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New Start Nutrition Consulting Hello, my name is Gabriel Roy Espronceda and I am a certified Nutritional Therapy Practitioner.

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🚨 Why Drinking MORE Caffeine Actually Makes You MORE Tired! Most people drink coffee, energy drinks, or pre-workout beca...
06/05/2026

🚨 Why Drinking MORE Caffeine Actually Makes You MORE Tired!

Most people drink coffee, energy drinks, or pre-workout because they think it gives them energy.

The truth? Caffeine doesn't create energy.

Caffeine kicks the can down the road. You may feel more alert temporarily, but eventually your body collects the debt.

☕ 1. Caffeine Blocks Your Sleep Signals!
Throughout the day, adenosine builds up in your brain and creates sleep pressure. Caffeine blocks adenosine receptors, making you feel awake even when you're tired.

⚡ 2. Caffeine Increases Stress Hormones!
Caffeine stimulates cortisol and adrenaline, creating a temporary alert response.

Stress hormones can make you feel energized for a while, but they're not a replacement for true energy. Over time, this can leave you feeling wired, anxious, and exhausted.

🍔 3. Coffee Is Not a Meal!
One of the biggest mistakes people make is replacing breakfast with coffee.

Your body runs on calories, protein, healthy fats, vitamins, minerals, and carbohydrates, not caffeine.

If caffeine suppresses your appetite and causes you to eat less, you lack nutrients.

🥩 4. Caffeine May Increase Nutrient Demands!
B-vitamins help convert food into usable energy. Because caffeine stimulates the nervous system and metabolism, it may increase your body's demand to make energy

😴 Signs You're Overdoing Caffeine
❌ Need caffeine just to function
❌ Afternoon energy crashes
❌ Trouble sleeping
❌ Wake up tired
❌ Anxiety or jitters
❌ Skip meals because you're not hungry
❌ Need more caffeine!

The solution isn't always more caffeine.

Sometimes it's better sleep, more protein, nutrient-dense food, hydration, sunlight, movement, and actually eating enough.

How much caffeine do you drink?

WHY HYPOTHYROID MAY BE CAUSED BY MULTIPLE NUTRITIONAL DEFICIENCIESMillions struggle with Hypothyroidism & Hashimoto’s ev...
05/30/2026

WHY HYPOTHYROID MAY BE CAUSED BY MULTIPLE NUTRITIONAL DEFICIENCIES

Millions struggle with Hypothyroidism & Hashimoto’s every day. Fatigue, weight gain, constipation, hair loss, dry skin, depression, brain fog, low energy, anxiety, and cold hands & feet.

But what if the thyroid is NOT the true root cause?

Many people are told
❌ It’s genetic.
❌ Your thyroid randomly failed.
❌ You’ll need medication forever.

But WHY would the thyroid slow down in the first place?

The thyroid depends on vitamins, minerals, amino acids, healthy fats, gut health, liver function, and cellular energy production to make and activate thyroid hormones properly.

Without proper nutrients, the body may struggle to
⚡ Convert T4 into active T3
⚡ Produce enough thyroid hormone
⚡ Maintain metabolism & body temperature
⚡ Generate cellular energy (ATP)
⚡ Protect the thyroid from oxidative stress

Potential nutrient deficiencies linked to poor thyroid function may include
• Iodine
• Selenium
• Zinc
• Iron
• Magnesium
• Vitamin D
• B Vitamins
• Tyrosine
• Protein deficiency

But nutrients are not the only issue

⚠️ Chronic stress, inflammation, poor gut health, mold, plastics, ultra-processed foods, seed oils, blood sugar dysfunction, liver problems, and environmental toxins may also interfere with thyroid hormone production and conversion.

Sometimes a slow thyroid may actually be the body slowing metabolism down as a survival response to chronic nutrient depletion and stress.

This article explains
✅ How deficiencies may impact thyroid function
✅ Why T4 to T3 conversion matters
✅ How toxins may interfere with the thyroid
✅ Why gut & liver health matter
✅ Why many still feel terrible even on medication

How Accutane (Isotretinoin) Vitamin A Toxicity Induces B-Vitamin Depletions PART 2Did you know HIGH-DOSE Vitamin A may i...
05/22/2026

How Accutane (Isotretinoin) Vitamin A Toxicity Induces B-Vitamin Depletions PART 2

Did you know HIGH-DOSE Vitamin A may increase your body’s demand for MORE B-Vitamins?

People taking Accutane (Isotretinoin) develop symptoms over time that may actually be connected to nutrient depletion and metabolic dysfunction.

In Part 1, we covered how excess Vitamin A disrupts Vitamins C, D, E, K & important minerals, weakening antioxidant defenses, increasing Reactive Oxygen Species (ROS) / oxidative stress, inflammation, mitochondrial dysfunction, and metabolic gridlock.

Especially, B-vitamins.
B-Vitamins are responsible for
⚡ Energy production
🧠 Brain chemistry & neurotransmitters
🔥 Methylation & detoxification
🩸 Red blood cell formation
🧬 DNA repair & cell regeneration
🛡️ Nervous system protection
🫀 Liver metabolism & fat transport

High Dose Vitamin A like Accutane, nutrient demand may increase dramatically. Over time this may contribute to symptoms listed directly on the warning label.

Possible depletion symptoms
❌ Fatigue
❌ Depression & anxiety
❌ Brain fog
❌ Dry skin & dry eyes
❌ Neuropathy
❌ Histamine issues
❌ Headaches
❌ Insomnia
❌ Poor detoxification
❌ Hormonal dysfunction
❌ Hair loss

Many people never ask
WHAT nutrients are being burned through to metabolize excess Vitamin A?

Each B-Vitamin has unique roles in the body, and your “Vitamin A Toxicity” symptoms may be connected to specific nutrient deficiencies and mitochondrial stress.

This is why some people continue having symptoms YEARS after Accutane.

The deeper you study metabolism, the more everything connects. 🧩

🔥 HOW ACCUTANE (ISOTRETINOIN) VITAMIN A TOXICITY MAY INDUCE NUTRIENT DEPLETIONSAccutane (Isotretinoin) is one of the mos...
05/15/2026

🔥 HOW ACCUTANE (ISOTRETINOIN) VITAMIN A TOXICITY MAY INDUCE NUTRIENT DEPLETIONS

Accutane (Isotretinoin) is one of the most controversial acne drugs ever created. While many temporarily clear their skin, others later report chronic dry skin, dry eyes, fatigue, joint pain, hair loss, gut issues, anxiety, and lingering symptoms.

What if many of these symptoms can be better explained through the lens of Hypervitaminosis A (Vitamin A Toxicity) and nutrient depletion?

Accutane is a powerful synthetic retinoid that alters sebaceous gland activity, liver metabolism, immune signaling, and gene expression through retinoic acid receptors. When one pathway becomes overstimulated, other nutrients may become depleted trying to maintain balance.

Possible mechanisms may include
• Vitamin A antagonizing Vitamin D signaling
• Increased oxidative stress raising demand for antioxidants
• Greater need for Zinc, Magnesium, Selenium, Glycine, and B Vitamins
• Chronic dryness overlapping with Biotin & Riboflavin insufficiency
• Disruption of thyroid, mitochondrial, and mucosal membrane function

Accutane works partly by shrinking sebaceous glands and reducing oil production to suppress acne. But the same mechanism may contribute to the severe dryness affecting the skin, scalp, eyes, lips, mouth, and gut lining.

This article explores possible nutrient depletions and metabolic imbalances linked to high-dose Accutane / Vitamin A exposure from drugs, supplements, retinol creams, or excessive intake.

⚠️ Many post-Accutane symptoms overlap with known signs of Vitamin A toxicity and nutrient imbalance.

Click the link in the bio to join Gabe's Health Wisdom to watch the video.

HOW TO DETOX ACCUTANE (ISOTRETINOIN) aka “Vitamin A Toxicity” [Year 4 Update]Thousands of teenagers and young adults str...
05/08/2026

HOW TO DETOX ACCUTANE (ISOTRETINOIN) aka “Vitamin A Toxicity” [Year 4 Update]

Thousands of teenagers and young adults struggling with severe cystic acne have been told the same thing by dermatologists
“Take Accutane.”

Not just facial acne, but painful cystic acne on the chest, back, shoulders, jawline, and even groin area.

The kind of acne that:
⚠️ Oozes pus
⚠️ Leaves scars & holes in the skin
⚠️ Bleeds
⚠️ Causes depression & low self-esteem
⚠️ Makes people afraid to socialize

When you’re in high school, college, dating, or entering the workforce, acne can destroy confidence and mental health.

So people become desperate.
That desperation leads many toward a toxic drug called Accutane (Isotretinoin) a synthetic retinoid related to Vitamin A.

Many people DON’T realize that Accutane is associated with severe side effects that can continue long after treatment ends.

I explain:
🔥 Why Accutane may contribute to symptoms associated with excess Vitamin A exposure
🔥 Why people report long-term side effects after stopping Accutane
🔥 The connection between diet, liver function, inflammation, and acne
🔥 Why nutrient deficiencies & processed foods worsen skin problems
🔥 How to support the body naturally through nutrition & lifestyle changes
🔥 Why fixing the root cause matters more than masking symptoms

Many people are never taught that acne can also be influenced by:
❌ Ultra-processed foods
❌ Seed oils
❌ High sugar diets
❌ Nutrient deficiencies
❌ Gut dysfunction
❌ Hormonal imbalances
❌ Poor sleep & chronic stress

Parents and young adults deserve informed consent before making major health decisions.

DM or comment "Accutane" to get the link to the video.

The No-Fad Liver Detox GuideDetox has become one of the most abused words in health.Everywhere you look, juice cleanses,...
05/01/2026

The No-Fad Liver Detox Guide

Detox has become one of the most abused words in health.

Everywhere you look, juice cleanses, lemon water, cayenne shots, expensive detox teas
and yet people are still tired, inflamed, and toxic.

🚨 Here’s the uncomfortable truth
Your body doesn’t detox from a weekend cleanse.

Your liver is already detoxing 24/7.
The real question is: do you have the nutrients to support it?

🧠 REAL Liver Detox
Liver detoxification isn’t magic, it’s biochemistry:

✔ Phase 1: Converts toxins into reactive intermediates
✔ Phase 2: Neutralizes them for elimination
✔ Exit routes: bile (p**p) + urine

But here’s where most people fail

👉 These pathways depend on nutrients, not trends.

🥩 What Your Liver ACTUALLY Needs:
• B vitamins (B2, B3, B6, B9, B12)
• Minerals (zinc, magnesium, selenium)
• Amino acids (glycine, cysteine, taurine)
• Enough protein + calories

Without these?
You’re not detoxing efficiently no matter how clean your juice is.

🌿 Let’s Talk About Herbs
This might upset some people BUT
Your body does NOT have a herb deficiency.

Herbs like milk thistle or dandelion root can support certain pathways but they do NOT replace nutrient deficiencies.

👉 A nutrient-dense, low-toxin diet will outperform trendy detox stacks every time.

💩 The Missing Piece Nobody Talks About:
If toxins aren’t eliminated, they get reabsorbed.

That’s where fiber & binders come in:
• Help remove toxic bile
• Reduce reabsorption
• Support gut + liver connection
No elimination = no detox

Stop chasing detox gimmicks.
Start supporting detox physiology.

Because real detox isn’t sexy, it’s consistent nutrition.

The Hidden War Veterans Bring Home: Toxic Exposure, Brain Damage & PTSDThe war doesn’t always end when a soldier comes h...
04/24/2026

The Hidden War Veterans Bring Home: Toxic Exposure, Brain Damage & PTSD

The war doesn’t always end when a soldier comes home.

From contaminated water, to burn pit smoke, to chemical exposure from gear and weapons, many veterans face a second battle happening inside their own body.

Most people think of war injuries as visible like bullets, shrapnel, or lost limbs. But some of the most damaging wounds are invisible and often ignored.

Veterans are exposed to:
• Heavy metals (lead, mercury, tungsten, beryllium, aluminum)
• Burn pits & airborne toxins
• Pesticides & insecticides
• Contaminated base water
• Chemical residues from equipment

These exposures don’t just go away. They build up.
They can disrupt brain chemistry, damage mitochondria, alter hormones, and drive chronic inflammation.

Over time, this internal toxic load may contribute to:
⚠️ PTSD symptoms
⚠️ Anxiety & depression
⚠️ Brain fog & memory issues
⚠️ Chronic fatigue
⚠️ Metabolic dysfunction

This is the hidden war. One that continues at the cellular level long after deployment ends.

And the uncomfortable truth? Many veterans are never properly tested or supported for toxic exposure.

So we have to ask
Is it really just PTSD or is there a deeper biochemical issue being overlooked?

Because you can’t fix what you don’t measure.

Comment "PTSD" to get a link to the full video.

Heart Disease Isn’t Just about Cholesterol What’s REALLY Oxidizing Your LDL?Most people think heart disease is just abou...
04/18/2026

Heart Disease Isn’t Just about Cholesterol What’s REALLY Oxidizing Your LDL?

Most people think heart disease is just about cholesterol.

But the real issue?
What’s damaging your arteries AND breaking your LDL

Because LDL alone isn’t the villain.
⚠️ Oxidized LDL is where problems begin

So what’s actually driving that?
⚠️ Blood Sugar Spikes
High glucose = oxidative stress
Damages arteries
Makes LDL easier to oxidize

This is why people with normal cholesterol or low LDL still get heart disease.

Hidden Infections
Bacteria from gum disease have been found in arterial plaque.

👉 Chronic infection = chronic inflammation
immune response triggering plaque buildup

⚡ Oxidative Stress

Your body is constantly exposed to
Pollution
Heavy metals
Microplastics
Stress
These create free radicals that damage both arteries and LDL.

🧴 Processed Oils & Damaged Fats
Highly processed omega 6 PUFA seed oils oxidize easily, especially with heat.
👉 Oxidized fats + lipid peroxidation + oxidized LDL = more damage

Artery Lining Damage
Your vessels have a protective layer (glycocalyx).

When damaged by
High blood sugar
Toxins
Inflammation

👉 Arteries become damaged trapping LDL causing plaque formation

Remember Cholesterol is not bad.
It’s about what’s causing damage and oxidation.

🔍 Focus Here:
✔ Blood sugar control
✔ Lower inflammation
✔ Nutrient-dense foods
✔ Reduce toxic load

💬 Comment “HEART” to get a link to reduce LDL oxidation naturally.

📌 Save this! Most people miss the oxidation link!



How Glyphosate Induces Mineral Deficiencies & InflammationGlyphosate is everywhere.In your food. In your water. In your ...
04/10/2026

How Glyphosate Induces Mineral Deficiencies & Inflammation

Glyphosate is everywhere.
In your food. In your water. In your soil. In your body.

The world’s most popular herbicide, doesn’t just kill weeds
it may disrupt your gut, minerals, and detox systems.

⚠️ Here’s what most people Don't Know
• It binds to essential minerals like zinc, magnesium, & manganese
• It disrupts gut bacteria (bloating, brain fog, skin issues)
• May increase oxidative stress & inflammation
• It lingers in soil, affecting food quality

So how do you actually detox from it?
🧬 Support Your Gut
Healthy bacteria protects your gut
Focus on fermented foods + targeted probiotics

🥦 Increase Fiber Intake
Fiber binds toxins and helps eliminate them through bile
Veggies, Fruits, psyllium husk, sunfiber

💧 Hydration is Vital!
Water helps flush toxins through kidneys and lymphatic flow

🧪 Support Glutathione
Your body’s master detoxifier
Nutrients like Zinc, glycine, NAC, selenium, & vitamin C

🌱 Choose Cleaner Foods When Possible
Organic foods reduce incoming toxin load

🧂 Mineral Repletion
Glyphosate steals your minerals
Zinc, Magnesium

🌿 Support Liver & Bile Flow
Bile is a major detox pathway
Healthy Fats, taurine, choline

💥 The truth?
You can’t avoid glyphosate completely.
But you CAN reduce your exposure & strengthen your body’s ability to handle it.

Health isn’t just about what you eat It’s about what your body can REMOVE.

DM or comment “DETOX” if you want the article & Video 🔽
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Share this with someone who eats clean but still feels off

Wound Healing: A Nutrition Guide to Quicker RecoveryAccidents happen. You fall off your bike.You get cut, stabbed, or in...
04/03/2026

Wound Healing: A Nutrition Guide to Quicker Recovery

Accidents happen. You fall off your bike.
You get cut, stabbed, or injured in ways you never planned for.
A bad hunting accident. Even a friendly dog that suddenly isn’t so friendly.

You rush to the ER and the doctors save your life.

But here’s the part NO ONE talks about 👇
What you do AFTER the hospital determines how fast (and how well) you actually heal.

The Standard American Diet (SAD) is one of the BIGGEST reasons people heal slowly.
Low-quality protein.
Processed oils.
Nutrient deficiencies.

➡️ You might survive the injury
but your body struggles to rebuild.

Healing is NOT just time. It’s biology.
Your body needs:
✔️ Amino acids (from real protein)
✔️ Vitamin C (collagen formation)
✔️ Zinc (cell repair + immune defense)
✔️ Iron (Oxygenated RBCs)
✔️ Copper (collagen strength + blood vessel growth)
✔️ Vitamin K (clotting + tissue organization)

Without these?
👉 Slower healing
👉 Weak tissue
👉 Higher risk of complications

🥩 REAL FOOD = FASTER RECOVERY
If you want to heal faster, focus on:
Muscle meats (complete protein)
Eggs (nutrient dense)
Fruit (vitamin C)
Bone Broth / Collagen (Glycine & Proline)
Proper minerals (zinc, magnesium, calcium)

⚠️ Another harsh truth
You can’t out-heal a bad diet.
Protein shakes and multivitamins won’t fix:
❌ Low protein intake
❌ Processed food overload
❌ Chronic nutrient depletion

Your body is trying to rebuild YOU.
Give it the raw materials it needs.

Click the link in bio to view the full article and video on Patreon. Also available on YouTube.
https://youtu.be/1OSRhRI7RZA

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