Catharine Arnston | How Algae Fuels Focus, Recovery & Performance #55

In this episode, we sit down with Catharine Arnston, founder of ENERGYbits, to explore the extraordinary science and benefits behind spirulina and chlorella. Catharine shares her journey from supporting her sister through breast cancer to uncovering algae as one of the most powerful superfoods on the planet. We explore why algae is considered “Mother Nature’s pharmacy” with over 100,000 studies supporting its benefits. Catharine explains how spirulina works as powerful brain food, fueling energy, focus, and athletic performance, while chlorella serves as gut food, supporting detox, recovery, and deeper sleep. Additionally, Catharine shares practical ways to integrate spirulina and chlorella into your daily routine to enhance energy, boost recovery, and support total wellness. Whether you’re an athlete, a busy professional, or simply seeking better health, this episode will change how you think about nutrition and energy. Want to try ENERGYbits for yourself? Use code MIESHA at checkout for 20% off your first order at energybits.com Connect with Miesha: IG: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/mieshatate/⁠ X: ⁠https://x.com/mieshatate ⁠FB: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/mieshatatefanpage/⁠ Website: ⁠https://mieshatate.com/⁠ Connect with Built For Growth Podcast: IG: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/builtforgrowthpodcast/⁠ FB: ⁠ https://www.facebook.com/people/Built-For-Growth-Podcast/61567354560939/⁠ Connect with ENERGYbits: IG: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/energybits/ Website: https://energybits.com/ Connect with Catharine: IG: https://www.instagram.com/catharinearnston/ ⏱️ Chapter Markers 00:00 – Introduction 02:00 – From Cancer to Algae Discovery 05:20 – Why America Doesn’t Know Algae 09:15 – Protein Stronger Than Steak 14:10 – Chlorella: The Detox Superfood 17:00 – Mitochondria, Brain Fog & Longevity 23:30 – Why Women Struggle After 40 27:00 – Algae: Mother Nature’s Pharmacy 35:30 – Why Spirulina Beats Fish Oil 38:15 – How Spirulina Creates Energy 46:00 – Fighting Cancer with Algae 49:30 – Offense vs. Defense Nutrition 51:30 – Chlorella for Sleep & Recovery 59:00 – Clean Energy, No Crash 01:02:00 – Final Takeaways #EnergyBits #Spirulina #Chlorella #Superfoods #BrainHealth #GutHealth #Longevity #NaturalEnergy #HealthAndWellness