Biohacking with Brittany

Kirk Ouimet, a tech founder turned health innovator and CEO of Phi, dives into the future of wellness technology. He shares his journey from Snapchat to prioritizing healthspan over lifespan. Kirk discusses how Phi's AI health assistant enhances medical care by ensuring privacy while merging user data with actionable insights. He also elaborates on innovative supplement delivery methods focused on nutrient absorption and personalized dosing based on individual health needs and menstrual cycles. Discover a science-backed path to better health!

Meditation coach and "Organically, Jamie" founder Jamie Graber gets real about matrescence, the myth of balance, and how to keep your relationship a team sport after kids. We unpack mom-guilt, invisible labor, nervous-system regulation, and why presence—not perfection—is the point. If you're a busy, health-curious mom (or partner) ready to drop mom-guilt, share the mental load, and replace "balance" with seasons—using breathwork and better timing, this episode is for you. WE TALK ABOUT: 05:55 - How motherhood redefines your presence, purpose, and joy 11:20 - Why you should stop chasing balance and practice presence where you are 19:00 - Creating meditations and why focused work blocks matter for moms 16:30 - Why your happiness teaches your child 21:05 - How you and your partner have different mental loads 25:10 - Growing together after the baby 26:50 - Using breath to expand time and compassion in conflict 29:30 - How to check if you trying to be right or have a better moment 38:20 - Teamwork mindset beats tit-for-tat accounting 43:50 - Letting small stuff go + the "dishes" story and what it really means SPONSORS: CaloCurb (get 10% OFF) is my go-to, 100% plant-based alternative to Ozempic—helping you feel full sooner, snack less, and finally trust your body again without needles, drugs, or yo-yo diets. Join me in Costa Rica for Optimize Her, a 5-night luxury women's retreat in Costa Rica with yoga, healing rituals, and biohacking workshops—only 12 spots available. RESOURCES: Trying to conceive? Join my Baby Steps Course to optimize your fertility with biohacking. Free gift: Download my hormone-balancing, fertility-boosting chocolate recipe. Explore my luxury retreats and wellness events for women. Shop my faves: Check out my Amazon storefront for wellness essentials. Jamie Graber's website and Instagram Shift with Jamie (try it for 7 days free) LET'S CONNECT: Instagram, TikTok, Facebook Shop my favorite health products Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Music

Dr. Lori Bouchard, a naturopathic doctor focused on cancer care, shares why more women in their 30s–40s are being diagnosed at late stages - even when they "feel fine" - and exactly how to get ahead of it with annual baselines, smart labs (insulin, A1c, hs-CRP/ESR, homocysteine), detox strategies, fasting, stress regulation, and heat-based therapies. If you're a proactive, health-curious woman, especially a busy mom, who wants a clear, science-backed game plan to catch cancer risk early with smart labs, stress resets, detox, fasting, and sauna, this episode is your playbook. WE TALK ABOUT: 06:00 – The shocking shift in cancer demographics (younger women, later stages) 07:20 – First steps when you're overwhelmed by a new diagnosis 10:45 – Key biomarkers for cancer detection 19:50 – Nervous system as prevention - breathwork, gratitude, grounding 22:40 – How to do a personal health audit 23:40 – "Detox is BS?" Testing reveals what the body still holds onto 26:55 – Sauna & hyperthermia for detox and tumor microenvironments 30:50 – Proactive health strategies for cancer prevention 36:50 – Perfectionism, type-A patterns, and why rest is medicine 44:15 – Teaching kids real-world food literacy and boundaries SPONSORS: Reset stress on demand with Pulsetto (code: BIOHACKINGBRITTANY) - a neck-worn vagus-nerve stim that calms stress in ~4 minutes so you sleep better and feel calmer. Join me in Costa Rica for Optimize Her, a 5-night luxury women's retreat in Costa Rica with yoga, healing rituals, and biohacking workshops—only 12 spots available. RESOURCES: Trying to conceive? Join my Baby Steps Course to optimize your fertility with biohacking. Free gift: Download my hormone-balancing, fertility-boosting chocolate recipe. Explore my luxury retreats and wellness events for women. Shop my faves: Check out my Amazon storefront for wellness essentials. Dr. Lori Bouchard's website and Instagram LET'S CONNECT: Instagram, TikTok, Facebook Shop my favorite health products Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Music

Health technologist and science communicator Caitlin Shure (NextSense) joins me to unpack brainwave-measuring earbuds that can both read and change your mental state—starting with sleep. We dive into why "Gen-1" wearables overwhelm you with charts but don't help you in the moment, how earbud-EEG works (yes, with just three electrodes), the messy truth on EMF fears, and why women—especially moms—need "do-it-for-me" tools, not just dashboards. This episode is for women—especially busy moms and high-achievers—who want better sleep, calmer days, and science-backed wearables that actually help (not just track). WE TALK ABOUT: 05:00 - Caitlin's origin story: From "not a science person" to neuroscience and science communication 06:20 - Making complex brain science click for everyday life (and why wearables help) 09:55 - Why "one new idea at a time" beats info overload in health education 10:20 - Early neurotech (Muse), then Apple Watch, Oura, CGM—what worked and what didn't 13:20 - Why "wearable must be wearable": Rings, watches, now earbuds near your brain 14:30 - Starting with sleep: The lowest-hanging lever for memory, mood, and cognition 19:40 - Neurons, synchrony, and how three earbud electrodes capture EEG 24:50 - Women's health use-cases: Pregnancy, postpartum, perimenopause, menopause 29:05 - "Numbers, not judgments": Why NextSense won't label your sleep 'good' or 'bad' 34:30 - What's next: Adaptive Focus and Relaxation sessions (neurofeedback-like audio) 36:30 - Binaural beats: Mixed evidence, likely responders vs non-responders SPONSORS: CaloCurb (get 10% OFF) is my go-to, 100% plant-based alternative to Ozempic—helping you feel full sooner, snack less, and finally trust your body again without needles, drugs, or yo-yo diets. Join me in Costa Rica for Optimize Her, a 5-night luxury women's retreat in Costa Rica with yoga, healing rituals, and biohacking workshops—only 12 spots available. RESOURCES: Trying to conceive? Join my Baby Steps Course to optimize your fertility with biohacking. Free gift: Download my hormone-balancing, fertility-boosting chocolate recipe. Explore my luxury retreats and wellness events for women. Shop my faves: Check out my Amazon storefront for wellness essentials. NextSense website and Instagram Caitlin Shure's website LET'S CONNECT: Instagram, TikTok, Facebook Shop my favorite health products Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Music

Lindsey Strong joins Brittany to decode how genetics, epigenetics, and key SNPs (think MTHFR, COMT, CYPs, nitric oxide) shape women's hormones, stress, fertility, and recovery - and when peptides might actually help (or not) if you're TTC, pregnant, or breastfeeding. We break down how to read a genetics report without fear, why no one has "perfect genes," and how to translate SNPs into food, lifestyle, and supplement strategy. If you're a woman ready to turn your DNA, hormones, and daily habits into a simple, evidence-informed plan - for steadier energy, better cycles, smarter fertility/pregnancy/breastfeeding choices, smoother perimenopause, and clarity on when (or if) peptides make sense - this episode is for you. WE TALK ABOUT: 08:00 - Genetics & women's health basics and why "good/bad genes" is a myth 09:10 - How to read DNA reports; greens, yellows, reds as action guides 15:40 - Why many women's symptoms are "cellular dysfunction," not a tidy diagnosis 27:20 - Cortisol wiring: ACE variants + the "golden" COMT genotype nuance 37:10 - Nitric oxide: Circulation, energy, libido; breath-of-fire and beets 41:40 - Choline at midlife, cognition, lipids; prenatal relevance too 47:10 - Envirotoxins, UGT/glucuronidation, calcium-D-glucarate, and sauna vs supplements 50:00 - Peptides 101 + safety nuance for pregnancy & breastfeeding 55:20 - Favorites: GLP-1/"tirzepatide," MOTS-C, SS-31, Epitalon for receptors/telomeres 59:00 - How to work with a practitioner; testing + peptide education options SPONSORS: CaloCurb (get 10% OFF) is my go-to, 100% plant-based alternative to Ozempic—helping you feel full sooner, snack less, and finally trust your body again without needles, drugs, or yo-yo diets. Reset stress on demand with Pulsetto (code: BIOHACKINGBRITTANY) - a neck-worn vagus-nerve stim that calms stress in ~4 minutes so you sleep better and feel calmer. RESOURCES: Trying to conceive? Join my Baby Steps Course to optimize your fertility with biohacking. Free gift: Download my hormone-balancing, fertility-boosting chocolate recipe. Explore my luxury retreats and wellness events for women. Shop my faves: Check out my Amazon storefront for wellness essentials. Lindsey Strong's website and Instagram LET'S CONNECT: Instagram, TikTok, Facebook Shop my favorite health products Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Music

Caroline Alan, co-founder of Beam Minerals (code: BIOHACKINGBRITTANY), unpacks how fulvic and humic minerals re-fuel your cells, calm the nervous system, and fix the "brownout" most women are living in. We explore why modern soil depletion leaves you chronically low, how to test what's really happening inside your cells, the truth about salty electrolytes, and simple daily protocols that actually move the needle. Must-listen if you're juggling work, motherhood, or perimenopause and still battling fatigue, cramps, headaches, or restless nights. WE TALK ABOUT: 00:30 - Caroline's health crash, flatlined adrenals, gut + sinus issues, and the first wins from minerals 02:20 - Dentist-verified gum + tissue changes after two months of minerals 07:05 - Why ratios matter, macro vs trace minerals, and the ecosystem model, not megadoses 18:20 - The limits of RDAs, and why your body, not labels, should set needs 19:50 - Why megadose minerals can backfire on your gut microbiome 25:55 - Testing that reflects intracellular status, and why blood or urine can mislead 33:00 - Salt-based electrolytes, when they help, when they don't, and a gentler swap 38:30 - Period cramps as a depletion signal 40:10 - Fertility, lactation, and mineral voltage for mitochondria dense ovaries 46:10 - Caroline's exact stack for moms and athletes SPONSORS: Reset stress on demand with Pulsetto (code: BIOHACKINGBRITTANY) - a neck-worn vagus-nerve stim that calms stress in ~4 minutes so you sleep better and feel calmer. Join me in Costa Rica for Optimize Her, a 5-night luxury women's retreat in Costa Rica with yoga, healing rituals, and biohacking workshops—only 12 spots available. RESOURCES: Trying to conceive? Join my Baby Steps Course to optimize your fertility with biohacking. Free gift: Download my hormone-balancing, fertility-boosting chocolate recipe. Explore my luxury retreats and wellness events for women. Shop my faves: Check out my Amazon storefront for wellness essentials. BEAM Minerals website (code: BIOHACKINGBRITTANY) and Instagram LET'S CONNECT: Instagram, TikTok, Facebook Shop my favorite health products Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Music

Why your nervous system — not your willpower — is the key to healing stress, burnout, and sleep struggles. This week, I'm joined by Povilas Sabaliauskas, CEO and co-founder of Pulsetto (code: BIOHACKINGBRITTANY), to talk about how regulating the vagus nerve can change the way we respond to stress, burnout, and even sleep struggles. We explore how Povilas' journey led to creating Pulsetto, a vagus nerve device that resets the body in minutes. We also unpack neuromodulation, the differences between stress, anxiety, and burnout, and how HRV tracking reveals your nervous system health. This is a must-listen for anyone juggling the demands of modern life, especially parents and women navigating constant stressors. WE TALK ABOUT: 11:00 – How personal loss led Povilas to explore neuromodulation and nervous system health 18:00 – What vagus nerve stimulation is and why it matters for stress and relaxation 21:00 – The hidden addiction to adrenaline and overstimulation 24:30 – Social media, dopamine, and the junk food of the brain 28:40 – Differentiating between stress, anxiety, and burnout 33:45 – How Pulsetto impacts HRV and sleep quality 43:15 – How Pulsetto compares to other neuromodulation devices 48:40 – Potential applications in pain management, from tattoos to labor 52:45 – The optimal daily routine for using Pulsetto SPONSORS: CaloCurb (get 10% OFF) is my go-to, 100% plant-based alternative to Ozempic—helping you feel full sooner, snack less, and finally trust your body again without needles, drugs, or yo-yo diets. Join me in Costa Rica for Optimize Her, a 5-night luxury women's retreat in Costa Rica with yoga, healing rituals, and biohacking workshops—only 12 spots available. RESOURCES: Trying to conceive? Join my Baby Steps Course to optimize your fertility with biohacking. Free gift: Download my hormone-balancing, fertility-boosting chocolate recipe. Explore my luxury retreats and wellness events for women. Shop my faves: Check out my Amazon storefront for wellness essentials. Pulsetto's website (code: BIOHACKINGBRITTANY) and Instagram LET'S CONNECT: Instagram, TikTok, Facebook Shop my favorite health products Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Music

In this episode, I'm pulling back the curtain on my upcoming Optimize Her Retreat in Costa Rica — a luxury, science-meets-soul experience for women ready to restore, rebalance, and return home overflowing with energy and vitality. Born from my own journey with gut issues, hormone imbalances, and the exhaustion of early motherhood, I created what I couldn't find anywhere else: a retreat that blends cutting-edge biohacking with deep feminine restoration. Across 5 nights and 6 days, you'll experience farm-to-table meals designed for women's health, daily movement and longevity workshops, healing ceremonies, luxury spa treatments, and personalized support with me. This isn't about fixing yourself — it's about remembering the wisdom already within your body. Spots are limited, and to celebrate my birthday, every woman who joins this weekend will also receive a free $500 LumiVitae hydrogen water bottle delivered before the retreat — so your transformation begins now, not later. I TALK ABOUT: 02:00 – Why I created the Optimize Her retreat 03:15 – Retreat details: Location, travel, and what's included 06:10 – Yoga, movement, farm-to-table meals, and nourishing experiences 06:45 – Luxury spa, sauna rituals, and biohacking therapies 09:45 – Personalized one-on-one consultations before and during the retreat 11:30 – Overcoming blocks: time away from family and financial concerns 14:30 – Birthday bonus: the LumiVitae hydrogen water bottle 21:40 – How misalignments in life show up in the body SPONSORS: Join me in Costa Rica for Optimize Her, a 5-night luxury women's retreat in Costa Rica with yoga, healing rituals, and biohacking workshops—only 12 spots available. RESOURCES: Trying to conceive? Join my Baby Steps Course to optimize your fertility with biohacking. Free gift: Download my hormone-balancing, fertility-boosting chocolate recipe. Explore my luxury retreats and wellness events for women. Shop my faves: Check out my Amazon storefront for wellness essentials. LET'S CONNECT: Instagram, TikTok, Facebook Shop my favorite health products Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Music

Dr. Mani Kukreja, physician and integrative wellness expert, breaks down the misunderstood reality of women's health after 40—from stress and hormonal decline to bone loss and accelerated aging. We unpack why women's fatigue, belly weight, and brain fog are often dismissed—and how stress and estrogen decline drive it. Dr. Mani shares strategies from Age Stronger, Live Longer on movement, protein, sleep, and testing as true foundations for longevity. Listen to learn the "gym bro" secrets women over 40 actually need—impact training, weightlifting, and protein cycling—to stay strong, protect bones, and cut disease risk. WE TALK ABOUT: 10:00 – Why women's health declines faster after 40 15:30 – The overlooked foundations for longevity 18:00 – Movement as medicine and the biology of bone health 23:20 – Why women need impact training and weightlifting 37:40 – Why most women are hesitant to strength train 40:20 – Sleep, stem cells, and Alzheimer's risk 43:10 – The blood tests that you need to take 51:45 – Cholesterol, inflammation, and genetic predisposition 55:30 – Why pregnancy is an inflammatory condition SPONSORS: Join me in Costa Rica for Optimize Her, a 5-night luxury women's retreat in Costa Rica with yoga, healing rituals, and biohacking workshops—only 12 spots available. CaloCurb (get 10% OFF) is my go-to, 100% plant-based alternative to Ozempic—helping you feel full sooner, snack less, and finally trust your body again without needles, drugs, or yo-yo diets. Spark effortless cellular renewal and longevity with SpermidineLIFE (code: BIOHACKINGBRITTANY) —the clinically studied, easy-to-take caps that nudge your body's autophagy switch every day. RESOURCES: Trying to conceive? Join my Baby Steps Course to optimize your fertility with biohacking. Free gift: Download my hormone-balancing, fertility-boosting chocolate recipe. Explore my luxury retreats and wellness events for women. Shop my faves: Check out my Amazon storefront for wellness essentials. Dr. Mani Kukreja's website and Instagram LET'S CONNECT: Instagram, TikTok, Facebook Shop my favorite health products Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Music

Dr. Christopher Davis, triple board-certified cardiologist and functional medicine expert, reveals why the real root of heart disease isn't cholesterol—it's toxins, inflammation, and oxidative stress. After a decade placing stents, Dr. Davis saw he wasn't treating the real causes of heart disease. At Reveal Vitality, he now helps patients uncover toxins, reduce inflammation, and prevent heart attacks. In this episode, we break down why toxins are showing up in almost every patient, the surprising link between saunas and detoxification, and how women in their 30s and 40s can catch early heart disease warning signs long before standard testing would. WE TALK ABOUT: 05:00 – From stents to root causes: Why Dr. Davis shifted into functional medicine 11:00 – The alarming findings from environmental toxin testing 17:10 – How to use sauna and detox strategies safely (including during breastfeeding) 26:25 – The genetic markers you need to test for heart disease risk 39:30 – Why women's heart disease symptoms are vague and often ignored 51:00 – COVID and spike protein damage to the vascular system 56:00 – The #1 test Dr. Davis wants you to take right now SPONSORS: Masszymes by BiOptimizers is my go-to full-spectrum digestive enzyme blend that turns heavy, bloated meals into smoother digestion, better nutrient absorption, and lasting energy—save 15% using code BIOHACKINGBRITTANY. Join me in Costa Rica for Optimize Her, a 5-night luxury women's retreat in Costa Rica with yoga, healing rituals, and biohacking workshops—only 12 spots available. RESOURCES: Trying to conceive? Join my Baby Steps Course to optimize your fertility with biohacking. Free gift: Download my hormone-balancing, fertility-boosting chocolate recipe. Explore my luxury retreats and wellness events for women. Shop my faves: Check out my Amazon storefront for wellness essentials. Humann website; Reveal Vitality website Dr. Christopher Davis' Instagram LET'S CONNECT: Instagram, TikTok, Facebook Shop my favorite health products Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Music