Growth Island

About Growth Island

Growth Island is a podcast about how to become and be the best version of yourself. The focus is on strategies, tools, and blueprints for a meaningful life. I interview high performers and experts within nutrition, meditation, exercise, relationships, business, general health and lifes bigger mysteries. More info at www.growthisland.com

Publisher

Growth Island

Category

health & fitness

Language

en

Explicit

Yes

First episode

15 Sept 2018

Latest episode

15 Jul 2026

Latest episodes

128 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   15 Jul 2026

   Why This Water Experiment Shocks Scientists | Nikolaj Blom

   In this episode, scientist and researcher Nikolaj Blom explores one of the most fascinating and controversial areas of modern physics: the true nature of water. Through the famous floating water bridge experiment, he explains why some researchers believe our current understanding of water may be incomplete, how coherent water structures form, and what this could mean for biology, technology, and human health. Nikolaj Blom is a scientist and researcher with a background in microbiology, DNA research, electromagnetic frequencies, and coherent water science. His work focuses on emerging areas of physics and biology, including the effects of electromagnetic fields on bacteria, liquid water structures, and coherence in biological systems. He explains: ◻️ The floating water bridge experiment that appears to defy the traditional understanding of physics. ◻️ Why purified water can organize itself into stable structures under high voltage. ◻️ The growing scientific theory that liquid water may exist in multiple dynamic states simultaneously. ◻️ Why the classical model of water as isolated H2O molecules may be incomplete. ◻️ How water molecules may behave collectively, similar to swarms of birds moving as one synchronized system. ◻️ How electromagnetic frequencies were successfully used to inhibit bacterial growth without chemicals. ◻️ Why many breakthrough scientific discoveries are initially ridiculed before becoming accepted. ◻️ The surprising role crystals play inside radios, smartphones, frequency transmission, and LCD screens. ◻️ How emerging water research could reshape future discussions around biology, medicine, and human performance. ⏱ TIMESTAMPS 00:00 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z6BWyFSe2YQ) – The Water Experiment Physics Can't Explain 00:47 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z6BWyFSe2YQ&t=47s) – The Origins of the Floating Water Bridge Experiment 02:33 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z6BWyFSe2YQ&t=153s) – Why Pure Water Changes Everything 04:24 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z6BWyFSe2YQ&t=264s) – The Water Bridge Forms Live on Camera 05:01 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z6BWyFSe2YQ&t=301s) – Why Water May Be More Than H2O 06:08 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z6BWyFSe2YQ&t=368s) – Water Molecules Acting Like One Organism 07:55 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z6BWyFSe2YQ&t=475s) – How This Could Change Science & Human Health 14:41 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z6BWyFSe2YQ&t=881s) – The “Fourth Phase” of Water Explained 17:39 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z6BWyFSe2YQ&t=1059s) – Why Nikolaj Uses the Term “Coherent Water” 27:08 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z6BWyFSe2YQ&t=1628s)– Why Smartphones Depend on Liquid Crystals 29:19 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z6BWyFSe2YQ&t=1759s) – Could Crystals Influence Human Biology? 32:17 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z6BWyFSe2YQ&t=1937s) – Why Water Research Changed Nikolaj's Career 33:08 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z6BWyFSe2YQ&t=1988s) – How Coherent Water Could Affect the Human Body 35:30 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z6BWyFSe2YQ&t=2130s) – Measuring Human Electromagnetic Fields 36:18 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z6BWyFSe2YQ&t=2178s) – Could Frequencies Be Used for Healing? 38:44 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z6BWyFSe2YQ&t=2324s) – The “Power Pack” Water Technology Explained 40:05 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z6BWyFSe2YQ&t=2405s) – Why Some Companies Quietly Use This Technology 42:34 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z6BWyFSe2YQ&t=2554s) – The Device Nikolaj Wears Near His Heart 44:30 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z6BWyFSe2YQ&t=2670s) – Can Ordinary People Buy These Water Devices? 46:13 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z6BWyFSe2YQ&t=2773s) – The Theory Behind Coherent Water Bottles 47:32 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z6BWyFSe2YQ&t=2852s) – Placebo, Nocebo & the Power of Belief 49:00 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z6BWyFSe2YQ&t=2940s) – Can Human Intention Affect Water? 51:09 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z6BWyFSe2YQ&t=3069s) – The Famous Water Crystal Experiments 52:34 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z6BWyFSe2YQ&t=3154s) – Communicating With Water: Science or Myth? 54:17 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z6BWyFSe2YQ&t=3257s) – How Gratitude May Influence Human Frequency 01:03:35 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z6BWyFSe2YQ&t=3815s) – Hydrogen Water & Potential Health Effects 01:05:00 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z6BWyFSe2YQ&t=3900s) – Why Nikolaj Jumps Into Cold Water Year-Round 01:06:33 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z6BWyFSe2YQ&t=3993s) – How Water Research Could Change Green Technology 01:08:02 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z6BWyFSe2YQ&t=4082s) – Where To Find Nikolaj Blom Follow Nikolaj Blom: Research / Publications: https://independent.academia.edu/Niko... 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(https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbU16a3RHLVgyWDJ2ajl2blhEaTRnSXBOSzZ6QXxBQ3Jtc0tsRGZPSFVaeWd2aDk4R2ZmLVZpV18wMUpLRXNUWjk2VjU5cmItbV9iYnVVWDMwS1JZTjVhbVYtSHFoU29CbTFGSHFzdGZVSHZITmszaWlsYXRlOFZiNUw4T0VDOF9ianpTOFhDWjdGUjkwcTVRNnhpRQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.dtu.dk%2Fenglish%2Fnews%2Fall-news%2Fnyhed%3Fid%3D5e74ed94-918e-470c-9fc9-be5f270f4981&v=Z6BWyFSe2YQ) Mads Friis - Growth Island: Mads Friis Website: https://www.madsfriis.com (https://www.madsfriis.com) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/madsmfriis (https://www.instagram.com/madsmfriis) LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/madsmfriis (https://www.linkedin.com/in/madsmfriis) Growth Island Website: https://www.growthisland.com (https://www.growthisland.com) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegrowthisland/ (https://www.instagram.com/thegrowthisland/) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/growthisland.madsfriis (https://www.facebook.com/growthisland.madsfriis) YouTube Shorts: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9Q0ij-HEj7XcMfJPthbb2A/videos (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9Q0ij-HEj7XcMfJPthbb2A/videos) Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/dk/podcast/growth-island/id1436400072 (https://podcasts.apple.com/dk/podcast/growth-island/id1436400072) SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/growthisland (https://soundcloud.com/growthisland) LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/growth-island (https://www.linkedin.com/company/growth-island) Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Iw8IvNKwDEs5Rg7YWaJnP (https://open.spotify.com/show/3Iw8IvNKwDEs5Rg7YWaJnP)

2. 

   22 Apr 2026

   The Morning Smoothie Blueprint for Men: Science-Backed Ingredients for Longevity | Umahro Cadogan

   Why do most people struggle with energy, focus, and health as they age?In this episode, I sit down with Umahro Cadogan, a world-renowned Functional Medicine expert, to discuss the simple yet powerful habits that define long-term vitality.Umahro breaks down the "600g Rule": the minimum amount of vegetables, berries, and fruits required to slash your risk of chronic disease, and why falling short by just 100g can shorten your life. We dive deep into the science of morning smoothies, the truth about glucose spikes, and how to distinguish between real health advice and social media noise.He shares:◻️Why a morning smoothie is the ultimate "all-in-one" solution for men's health.◻️The 600g rule: The exact amount of produce you need to prevent premature ageing. ◻️Why being "afraid of fruit" is scientifically unfounded and dangerous. ◻️The truth about CGMs and why normal glucose variation is being mislabeled as "toxic." ◻️How to hit the 1.6g/kg protein threshold for muscle maintenance and longevity. ◻️The "Biohacker Bias": Why many health influencers are giving advice that doesn't apply to you. ◻️The 3 nuts that create the creamiest plant-based smoothies (without the "plant" taste). ◻️Why health is ultimately a form of self-love and communication with your body. ⏱ Timestamps: 0:00 - Why morning smoothies are a game-changer. 01:00 - The 600g Rule: The minimum dose for a longer life. 02:30 - Debunking the "Fruit is Dangerous" myth. 04:15 - The Truth About Glucose Spikes and CGMs. 06:30 - Single Factor Thinking: The biggest mistake in modern health. 08:15 - The Blueprint for a High-Performance Smoothie. 09:30 - Protein Science: 1.6g/kg, Whey vs. Plant, and "Protein Farts." 12:30 - Quality Control: Arsenic in rice protein and third-party testing. 15:15 - The Digestive Dilemma: Low stomach acid and bloating. 17:30 - Healthy Fats: Nuts, seeds, and the MCT Oil debate. 19:30 - Brain Energy: How ketones and MCTs affect peak performance. 22:30 - Frozen vs. Fresh: Which is actually more nutritious? 25:00 - The Berry Bacteria Scare: Risk management and organic choices. 29:00 - Liquid Bases: The truth about Oat Milk and emulsifiers. 35:30 - How to make plant-based smoothies taste like dairy. 38:30 - The "Pre-Pack" Hack: Prepping a week of health in 10 minutes. 41:30 - Oxalates and Kidney Stones: Should you be worried? 44:30 - The Biohacker Bias: Why "sick person" advice is hurting healthy people. 48:30 - Umahro's Top 3 Smoothie Recipes for Taste and Vitality.52:30 - The Executive Longevity Program and Umahro's upcoming book. 54:30 - The Philosophy of Self-Love: Health as a dialogue with your body.Follow Umahro:Website: https://umahro.dkLinkedIn: https://dk.linkedin.com/in/oscarumahrocadoganInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/umahro/Mads Friis - Growth Island:Mads FriisWebsite: https://www.madsfriis.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/madsmfriisLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/madsmfriisGrowth IslandWebsite: https://www.growthisland.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegrowthisland/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/growthisland.madsfriisYouTube Shorts: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9Q0ij-HEj7XcMfJPthbb2A/videosApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/dk/podcast/growth-island/id1436400072SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/growthislandLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/growth-islandSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Iw8IvNKwDEs5Rg7YWaJnP

3. 

   25 Mar 2026

   Warning: The Hidden Trap High Performers Fall Into — Multi-Venture Entrepreneur Mik Strøyberg Reveals

   Why do people with beautiful families, thriving careers, and financial freedom still feel unhappy? Mik Strøyberg breaks down the paradox of modern achievement, why hitting every external milestone often creates an internal collapse, and how redefining values - not goals - reshapes the entire trajectory of a man’s life. This episode is a deep dive into meaning, belonging, and the cost of a life lived out of alignment. He shares: ◻️ The moment Mik fainted in his living room - and how it exposed the hidden burnout he ignored for years. ◻️ How success, status, and constant performance turned him into someone he didn’t recognize. ◻️ The emotional cost of ambition: loneliness, overextension, and the pressure to be "on" all the time. ◻️ The move to Sri Lanka - and why leaving everything behind was the right way to rebuild. ◻️ The identity shift from high-achieving founder to present father and grounded human being. ◻️ Why high performers stay miserable even when they have everything. ◻️ The dangerous pattern of pretending everything is fine while burning out internally. ◻️ How environment, pace, and culture reshape your nervous system - for better or worse. ◻️ The lifestyle reset: walking 20,000 steps, prioritizing sleep, cutting noise, and reclaiming clarity. ◻️ The questions every ambitious man must ask himself before it's too late. ⏱ Timestamps: 00:00 — Introduction 03:10 — The fainting episode that exposed the truth behind Mik’s burnout 07:25 — Building international companies while losing himself 12:40 — The emotional toll of trying to be “the successful guy” 16:55 — The moment he realized his life was no longer his own 22:10 — Moving to Sri Lanka and rewiring identity from scratch 27:50 — What high performers never admit about happiness 33:05 — Resetting life through movement, sleep, and simplicity 38:20 — Becoming a present father and redefining success 44:15 — The dangerous pattern behind high-achiever burnout Follow Mik: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stroyberg/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikstroyberg/ Mads Friis - Growth Island: Mads Friis Website: https://www.madsfriis.com (https://www.madsfriis.com) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/madsmfriis (https://www.instagram.com/madsmfriis) LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/madsmfriis (https://www.linkedin.com/in/madsmfriis) Growth Island Website: https://www.growthisland.com (https://www.growthisland.com) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegrowthisland/ (https://www.instagram.com/thegrowthisland/) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/growthisland.madsfriis (https://www.facebook.com/growthisland.madsfriis) YouTube Shorts: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9Q0ij-HEj7XcMfJPthbb2A/videos (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9Q0ij-HEj7XcMfJPthbb2A/videos) Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/dk/podcast/growth-island/id1436400072 (https://podcasts.apple.com/dk/podcast/growth-island/id1436400072) SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/growthisland (https://soundcloud.com/growthisland) LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/growth-island (https://www.linkedin.com/company/growth-island) Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Iw8IvNKwDEs5Rg7YWaJnP (https://open.spotify.com/show/3Iw8IvNKwDEs5Rg7YWaJnP)

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