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I'm not sure about mold, you'll have to research the manufacturers and brands. It's not a problem in my country. I would opt in for a lighter roast, as it will have more caffeine and won't make you crash. As far as the recipe goes, you can simply adjust it according to your taste. It's not a magic fat loss drink. The only benefits of it are that it will make you satiated for many hours. It can be an easy way to load a ton of calories with. Also, I would imagine you would only benefit from bulletproof coffee if you follow a low carb ketogenic diet. You don't want to consume high amounts of fat on a moderate to high carb diet. There's no reason to drink it when you have breakfast either. It's only a great intermittent fasting tool. I drink my own variation of bulletproof coffee every day. 1 raw egg 2-3 tbsp heavy cream 1 tbsp cinnamon, ginger and turmeric 1 tbsp raw cacao, sea kelp powder and chaga mushroom 1 tbsp coconut flakes, chopped up avocado seed and some Chia seeds coffee Blend it up and tastes amazing. Puts me into deep ketosis and I don't have to eat anything until dinner. Best tip I can give you is - don't start putting spoonfuls of fat into your drinks. It will simply add a ton of calories to your diet. It's also a bad habit. Drink bulletproof coffee by adding a few tablespoons to keep you satiated and create a unique flavor.

Singularity is probably the only, or at least most efficient way we currently can think of, to reach higher levels of consciousness as a species. Compared to our mental powers, our physical bodies have too many shortcomings. If we can overcome that, human consciousness will be able to expand itself and build upon our development. Transhumanism shouldn't be feared. It might seem scary, but it can, as Nick Bostrom put it: "open up new avenues of our mode of being currently incomprehensible to us." It's true that it can also turn into a dangerous weapon that could wipe out all of the beauty in it. That's why we have to take this with as much caution as possible.

@David1 I think of singularity as a spiritual concept as well. It just resembles so much some sort of a mythical "coming of the Messiah". Of course, uploading our consciousness to the Internet is also quite yoke-ing and uniting humanity. Luckily, there are some scientists who are trying to incorporate better scientific understanding of consciousness without butchering it. John Hagelin (quantum physicist), David Hawkins and Bruce Lipton come first to mind. We need more of such figures, though.

It feels great and amazing. But at the same time it isn't all sunshine and rainbows. I mean, there are a lot of times when you'll still be experiencing discomfort and would want to quit. The thing is, you love it so much that you won't and will continue at it, even when you're completely exhausted. You don't need any motivation to get out of bed and put in the effort. It seems effortless and as if everything flows. It's exerting and exhilarating. You'll be able to see the greater impact behind what you do and can shrug off immediate gratification. What's most important, you'll have achieved complete freedom from the outcome. You follow your calling just for the sake of it because that's what you're meant to do.

You get more in touch with what goes on inside you. You begin to see yourself and your thoughts from an outsiders perspective. What's more, you'll realize that the "self" is non-existent and an illusion of the ego. The ego creates this duality between you and the world. Becoming more conscious and meditating will help you to see that you and the object are the same. There is no object, really. Focusing on your breathing will help you to self-regulate your own physiology. You can influence your own autonomic nervous system by bringing enough attention to it. At least that's how I feel.

You can enter a meditative state in almost anything you do. Yoga is meditation in motion. Also, practices like Tai Chi and Qi Gong are all done while moving around. They're super enjoyable and meditative. You will actually begin to feel you Qi, Prana, life force or whatever you want to call it, begin to be cultivated. When I'm holding a handstand I'm probably more present than doing anything else.

A perfect day of my routines would be like this Wake up - get out to get some early morning sun shine, do 10 minutes of light yoga and sun salutations, meditate for 20 minutes Cold shower and morning journaling. 3-4 hours of writing Go for a walk, have a breakfast shake Do some more creative or productive work Read for about 1 hour Workout in the evening Have dinner Some foam rolling, reading, journaling Go to bed and fall asleep like a log

Nice to hear a voice of reason amongst nutritionists. The best foods for neurogenesis are all full of healthy fats. Eggs, salmon, sardines, butter and coconut oil are the best. On top of that, the gut-brain connection is the greatest predictor of overall health and also your cognitive functioning. Most people don't get enough fiber in their diet so they get constipated and brain fog. Ty for sharing this.

@Lynnel The breakfast myth is a huge fallacy. Meal timing is irrelevant when it comes to body composition. Think for a moment, how on earth did our species make it through the Ice Ages if our metabolism were so inefficient? Fasting actually increases metabolism by 3-14% after 24 hours of fasting, increases insulin sensitivity and nutrient partitioning, decreases protein catabolism, increases human growth hormone and testosterone - all of the fat burning hormones get elevated and you promote ketosis. There isn't any metabolic advantage to having several meals a day, you'll be simply eating smaller less satisfying meals and miss our on all of these hormones. Does it sound too good to be true? Yes, but it's the truth. Fasting has been considered to be the miracle cure ever since the Ancient Greeks. It clears your body and fights all disease. Eating more often will make your body only more dependent of exogenous calories and prevents you from using your endogenous fuel supplies.

Rest assured, your slightly smaller height will only benefit you, as you'll be easily distinguishable from the crowd. I'm also 5.6. Guess what, Napoleon Bonaparte was also the exact same height. He is probably one of the most intimidating military generals and genius strategists of all time. Once people get mature enough, they'll forget about your physical characteristic and judge you by your actions instead. Peter Dinklage is even shorter and he has a disadvantage in all regards. Doesn't stop him though, people love him still. Rather than trying to please others or conform to the world, make your own terms with life and "conquer" it. Do your own thing and you'll attract just the right people who are going to appreciate you.

@Jelly_Shades I think fasting will definitely benefit your situation. Your gut will be completely cleared and if you drink only water, your entire organism will be cleansed. Although ,the most beneficial adaptations occur right at about 48 hours. I've gone 3 days max.

If you've read David Hawkin's Power vs Force, then you should know that kinesiology uncovers the energy of consiousness. A field of objective truth and collective knowledge inaccessible by the rational mind and accessible only by the body. True and false statements about yourself will definitely get a correct measurement.

The secret for sustainable fitness is finding a workout routine you like. You can maintain a decent level of fitness with almost any activity - yoga, swimming, football, bodybuilding, crossfit etc. If you're trying to achieve a specific outcome i.e. get stronger or build muscle, then you have to do resistance training. If you want to increase cardiovascular fitness, then you have to do respectful activities. When it comes to motivating yourself or to have more fun while training, then you simply have to start loving the process. For me, working out is one of my favourite activities. It's almost therapeutic. You're in a state, where your body is exhausted but your mind is completely alert. I've experienced this unity of body and mind that's achieved by yoga in any other sport as well. Doing handstand push ups or heavy barbel squats is as zen-like as holding an asana.

Know that decision making is fatiguing. The paradox of having too many options to choose from will lead to us being paralyzed. It's better to avoid falling into this trap of thinking that there might be something better out there. Most of the time, there isn't. Practice speed of implementation. When making small trivial decision, don't waste your time or spend your willpower. Instead, make the first decision that feels right in your gut. Don't look back. Also start a minimalistic lifestyle. Reduce the amount of decisions you have to make on a daily basis. Get rid of useless clutter in your house, clothes etc. Dedicate to fewer activities but completely dominate them. Aim for quality over quantity in relationships, the food you eat, books you read etc. Thanks, hopefully it helps.

My own quote - The two things that truly belong to ourselves are our thoughts and actions.

Building muscle for vanity shouldn't be your main purpose, nor is it the best benefit. Having more muscle is definitely better for us. It promotes longevity, insulin sensitivity, increases metabolism, protects your bones, shields the organs, prevents aches and pains etc. It's the biggest organ we have because of fascia being connected with each other. The pursuit of building muscle is also an amazing journey. You have to learn about proper nutrition, discipline, willpower, patience, persistence etc. It's an Odyssey of body and mind.

I already try to expand my consciousness onto the entire planet while meditating. He's already included but might as well bring some more focus onto my fellow self-actualizers.

Integrating living things... are animals more alive than plants? Anyway, the macro- and micronutrient ratios of coconut are pretty amazing. I've also considered it one of the foods you could eat for the rest of your life. We don't need carbs. Just moderate protein and mainly fat. The saturated fat of coconut is super healthy and amazing. The medium-chain triglyceride content is great for ketone production and gives quick energy.

I haven't had any tickling in my scalp, but I definitely feel my pineal gland expanding during meditation. Or something along those lines. I guess it might have to do with becoming more mindful as a person. The biggest thing I notice is how I experience the sensation of my muscles more. Blood flow, breathing etc. Especially during workouts.

@popi Fun. Intensity is always subjective. I can't deadlift 500 pounds but prolly ppl like Mark Bell can.

@popi aerobic is around 60-70% or your maximum heart rate, anaerobic is above that. One is low intensity (think yoga, cardio, easy calisthenics), the other very intense (think weightlifting, sprinting HIIT cardio etc)

@Sleepwalker The 4 variables necessary for muscle growth listed above are independent of carbs. Of course, you can't expect to perform at your best during the adaptation phase. Ketosis will work only if you do it long term. At first I also experienced fatigue but after having done it for 1 year, I don't feel tired at all. The longer you stay in ketosis the better you get at utilizing fat for fuel. Your performance may get slightly worse. But only initially. Your endurance will definitely increase, but after adapting your anaerobic performance will get back to its baseline. Building muscle in ketosis is yes slower than with carbs. However, the muscle you'll be putting on will be PURE lean body mass and basically no body fat whatsoever. The other aspects of longevity and mitochondrial density of ketosis make it all worth it. The main driver of muscle growth on keto is the training stimulus. You don't need carbs to get stronger. To train hard enough you simply have to have enough will power and muscle glycogen. Muscle glycogen doesn't need carbs. Glycerol, which is the backbone of triglycerides can be converted into glycogen by the liver. It might just take slightly longer. To be honest, you actually need to train like a professional athlete to NEED carbs. I don't think you have Crossfit WODs every day. You can also read my blog post about how to build muscle on keto. I go into more detail about the science and physiology aspect of it. As well as my personal experience. http://siimland.com/how-to-build-muscle-on-keto/

Just watched the movie. Can you compare it with the book?

I want to increase my knowledge about Yoga as a discipline not as a workout program. What are the best fundamental Yoga books out there? The ones that focus on the philosophy and history aspect of it. Also, I'm interested in warrior type Yoga. Something that they would have taught ancient warriors like Arjuna. What are your best recommendations?

The biggest mistake people make with bulking is that they eat whatever. If you're not tracking your macros it's very easy to consume too big of a surplus with junk food. What's wrong with consuming too many surplus calories? Well, muscle is built very slowly and you're not really helping building lean body mass after a certain point. After you've hit a point of diminishing returns you'll be using those surplus calories solely for fat gain. Also, you can't lose fat cells. They will only shrink or increase according to your body fat percentage. Dirty bulking may cause some metabolic damage and may leave you fatter than you would normally be. To build as much muscle and as little fat as possible you have to eat only a small surplus, about 500 calories would be sufficient. The longer you do this the better your gains are going to be. Also, you don't have to kill yourself with cardio later when cutting as well. Keep it controlled. As far as calorie quality is concerned, then it doesn't matter for body composition. However, IIFYM isn't optimal for long term health. The 80/20 principle still works and isn't that bad. For muscle building you actually need: adequate stimulation (train hard enough) protein synthesis (eat enough protein) energy (calories to build new tissue) the necessary hormones (mainly mTor and HGH, including others) I've managed to actually build muscle and strength on a ketogenic diet by following these guidelines. Hopefully, it helps you in your decision making.