Harnessing the Power of Nutrients

Chris Masterjohn, PhD's Substack 'Harnessing the Power of Nutrients' merges scientific insight with innovative thinking, focusing on health optimization through nutrition, genetic factors, and biochemistry. It challenges mainstream health narratives, explores nutrient impacts on health, and presents actionable advice based on personal health data and scientific research.

Nutritional Science Genetic Health Analysis Dietary Recommendations Mitochondrial Health Supplementation Metabolic Health Iron Metabolism Vaccine Analysis Health Policy Food Safety

The hottest Substack posts of Harnessing the Power of Nutrients

And their main takeaways

A Hockey Stick Question

0 implied HN points • 09 Jun 14
  1. The hockey stick graph of past temperatures is based on proxies like tree rings and instrumental data.
  2. Comparison between proxy and instrumental data is needed to understand temperature trends.
  3. If proxies do not show rapid temperature rises seen in instrumental data, it questions the reliability of the proxy record.

The Reality Based Community

0 implied HN points • 17 Jan 14
  1. The concept of the reality based community was first mentioned in contrast to the Bush administration's approach.
  2. The evidence for the reality based community quote was based on a potentially unreliable source.
  3. Suskind's credibility as a journalist has been questioned, affecting how his work should be viewed.

The Internet as the Perfect Place for ADHD

0 implied HN points • 16 Jan 14
  1. The internet can be a great tool for managing ADHD by allowing for multiple projects and easy task-switching.
  2. Engaging in different online activities like social media, forums, and games can help with boredom and maintaining focus.
  3. Having a variety of online distractions and tasks can enhance productivity and workflow for individuals with ADHD.

Science Has Almost Caught Up with Science Fiction

0 implied HN points • 20 Dec 13
  1. Science is approaching the advancements imagined in science fiction novels.
  2. Technology for selecting specific genes in children may soon be a reality.
  3. New methods are being developed to analyze genes in eggs and sperm without damaging them.

Antibiotic Resistance, Exernalities, A Market Solution?

0 implied HN points • 19 May 10
  1. Using antibiotics can lead to resistance, impacting others.
  2. Market solution for antibiotic resistance involves patented antibiotics and internalizing costs.
  3. Efficiency in addressing antibiotic resistance is challenging but important.
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Is There a Health Insurance Bailout in our Future?

0 implied HN points • 23 Mar 10
  1. Governments often delay dealing with long-term problems like Social Security actuarial bankruptcy.
  2. Obama's health care plan may face challenges in the future, affecting Democratic party reputation.
  3. Insurance companies could potentially make promises they can't fulfill, banking on government bailout.

Wanted: Retro Servers

0 implied HN points • 19 Nov 09
  1. Some players miss the challenges of earlier versions of games.
  2. Modifying existing game material to make it easier may lower quality for some players.
  3. Creating retro servers alongside regular servers can cater to different player preferences.

My Recent Lectures

0 implied HN points • 19 Nov 09
  1. David Friedman has been recording his public lectures this year and making them available online.
  2. Listeners can enjoy his lectures while driving or relaxing in the bath.
  3. In addition to lectures, there are podcasts available for listening to his novel.

"The Best Form of Foreplay

0 implied HN points • 23 Jun 09
  1. In a long term relationship like marriage, love is more important than lust.
  2. Helping your partner with tasks they would otherwise have to do can strengthen your relationship.
  3. Intense emotional connection in a long-term relationship can be fostered through focusing on children.

My Disagreement with Murray Rothbard

0 implied HN points • 29 Aug 20
  1. Rothbard believed law in an anarcho-capitalist society would be based on libertarian philosophy, assuming everyone would agree on the same laws, which overlooks disagreements on legal codes among libertarians.
  2. Questioning deriving law from philosophy because philosophy alone may not provide clear answers to legal questions like penalties for crimes, highlighting the need to consider practical enforcement and outcomes.
  3. Proposes an alternative method for producing libertarian law in an anarcho-capitalist society, based on self-interest and market dynamics of private courts and rights enforcement agencies.

For any Slate Star Codex Refugees

0 implied HN points • 18 Aug 20
  1. Parts of the SSC community have moved to Data Secrets Lox.
  2. Data Secrets Lox is not as good without Scott being there.
  3. You can still access old SSC posts and comments on Data Secrets Lox.

Crazy Like a Fox

0 implied HN points • 10 Mar 17
  1. Trump's seemingly stupid actions could be part of a strategic tactic to win.
  2. Critics assuming Trump's motives are benign might miss the real intention behind his actions.
  3. Denying competence in opponents just because of personal bias can be a dangerous mistake.

It All Depends Whose Ox is Gored

0 implied HN points • 10 Dec 16
  1. Americans react strongly against foreign interference in their elections.
  2. Attempts by foreign leaders to influence votes can backfire by causing resentment.
  3. People's perception of the situation can vary based on their nationality.

The Rabbi and the Norse King

0 implied HN points • 17 Dec 08
  1. The story of the Rabbi and the Norse King involves a clever trick to outsmart a biased Court of the Inquisition.
  2. The same trick appears in the Haraldsaga, written in the 13th century, showing independent invention of the idea.
  3. The clever concept of swapping the marked lots to manipulate outcomes is a timeless and ingenious strategy.

If Obama is a Muslim, He is a Very Bad One

0 implied HN points • 18 Sep 15
  1. Some suggest Obama was not born in the U.S. and may be Muslim.
  2. Claiming Obama is a Muslim has serious problems like prayer and fasting obligations.
  3. If Obama were Muslim and did not pray or fast, he would be skilled at hiding it.

Another Angle on the Kim Davis Case

0 implied HN points • 08 Sep 15
  1. Kim Davis' actions in the case were mainly symbolic and did not actually prevent gay couples from getting married.
  2. Consider the moral dilemma of enforcing laws that one personally disagrees with.
  3. Reflect on situations like jury nullification and selective prosecution in relation to moral beliefs and obedience to the law.

Wanted: A Better Shower Controller

0 implied HN points • 13 Feb 15
  1. The current shower controllers are poorly designed in their temperature control mechanism.
  2. An improved shower controller could have a handle rotation range mapping to desired temperature mixes.
  3. Future shower controllers could adjust based on user preferences and even the actual water temperature for better control.

Should I Throw Out Books?

0 implied HN points • 05 Feb 15
  1. The author struggles with whether to throw out books he no longer reads or needs.
  2. He keeps items in his basement in case they might be of interest to future generations.
  3. The author questions if physical books will be as popular in the future due to digital alternatives.

Using Amazon Reviews

0 implied HN points • 12 Sep 18
  1. Consider Amazon reviews as a helpful tool for decision-making.
  2. Pay attention to the number of reviews and their ratings for accuracy.
  3. Focus on verified purchases for more reliable feedback.

My Cousin the Banana

0 implied HN points • 19 Sep 14
  1. Neil deGrasse Tyson was involved in controversies due to fabricated quotes and defending GMO foods.
  2. Supporters of Tyson saw criticism as disloyalty instead of truth.
  3. A defense of Tyson's GMO stance highlighted the genetic similarities between humans, bananas, and other crops.

Obama, Silicon Valley, and Learning by Testing

0 implied HN points • 24 Nov 13
  1. Silicon Valley talent may work for causes they believe in despite pay cuts.
  2. Revising views based on evidence is crucial, especially in large projects.
  3. Encouraging a 'test and revise accordingly' approach can improve decision-making and competence.

A Kipling Question

0 implied HN points • 03 Oct 13
  1. The poem 'The Flight' by Kipling was written in 1930.
  2. There is speculation about the poem possibly referencing Jews fleeing Germany due to the rise of Hitler.
  3. Kipling had the swastika, a symbol of good luck in India, removed from his books after Hitler's rise to power.

Global Warming: Implications of the Current Data

0 implied HN points • 08 Apr 13
  1. The pause in global warming could be due to factors other than CO2, the main greenhouse gas.
  2. Global temperature changes could be influenced by factors that were not accurately considered in climate models.
  3. Sensitivity of temperature to CO2 is uncertain and could be overestimated in current models.

On the East Coast in April

0 implied HN points • 16 Feb 13
  1. Attending two conferences on the East Coast in April
  2. Available for giving talks during free days between conferences
  3. Schedule includes stops in Long Island, Baltimore, and Durham

Fossil Law

0 implied HN points • 30 Mar 12
  1. Laws can become outdated and no longer make sense due to changing circumstances.
  2. Legal rules based on old societal norms may need to be updated in areas such as parentage laws and tax treatment of married couples.
  3. Strict laws like statutory rape can be problematic in modern society where behaviors and norms have evolved.

Drones, Geneva Convention, and Other Ambiguous Goods

0 implied HN points • 20 Oct 11
  1. Developments that make war easier or cheaper are morally troubling because they can lower the threshold for engaging in war.
  2. The Geneva Conventions and other rules are meant to reduce the human cost of warfare, but they can also inadvertently increase the frequency of warfare.
  3. In evaluating the impact of changes that make war less costly, it's important to consider both the positive effect of reducing damage and the negative effect of potentially increasing the occurrence of war.

Religion, Law, and Sex

0 implied HN points • 10 Sep 11
  1. Religious freedom doesn't excuse criminal acts.
  2. Use of surrogate partners for sex therapy is controversial.
  3. The law may not treat religions equally.

Arctic Ice: Prediction That Isn't

0 implied HN points • 13 Aug 11
  1. A recent story suggests a longer timeline for Arctic sea ice decline than predicted.
  2. Computer models are created by fitting past data, making it challenging to test their accuracy.
  3. To test model predictions, actual predictions not used in model creation are needed.

Capital Gains Taxation: Contra Landsburg

0 implied HN points • 10 Aug 11
  1. The argument for a zero tax rate on capital gains is based on treating it like other forms of income.
  2. Interest earned through investing should be considered income and taxable.
  3. Capital gains should be indexed and taxed in real terms, not nominal terms.

The Syrian Bodycount Puzzle

0 implied HN points • 08 Aug 11
  1. Syria has been in revolt for months with violent crackdowns by the military.
  2. Bodycount figures from the opposition seem surprisingly small compared to the scale of violence.
  3. There is a possibility that security forces may be using limited violence to suppress larger conflicts.

The Cost of Healthy Eating: Incompetence or Fraud

0 implied HN points • 05 Aug 11
  1. Healthy eating can be expensive, making it challenging for those on tight budgets to meet nutritional guidelines.
  2. The article discusses the correlation between higher income and better nutritional choices, rather than the actual cost of healthy eating.
  3. The author questions the motives behind the argument that good nutrition is more expensive.

A Possible Budget Compromise

0 implied HN points • 27 Jun 11
  1. Balance the budget by cutting expenditures.
  2. Tax increases should be achieved through the reduction of tax expenditures.
  3. Eliminating tax subsidies that distort economic decision-making.

Biden on Separation of Church and State

0 implied HN points • 02 Oct 08
  1. Biden discusses separation of church and state in other countries and its impact on governance.
  2. Biden may have inaccurately described the turmoil in countries with no legal principle of separation.
  3. Biden's argument may have been oversimplified and lacked factual support.

Best Comment Yet

0 implied HN points • 09 May 08
  1. The importance of considering electability in candidate selection for political parties.
  2. Highlighting the historical story of political loyalty and witty retorts in a Democratic gathering.
  3. Emphasizing the value of staying true to core beliefs even in challenging circumstances.

Dear Apple—Getting the Interface Wrong

0 implied HN points • 07 Jan 12
  1. When searching for a file in a folder, pressing the first letter should ideally bring that file to the top or bottom for easier access.
  2. Apple's user interface design is usually elegant, but inconsistencies can still arise.
  3. If a specific file is hard to locate, a workaround might involve remembering to press a different key for quicker access.

A Constitutional Question

0 implied HN points • 30 Jan 08
  1. The Constitution gives Congress the power to make rules for the government and regulation of the land and naval forces.
  2. Surveillance as part of defense activity means Congress can regulate it, such as through FISA.
  3. The President's role as commander in chief of the army and navy does not exempt surveillance from congressional regulation.

Ethnic Cleansing, Other Horrors, and the Racial IQ Controversy

0 implied HN points • 24 Oct 07
  1. Ethnic cleansing and genocides throughout history were often not based on scientific evidence of intelligence differences between races.
  2. Various historical instances of enslavement were not primarily justified by beliefs of racial IQ differences.
  3. Some justifications for ethnic cleansing and slavery have biblical or land ownership motivations rather than scientific evidence of intelligence disparities.

Wanted: Stories on Open Source Crime Control

0 implied HN points • 28 Jun 07
  1. Victims have used the internet to contact each other and catch criminals.
  2. More stories of open source crime control are wanted for discussion.
  3. Efforts by victims have led to successful identification of guilty parties.

Politicians and Historical Ignorance

0 implied HN points • 10 Jan 12
  1. Historical ignorance is displayed by politicians in public statements.
  2. Politicians like Rick Santorum and Newt Gingrich have made historically inaccurate statements.
  3. It's important for politicians to have a solid understanding of historical facts before making public statements.