Non-negotiables for Optimizing Brain Health with Kayla Barnes

In this episode of the Magic Minds podcast, host James Beshara interviews Kayla Barnes, a leading expert in health, wellness, and biohacking. They discuss various topics related to women's health and wellness, including the rarity of true health in today's society, the impact of seed oils on chronic diseases, and simple tactics to improve health and wellness. Kayla shares her morning routine, which includes getting morning sun or red light therapy, prayer or meditation, movement, and cold therapy. She also discusses the importance of understanding women's specific health needs and the need for more research in this area. In this conversation, Kayla Barnes and James Beshara discuss various topics related to health optimization. They touch on the importance of biohacking for a healthy pregnancy, the role of community in longevity, the benefits of a morning routine, the impact of marriage on health, and the significance of sleep. They also discuss the prevalence of chronic diseases and the importance of lifestyle changes in preventing and reversing these conditions. Kayla provides insights on nutrition, the dangers of seed oils, and the importance of quality sleep. Overall, the conversation emphasizes the need for individuals to take control of their health and make small, sustainable changes to optimize their well-being.

Chapters

• 00:00 The Rarity of True Health
• 02:06 Kayla's Morning Routine and Move to LA
• 03:50 Simple Tactics for Health and Wellness
• 13:37 Ozone Therapy and Detox
• 20:31 Cold Therapy and Workouts
• 28:26 Understanding Women's Health Needs
• 35:58 Biohacking for a Healthy Pregnancy and Fertility
• 38:17 The Role of Community in Longevity
• 50:54 The Power of a Morning Routine and Quality Sleep
• 56:56 Preventing and Reversing Chronic Diseases through Lifestyle Changes
• 01:07:49 The Dangers of Processed Foods and Seed Oils

Dive into "Magic Minds" with host James Beshara, where wisdom and innovation meet comedy and storytelling from the world's most brilliant minds. From the heart of startup culture to the depths of philosophy, James engages with thinkers, doers, and artists to uncover secrets of creativity, productivity, and personal well-being. Inspired by his own transformative journey and the creation of Magic Mind, this podcast is a beacon for anyone looking to enhance their mental performance, self-growth, and perspectives. Join us to elevate your morning ritual and unlock your highest potential.

James Beshara (https://www.twitter.com/jamesbeshara) is a renowned startup founder of multiple companies, a prolific startup investor in 200+ others including some of the biggest startup names on the planet, a husband and father of three little girls, and philosophy student and teacher in Los Angeles.

James also co-hosts Yoga For Your Intellect (https://www.YFYI.co), a biweekly long-form conversational podcast with his teacher Joseph Emmett ( https://www.instagram.com/yogaforyourintellect ) and a daily podcast and Youtube channel dedicated to the timeless wisdom of the Upanishads (https://www.thedailyvedantic.com).