Renee Belz & Lauren Sambataro

We're wrapping up Season 2 with a recap of our favorite biohacks in 2020 and the overall biggest takeaways from all of our incredible guests this year.  Lessons on everything from various gut tests, experimenting with nootropics, fasting for women (and everyone!), supplementing with NAD, rewiring the brain, wellness minimalism, and so much more!SHOW NOTES:1:21 Welcome to the show!2:53 Our experience with DayTwo testing5:35 Renee’s Viome results7:43 Lauren’s CGM experience9:23 Stress & blood sugar link10:55 Effects of fasting11:37 Experimenting with NAD13:16 Apollo Neuroscience band14:10 WHOOP Band16:43 Season 2 lessons from the experts18:28 Gut & Brain connection18:58 Blue Cannatine with Dr. Scott Sherr21:01 Nootropic episodes23:44 Brain Wash with Dr. Perlmutter24:34 Food decisions aren’t are fault25:13 NeuFit with Rich Dougherty27:30 Kettlebell specialist, John Parker29:05 Food template with the Natural Nutritionist30:55 JustThrive probiotics with Tina Anderson32:00 Sexual biohacking with Susan Bratton33:54 Fasting with Kelsey Hess35:18 Concussion recovery with Dasha Maximov35:50 Women’s biohacking movement37:25 Lauren Berlingeri with Higher Dose40:35 Psychedelics with the Wellness Witch43:43 Breathwork with Sage Rader46:25 Biohacking with Freddie Kimmel48:08 Brain health & plant medicine with Dr. DiMarco50:43 What do you want to hear?51:55 Thanks for tuning in! Resources:BB 7-Day ChallengeDayTwo TestViome - $10 off with code: BIOHACKERBABESQS NAD+ GoldApollo NeuroscienceWHOOPOura RingTroscriptions - 10% off with code: BIOHACKERBABESFindMyFormula - 20% off with code: BIOHACKERBABESMemento Brain Wash bookNeuFit & The NEUBIEJohn Parker’s websiteSteph Lowe’s websiteJustThrive - Discount Code: BIOHACKERBABESSusan Bratton’s website WHealthCo’s website Higher Dose website IG: @TheWellnessWitchSage’s website/Breath ChurchIG: Freddie KimmelDr. Michael DiMarcoSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/biohacker-babes-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Dr. Scott Sherr of Smarter Not Harder and Troscriptions joins us to discuss the formulation behind Blue Cannatine, a proprietary nootropic supplement, and how it's ingredients can be used to fight hypoxia, viral infections, cognitive decline, and so much more. Blue Cannatine is the first Troscriptions product to market with more coming soon!Dr. Sherr is a Board Certified Internal Medicine Physician Certified to Practice Health Optimization Medicine (HOMe) and a specialist in Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT). He is the cofounder of HOMe-SF and is the COO of Smarter Not Harder, the company behind Troscriptions.SHOW NOTES:1:20 Welcome to the show!1:58 Dr. Scott Sherr’s Bio2:57 Welcome Dr. Scott!3:35 How “troches” work4:56 Going “full smurf”5:20 Making a medical-grade product7:07 Marketing the blue tongue8:20 Ingredients in Blue Cannatine8:49 Nicotine as a nootropic10:03 History of Methylene Blue12:03 Methylene Blue & Vitamin C13:21 Treating infections with MB14:41 UV light & Viruses14:57 Methylene Blue’s role in the Mitochondria16:12 Anti-oxidant, Anti-Fungal, Anti-Viral properties16:59 Mitochondrial support17:28 MB as an Antidepressant 18:28 Mechanisms of cognitive enhancement19:10 Benefits of adding CBD20:06 Optimizing your health before supplementing21:42 Dosing & Titration23:45 Renee’s experience26:05 Central Executive Network26:37 Lauren’s experience27:54 Caffeine metabolism29:40 Nootropics for meditation31:42 Methylene Blue and Teeth31:05 Addiction & Tolerance35:23 Benefits with physical activity37:17 Supplementing post-workout38:32 Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT)41:17 HBOT Study in Israel41:56 The “holistic picture”42:57 HBOT & COVID-1944:28 Case report on COVID patients45:06 Nicotine research47:27 HBOT & Hypoxia47:53 HBOT treatment recommendations49:40 Contraindications for HBOT51:06 Contraindications for Blue Cannatine52:53 New product coming soon!53:01 Where you can learn more56:23 Dr. Scott’s one piece of advice58:14 Thanks for tuning in!RESOURCES:Instagram: @TroscriptionsInstagram: @drscottsherrTroscriptions websiteBB Discount code: BIOHACKERBABESFacebook Group: Blue Cannatine usersBen Greenfield/HBOT ArticlePetter Attia & Methylene Blue podcast NeurohackersJoe Cohen/Self HackedSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/biohacker-babes-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Steph Lowe, The Natural Nutritionist, shares her passion for spreading a positive message about real food and the incredible affect it has on health, fertility and performance. In this episode, she breaks down what really needs to be on your plate, her thoughts on the Carnivore diet and why health isn't found in the extremes, gut testing the importance of a healthy gut microbiome during pregnancy, and so much more!SHOW NOTES:1:22 Welcome to the show!1:35 Steph Lowe’s Bio3:04 Her experience with COVID & Social Isolation5:36 Her journey into health & fitness7:31 Why she went Gluten-Free8:29 How finding her purpose healed her health10:03 Healthy fats vs carbohydrates in the diet11:40 The role of fiber in the diet13:20 Her thoughts on the Carnivore Diet14:37 The ideal food template15:50 "Health is not found in the extremes"17:08 The first step to optimizing your diet17:46 Fiber & the Microbiome19:35 Connections with the gut20:43 Co-morbidities & viral susceptibility22:17 Minimizing pharmaceutical interventions22:53 Red flags for low diversity in the gut23:27 Stool Tests & Metagenomic Sequencing24:18 Metabolites vs Bacteria25:20 The benefits of testing 25:55 Short-Chain Fatty Acids & Neurotransmitters28:01 Legumes in the diet & The Blue Zones29:26 Bacterial overgrowth & Dysbiosis31:26 FODMAPs32:19 The #1 myth about gut health33:15 Building your plate34:17 Saturated fats & Keto diet35:15 Prioritizing quality food35:55 TMAO & Glycine36:39 Too much protein in the diet & The Protein Fallacy39:18 Regenerative Agriculture & Environmental Pollution43:13 Defining Fasting44:17 The only studies we have on fasting45:00 How to approach fasting for female clients47:27 Preconception Nutrition49:53 Importance of microbiome during pregnancy51:59 Her journey as a Mother thus far55:14 Her one piece of advice for takeaway56:03 Thanks for tuning in!RESOURCES:Website: The Natural NutritionistInstagramTwitterFacebookSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/biohacker-babes-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

John Parker shares his passion for functional holistic health, strength and conditioning, and creating self-dependence & resiliency in today's social environment. His background as a Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist, Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner, StrongFirst & Barbell Instructor, and a CHEK Exercise & Lifestyle Coach, provides a wide-array of knowledge within the health & wellness field.  Tune in to learn how he finds inspiration, his experience with minimalism minimum-effective dose, and unique approach to coaching for a better lifestyle and healthier habits.1:22 Welcome to the Show!1:47 John's Bio3:06 What Johns has been up to in Quarantine!5:41 His journey into health & wellness7:45 Consistency with healthy habits9:02 CHEK Holistic Lifestyle Coach Program9:16 Teachings of Paul Chek10:20 "Walking the Walk"12:11 Using concrete examples for coach success13:29 Minimalism & keeping it simple16:15 Perfect vs Imperfect program17:52 His training approach and 'elevator speech'18:48 Simplicity in strength-training20:56 Why he chooses Kettlebells22:05 MED (Minimum Effective Dose)22:54 His 20-minute workout24:13 GPP (General-Physical Preparedness)26:14 His background playing sports28:11 Dancer & Glute training28:48 Balancing movement patterns29:37 Renee's back injury31:09 Hypo vs Hyper-Mobility33:24 Movement assessments 36:50 Motivation & inspiration for change37:17 Ido Portal Method40:28 His daily routine44:03 Vitamin D homework45:01 Getting enough calories46:31 Dosing protein intake48:16 Deciphering "what works for you"49:49 Importance of animal protein51:05 Unexplained symptoms55:43 John's one piece of advice for today57:30 His podcast: Vital Metabolic59:08 Where you can find him59:28 Thanks for tuning in!RESOURCES:CHEK Institute Vital Metabolic PodcastInstagram: John ParkerInstagram: Vital MetabolicFacebook: John Jeffrey ParkerStrengthAxis.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/biohacker-babes-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Lauren Berlingeri is Co-Founder/Co-CEO of HigherDOSE -- a spa focused on next-level health and wellness therapies, and information on “getting high naturally”. Together we dive into the benefits behind infrared saunas and how to optimize your health through sweating and doing less.SHOW NOTES: 1:20 Welcome to the show!1:39 Lauren Berlingeri’s Bio2:47 Lauren’s current experience in Quarantine4:00 Sauna routine at home4:28 Staying hydrated while breastfeeding5:18 Hormone balancing & skin health6:09 History of sauna practice6:40 Study: Men in sauna vs all-cause mortality7:21 Health benefits of infrared sauna9:15 Heat Shock Proteins (HSP)9:57 Sauna for Recovery & Rehab10:50 Differing types of sweat11:39 Her discovery of infrared saunas13:51 Sharing the benefits of sauna with NYC15:08 Lauren’s personal health journey17:30 “Women vs Workout”20:53 Her ah-ha moment23:25 The power of less24:28 Shatavari & herbs for hormones24:57 Her morning super coffee28:12 Infrared vs Traditional sauna29:47 What to expect at Higher Dose30:52 Sauna culture around the world32:30 Endorphin release33:34 HIGHERDOSE Spa culture34:25 Infrared sauna blankets39:09 Saunas & EMF-exposure41:47 Partnering with Clearlight Sauna46:01 Future plans for Higher Dose47:55 Lauren’s one piece of advice50:41 Thanks for tuning in!RESOURCES:Higher DoseAnima Mundi HerbsPremier Research LabsInstagram: Lauren BerlingeriInstagram: Higher DoseSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/biohacker-babes-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

In Part 2 with Dasha Maximov, we're diving into the world of research on Women's Health and what the future may hold, as well as hot topics such as fasting, birth control pills, and Fem Tech.SHOW NOTES:1:22 Welcome to the show!1:51 Lack of research for women2:28 Welcome back, Dasha!3:35 WhealthCo & Women’s Biohacking Collective5:34 The issues with research7:56 Women are complicated9:04 Women prohibited from research10:19 The Women's Health Initiative12:07 Evolution of women's health12:43 Fem Tech starting to boom13:37 Clue App for tracking cycle14:25 Biohacking & Integration16:01 The future of women's health16:27 Outsourcing our health17:15 Education & testing for ourselves18:20 Fasting for women19:05 Renee's story about hormones & fasting19:54 Hypothetical women’s fasting challenge21:48 Focus on the individual first22:15 Getting involved with WhealthCo24:50 Bringing women together25:54 Concerns with birth control26:32 The conversation we should be having27:50 Balancing scientific research with personal experience28:38 Renee's experience 30:47 You are not your symptoms33:00 We can all look up to each other35:59 Dasha's one piece of advice 37:17 Where to find Dasha online37:42 Thanks for tuning in!RESOURCES:WhealthCo_dashofhealthClue AppSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/biohacker-babes-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Concussions: many of us don't even know we've had them, and can have detrimental effects beyond headaches and brain fog. Dasha Maximov shares her journey to optimizing her brain and overall health following multiple concussions, and shares her top tips for protecting yourself from electromagnetic pollution. SHOW NOTES:1:22 Welcome to the show!1:39 Dasha Maximov's Bio & Story2:48 How we met Dasha4:25 What she’s been up to in quarantine5:21 Exploration of how people react differently 8:21 Self-dependence & fasting in quarantine9:08 Her history of concussions12:48 Curing her own stomach ulcer13:20 Leaving society for 3 months14:29 Her experience with chronic headaches15:20 Sleep issues post-concussion15:58 Breaking down concussions18:35 Post-concussive symptoms19:18 The concept of "Doing less"21:31 Sleep & Concussion-healing23:01 Helpful supplements24:14 The Omega-3 Protocol24:46 “Air-bag” theory for brain protection26:42 Her dietary changes post-concussions28:39 Lauren’s experience with going vegetarian30:52 Seafood & brain health31:45 “SMASH” - Safe seafood32:49 Testing for heavy metals35:29 Supplementing with algae vs fish36:10 Your brain's omega-3 ratio37:08 “EHS” (electrical hypersensitivity)37:55 Non-native EMFs39:46 WeAreTheEvidence.org - Natasha’s Story41:29 Other Biohacks for concussions43:00 EMF Mitigation vs fear44:11 “SAR” (Standard Absorption Rate) Study46:12 The lack of research on cell phone safety47:46 EMFs affect all of our cells49:25 Dangers of EMF exposure & Children50:35 Hacks for your home54:22 Earthing 56:00 The benefits of antioxidants58:06 Myths & Truths about the sun1:03:08 Heliotherapy & Solariums1:04:09 WAVi Test1:06:27 Continuing on with this episode1:06:41 Thanks for tuning in!RESOURCES:When Brains Collide - Michael Lewis (book)WeAreTheEvidence.org Earthing -  Clinton Ober  (book)Defender ShieldThe Earthing Movie WAVi Test Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/biohacker-babes-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Probiotics are a hot topic and the variety of products on the store shelves today leaves many of us feeling confused about what to take. Today our guest expert, Tina Anderson from JustThrive, explains the pros and cons of different probiotics with a major focus on spore-based probiotics. She also shares many pearls on what can we do for our gut and immune health right now. SHOW NOTES: 1:21 Welcome to the show1:35 Tina Anderson’s Bio2:48 Welcome Tina!3:40 Tina’s story5:10 The story of Just Thrive6:59 The gap in the medical sphere8:44 What is the microbiome?9:44 The role of the microbiome11:00 Antibiotic concerns12:01 Gut offenders!12:44 Taking care of lifestyle factors13:45 Connection between gut health and viral infections14:09 Building internal resistance15:05 The key to better gut microbiome15:45 “Ground Zero for Health”16:58 Spore-based Probiotics18:30 Lab testing on probiotic products19:36 Alive vs Dormant20:15 The 2 types of probiotic strains21:27 Probiotic Myths22:35 Typical probiotic brands23:23 Gut-model study25:01 Science-based research26:25 Lipopolysaccharides & LPS STUDY28:45 #1 driver for Alzheimer’s 29:23 Asymptomatic non-celiac gluten sensitivity29:56 Gluten & Inflammation30:40 Gluten vs. Glyphosate32:01 Gluten Away supplement 32:40 Soil-based vs Spore-based34:45 Diversity in the microbiome35:52 DNA verification study37:38 The flaws in stool testing39:26 Prebiotics as the fertilizer40:31 Prebiotic-rich foods41:20 The role of fermented foods43:32 SIBO (Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth45:07 Rebalancing the gut45:41 Antibiotic-resistance47:37 Vitamin D3 & K248:45 Heart Disease & Vitamin K2-749:39 Death By Calcium51:04 When to take your probiotics53:16 Dosage recommendation53:29 How to know if it’s working55:30 Word of caution57:52 One takeaway from Tina59:18 Thanks for tuning in!RESOURCES:Just Thrive Website – 15% off with code BIOHACKERBABESDeath By Calcium - BookVitamin K2 & the Calcium Paradox - BookSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/biohacker-babes-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Many people think of biohacking and picture someone using a red laser light up their nose, while standing in a cryotherapy unit and then using some fancy gym equipment like the ARX while wearing a HALO headset. While these tools can be great, they’re not necessary and should only be used once foundational practices and hacks have been set and checked off the list. Remember, we have to get back to basics! SHOW NOTES:1:22 Welcome to the show!2:19 Shoutout to our listeners!3:20 Debate & Controversy4:47 Our #1 Biohack6:23 Studies in hospitals: introducing nature6:42 Hospital window story7:43 Healing properties of the sun8:26 Rhonda Patrick & Vitamin D9:40 Pop-up hospitals10:21 Water recommendations10:51 Structured water12:43 Sleep during quarantine14:17 Sleep & hormones 15:08 Nutritional supplements 15:50 Supplemental biohacks16:39 Eating weeds & growing your own food17:48 Sprouting18:13 It's not just WHAT you eat, but HOW you eat20:05 The Blue Zone in Sardinia, Italy20:38 Walking as a free biohack21:45 Mindfulness in everything23:03 Gratitude practice 23:22 Hacks & stacks for Moms25:09 Renee’s favorite stack25:44 Lauren’s favorite stack26:52 Finding joy during this time28:59 Next Biohacker Babes Challenge!29:27 Thanks for tuning in!RESOURCES:Pl@ntNet AppID Weeds AppBrain.fm AppBiohacker Babes 7-Day ChallengeSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/biohacker-babes-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

We’re all stuck in our homes, which can surprisingly be one of the most toxic places to be. From the chemicals in cleaning products, to the flame retardants on furniture, to the personal care products in your bathroom (loaded with xenoestrogens)… our bodies can take quite a hit. In this episode, we address the connection between toxins and hormones, strategies for reducing your toxic load, and tips for creating cleaner health habits. SHOW NOTES:1:20 Welcome to the show!2:20 Who should be concerned?4:01 Toxins: the missing link?4:37 Why most people are sick5:17 Fat storage & Obesogens5:48 Statistics about chemical exposure6:40 “Innocent until proven guilty”7:39 Lack of policy8:31 Bisphenol in our bodies9:25 Endocrine disruptors9:58 PPAR gamma pathway11:02 Obesity link to other disease11:30 Concern with BPA12:14 Why this makes you hotter12:48 Debate & Controversy14:08 “Everything is a chemical”15:08 There’s no safe level for toxins16:08 What makes us unique17:02 Our top biohacking tips17:11 Safe water bottles20:20 Safe coffee lid21:49 Personal care products25:08 Fresh air exposure25:27 Air filtration27:05 Essential Oils28:29 Safe cleaning products30:05 Homebiotic spray30:43 Reducing your overall exposure31:44 The Rain Barrel Effect32:38 Documentary: Toxic Beauty33:03 Film: Dark Waters34:03 See you next week!RESOURCES:Study: PPAR Gamma ActivationStudy: PPAR, Environmental Chemicals & Sex SteroidsArticle: Toxic ExposureLifeFactory water bottleStainless Steel Water BottleReusable Coffee LidReusable Coffee CupEWG Skin Deep databaseBeautycounterAnne Marie Gianni SkincareDrunk Elephant SkincareAlitura SkincareRabbit Air PurifierMolekule Air PurificationHoneywellAir OasisGrove CollaborativeThrive MarketYoung LivingHomebiotic SprayToxic Beauty filmSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/biohacker-babes-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands