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Top footballers have been biohacking at Euro 2024 to help give them an edge. A number of players are using breathwork and wearing Oura Rings, others are drinking a concoction known as a 'Fuel Bomb' containing pickle juice, and more are using cryotherapy, blue-blocking glasses, and polyphasic sleep. So what's working best, and what can we learn? On today's show... 1. Oura Rings The Oura Ring has been a game-changer for many players, including Conor Gallagher and Marc Guehi. These rings monitor sleep quality, stress levels, and heart health, providing detailed insights that help players optimize their rest and recovery. By tracking these metrics, players can ensure they are in peak condition for matches, improving overall performance​ (https://www.englandfootball.com)​​ (Sky Sports)​. 2. Pickle Juice 'Fuel Bombs' Kieran Trippier was seen drinking pickle juice during a match to combat muscle cramps. Pickle juice is known for its high sodium and vinegar content, which can help stop cramps faster than water alone by triggering a reflex that inhibits cramping. This quick fix not only helps with immediate recovery but also offers additional health benefits such as improved gut health and controlled blood sugar levels​ (SPORTbible)​. 3. Cryotherapy Cristiano Ronaldo's use of cryotherapy is well-documented. By exposing his body to extremely low temperatures, Ronaldo reduces inflammation and speeds up muscle recovery. This technique helps him maintain peak performance throughout the season and is a staple in his biohacking regimen​ (UEFA.com)​. 4. Blue-Blocking Glasses Erling Haaland, although not playing in Euro 2024, is known for using blue-blocking glasses to improve sleep. These glasses filter out blue light from screens and artificial lighting, which can disrupt melatonin production and sleep patterns. By using these glasses in the evening, athletes can improve their sleep quality, leading to better recovery and performance​ (Sky Sports)​​ (SPORTbible)​. 5. Polyphasic Sleep Cristiano Ronaldo also practices polyphasic sleep, taking multiple 90-minute naps throughout the day. This sleep pattern helps him maximize rest and recovery, ensuring he is always at his best for training and matches. Polyphasic sleep can be particularly effective for athletes who need to manage their energy levels and recovery time meticulously​ (UEFA.com)​. Jane Tarrant is a Breathing Retrainer, based in Bicester, Oxfordshire, UK. She retrains the breathing habits of over-breathers, including snorers, ... and works with amongst others, footballers.  Follow Jane on LinkedIn. Join 30k+ weekly biohackers who receive the latest tech + techniques + reviews + insider biohacking news by signing up for the weekly newsletter here.   THIS SHOW IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY: Magnesium Breakthrough by BIOptimizers - The only magnesium supplement on the market that has the full spectrum of all 7 forms of magnesium that your body needs. If there’s ONE MINERAL you should be worried about not getting enough of... it’s MAGNESIUM. Magnesium is the body’s “master mineral” powerful over 600 critical reactions, including hormone balance… stress management… sleep quality… EVEN digestion is influenced by the presence of magnesium. That’s why I’m so excited to tell you that I was able to arrange a killer deal for you. You won’t find that deal on Amazon or even the company’s own website. This deal is exclusively for my audience and it’s for a limited time while supplies last. Right now you can get a bottle of Magnesium Breakthrough for FREE. Just go to http://magbreakthrough.com/zestologyfree and get your free bottle.

If you take magnesium supplements and are interested in sleeping deeper and better, you'll enjoy this episode. Today we are looking at supplements, specifically magnesium supplementation.  My guest Errin Smith focuses on Upgraded Formulas, though I couldn't resist getting a little mention in for my podcast partners BiOptimizers and their Magnesium Breakthrough product.  This is a Biohacking Reviews episode, where we review; products, supplements, health tech, practices... whatever is new and whatever we've been trying.  Join 30k+ weekly biohackers who receive the latest tech + techniques + reviews + insider biohacking news by signing up for the weekly newsletter here. Everything on this podcast is provided for information only and may not be construed as medical advice or instruction. 

At Biohacking News, we’ve managed to crowbar Taylor Swift into a discussion about biohacking this week, and it works (promise!). Powering through a gruelling three-and-a-half hour set requires more than just a hearty meal. What's she doing to get through it? She's biohacking her way through it, that's what 😂 We already know she takes L-Theanine to help with "stress and anxiety". We also examine the perfect electrolytes for such a performance (surely she's taking them?) and tailored (Taylored) supplements she might take.   Then, what about diet? Taylor Swift placed a massive £100 kebab order before a performance at Wembley Stadium.  We analyse the nutritional content from a biohacking perspective (haha, you'll enjoy this one - the chicken has some good protein, but unfortunately we decided the garlic sauce probably contains seed oils 🤪). Then we cover some actual stories about biohacking :) Errin Smith is the founder of the What We Crave Summit, focusing on the emotional aspects of eating and how to develop healthier relationships with food. She brings a wealth of knowledge and practical strategies to help individuals overcome emotional eating and achieve their wellness goals. Join 30k+ weekly biohackers who receive the latest tech + techniques + reviews + insider biohacking news by signing up for the weekly newsletter here.   THIS SHOW IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY: Magnesium Breakthrough by BIOptimizers - The only magnesium supplement on the market that has the full spectrum of all 7 forms of magnesium that your body needs. If there’s ONE MINERAL you should be worried about not getting enough of... it’s MAGNESIUM. Magnesium is the body’s “master mineral” powerful over 600 critical reactions, including hormone balance… stress management… sleep quality… EVEN digestion is influenced by the presence of magnesium. That’s why I’m so excited to tell you that I was able to arrange a killer deal for you. You won’t find that deal on Amazon or even the company’s own website. This deal is exclusively for my audience and it’s for a limited time while supplies last. Right now you can get a bottle of Magnesium Breakthrough for FREE. Just go to magbreakthrough.com/zestologyfree and get your free bottle.

For thousands of years humans have been using plants, mushrooms and other natural substances to enhance their body & mind. So what happens when companies like London Nootropics blend adaptogens with coffee?  This is a Biohacking Reviews episode, where we review; products, supplements, health tech, practices... whatever is new and whatever we've been trying.  Join 30k+ weekly biohackers who receive the latest tech + techniques + reviews + insider biohacking news by signing up for the weekly newsletter here. Everything on this podcast is provided for information only and may not be construed as medical advice or instruction. 

Ageing, whilst a natural process, is the accumulation of damage in your body over time, caused by a long term over-activation of the immune system. Discovering your biological age can provide you with the confidence that your current lifestyle is optimal, or empower you to make changes if there could be room for improvement. So - the big question - how do we improve our biological age? Also today... Grinder Biohacking (!) and The Rise of Female Biohacking Check out SWEATY AF. Your online 'hot spot' for all things biohacking, wellness, longevity, nutrition and fitness. Join 30k+ weekly biohackers who receive the latest tech + techniques + reviews + insider biohacking news by signing up for the weekly newsletter here.   THIS SHOW IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY: Sleep Breakthrough - the first ever, fully optimized, delicious sleep drink designed to help you experience an even deeper sleep, enhance dream activity and reduce the chance of sleep disruptions caused by the brain and body. PLUS if there is any disturbance in the middle of the night (i.e. getting up to go to the bathroom), you will be able to fall right back to sleep. Sleep Breakthrough also allows you to wake up in the morning without that foggy brain feeling that you didn’t sleep enough. And those two factors together are a big differentiating factor in success. When you have great sleep, you make better decisions. You have the ability to laterally feel what’s going on. You have a lot more intuitiveness because you’re not fighting all of this chemical buildup that’s been happening overnight. When you get good sleep, you feel like a rock star the next day and your performance is so much higher than it would be otherwise that you don’t really need an outside stimulant. Just go to bioptimizers.com/zestology and get 10% off with code ZESTOLOGY10.

Omega-3 fatty acids can be converted into Specialized Pro-resolving Mediators (SPMs) in the body. So you are cutting out the middleman by taking SPMs. They then play a crucial role in resolving inflammation, and as we know histamine intolerance often results in inflammation. But are they worth it? This is a Biohacking Reviews episode, where we review; products, supplements, health tech, practices... whatever is new and whatever we've been trying.  Everything on this podcast is provided for information only and may not be construed as medical advice or instruction. Always consult your health professional before changing your regime. Join 30k+ weekly biohackers who receive the latest tech + techniques + reviews + insider biohacking news by signing up for the weekly newsletter here.

Live from the Health Optimisation Summit This is episode 500! Wow... and I am presenting Biohacking News live from what is now possibly the world's biggest global biohacking event in London. Fresh Insights from the Biohacking World, all your fave names and faces, and a review of the event. Find out my fave speakers (this may surprise you) and all the latest biohacking discoveries from this year's event in London. Join 30k+ weekly biohackers who receive the latest tech + techniques + reviews + insider biohacking news by signing up for the weekly newsletter here.   THIS SHOW IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY: Sleep Breakthrough - the first ever, fully optimized, delicious sleep drink designed to help you experience an even deeper sleep, enhance dream activity and reduce the chance of sleep disruptions caused by the brain and body. PLUS if there is any disturbance in the middle of the night (i.e. getting up to go to the bathroom), you will be able to fall right back to sleep. Sleep Breakthrough also allows you to wake up in the morning without that foggy brain feeling that you didn’t sleep enough. And those two factors together are a big differentiating factor in success. When you have great sleep, you make better decisions. You have the ability to laterally feel what’s going on. You have a lot more intuitiveness because you’re not fighting all of this chemical buildup that’s been happening overnight. When you get good sleep, you feel like a rock star the next day and your performance is so much higher than it would be otherwise that you don’t really need an outside stimulant. Just go to bioptimizers.com/zestology and get 10% off with code ZESTOLOGY10.

Welcome back to Biohacking News for a special edition. Today, we're dissecting a topic that sits at the core of many biohacking discussions: the true impact of vegetable oils on our health. For seasoned biohackers and those new to the biohacking community, this is a really important issue. We’ll explore the historical events that led to the prevalence of these oils and equip you with biohacker-approved strategies to purge them from your diet. Tune in as we empower our biohacking community with knowledge and tools to reclaim control over what goes into our bodies. My guest for today is Dr. Cate Shanahan, a New York Times bestselling author. Her new book, "DARK CALORIES: How Vegetable Oils Destroy Our Health and How We Get It Back," came out two days ago, and you may have unwittingly been eating what she calls 'the hateful eight' vegetable oils (I was). Visit Dr. Cate Shanahan's website to learn more. Join 30k+ weekly biohackers who receive the latest tech + techniques + reviews + insider biohacking news by signing up for the weekly newsletter here.   THIS SHOW IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY: Sleep Breakthrough - the first ever, fully optimized, delicious sleep drink designed to help you experience an even deeper sleep, enhance dream activity and reduce the chance of sleep disruptions caused by the brain and body. PLUS if there is any disturbance in the middle of the night (i.e. getting up to go to the bathroom), you will be able to fall right back to sleep. Sleep Breakthrough also allows you to wake up in the morning without that foggy brain feeling that you didn’t sleep enough. And those two factors together are a big differentiating factor in success. When you have great sleep, you make better decisions. You have the ability to laterally feel what’s going on. You have a lot more intuitiveness because you’re not fighting all of this chemical buildup that’s been happening overnight. When you get good sleep, you feel like a rock star the next day and your performance is so much higher than it would be otherwise that you don’t really need an outside stimulant. Just go to bioptimizers.com/zestology and get 10% off with code ZESTOLOGY10.

NeuroVizr®️ is described as "a psycho-active technology that utilizes light and sound stimulation to influence mental processes such as perception, consciousness and cognition" But is it worth it? This is a Biohacking Reviews episode, where we review; products, supplements, health tech, practices... whatever is new and whatever we've been trying.  Rich Blake is host of 'Laughing Through The Pain' podcast. Join 30k+ weekly biohackers who receive the latest tech + techniques + reviews + insider biohacking news by signing up for the weekly newsletter here.

"The Future of Health" Biohacking Events Season has started with events taking place all around the world. Today, we are discussing the events, the big names and the big new trends at the biggest biohacking conferences and summits in 'event season'.  Hack Your Health by KetoCon and the Biohacking Conference drew big crowds, and the Health Optimisation Summit is up next - 15-16 June 2024 in Islington, London (code TONY gets 10% off) | Zach Bush, Ben Greenfield and Dr. Steven Gundry headline. Rich Blake is a breathwork expert, biohacker and host of 'Laughing Through The Pain' podcast.   Join 30k+ weekly biohackers who receive the latest tech + techniques + reviews + insider biohacking news by signing up for the weekly newsletter here.   THIS SHOW IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY: Sleep Breakthrough - the first ever, fully optimized, delicious sleep drink designed to help you experience an even deeper sleep, enhance dream activity and reduce the chance of sleep disruptions caused by the brain and body. PLUS if there is any disturbance in the middle of the night (i.e. getting up to go to the bathroom), you will be able to fall right back to sleep. Sleep Breakthrough also allows you to wake up in the morning without that foggy brain feeling that you didn’t sleep enough. And those two factors together are a big differentiating factor in success. When you have great sleep, you make better decisions. You have the ability to laterally feel what’s going on. You have a lot more intuitiveness because you’re not fighting all of this chemical buildup that’s been happening overnight. When you get good sleep, you feel like a rock star the next day and your performance is so much higher than it would be otherwise that you don’t really need an outside stimulant. Just go to bioptimizers.com/zestology and get 10% off with code ZESTOLOGY10.