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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Many of us chase radiant, youthful skin by investing in expensive products, but I’ve learned that the secret to lasting results often lies beneath the surface—literally. Your gut health plays a pivotal role in your skin’s appearance, influencing everything from hydration to inflammation and even premature aging. The more I dive into this topic, the more I realize how understanding the gut-skin connection is key to unlocking healthier, glowing skin.

In this episode of Biohacking Beauty, I sit down with Melissa Boloña, founder of The Beauty and the Broth, to discuss how gut health impacts our skin and why bone broth has become a cornerstone of so many wellness routines. Melissa shares her personal journey of overcoming chronic digestive issues and autoimmunity, and we break down the science behind bone broth’s bioavailability, its role in repairing the gut lining, and how it supports collagen production while reducing inflammation.

This is a conversation I’ve been wanting to have for a long time because the connection between gut health and skin health is often overlooked. We also dive into common misconceptions about collagen supplements, why sourcing and bioavailability matter, and how simple changes to your routine can have a profound impact on your overall health and appearance.

Melissa Boloña

is the founder of The Beauty and the Broth, a wellness brand redefining bone broth with convenience and quality. After overcoming chronic digestive issues and autoimmunity, she became passionate about the gut-skin connection and ancestral nutrition.

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We Also Discuss:

(00:01) The Power of Bone Broth

(08:50) Discovering the Benefits of Bone Broth

(20:30) Exploring Bone Broth Sourcing and Benefits

(29:57) Exploring Nutrition & Lifestyle Choices

(35:15) Balancing Business and Wellness Priorities

(50:22) Navigating Brand Integrity and Decision-Making

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Melissa Boloña

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