Renee Belz & Lauren Sambataro

Robbie Bent is a leader in the mental health space, with the goal of making mental health more accessible. He's building Inward Breathwork, the world's leading breathwork mobile app and a network of healthy social spaces with sauna and ice bath classes. He's striving to make cold thermogenesis, breathwork and sauna sessions a social activity and the new "cool" thing to do on a Friday night. Join us for this incredible conversation about his journey back to health, the power of plant medicine and how we can make lasting changes to our healthy habits. SHOW NOTES:0:52 Welcome to the show2:36 Robbie Bent’s bio3:14 Welcome Robbie!3:57 His WHY for healing8:05 Seeking external validation8:42 Becoming sober & finding plant medicine10:14 How can we make lasting changes?13:40 What are psychedelics doing to our brain?15:26 Shadow & Trauma work17:53 His experience with Microdosing20:02 What he sees happen after health retreats22:06 How to make change accessible to all23:02 Releasing emotions with breath work & sauna26:01 His new community healing space28:12 Extending biohacking to the average person29:33 *Kion Ad*30:52 A better solution for socializing31:20 Overstimulation & Dopamine Fasting33:51 Transformational Retreats36:02 Discovering his own healthy routine39:11 His nighttime routine for optimal sleep40:55 Getaway cabins on Shark Tank42:01 Living in a stimulated-state43:34 Will biohacking exist years from now?45:40 Combining music with breath work46:01 Inward Breathwork app50:51 His final piece of advice52:27 Thanks for tuning in!RESOURCES:Kion *Code: BIOBABES15Inward BreathworkIG: RobbieIG: Inward BreathworkArkana RetreatsGetawayApollo NeuroBook: BreathBook: Oxygen AdvantageSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/biohacker-babes-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

We are blessed to share this powerful conversation with Rev. Laura Young and Rev. Cathy Whelehan with you. These incredible women are the co-founders of BeLovedNow, a growing community of women supporting each other in embodied practice, compassionate communication and spiritual growth. BeLovedNow offers a 12 week online program of healing and empowerment, a BeLoved Graduate Immersion Year, in-person workshops, and annual Retreats in Costa Rica.All of the BeLovedNow offerings are grounded in embodied practice of the 12 Guiding Spiritual Principles. BLN practices include meditation, journalling, compassionate communication techniques, breath work, co-listening, and ritual/ceremony for trauma recovery and transformation. These Be-ing practices are emotional fluidity tools to live in alignment with core soul values for a passionately engaged life. Their work together is a rich coalescence of decades of education, training and lived experience, guiding hundreds of people home to their hearts and their own blessed knowing. SHOW NOTES: 0:51 Welcome to the show!5:28 About Laura & Cathy6:59 Welcome them to the show!7:56 Co-creating as women9:12 Cathy’s background14:31 Renee’s experience with Lyme patients15:56 How does a lack of spirituality affect our health?17:12 Laura’s story about grief19:25 The “container” analogy21:36 Laura’s background23:32 “Deepening into growth”26:07 Compassionate Communication29:11 Needs vs Core Values32:33 What does spirituality mean?36:24 The 12-week BeLovedNow Program38:29 How to recalibrate when feeling lost40:40 What made the pandemic so difficult41:22 Cathy’s driving story42:58 BeLovedNow practices44:55 Supporting yourself to support others48:49 Examples of Feelings & Needs50:22 Masculine vs Feminine energy57:48 Making a vow to yourself59:08 Who is this program for?1:01:28 Details about the 12-weeks!1:03:44 Where to find them!1:05:47 Final piece of advice1:06:14 Thanks for tuning in!RESOURCES: BeLovedNow ProgramDiscovery Call RegistrationFacebook: @BeLovedNowInstagram: @BeLovedNow_TribeStrip Down Rise Up (on Netflix)Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/biohacker-babes-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

You've learned about cold exposure, so let's bring on the heat! This week we're discussing the multitude of benefits that come with heat exposure and sweating. You will about the powerhouse of hormetic heat stress, called heat shock proteins, and the many ways that heat can optimize your health, metabolic function and longevity. We discuss the differences between traditional and infrared saunas, and ways to get exposure if you can't get to a sauna!SHOW NOTES: 0:42 Welcome to the show!3:00 Our natural healing capability3:50 Why do we need heat exposure?4:48 The Burger King sauna56:27 The benefit of “heat shock proteins”9:15 HSP-70 for longevity9:51 STUDY: reduction in all-cause mortality10:36 How does it detoxify us?12:33 Niacin/Sauna Protocol14:32 Benefits on Athletic Performance17:20 Cardiovascular health19:48 STUDY: hs-CRP with consistent sauna use23:13 *Three Spirit Ad*22:15 The importance of consistency24:05 Cognitive Function & Neurogenesis26:28 Does is help with weight loss?27:00 STUDY: calories burned in a session28:05 Glucose & Insulin Regulation30:02 Neurotransmitter rebalancing32:27 Ways to get heat exposure34:53 Near-infrared light in nature38:57 What if you don’t have access to a sauna?41:29 Key takeaways for heat exposure45:20 Contraindications for heat46:07 Thanks for tuning in!RESOURCES: Rhonda Patrick - ResourcesHigherDOSE blanketShower filterDIY Sauna at-homeFICS NYC Infrared Sauna (NYC) Code: BIOHACKERBABESThree Spirit DrinksSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/biohacker-babes-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Dr. Amie Hornaman, a.k.a. The Thyroid-Fixer, is a woman on a mission to optimize thyroid patients around the world and give them their lives back using her transformational program: The COMPLETE Thyroid Fix Method.After her own experience of insufferable symptoms, misdiagnoses and improper treatment, Amie set out to help others who she knew were experiencing the same set of frustrations and who were on the same medical roller coaster. She grabs your hand, gives you answers about your health that no one has told you and gives you the actual tools and treatment to fix you. That's the transformational journey. With a focus on optimizing thyroid function and thus optimizing her patients, Dr. Amie looks at each person as a unique individual and not JUST a lab value. She examines all factors that tie into thyroid dysfunction and thyroid symptoms and treats the person from top to bottom to give them their lives back. SHOW NOTES: 0:52 Welcome to the show!3:16 Dr. Amie Hornaman’s Bio4:22 Welcome Dr. Amie!5:12 How she discovered her thyroid issues9:44 Thyroid lab markers to test14:56 Thyroid antibodies & Autoimmune conditions17:26 How her doctors missed her hypothyroid diagnosis18:58 Testing the sex hormones19:48 Fasting insulin & insulin resistance20:23 Checking mineral status21:42 The importance of gut health23:49 Liver health & enzymes25:37 Thyroid medications30:37 *Defender Shield ad*33:00 Why removing gluten isn’t a fad!34:19 Sleep hygiene tips35:34 Molecular mimicry with gluten37:13 The role of the adrenals & cortisol41:00 Determining the underlying cause43:50 Insurance may not find you the answers45:10 Red light therapy for thyroid45:45 Heat & Cold stress for metabolism47:23 Her advice on fasting50:15 Testing temperature, heart rate & blood pressure52:48 Her final piece of advice57:05 Thanks for tuning in!RESOURCES: WebsiteInstagramFacebookYouTubePodcast: The Thyroid FixerDefender Shield - Save 10% with code biohackerbabes10Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/biohacker-babes-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

We are thrilled to have Dr. Jay Wiles on the podcast to answer the most common questions we hear about Heart Rate Variability. Many biohackers are tracking this metric but don't know what to do with the data or how they can strengthen their HRV. Dr. Jay shares incredible insight into this powerful metric, as well as practical tips you can begin right away.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 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. SHOW NOTES: 0:41 Welcome to the show2:53 Dr. Jay Wile's Bio4:47 Welcome Dr. Jay!5:44 The basics of Heart Rate Variability9:01 Is a higher HRV better?11:44 The 20/40 Rule13:39 How to interpret your own trends16:10 Balancing parasympathetic & sympathetic18:11 The reason for gathering data20:25 Modern day chronic stress22:20 Different types of breath work to control our nervous system26:15 Being “your own data machine”27:38 Renee’s experience with Lief Therapeutics27:55 Resonance frequency breathwork29:46 Vagal Tone & Vagal Modulation33:10 Higher isn’t better34:06 *Thrive Market - Save 25%!36:39 Other ways to strengthen HRV39:57 HIIT & HIRT Training + Zone 2 Training42:02 Why you should pick up heavy things!42:24 Using HRV to test food reactivity45:52 PEMF & Haelo device46:40 Grounding & Neuroscience tech48:13 Lauren’s experience with AmpCoil & HRV49:38 How tech always affects our recovery53:19 How to measure HRV in the moment56:58 Dr. Jay's morning routine58:47 Are wearables accurate?1:02:02 Identifying sleep stages1:05:04 What to do with your personal scores1:07:42 Know which metric you're testing: RMSSD vs SDNN1:10:24 Renee’s experience with OURA vs Biostrap1:14:11 His final piece of advice1:17:29 Thanks for tuning in!RESOURCES:Ben Greenfield Podcast: A Deep Dive Into HRVLief TherapeuticsElite HRV AppApollo Neuro - Save 15% with code BIOHACKERBABESHaelo DeviceNuCalmAmpCoilOura RingBiostrap - Save 10% with code BIOHACKERBABESPolar Chest StrapHRV For TrainingConnect with Dr. Jay Wiles!DrJayWiles.comThrive-Wellness.comInstagram: @DrJayWiles_______________________Thrive Market - Save 25%!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/biohacker-babes-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Best-selling author, Anna Cabeca, DO, OBGYN, FACOG, is known nationally as The Girlfriend Doctor and helps women truly thrive in body, mind and spirit. Dr. Anna is triple-board certified and a fellow of gynecology and obstetrics, integrative medicine, and anti-aging and regenerative medicine. She holds special certifications in functional medicine, sexual health, and bioidentical hormone replacement therapy.A passionate health advocate for both women and men, Dr. Anna shares her insights and wisdom to support the menopausal journey for women in today's world.SHOW NOTES:0:42 Welcome to the show!2:58 Dr. Anna Cabeca’s Bio5:32 Welcome Dr. Cabeca!6:59 Dealing with stress in today’s world9:03 Transitioning into menopause10:36 Starting with nutrition & lifestyle12:29 Neuroendocrine symptoms from hormonal changes14:45 Glucose & Ketones for the brain17:01 The Keto-Green Way20:18 Stress & Cortisol20:56 Fasting & Time-Restricted Eating24:04 How to support your family28:03 Tips to support blood sugar30:18 Why we need progesterone31:17 Testing urine pH & ketones33:20 Why you have to test for ketones!33:54 Her experience with a CGM36:28 Her recommendation for urine pH37:49 Cortisol & Oxytocin relationship40:58 The Keto-Green Way principles41:51 *LightPath LED*44:53 4 key lab biomarkers to check48:29 Using her Mighty Maca formula49:10 Testing High Sensitivity C-Reactive Protein51:47 Supporting detoxification pathways52:50 Her next book!53:42 The sneaky role of cortisol56:13 Supplementing with oxytocin1:02:20 Heart Rate Variability testing1:09:20 Her final piece of advice1:11:12 Thanks for tuning in! RESOURCES:Dr. Anna Cabeca:WebsiteFacebookYouTubeInstagramPinterestLightPath LED Red Light - Code BIOHACKERBABES for 10% offSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/biohacker-babes-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Are you ready to take the plunge? This week we're talking about all of the incredible health benefits of cold exposure and our top biohacks for incorporating it into your daily routine. You will learn about the different types of thermogenesis; how cold exposure impacts sleep, recovery & weight loss; Ben Greenfield's "Strike, Stroll & Shiver" protocol; other biohacks for cold thermogenesis; and the benefits of hot/cold contrast!SHOW NOTES: 0:52 Welcome to the show!3:32 The body’s two responses to cold5:10 Two types of thermogenesis7:12 What are the benefits?12:54 The influence on brown fat (BAT)15:25 Impact on appetite16:12 How cold exposure affects sleep20:00 Faster recovery from exercise21:22 The post-workout / cold exposure debate22:55 STUDY: Caloric increase with cold-water immersion23:43 The Michael Phelps secret24:57 *Four Sigmatic Ad*25:49 Support for depression & mental health27:03 Ways to get cold exposure!31:30 Nitrogen vs Electric cryotherapy34:20 *Kion Cold Challenge*35:18 Ray Cronise’s Shiver System36:08 Hot/Cold Contrast therapy38:13 Additional cold biohacks38:41 “Strike, Stroll, Shiver”39:51 Potential risks of cold exposure41:10 Important factors for optimal exposure43:04 Adding in love & acceptance44:03 How do we know if it’s working?46:35 Thanks for tuning in!RESOURCES:Four Sigmatic - Use discount code BIOHACKERBABESGoop Lab episode with Wim HofMorozko ForgeKion Cold Thermo ChallengeCool Fat Burner & Gut BusterIce BarrelKristin WeitzelLOCAL RESOURCES: FICS NYC - Electric Cryo *Code: BIOHACKERBABES for 20% offNEXT Health, Los Angeles & New York City - Electric CryoUpgrade Labs - Los Angeles - Electric CryoRio Tan Cryotherapy & Recovery, Las VegasSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/biohacker-babes-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Dr. Molly Maloof is on a mission to radically extend healthspan--the number of years free from disease or disability--and maximize human potential by promoting wellness lifestyles that generate optimal health. She is on the frontier of personalized medicine, medical technology, health optimization, and scientifically-backed wellness endeavors. In this episode, Dr. Molly shares the importance of working through trauma and controlling your perception of stress, as well as the major epidemic not enough people are talking about in 2021.SHOW NOTES: 0:49 Welcome to the show!3:29 Dr. Molly’s Bio4:57 Welcome Dr. Molly!5:51 Her journey from medical school to now8:38 The latest in Silicon Valley health tech9:42 The big debate on CGMs11:05 How to begin trauma-work14:03 Screening for trauma with patients17:28 Renee’s story on “perceived stress”17:57 Combatting stress & multi-tasking19:48 Neurofeedback therapy21:28 The epidemic we aren’t talking about24:14 Other conditions related to trauma25:53 Louise Hay on “deep pain and struggle”27:25 Negative Self-Talk28:13 How Psychedelics support the subconscious28:56 How to learn more about plant medicines31:15 What you need to know before doing a retreat34:10 Screening patients for Ketamine-therapy35:33 Where she draws personal inspiration39:28 Creating a “biphasic life”40:51 Her final piece of adviceRESOURCES: Twitter: @mollymaloofmd Instagram: @drmolly.cowww.MollyMaloofMD.comwww.drmolly.coLinkedInMindbloomBook: Buddha Takes No PrisonersLEVELS CGM - skip the waitlist!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/biohacker-babes-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Could this natural drug and alcohol alternative, also known as the "Sober Psychedelic", transform the future of mental health? Cameron George, the founder of TRU KAVA, joins us this week to share the fascinating history behind Kava, how it's impacting our brains and mental health status and why he's on a mission to set the industry standard for quality, safety and education around kava within the mass market. TRU KAVA is focused on developing user-friendly products that deliver the full therapeutic action of the traditional kava drink, which is the only form that has been highly prized in the south pacific islands for over 3000 years.SHOW NOTES: 0:53 Welcome to the show!2:36 Cameron George’s Bio3:38 Welcome Cameron!4:36 What is Kava?7:08 Cameron’s health journey14:40 Concerns with Benzodiazepines16:13 *Kion – Save 15% with code BioBabes1517:20 Looking for a plant-based alternative20:36 An increase in social connection & introspection22:50 GABA receptor upregulation26:12 Why is Kava good for so many things?31:10 Kava as “The Great Protector”34:40 The GABA pathway35:48 Ion-Channel blocking, COX-1 & COX-2 inhibitION37:04 Nrf2 upregulation for anti-oxidation37:28 Processing emotional traumas & stress38:13 How the indigenous people use it42:09 *LightPath LED – Save 5% with code BIOHACKERBABES45:12 Lauren’s first experience with Kava46:45 The different strains available50:30 Newest product coming soon53:07 Cultures that embrace psychedelics55:32 His final piece of advice58:20 Thanks for tuning in!RESOURCES: GetTruKava.comInstagram: @TruKavaFacebook: Tru KavaKion - Save 15% with code BioBabes15LightPath LED - Save 5% with code BIOHACKERBABESSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/biohacker-babes-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

In 2008, Ben Azadi went through a personal health transformation of shredding 80 pounds of pure fat. Ever since, Ben, FDN-P, has been on a mission to help 1 billion people live a healthier lifestyle.Today he shares his expertise on the topics of the ketogenic diet, intermittent fasting and metabolic flexibility. He shares practical tips to get fat-adapted along with the common keto traps you need to avoid in order to optimize your health and lose weight.SHOW NOTES: 0:53 Welcome to the show!3:2 Ben Azadi's Bio4:08 Welcome Ben to the show5:25 How he got started in the health industry9:35 Reestablishing a positive mindset12:53 Why Keto isn’t a diet14:20 Metabolic flexibility & Keto flexing15:30 How our ancestors naturally fasted18:15 Common reasons for keto fails20:14 Using bitters to increase bile flow21:22 The Four Pillars of Keto Flexing23:18 The "2-2-2-2 Rule"24:22 Why we need to “mix things up”28:12 We are designed to fast31:36 Refrigerator vs Freezer analogy34:25 Hormones: Leptin and Ghrelin 36:30 Balancing protein with ketosis40:18 Pendulum probiotic for diabetes41:59 Burning fat during deep sleep45:53 Adjusting your food after a bad night’s sleep48:10 Advice for women & fasting51:25 The "5-1-1 Rule"52:37 Lauren’s experience with her cycle & carb sensitivity55:50 Starting your journey to become fat-adapted57:09 Mitochondrial-density in the cells1:00:10 His final piece of advice1:03:26 Thank you for joining us!RESOURCES:Website: www.benazadi.com  Instagram: @thebenazadi Facebook: www.facebook.com/thebenazadiYouTube: www.youtube.com/ketokampClubhouse: @thebenazadiSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/biohacker-babes-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands