimal health

33:18 Why Barton prefers hair testing over blood tests

34:12 The value of gut testing and what it can reveal

36:16 Where supplements fit into a healthy lifestyle

39:50 Detoxing heavy metals with minerals and binders

44:51 The impact of Upgraded Magnesium on sleep quality

54:11 Barton's journey from personal struggles to Upgraded Formulas

57:01 Barton's top tips for high energy and longevity