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Darin Olien is a “Superfood Hunter”, exotic superfood expert, and the author of the book, SuperLife. He uses his hands on experience and knowledge to help formulate supplements and has a passion for traveling the planet to discover new and underutilized medicinal plants and healthy foods.  In this episode you’ll learn: What Darin does as a superfood hunter a how he got started in the field Why he travels all over the world to visit superfood farms in person and what he’s learned What “wild food” really is   About how and where baruka nuts are harvested Why Darin believes fair trade is crucial and how he operates business with locals  About the journey to create technology that can successfully crack a baruka rather than having locals do it by hand What a baruka tastes like and about it’s nutritional content  About their program to plant trees in Brazil and fight deforestation  How each food purchase is like “voting with your dollars” How spending a few extra bucks can really change the nutrient content you receive About Darin’s book SuperLife and his approach to nutrition  Darin’s hint as to what his next superfood focus will be  About the benefits of turmeric and other superfoods  How losing his house in Malibu fire has affected his outlook on life How Darin stays fit while traveling and about his recent favorite pool workout  What Darin’s new podcast will include  About Darin’s morning routine and how it has helped him know himself better   References from the episodes: Connect with Darin Olien:  @superlifeliving | superlife.com  Baraku Nuts: barukas.com/meowmeix