99. Catharine Arnston: Why Algae Should Be Your Daily Nutritional Foundation in Midlife and Beyond

Are you frustrated by a countertop overflowing with supplements that promise results but leave you wondering if they're actually working? In this episode of The Well Drop podcast, I sit down with Catherine Arnston, founder and CEO of Energy Bits, to discover how algae might be the superfood solution you've been missing. We discuss why even the healthiest diet might not be giving you enough nutrients. We also explore how spirulina and chlorella can provide superior nutrition with 64% protein, boost energy by protecting mitochondria, and deliver essential nutrients that are increasingly absent from our depleted food supply. Catharine Arnston is the dynamic founder and CEO of ENERGYbits®, a leading company revolutionizing the way we approach nutrition and wellness through the power of algae. With her unparalleled expertise and infectious enthusiasm, Catharine has become a sought-after speaker in the health and wellness community, captivating audiences on podcasts around the globe. What we discuss: 05:47 How breast cancer led to discovering algae and alkaline diets 13:00 Algae's protein content and bioavailability advantages over supplements 16:31 Differences between macroalgae (seaweed) and microalgae (spirulina/chlorella) 23:30 Benefits of spirulina for energy production 28:16 How mitochondrial damage affects women in perimenopause and menopause 32:17 Benefits of chlorella for detoxification, gut health, and sleep 37:05 Recommended daily amounts and how to take it Find more from Catharine Arnston/Energy Bits Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/energybits/ Website: energybits.com Use code welldrop for 20% off Find more from Amber: Website: www.thewelldrop.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/thewelldrop Join the Midlife Upgrade Two Week Challenge to unlock metabolic flexibility—the key to managing midlife symptoms like bloating, fatigue, and weight gain—and learn how to reset your body without restriction or burnout in just 14 days. Visit: https://amber-berger.kit.com/midlifeupgrade Thank you to our sponsor: BEAM: Visit https://www.beamminerals.com/ to get 20% off on your first order. Resources: Microalgae Spirulina Against Malnutrition