Before there was HVMN Ketone, there was the "Metabolic Dominance" program.  This program, initiated by DARPA (Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency), was spear-headed by Joe Bielitzki.  The goal? To enable superior physical and physiological warfighter performance by controlling energy metabolism on demand. The result? 15+ years of research that led to the creation of the world's first ketone ester. Joe, who was also NASA's Chief Veterinary Officer, joins us this week to share a special, behind-the-scenes view of the ketone ester's deep history. In this discussion, you'll discover:  Why the other compounds Joe tested was not reaching the bar, and how he ended up with going with the ketone ester How DARPA executes on programs to improve soldier performance Ponder over how primal humans utilized ketosis, and why modern humans can benefit from this "ancient" fuel   We want to hear from you. Contact podcast@hvmn.com with any feedback, questions, and guest suggestions! Write a review for us on iTunes, let us know via email, and we'll send you a free Sprint Mini.