BioHackers Lab: Health Show for How to Live Your Best Life

US board-certified orthopaedic spinal surgeon, Dr Carrie Diulus, is today’s guest interview. Carrie shares with us how she uses the vegan ketogenic diet, along with specialised insulin therapies, to manage her type 1 diabetes. She helps to explain what some of the causes and symptoms of type 1 and type 2 diabetes are and some ways to test for it. We then find out about traditional approaches to treatment, managing blood sugar spikes and why Carrie chose to go vegan-keto. We also go into discussing how to ensure you are getting the right nutrients, supplements, individual responses, choosing the right vegetables and plant-based fats as well as cholesterol and exercise. Go to the show notes for episode 48 at https://www.biohackerslab.com/ep48-dr-carrie-diulus/ for more links & highlights.Support the show: https://ko-fi.com/biohackerslabSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Melbourne based rheumatologist & consulting physician, Dr Daniel Lewis, is today’s guest interview. Daniel shares with us how we can use natural approaches, to help manage pain and reduce inflammation. He helps to explain the key role diet plays in inflammation, the powerful connection between the mind and the body, plus, the importance of meditation in managing stress and slowing down cellular aging. We then find out about how the 12 Pathways to Wellbeing program can help guide us and offer lifestyle strategies for a healthy life. We also go into discussing mindfulness, omega-3 supplements, pain medications and the benefits of using biofeedback technology. Go to the show notes for episode 47 at https://www.biohackerslab.com/ep47-dr-daniel-lewis/ for more links & highlights.Support the show: https://ko-fi.com/biohackerslabSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

US certified cardiologist, Dr Bret Scher, is today’s guest interview. Bret shares with us the benefits of a low carb high fat, or keto diets, in preventing heart disease. He helps to explain why we should be re-thinking our fear of fat and why some doctors are still reluctant to do so. We then find out about the importance of lifestyle factors such as diet, exercise, sleep and stress management on prevention of cardiovascular disease. We also go into discussing LDL and the importance of context when evaluating blood work, statins, and familial hypercholesteremia. Go to the show notes for episode 46 at https://www.biohackerslab.com/ep46-dr-bret-scher/ for more links & highlights.Support the show: https://ko-fi.com/biohackerslabSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

CEO and Founder of Ample Foods, Connor Young, is today’s guest interview. Connor shares with us information about Ample Foods’ meal replacement drink for people on the go, made with high quality, healthy ingredients. He also helps to explain some of the food industry standards and practices as well as the challenges food companies face when sourcing good quality ingredients for supplements and other food products. We then find out how Ample prioritises ingredient sourcing and ensuring their product is the best it can be. We also go into discussing how powdered fat is made, ensuring there is no oxidation of fat, what sweeteners, fats and protein are used (and why), as well as different types of products for different diets. Go to the show notes for episode 45 at https://www.biohackerslab.com/ep45-connor-young/ for more links & highlights.Support the show: https://ko-fi.com/biohackerslabSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Biotech entrepreneur and Head of Research for Virta Health, Dr James McCarter (MD, PhD), is today’s guest interview. James shares with us how Virta established the first online type 2 diabetes reversal program providing clinically-proven treatment and support from a remote setting. He also helps to explain how Virta can help patients suffering from other metabolic diseases such as prediabetes and obesity. We then find out some of the things included in their programme such as ongoing personalised support from a fully qualified physician, patient education materials, daily access to a health coach, and biometric health data feedback. We also go into discussing the Virta prescribed diet (low carb/keto), weaning off medications, benefits of nutritional ketosis, and the amazing results their studies have shown. Go to the show notes for episode 44 at https://www.biohackerslab.com/ep44-dr-james-mccarter/ for more links & highlights.Support the show: https://ko-fi.com/biohackerslabSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sleep scientist, Dr Amy Bender, is today’s guest interview. Amy shares with us the importance of sleep on our health and recovery. She helps to explain what sleep deprivation is and how it differs from sleep restriction. We then find out what are the three main factors affecting sleep, what factors impact our recovery ability from a lack of sleep, and how to improve the quality of sleep we are getting. We also go into discussing physical activity, exposure to light, chronotypes, optimal sleep and wake timing, melatonin hormone release, deep sleep tips and how to tell we are getting enough sleep. Go to the show notes for episode 43 at https://www.biohackerslab.com/ep43-dr-amy-bender/ for more links & highlights.Support the show: https://ko-fi.com/biohackerslabSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Scientist & expert on metabolic disorders, Dr Benjamin Bikman, is today’s guest interview. Ben shares with us the basics on insulin and why it matters. He helps to explain how insulin resistance works, how we can test for it and what early symptoms to watch out for. We then find out how we can make sure our insulin stays at (or returns to) a healthy level using the right diet, sleep and exercise. We also go into discussing why normal sugar levels aren’t necessarily a good indicator of normal insulin levels, how restrictive eating can help normalise insulin levels and how best to approach supplements when it comes to insulin. Go to the show notes for episode 42 at https://www.biohackerslab.com/ep42-dr-benjamin-bikman/ for more links & highlights.Support the show: https://ko-fi.com/biohackerslabSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The CEO and Co-Founder of Oura Health, Petteri Lahtela, is today’s guest interview. Petteri shares with us the news of the release of Oura’s second generation ring. He helps to explain the importance of restorative sleep on recovery from the day’s stresses, optimising performance and general health. We then find out how we can use the Oura ring to improve our sleep quality as well as quantity, how we can extrapolate bio-signals indicative of various imbalances in the body and how we can use the ring to get personal guidance in other aspects of our lives including diet and timing of exercise. We also go into discussing the accuracy of the ring, new features, factors negatively affecting sleep, EMF and more. For a nice Oura ring discount use the coupon code BIOHACKERSLAB at checkout to help save yourself some money on a new Oura ring. Go to the show notes for episode 41 at https://www.biohackerslab.com/ep41-petteri-lahtela/ for more links & highlights.Support the show: https://ko-fi.com/biohackerslabSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Canadian licensed naturopathic doctor, Dr. Lee Know, is today’s guest interview. Lee shares with us the newest scientific research on mitochondria and how it affects our overall health and longevity. He helps to explain the importance of exercise, diet and getting the right supplements for keeping our mitochondrial healthy. We then find out how we can generate more mitochondria and the single best thing we can do for mitochondrial health. We also go into discussing the environmental factors that damage our mitochondria, overeating, sedentary lifestyles, intermittent fasting and the damaging effects of EMF and more. Go to the show notes for episode 40 at https://www.biohackerslab.com/ep40-dr-lee-know/ for more links & highlights.Support the show: https://ko-fi.com/biohackerslabSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Registered dietitian & certified diabetes educator, Lily Nichols, is today’s guest interview. Lily shares with us the latest well-researched advice on eating a low carb high fat diet during pregnancy. She helps to explain the importance of eating a real food diet and getting the right nutrients for optimal health, both for the unborn baby and mother. We also go into discussing the problems with official pregnancy food guidelines, the avoidance of certain foods issue and weight gain during pregnancy. We then find out about the best ways to manage gestational diabetes, hypertension and preeclampsia, as well as what some of the issues are with vegetarianism, avoiding salt, breastfeeding and more. Go to the show notes for episode 39 at https://www.biohackerslab.com/ep39-lily-nichols/ for more links & highlights.Support the show: https://ko-fi.com/biohackerslabSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.