Ok, after some googling I have found some of the stuff I'm going to need so I'll provide some links here in case any of you decide you want to try this plan as well (This post is probably more use to people in the UK, though if you're in other countries you can see what I'm getting and find suppliers local to you...this should be especially easy in the US)
Grassfed Meat
I've found a great site that's been specifically set up to sell grass fed meat products. They seem to be used by a lot of professional sports outfits...including some of the top professional rugby teams in the UK (and the Cardiff Blues as well!:p). I'll report back on the quality of the meat, and will tell you what Bison steak tastes like. Click Athleat. I've also emailed the company to check that their products other than beef are grassfed. I'll post the reply here.
Supplements
Vitamins D3, K2 and Sea Iodine.
I've found an excellent 3 in 1 high quality supplement made by Life Extensions that will supply me with daily doses of Vitamins D3 (5000 IU), K2 (1000 mg MK-4, 100mg MK-7) and Iodine (1000 mg). You could buy all 3 seperately but Life Extensions produce very high quality supplements an produce their vitamins and minerals in usually the most optimal form. Here's the link. If you can find this supplement cheaper elsewhere or a similar quality from another brand at a lower price then please leave a comment with the link or email it to me (address on the right hand side of the page) and I'll update this post.
Vitamin A
The best sources of Vitamin A are organ meats from Grassfed Cattle and Lamb but for those who are a bit squeamish about eating them (or don't eat them regularly enough) then an excellent source is fermented Cod Liver Oil. Regular Cod Liver Oil is chemically processed and loses it's major nutrients, these are re-added sometimes but almost never in a form that is easily absorbed by your body. Fermented Cod Liver Oil is not only rich in Vitamin A but also Vitamin D (More D3! Considering I need around 13-14,000 IU's at my current bodyweight this will help greatly), Vitamin E, Vitamin K, quinones and CoQ enzymes. Pretty well packed. Throw away those junk Cod Liver Oil capsules, get the best one here. 120 Capsules should last you a while.
Magnesium
A very important supplement and most people are very deficient in it. Aim for 400mg a day. Best taken as Magnesium Citrate for absorption. One of these a day should get your levels up towards the required daily amount. Don't take too many, your backside will thank me for that advice, trust me!
Vitamin C
Probably the most common Vitamin supplement on the planet, find this one yourself locally for best price.
Other supplements I'm looking to source
I'm trying to find some other good quality supplements so if you know of one, share the knowledge. Specifically looking for L-glutathione, Selenium, Copper Vitamin B12 and folate (NB...Not Folic Acid!!!!).
These supplements I've listed should reduce inflamation in your body, boost your immune system and thyroid function, strengthen your bones and teeth , improve sleep and generally improve your wellbeing. I will of course keep you updated here on their effects to see if it's worth it.
Butter
Grassfed butter to be precise. I'm going to be consuming a lot of this for the forseeable future. The two major brands widespread throughout the UK are Kerrygold and Anchor. You may also have Yeo Valley Organic or Rachel's Organic butter in a store near you. But the problem is finding unsalted versions (Generally I like salted butter but not in my morning cup of BP coffee!). To solve this I've looked into sourcing Milk from grassfed dairies and making batches of my own butter to freeze. I've found this dairy that delivers nationally. Now not only does this contain all the grass fed goodness but it's also raw unpasteurised milk which means it still contains lots of good probiotic bacteria (much better than those stupid sugary probiotic drinks) which improves your gut health and can also alleviate many modern health conditions. It's more expensive than your typical pint of mik but if I do a bulk buy it can be frozen until required. The butter also freezes well.
Bulletproof Coffee
One of the most fundemental parts of this whole diet plan. Bulletproof Coffee is low in mycotoxins from mould (Who wants to drink mouldy coffee?), from a single estate at high altitude. Now the only drawback is the cost. I could order some from Dave Asprey in North America and get it shipped over here but it would end up costing ridiculous amounts so instead I looked for my own and I think this one seems to fit the bill and at a reasonable price. Also with every bag purchased they donate 20p to a local school project too, so you get a healthy karma boost. I'll report back on this coffee in my upcoming Bulletproof Coffee thread.
I'm already making the dietary changes, I'll add the supplements as and when they arrive and can't wait to start on the Bulletproof Coffee with intermittent fasting (I'll explain IF in my next post). Any questions or feedback, please leave a comment.
Grassfed Meat
I've found a great site that's been specifically set up to sell grass fed meat products. They seem to be used by a lot of professional sports outfits...including some of the top professional rugby teams in the UK (and the Cardiff Blues as well!:p). I'll report back on the quality of the meat, and will tell you what Bison steak tastes like. Click Athleat. I've also emailed the company to check that their products other than beef are grassfed. I'll post the reply here.
Supplements
Vitamins D3, K2 and Sea Iodine.
I've found an excellent 3 in 1 high quality supplement made by Life Extensions that will supply me with daily doses of Vitamins D3 (5000 IU), K2 (1000 mg MK-4, 100mg MK-7) and Iodine (1000 mg). You could buy all 3 seperately but Life Extensions produce very high quality supplements an produce their vitamins and minerals in usually the most optimal form. Here's the link. If you can find this supplement cheaper elsewhere or a similar quality from another brand at a lower price then please leave a comment with the link or email it to me (address on the right hand side of the page) and I'll update this post.
Vitamin A
The best sources of Vitamin A are organ meats from Grassfed Cattle and Lamb but for those who are a bit squeamish about eating them (or don't eat them regularly enough) then an excellent source is fermented Cod Liver Oil. Regular Cod Liver Oil is chemically processed and loses it's major nutrients, these are re-added sometimes but almost never in a form that is easily absorbed by your body. Fermented Cod Liver Oil is not only rich in Vitamin A but also Vitamin D (More D3! Considering I need around 13-14,000 IU's at my current bodyweight this will help greatly), Vitamin E, Vitamin K, quinones and CoQ enzymes. Pretty well packed. Throw away those junk Cod Liver Oil capsules, get the best one here. 120 Capsules should last you a while.
Magnesium
A very important supplement and most people are very deficient in it. Aim for 400mg a day. Best taken as Magnesium Citrate for absorption. One of these a day should get your levels up towards the required daily amount. Don't take too many, your backside will thank me for that advice, trust me!
Vitamin C
Probably the most common Vitamin supplement on the planet, find this one yourself locally for best price.
Other supplements I'm looking to source
I'm trying to find some other good quality supplements so if you know of one, share the knowledge. Specifically looking for L-glutathione, Selenium, Copper Vitamin B12 and folate (NB...Not Folic Acid!!!!).
These supplements I've listed should reduce inflamation in your body, boost your immune system and thyroid function, strengthen your bones and teeth , improve sleep and generally improve your wellbeing. I will of course keep you updated here on their effects to see if it's worth it.
Butter
Grassfed butter to be precise. I'm going to be consuming a lot of this for the forseeable future. The two major brands widespread throughout the UK are Kerrygold and Anchor. You may also have Yeo Valley Organic or Rachel's Organic butter in a store near you. But the problem is finding unsalted versions (Generally I like salted butter but not in my morning cup of BP coffee!). To solve this I've looked into sourcing Milk from grassfed dairies and making batches of my own butter to freeze. I've found this dairy that delivers nationally. Now not only does this contain all the grass fed goodness but it's also raw unpasteurised milk which means it still contains lots of good probiotic bacteria (much better than those stupid sugary probiotic drinks) which improves your gut health and can also alleviate many modern health conditions. It's more expensive than your typical pint of mik but if I do a bulk buy it can be frozen until required. The butter also freezes well.
Bulletproof Coffee
One of the most fundemental parts of this whole diet plan. Bulletproof Coffee is low in mycotoxins from mould (Who wants to drink mouldy coffee?), from a single estate at high altitude. Now the only drawback is the cost. I could order some from Dave Asprey in North America and get it shipped over here but it would end up costing ridiculous amounts so instead I looked for my own and I think this one seems to fit the bill and at a reasonable price. Also with every bag purchased they donate 20p to a local school project too, so you get a healthy karma boost. I'll report back on this coffee in my upcoming Bulletproof Coffee thread.
I'm already making the dietary changes, I'll add the supplements as and when they arrive and can't wait to start on the Bulletproof Coffee with intermittent fasting (I'll explain IF in my next post). Any questions or feedback, please leave a comment.
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