Ready to unlock the hidden power of ancient nutrients proven to benefit your health and your bones?
Want to learn why people with osteopenia, osteoporosis, and those affected by bisphosphonates may benefit from what’s found in the annatto plant?
Interested in groundbreaking compounds considered by many to be “aging game changers” for heart, liver, bone, blood sugar, oxidative stress and so much more?
Look no further!
I had the privilege of sitting down with Dr. Barrie Tan, a distinguished scientist and pioneer specializing in Vitamin E research. Dr. Tan shared the revolutionary science of tocotrienols and geranylgeraniol and their pivotal roles in osteoporosis intervention and prevention.
Episode Timeline
0:00 - Episode start
2:24 - Meet our guest, Dr. Barrie Tan
4:03 - Dr. Tan's discovery of the annatto plant and his motivation to study it
7:48 - An introduction to tocotrienols, geranylgeraniol, and their differences
9:48 - Understanding vitamin E and the significance of tocopherol
19:01 - The function of geranylgeraniol
20:53 - Benefits of tocotrienols for osteoporosis and bone health
30:31 - The reason behind Dr. Barrie Tan's specific study
32:17 - Geranylgeraniol's role in MK4 synthesis and its importance for bone health
39:19 - Benefits of MK4: kidney stones, artery calcification, and dementia
41:34 - Discussion on preclinical and animal studies on geranylgeraniol, its effects on bone turnover, stiffness, and its benefits for those on bisphosphonates
47:52 - Overview of 20 clinical studies on tocotrienols and their diverse benefits
57:02 - Summary of key studies and results, specifically focusing on Tocotrienols
1:00:17 - Dr. Tan elaborates on recent studies, insights on statins, and other crucial findings
1:06:35 - Guidance on where to find exact dosages and amounts of discussed nutrients and ingredients
Resources Mentioned
**Show notes @ https://bonecoach.com/drbarrietan-vitamine Dr Barrietan Vitamine
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About Dr. Barrie Tan:
Dr. Barrie Tan, first and foremost a scientist with a Ph. D. in Chemistry/Biochemistry, was formerly an assistant professor at the University of Massachusetts in Amherst (Chemistry, Food Science & Nutrition). For the last 35 years, Barrie has immersed himself in the world of Vitamin E and is considered one of the world’s foremost experts, credited with commercializing tocotrienol in 3 major natural sources – palm, rice and annatto. His first discoveries were in palm & rice, but due to their high levels of tocopherol, they also lacked potency. Barrie continued his research and was soon rewarded when he found the best-in-class tocotrienol in the annatto plant! Barrie’s relationship with annatto has spanned more than 20 years and multiple clinical trials across chronic diseases. He was again rewarded when he discovered geranylgeraniol, an endogenous nutrient that’s important to promote healthy aging.
