

Biohacking with Brittany
Brittany Ford
On Biohacking with Brittany, host Brittany Ford blends holistic wisdom and modern science to help women optimize their health at every stage.
From hormones and fertility to gut healing and longevity, she empowers you to feel at home in your body and take charge of your wellness with clarity and confidence.
Tune in for honest, research-backed conversations and practical tools to become your healthiest, most vibrant self.
From hormones and fertility to gut healing and longevity, she empowers you to feel at home in your body and take charge of your wellness with clarity and confidence.
Tune in for honest, research-backed conversations and practical tools to become your healthiest, most vibrant self.
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Dec 2, 2020 • 50min
Correct Hormone Imbalances and Sexual Dysfunction With Dr. Tarin Forbes Including Increasing Libido, Sexual Enhancement With Gainswave and Other Biohacks
In this episode, I chat with Dr. Tarin Forbes about all things sexual health including increasing libido for both men and women, creating a healthier sex life through nutrition, lifestyle and fitness, and specific biohacks that can enhance intimacy. Dr. Forbes draws from her personal experience with health challenges, and her confidence from treating each patient uniquely as she explains how to strive for optimal health, a far better approach to health care. We also talk about: Biohacks for libido Balancing hormones and the right lab tests to take GainsWave treatment for sexual enhancement Resources: Dr. Tarin Forbes Instagram: @drtarinforbes GainsWave sexual enhancement For more Biohacking with Brittany: Instagram Facebook Become A Client Free Biohack Your Cycle one-pager Listen on Spotify, iTunes, Google Play

Nov 19, 2020 • 41min
Overcome Limiting Beliefs, Emotional Instability, Trauma and Entrepreneur Struggles With Clare Williamson
This week I chat with Clare Williamson, a Certified Coach, Motivational Speaker, Mum of 3, and Author. Clare explains how she spent three years in her business broke, frustrated, and stuck until she discovered how to biohack her emotions and leverage her personal story to create the impact and the income of her dreams. We also talk about: Emotional biohacking for productivity Entrepreneur struggles and how to overcome them How to handle limiting beliefs Levelling up your mindset Resources: Clare Williamson website Instagram: @cw_full_circle For more Biohacking with Brittany: Instagram Facebook Become A Client Free Biohack Your Cycle one-pager Listen on Spotify, iTunes, Google Play

Nov 4, 2020 • 52min
Is Diet Enough? The Case for Supplements with Wade Lightheart of BiOptimizers
In this episode, Wade Lightheart and I chat about the serious issues surrounding the quality of our food, and how our food is not enough for creating long-lasting optimal health results. Wade is an author, athlete (3-Time Canadian national All Natural Bodybuilding Champion), nutritionist, and expert on fixing digestion. He is also the Co-Founder and President at BiOptimizers, a digestive and health optimization company. Use code BIOHACKINGBRITTANY for a discount on BioOptimizers digestive enzymes, probiotics, and many other supplements! We also talk about: Poor soil quality and what to do about it Taking responsibility for your health today Optimal digestion Symptoms of poor gut health Resources: BiOptimizers website Instagram: @bioptimizers Facebook: BiOptimizers For more Biohacking with Brittany: Instagram Facebook Become A Client Free Biohack Your Cycle one-pager Listen on Spotify, iTunes, Google Play

Oct 14, 2020 • 46min
I Had My DNA Tested and Here Are the Results, Genes and Nutrition, Epigenetics, and Why You Should Get Tested
Today we dive deep into the world of DNA and how it can impact your health in a profound way. I interview Lois Nahirney, the CEO and the President of dnaPower Inc. a company with the mission to empower people to make smarter diet, fitness, and health decisions based on their unique genetic makeup. We unpack my DNA test results, looking at everything from diet preferences to my Alzheimer's risk to the genes that impact my hormones and fertility. We even uncover what type of fitness and exercise my genes prefer, and how to maximize this. Interested in having your genes tested? Use code BIOHACKINGBRITTANY for $50 off totalPower or totalPower Connect. We also talk about: Epigenetics and how we can control gene expression How to optimize your DNA results in a practical way Why everyone should have their DNA tested Resources: dnaPower Inc website Instagram: @dnapowerinc Facebook: dnaPower For more Biohacking with Brittany: Instagram Facebook Become A Client Free Biohack Your Cycle one-pager Listen on Spotify, iTunes, Google Play

Oct 7, 2020 • 55min
Fitness, Recovery, Lyme Disease and Healthy Habits with John Woerner
In this episode, I sit down with John Woerner to discuss all things exercise, fitness, and healthy habits. John is a Personal Trainer and Holistic Health Coach with a strong passion for using and promoting various healing modalities. He is the host of the podcast "Swolistic Living", which is all about healthy living in today's world. We discuss John's experience with Lyme disease and how this dramatically shaped his life and career, as well as how to take responsibility for your health today in order to create a healthier tomorrow. We also talk about: The impacts of alcohol on your health How to speed up recovery Compound exercises and organic movement Resources: John's podcast Swolistic Living Instagram: @jjwoerner For more Biohacking with Brittany: Instagram Facebook Become A Client Free Biohack Your Cycle one-pager Listen on Spotify, iTunes, Google Play

Sep 23, 2020 • 38min
Biohack your Pelvic Health with Kegels, Pelvic Floor Therapy, and Other Easy Biohacks for Optimal Vaginal Health
In today's episode, I chat all things pelvic and vaginal health with Kim Vopni, who is a self-professed pelvic health evangelist, certified fitness professional, published author, speaker, and women’s health educator. She is known as "The Vagina Coach" online and is the founder of Pelvienne Wellness Inc - a company offering pelvic health programs and coaching. We chat about common pelvic floor issues, how to know if your pelvic floor is healthy, and what you can do every day to strengthen it. We discuss the impacts of childbirth on the female body and how to recover more healthily. We also talk about: How to do kegels Why you should care about your pelvic floor before conceiving Easy biohacks for vaginal health Resources: Check out Kim Vopni Instagram: @vaginacoach For more Biohacking with Brittany: Instagram Facebook Become A Client Free Biohack Your Cycle one-pager Listen on Spotify, iTunes, Google Play

Sep 14, 2020 • 31min
Monk Fruit: The Best Keto, Vegan and Natural Sweetener
In this episode, one of the founders of SweetMonk is on the show to explain exactly what Monk fruit is and how it's an all-natural healthy alternative to regular cane sugar. Monk fruit is keto, vegan, diabetic, and paleo-friendly, with zero calories. We discuss the impact of sugar in our diets and how it can negatively impact our health and longevity for years to come. We also talk about: Hidden sugars in common foods How much sugar you should be eating What makes Monk fruit unique Resources: Check out SweetMonk Instagram: @sweetmonk For more Biohacking with Brittany: Instagram Facebook Become A Client Free Biohack Your Cycle one-pager Listen on Spotify, iTunes, Google Play

Aug 8, 2020 • 34min
Everything You Need To Know About Hydration, Single-File Alignment Water and Skin Health
In this episode, I chat with Lynda Cormier-Hanser, the CEO of GIA Wellness, a business focused on the fundamentals of wellness, hydration, energy and nourishment. We focus on their i-H2O water system, which transforms ordinary, filtered water into ultra-hydrating, super bio-available water. We discuss the benefits of single-file alignment (SFA) water, which mimics the body's own natural state of cell water including skin hydration, longevity, aging, detoxification and nourishment. We also talk about: Skin health Filtered water verses SFA water Proper hydration for optimal health Resources: Gia Wellness water systems Instagram: @giawellness For more Biohacking with Brittany: Instagram Facebook Become A Client Free Biohack Your Cycle one-pager Listen on Spotify, iTunes, Google Play

Jul 13, 2020 • 33min
Adaptogens, Mushrooms and Nutrients For Our Skin with Hannah Roberts from Knowrish Well
In this episode, Hannah Roberts, a Naturopath, and researcher from Knowrish Well, joins me as we discuss the growing popularity of specific nutrients like mushrooms and herbal adaptogens. Knowrish Well is a functional food company that delivers nutrient-dense products including various drink mixes. We chat about what adaptogens are, how to use them and the benefits for our overall health. We also dive into the world of mushrooms and which ones can help make a big impact in our skin and gut health. Hannah speaks to the role nutrition and supplements play in maintaining glowing skin regardless of age, and how the skin is closely linked to our gut health. We also talk about: Vegan and functional nutrition Potent ingredients Knowrish Well uses in their drink mixes How Knowrish Well was created Resources: Knowrish Well’s delicious products Instagram: @knowrishwell For more Biohacking with Brittany: Instagram Facebook Become A Client Free Biohack Your Cycle one-pager Listen on Spotify, iTunes, Google Play

Jun 29, 2020 • 58min
My Personal Health Story: Gut Health, Hormonal Imbalances, Amenorrhea, PCOS, Biohacking and Holistic Health Protocols
This is a BIG episode! It has been in the making for several months now. Today I discuss everything about my health in my first solo episode. I dive deep into my health history, discussing my journey of healing my gut and the current issues I face with my hormones. I talk about intestinal permeability (leaky gut), dysbiosis, and digestion, as well as all the healing protocols I tried to support these issues, including nutrition, supplements, lifestyle, and specific gut-related tests. I also discuss my hormones, how I am not getting my period, the hormone tests I’ve done so far, and what exactly I’m doing about it. Thankfully, I actually got my period a few days after recording this episode! This is so exciting and shows my personal 3-month health protocol is working. I also talk about: New healing modalities I’m trying My current offers for clients How my business has grown in the last 6 months How I got into biohacking For more Biohacking with Brittany: Connect on Instagram @biohackingbrittany Connect on Facebook Subscribe to my newsletter through biohackingbrittany.com Download my free Biohack Your Cycle one-pager Listen on Spotify, iTunes, Google Play