Daily Value
Daily Value brings science out of the lab and into daily life. Hosted by Dr. William Wallace, each short, research-driven episode explores how nutrients, supplements, and metabolism influence how we think, move, and age. It’s evidence-based, concise, and designed to make you smarter about what fuels you.
Episodes
64 episodes
Discovered: an amino acid that helps the gut heal itself
Every few days, your gut rebuilds itself completely - cell by cell, guided by signals we still don’t fully understand. For years, scientists have known that diet can influence this process, but the exact messenger between what we eat and how th...
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7:42
Creatine’s Role in Mitochondria is Bigger Than You Thought
Creatine’s story has been far too small for its biology. Most people still see it as a supplement for strength or cognitive performance, but its most important work happens inside the mitochondria.In this episode, we explore a side of cr...
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Episode 66
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7:34
Polyphenols Are Doing Something No One Expected
In this episode of The Daily Value, we look at new research suggesting that polyphenols might be doing something we never expected — not just acting as antioxidants, but organizing themselves into microscopic structures that can stabilize the v...
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Episode 65
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11:20
Lead Exposure from Protein Supplements Explained
In this episode of The Daily Value, we examine Consumer Reports’ October 2025 findings on lead in protein powders. The investigation tested 23 products and found that more than two-thirds exceeded the organization’s internal lead safet...
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17:03
Coffee: The 2025 Blueprint
October 1st (yesterday) was International Coffee Day. In this episode, we trace coffee’s journey from ancient ritual to modern science. Once a sacred brew in Ethiopia and Yemen, coffee now fuels billions daily. In 2025, research is rewriting ho...
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9:27
Women and Alzheimer’s: A New Lead
Why are nearly two-thirds of Alzheimer’s patients women? For decades, the explanation seemed simple: women live longer. But the numbers don’t add up. Even after 80, when survival rates even out, women are still more likely to be diagnosed. A ne...
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Episode 62
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13:34
The Case of the Missing Molecules
Parkinson’s disease has long been defined by the death of neurons in the brain. Yet, decades before tremors appear, the first signs emerge quietly in the gut. Recent evidence reveals a puzzling disappearance: microbial pathways that once produc...
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Episode 61
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11:35
Two Compounds That Recharge Aging Neurons
In the aging brain, neurons begin to lose a hidden currency. Not just ATP, but GTP - that powers their ability to clear away toxic proteins. Without it, the cleanup crews stall, and amyloid builds up. A team at UC Irvine may have uncovered a wa...
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Episode 60
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10:16
The Microbes That Pay Your Energy Bill
Your gut microbes don’t just digest food, they can power you. In this episode, we uncover a hidden energy stream: short-chain fatty acids produced when microbes ferment plant fibers, potentially supplying anywhere from 2% to 10% of your daily c...
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Episode 59
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8:47
Hidden in the Water: Lithium’s Secret
What if one of the brain’s most important defenses was hiding in plain sight? In this episode, we take a look at lithium, a trace element found in water, food, and the brain itself. Long before brain scans, people made pilgrimages to lithium-ri...
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12:22
The Glutathione-Motivation Link
In this episode of Daily Value, we look into the biochemical foundations of motivation, emphasizing the critical role of glutathione, a primary antioxidant in the brain.Motivation is not merely a psychological trait, it is a metabolicall...
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Episode 57
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22:46
The Neuroscience of Dietary Fiber
In this episode of Daily Value, we look at the surprising connection between dietary fiber and cognitive health. Fiber isn’t just about digestion - it’s a powerful nutrient influencing your brain through the gut-brain axis. We’ll take a look at...
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Episode 56
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18:03
Optimizing Vitamin Uptake via the Microbiome
In this episode of Daily Value, we evaluate the often-overlooked yet powerful connection between your gut microbiome and vitamin absorption. Going beyond basic nutrition, we’ll break down how gut bacteria directly influence your body's ability ...
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Episode 55
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11:25
Methylene Blue and the Bioenergetics of Memory
In this episode of Daily Value, we look at the neurometabolic potential of methylene blue, a synthetic dye first synthesized in the 19th century, for supporting brain energy metabolism during aging. Originally developed for textile use, methyle...
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Episode 54
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19:24
The Vitamin C-risis: Why Current Guidelines Fail Us
Today’s episode of Daily Value questions something fundamental—the guidelines that shape our daily vitamin C intake. What if the rules you've been following were set too low, missing a hidden metabolic reality that affects millions? New evidenc...
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Episode 53
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20:46
The Vitamin Link to Neuropsychiatric Disorders
In this episode of Daily Value, we look at the influence of B vitamins on mental health and neuropsychiatric disorders. The discussion is centered around a recently published meta-analysis suggesting a causal link between B vitamin deficiencies...
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Episode 52
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10:06
Gut Check: The Hidden Role of B Vitamins
In this episode of Daily Value, we look into the research on the relationship between B group vitamins and the human gut microbiome. The discussion focuses on how B vitamins might act as prebiotics, influencing gut health and overall well-being...
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11:21
The Antioxidant of Antioxidants: A Compound You're Not Paying Attention To
In this episode of Daily Value, we look at the often overlooked yet potent nutrient, alpha lipoic acid, which is integral to mitochondrial energy metabolism and cellular health. Discovered in 1937, ALA acts as a primary antioxidant in the body....
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Episode 50
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14:22
Energy Drink Ingredient Linked to Cancer? The Taurine Controversy
In this episode of Daily Value, we look at the recent controversy surrounding taurine and its alleged role in accelerating leukemia (cancer) growth. We take a look at the science behind the recent sensationalist headlines generated by well-know...
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Episode 49
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10:06
B12: When Normal Isn't Enough
In this episode of Daily Value, we look at recent research suggesting that the B12 levels we’ve always accepted as "normal" might silently be failing our brains. New data reveals that standard B12 thresholds may not adequately shield us from su...
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Episode 48
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12:45
The Nutrient Duo That Could Save Your Mind
In this episode of Daily Value, we look into the synergistic relationship between two nutrient classes in supporting brain health and mitigating cognitive decline. Drawing on evidence from past clinical evidence suggesting these two nutrient cl...
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Episode 47
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8:24
NAD Wars: NMN vs NR in the Aging Battle
In this episode of Daily Value, we look inside the NAD+ wars - breaking down the science, the hype, and the controversy surrounding Nicotinamide Riboside (NR) and Nicotinamide Mononucleotide (NMN). These two molecules have been promoted as keys...
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13:48
The Vitamin D-ilemma: Are the New Guidelines Missing the Mark?
Vitamin D recommendations in 1941 began this debate. Over the years, updated guidelines have continued to spark controversy and debate in the field of vitamin D research.In this episode of Daily Value, we look at the recent “Vit...
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Episode 45
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20:06
Creatine Chronicles: Examining Safety and Dispelling Myths
Debunking Myths: The safety and side effects of creatine supplementation. In this episode of Daily Value we look into the safety concerns surrounding creatine supplementation. Creatine, a well-researched dietary supplement known for its muscle-...
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Episode 44
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11:34
The Most Neuroprotective Compound You've Never Heard Of
In this episode of Daily Value, we look at a forgotten compound found in common vegetables such as kale, spinach, and broccoli. Discovered in the 1930s and initially thought to be a vitamin (dubbed “Vitamin P”), this compound has recently demon...
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Episode 43
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8:06