Smarter Not Harder I Tried It So You Don’t Have To: Biohacks, Fails, and Weird Protocols | SNH Podcast #122
May 7, 2025
Dr. Allen Bookatz shares his hilarious and eye-opening health experiments, including the perils of gallbladder flushes and the challenges of high-altitude hiking. He joins a lively group of health enthusiasts, discussing wild detox journeys, outrageous biohacks like colon cleansing, and the unexpected results of pushing wellness to the limits. The conversation is packed with laughter and personal stories that highlight both the comical and serious sides of self-experimentation in health.
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Jodi's Gallbladder Flush Experience
- Jodi Duval tried a gallbladder flush involving apple juice, Epsom salts, and olive oil to expel stones.
- She successfully expelled several green and yellow stones but warns it's risky and potentially painful.
Risks of Gallbladder Flushes
- Allen Bookatz also tried a gallbladder flush and described the mechanism causing gallstones to shoot out.
- He warns it can cause dangerous blockages and pain, sometimes requiring emergency care or surgery.
Colonics for Powerlifting Weight Cut
- Boomer Anderson tried colonics to cut powerlifting competition weight quickly but only lost a couple kilos.
- He humorously wished he had kept the colonic active during deadlifts to accelerate weight loss.