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Biohacking with Brittany

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Jul 1, 2021 • 56min

Why Is the Thyroid Underrated? Dr. Tim Jackson Explains

This episode is all about functional medicine, insulin resistance, and the thyroid's role in our health. We dig into how the thyroid impacts all our other organs and hormones and why we must assess its function when dealing with chronic symptoms.  Dr. Tim Jackson, DPT, CNS(c), is a functional medicine practitioner and biohacker. He works with individuals who want to perform better in any aspect of their lives by optimizing their physiology and lifestyle habits.    We also talk about: Structured water  Bio-identical hormones Cellular hypothyroidism Resources: Dr. Tim Jackson Use "brittany10" for a discount when working with Dr. Tim For more Biohacking with Brittany: Instagram Facebook Become A Client Join my Emfies pre-order waitlist Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Play Today's Sponsors:  Emfies are healthier underwear made for women by women. Join my waitlist here. Use my discount code BIOHACKINGBRITTANY for 25% off all products and plans from InsideTracker.
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Jun 25, 2021 • 36min

Connecting You Back to Your Roots With Great Bear Rainforest Essential Oils

Today, I discuss essential oils that are steam-distilled from fresh, sustainably harvested conifer needles gathered in Northern BC, Canada, with Rodney Mulholland, one of Great Bear Rainforest Oils managers. Great Bear Rainforest Essential Oils is a social enterprise supported by the Coastal First Nations Great Bear Initiative - a non-profit society.   We also talk about:  - Creating a sustainable business for Indigenous people and the environment  - How aromatherapy works - How to forest bathe - Toxic skincare ingredients   Resources: - Try Great Bear Rainforest Essential Oils (code: BIOHACKINGBRITTANY) - Great Bear Rainforest Essential Oils on Instagram   For more Biohacking with Brittany: - Instagram - Facebook - Become A Client - Join my Emfies pre-order waitlist - Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Play   Today's Sponsors:  - Emfies are healthier underwear made for women by women. Limited pre-orders are available very soon! Join the waitlist here.
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Jun 18, 2021 • 38min

Should You Be Taking CBD Oil and the History of Cannabis With Matt Chandler of AlcHempist

This week I dive into what exactly CBD oil is, why it’s so popular, and who can benefit from it with Matt Chandler of AlcHempist, a full spectrum hemp oil company. We talk about the difference between CBD, CBN, CBC, CBG cannabinoids and which ones we should ideally be taking as a supplement.  Matt is the Founder and CEO of AlcHempist. His mission is to create the highest quality, full-spectrum products using raw organic hemp extracts and fortify them with additional plant cannabinoids, resulting in much more powerful effects inside the body.  We also talk about: - The human endocannabinoid system - The history of cannabis and hemp - Pets using CBD and hemp   Resources: - Try AlcHempist products (code: BIOHACKINGBRITTANY) - AlcHempist Instagram   For more Biohacking with Brittany: - Instagram - Facebook - Become A Client - Join my Emfies pre-order waitlist - Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Play   Today's Sponsors:  - Emfies are healthier underwear made for women by women. Limited pre-orders are available very soon! Join the waitlist here. - Try Sensate, a device that stimulates your vagus nerve for stress management. Use code BIOHACKINGBRITTANY for a discount!
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Jun 11, 2021 • 56min

The Future of Skincare Is Personalized With Vanessa Grutman of Project Skin MD

How personalized is your skincare routine? In this episode, we break down the latest biohacking skincare treatments, serums and tools you can use to create healthy, glowing skin that lasts.  Vanessa Grutman joins me from Project Skin MD, a center of excellence for laser and aesthetic dermatology in Vancouver and Richmond, BC – that focuses on empowering patients in aging gracefully. Vanessa is the co-founder and an inspired leader and mom, passionate about entrepreneurship, innovation and health optimization. We also talk about: Pandemic skin problems Healing acne PRP and fillers Resources: Connect with Vanessa on her website Follow Vanessa on Instagram  Check out Project Skin MD Follow Project Skin MD on Instagram For more Biohacking with Brittany: Instagram Facebook Become A Client Join my Emfies pre-order waitlist Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Play Sponsors:  Emfies are healthier underwear made for women by women. Limited pre-orders are available very soon! Join the waitlist here. Book a Health Test Analysis with me to review your latest results and improve your health faster and easier.
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Jun 4, 2021 • 1h 2min

Where Are All the Female Biohackers? With Katie Moore of Katie Type A

This episode is with my friend Katie Moore (otherwise known as Katie Type A), where we discuss female biohacking and the lack of leading female biohackers in the space. We touch on Katie's health journey, business, her favorite biohacks, and one's that she doesn't love.    Katie is an entrepreneur, YouTuber, and a self-proclaimed biohacker with a background in journalism. Katie is constantly experimenting with new health and wellness tech on her YouTube channel and helps clients improve their sleep health through one-on-one consultations.   We also talk about: The lack of diversity in biohacking Stem cell therapy Healthy skin, hormone testing and supplements   Resources:   Subscribe to Katie Type A on YouTube Learn More about Katie Type A Shop Katie Type A's Favorite Gadgets   For more Biohacking with Brittany:   Instagram Facebook Become A Client Join my Emfies pre-order waitlist Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Play   Today's Sponsors:    Emfies are healthier underwear made for women by women. Limited pre-orders are available very soon! Join the waitlist here.
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May 26, 2021 • 51min

I Did a Live Blood Cell Analysis, Parasites, Epstein-Barr Virus, Lyme Disease, With Shannon Gregory

I had a Live Blood Cell Analysis done, and these are the results with expert Shannon Gregory. We talk about EBV, parasites, Epstein-Barr Virus, Lyme Disease, inflammation and more.
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May 20, 2021 • 39min

Is the 75 Hard Challenge Worth It? My Personal Review and Tips at Mid-Way

Explore the 75 Hard Challenge, where daily commitments push limits and foster growth. Discover personal insights, including the balance of difficulty and ease encountered along the way. Gain practical tips on hydration, scheduling, and the crucial role of support systems. Reflect on the mental health implications and why sustainable changes might be more beneficial than strict rules. Perfect for anyone considering this challenge, or those simply curious about its impact on health and wellness.
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May 7, 2021 • 52min

Is EMF the New Smoking? DefenderShield Founder, Daniel Debaun, Explains.

You know I’ve been researching EMF, mainly because I’m developing my own healthier underwear line for females (called Emfies) that protects against EMF damage. To understand EMF and the impacts on our bodies more, I brought Daniel DeBaun on the show, the co-founder and CEO of DefenderShield, a company specializing in EMF education and protection. Daniel DeBaun is an expert in EMF radiation, shielding, and related health issues, focusing on the effect of exposure from mobile devices such as laptops, tablets, and cell phones. Daniel’s concern grew from over thirty years of engineering experience in the telecommunications industry, where he held a variety of executive positions at SAIC, Telcordia, AT&T, and Bell Labs. He is also the co-author of Radiation Nation: The Fallout of Modern Technology. We outline precisely what EMF is, how it impacts our health, and how to mitigate the effects. We also talk about: The rollout of 5G and what this means EMF on our immune system and gut health  The future of EMF Electromagnetic sensitivity  Resources: DefenderShield products (biohackingbrittany discount code) Radiation Nation: The Fallout of Modern Technology book For more Biohacking with Brittany: Instagram Facebook Become A Client Join my Emfies pre-order waitlist Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Play Today's Sponsors:  Emfies are healthier underwear made for women by women. Limited pre-orders are available very soon! Join the waitlist here. Use my discount code BIOHACKINGBRITTANY for 25% off all products and plans from InsideTracker.
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Apr 30, 2021 • 35min

Naturopathy for Glowing and Healthy Skin with Dr. Alexa Chichak

This week I brought on an old friend of mine and Naturopathic Doctor, Dr. Alexa Chichak. We open up about skincare products, treatments, and how naturopathy can play a role in maintaining a healthy glow. Dr. Chichak is Vancouver based Naturopathic Doctor who focuses on mental health, hormones, stress, and nutrition. She was inspired to pursue a career as an ND after experiencing first-hand the impact that natural medicine had on her own health journey. She is currently accepting patients. We also talk about: How diet and digestion impact skin The role of SPF and vitamin D The impacts of stress and sleep on skin Resources: Dr. Chichak’s website Dr. Chichak on Instagram For more Biohacking with Brittany: Instagram Facebook Become A Client Join my Emfies pre-order waitlist Listen on Spotify, iTunes, Google Play  Today's Sponsors:  Emfies are healthier underwear made for women by women. Limited pre-orders are available very soon! Join the waitlist here. Use my discount code BIOHACKINGBRITTANY for 25% off all products and plans from InsideTracker.
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Apr 22, 2021 • 36min

Spiritual Biohacking and Meditation with Todd Denen

This week I dive into spiritual biohacking with Todd Denen, a 4th Level Master with over 30 years of advanced meditation and spiritual development training. He’s the founder of the R5 Formula, which teaches entrepreneurs how to increase business growth by accelerating human development and evolution rapidly. We talk about the common myths and misconceptions about meditation and how someone can know if they are meditating correctly.  We also talk about: Benefits of meditation  Mindfulness versus meditation  The role of spiritual biohacking Resources: R5Formula.com Todd on Youtube For more Biohacking with Brittany: Instagram Facebook Become A Client Join my Emfies pre-order waitlist Listen on Spotify, iTunes, Google Play Today's Sponsors:  Emfies are healthier underwear made for women by women. Limited pre-orders are available very soon. Join the waitlist here. Use my discount code BIOHACKINGBRITTANY for 25% off all products and plans from InsideTracker.

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