Renee Belz & Lauren Sambataro

It's time for another fun Q&A with just the babes! We share the biohacks we're currently trying (including the Eight Sleep mattress), a few client wins, the latest news in the wellness industry, fascinating scientific research AND we answer your questions!SHOW NOTES:0:51 Welcome to the show!2:54 Coming up in this episode3:15 Eight Sleep Pod/Mattress3:59 Optimal sleep temperatures7:10 Lauren’s experience with Eight Sleep8:13 Wake-up feature9:44 EMF exposure11:44 Adding in the Somavedic12:25 HeadsUpHealth data insights15:33 Pulsetto Vagus Nerve Stimulation18:57 *SilverBiotics ad*22:06 Renee’s client win25:54 Lauren’s client win29:14 What really impacts deep sleep?30:50 Caffeine tolerance33:32 CGM as a lifestyle monitor36:56 *Magnesium Breakthrough ad*39:18 New VIRTUAL CGM41:12 Brendan Vermeire & Mental Health47:01 *Do Not Age ad*49:15 In the news: Wearables50:43 OURA Ring x Natural Cycles52:08 “Physical activity is a crisis!”55:10 Incorporating “movement snacks”57:27: Apple: gamifying health insurance57:59: STUDY: Nights Owls & Diabetes1:02:25 STUDY: Hair Straighteners & Cancer1:03:09 STUDY: CDKN2C gene in whales1:04:20 Gluten-free diet & folate status1:07:24 Thanks for tuning in!RESOURCES:Eight Sleep - Code: BIOHACKERBABESSomavedicPulsettoHanu Health - Code: BABES40SilverBiotics - Code: BIOHACKERBABESLevels Health CGM Magnesium Breakthrough - Code: biohackerbabes10Tastermonial CGMBrendan Vermeire: @the_holistic_savageFunctional Mental Health Practitioner Course - next class begins March 2023!Do Not Age - Code: BIOHACKERBABESOURA Ring x Natural CyclesNight Owls & DiabetesSTUDY: Hair Straighteners & CancerSTUDY: CDKN2C gene in whalesSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/biohacker-babes-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Women are not prepared for menopause (and their doctors aren't helping) and Esther Blum is here to change that! Despite the fact that menopause happens to every woman, many find they are not prepared for it. Esther says that they often don't have the tools, testing, or any sense of how to advocate for themselves and their body. If your doctor has written off your symptoms as "normal" without any solutions, you'll definitely want to listen to this episode! She shares why there is a lack of treatment for women's health, common vs normal symptoms of peri-menopause & menopause, how to know if Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT) is for you, and her top nutrition tips for hormonal balance. Esther Blum is the bestselling author of Cavewomen Don’t Get Fat; Eat, Drink and Be Gorgeous; Secrets of Gorgeous, and The Eat, Drink, and Be Gorgeous Project. She was voted Best Nutritionist by Manhattan Magazine. She has appeared on Dr. Oz, TODAY, A Healthy You with Carol Alt, The ISAAC Show, ABC-TV, FOX- 5’s Good Day NY, Fox News Live, and more. She is also an in-demand authority frequently quoted in E!Online, In Touch, Time Magazine, The New York Post, The Los Angeles Times, In Style, Bazaar, Self, Fitness, Marie Claire, and Cosmo. Esther received a Bachelor of Science in Clinical Nutrition from Simmons College in Boston and is a graduate of New York University, where she received her Master of Science in Clinical Nutrition. Esther is credentialed as a registered dietitian, a certified dietitian-nutritionist, and a Certified Nutrition Specialist (CNS), the certification from the Board for Certification of Nutrition Specialists (BCNS). She is also a member of the American Dietetic Association, Dietitians in Functional Medicine, Nutritionists in Complementary Care, and the Connecticut Dietetic Association. Esther currently runs a virtual practice where she helps women balance hormones, lose stubborn body fat, and treat the root cause of health struggles. And she lives in CT with her family where she can be found cooking up a storm, going for long hikes, and blasting 80’s music by the fire pit.SHOW NOTES:0:53 Welcome to the show!3:59 Esther Blum’s Bio5:26 Welcome Esther!6:36 Why is there a lack of treatment for women’s health?7:59 Peri-menopausal & Menopausal symptoms11:02 Common vs “normal” symptoms12:47 The optimal time to start treatment16:16 *Nootopia Collagenius19:30 When to start bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT)23:27 “You can’t out-hormone your lifestyle choices”28:30 The hormone-sleep connection31:32 Is BHRT safe for cancer patients?34:15 *SilverBiotics37:25 How do you find a practitioner?42:14 How long should we take hormones?46:04 Birth control as a “band-aid” & the side effects48:53 Nutrition & fasting for hormones50:55 Optimizing protein intake52:06 Protein/Carbohydrate ratio53:26 Timing carbohydrate intake54:49 Stress, cortisol & chronic cardio58:12 Our personal preferences for exercise59:58 The use of food & nutritional supplements1:03:52 Her final piece of advice1:05:26 Thanks for tuning in! RESOURCES:Website: estherblum.comFB: Living GorgeousIG: Gorgeous EstherEstherBlum.com/Menopause – Happy Hormone Cocktail & Live event in 2023Nootopia.com/biohackerbabesgenius - Discount code: biohackerbabes10Book: Estrogen MattersSilverBiotics – Discount code: BIOHACKERBABESInstitute for Functional MedicineDUTCH TestSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/biohacker-babes-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Lauren Alexander from Neurohacker Collective joined our podcast to discuss the science behind senolytics and how senescent cells play a role in aging. She shares how these "zombie cells" impact our immune system, joint health, cancer and longevity. We also discuss the best way to supplement with senolytics and why the "hit and run" strategy is so effective.Lauren Alexander is VP of Marketing at Neurohacker Collective, a company focused on making wellness products best known for their Qualia Mind supplement. Lauren is the mother of two young children, a passionate gardener and biohacker. Her areas of expertise include nootropics, biohacking, anti-aging, sleep and neurohacking.SHOW NOTES:0:51 Welcome to the show!3:15 Lauren Alexander’s Bio4:05 Welcome Lauren to the podcast5:05 What is ‘cellular senescence’?8:52 Zombie cells10:41 Who is at risk of cellular aging?13:14 *Felix Gray Ad*16:57 Signs of a robust immune system18:10 STUDY: Qualia & Joint Pain19:23 Re-examining how we look at aging19:58 Senescent cells & Cancer21:09 Symptoms & signs to look out for22:55 Ingredients & Protocol in Qualia Senolytic28:40 Bioavailability and safety of supplements32:11 *SilverBiotics Ad*35:20 Should children use Senolytic?37:41 The hormetic effect of “hit and run”38:44 Biological Age Testing43:24 Should anyone not be taking it?43:59 Dosage & Frequency of supplementation44:36 Origin of the word ‘senolytic’45:30 Client benefits48:52 What about Fisetin?51:03 Her final piece of advice54:45 Renee’s #1 Sleep Hack56:02 Lauren’s #1 Sleep Hack57:28 Where to learn more about Neurohacker57:50 Thanks for tuning in!RESOURCES: Neurohacker.comShop: Qualia Senolytic - Save 15% with code BIOHACKERBABESIG: Qualia LifeQualia Senolytic Pilot StudyFelix Gray GlassesSilverBiotics - Discount code: BIOHACKERBABESSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/biohacker-babes-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

We are back with another roundtable episode with our friends and fellow biohackers, Dr. Jay Wiles and Mollie Eastman! We discuss the consistency and accuracy of sleep trackers, and what WE do with our data each day. We also dive into a discussion on sleep & travel biohacks, designing the perfect "circadian-crafted day", as well as how to navigate sleep anxiety and other sleep disruptors.Let's meet our guests!Dr. Jay Wiles is an international speaker, scientist, clinician, influencer, and subject-matter expert and authority on the interconnection between the human stress response and health performance/optimization. Dr. Wiles is a clinical health and performance psychologist with board certification in heart rate variability biofeedback and peripheral biofeedback and works as a leading consultant in psychophysiology to health influencers, professional athletes and teams, executives, and high performers. He is the co-founder and Chief Scientific Officer of Hanu Health. He has pioneered new and innovative means of using heart rate variability (HRV) and respiratory training as both diagnostic indicators of the dynamic nature of the human stress response, alongside therapeutic tools for regulating and conditioning this response for peak human performance. Dr. Wiles has an extensive history of working with top-performing athletes in the PGA, LPGA, MLS, MLB, ATP, and WTA. His consulting firm, Thrive Wellness and Performance, has held contracts with leading biotechnology and health technology organizations where he has engaged in research, development of therapeutics, and development of behavioral retention programs. Dr. Wiles has operated as the cohost of the Ben Greenfield Podcast since 2019 and hosts the Hanu Health Podcast.Mollie Eastman is the creator of Sleep Is A Skill, and the host of The Sleep Is A Skill Podcast. Sleep Is A Skill is a company that optimizes people’s sleep through a unique blend of technology, accountability, and behavioral change. After navigating insomnia while traveling internationally, she created what she couldn’t find – a place to go to learn the skill set of sleep. With a background in behavioral change from The Nonverbal Group, she became fascinated with chronobiology and its practical application to sleep and our overall experience of life. Knowing the difference between a life with sleep and without, she’s now dedicated her life to sharing the forgotten skill set of sleep.SHOW NOTES:0:51 Welcome to the podcast!2:31 How Mollie structures her sleep architecture5:42 Consistency vs Accuracy of sleep trackers7:21 How Dr. Jay digests his sleep data8:24 What trackers DO measure well10:36 Renee’s advice if you’re not a crazy Biohacker!11:40 The most important metrics 13:15 Dr. Jay’s data routine18:27 Renee’s advice & experience with REM19:15 *Felix Gray Ad*23:01 Can we shift our REM stages in the night?26:03 Empower Sleep Ring for Sleep Apnea30:02 Lauren’s ‘home sleep study’ & Alarm clock hack33:37 Sleep Coaching with Whoop34:25 Why we need consistent sleep/wake times37:26 *Mag Breakthrough Ad*40:01 What Dr. Jay does to get back on track43:43 Mollie’s sleep anxiety & “Do Nothing Method”46:22 Renee’s biggest sleep struggle47:48 Lauren’s preference with week to weekend sleep49:20 Mollie’s “Circadian-crafted Day” and “Summer Hours”51:25 Dr. Jay’s non-negotiable52:50 Mollie’s personal sleep challenges & hacks57:02 STUDY about Sheets58:31 Renee’s travel sleep hacks1:01:13 How Lauren controls her sleep variables1:03:57 Navigating “Sleep Sabotagers”1:06:52 Being a ‘Sleep Leader’!1:09:36 Thanks for tuning in!RESOURCES:Sleep Is A Skill PodcastIG: Mollie EastmanHanu Health PodcastIG: Dr. Jay WilesIG: Hanu HealthEmpower SleepTheSleepDoctor.comAirTulip Headboard Manta Sleep Mask - Discount code: SLEEPISASKILLMagBreakthrough.com/BiohackerBabes - Discount code: BIOHACKERBABES10Felix Gray GlassesSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/biohacker-babes-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Dr. Andrew Hill, an expert in brain waves and neurofeedback, joins the hosts to discuss brain mapping results, brain similarities among family members, and the impact of nootropics on brain function. They also explore how hyperbaric oxygen therapy can benefit brain health. The episode covers optimizing brain function, addressing repetitive thoughts, voluntary and involuntary responses in neurofeedback, brain-boosting products, genetics and brain development, optimizing sleep through early rising, and concludes with gratitude.

We're back from the 8th Annual Biohacking Conference in Beverly Hills and wow, what a whirlwind it was! We learned from leading experts in the field, spent quality time with fellow biohacker friends and made some new friends. So much happened over the weekend that we wanted to share the highlights with all of you! Tune in for an overview on the lectures we listened to, the newest products we found in the expo hall, and which biohacks we enjoyed.SHOW NOTES:0:51 Welcome to the show!5:30 Favorite part of the Biohacking Conference8:07 GABA with Dr. Ted Achacoso9:50 Anti-aging protocol with Dr. Chris Shade14:06 ‘Mitochondrial Uncoupling’ with Dr. Steven Gundry18:18 *Magnesium Breakthrough Ad*20:51 Highlights from Dr. Mercola26:10 Renee’s experience with Wild Pastures26:38 Dr. Michael Breus & Dr. Dave Rabin on sleep31:19 Apollo band32:48 Dr. Kelly Starrett on mobility 36:25 Lauren’s experience with the H-Wave38:48 Pluck organ meat seasoning40:38 *Felix Gray glasses Ad*44:29 Oryx Desert Salt46:19 Brava infrared oven47:33 Got Mold? test kit50:08 Carol bike, ARX, BrainTap & more!54:29 Thanks for tuning in! RESOURCES:9th Annual Biohacking Conference – June 2023Troscriptions TroCalm - Save 10% with code BIOHACKERBABESQuicksilverScientific.comClockwize Fertility TestBB Podcast with Dr. Katherine ZagoneBook: Unlocking the Keto Code with Dr. GundryBulletproof – Save 15% with code BIOHACKERBABESDanger CoffeeMagBreakthrough.com/BiohackerBabes – Code: biohackerbabes10Dr. Mercola’s Library - https://takecontrol.substack.comSunlighten SaunaTroscriptions’ Methylene Blue - Save 10% with code BIOHACKERBABESDMinder AppWild Pastures – Save 20% with this linkApolloNeuroscience.comSleep Chronotype QuizBook: Becoming a Supple Leopard by Dr. Kelly StarrettH-Wave.com Pluck organ meat seasoningFelixGrayGlasses.com/BiohackerBabesOryx Desert Salt – Discount code: BABES10Brava.com GotMold.com CarolBike.comARXFit.comBulletproof Vibe (Vibration Plate) - Save 15% with code BIOHACKERBABESBrainTap.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/biohacker-babes-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Dr. Chris Damman shares valuable insight into the link between gut health and metabolic health on this week's episode. He breaks down the important role of prebiotics, probiotics AND postbiotics, as well as the benefits of resistant starch in our diet. He understands how difficult it can be for most people to get enough fiber in their diet, but he has created a solution to help us with that! Tune in to hear about incredible scientific research on fiber, gut health, insulin resistance and more.Dr. Chris Damman is a Gastroenterologist and Chief Medical & Scientific Officer of SuperGut. He has a passion for evidence-based approaches to food & gut microbe interventions in the promotion of health and the treatment of disease. He spent five years leading the gut health, microbiome and functional food initiative at the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, where his research interests focused on the role of diet and microbiome-targeted therapies in treating gastrointestinal, metabolic, and neurologic disease. Most recently, Dr. Chris helped execute a randomized, blind placebo controlled study validating the use of resistant starch to transform the gut microbiome - the first of its kind from a functional food company.SHOW NOTES:0:51 Welcome to the show!5:50 Dr. Chris Damman’s Bio6:50 Welcome Dr. Damman8:18 The link between metabolic health & the gut microbiome13:50 Can most people make butyrate in the gut?16:03 Are supplements more powerful than food?17:48 Pre, Pro, and Post-Biotics21:01 The role of fiber & resistant starch22:40 *Felix Gray Glasses27:30 How much fiber do we need?33:03 The science behind SuperGut36:26 Lauren’s client experience38:50 Is it safe to use with SIBO?40:38 Is it safe for children?41:38 *Magnesium Breakthrough44:26 What does Dr. Damman eat?47:00 How about oats & oatmeal?52:06 His opinion on fasting54:51 Ancestral practices & fermentation56:35 Is it possible to have metabolic health without a healthy microbiome?1:00:49 His final piece of advice1:04:26 Where to find Dr. Chris & Supergut1:05:10 Thanks for tuning in! RESOURCES:SuperGut.com - Save 15% + Free shipping with code: BIOHACKERFelix Gray GlassesMagBreakthrough.com/BiohackerBabes - Discount code: biohackerbabes10Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/biohacker-babes-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Amitay Eshel, co-founder and CEO of Young Goose, joins us for a groundbreaking discussion on biohacking our skincare. He shares how NAD precursors, green tea and hormesis can be powerful game changers for our skin health. He also warns us about false marketing in the beauty industry and what we need to look for, as well as how we can keep our skincare routine simple to see the greatest benefits. Amitay is constantly researching novel ingredients for skincare, as well as how women can sync their skincare routine with their monthly cycle. Tune in for a fascinating discussion on creating beauty inside and out!Amitay Eshel is an entrepreneur in the biohacking and beauty fields. He has held executive roles in the health, wellness, and beauty industry for over a decade, as well as being a business development consultant in that space. As co-founder and CEO of Young Goose, the biohacking skincare company, and host of the Young Goose’s Biohacking Beauty podcast, Amitay has been making waves in his industry through education and innovation. Young Goose embodies his two passions, performance optimization, and skin health, with products that boost the functions of natural rejuvenation processes in the skin.SHOW NOTES:0:51 Welcome to the show!2:42 About Young Goose skincare5:31 Amitay’s bio6:48 Welcome Amity to the show!7:40 What got him into skincare12:46 Why do we need NAD?14:45 The dangers of seed oils16:39 The skin is a defense organ18:55 Stress vs Stimulation for repair21:35 Does our skin prefer hormesis?26:22 *Magnesium Breakthrough Ad*29:10 DNA damage to the skin29:52 Sirtuins & PARPs 31:19 Precursors to NAD33:37 ‘NR Nobel’ C.A.R.E. products 35:08 Green tea + Red Light Therapy38:46 Additional skin stacks with red light40:15 *Felix Gray Ad*43:58 Efficacy of supplements for skin health47:56 Asthaxanthin + sun exposure48:45 How soon will you see results?50:25 Funded research & false marketing52:53 How do we keep our skincare simple?54:55 Sunscreen tips55:50 Cycle Syncing your skincare56:56 The only Young Goose eyecare product58:16 Why men have better skin1:00:49 About “clean” skincare1:05:07 Omegas, fish and vegetable oils1:07:13 Foundational, basic skincare tips1:03:19 How our skin drives our aging1:10:48 His final piece of advice1:11:18 Thanks for tuning in!RESOURCES:Website: Young Goose Code: RENEEBELZIG: Young GooseMagBreakthrough.com/BiohackerBabes - Code: biohackerbabes10FelixGrayGlasses.com/BiohackerBabesSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/biohacker-babes-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Thought leader and transformative psychiatrist Dr. Fred Moss joins the podcast for an inspiring conversation around what it means to be human and how to live an extraordinary life. He shares what is blocking many of us from our "true voice" and what is holding us back from being our authentic selves in life. Dr. Fred also provides insight into how conventional medicine may be perpetuating the problem and his perspective of how plant medicines may play a role in empowering people.Dr. Fred Moss is a graduate of Northwestern University Medical School and a licensed psychiatrist who has served the mental health industry for nearly four decades. During that time he has consulted patients, practitioners, medical facilities, non-profit organizations, and community groups.In 2006, Dr. Fred began taking a new approach with his patients, working with a chosen few to assist in reclaiming their lives from the clenched fists of psychiatric diagnoses and medication. Lo and behold, they reliably eventually improved, even to the point of their diagnoses actually disappearing. Dr. Fred has since dedicated his efforts to establishing his brand, Welcome To Humanity, as a "home base" for his work as a speaker, coach, and advisor as a "non-diagnosing psychiatrist." He also is an expert witness, specializing in psychiatric malpractice cases, and often centering around atrocities that can occur behind closed (locked) doors in nursing homes, hospitals, prisons and jails.Dr. Fred is the host of the inspiring Welcome To Humanity podcast, a show that explores what it means to be human and how to live an extraordinary life. He is the author of Creative 8: Healing Through Creativity & Self-Expression.Dr. Fred is married to his dream partner, Alexandra, and lives in the foothills of the Sierra Nevadas in Northern California. He is the proud father of two beautiful children in Texas and is owned collectively by his 3 cats, Valentino, Despacito, and Winston.SHOW NOTES:0:51 Welcome to the show!4:11 Dr. Fred’s bio5:52 Welcome Dr. Fred!6:42 What connects us as humans8:23 The importance of listening10:20 What is blocking “true voice”?13:36 The 4-letter word holding us back15:14 The greatest threat in the world17:56 What is the source of losing true voice?22:20 “The Creative 8” Book25:15 Has the pandemic affected our truth?27:59 The power of Authenticity30:01 *Magnesium Breakthrough Ad*32:50 How can psychedelics play a role?36:22 Fearing the illusion of death40:07 Do plant medicines need to be kept in their indigenous environments?41:50 His hopes/vision for the Third Wave?45:16 Wanting to know what’s wrong with you46:53 Conventional medicine perpetuating the problem54:31 How he became the “Un-Doctor”57:32 Beginning our ‘true voice’ journey1:02:15 Take a stand & join the community!1:05:48 His final piece of advice1:08:45 Thanks for tuning in!RESOURCES:Website: https://welcometohumanity.nethttps://www.fredmossmd.com/Podcast: https://welcometohumanity.net/podcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/drfredmoss/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drfredmoss/  https://www.linkedin.com/company/dr-fred/Twitter: https://twitter.com/drfredmossBooks: findyourtruevoicebook.comCreative 8BiOptimizers Magnesium Breakthrough - code: BIOHACKERBABES10Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/biohacker-babes-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Dr. Katherine Zagone joined the podcast to discuss how we can assess fertility and biological age with a simple at-home blood test. She shares how this information can empower men and women to take their fertility journey into their own hands, as well as the top environmental toxins impacting fertility rates today. Dr. Katherine Zagone, ND, Chief Medical Officer and co-founder of Clockwize, has been supporting women and couples easily conceive their healthiest babies for almost a decade. Simultaneously, she runs Gentera Center for Precision Medicine in Beverly Hills, CA where she bridges cutting edge science with tried and true methods for exceptional results. She’s excited to bring effective science, a warm heart, and an industry changing approach to the world through Clockwize, Inc.SHOW NOTES:0:51 Welcome to the show!4:31 Dr. Katherine Zagone’s Bio5:36 Welcome Dr Zagone to the show!6:48 How she became passionate about fertility10:36 What is the most detrimental to fertility?11:47 Her FAST Framework14:04 Statistics about Infertility in the U.S.16:22 At-home Sperm analysis + DNA17:21 The Clockwize Fertility Test18:02 Chronological vs Biological Age19:55 Stories about Clients doing IVF21:15 *Magnesium Breakthrough Ad*24:02 Dr. Zagone’s testing journey27:00 Lauren’s test results29:40 The DunedIn PACE31:26 Renee’s test results32:47 Recyclable (yoga) clothing & plastics35:07 Our stress levels in the last 2 years36:20 Environmental Toxins & Mold38:20 Optimizing Methylation40:39 Our fasting practices45:42 Safety of the nervous system47:03 *Felix Gray Ad*51:53 Benefits of Green tea52:32 Importance of gut health for fertility54:09 Starting with the Mind/Body element57:36 Psychedelics & fertility59:31 Blood Glucose & fertility1:01:23 How do we bring functional medicine to the masses?1:06:24 Timeline: from protocol to retesting1:08:50 Her final piece of advice1:09:16 Where to find her1:09:40 Thanks for tuning in!RESOURCES:www.clockwize.com IG: @clockwizefertility IG: @drzagone BiOptimizers Magnesium Breakthrough discount code: BIOHACKERBABESFelix Gray GlassesSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/biohacker-babes-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands