The Melanie Avalon Biohacking Podcast
Melanie Avalon
Join best-selling author and actress Melanie Avalon as she interviews today's leading health and wellness experts, going beyond the fads to bring you all the biohacking tips, tricks, and techniques to effortlessly upgrade your body, brain, and life. Because why not live awesome? You got this! Theme Music by Narek Mirzaei, Artwork by Barbara McGregor
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Oct 23, 2026 • 1h 25min
#377 - Austin Perlmutter: Brain Wash, Polyphenols & Aging, Sickness & Social Withdrawal, Measuring Immune Inflammation, The Evolutionary Purpose Of Anxiety & Depression, Epigenetic Clocks, Brain Inflammation Effects, Social Media Problems, Tartary Buckwheat Benefits, And More!
TRANSCRIPT AND FULL SHOW NOTES:melanieavalon.com/austinperlmutterBook: https://amzn.to/4oF0nQASPONSORS AND DISCOUNTS: AVALONX: Melanie made AvalonX to be her ideal supplements! They come in glass bottles, are free of toxic fillers and common allergens, screened for heavy metals and mold, and triple-tested for purity and potency. Get on the email list to stay up to date with all the special offers and news about Melanie's new supplements at avalonx.us/emaillist! Get 10% off at avalonx.us and mdlogichealth.com with the code MELANIEAVALON. Plus, text AVALONX to 877-861-8318 for a one-time 20% off code for avalonx.us.AVALONX EMF: Use code MelanieAvalon to get 10% off Melanie's EMF blocking products at AvalonXEMF.us.FOOD SENSE GUIDE: Get Melanie's app to tackle your food sensitivities. Food Sense includes a searchable catalog of 300+ foods, revealing their gluten, FODMAP, lectin, histamine, amine, glutamate, oxalate, salicylate, sulfite, and thiol status. It also includes compound overviews, reactions to look for, lists of foods high and low in these compounds, the ability to create your own personal lists, and more. Get it at MelanieAvalon.com/FoodSenseGuideCONNECT WITH MELANIEFACEBOOK: Join Melanie's Facebook group for a weekly episode giveaway and to discuss and learn about all things biohacking. All conversations are welcome! IF Biohackers: Intermittent Fasting + Real Foods + LifeINSTAGRAM: Follow Melanie on Instagram to see the latest moments, products, and #allthethings! @melanieavalonOur Sponsors:* Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code MELANIEAVALON for 20% off your entire order. https://www.trudiagnostic.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Oct 16, 2026 • 1h 30min
#376 - Ashley Koff: Your Best Shot, GLP-1 Agonist Benefits, Your Weight Health Hormones, GLP-1, GIP, CCK & PYY, Reducing Food Reward, Regulating Insulin, GLP-1 Judgment Bias, “Microdosing”, Body Weight Set Points, When & How to Come Off Ozempic, Why Food Should Be Delicious, And More!
Ashley Koff, registered dietitian and founder of The Better Nutrition Program, brings a nuanced perspective on weight health. She explores GLP-1, GIP, CCK, and PYY, personalized dosing, microdosing, insulin regulation, body-composition set points, and what happens after stopping medication. They also discuss food reward, deliciousness, eating disorders, and emerging GLP-1 therapies.
Oct 9, 2026 • 1h 32min
#375 - Dr. Jolene Brighten: ADHD & Women, The Neurodivergent Spectrum, Autism, ADHD & AuDHD, The 5 ADHD Types, Stimulant Medications, Perimenopause, Pills & Puberty, The Benefits of ADHD, Seeking Novelty & Kinky Sex, Dopamine, Estrogen, Progesterone & Testosterone, Smart HRT, The Sour Shock, ADHD Superfoods, The Exhaustion of Societal Masking, Time Blindness, And More!
Dr. Jolene Brighten, a naturopathic physician and women’s health expert, explores ADHD, autism, and AuDHD in women. They discuss masking, sensory overload, hormones, perimenopause, stimulant medications, nutrition, dopamine, sexuality, and the evolutionary strengths of neurodivergence. A lively look at why ADHD can shift across the menstrual cycle and how better care may begin with recognizing the full spectrum.
Oct 2, 2026 • 1h 6min
#374 - Deb Schachter & Whitney Otto: Body Image Inside Out, Bad Body Image Moments, Is "Fat" A Feeling, Your Pedestal Person, Non-Judgemental Acceptance, Getting Rid Of Shame, Finding Your Alignment, Social Media & Image, The Benefits Of Clothes & Style, And More!
Whitney Otto, an executive coach, former world rowing champion, and eating-disorder care professional, joins clinician Deb Schachter to explore body image from the inside out. They unpack “bad body image” moments, what “feeling fat” can really signal, pedestal people, shame, social media, attraction, and how clothing and personal style can support alignment and self-care.
Sep 25, 2026 • 1h 17min
#373 - Scott Hutcheson: Biohacking Leadership, The Three Key Leadership Traits, Theatrical Biomechanics, Body Language & Micro-Expressions, Emotional Contagion, Female Leadership Hurdles, Optimizing Communication, Outer And Inner Alignment, The Magic Of Storytelling, And More!
Scott Hutcheson, a leadership professor, consultant, and author of Biohacking Leadership, explores how theater and behavioral science shape powerful leaders. They discuss warmth, competence, gravitas, body language, micro-expressions, emotional contagion, storytelling, strategic questions, authentic presence, and the persistent double standards facing women in leadership.
Sep 18, 2026 • 1h 1min
#372 - Zaldy Tan: What To Remember When Forgetting, Normal Vs. Abnormal Memory Loss, The Stages Of Dementia, Supporting Loved Ones With Cognitive Decline, How To Diagnose Alzheimer’s, Partners And Intimacy, Lifestyle Vs. Genetics, Telling White Lies, And More!
Zaldy Tan, a neurologist and memory-disorders specialist at Cedars-Sinai, explores the many faces of cognitive decline. They discuss normal forgetfulness versus warning signs, Alzheimer’s diagnosis, genetics and lifestyle, dementia’s varied stages, and preserving independence. The conversation also tackles caregiving, relationships and intimacy, compassionate communication, white lies, advance planning, and creating dementia-friendly communities.
Sep 11, 2026 • 1h 58min
#371 - Elisabeth Mckay: Abandonment And Rejection, The Root Cause Of Your Problems, Perception Problems, Defining Objective Reality, Borderline Personality Disorder, Finding Your Baseline, Problems With Therapy, Nurture Vs. Nature, Healing Vs. Truth, Raising Children, And More!
TRANSCRIPT AND FULL SHOW NOTES:melanieavalon.com/brainliarBook: https://amzn.to/3QW2HG5Get 15% off all Break Method programs (the step after mapping) with code MELANIE15 at PredictiveMind.io.www.elisabethmckay.comSPONSORS AND DISCOUNTS: PURVINE: Go to PurVine.app and use code MELANIEAVALON for 10 welcome points.LMNT: Get your free Sample Pack with any LMNT purchase at drinklmnt.com/melanieavalon.AVALONX: Melanie made AvalonX to be her ideal supplements! They come in glass bottles, are free of toxic fillers and common allergens, screened for heavy metals and mold, and triple-tested for purity and potency. Get on the email list to stay up to date with all the special offers and news about Melanie's new supplements at avalonx.us/emaillist! Get 10% off at avalonx.us and mdlogichealth.com with the code MELANIEAVALON. Plus, text AVALONX to 877-861-8318 for a one-time 20% off code for avalonx.us.AVALONX EMF: Use code MelanieAvalon to get 10% off Melanie's EMF blocking products at AvalonXEMF.us.FOOD SENSE GUIDE: Get Melanie's app to tackle your food sensitivities. Food Sense includes a searchable catalog of 300+ foods, revealing their gluten, FODMAP, lectin, histamine, amine, glutamate, oxalate, salicylate, sulfite, and thiol status. It also includes compound overviews, reactions to look for, lists of foods high and low in these compounds, the ability to create your own personal lists, and more. Get it at MelanieAvalon.com/FoodSenseGuideCONNECT WITH MELANIEFACEBOOK: Join Melanie's Facebook group for a weekly episode giveaway and to discuss and learn about all things biohacking. All conversations are welcome! IF Biohackers: Intermittent Fasting + Real Foods + LifeINSTAGRAM: Follow Melanie on Instagram to see the latest moments, products, and #allthethings! @melanieavalonOur Sponsors:* Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code MELANIEAVALON for 20% off your entire order. https://www.trudiagnostic.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Sep 4, 2026 • 1h 23min
#370 - Dr. David Perlmutter: Brain Defenders, The Cause Of Dementia, The Missing Puzzle Piece, Microglial Cells, Amyloid Plaque Problems, The Brain's Immune System, APOE4 Risk, Metabolism & Cognitive Health, GLP-1 Benefits, Microplastics & Glyphosate, The Future Of Neurological Support, And More!
TRANSCRIPT AND FULL SHOW NOTES:melanieavalon.com/braindefendersBook: https://amzn.to/4xdNRLqSPONSORS AND DISCOUNTS: PURVINE: Go to PurVine.app and use code MELANIEAVALON for 10 welcome points.AVALONX: Melanie made AvalonX to be her ideal supplements! They come in glass bottles, are free of toxic fillers and common allergens, screened for heavy metals and mold, and triple-tested for purity and potency. Get on the email list to stay up to date with all the special offers and news about Melanie's new supplements at avalonx.us/emaillist! Get 10% off at avalonx.us and mdlogichealth.com with the code MELANIEAVALON. Plus, text AVALONX to 877-861-8318 for a one-time 20% off code for avalonx.us.AVALONX EMF: Use code MelanieAvalon to get 10% off Melanie's EMF blocking products at AvalonXEMF.us.FOOD SENSE GUIDE: Get Melanie's app to tackle your food sensitivities. Food Sense includes a searchable catalog of 300+ foods, revealing their gluten, FODMAP, lectin, histamine, amine, glutamate, oxalate, salicylate, sulfite, and thiol status. It also includes compound overviews, reactions to look for, lists of foods high and low in these compounds, the ability to create your own personal lists, and more. Get it at MelanieAvalon.com/FoodSenseGuideCONNECT WITH MELANIEFACEBOOK: Join Melanie's Facebook group for a weekly episode giveaway and to discuss and learn about all things biohacking. All conversations are welcome! IF Biohackers: Intermittent Fasting + Real Foods + LifeINSTAGRAM: Follow Melanie on Instagram to see the latest moments, products, and #allthethings! @melanieavalonOur Sponsors:* Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code MELANIEAVALON for 20% off your entire order. https://www.trudiagnostic.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Aug 28, 2026 • 1h 19min
#369 - Max Martin: Enhanced Games, Performance Enhancing Drugs, The Future Of Athletic Performance, Breaking World Records, Problems With The Olympics, Compensating Athletes, The Future Of Longevity Medicine, Peptides, Hormones, & Longevity Supplements, And More!
Use code Melanie at melanieavalon.com/enhanced for 25% off TRANSCRIPT AND FULL SHOW NOTES:melanieavalon.com/enhancedgames SPONSORS AND DISCOUNTS: AVALONX: Melanie made AvalonX to be her ideal supplements! They come in glass bottles, are free of toxic fillers and common allergens, screened for heavy metals and mold, and triple-tested for purity and potency. Get on the email list to stay up to date with all the special offers and news about Melanie's new supplements at avalonx.us/emaillist! Get 10% off at avalonx.us and mdlogichealth.com with the code MELANIEAVALON. Plus, text AVALONX to 877-861-8318 for a one-time 20% off code for avalonx.us.AVALONX EMF: Use code MelanieAvalon to get 10% off Melanie's EMF blocking products at AvalonXEMF.us.FOOD SENSE GUIDE: Get Melanie's app to tackle your food sensitivities. Food Sense includes a searchable catalog of 300+ foods, revealing their gluten, FODMAP, lectin, histamine, amine, glutamate, oxalate, salicylate, sulfite, and thiol status. It also includes compound overviews, reactions to look for, lists of foods high and low in these compounds, the ability to create your own personal lists, and more. Get it at MelanieAvalon.com/FoodSenseGuideCONNECT WITH MELANIEFACEBOOK: Join Melanie's Facebook group for a weekly episode giveaway and to discuss and learn about all things biohacking. All conversations are welcome! IF Biohackers: Intermittent Fasting + Real Foods + LifeINSTAGRAM: Follow Melanie on Instagram to see the latest moments, products, and #allthethings! @melanieavalonOur Sponsors:* Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code MELANIEAVALON for 20% off your entire order. https://www.trudiagnostic.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Aug 21, 2026 • 1h 42min
#368 - Dr. Drew Ramsey: Healing The Modern Brain, Variety Of Relationships, Self Awareness, Purpose Vs. Passion, Casual Dating Benefits, Food For The Brain, “I Don’t Know” Problems, Pain For Change, Inflammation, Neuroplasticity & The Gut Microbiome, And More!
Get 20% off Healing the Modern Brain course with code MELANIE at https://learn.drewramseymd.com TRANSCRIPT AND FULL SHOW NOTES:melanieavalon.com/modernbrainBook: Healing the Modern Brain: Nine Tenets to Build Mental Fitness and Revitalize Your Mind―A Comprehensive Guide to Cultivating Mental Fitness and Revitalizing Brain HealthSPONSORS AND DISCOUNTS: AVALONX: Melanie made AvalonX to be her ideal supplements! They come in glass bottles, are free of toxic fillers and common allergens, screened for heavy metals and mold, and triple-tested for purity and potency. Get on the email list to stay up to date with all the special offers and news about Melanie's new supplements at avalonx.us/emaillist! Get 10% off at avalonx.us and mdlogichealth.com with the code MELANIEAVALON. Plus, text AVALONX to 877-861-8318 for a one-time 20% off code for avalonx.us.AVALONX EMF: Use code MelanieAvalon to get 10% off Melanie's EMF blocking products at AvalonXEMF.us.FOOD SENSE GUIDE: Get Melanie's app to tackle your food sensitivities. Food Sense includes a searchable catalog of 300+ foods, revealing their gluten, FODMAP, lectin, histamine, amine, glutamate, oxalate, salicylate, sulfite, and thiol status. It also includes compound overviews, reactions to look for, lists of foods high and low in these compounds, the ability to create your own personal lists, and more. Get it at MelanieAvalon.com/FoodSenseGuideCONNECT WITH MELANIEFACEBOOK: Join Melanie's Facebook group for a weekly episode giveaway and to discuss and learn about all things biohacking. All conversations are welcome! IF Biohackers: Intermittent Fasting + Real Foods + LifeINSTAGRAM: Follow Melanie on Instagram to see the latest moments, products, and #allthethings! @melanieavalonOur Sponsors:* Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code MELANIEAVALON for 20% off your entire order. https://www.trudiagnostic.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
