The Red Light Report

For the second time on The Red Light Report, we have two guests on for the price of one! This week I have the pleasure of chatting with Jonathan Mendoza and Baldo Garza. Jonathan and Baldo are the co-founders and owners of MSW Lounge, which is an Austin, TX hotspot for ground breaking health and wellness, hosting regular Lunch & Learns and other events for the community to come together and learn about how to improve their lives with health. We take a deep dive into the importance of vitamins, especially vitamin IVs that Jonathan specializes in, along with other health and biohack topics from fasting to mitochondrial hacks to red light therapy and more!Jonathan Mendoza DC, RN, FNP-C (aka "Nurse Doza") is the founder of MSW Nutrition and How Do You Do Health Network in Austin, TX. An Austin native, Nurse Doza has been studying nutrition and its effects on our health for over 15 years. While in his last year of chiropractic school, Nurse Doza began nursing school so that he could eventually utilize the healing benefits of both bodywork and intravenous vitamins and minerals. His passions include teaching, discovering new healing modalities, interviewing guests on the How Do You Do Health? Podcast and traveling with his loved ones to anywhere with mountain.Baldo Garza is the businessman in the business with his MBA and a background in sales with Cutco. He is a 200-hour certified yoga instructor and all-around deal maker when it comes to getting you the vitamins you need to improve your health.  I hope you enjoy and, as always, light up your health! - Dr. Mike Belkowski, Baldo & Jonathan discuss the following: Their backgrounds in the wellness space 2:16 - How they invented their practices  3:05 - Barriers to creating your own business  4:47 - Cash-based practice and going against big pharma and insurance 7:19 - Their wellness center - MSW Lounge, when it started, and treatments they offer 8:33 - Their humble beginnings in a broom closet 11:20 - Hugs increase the immune system by 30% 14:04 - Vitamin IV, its importance, and how they are used in the clinic 17:36 - Vitamin D 18:17 - Vitamin C 20:03 - Vitamin B5 24:04 - Vitamin B6 27:28 - Vitamin deficiency and how they address it  34:29 - NAD+  39:17 - Stacking mitochondria biohacks 44:17 - Ketones, ketosis, and fasting 46:53 - Detox 48:34 - Red light therapy at MSW Lounge 50:49 - Infrared saunas 53:12 - Red light vs near-infrared light effects and uses  54:03 - Brain health via red light therapy 56:11 - There’s always an answer in biochemistry 1:07:30 - Frequency and resonance treatment - Website: MWS Lounge & MSW Nutrition (Get a discount: use code "BioLight")   Instagram: @mswlounge & @mswnutrition Podcast: How Do You Health? - Watch this episode on YouTube - Check out the Kindle version of Red Light Therapy Treatment Protocols eBook, 4th Edition - To learn more about red light therapy and shop for the highest-quality red light therapy products, visit www.biolight.shop - Stay up-to-date on social media: Instagram YouTube Facebook

Want to learn about some supplements that you have never heard of from The World's Greatest Formulator? That is only one of many intriguing topics covered on The Red Light Report with this week's guest, Shawn Wells. Shawn is highly respected in the biohacking, keto and supplement industries and, more recently, has explored psychedelics and spiritual journeys. We cover those aforementioned subjects as well as topics from the book that Shawn released last year, The ENERGY Formula. Always articulate with a calm demeanor, Shawn is a wealth of information that is easy to listen to and learn from.    Shawn Wells, MPH, LDN, RD, CISSN, FISSN is a product formulator and expert in the fields of performance nutrition, longevity, fitness and supplementation. Shawn is a Registered Dietitian with a decade of experience as a Chief Clinical Dietitian in hospitals and skilled nursing facilities. He is also a Certified Sports Nutritionist and has worked with celebrity clients and professional athletes.Dubbed “The World’s Greatest Formulator”, Biohacktivitst, and Keto Authority, Shawn faced and overcame significant obstacles with his own health—weight issues, depression, autoimmune conditions (Epstein-Barr, Fibromyalgia, and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome), two cervical discs replacements, and a pituitary adenoma, which is a type of brain tumor. Shawn’s health problems ultimately led him to find science-based solutions, and they sparked his personal passion for biohacking.Shawn is a co-founder of the popular patented ingredients TeaCrine® and Dynamine®, which are featured or used in over 300 products worldwide. He also has worked on patents on exogenous ketones, glucose tolerance agents, amongst others. Shawn also is the CEO of Zone Halo Research, a consulting group for supplement formulations, sourcing, manufacturing, marketing, and regulatory/compliance work.Shawn was selected to be one of the internationally-recognized experts interviewed in the globally-recognized documentary series, The Real Skinny on Fat. Shawn has also spoken on stages all around the world at conferences and has been the guest on countless podcasts. This is an episode I will personally go back and listen to multiple times, as Shawn drops countless knowledge bombs and grounded wisdom. I hope you enjoy and, as always, light up your health! - Dr. Mike Belkowski & Shawn Wells discuss the following: His busy travel schedule and events he’s going to in 2022 Value in seeing people in person The different businesses he owns Maintaining a healthy body and mind while traveling Timeshifter - an app that can tell you when to eat/ sleep/ etc Optimizing your energy for routine, growth, & your tribe A breakdown of his book, The ENERGY Formula Surrounding yourself with the right people Ikigai - Japanese concept about really living out your purpose The negative health effects of loneliness & our need for connection Pura vida Salt and how it is misunderstood in our culture Benefits of fresh seafood Gifts the ocean brings Parasympathetic nervous system vs fight or flight Being present Strategies for bringing yourself back into the present moment CO2 tolerance and how it oxygenates you more Box breathing exercise Grounding Practicing mindfulness Top 10 supplements you’ve never heard of Psychedelics and the spiritual journey in a positive context His spiritual journey on psilocybin Big Pharma and the shift into psychedelics The future of biohacking - Watch this episode on YouTube - Learn More From & About Shawn Wells Website: Shawnwells.com Instagram: @shawnwells The ENERGY Formula Book: www.energyformula.com - Book recommendation by Shawn: Tools of Titans by Tim Ferriss - Check out the Red Light Therapy Treatment Protocols eBook, 4th Edition - To learn more about red light therapy and shop for the highest-quality red light therapy products, visit www.biolight.shop - Stay up-to-date on social media: Instagram YouTube Facebook

This week on The Red Light Report, we will continue navigating through the fourth edition of the Red Light Therapy Treatment Protocols eBook that I released last week. The eBook almost doubled in size relative to the third edition, as I added a copious amount of information, research and protocols to this fourth edition.   On the previous solosode, we covered the following topics: Important Concepts; Anxiety, Depression & Stress; Athletic & Exercise Performance; and Bone & Joint Health. In this solosode, we will be covering two BIG topics: Brain & Cognitive Health and Cancer. This may be an episode you will want to share with someone you know that is going through one of these health conditions. The information outlined is invaluable. Even thought there's only two topics this week, I promise there is ample amount of juicy information to listen to and learn. As always, light up your health! - Dr. Mike Belkowski Discusses the following: Brain & cognitive health Mitochondrial dysfunction and how it leads to cognitive issues Ways red light therapy can be used trans-cranially Autism Aging and how it isn’t fully understood Treating the cognitive deficits from aging with red light therapy Reversing the aging process in the brain Concussions and traumatic brain injuries Treating gut health Treating Parkinson’s disease Treating cancer - Check out the Red Light Therapy Treatment Protocols eBook, 4th Edition - Invest in BioLight:There is only a week left in our crowdfunding campaign on Republic! For a limited time, you have an opportunity to invest in and own a piece of BioLight...Click the following link to learn more: BioLight Campaign - To learn more about red light therapy and shop for the highest-quality red light therapy products, visit www.biolight.shop - Stay up-to-date on social media: Instagram YouTube Facebook

On this solosode of The Red Light Report, we are going to commence digging into the fourth edition of the Red Light Therapy Treatment Protocols eBook. You heard correctly  — the FOURTH edition! I have gone ahead and added an abundance of new red light therapy information, research and protocols. I have even added new sections, such as Cancer, Gut Health and Stem Cells. In this solosode and subsequent solo episodes, I will be covering all of the new information that has been added to this updated edition of the eBook. For those not familiar with the contents of this eBook, it was developed to help people enhance their experience and results with red light therapy by providing specific protocols that will help tailor treatment sessions based on your health and wellness goals. The protocols in the eBook are based on a comprehensive review of the current scientific research and will significantly improve the efficiency and effectiveness of your RLT treatment sessions. The information and protocols should quickly help you achieve the many health benefits of red light therapy instead of relying on the overly-generalized "20 - 30 minutes per day" guideline that has needed updating for some time now. As you can imagine, the treatment protocol for skin health is much different than the protocol for treating joint pain, which is different from the protocol to improve sleep, reduce anxiety, enhance athletic performance, etc. Regardless, we will be covering all of the new information in this newest version of the eBook. I think you will be as impressed as I am with the new photobiomodulation I was able to find in the research.  - Dr. Mike Belkowski discusses the following: An announcement of new BioLight products Important considerations of red light therapy Best practices  Mitochondria and how they work in “shifts” Timing red light therapy Treating multiple areas in the same day Treating infants, kids, & pets Pregnant women & red light therapy Anxiety, depression, & stress Improving brain function through trans-cranial photobiomodulation BioLight’s research study Improving muscle recovery Lasers vs LEDs for red light therapy Bone and joint health Research on bone and joint health - Check out the Red Light Therapy Treatment Protocols eBook, 4th Edition - Invest in BioLight:Our crowdfunding campaign on Republic is LIVE! For a limited time, you have an opportunity to invest in and own a piece of BioLight...Click the following link to learn more: BioLight Campaign - To learn more about red light therapy and shop for the highest-quality red light therapy products, visit www.biolight.shop - Stay up-to-date on social media: Instagram YouTube Facebook

For the second week in a row on  The Red Light Report, I have a repeat guest! This week's guest, Dr. Leland Stillman, you may remember is an integrative medical doctor that has been quite verbose and outspoken regarding his opinion on mandated vaccinations and wearing of face masks. He is also very well-versed on how light and one's light environment can impact health for better or for worse.Very recently he released a book called, Dying to Be Free. Here is an excerpt from the overview of the book: "I believe that if anything threatens the health of the American people, it is the evil agenda of these technocrats, whether they are pushing mask-wearing, vaccination, water-fluoridation, or even things as innocuous as hand washing. As much as it may surprise you to hear this from a doctor, my reasons for concern are based on an abundance of evidence and experience, and are shared by doctors and scientists all over the world." Dr. Stillman graduated with a degree in Environmental Health from Connecticut College and earned his medical degree from the University of Virginia. He trained in Internal Medicine at Maine Medical Center. He has worked in over a dozen hospitals and clinics as a traveling doctor. He spent the early part of COVID-19 working in a rural hospital and later on went viral for speaking out against the lockdown and mandate measures. Most importantly, Dr. Stillman just released a book called “Dying to Be Free.”On the previous episode with Dr. Stillman, we discussed how he analyzes his patients’ light environments, how he offers suggestions to optimize them, how and why he suggests heliotherapy (therapy from the sun), how a dim environment can lead to premature aging and much more! You can check out that episode by clicking here. This is not an episode you want to skip over. In fact, it is one you will likely want to listen to a couple of times and share with your family and friends. Dr. Stillman connects many dots and drops endless truth bombs that massive corporations and the government would rather you not know. Listen with an open, critical mind and you will be sure to walk away with a newfound perspective for what it means to have true freedom. Learns lots and light up your health! - Dr. Mike Belkowski and Dr. Leland Stillman discuss the following: Transitioning out of Covid The catalyst for writing his book, Dying to Be Free Waking up to the power of the sun Benefits of getting more sun exposure in the middle of the day His focus on improving lifestyle habits Problems with the government and regulating health Allowing doctors to do what they need to do How healthcare professionals aren’t incentivized to cure our ailments Negative ramifications of big food, big pharma, and big tech Replacing light loss with red light therapy Understanding how the “game” is being played How community reduces mortality rate Health insurance and why it’s one of the greatest scams in history How the market is rigged Healthcare sharing ministry and how it’s a better alternative to health insurance Hospital bills and how you can haggle them down Suicide rates of male and female physicians vs the general populous How the government is funneling the population to maximize corporate profits Crypto and giving power back to the people Minimizing costs - Watch this episode on YouTube - Check out Dr. Stillman's new book, Dying to Be Free - Where to Learn More From & About Dr. Leland Stillman: Website: StillmanMD.com Substack: Leland Stillman, MD Instagram: @StillmanMD - Invest in BioLight:Our crowdfunding campaign on Republic is LIVE! For a limited time, you have an opportunity to invest in and own a piece of BioLight...Click the following link to learn more: BioLight Campaign - To learn more about red light therapy and shop for the highest-quality red light therapy products, visit www.biolight.shop - Stay up-to-date on social media: Instagram YouTube Facebook

For the first time on The Red Light Report, I have a repeat guest — and for good reason! You may remember him as the guy that developed the Longevv anti-aging creams we sell at BioLight, but David Horinek is so much more. He has acquired an abundance of unique knowledge in so many areas, I had to pick his brain on another episode so we could all learn from him. He dives into countless topics, including health and wellness tactics, why you need to leave the big city and live a rural lifestyle, diet/nutrition tips, advice on financial and investing, why forest/nature bathing and hugging trees is important for health, why light and water are invaluable for vital health and so much more!   David is the founder and Chief Innovation officer at Hologenix that developed Celliant, a responsive infrared textile that transforms body heat into full-spectrum infrared energy and is clinically proven to increase local circulation and cellular oxygenation -- that means more energy, endurance, strength, stamina, comfort, quicker recovery, and better sleep. The world’s leading brands, such as Under Armour and Levi’s use Celliant, along with countless other textile companies -- from bedding to socks to underwear and more.David also co-developed a business to produce and distribute alkaline water: Designing a specific ratio of salt to water gives the water a higher pH (potential hydrogen) than tap water, which boosts hydration.   There is so much fascinating and practical information in this episode, you will surely want to listen to it a couple of times to absorb all of the great knowledge that David imparts. As always, light up your health and enjoy! - Dr. Mike Belkowski and David Horinek discuss the following: Some longevity moves he’s been doing for himself Infrared saunas and what he’s doing with them A testimonial about how red light therapy heals Common questions about the Longevv Revivv Creme Alternatives to sunscreen Astaxanthin and sun exposure How Mike’s chronic dry eyes ceased after taking astaxanthin Cissus and how he increased his bone density almost 20% A clothing that stimulates vitamin D production Bone density and how to increase it Building your immune system in the cold Forest therapy and the importance of being outdoors Utilizing the sun for your eyes Prisms in windows and its light therapy benefits Getting back to nature Teas he recommends Investing & Crypto Magenta light and its heart-healing properties Mike’s catalyst for getting into light therapy Vibrations and sound healing Hemp company recommendation: Hemp Black Increasing resonation Pendulums Ascension Miscellaneous habits to improve your wellbeing - Watch this episode on YouTube - David Horinek's recommendations:   Bed Sheets Comforter Pillow Pillow Cases Mattress Pad Men's Under Armour Shirt   The Celestine Prophecy, by James Redfield   Natural Action Bottle For Structuring Water   BioAstin Astaxanthin   Curaderm Natural Non-Invasive Medication for Skin Cancer book, by Dr. Bill Cham   For further information, go to lowimpact.technology   Celliant - Global Leader in Performance Textiles: https://celliant.com/ - Invest in BioLight:Our crowdfunding campaign on Republic is LIVE! For a limited time, you have an opportunity to invest in and own a piece of BioLight...Click the following link to learn more: BioLight Campaign - To learn more about red light therapy and shop for the highest-quality red light therapy products, visit www.biolight.shop - Stay up-to-date on social media: Instagram YouTube Facebook

On this week's solosode of The Red Light Report, we are going to learn about light and its impact on health from a slightly different viewpoint. You man even consider it coming from a quantum perspective. But not to worry, there are many practical (and free!) takeaways that you can begin integrating into your daily routine as quickly as... now! (Cue: nasal breathing)   In the first part of the solosode, I will cover sunlight as a nutrient. This may seem blasé on the surface, but I will discuss in detail, the five bioactive forms of light and then make a legitimate argument that light nutrients are just as important, if not more important, than food nutrients. In the second part of the solosode, I will dive into the practical application side of things. A majority of these biohacks you will have likely heard of, yet you are in all likelihood not implementing them a consistent basis. I will go into detail about each of these "quantum hacks" and elucidate as to how and why it would be impactful for your mitochondrial health. The best part is that they are all simple and free to implement!   Enjoy the information and see what you notice just by implementing two or three of these simple hacks on a consistent basis. I am sure it will light up your health! - Dr. Mike Belkowski discusses the following: Sunlight as a nutrient The main bioactive spectra of light UV-B and how it creates free electrons UV-A Blue light Red light Infrared light - mid and far infrared vs near infrared Our light environment and how it’s as important as nutrition Fake food vs real food Small changes that can make a big impact Sunset, sunrise, and melatonin/cortisol levels Remineralizing water Nasal breathing vs mouth breathing Book recommendation: Breath - James Nester No food after sunset Screens, the light they emit, and their effects Blue light and how it increases addictiveness through dopamine Grounding in the earth and its anti-inflammatory effects Love and gratitude - Invest in BioLight:Our crowdfunding campaign on Republic is LIVE! For a limited time, you have an opportunity to invest in and own a piece of BioLight...Click the following link to learn more: BioLight Campaign - To learn more about red light therapy and shop for the highest-quality red light therapy products, visit www.biolight.shop - Stay up-to-date on social media: Instagram YouTube Facebook

I am excited because I get to return the favor to this week's guest on The Red Light Report. Years ago and well before BioLight became popular, Kayla Osterhoff, affectionately known as Biocurious Kayla, interviewed me about red light therapy on her podcast, BioCurious. So now I get to pick her brain about women's health, a topic where Kayla is a recognized authority on the subject, being that she is a women’s health science expert. The information that Kayla covers is absolutely fascinating and gave me a more well-rounded perspective of women's health. I can virtually guarantee that the females out there will gain some very valuable insight and strategies to thrive and live life to its fullest! Kayla is formally trained across the health sciences with a bachelor of science in health ecology, master of science in public health, and currently pursuing her doctoral degree in the field of neuropsychophysiology. Formerly, she served as a Health Scientist for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and spent several years prior working in the clinical setting.The last several years of her career have been dedicated to researching women's neuropsychology. Kayla's investigative efforts into the brains and minds of women led her to a major discovery about women's unique cognitive and leadership abilities. This discovery is the basis for the Her Biorhythm program and the foundation from which to build your new limitless life! ​Enjoy listening and learning from one of the top women's health experts in the industry — light up your health and enjoy! - Dr. Mike Belkowski and Kayla Osterhoff discuss the following: What she has learned In school about the female biorhythm The mystery of female biology Why women are difficult research subjects Differences between men and women that are being ignored Estrogen and progesterone The 4 stages women go through every month Ways women can optimize the monthly phases Dangers of low-carb and fasting diets for women How there’s a time and place for carbs Biohacking tools for women Tuning in and listening to our bodies Avoiding burnout Optimizing red light therapy timing during your monthly phases Her biorhythm certification program - herbiorhythm.com Understanding the female biology and physiology - Watch this episode on YouTube - Where to Find Kayla Osterhoff: Instagram: @biocurious_kayla Website: Herbiorhythm.com Podcast: BioCurious - Recommendations: Book by John Gray: Men are from Mars, Women are from Venus - Where to find the eBook: Red Light Therapy Treatment Protocols eBook - Invest in BioLight:Our crowdfunding campaign on Republic is LIVE! For a limited time, you have an opportunity to invest in and own a piece of BioLight...Click the following link to learn more: BioLight Campaign - To learn more about red light therapy and shop for the highest-quality red light therapy products, visit www.biolight.shop - Stay up-to-date on social media: Instagram YouTube Facebook

Happy Summer to everyone! Summer means sun; sun means full-spectrum light; full-spectrum light means red and near-infrared light; red and NIR light means happy mitochondria! That was a long-winded way of saying that on this week's solosode of The Red Light Report, we will once again be reviewing the fundamentals of the mitochondria. This is quintessential to appreciating red light therapy, as red light therapy directly affects the mitochondria, which provides countless health, wellness and longevity benefits.   The first part of the episode covers why the mitochondria is vital for our health, wellness, and longevity. If you're into the science and how things work, Dr. Mike Belkowski discusses three of the most important names in the world of the mitochondria and water: Dr. Doug Wallace, Dr. Jack Kruse and Dr. Gerald Pollack.    In the second half of the episode, I cover more fundamentals of the mitochondria, the electron transport chain, how they kill themselves off, and how to best optimize your mitochondria.    Get outside in that summer sun and light up your health and enjoy! - Where to find the eBook: Red Light Therapy Treatment Protocols eBook - Invest in BioLight:Our crowdfunding campaign on Republic is LIVE! For a limited time, you have an opportunity to invest in and own a piece of BioLight...Click the following link to learn more: BioLight Campaign - To learn more about red light therapy and shop for the highest-quality red light therapy products, visit www.biolight.shop - Stay up-to-date on social media: Instagram YouTube Facebook

It's a bittersweet moment on this week's episode of The Red Light Report, as we are finally concluding our adventure through the third edition of the Red Light Therapy Treatment Protocols eBook. As a quick reminder, this eBook is something I have developed over the past three-years plus based on everything I have read, heard, watched, listened to, etc. about red light therapy.In the previous solosode, I covered the following three topics outlined in the eBook: skin health, sleep and thyroid health. For each health condition, I discuss how red light therapy can benefit that particular condition and then follow that up with what the photobiomodulation research has to say about that health condition.In this solosode, I will be discussing the last several topics in the eBook: women's health, wound healing, safety and other considerations. Once again, there is a lot of fabulous information covered and will give you a well-rounded perspective on the healing potential of red light therapy.​Light up your health and enjoy! - Dr. Mike Belkowski Discusses the following: Upcoming topics that will be added to the eBook How red light therapy positively affects women’s health Breast cancer-related lymphedema Dysmenorrhea Endometriosis Pain reduction via red light therapy Infertility Wound healing Combining therapies - accelerating the healing process Diabetic foot ulcers Burn wounds Regenerating damaged retinal tissue Red light therapy treatments and pregnancy Contraindications Nervous system sensitivity Disease factors - Where to find the eBook: Red Light Therapy Treatment Protocols eBook - Invest in BioLight:Our crowdfunding campaign on Republic is LIVE! For a limited time, you have an opportunity to invest in and own a piece of BioLight...Click the following link to learn more: BioLight Campaign - To learn more about red light therapy and shop for the highest-quality red light therapy products, visit www.biolight.shop - Stay up-to-date on social media: Instagram YouTube Facebook