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Targeted Supplementation for Improved Metabolic Health with Christian LaValle

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Supplements can either be a complete waste of money or the cutting-edge tool that takes your health and performance to the next level.

In this conversation with Christian LaValle, co-founder of Metabolic Elite and son of James B. LaValle, an internationally recognized clinical pharmacist, board-certified clinical nutritionist, and leading authority in integrative medicine and human performance. We dig into the real science of supplementation and why delivery systems matter more than flashy labels.

We cover the difference between traditional products and premium formulas, and how unconventional technology like liposomal delivery can radically improve absorption. Christian shares his journey immersed in foundational practices like good diet and performance health, and how growing up with his father shaped the vision behind Metabolic Elite. We also explore on-the-ground insights on recovery, cognitive support, immune health, and how to think strategically about supplements in the context of nutrition, training, and lifestyle.

If you want to stop guessing and start using supplements with purpose, this is the episode that will help you cut through the noise and focus on what really works.

Timestamp

00:00 – Intro & welcome

01:00 – Christian’s background and growing up in performance health

03:05 – Lessons from college athletics: nutrition, supplements, recovery

05:16 – Graduate research in kinesiology and body composition (DEXA vs. BIA)

07:27 – Gold standards and best practices for body composition testing

10:33 – Limitations and variability of BIA vs. DEXA

12:03 – 3D body scans, circumference tracking, and practical applications

14:36 – Founding of Metabolic Elite: vision, team, and mission

21:57 – Liposomal delivery technology explained

23:23 – Which nutrients benefit most from advanced delivery (curcumin, berberine, peptides)

24:20 – Beyond foundational supplements: recovery, joint health, cognitive function, immune support

26:05 – Practitioner and orthopedic applications of oral peptides

27:59 – Real-world impact: recovery, inflammation, immune resilience

32:39 – Synapsin cognitive support: origins, use cases, and performance benefits

36:21 – Supplementation as a tool vs. foundations of diet, sleep, and training

40:38 – Cellular health, biochemistry, and the importance of nutrient delivery

43:51 – Targeted supplementation and the metabolic code approach

47:31 – Industry gaps: underdosed products, gimmicks, and quality control

48:34 – The creatine gummy problem & consumer misinformation

52:16 – Systems-based formulation and what sets Metabolic Elite apart

53:48 – Cost, premium quality, and ROI of supplements

55:57 – Where to start: prioritizing health goals with targeted support

57:14 – Educating practitioners and consumers on smart supplementation

59:57 – The trade-offs: performance, productivity, and lifestyle choices

1:00:48 – Audit your supplement routine: Ben’s feedback offer

1:02:07 – Where to find Christian and Metabolic Elite

1:02:37 – Closing thanks & discount details

Connect with Christian LaValle:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/christianlavalle5/
Website: https://www.metabolicelite.co/
Jim LaValle’s Website: https://www.jimlavalle.com/
Jim LaValle’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealjimlavalle/

Use code BodySystems for 10% off any order: Metabolic Elite

Links & Resources:

Connect with Ben on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bodysystemscoaching/
Learn more about Ben’s coaching program: www.bodysystems.com
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