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What is better than conversing and learning from one brilliant person? How about TWO exceptional minds! In this case, sisters that are deeply entrenched in the biohacking space and, along with that, possess intuitive and intelligent ideations for health, wellness and longevity.Renee Belz & Lauren Sambataro of the Biohacker Babes dropped their knowledge and expertise on this week's episode of The Red Light Report. We cover an array of topics, including (of course) biohacking, but also morning routines, ancestral hacking, biohacking for women, longevity, red light therapy and more!   Lauren and Renee grew up in a health-driven family that prioritized the fundamentals of wellness and self-care. Their father, Gene Sambataro, The Original Biohacker and pioneer of Holistic Dentistry, taught them the importance of individualization and experimentation from a very young age.   Coming together as health entrepreneurs, Renee a Certified Nutritional Consultant and Holistic Lifestyle Coach with a Master’s degree in Nutrition, and Lauren, a Broadway performer, Corrective Exercise specialist and Functional Health Coach, feel a strong passion and drive to not only share each of their journeys towards wellness, but their strategy and motivation to discover our unique bodies through the world of biohacking.   Their podcast, the Biohacker Babes, aims to create insight into the body’s natural healing abilities, strengthen your intuition, and empower you with techniques and modalities to optimize your health and wellness. Enjoy learning from these two fun-loving babes! - Dr. Mike Belkowski & Lauren and Renee discuss the following: How they initially got interested in biohacking and how they grew up in a “biohacking household” Curiosity and its roots in biohacking The process of finding underlying causes of bad health Their morning self-care routines as biohackers Their approach to water and hydration Their favorite biohacks - Infrared saunas and cold showers Top biohacks for 2021 - current and upcoming Women’s health and how diets affect your cycle Ancestral hacking and getting back to the basics Technology and nutrition to improve longevity Spermidine and its longevity benefits Breathing techniques Mobility and its importance for longevity Red light therapy and how they personally use it Connectedness and community and its importance for health and wellness - Watch the YouTube video of this episode here: https://youtu.be/D4pdwFZhikA - Go to their website: TheBiohackerBabes.com; Find them on Instagram and Facebook: @Biohacker_Babes; FB: Biohacker Babes; IG: @ReneeBelz and @Lauren_Sambataro - 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

Dr. Mike Belkowski talks about the following: Principles of red light therapy Why red light therapy works for so many things Improving sleep through melatonin from red light therapy Quotes from Dr. Michael Hamblin regarding red light therapy How to get the best results from red light panels Melatonin and its role in protecting the mitochondria Muscle recovery research on cold water immersion vs red light therapy (see works cited below) How red light therapy reduces inflammation, improves circulation, and optimizes mitochondrial health Pain reduction through red light therapy - Works Cited Leal Junior, Ernesto Cesar et al. “Comparison between cold water immersion therapy (CWIT) and light emitting diode therapy (LEDT) in short-term skeletal muscle recovery after high-intensity exercise in    athletes--preliminary results.” Lasers in medical science vol. 26,4 (2011): 493-501. doi:10.1007/s10103-010-0866-x   Bellal S, Feghali RE, Mehta A, Namachivayam A, Benedicenti S. Efficacy of near infrared dental lasers on dentinal hypersensitivity: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled clinical trials [published online ahead of print, 2021 Aug 3]. Lasers Med Sci. 2021;10.1007/s10103-021-03391-1. doi:10.1007/s10103-021-03391-1   Zhi C, Guo Z, Wang T, et al. Viability of Photobiomodulation Therapy in Decreasing Orthodontic-Related Pain: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Photobiomodul Photomed Laser Surg. 2021;39(8):504-517. doi:10.1089/photob.2021.0035 - 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

The importance of hydration to your daily health and wellness cannot be understated. But simply drinking water, even crystal clean water, is simply not enough. And while there may be more steps to take or things to consider to optimize your hydration routine, the implications for your wellbeing are monumental.Fortunately, I was able to have a fun, enlightening conversation with my dear friend, Tracy Duhs, on this week's episode of The Red Light Report. Not only is Tracy extremely knowledgable and an expert in the world of water, but she is one of the most positive and happy people you will cross paths with.   When Tracy became a mother, her professional path took a personal turn. Her first child, Grace, was diagnosed with Hashimoto’s thyroid and alopecia universalis at the age of two. Emboldened by her daughter’s struggle, Tracy began her journey into into hydration education by pursuing a PhD in the field of biogenetics as well as shadowing doctors from all around the globe to learn their different approaches to disease. It was through these experiences that Tracy became passionate about hydration as she learned the power hydration has to transform overall health and wellness in all people. Today, Tracy works as a modern wellness advocate specializing in the restorative powers of intelligent hydration. She has parlayed her wealth of experience and knowledge into a multi-dimensional career in wellness advocacy and education, starting with her podcast, HYDRATE. Tracy frequently consults large corporations and hotels to help build and facilitate wellness experiences. She also serves as the Director of the International Brain Summit. Tracy is the founder the Sanctuary Wellness Experience in San Diego and co-founder of Hydrate at the Sanctuary.  Enjoy listening and learning from one of my favorite spirits! - Dr. Mike Belkowski & Tracy discuss the following: Her origin story and how they crossed paths in the health and wellness world Why she is passionate about water in the realm of wellness Her experience with water for indigenous people of Guatemala What she has learned from Robert Slovak (“The father of reverse osmosis”) about hydration Reverse osmosis and its benefits for water filtration What Quinton is and where it comes from You can get it at her website at graysonparker.com How some water is more hydrating than others How Quinton healed her grandmother’s open wound when nothing else would Structured water, why it’s important, and how you can implement it into your life Gerald Pollack and how he coined the phrase for phased water The fourth phase of water in our cells and how it’s different from solid, liquid, and gas “Uninformed water” and how our bodies treat different types of water Deuterium-depleted water How deuterium negatively affects mitochondria Ways you can lower deuterium in your diet The importance of light for our nutrition - Watch the YouTube video of this episode here: https://youtu.be/W8llrnz9CJM - Check out her podcast - HYDRATE   Read her lifestyle and recipe book - HYDRATE   Instagram  @tracyduhs   Go to her website - tracyduhs.com   - Watch this episode on YouTube Don't forget to check out these health-related recommendations from previous podcast guests! - 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

In this episode, Dr. Mike Belkowski discusses the following: Dual LED Technology and how it works Pre-conditioning with red light therapy before exercise and how it protects the muscles Research (see works cited below) - eye health, pain, and cognitive health/ Parkinson’s How lasers and LEDs get comparable results How LEDs can improve age related macular degeneration How we can heal our eyes with the power of light The many amazing potential benefits of red light therapy Research photobiomodulation on your own - you can type “photobiomodulation and _” with any type of ailment you can think of   Works Cited Low-level laser therapy improves vision in patients with age-related macular degeneration Ivandic, Boris T, and Tomislav Ivandic. Photomedicine and laser surgery vol. 26,3 (2008): 241-5. doi:10.1089/pho.2007.2132 Photobiomodulation as an Adjunctive Treatment to Physiotherapy for Reduction of Anterior Knee Pain in Combat Soldiers: A Prospective, Double-Blind, Randomized, Pragmatic, Sham-Controlled Trial Gavish, Lilach et al. Lasers in surgery and medicine, 10.1002/lsm.23442. 8 Jun. 2021, doi:10.1002/lsm.23442 Gender Differences of Dementia in Response to Intensive Self-Administered Transcranial and Intraocular Near-Infrared Stimulation Qi, Xiaoming et al. Cureus vol. 13,7 e16188. 5 Jul. 2021, doi:10.7759/cureus.16188   - Don't forget to check out these health-related recommendations from previous podcast guests! - 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

Are you familiar with adrenal fatigue and how that can ruin your energy and motivation along with screwing with your hormone levels? It turns out that is actually a myth and adrenal fatigue does not exist! Dr. Carrie Jones, today's guest on The Red Light Report, explains why adrenal fatigue is misunderstood and clarifies what is actually going on with the adrenals and what we can do about. She is also a bonafide hormone expert and is obsessed with mitochondrial health, both topics of which are thoroughly discussed in this episode!   Dr. Carrie Jones is a Naturopathic Physician who is board certified in Naturopathic Endocrinology (FABNE) with a Master's in Public Health (MPH) having over 15 years in the field of functional and integrative medicine. As former Adjunct Faculty for the National University of Natural Medicine (NUNM), she has taught courses in both Gynecology and Advanced Endocrinology.Dr. Jones has been the Medical Director for two large integrative clinics in Portland, Oregon and is currently the Medical Director for Precision Analytical Inc, creators of the most cutting edge hormone test on the market, the DUTCH Test. As a result, she has been honored to lecture all over the world on the topic of hormones and has had the privilege to consult with the premier health care practitioners on the hormone status of their patients.Understanding adrenal and sex hormones can be a complicated topic. So Dr. Jones has taken full advantage of her spunky and keen personality to create fun, educational content on her Instagram page - @dr.carriejones  - where she nurtures a nonjudgemental environment and aims to educate and empower anyone wanting to learn.Enjoy listening and learning from one of the best! - Dr. Mike Belkowski and Dr. Carrie Jones discuss the following: How she got into hormone therapy The biggest culprits to hormone balance caused by modern technology How the female body naturally prepares itself for fertility Cortisol and its affect on our adrenal glands and our body How mitochondria and cortisol interacts Key indicators of an overabundance of cortisol How we can control cortisol levels with our environment How the system works to protect you Her approach at assessing patients Circadian rhythm and its importance to healthy cortisol and melatonin levels Testosterone and how men produce it during sleep Sleep deprivation and its short-term benefits vs long-term effects Blue light blockers and changing your screen’s light Biohacking and how it shouldn’t be a crutch to replace good habits The keto diet, how it affects estrogen levels, and how it affects women vs men The Mitochondria and its role in hormone production Biogenesis and how our mitochondria fuse together and have evolved over time How the mitochondria are environmental “sensors” Red light therapy and the results she has seen from it Research on red light therapy and pain reduction Red light therapy recommendations for people on the fence Daily habits you can do to improve your health, wellness, and longevity - Watch the YouTube video of this episode here: https://youtu.be/2tgP4Gc9AYQ - Works cited: Skin adhesive low-level light therapy for dysmenorrhoea: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, pilot trial - Follow her on Instagram: @dr.carriejones   Visit her websites: http://www.drcarriejones.com/ www.dutchtest.com     - Don't forget to check out these health-related recommendations from previous podcast guests! - 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

You may be surprised at the number of health experts and influencers that have experienced scary, life-altering health events, which ultimately became the catalysts for their burgeoning passion in health and wellness. Today's guest on The Red Light Report, Angela Foster, dealt with not only one health scare, but several.   Today, Angela is a Nutritional Therapist and Health & Performance Coach. She formerly worked as a partner in a large law firm and ended up leaving the world of corporate law after suffering burnout and recovering from a serious illness in 2014.These life events ultimately led her to develop a unique methodology to help high-achieving women S.H.I.F.T into high performance and succeed as the corporate athlete. As a mother of three young children, Angela has been on a mission to inspire and educate women on how to stay healthy and energized, while meeting the demands of combining a successful career with a vibrant and healthy family life.Angela is a regular speaker to large corporations in helping them optimize the health and wellness of their employees. Angela hosts the High Performance Health Podcast - a top rated podcast in Alternative Health. The Podcast has a highly engaged listenership who are looking for tips and hacks to optimize their health and performance in life and seek out products that are discussed on the show. - Dr. Mike Belkowski & Angela discuss the following:  The health ups and downs that led her to go down the path of alternative health Daily routines and biohacks she does Sunrise and sunset and how it affects her sleep patterns where she is located in the world Shift methodology Sleep, hormones, insights, fuel, and training How sleep is the foundation of functional wellness How she utilizes melatonin Lifestyle-centric approaches to wellness Insights and how they play a big part in her approach to wellness Easy health monitoring tools you can use at home DNA tests and how they help pinpoint focus points for wellness Fuel and how it includes more than food Light and its daily impacts on our health Training your mind, body, and spirit Living an everyday fat-burning lifestyle Red light therapy and how she incorporates it into her daily routine Recovery and its integral role in exercise and red light therapy What she would say to someone on the fence about red light therapy - Watch the YouTube video of this episode here: https://youtu.be/ckQIGcF6DZs - Learn more about Angela below: angelafosterperformance.com   Follow her on social media: Instagram @angelasfoster   Listen to Angela's podcast: High Performance Health on Apple Podcasts and Spotify   Get a free personalized health report at: www.yourtotalhealthcheck.com   - Don't forget to check out these health-related recommendations from previous podcast guests! - 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

One of the top reasons that people look into red light therapy, and ultimately invest in a device, is to reverse skin issues and/or anti-aging skin treatments. There is an abundance of robust scientific evidence to back the efficacy of red light therapy as an effective treatment for a myriad of skin issues. These improvements in the skin are accomplished by reducing inflammation, improving circulation, boosting cellular energy, and enhancing collagen and elastin production, amongst many other physiological benefits. Luckily, on this week's episode of The Red Light Report, you get to listen and learn from one smart cookie, as it relates to skin health and healthy skin care tactics and routines: Jessica Clarke.   Growing up, Jessica was constantly battling skin heath issues, namely acne. This ultimately burgeoned into a passion for skin health and learning how to reverse, mitigate and prevent acne and acne scarring from becoming a common-day issue, both in adolescents and adults.Jessica has spent years educating herself about skin and loves sharing her knowledge with others. She is a licensed esthetician and certified acne specialist and holds certifications in dermaplaning treatments, microneedling, and also has extensive experience with chemical peels.  Shortly after becoming a licensed esthetician, she opened up her own studio in Denver, Just Skin Den.Sit back, learn lots about skin health on this episode and, as always, enjoy! - Dr. Mike Belkowski & Jessica discuss the following: Her background and how she got into her own practice Her certifications in dermaplaning treatments, microneedling, and experience with chemical peel How needles can augment skin health How the needling treatments healed her acne scars and keeps her mom looking young The biggest culprits we face when it comes to attaining healthy, glowing skin The biggest myths with treating skin Lifestyle changes she implements with clients to improve their skin health Topical and oral supplements for skin health Serums or creams she is a fan of for keeping healthy skin Sunscreen and what to look out for in terms of chemicals The sun’s effects on our skin and the proper time to use sunscreen Esthetician school and what she learned about skin interaction with sunscreen Astaxanthin and its benefits for skin health What she learned about light for skin health in Esthetician school How red light therapy is being integrated into the world of sports Ways you can improve your skin health regimen - Watch the YouTube video of this episode here: https://youtu.be/nqi_4UTiFbQ - Follow Jessica Clarke on social media: Business IG - @Justskinnjess Personal IG - @jessclarke_   Visit her studio's website at: https://www.justskinden.com/   - Don't forget to check out these health-related recommendations from previous podcast guests! - 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

Did you know that the oral cavity has the second largest and most diverse microbiota after the gut, harboring over 700 species of bacteria? The progression of health or regression toward disease is critically influenced by the microbiota. In addition to being the initiation point of digestion, the oral microbiome is crucial in maintaining both oral and systemic health.   The oral microbiome rests within biofilms throughout the oral cavity and forms an ecosystem that maintains health in a state of homeostasis. However, particular imbalances in this state of equilibrium allow pathogens to develop and cause disease. This disruption of the oral microbiome leads to dysbiosis, which is an imbalance in the microbial community that is associated with a myriad of diseases -- most of which show up in various organs and systems throughout our entire body!In this episode, you will be learning about the multitude of negative downstream health effects of a dysbiotic oral cavity and why more of your health and wellness begins in your mouth than you may have previously thought. We will also go through the photobiomodulation research on oral health, where you will see that there are countless ways that red light therapy can help optimize your oral hygiene and oral "vigor." Lastly, you will hear about the newest piece of red light therapy technology that was developed specifically for the mouth and oral health. - Dr. Mike Belkowski talks about the following: An innovative way to use red light therapy for oral health How the oral biome impacts a multitude of health systems How connected your oral health is to gut health 70% or more of the immune system is located in the gut; however, immunity begins in the mouth Cardiovascular health A link between bacteria that causes both gum disease and Alzheimer's in the brain The direct correlation between poor dental health, tooth pain, bleeding gums, and anxiety/ depression The endocrine system Obesity and its link to the oral microbiome Nitric oxide production, how it supports the body’s natural repair processes, and how red light therapy helps with it Diets that support the gut microbiome More electrons = less inflammation; ways to get free electrons Factors that affect the oral microbiome such as how you were born Photobiomodulation research as it relates to oral health (see works cited below) How the power of light reduces pain, improves quality of life, and improves functionality Low level laser therapy (LLLT) and how it is an effective treatment for canker sores, oral health, and more The Guardian - BioLight’s newest red light therapy product that improves oral health - The Guardian is the first red light therapy oral care device of its kind, with patent-pending technology that implements dual LEDs, giving you the healing power from both red and near-infrared (NIR) light! - To learn even more about how you can improve your health via your oral microbiome, check out The Dental Diet, by Dr. Steven Lin or Heal Your Oral Microbiome, by Cass Nelson-Dooley. - Pre-order The Guardian here! - Listen to the Dr. Kelly Blodgett episode on oral health here - Works Cited   Cronshaw, Mark et al. “Photobiomodulation and Oral Mucositis: A Systematic Review.” Dentistry journal vol. 8,3 87. 5 Aug. 2020, doi:10.3390/dj8030087 Uslu MÖ, Akgül S. Evaluation of the effects of photobiomodulation therapy and ozone applications after gingivectomy and gingivoplasty on postoperative pain and patients' oral health-related quality of life. Lasers Med Sci. 2020;35(7):1637-1647. doi:10.1007/s10103-020-03037-8 Mikami, R., Mizutani, K., Sasaki, Y., Iwata, T., & Aoki, A. (2020). Patient-reported outcomes of laser-assisted pain control following non-surgical and surgical periodontal therapy: A systematic review and meta-analysis. PLoS One, 15(9) doi:http://dx.doi.org.weblib.lib.umt.edu:8080/10.1371/journal.pone.0238659 Zhao, H., Hu, J. & Zhao, L. The effect of low-level laser therapy as an adjunct to periodontal surgery in the management of postoperative pain and wound healing: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Lasers Med Sci 36, 175–187 (2021). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10103-020-03072-5 Hanna R, Dalvi S, Bensadoun RJ, Benedicenti S. Role of Photobiomodulation Therapy in Modulating Oxidative Stress in Temporomandibular Disorders. A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Human Randomised Controlled Trials. Antioxidants (Basel). 2021;10(7):1028. Published 2021 Jun 25. doi:10.3390/antiox10071028 Zadik Y, Arany PR, Fregnani ER, et al. Systematic review of photobiomodulation for the management of oral mucositis in cancer patients and clinical practice guidelines. Support Care Cancer. 2019;27(10):3969-3983. doi:10.1007/s00520-019-04890-2 Pesevska, S., Nakova, M., Ivanovski, K., Angelov, N., Kesic, L., Obradovic, R., … Nares, S. (2009). Dentinal hypersensitivity following scaling and root planing: comparison of low-level laser and topical fluoride treatment. Lasers in Medical Science, 25(5), 647–650. doi:10.1007/s10103-009-0685-0  de-Melo, M. A. S., Passos, V. F., Alves, J. J., Barros, E. B., Santiago, S. L., & Rodrigues, L. K. A. (2010). The effect of diode laser irradiation on dentin as a preventive measure against dental erosion: an in vitro study. Lasers in Medical Science, 26(5), 615–621.doi:10.1007/s10103-010-0865-y   Aggarwal H, Singh MP, Nahar P, Mathur H, Gv S. Efficacy of low-level laser therapy in treatment of recurrent aphthous ulcers - a sham controlled, split mouth follow up study. J Clin Diagn Res. 2014;8(2):218–221. doi:10.7860/JCDR/2014/7639.4064  Imani, M., Golshah, A., SafariFaramani, R., & Sadeghi, M. (2018). Effect of Low-level Laser Therapy on Orthodontic Movement of Human Canine: a Systematic Review and Meta-analysis of Randomized Clinical Trials. Acta Informatica Medica, 26(2), 139. doi:10.5455/aim.2018.26.139-143  Rios, A., He, J., Glickman, G. N., Spears, R., Schneiderman, E. D., & Honeyman, A. L. (2011). Evaluation of Photodynamic Therapy Using a Light-emitting Diode Lamp against Enterococcus faecalis in Extracted Human Teeth. Journal of Endodontics, 37(6), 856–859.doi:10.1016/j.joen.2011.03.014  Basso, F. G., Oliveira, C. F., Fontana, A., Kurachi, C., Bagnato, V. S., Spolidório, D. M. P., … Costa, C. A. de S. (2011). In Vitro effect of low-level laser therapy on typical oral microbial biofilms. Brazilian Dental Journal, 22(6), 502–510. doi:10.1590/s0103-64402011000600011 - Don't forget to check out these health-related recommendations from previous podcast guests! - 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 especially delighted to bring you this week's episode of The Red Light Report, as today's guest has been thoroughly entrenched in the light therapy industry for over a decade and is a bonafide expert when it comes to all things red light therapy. So buckle up and get excited, as this podcast interview is ALL about red light therapy! Today's guest, Alain Dijkstra, is the CEO of Kaiyan Medical and an authority in the light therapy industry. Born in Holland, Alain moved to China when he was thirteen years old with an entrepreneurial mindset that he procured from his parents. Through a series of events  -- which he details in the podcast -- Alain developed Kaiyan in his hotel room in 2009 and has grown it exponentially over the past decade-plus. Today, Kaiyan Medical has become one of the largest and most innovative producers and manufacturers of LED Therapy products worldwide.   With over ten years of experience working in the medical device industry, Alain is well-equipped with the knowledge, research, insight, and vision to perpetuate the benefits of light therapy to the masses. A passionate biohacker, Alain hopes to continue to grow, innovate, and produce more high-quality products through Kaiyan Medical and, most importantly, help people optimize their health through the power of light. Needless to say, this episode is both intriguing and captivating, while providing you a better perspective on where red light therapy is now and its potential direction looking into the future! - Dr. Mike Belkowski and Alain discuss the following: From humble beginnings in a hotel room to a global presence in red light therapy His personal experience of why he got into light therapy How his grandfather immediately benefitted from light therapy and what happened to his symptoms His projects and what specifically they optimize in terms of health If light therapy is safe for your eyes Pulsated light vs continuous How he handles skepticism and explains to people how red light therapy works How he guides people towards trying light therapy Myths surrounding red light therapy Wearable devices and whether it’s possible to measure biometrics How light therapy has an impact on the water in our body Curiosity in the field regarding how light therapy affects the water in your body How light therapy is still the “wild west” in terms of research for specific ailments How we may see different benefits from different wavelengths How we need to return to our roots - eat the foods we originally ate and get the light we originally got There wouldn’t be a business for light therapy if there wasn’t a need Their new device that measures and predicts light How light therapy is just the beginning - it should be integrated into your lifestyle, not just with devices How light penetrates your clothes What he’s excited about for the future of light therapy - Watch the YouTube video of this episode here: https://youtu.be/-YZRqZM2NtY - Learn more about Alain Dijkstra & his team and what they are up to: Kaiyanmedical.com LinkedIn: Alain Dijkstra IG: @kaiyan.medical IG: @clastres.design - Don't forget to check out these health-related recommendations from previous podcast guests! - 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's guest on The Red Light Report is an absolute wealth of knowledge when it comes to holistic health and wellness and, on top of that, is an absolute positive, kindhearted human being.​Dr. Tyler Jean is ultimately passionate about educating others on the importance of food as medicine while inspiring them to embrace healthier lifestyles. He is a former Division I swimmer and a recovering perfectionist. Dr. Jean received his B.S. in Cell and Molecular Biology and just graduated (this past week -- congrats!) from his medical schooling and is now a Naturopathic Doctor. Dr. Jean embarked on his medical journey after becoming frustrated with the medical system and having his own share of health issues, including generalized anxiety, asthma, eczema, and ADHD. He found a lot of healing in food, so he originally started his Instagram account as a vegan recipe page during his 18-month journey as a vegan foodie.   However, through trial and error he learned that the catabolic nature of a strict vegan diet ultimately became incompatible with his body and left him depleted and cachectic. After spending several years in both laboratory (neuroscience) and clinical research (type I diabetes), he decided to pursue a career in clinical care — one that took an integrative, holistic, and preventative approach to medicine. ​​Now freshly graduated, he gets to apply his experiences, knowledge and expertise to his patients in a clinical setting. Needless to say, patients that are lucky enough to be under the care of Dr. Jean are in profoundly compassionate and healing hands. - Dr. Mike Belkowski & Dr. Tyler Jean discuss the following: His passion for educating others on the importance of food as medicine while inspiring them to embrace healthy lifestyles How we can prevent disease through specific lifestyle changes His experience with schooling and why he chose the allopathic model His experience being in medical school during the pandemic How much he learned about light in med school and its impact on health His methods of assessing root causes of problems The pillars of health we should focus on Community, its importance and impact on our health, and how to better implement it in our lives Optimizing your sleep, sleep environment, and circadian rhythm Anecdotal experience of using red light therapy for patients and whether it stimulates or sedates them Melatonin, the “melatonin hangover”, and his opinion on supplementing it Structured water and how he makes his own How you can structure your water via red and near-infrared light How he initially learned about red light therapy Photobiomodulation research that stands out to him the most Testosterone and how red light therapy boosted his levels What happens on the cellular level with red light therapy to boost testosterone His upcoming 10-week course on Integrated and Holistic Nutrition Things you can implement today to optimize your health, wellness, and longevity - Watch the YouTube video of this episode here: https://youtu.be/p8EIMJUUV5E - Find out more about him here: tylerjean.com Instagram: @functional.foods - Don't forget to check out these health-related recommendations from previous podcast guests! - 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