Barton Scott is a biochemist, nutritionist, and researcher who is passionate about helping people to address the stress of daily life, poor sleep, hormone issues and fatigue. As the Founder and process developer behind Upgraded Formulas, Barton develops solutions to combat the toxicity of the modern world, the lack of nutrients in our soil and food, and the nutrient absorption issues we all face. Every purchase at UpgradedFormulas.com also supports Charitywater.org in the great work they do to provide clean drinking water to people around the globe.    Barton is offering a special discount to Thought Room listeners for 15% off their first purchase from Upgraded Formulas, which includes mineral supplements, testing kits, consultations, courses, and other offerings on the website. Code: THOUGHTROOM Thought Roomies- I started a Telegram channel More than 100+ you have already joined this free community where you’ll receive my daily musings, poetry, playlists, meditations, insights, live streams, and more! Want to get into my inner circle? Click here → https://t.me/hallie_rose ←    If You Enjoy The Thought Room Please Subscribe and Give Us a 5-Star Rating ★★★★★ and Review on Apple Podcasts or give us a shoutout on Instagram with your favorite moment from this episode for a chance to be re-shared. Find me on Instagram @hallie_rosebud and @thoughtroompodcast.  If the Thought Room means something to you, I want to know.  Your voice means the world, and YOU matter to me.  Please consider writing me a line or two, or share your excitement by tapping the link below.    ↓Quick link to leave some ♥ LOVE ♥  for The Thought Room: ↓    → https://kite.link/Review ←  As a thank you, download my free gift to you: 5 Minutes to Freedom Meditation  https://www.hallierose.com/meditation This episode is sponsored by:   3rd Eye Cacao:  Click here —> https://thirdeyecacao.com/thoughtroom Use the coupon code “THOUGHTROOM” for 15% off!   Why cacao? As an excellent alternative to coffee, cacao is rich in theobromine, a native relative to caffeine. Theobromine's heart-opening effects energize the body and elevate the mood.  Third Eye Cacao is organically grown, hand picked and sun-dried. Just boil water— Third Eye Cacao is easy enough for your morning ritual, and pure enough to be used for cacao ceremonies! (Check out Ep. 40 with Third Eye Founder, Neil Ryan Dumra).    Somatic Release Breathwork:  Click here —> Somatic Release Breathwork Training with Steven Jaggers Use the coupon code “THOUGHTROOM” for $200 off in-person or online training!   Upgraded Formulas Click here —> upgradedformulas.com Use the coupon code “THOUGHTROOM” for 15% off your first purchase! Topics Explored:    8:56 - Why Barton decided to pursue his passion for nutrition How sports and chronic stress led to debilitating brain fog  The negative personality side effects of prescribed pharmaceuticals  How Barton’s self-testing of nutrients inspired him to take action 21:50 - The importance of nutrient absorption The difference between absorption and utilization How he put his chemical engineering degree to use to build a sustainable business and develop minerals that are easier for our bodies to absorb The benefits of liquid minerals versus capsules 30:57 - Why we are facing the universal problem of mineral deficiencies Chronic Magnesium and Iodine deficiency and its symptoms and causes Declining nutrition in our topsoil and how agricultural practices affect our food sources How we are now genetically perpetuating these deficiencies in our DNA  How innovation can help us solve global nutrition challenges How Barton’s magnesium product helped Hallie improve her mental alertness 43:50 - How testing creates a critical road map to empower people in their health How replenishing people’s nutrients can lead to more collective magic-making How improved thyroid function can lead to innovation 60:17 - How nutrition affects our personality patterns The masculine and feminine