Biohacking Beauty: The Anti-Aging Skincare Podcast Fady & Marina: How Real-Time Hormone Data Extends Longevity
Nov 19, 2025
Marina Pavlovich Rivas, a Forbes 30 Under 30 alum and CEO of Eli Health, teams up with Dr. Fadi Hana Shmuni, a clinician-scientist in endocrinology. They discuss their groundbreaking HormoMeter, which provides real-time hormone data through saliva testing. Discover how cortisol rhythms influence energy, mood, and skin health, along with the concept of 'cortisol face.' Their AI-powered app offers personalized lifestyle insights, emphasizing the importance of frequent hormone tracking for better aging and health optimization.
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Diurnal Rhythm Beats Single Readings
- Cortisol follows a diurnal rhythm that should be high in the morning and low at night, and the rhythm matters more than a single reading.
- Serial measurements reveal dysregulation of the HPA axis that one-off tests miss and guide targeted interventions.
Fix Hormones With Tailored Lifestyle Changes
- Prioritize lifestyle changes (sleep, exercise timing, hydration, light exposure) as first-line steps to rebalance cortisol and progesterone.
- Adjust exercise type, timing, and intensity based on your cortisol pattern to avoid worsening dysregulation.
Match Activity Timing To Cortisol Pattern
- If cortisol is chronically high, avoid high-intensity exercise later in the day and choose calming movement instead.
- If cortisol is chronically low, use morning light exposure and routines that promote a healthy morning spike.