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Biohacking with Brittany

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Jan 14, 2025 • 49min

The Reality of Sobriety: Why It Took Me 7 Years to Commit and How It Transformed My Health and Life

Have you ever wondered what life could look like without alcohol?  I share my seven-year journey to sobriety and how it has reshaped my health, biohacking practices, and approach to motherhood.  I break down the science of how alcohol impacts the body and provide actionable tips for navigating a sober lifestyle, especially in social settings and during the ups and downs of parenting.   I TALK ABOUT:  09:00 - My evolving relationship with alcohol over the years 11:00 - The impact of alcohol on biohacking metrics like HRV and sleep quality 17:00 - How I handled the urge to drink during key social moments 21:00 - Why alcohol and fertility don’t mix 24:00 - The hidden dangers of “wine mom culture” in modern parenting 28:00 - Alcohol, breastfeeding, and why I don’t believe in “pump and dump” 32:00 - Setting boundaries and crafting your go-to responses in social settings 37:00 - Healthy alternatives: Mocktails, kombucha, and other drink swaps 44:00 - The role of psilocybin in mental health and my postpartum plans 48:00 - My advice to my fellow moms and women who also want to be sober   SPONSORS: Healthy vascular function is essential to every organ and system in the body. Optimize your vascular health with Calroy’s Vascanox HP and Arterosil HP. Use my link for a special offer. Protect your reproductive health with Leela Quantum Tech’s EMF-blocking underwear. Use code: BIOHACKINGBRITTANY for an extra 10% discount on all of their products!     RESOURCES: Optimize your preconception health by joining my Baby Steps Course today! Optimize your preconception health and fertility through my free hormone balancing, fertility boosting chocolate recipe! Download it now! My Amazon storefront LET’S CONNECT: Instagram, TikTok, Facebook Shop my favorite health products Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Music
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Jan 10, 2025 • 49min

How I’m Taking on 2025: Spartan Race Training, Healing My C-Section Scar with Red Light Therapy, Beating Eczema Through Gut Health, and Transforming My Recovery Routine

2025 is my year to push limits, heal deeply, and transform my health—and it could be yours too. In this solo episode, I’m sharing my bold health goals: training for a grueling 10K Spartan Race, healing my C-section scar with cutting-edge tools like red light therapy, tackling stubborn eczema by optimizing my gut microbiome, and mastering healthier cooking. I’ll reveal the fitness apps I swear by, recovery hacks like sauna therapy and LMNT electrolytes, and the probiotics making a difference for me and my baby. Ready to level up your health goals? Let’s crush them together!   I TALK ABOUT:  5:30 – Training for a 10K Super Spartan race 12:10 – Home gym essentials and my favorite fitness apps (Peloton, Sweat app) 17:00 – Recovery tools: Sauna therapy for longevity and inflammation 20:30 – LMNT electrolytes for hydration support 21:45 – Healing my C-section scar through massage, red light therapy (Kineon code: BIOHACKINGBRITTANY), and core strengthening 27:50 – Importance of pelvic floor physiotherapy for scar mobility and overall recovery 34:30 – Eczema remission through gut health and microbiome testing ( Tiny Health microbiome testing code: BIOHACKINGBRITTANY, probiotics from BiOptimizers code: BIOHACKINGBRITTANY, Muskoka Tallow, Cod liver oil) 41:50 – Evivo and BioGaia probiotics for babies and the impact of C-section birth on microbiome 43:10 – Mastering healthy cooking for family meals with nutrient-dense foods (Wild Meadow Farms proteins and homemade bone broth)   SPONSORS: Join the Health Optimization Summit to learn from top wellness experts, experience cutting-edge biohacks, and connect with a vibrant community—all while optimizing your health in an inspiring environment. Use code BIOHACKINGBRITTANY to get 10% off. Your smile deserves a glycerin-free and fluoride-free toothpaste from Wellnesse. Use BIOHACKINGBRITTANY for 12% off.   RESOURCES: Optimize your preconception health by joining my Baby Steps Course today! Optimize your preconception health and fertility through my free hormone balancing, fertility boosting chocolate recipe! Download it now! My Amazon storefront   LET’S CONNECT: Instagram, TikTok, Facebook Shop my favorite health products Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Music
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Jan 7, 2025 • 1h 2min

Postpartum Recovery Secrets: Breastfeeding Ergonomics, Pelvic Floor Health, and Diastasis Recti Tips with Christina Walsh of Tighten Your Tinkler

Christina Walsh, co-founder of "Tighten Your Tinkler," shares crucial insights for postpartum moms.  We discuss how breastfeeding ergonomics impacts pelvic floor health, the surprising connection between posture and pee leakage, and practical ways to recover from diastasis recti and prolapse—without Kegels or invasive devices! As a new mom, I can relate to these struggles firsthand, and this episode is packed with helpful tips for anyone navigating the postpartum journey.    WE TALK ABOUT:  12:00 - Christina’s journey into pelvic floor health and starting "Tighten Your Tinkler" 20:00 - Why pelvic floor health is important for women 25:00 - Key signs and symptoms of pelvic floor dysfunction 29:00 - Easy adjustments you can make to improve your pelvic floor health 35:00 - The reason Christina avoids Kegels and internal devices 43:00 - The ergonomics of breastfeeding and its impact to pelvic floor health 48:00 - Tips for an ergonomic breastfeeding setup to prevent pain and injury 53:00 - How poor posture can lead to postpartum intimacy issues   SPONSORS: Join the Health Optimization Summit to learn from top wellness experts, experience cutting-edge biohacks, and connect with a vibrant community—all while optimizing your health in an inspiring environment. Use code BIOHACKINGBRITTANY to get 10% off. Your smile deserves a glycerin-free and fluoride-free toothpaste from Wellnesse. Use BIOHACKINGBRITTANY for 12% off.   RESOURCES: Optimize your preconception health by joining my Baby Steps Course today! Optimize your preconception health and fertility through my free hormone balancing, fertility boosting chocolate recipe! Download it now! My Amazon storefront Take the "Tighten Your Tinkler" five-minute quiz to check your pelvic floor health and use code BIOHACKINGBRITTANY for $50 off their program. LET’S CONNECT: Instagram, TikTok, Facebook Shop my favorite health products Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Music
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Jan 3, 2025 • 1h 29min

Encore: My Birth Story: The Reality of Having a Baby in Today’s Healthcare System

My hope is to inspire other moms to feel empowered and confident in their own birth experiences.   SPONSORS: Save big on BiOptimizers supplements, including my favorites—digestive enzymes, probiotics, and magnesium. Use code BIOHACKINGBRITTANY for an exclusive discount!     RESOURCES: Optimize your preconception health by joining my Baby Steps Course today! Optimize your preconception health and fertility through my free hormone balancing, fertility boosting chocolate recipe! Download it now! My Amazon storefront LET’S CONNECT: Instagram, TikTok, Facebook Shop my favorite health products Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Music
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Dec 31, 2024 • 1h 19min

Encore: Optimizing Your Exercise Routine: HIIT, Endurance, Kettlebells, Natural Movement, Gymnastics, Whole Body Vibration, Rebounding, NMES and More

This episode dives deep into exercise guaranteed to turbocharge your health and fitness - from the rejuvenating power of cold water exposure and sauna benefits, to the futuristic vibes of electrical muscle stimulation and whole-body vibration.  I also touched on the mental health miracles triggered by regular physical activity and discussed the benefits of different exercises for your wellness. It's all about mixing up intensities and listening to your body for a happier, healthier you. Have questions or seek product links? Reach out to me on Instagram.   I TALK ABOUT:  11:00 - Health benefits of regular exercise 17:30 - BDNF: How it’s related to exercise 24:00 - Endurance exercises 32:00 - Strength training and its health benefits 39:00 - HIIT: What is the optimal amount? 43:00 - Gymnastics and Kettlebell training 49:00 - Natural movement 51:00 - Body weight training, mobility training and breathing methods: Andrew Huberman’s stretching episode 57:30 - Plyometric training 59:30 - Cold therapy and NMES (Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation) 1:03:00 - Whole body vibration and rebounding 1:06:00 - Sauna and heat exposure: Infrared sauna blanket (code: BRITTANY15)   SPONSORS: Save big on BiOptimizers supplements, including my favorites—digestive enzymes, probiotics, and magnesium. Use code BIOHACKINGBRITTANY for an exclusive discount!   RESOURCES: Optimize your preconception health by joining my Baby Steps Course today! Optimize your preconception health and fertility through my free hormone balancing, fertility boosting chocolate recipe! Download it now! My Amazon storefront   LET’S CONNECT: Instagram, TikTok, Facebook Shop my favorite health products Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Music
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Dec 27, 2024 • 1h 33min

Encore: Master Your Day: How to Biohack Morning, Midday, Evening, Work, Bedroom, and Car Environments for Peak Performance

In this episode, I explore practical strategies to optimize various aspects of daily routines for enhanced productivity and well-being. I share tips for a revitalizing morning routine, focusing on hydration, mindfulness, exercise, and oral hygiene. Then, I address staying hydrated and active during the midday slump. In the evening, I discuss optimizing sleep, a consistent sleep schedule, and relaxation techniques.  Plus, I offer biohacks for work, bedroom, and car environments to enhance performance and wellness.   I TALK ABOUT:  09:00 - Morning routine: Hydration, tongue scraper 28:00 - Breakfast: Timeline Nutrition Urolithin A powder, BiOptimizers protein powder (code BIOHACKINGBRITTANY) 34:00 - Gratitude practice 39:00 - Midday routine: Hydrojug, protein and healthy fat 40:00 - Kion amino acids; LMNT electrolytes 51:00 - Evening routine: Filter Optix (code BIOHACKINGBRITTANY), Eight Sleep (code BRITTANY) 55:00 - Bedroom environment: red bedside lights, Manta sleep mask, Leela Quantum Tech EMF neutralizing products 1:05:00 - Work environment:  left handed mouse, Leela Quantum Tech EMF neutralizing products, exercise ball, desk treadmill, Filter Optix blue light blocking glasses (code BIOHACKINGBRITTANY), F.lux software, binaural beats playlist 1:26:00 - Car: Leela Quantum Tech, essential oil diffuser   SPONSORS: Save big on BiOptimizers supplements, including my favorites—digestive enzymes, probiotics, and magnesium. Use code BIOHACKINGBRITTANY for an exclusive discount!   RESOURCES: Optimize your preconception health by joining my Baby Steps Course today! Optimize your preconception health and fertility through my free hormone balancing, fertility boosting chocolate recipe! Download it now! My Amazon storefront LET’S CONNECT: Instagram, TikTok, Facebook Shop my favorite health products Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Music
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Dec 24, 2024 • 1h 2min

Encore: Q&A: Fasting, Micro Dosing, Raw Milk, Red Light Therapy and More

This week I pull common questions from my Instagram account and answer them for you. Everything from raw milk to plant medicine to red light therapy.  If you have any questions you’d like answered, message me on social media or email me through my website, and I will be more than happy to answer them.   I TALK ABOUT:  03:00 - What my routine is with red light therapy 06:00 - My PRP (Platelet Rich Plasma) results 11:50 - Where I get my Psilocybin from and the safety of it 17:00 - Microdosing with LSD 23:10 - My results from my red light therapy mask 27:00 - How to do cold immersion and its benefits 30:00 - Why I drink raw milk and its benefits 35:00 - How to make fasting work for women   SPONSORS: Save big on BiOptimizers supplements, including my favorites—digestive enzymes, probiotics, and magnesium. Use code BIOHACKINGBRITTANY for an exclusive discount!   RESOURCES: Optimize your preconception health by joining my Baby Steps Course today! Optimize your preconception health and fertility through my free hormone balancing, fertility boosting chocolate recipe! Download it now! My Amazon storefront   LET’S CONNECT: Instagram, TikTok, Facebook Shop my favorite health products Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Music
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Dec 20, 2024 • 43min

Q&A: Using Ozone for Produce, Detoxing Mold Naturally, Boosting Fertility, Managing Period Acne, Balancing Hormones, Improving Gut Health, and Practical Biohacking Tips

In this Q&A episode, I answer your most pressing health, biohacking and wellness questions!  From detoxing mold to optimizing fertility and managing period acne, I explore practical, science-backed solutions you can start using today. I share personal stories, actionable advice, and tools to help you biohack your health in a holistic way, covering nutrition, detoxification, hormone balancing, and functional medicine strategies.   I TALK ABOUT:  05:00 – My qualifications: from nutrition to functional medicine and my future goals 10:00 – How to detox your body from mold exposure naturally 16:00 - How to do dry brushing 19:00 – The importance of lymphatic drainage 21:00 - Real ways to boost your gut health 23:00 – Tips for getting pregnant and optimizing fertility health 27:00 – How to avoid period acne: balancing hormones and improving gut health (OneSkin code: BIOHACKINGBRITTANY) 33:00 – Easy things to do to stabilize your blood sugar 37:00 - Taking a prenatal (Needed code: BIOHACKINGBRITTANY) and cod liver oil 39:00 – Ozone for cleaning produce: Is it worth it?   SPONSORS: Head to qualialife.com/BIOHACKINGBRITTANY for 50% off your purchase of Qualia Senolytic.  And get an additional 15% off if you use code BRITTANY at checkout.  Your smile deserves a glycerin-free and fluoride-free toothpaste from Wellnesse. Use BIOHACKINGBRITTANY for 12% off.   RESOURCES: Optimize your preconception health by joining my Baby Steps Course today! Optimize your preconception health and fertility through my free hormone balancing, fertility boosting chocolate recipe! Download it now! My Amazon storefront OneSkin code: BIOHACKINGBRITTANY Needed code: BIOHACKINGBRITTANY Cod liver oil   LET’S CONNECT: Instagram, TikTok, Facebook Shop my favorite health products Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Music
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Dec 17, 2024 • 54min

Nutrient-Dense Baby Food: Why Fat and Protein Matter, Baby-Led Weaning vs. Purees, and Tackling Child Health Issues with Serenity Carr of Serenity Kids

Serenity Carr, co-founder of Serenity Kids (code: BIOHACKINGBRITTANY15), shares how her childhood health struggles inspired her to create nutrient-dense baby foods.  We discuss the importance of introducing healthy fats and proteins early, balancing baby-led weaning with purees, and how Serenity’s products tackle modern child health concerns like metabolic and mental health issues.   WE TALK ABOUT:  09:00 - Why Serenity created Serenity Kids and her personal health journey 14:00 - Why fat and protein are critical for brain and physical development in babies 21:00 - Baby-led weaning vs. purees 26:00 - Introducing nutrient-dense foods and building healthy habits for your kid 32:00 - How Serenity Kids’ formula sets a new standard for quality and nutrition 41:00 - Industry trends: Why big brands are lagging and what sets Serenity Kids apart 43:00 - Introducing global flavors to expand baby palates during their key flavor window 48:00 - The challenges of vegan and plant-based diets for kids and pregnant mothers 50:00 - Serenity’s advice for parents navigating healthy eating for their kids   SPONSORS: Save big on BiOptimizers supplements, including my favorites—digestive enzymes, probiotics, and magnesium. Use code BIOHACKINGBRITTANY for an exclusive discount! Head to qualialife.com/BIOHACKINGBRITTANY for 50% off your purchase of Qualia Senolytic.  And get an additional 15% off if you use code BRITTANY at checkout.    RESOURCES: Optimize your preconception health by joining my Baby Steps Course today! Optimize your preconception health and fertility through my free hormone balancing, fertility boosting chocolate recipe! Download it now! My Amazon storefront Serenity Kids website (code: BIOHACKINGBRITTANY15) and Instagram LET’S CONNECT: Instagram, TikTok, Facebook Shop my favorite health products Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Music  
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Dec 6, 2024 • 1h 1min

The Hidden Link Between Love, Psychedelics, and Longevity with Dr. Molly Maloof

Dr. Molly Maloof, healthspan expert and creator of the Adamo Method, shares groundbreaking insights on optimizing longevity through love, intimacy, and connection. We explore the profound impact of relationships on health, sharing practical tips to rekindle intimacy after having a baby.  Dr. Molly also introduces the Adamo Method, a program to enhance sexual health, with advice for postpartum moms reconnecting with their partners.   I TALK ABOUT:  05:00 - Dr. Molly’s career journey and her pioneering work in healthspan extension 09:00 - How relationships influence longevity 15:00 - The three pillars of healthspan extension 20:00 - Challenges women face balancing career, family, and reproductive health 29:00 - The Adamo Method: Combining psychosexual development and somatic sexuality 39:00 - Psychedelics for trauma healing and relationship enhancement 43:00 - The healthy and unhealthy side of love 49:00 - The potential risks and rewards of psychedelic therapy 53:00 - Postpartum health tips: Pelvic floor therapy, hormonal balance, and repletion 57:00 - Advice for women struggling with intimacy post-childbirth   SPONSORS: Your smile deserves a glycerin-free and fluoride-free toothpaste from Wellnesse. Use BIOHACKINGBRITTANY for 12% off. Mushroom Breakthrough from BiOptimizers gives you maximum brain power, healthier skin, hair and nails, and supports your immune system. Use code BIOHACKINGBRITTANY for the best discount offer!     RESOURCES: Optimize your preconception health by joining my Baby Steps Course today! Optimize your preconception health and fertility through my free hormone balancing, fertility boosting chocolate recipe! Download it now! My Amazon storefront Dr. Molly Maloof’s website and Instagram The Adamo Method website   LET’S CONNECT: Instagram, TikTok, Facebook Shop my favorite health products Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Music

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