359. Biohacking For Women, Systemizing Daily Routines, Debunking Diet Fads, Fertility + More with Ben Greenfield
Mar 12, 2024
auto_awesome
Biohacker Ben Greenfield shares insights on fasting for women, fertility tips, debunking diet fads, balancing family and career, and building a generational legacy. Learn about personalized nutrition, glute activation, and hot-cold therapy benefits for women in this episode.
For women, limiting daily fasting to 10-12 hours is advised to maintain fertility hormones and overall health, while occasional 24-hour fasts offer longevity benefits.
Following a nutrient-dense diet like the 'Weston A. Price diet' rich in vitamin K from sources like fermented dairy, grass-fed butter, and plant fats supports fertility and optimal health during pregnancy.
Prioritizing the 'Big Five' - God, spouse, children, health, and work - leads to a balanced life, transforming business commitments while maintaining spiritual, relational, and health aspects.
Deep dives
Intermittent Fasting for Women's Health
Intermittent fasting is popular, but research shows that women may need to be cautious. Fasting beyond 12 hours can lead to fertility hormone downregulation, impacting libido, skin, hair, and cholesterol levels. It's advised for women to limit daily fasting to 10-12 hours, while engaging in longer 24-hour fasts a couple of times a month for longevity benefits.
Nutritional Considerations for Fertility and Pregnancy
Vitamin K, especially the MK4 form, plays a crucial role in heart health, bone health, and muscle composition. Consuming fermented dairy, grass-fed butter, and plant fats like avocado and olive oil can provide vitamin K. Following a dietary approach like the 'Weston A. Price diet,' emphasizing nutrient-dense foods can support fertility and overall health during pregnancy and beyond.
Balancing Business, Family, and Priorities
Prioritizing key aspects of life is crucial for balance. The 'Big Five' priority system includes God, spouse, children, health, and work. Adjusting priorities led to a transformation in balancing business commitments with family responsibilities, ensuring that spiritual, relational, and health facets are maintained alongside professional endeavors.
Morning Routine and Family Rituals
Starting the day with a structured morning routine involving reading the Bible, engaging in body care activities, and listening to spiritual content sets the tone for a fulfilling day focused on personal growth and family connection. Family rituals like morning meditation, breath work, and team huddles create a sense of unity and purpose within the family, promoting communication and shared responsibilities throughout the day. Incorporating activities like reading a chapter from a book together, singing songs, and participating in family dinner games strengthens family bonds and fosters a supportive, engaging environment for all family members.
Legacy Building and Family Connectivity
Emphasizing the importance of generational legacy and family traditions, the podcast highlights the value of intentional family planning and rituals for long-term cohesion and connection. Setting up family meetings, discussing contributions, chores, challenges, and upcoming family events on a regular basis helps maintain a strong family unit. By creating a family crest, logo, and handbook, each family member is actively involved in preserving the family's values and traditions, contributing to a sense of pride and identity within the family.
Scaling a million-dollar business starts with better health. Today we are deep diving into health, family, and legacy with Ben Greenfield - a biohacker, nutritionist, and 13x New York Times Best-Selling Author. In this episode we talk about the world of nutrition + biohacks, how health impacts our businesses, relationships, and beyond. Ben shares applicable modalities, specifically for women to prioritize your health and fertility, all whilebuilding a balanced lifestyle focused on family, marriage, and a thriving career. This episode is full of nuggets any ambitious female entrepreneur can adapt into their lifestyle to leave a lasting legacy.
HIGHLIGHTS
The truth behind fasting for women + how to fast for longevity.
Fertility talk – preparing your body for a healthy pregnancy through diet and biomechanics.
Biohacks for the “perfect” human diet, covering up the holes in any diet + debunking diet fads.
Routines for balancing + prioritizing family, career, and lifestyle as a present parent.
How to build generational legacy and impact.
RESOURCES + LINKS
Join The Société: The Place to Build A Freedom-Based Business