

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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Sep 6, 2024 • 1h 20min
#266 - Brandy Gillmore: Mind-Body Healing, The Problems With Positivity, The Placebo Effect, Biophoton Emission, Making Authentic Change, Optimism & Physical Vitality, Loneliness & Illness, And More!
GET TRANSCRIPT AND FULL SHOWNOTES: melanieavalon.com/mindbodyIF Biohackers: Intermittent Fasting + Real Foods + Life: Join Melanie's Facebook group for a weekly episode giveaway, and to discuss and learn about all things biohacking! All conversations welcome!Follow Melanie on Instagram to see the latest moments, products, and #allthethings! @melanieavalonAVALONX SPIRULINA: Spirulina is out now! AvalonX supplements are free of toxic fillers and common allergens (including wheat, rice, gluten, dairy, shellfish, nuts, soy, eggs, and yeast), tested to be free of 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 avalonx.us and mdlogichealth.com with the code MELANIEAVALON!Text AVALONX to 877-861-8318 for a one-time 20% off code for avalonx.usFOOD 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. Food Sense also includes compound overviews, reactions to look for, lists of foods high and low in them, the ability to create your own personal lists, and more!Brandy's backgroundThe mind body connectionMeditationOpen label placebo efficacyThe role of optimism and physical vitalityBecoming optimistic while injuredNeural transformational musicUsing music to transform emotionsBiophotonsThe natural healing processEmotional regulationSubconscious programmingMaking authentic changeCross-linking emotionsVisualizationDwelling in the negativeFueling the positiveMirror touch synesthesia

Aug 30, 2024 • 1h 35min
#265 - Susan Bratton: Sexual Health And Wellness, Types of Orgasms, Healthy CBD Lubricants, Sexual Biohacking & Regenerative Tools, Using Sex Toys, Solo Pleasure & Great Sex, Intimacy Melts, And More!
GET TRANSCRIPT AND FULL SHOWNOTES: melanieavalon.com/sexyIF Biohackers: Intermittent Fasting + Real Foods + Life: Join Melanie's Facebook group for a weekly episode giveaway, and to discuss and learn about all things biohacking! All conversations welcome!Follow Melanie on Instagram to see the latest moments, products, and #allthethings! @melanieavalonAVALONX SPIRULINA: Spirulina is out now! AvalonX supplements are free of toxic fillers and common allergens (including wheat, rice, gluten, dairy, shellfish, nuts, soy, eggs, and yeast), tested to be free of 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 avalonx.us and mdlogichealth.com with the code MELANIEAVALON!Text AVALONX to 877-861-8318 for a one-time 20% off code for avalonx.usFOOD 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. Food Sense also includes compound overviews, reactions to look for, lists of foods high and low in them, the ability to create your own personal lists, and more!Growing up in a religious householdAbstinence and fear based sex educationCan we have too much sex?Types of orgasmsEnteroceptionTranslating great masturbation to great sexPleasure tools to activate your entire yoniThe three clitoral structuresSupplements to support longevity and libidoVaginal toningSexual biohacking vs regenerative toolsPhthalatesCBD meltsForiaAnal SexIncorporating toys into partnered sexSex life bucket listErectile dysfunction

Aug 23, 2024 • 1h 39min
#264 - Catharine Arnston: Spirulina Science, The Perfect Evolutionary Food, Mitochondrial Health, Superoxide Dismutase & Phycocyanin, ATP Production, Cancer Prevention, Apoptosis, Autophagy & Necroses, Nutrient Dense Vegan Protein, And More!
GET TRANSCRIPT AND FULL SHOWNOTES: melanieavalon.com/spirulinaIF Biohackers: Intermittent Fasting + Real Foods + Life: Join Melanie's Facebook group for a weekly episode giveaway, and to discuss and learn about all things biohacking! All conversations welcome!Follow Melanie on Instagram to see the latest moments, products, and #allthethings! @melanieavalonAVALONX SPIRULINA: Spirulina is out now! AvalonX supplements are free of toxic fillers and common allergens (including wheat, rice, gluten, dairy, shellfish, nuts, soy, eggs, and yeast), tested to be free of 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 avalonx.us and mdlogichealth.com with the code MELANIEAVALON!Text AVALONX to 877-861-8318 for a one-time 20% off code for avalonx.usFOOD 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. Food Sense also includes compound overviews, reactions to look for, lists of foods high and low in them, the ability to create your own personal lists, and more!LMNT: For fasting or low-carb diets electrolytes are key for relieving hunger, cramps, headaches, tiredness, and dizziness. With no sugar, artificial ingredients, coloring, and only 2 grams of carbs per packet, try LMNT for complete and total hydration. For a limited time go to drinklmnt.com/melanieavalon to get a free sample pack with any purchase!Spirulina researchBlue-green algae and mitochondria healthSuperoxide dismutase and inflammationCyanobacteriaLectin and anti-nutrient freeMitochondria and women's fertilityBrain scanning in vetsReplacing your vitamins with algaeTiming spirulina and chlorellaElectron transport chainPhycocyanin and cancer treatmentsMore nutritious than vegetablesApoptosis, autophagy and necrosisUsing algae before and after cryo and red light therapiesAlkaline diets and anti-cancer propertiesThe different types of energy bits

Aug 16, 2024 • 1h 41min
#263 - Sam Sokol & Terry Torok: Graticube, The Little Game With A Big Heart, Abundance Mindset, Gamified Education, Building Intimacy Through Curiosity, Experiential Learning, Creative Intelligence Agency, And More!
GET TRANSCRIPT AND FULL SHOWNOTES: melanieavalon.com/graticubegameIF Biohackers: Intermittent Fasting + Real Foods + Life: Join Melanie's Facebook group for a weekly episode giveaway, and to discuss and learn about all things biohacking! All conversations welcome!Follow Melanie on Instagram to see the latest moments, products, and #allthethings! @melanieavalonAVALONX SPIRULINA: Spirulina is out now! AvalonX supplements are free of toxic fillers and common allergens (including wheat, rice, gluten, dairy, shellfish, nuts, soy, eggs, and yeast), tested to be free of 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 avalonx.us and mdlogichealth.com with the code MELANIEAVALON!Text AVALONX to 877-861-8318 for a one-time 20% off code for avalonx.usFOOD 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. Food Sense also includes compound overviews, reactions to look for, lists of foods high and low in them, the ability to create your own personal lists, and more!Stay up to date with all the news on the new EMF collaboration with R Blank and get the launch specials exclusively at melanieavalon.com/emfemaillist!Sam and Terry's backgroundFamily game night, and connecting with communityTurning strangers into friendsThe Melanie Avalon Biohacking Podcast Episode #177 - A.J. JacobsConnecting political enemiesIs there a winner?How to playCollaborating with Deepak ChopraAbundance: The Inner Path to WealthCreating the non profitAbundance and intimacyThe Gift RoundCreative Intelligence

Aug 9, 2024 • 1h 28min
#262 - Dr. Nayan Patel: Glutathione Skincare, Topical Vitamin C Problems, Sun Damage Protection, The Ultimate Antioxidant, Clean & Effective Ingredients, Men's Skincare, Sensitive Skin, Auro Glutaryl, And More!
GET TRANSCRIPT AND FULL SHOWNOTES: melanieavalon.com/glutathioneskinIF Biohackers: Intermittent Fasting + Real Foods + Life: Join Melanie's Facebook group for a weekly episode giveaway, and to discuss and learn about all things biohacking! All conversations welcome!Follow Melanie on Instagram to see the latest moments, products, and #allthethings! @melanieavalonAVALONX SPIRULINA: Spirulina is out now! AvalonX supplements are free of toxic fillers and common allergens (including wheat, rice, gluten, dairy, shellfish, nuts, soy, eggs, and yeast), tested to be free of 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 avalonx.us and mdlogichealth.com with the code MELANIEAVALON!Text AVALONX to 877-861-8318 for a one-time 20% off code for avalonx.usFOOD 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. Food Sense also includes compound overviews, reactions to look for, lists of foods high and low in them, the ability to create your own personal lists, and more!Stay up to date with all the news on the new EMF collaboration with R Blank and get the launch specials exclusively at melanieavalon.com/emfemaillist!LMNT: For fasting or low-carb diets electrolytes are key for relieving hunger, cramps, headaches, tiredness, and dizziness. With no sugar, artificial ingredients, coloring, and only 2 grams of carbs per packet, try LMNT for complete and total hydration. For a limited time go to drinklmnt.com/melanieavalon to get a free sample pack with any purchase!Go To melanieavalon.com/auro With Coupon Code Melanieavalon10 For 10% Off Site Wide!The Melanie Avalon Biohacking Podcast Episode #171 - Dr. Nayan PatelNayan's backgroundVitamin C as a pro-oxidantPerfecting the formulaGlutathione injectionsThe studies that COVID Nayan has publishedThe problems with liposomal glutathioneStabilizing the moleculeGlutaryl and Glutaryl+The benefits for the skinSunburn, skin lightening and melatoninIngredients in the serums and creamsThe issues with resveratrolHow to use the productsProduct safety and effectivenessProduct formulationEWG CertificationMen's skincareDifference's in men's and women's skinSensitive skin3 day study on GlutarylTopical Absorption of Glutathione–Cyclodextrin Nanoparticle Complex in Healthy Human Subjects Improves Immune Response against Mycobacterium avium Infection

Aug 2, 2024 • 1h 45min
#261 - Morley Robbins: Improving Iron Levels, The Importance of Copper, Blood Test Problems, The Role Of Trace Minerals, Magnesium & Vitamin D Status, Copper-Fat & Iron-Sugar Axes, Combatting Oxidative Stress, And More!
GET TRANSCRIPT AND FULL SHOWNOTES: melanieavalon.com/ironIF Biohackers: Intermittent Fasting + Real Foods + Life: Join Melanie's Facebook group for a weekly episode giveaway, and to discuss and learn about all things biohacking! All conversations welcome!Follow Melanie on Instagram to see the latest moments, products, and #allthethings! @melanieavalonAVALONX SPIRULINA: Spirulina is out now! AvalonX supplements are free of toxic fillers and common allergens (including wheat, rice, gluten, dairy, shellfish, nuts, soy, eggs, and yeast), tested to be free of 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 avalonx.us and mdlogichealth.com with the code MELANIEAVALON!Text AVALONX to 877-861-8318 for a one-time 20% off code for avalonx.usFOOD 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. Food Sense also includes compound overviews, reactions to look for, lists of foods high and low in them, the ability to create your own personal lists, and more!Stay up to date with all the news on the new EMF collaboration with R Blank and get the launch specials exclusively at melanieavalon.com/emfemaillist!Get 10% off Danger Coffee at melanieavalon.com/danger with the code MELANIEAVALONImproving iron levelsHigh ferritin and the copper-iron dynamicThe problem with iron infusionsSugar-iron axis and fat-copper axisIron causes ageingCopper causes longevityOxidative stressCan we get too many minerals?Restoring magnesium statusVitamin D supplementationThe problems with bloodwork testsThe B vitaminsWhat doctors don't know

Jul 26, 2024 • 1h 28min
#260 - Casey Means, MD: Good Energy Vs. Bad Energy, Addressing Metabolic Syndrome, Surprising Omega 3, 6, 9s, Mitochondrial Dysfunction, Stopping Chronic Inflammation, Resolving Oxidative Stress, Mindset And Awe, Healthcare System Problems, And More!
GET TRANSCRIPT AND FULL SHOWNOTES: melanieavalon.com/goodenergyIF Biohackers: Intermittent Fasting + Real Foods + Life: Join Melanie's Facebook group for a weekly episode giveaway, and to discuss and learn about all things biohacking! All conversations welcome!Follow Melanie on Instagram to see the latest moments, products, and #allthethings! @melanieavalonAVALONX SPIRULINA: Spirulina is out now! AvalonX supplements are free of toxic fillers and common allergens (including wheat, rice, gluten, dairy, shellfish, nuts, soy, eggs, and yeast), tested to be free of 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 avalonx.us and mdlogichealth.com with the code MELANIEAVALON!Text AVALONX to 877-861-8318 for a one-time 20% off code for avalonx.usFOOD 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. Food Sense also includes compound overviews, reactions to look for, lists of foods high and low in them, the ability to create your own personal lists, and more!Stay up to date with all the news on the new EMF collaboration with R Blank and get the launch specials exclusively at melanieavalon.com/emfemaillist!LMNT: For fasting or low-carb diets electrolytes are key for relieving hunger, cramps, headaches, tiredness, and dizziness. With no sugar, artificial ingredients, coloring, and only 2 grams of carbs per packet, try LMNT for complete and total hydration. For a limited time go to drinklmnt.com/melanieavalon to get a free sample pack with any purchase!Go to melanieavalon.com/levelscgm to try out Levels!Writing and narrating the bookHow much agency do we have with our own health within the current system?GLP-1 AgonistsGood energy, bad energyLack of ATP creationMetabolic syndrome; 5 markers of healthTriglycerides, HDL cholesterol, fasting glucose, blood pressure and waist circumferenceThe Melanie Avalon Biohacking Podcast Episode #126 - Azure GrantHow test results can vary throughout the dayRequesting labs from your doctorThe Melanie Avalon Biohacking Podcast Episode #96 - Casey Means (Levels)Mitochondrial dysfunction, chronic inflammation, and oxidative stressOmega 3, 6, 9sMindfulness and aweWe are what we eatProcessed food is killing usThe right diet

Jul 19, 2024 • 1h 44min
#259 - Chuck Wisner: Creating Conscious Conversations, Optimizing Communication, How To Complain, Storytelling, Collaborations, Creation, Commitments, Broken Promises, And More!
GET TRANSCRIPT AND FULL SHOWNOTES: melanieavalon.com/conversationsIF Biohackers: Intermittent Fasting + Real Foods + Life: Join Melanie's Facebook group for a weekly episode giveaway, and to discuss and learn about all things biohacking! All conversations welcome!Follow Melanie on Instagram to see the latest moments, products, and #allthethings! @melanieavalonAVALONX SPIRULINA: Spirulina is being formulated now! AvalonX supplements are free of toxic fillers and common allergens (including wheat, rice, gluten, dairy, shellfish, nuts, soy, eggs, and yeast), tested to be free of 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 avalonx.us and mdlogichealth.com with the code MELANIEAVALON!Text AVALONX to 877-861-8318 for a one-time 20% off code for avalonx.usFOOD 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. Food Sense also includes compound overviews, reactions to look for, lists of foods high and low in them, the ability to create your own personal lists, and more!Stay up to date with all the news on the new EMF collaboration with R Blank and get the launch specials exclusively at melanieavalon.com/emfemaillist!Chuck's backgroundThe 4 types of conversationsPrivate conversations vs public conversationsWhat would happen if we just said everything we thought?Social mediaRight brain vs. left brainNature, nurture and neurodivergenceHow we fight realityDenying factsCommitment conservationsMaking sloppy commitmentsOur addiction to 'yes'The conversational bypassRequest vs demandClarification and the counter offerHow to make an humble or honorable complaintCreating open conversations

Jul 12, 2024 • 2h 1min
#258 - Chris Hadnagy: Human Hacking, Social Engineering, To Trust Or Not, Security Vs. Convenience, Stolen Passwords & Profiles, AI Manipulations, The Role of First Impressions, And More!
GET TRANSCRIPT AND FULL SHOWNOTES: melanieavalon.com/humanhackingIF Biohackers: Intermittent Fasting + Real Foods + Life: Join Melanie's Facebook group for a weekly episode giveaway, and to discuss and learn about all things biohacking! All conversations welcome!Follow Melanie on Instagram to see the latest moments, products, and #allthethings! @melanieavalonAVALONX SPIRULINA: Spirulina is being formulated now! AvalonX supplements are free of toxic fillers and common allergens (including wheat, rice, gluten, dairy, shellfish, nuts, soy, eggs, and yeast), tested to be free of 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 avalonx.us and mdlogichealth.com with the code MELANIEAVALON!Text AVALONX to 877-861-8318 for a one-time 20% off code for avalonx.usFOOD 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. Food Sense also includes compound overviews, reactions to look for, lists of foods high and low in them, the ability to create your own personal lists, and more!Stay up to date with all the news on the new EMF collaboration with R Blank and get the launch specials exclusively at melanieavalon.com/emfemaillist!LMNT: For fasting or low-carb diets electrolytes are key for relieving hunger, cramps, headaches, tiredness, and dizziness. With no sugar, artificial ingredients, coloring, and only 2 grams of carbs per packet, try LMNT for complete and total hydration. For a limited time go to drinklmnt.com/melanieavalon to get a free sample pack with any purchase!Chris' backgroundGetting scammed by phishersWhat's the difference between influence and manipulation?Are certain people are more hackable?The role of first impressionsGeolocating child predatorsUsing dishonestyUnderstanding others communication style (DISC types)Using the techniques on a consistent basisBeing naturally trustingCan AI analyze people like Chris can?The problems with AI and deep fakesIn person scammersFacebook profile hacksThe challenge of security vs convenienceUsing a password managerNotifications about the dark webBeing empathetic and leaving people better off

Jul 5, 2024 • 1h 12min
#257 - Dr. Molly Maloof: The Spark Factor, Biohacking For Women, Actual Love Potions, AI Coaching & Therapies, The Science Of Bonding, Love & Sex, Combating Low Vitality, Stress Management, And More!
GET TRANSCRIPT AND FULL SHOWNOTES: melanieavalon.com/sparkfactorDr. Molly's WebsiteYour Healthspan Journey Online CourseThe Spark Factor BookDr. Molly's NewsletterIF Biohackers: Intermittent Fasting + Real Foods + Life: Join Melanie's Facebook group for a weekly episode giveaway, and to discuss and learn about all things biohacking! All conversations welcome!Follow Melanie on Instagram to see the latest moments, products, and #allthethings! @melanieavalonAVALONX SPIRULINA: AvalonX Spirulina is out now! AvalonX supplements are free of toxic fillers and common allergens (including wheat, rice, gluten, dairy, shellfish, nuts, soy, eggs, and yeast), tested to be free of 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 avalonx.us and mdlogichealth.com with the code MELANIEAVALON!Text AVALONX to 877-861-8318 for a one-time 20% off code for avalonx.usFOOD 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. Food Sense also includes compound overviews, reactions to look for, lists of foods high and low in them, the ability to create your own personal lists, and more!Stay up to date with all the news on the new EMF collaboration with R Blank and get the launch specials exclusively at melanieavalon.com/emfemaillist! Molly's background Psychedelics for sexual therapyKetamine assisted therapyThe chemistry of loveProblematic premature bondsStress and lack of vitality driving low sex driveIs biohacking becoming mainstream?The disease care systemThe possibilities of AI therapyTuning your diet by your geneticsCycling on and off high protein and strength trainingLiving in nature and eating wild gameHow to maximize your life while also honoring rest and sleepWaiting to have children