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I tried raw milk for the first time—and here’s what I found out (from a pharmacist’s perspective):

Raw milk is milk that hasn’t been pasteurized, meaning it retains all of its natural enzymes, beneficial bacteria, and fat-soluble vitamins like A, D, and K2. Some studies suggest it may support better digestion, immune tolerance, and even reduce the risk of allergies in children due to intact probiotic strains and immunoglobulins.

But—there are real risks. (And hear me out on this before you get mad because there’s a solution) Raw milk can carry harmful bacteria like E. coli, Listeria, and Salmonella if it’s not handled with care. That’s why it’s banned in many states and countries. Supporters claim the benefits outweigh the risks when sourced responsibly—but sourcing is everything.

If you're going to try it, look for raw milk from small, certified farms where cows are 100% grass-fed, regularly tested for pathogens, and milk is handled in ultra-clean conditions. Many farms will publish their testing results and follow strict herd health protocols. Transparency is key—if a farm won’t answer your questions, don’t buy from them šŸ¤·ā€ā™€ļø

Bottom line? It’s not a conspiracy—it’s a sourcing issue. Know your farm, understand the benefits, and choose what’s best for your body.

PS it tasted great šŸ‘

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You don’t need a complicated routine to feel better—you need the fundamentals. Prioritize mineral repletion (especially magnesium, sodium, and potassium), regulate blood sugar by front-loading protein and fiber, and move your body daily to support insulin sensitivity and lower inflammation.

Small habits, done consistently, are what actually change your health 🦄

A woman with credentials, a platform, and great lips? I can see how that’s confusing for you.

Spotted in Manuel Antonio šŸ‘€ 🦄 Sloths have this natural way of taking it easy that’s oddly reassuring… their fur grows algae, and while it might seem like just a result of their slow pace, it’s actually part of their secret. They don’t force it. They don’t rush through life, but over time, something good happens anyway—this little green ecosystem forms around them.

It’s like the universe is giving them a reminder that when you move at your own pace, things start to align, even if you’re not trying to make it happen. ✨

If you're tired, stressed, anxious, or not sleeping—magnesium is probably the missing link.

Over 300 enzyme systems rely on it, yet most people are severely deficient. Stress, caffeine, workouts, and birth control deplete it fast. And no, a healthy diet won’t fix it.

Not all magnesium is equal. Here’s why a multi-magnesium complex works:

Magnesium Bisglycinate – Calms the nervous system, supports sleep without drowsiness.

Magnesium Malate – Boosts energy, supports muscle recovery.

Magnesium Threonate – Supports cognitive function & brain health.

Magnesium Taurate – Aids cardiovascular health & mood stability.

Magnesium Orotate – Helps with cellular energy & DNA repair.

Magnesium Citrate – Supports digestion. Great for constipation, but shouldn’t be taken alone long term unless you’re using it in a complex.

Magnesium Gluconate – Bioavailable & gentle on the stomach.

Magnesium Chloride – Topical, soothes muscle pain and promotes relaxation.

If there’s one supplement you should be taking, it’s magnesium ✨

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I walked into the primal house the other day in beautiful Uvita, and nostr:nprofile1qqsgqke57uygxl0m8elstq26c4mq2erz3dvdtgxwswwvhdh0xcs04scyt7yh7 asked me…

ā€œIf you were in my shoes (growth @ Primal), what would you do to grow Primal and Nostr?ā€

I’ve been thinking about this the last couple daysā€¦šŸ¤”

Here’s what I got:

First off, I feel like the biggest unlock for nostr is recruiting creators with existing audiences on other platforms to come over to nostr.

One creator with a massive following could lead to thousands of new nostr users…

We’ve seen this happen many times over…

Now play that out across hundreds of creators with large audiences - this could have a massive impact.

With that being said…

šŸ¤” What’s the best way to recruit creators to the network at scale?

šŸ¤” What’s an absolute no brainer offer to a large creator, something that they couldn’t say no to…?

šŸ¤” Would ā€œrecruitingā€ creators even work? Should all growth here just be organic and natural…?

While I was thinking this through, I had to remind myself of a hurdle that we’d need to overcome to make this work:

Creators DON’T want another platform.

Most are already overwhelmed with the number of apps they need to post on and keep up with…

99.9% aren’t actively looking for ā€œanother social mediaā€

So…

šŸ§ šŸ’­ Here’s the plan šŸ’­šŸ§ 

1ļøāƒ£ Target a group of top creators on X to recruit to Primal.

We’ll start with Health & Wellness creators since it feels pretty tangential to the existing (primarily bitcoin-focused) network.

ChatGPT deep research estimates there are 200,000 health & wellness influencers with over 50,000 followers on X.

2ļøāƒ£ Take that list and create nostr accounts for each.

Start auto-populating their accounts with their existing tweets.

Essentially, bridge the X accounts - whenver they post on X it auto-posts to Nostr.

Now, the most critical step is ensuring that these accounts have a way to receive zaps - even before they’re ā€œclaimedā€.

Sats would accumulate in their wallet until the user ā€œclaimsā€ their account.

The more zaps they receive, the larger the incentive is to come over to nostr and actually claim their account (more on this soon)…

This would tap into into the existing nostr network to ā€œvote with their satsā€ on who they want to see come over to the network…

It crowdsources the growth engine of the network.

šŸ“Side notes/tangential ideas:

- Maybe Primal marks these accounts as ā€œunclaimed/unverifiedā€ so it’s transparent

- After a certain number of days ā€œUnclaimedā€ wallets get their sats sent back to the sender…?

- I’m not technical so idk how any of this would work… just dreaming up over here.

Now, let’s talk about setup and execution:

3ļøāƒ£ Cold Outbound system setup

Build out an email list of all of these creators in step 1.

Use a tool like TweetScraper or other email scraping tools.

Set up a cold email outreach system using Instantly AI…

Spin up a handful of domains and email inboxes - should be able to send 1000s of emails daily.

For some extra touch points set up Drippi AI for Twitter DM outreach out scale.

Now here’s where it get’s interesting…

4ļøāƒ£ The NO BRAINER pitch.

Message each creator with a short no brainer pitch…

Remember, 99% of creators don’t want another platform to post to…

This no brainer pitch is meant to get their foot in the door.

We’re not selling the full nostr vision (just yet)…

For now, we’re literally just going for the primal app download.

The pitch?

You have free BTC waiting for you, an audience that’s already growing, and it requires 0 effort to maintain since your account will auto-post from X.

Follow up with their updated stats every 14 days.

ā€œYou gained 197 followers and were zapped 21,538 sats these past 14 days… come claim your account and walletā€

This could be done at scale - sending thousands of these emails daily to targeted high profile creators.

5ļøāƒ£ is it even worth it…?

I had a conversation with nostr:nprofile1qqspywh6ulgc0w3k6mwum97m7jkvtxh0lcjr77p9jtlc7f0d27wlxpslh36g7 and he mentioned that it seems like all marketing efforts to grow primal/nostr are irrelevant and the only thing that moves the needle are big events…

Things like:

- Twitter banned in Brazil

- Telegram CEO arrest

- Ross Ulbricht joins nostr (soon šŸ‘€)

Macro events will likely always be the needle movers…

But imagine 100,000 creators already warmed up when the next big wave happens?

Lmk what you think šŸ‘‡šŸ½

Hoping this sparks other ideas and conversations

Recruiting creators with an existing audience is key šŸ”‘

PEOPLE ALWAYS MAKE THIS MISTAKE WITH ASHWAGANDHA!! šŸ‘€ADAPTogens help your body ADAPT to stress- but there is a right and wrong way to use them.

The most well known adaptogen is Ashwagandha- but this is a sedating adaptogen - so it should be taken in the evening time.

The best type of Ashwagandha is KSM-66 (this is the clinically studied type) and you should always cycle it- take it for 4 weeks, then discontinue for 3 weeks, then continue for 4 weeks- so on and so forth šŸ¦‹

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Supplements aren’t clinically studied so we can’t recommend them.ā€

Here’s why that argument doesn’t actually make sense šŸ‘‡šŸ¼

Clinical trials cost $20–100+ million to run. That’s why they’re usually funded by pharmaceutical companies — who can:

āœ”ļø Patent the drug

āœ”ļø Get FDA approval

āœ”ļø Recoup the cost (and more) through insurance + exclusivity

You can’t patent a natural substance like magnesium or turmeric. So there’s no financial incentive to spend millions studying something you can’t own — even if it works.

So no, the supplement industry doesn’t run billion-dollar clinical trials. Not because supplements are ineffective. But because the system isn’t designed to support research on natural compounds that can’t be monetized like Rx medications.

That’s why the whole ā€œthere’s no clinical trialā€ argument is incomplete at best. But here’s the part that actually matters: How do you choose a high-quality supplement?

āœ”ļø cGMP certified — means the product is made in a facility that meets FDA standards for safety, purity, and potency

āœ”ļø Third-party tested — NSF, USP, or ConsumerLab verified

āœ”ļø No proprietary blends — transparent dosing, nothing hidden

āœ”ļø Clinical dosages — not just trendy ingredients sprinkled in for the label

Not all supplements are created equal. But the good ones? They’re backed by real science, smart formulation, and quality manufacturing šŸ¤—

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Thank you! šŸ¦‹šŸ¦‹

Hi, I’m Ariana — pharmacist, functional nutrition counselor, and the creator behind Iris Supplements and @wellness.pharm.

My background is in pharmacy, but my passion is helping people feel better in their bodies—physically, mentally, and emotionally. My content focuses on evidence-based wellness, functional supplements, and simple nutrition shifts that actually make a difference.

I share what I’ve learned through both clinical experience and personal trial: how to support your hormones, manage stress, and feel good in your skin without extreme protocols or perfection.

I built Iris Supplements to reflect that same philosophy—clean, effective, and rooted in real science.

If you’re here on Primal, you probably value decentralization, freedom, and thinking for yourself. That’s exactly why I’m here too. I want to connect with people who care about health on a deeper level—without censorship, without algorithm games, just direct conversation and value exchange. I hope what I share helps you!

#health #introductions

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