Biohacking Beauty: The Anti-Aging Skincare Podcast

Melissa Boloña: What’s Really Causing Wrinkles (It’s Not What You Think)

Jan 29, 2025
Melissa Boloña, founder of The Beauty and the Broth, shares her transformative journey from battling chronic digestive issues to launching a wellness brand focused on bone broth. She highlights the critical gut-skin connection, explaining how gut health directly influences skin appearance. The discussion uncovers the myths surrounding collagen supplements and emphasizes the importance of ingredient quality. Melissa also advocates for nutrient-dense diets, sharing insights on how simple lifestyle changes can promote healthier skin and overall well-being.
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ANECDOTE

Melissa's Health Journey

  • Melissa Bologna, founder of Beauty & the Broth, shares her health journey, starting with chronic digestive issues.
  • She later developed autoimmunity from mold and found food as medicine, including bone broth, helpful.
ANECDOTE

Discovering Bone Broth

  • Melissa's sister, a health enthusiast, recommended bone broth for gut health.
  • After trying it, Melissa experienced significant improvements, describing it as "witchcraft."
INSIGHT

Humans and Bone Broth

  • Amitai Eshel suggests humans' competitive edge was extracting nutrients from bones.
  • This spurred stone tool creation and became a fundamental part of our diet.
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