Joe Rogan Experience #994 - Dom D'Agostino

Sustainable Seafood

Dom D'Agostino emphasizes the importance of sustainable seafood choices, particularly when it comes to sardines. He explains that sardines, unlike larger predatory fish, have lower levels of heavy metals, making them a safer option for regular consumption. Joe Rogan shares a personal experience with arsenic levels, highlighting the need to be cautious about the source of seafood 1. Dom suggests that knowing where your food comes from is crucial, as pollution can affect the safety of seafood 2.

It's really important to pick out, you know, where your food's coming from.

--- Dom D'Agostino

He recommends companies like Wild Planet for their sustainable farming practices, which help minimize the risk of contamination in seafood 2.

   

Keto Diet Benefits

The ketogenic diet offers numerous health benefits, according to Dom D'Agostino. He shares how this diet has enhanced his cognitive performance and productivity, allowing him to work long hours without cravings 3. Dom also discusses the importance of whole food nutrition for dogs, suggesting a diet rich in organ meats and greens to optimize their health 4.

I kind of utilize keto to my advantage in that way.

--- Dom D'Agostino

He highlights the role of exogenous ketones in improving mental function, suggesting their use before mentally taxing activities 3.

   

Heirloom Grains

Joe Rogan and Dom D'Agostino explore the differences between heirloom and modern grains, focusing on their health implications. Joe notes that heirloom grains, like those used in Italy, have less complex glutens and are often more easily tolerated by the body 5. He compares the taste and texture of heirloom flour to modern varieties, emphasizing the superior quality of the former 6.

It's just a different feel.

--- Joe Rogan

This discussion highlights the potential benefits of choosing traditional grains over modern, mass-produced options for better health and culinary experience.