What Happens When A *Pharmacist* Decides To Start A *Supplements* Company (WARNING: Be Careful With Your Creatine Gummies!)
Summary
Ben Greenfield interviews Mazen Karnabi, a pharmacist who founded the supplement brand Xenos after a melanoma diagnosis shifted his focus to prevention. They discuss Karnabi’s philosophy of using licensed, high-dose ingredients to target multiple biological pathways for brain, muscle, and kidney health. The conversation covers specific products like creatine gummies and urinary support formulas, alongside Karnabi’s data-driven approach to self-quantification and his upcoming wellness festival in Riyadh.
Topics discussed
Introduction and guest Mazen Karn
Quantum Upgrade ad: EMF protection
Fatty15 ad: C-15 for cellular health
The Man Who Became Human documentary
Mazen's background as a pharmacist
Mazen's melanoma diagnosis
Hyya ad: Kids vitamins and protein
Anthros ad: Ergonomic chair
Xenos supplement formulation philosophy
Creatine gummies and purity issues
Urizen: Kidney and urinary support
Bond Charge ad: Red light hair cap
Health Optimization Summit London 2026
VZen: Vaginal health and UTI prevention
BeautyZen: Hair, skin, and nails
Personal biomarker testing and data
Xenos Alive Festival in Riyadh
Outro and FTC disclaimer
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