In this episode of the Biohacker's Podcast, Teemu Arina is joined by Siggi Clavien, the founder and CEO of Equilibrium Labs, for an eye-opening discussion on the liver’s critical role in overall health. Clavien, a biotechnology pioneer with a background in plant-based medicine from Cornell University, offers a fresh perspective on the liver, calling it the "master regulator of human health" and the "general of the body." He explains how this vital organ goes far beyond detoxification, playing a central role in immune regulation, hormone management, and nutrient distribution. Drawing on both ancient healing traditions and cutting-edge science, Clavien presents a powerful framework for understanding and optimizing liver function.Throughout the conversation, Clavien highlights the rising global concern of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), affecting a staggering 38% of Western populations. He emphasizes the liver's remarkable regenerative capabilities, revealing how the liver can recover even from substantial damage. The episode also delves into practical biohacks for supporting liver health, such as intermittent fasting, photobiomodulation, and the surprising benefits of drinking coffee. Additionally, Clavien discusses the importance of early diagnostics and how traditional blood tests often fail to catch liver issues in time. His holistic approach, which integrates emotional and spiritual wellness, ties the liver’s function to broader concepts of self-love and well-being. Tune in to learn how understanding and supporting the liver could be the key to better health.Learn more about Siggi and Equilibrium Labs at https://www.loveyourliver.com!This conversation was recorded in March 2025.Check https://hololifesummit.com for upcoming events & tickets!Devices, supplements, guides, books & quality online courses for supporting your health & performance: https://hololifecenter.comKey moments and takeaways:00:00 Introduction by Teemu Arina00:07 The Importance of Liver Health00:59 Meet the Expert: Siggi Clavien04:09 Understanding Liver Functions06:21 The Liver's Regenerative Powers10:33 Liver Health and Hormonal Balance12:47 Global Liver Health Concerns14:21 Supporting Liver Detoxification20:55 Dietary Supplements for Liver Health30:29 Biohacks for Optimal Liver Function38:17 The Importance of Liver Scanning38:51 FibroScan: The Gold Standard40:07 MRI and Other Diagnostic Tools42:37 The Role of Nutrition and Lifestyle44:18 Sweating and Detoxification45:35 The Power of Infrared and Sleep48:54 Eastern Medicine and Deliverance56:25 Functional Mushrooms and Foraging01:01:50 Biohacking and Holistic Health01:05:34 Conclusion and Future Plans

In this episode, Eric Puro returns to discuss the powers of Functional Mushrooms with Teemu Arina. As the CEO of Kääpä Biotech, Eric is at the forefront of unraveling the science behind fungi and their profound impact on human health.Eric and his team have revolutionized mushroom cultivation in Finland, setting new industry standards and outpacing the competition in terms of extract potency and quality.Eric is a member of the executive committee of the International Medicinal Mushroom Society, amplifying his commitment to advanced use of Functional Mushrooms.Learn more about Eric and Kääpä at https://www.kaapamushrooms.com!This conversation was recorded in November 2024.Check https://biohackersummit.com for upcoming events & tickets!Devices, supplements, guides, books & quality online courses for supporting your health & performance: https://biohackercenter.comKey moments and takeaways:00:00 Introduction by Teemu Arina01:00 Mushrooms in the "early days"02:57 From a scientific standpoint, the clinicals are there03:49 Growing up in the Nordics and Baltics04:50 Chaga every day for 10 years05:42 When Eric first started growing mushrooms07:12 The importance of a personal relationship to growing08:04 Walking barefoot in Nuuksio09:52 Symbiotic relationship between mushrooms and trees10:45 How mushrooms learn what to feed on11:39 They can decompose plastic12:34 How fungi came to decompose cellulose13:59 Protective biochemistry16:03 Scientific reductionist compartmentalization17:03 Why our immune system isn't always great18:23 Mushrooms preserved Ötzi19:20 Forests hold thousands of mold species20:16 Healthy exposure to dangerous things21:52 The Circle of Life23:24 What can I do with these mushrooms?25:08 How Kääpä works with third-party university labs25:44 Lion's Mane vs. Coffee vs. Placebo26:27 How Teemu uses mushrooms28:10 "Reishi is giving me crazy dreams"29:26 What Cordyceps does30:45 The Last of Us and cordyceps31:07 Eating Lion's Mane31:59 Eating vs. extracts and tinctures32:14 Bioavailability in water and alcohol vs. ultrasonic extracts33:47 Turkey Tail in Europe34:22 European food regulations are a crazy mess35:26 Suppression of information and understanding in the US37:16 If you're working with corrupt pharma, pack your bags37:58 In food innovation, we are shooting ourselves in the foot39:14 Peer-reviewed journals in Europe are bought and paid-for40:44 Questionable products vs. Nordic Mushrooms42:01 Be careful buying mushroom products on Amazon43:18 Functional Mushrooms are a growth market44:17 Kääpä is coming to the Hololife Summit!44:58 Visit kaapamushrooms.com48:57 Anecdote about Siim Land49:54 Biohacker's Retreat in January 2025

In this episode, Teemu Arina meets Karim Chubin to discuss Intermittent Hypoxia Hyperoxia Therapy (IHHT) as well as various adaptogens and their effects.Karim Chubin is a British-trained anthropologist, Swiss and German-certified naturopath, and visionary entrepreneur. Since 2004, he has led a groundbreaking clinical practice that integrates declassified Siberian (Russian) naturopathic innovations with his unique gifts as a clairvoyant and naturopathic medium. Karim's boutique practice, headquartered in Geneva with satellite offices in Brussels and Moscow, specializes in sleep harmonization, regenerative medicine, and personalized lifestyle wellness. His work focuses on enhancing mitochondrial and vibrational health from a vitalistic perspective, with the goal of optimizing longevity and overall well-being.Fluent in several languages, Karim is a health rebel and global traveller dedicated to bridging the gap between Eastern and Western medical wisdom. He is the founder of karimchubin.com and the Karim Chubin podcast, where he shares cutting-edge health discoveries with a worldwide audience. Currently, Karim is spearheading the "Million Minds Mission", aimed at educating one million people on transforming their lives through a new health paradigm that merges mitochondrial and vibrational medicine. His innovative approach to wellness is also embodied in "Loungevity," a 360-degree mind-body immersion experience designed to foster deep, sustainable regeneration.This conversation was recorded in September 2024.Visit https://www.karimchubin.com and follow @karimchubin on TikTok to learn more!Check https://biohackersummit.com for upcoming events & tickets!Devices, supplements, guides, books & quality online courses for supporting your health & performance: https://biohackercenter.comKey moments and takeaways:00:00 Introduction by Teemu Arina01:54 Karim's background04:00 Discovering IHHT07:04 How IHHT works technically08:23 How things worked before Big Pharma09:48 IHHT versus HBOT12:33 The challenge is educating people14:15 Enhancing mitochondrial functions16:59 Various benefits of IHHT18:41 Binding IHHT with different health modalities20:00 Overstimulation has a negative effect24:29 The Million Minds mission27:22 Wim Hof method versus IHHT30:45 Hypoxic states33:53 The most common adaptogens37:51 Discovering adaptogens39:13 Plants which brave Siberian winters42:00 Shifting appetites45:09 Adaptogens speak straight to the head46:25 Do we regard aging as a disease?48:41 Cellular surprise50:40 About some lesser known adaptogens52:24 Maral Root vs. microcirculation55:07 We borrow from the plant kingdom to find our center56:52 Bacopa Monieri58:00 Sagan Dalya (Rhododendron Adamsii)63:24 Blue Lotus is not exactly an adaptogen, but has interesting properties66:09 Kudzu works against various types of addictions67:46 TUR devices such as CellOxy or CellAirOne69:43 Disclaimer about Karim's relationship with TUR71:48 The importance of ethics at the beginning and end of the chain74:34 Karim's Loungevity brand

In this episode, Teemu Arina meets Christian Drapeau, CEO of STEMREGEN. Christian's pioneering efforts have not only changed our understanding of the human body's repair system but have also paved the way for a new approach to health and wellness. By recognizing the crucial role of stem cells in daily tissue rejuvenation, Christian has opened the door to an entirely new paradigm of wellness, harnessing the power of our body's innate repair system to age gracefully with vibrant health.STEMREGEN stands as a testament to Christian Drapeau's vision and dedication. His work continues to inspire and challenge the way we approach health, emphasizing the importance of supporting the body's innate repair system through natural & plant-based stem cell enhancers. The quest for knowledge and natural healing is a lifelong endeavor that holds the promise of transforming lives and improving health for generations to come.This conversation was recorded in August 2024.Visit https://stemregen.co and follow @stemcellchristian on Instagram to learn more!Check https://biohackersummit.com for upcoming events & tickets!Devices, supplements, guides, books & quality online courses for supporting your health & performance: https://biohackercenter.comKey moments and takeaways:00:00 Introduction by Teemu Arina01:20 The repair system of stem cells03:08 What shortens your lifespan04:38 Stem cells vs. mitochondrial function & NAD06:20 Replacing the old with the new08:13 Boosting autophagy10:46 Nutraceuticals vs. stem cell injections12:35 Examples of STEMREGEN treatments15:01 Can you test for everything?16:09 Liposomal delivery and IVs17:52 The body's own repair system works but is rarely mentioned20:24 Treating symptoms is usually too late21:22 Misconceptions about stem cell treatments23:24 Discoveries during the development process of STEMREGEN25:14 How adaptogens relate to stem cell production27:41 Helping your cells to "pick up the phone"29:23 Blue-green algae and various types of seaweed33:10 Lessons learned from Sami Tallberg and Jaakko Halmetoja35:44 Discovery of Aloe Macrolada and working with local harvesters37:29 Everything affects stem cell production in some way39:29 Red marrow41:00 What type of diet best supports stem cells45:53 Why it's OK to eat shellfish47:17 "Mass-produced sushi is probably the worst thing ever"48:35 Source supplements as carefully as you do food50:59 Walkthrough of different STEMREGEN products56:41 The Resilient Being and stem cells58:15 Christian's social media and Cracking the Stem Cell Code book59:51 Diseases result from the body's inability to replenish63:25 More information about STEMREGEN and the Biohacker Summit

In this episode, Teemu Arina meets Joe Cohen, CEO of SelfDecode, to discuss the complex nature of a purely data-driven approach to biohacking via genetic testing and various biomarkers.Joe recalls his biohacking journey, his trial-and-error approach, years of self-experimentation, following gurus (and then choosing not to do so anymore) and the incredible insights which led to him ultimately founding SelfDecode.SelfDecode is the only company in the world which directly provides their users with a holistic set of accurate health recommendations based on their genes. This allows them to take charge of their own healthcare with data-driven precision health decisions.In order to make the best health decisions, we must take all of our health data into account. Otherwise, we'll end up addressing individual problems or symptoms without looking at the whole picture. The problem is that there is just too much information for any human to analyze - this is where the power of AI comes in.This conversation was recorded in August 2024.Visit https://selfdecode.com and follow @mrbiohacker on Instagram to learn more!Check https://biohackersummit.com for upcoming events & tickets!Devices, supplements, guides, books & quality online courses for supporting your health & performance: https://biohackercenter.comKey moments and takeaways:00:00 Introduction by Teemu Arina01:23 Joe's biohacking journey & fighting 75 different health issues02:43 Getting into genetics, gaining knowledge and experience03:42 From healing to optimizing - but how?04:26 Referencing the best people in each category04:57 Optimize every realm possible05:53 Mood regulation matters07:14 You don't know where your limit is (until you test it)08:40 Joe's elevated neuroticism & anxiety09:28 Iterative improvements over 4 years10:56 Joe didn't consult a psychologist, only used supplements11:47 Mood is quite complex13:30 It's tough to talk to people with whom you don't share common interests14:39 Optimizing lab results and data15:52 Chromium as an example of a less immediately obvious supplement19:00 When biohacking becomes an obsession (but for Joe it's more of a hobby)19:49 Exercise and the adverse effects of blindly following guru advice21:38 Challenging the body in different ways23:15 Lab testing provides insights as you progress through your improvements24:31 Megadosing vitamin C27:16 Optimization cannot be done in isolation27:46 The consequences of overtraining31:27 Optimal is contextual33:33 You have to look at multiple biomarkers to get an accurate picture36:24 IVs: yes or no?38:23 Megadosing makes it easier to observe the effects of a specific compound40:15 Software algorithms can interpret your metrics and help you avoid mistakes41:51 What works for one person might not work for another44:22 It's hard to identify which particular supplement works best46:58 SelfDecode provides the tools which help you understand your results48:22 The industry is rife with sh*t technology50:04 Companies should leverage AI and build their own technology, but most don't54:37 Most software out there is just bad58:17 You can provide results from other labs, but it's best to use SelfDecode's own chip61:13 Most labs look for illness - but if longevity is the target, other metrics are more important64:04 Biohackers shouldn't just blindly believe what they read64:33 SelfDecode also has a GPT bot to help you interpret your data

In this episode, Teemu Arina and Dr. Robin Mesnage discuss the benefits of therapeutic fasting.Dr. Robin Mesnage joined Buchinger Wilhelmi at the beginning of 2022 as Lead Data Scientist – after supporting the research team for five years, among others with statistical analyses on the latest studies.Dr. Mesnage looks back on a long career. His specialist areas are toxicology and chemical regulation, molecular biology and biochemistry, as well as human physiology. In 2008, Dr. Mesnage started his studies in Biology at the University of Caen in Normandy, graduating with a Master’s degree in Cell Biology and a PhD in Molecular and Cell Biology. As a Research Associate at King’s College in London, Dr. Mesnage led a research programme on toxicology in the field of medical genetics and molecular genetics. In 2016, he gained a further Master’s degree in London in Bioinformatics and Systems Biology. In 2018, Dr. Mesnage set up his own company to assess the risk of toxic substances. In addition, he advised health specialists on analysing complex biomedical data.An experienced researcher, Dr. Mesnage has for the last ten years examined the health effects of pollution caused by pesticides. He has published his findings in over 70 scientific articles that have been cited more than 5,000 times. He has appraised over 100 studies and is editor of three scientific journals.This conversation was recorded in June 2024.Visit https://www.buchinger-wilhelmi.com/ and follow @buchingerwilhelmi on Instagram to learn more!Check https://biohackersummit.com for upcoming events & tickets!Devices, supplements, guides, books & quality online courses for supporting your health & performance: https://biohackercenter.comKey moments and takeaways:00:00 Introduction by Teemu Arina01:24 Shinrin-yoku (forest bathing)02:09 The life of Otto Buchinger03:01 About fasting in general06:04 We are not fasting as we would do in nature07:05 The cycle of seasons08:41 Fasting across religions and cultural traditions11:41 Unclogging your arteries, but also your brain12:09 The Fasting Box13:09 How fasting enhances cognitive abilities14:12 The spiritual aspect15:01 Ozempic is akin to a religion at this point16:16 Rapamycin and Spermidine17:08 Ozempic is easy and addictive19:09 Educating patients is crucial to long-term success19:56 What happens during a fast21:19 Hormonal changes22:43 Global obesity statistics and projections24:45 Governments and society address weight loss unsuccessfully26:15 Foods are made to be addictive27:35 Drugs will not solve this, only societal change can29:03 Processed foods high in sugar should have the same warning labels as cigarettes30:36 The brain rewards energy-dense foods with dopamine32:07 Stress eating and bears35:02 Alternating between embolism and catabolism35:23 Yarrow Willard and the Nature Deficit Disorder35:58 The Buchinger Wilhelmi clinics and the Fasting Box37:31 Fasting under expert guidance38:39 How to adjust to fasting while maintaining a social life41:25 Two clinics - Marbella (Spain) and Überlingen (Germany)42:20 Sport, massages, cold exposure and nutrition courses43:07 Long-term fasting is not the only option available45:05 Why attempt a longer fast than 48 or 72 hours46:13 Arrive on a wheelchair, leave walking46:50 Where to learn more about Buchinger Wilhelmi47:48 Actual fasting beats any and every shortcut

Dr. Steven Schwartz, founder of Bioharmonic Technologies and expert in human optimization, discusses the healing powers of sound and frequency. He delves into how cellular processes impact health and the role of sound healing in promoting balance. The conversation highlights meditation and sonic frequency's transformative effects for wellness. He also introduces innovative concepts like 'pipo sound' and shares insights on using vibrational technology for healing, emphasizing the profound connection between resonance and well-being.

In this episode, Teemu Arina meets Elina Kadaja to discuss the harrowing experiences which led to her becoming a trauma release therapist.Elina Kadaja is a renowned therapist specializing in transformative meditation, breathwork, and the mind-body connection. She has facilitated healing for over 2000 individuals through both private and group sessions. Elina's expertise lies in helping clients achieve profound peace, clarity, and trauma release, guiding them to reconnect with their true selves.Her approach is particularly effective for emotional and psychosomatic issues that resist conventional medical treatment. An avid traveler, Elina has enriched her practice with insights from ancient cultures, having trained extensively in Ecuador and India, where she became certified in tantra yoga and meditative therapies. She is joyful, curious, and always open to engaging in conversations about her global adventures and learnings.This conversation was recorded in June 2024.Visit https://elinasufia.com/ and follow @elinasufia_breathwork on Instagram to learn more!Check https://biohackersummit.com for upcoming events & tickets!Devices, supplements, guides, books & quality online courses for supporting your health & performance: https://biohackercenter.comKey moments and takeaways:00:00 A teaser of Elina Kadaja's gripping story00:36 Introduction by Teemu Arina02:05 Elina's background03:49 The relevance of an individual's story04:19 A classic case05:22 Trauma is not what happened, but the response06:40 A mother's lack of sleep07:49 Where in the body do we store emotions and trauma?10:40 Wilhelm Reich's body map13:03 Shaking things off (literally)13:38 Freeze, fight or flight15:56 Showing vulnerability is a challenge17:05 When breathwork goes wrong19:25 What you might now know about Arnold Schwarzenegger20:57 An example of astrology22:14 Elina's baby sister22:57 Elina tells her gripping story24:54 Emotional rollercoaster ride with a sociopath25:51 Not really a refugee camp27:00 The fate of children, women, and men under ISIS27:59 The escape plan29:50 Trapped in a nightmare30:23 Six hours at gunpoint32:07 Waiting for the bullet33:51 Taking the risk34:42 No PTSD for years36:25 Trauma response37:39 Expressing what is triggered is crucial40:27 Doing therapy work helps you unpack41:13 Rage is an important catalyst 42:45 Don't gaslight yourself43:55 Going through various trainings and meditations45:40 Discovering breathwork46:53 Altered states and micro trips48:34 Subconscious trust50:32 Mirroring each other's experiences51:00 Lack of proper communication tools52:05 Using dance movements to calculate the numbers53:06 We don't even know how to use our brains53:21 Just surrender in trust54:16 The difficulty of the hero's journey is a gift55:24 We come from oneness56:18 Elina's current goals and outlook58:52 Appreciating what you have needs the right frame of reference59:41 Elina's dream (the question she wanted to answer)60:33 Elina is coming to the Biohacker Summit61:01 How to get in touch and work with Elina

Warren Phillips, the Non-Toxic Dad, shares his journey from toxic struggles to promoting a toxin-free lifestyle. He discusses detoxing, creating a non-toxic living environment, upgrading household products, children's sensitivity to toxins, and optimizing health through detoxification. The podcast also covers prioritizing nature, investing wisely, and exploring the intersection of health, nature, and technology at the upcoming Summit in Helsinki.

Teemu Arina dives into the world of Functional Mushrooms with Maximilian Endter, co-founder of Smaints.Maximilian's passion is to explore the potential of human beings. As a biohacker, mycologist and the co-founder of Smaints, he has made it his mission to combine the ancient teachings of traditional medicine with the modern findings of science - and to share it with the world.This not only manifested in the form of products loved by thousands of people, but also practical ideas for reaching your highest potential. Max's personal journey to optimal gut health 8 years ago led him not only to the incredible effects of functional mushrooms, but also to discovering everyday biohacks with the greatest possible leverage.This conversation was recorded in April 2024.Visit https://smaints.de/ and follow @smaints_mushrooms on Instagram to learn more!Check https://biohackersummit.com for upcoming events & tickets!Devices, supplements, guides, books & quality online courses for supporting your health & performance: https://biohackercenter.comKey moments and takeaways:00:00 Introduction by Teemu Arina01:30 Maximilian's background and the story behind Smaints04:34 What Smaints stands for06:11 About Yaks and Cordyceps08:27 The first kingdom on Earth was the Mushroom Kingdom09:32 The key pathways affected by several popular fungi12:31 Agaricus Blazei vs. Hashimoto's Disease, Cancer and Blood Sugar15:03 Oxalates, Antioxidants, Selenium, Red-Belted Conk16:44 Why the origin of your mushroom products is so important17:25 The powers of Reishi20:52 What is Maximilian's favourite Functional Mushroom and why?25:03 A mushroom that supports Sedentary Cognitive Work26:19 Certain fungi may have effects which haven't been fully studied yet 27:17 More powerful mushroom protips from Maximilian28:37 Maitake vs. drugs in Fertility Treatments29:58 Coprinus Paleotropicus and Blood Sugar31:13 Birch Polypore and Skin Health31:58 Paul Stamets, Turkey Tail and the European Market33:23 Oyster Mushrooms are actually Functional Mushrooms34:18 Different extraction methods for mushroom products35:06 Why vegetable glycerin extracts are interesting36:34 The benefits of triple extraction38:35 Thoughts behind Smaints products and mushroom use in everyday life41:25 Visit https://smaints.de for more information (also available in English)42:15 Availability of lab certificates43:06 Smaints at the Biohacker Summit 10-year Anniversary (July 2-3, 2024)