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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)

Teemu Arina and Dr. Elliot Justin, CEO of Firm Tech, discuss a new wearable to monitor cardiovascular health by way of measuring male performance in the bedroom.Elliot Justin, MD, FACEP is an Emergency Medicine specialist, telemedicine expert and sex toy enthusiast. His goal is to help all men and women sustain their sexual fitness, and if they develop ED to reverse or impede its progression. This will be achieved by providing personal data via scientifically designed under wearables and more effective and comfortable cock rings and vibrators.Now men, and soon women, will be able to assess the impact of vascular diseases, medications, supplements, and life styles upon their sexual health, while intensifying their pleasure and improving their confidence. This conversation was recorded in April 2024.Visit https://myfirmtech.com/ and follow @myfirmtech 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 Arina

Hagen Thiers, CEO of Waveguard, joins Teemu Arina to debunk common misconceptions around the harmful effects of EMF radiation and look into the effectiveness of various available countermeasures.As a child, Hagen was electro-sensitive. Headaches, dizziness, sleep and concentration problems were part of his everyday life. A significant percentage of western population has to deal with similar effects of electrosmog. For Hagen, escaping into areas with no EMF pollution wasn’t a permanent solution.This is why, back in 2008, he embarked on a mission to develop a product which would offer true protection against electromagnetic radiation.Since 2019, numerous scientific studies conducted by renowned institutions such as the Fraunhofer Institute have confirmed the effectiveness of Waveguard's Qi technology. Further studies are in progress, setting the company apart from the competition with a thorough commitment to factual science.This conversation was recorded in November 2023.Visit https://waveguard.com and follow Hagen Thiers on Instagram @emf_coach 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 Arina01:00 Hagen's background01:40 We are surrounded by pollution02:55 Escaping into nature04:45 Hagen's 3-month travel to Lapland06:02 Natural light restores circadian rhythm07:38 EMF radiation and its sources09:08 How technological progress outpaced long-term studies11:25 Constant exposure to high frequencies13:00 The combination of multiple stressors is the problem15:15 Teemu's countermeasures19:07 The vast quality gat between research instututes19:28 Fraunhofer Institute can't be bought with sponsor money21:44 Placebo-controlled testing23:20 Intensifying stressors & measurement points25:21 Dark Field Microscopy is not legitimate28:02 Put this plastic sticker on your phone29:33 If this works, it's a jammer, but it's not jamming...30:08 How to actually reduce electromagnetic field strength31:16 Proper testing & controlled conditions33:00 Depolarizing EMFs reduces the impact on the body34:25 Size matters - a necklace won't cut it35:56 Having a low phone signal is dangerous36:35 Reducing the impact of phone calls39:00 What's more dangerous, WiFi, Bluetooth or a 5G phone call?40:26 Standing in the line of fire for 12 antennas41:23 If someone calls their signal reduction tech "proprierary" it's a scam42:23 If you hear "quantum", RUN42:49 "Anti-EMF stickers" all come from the same factory in China43:17 Hagen now lives in Dubai and has 100 Wi-Fi signals around his apartment44:04 Free educational content on Instagram @emf_coach44:20 How to use Waveguard products for best results45:45 Reconnecting with nature helps restore balance47:40 EMF radiation is harmful whether you believe it or not49:25 "One short phone call before bed..."50:48 Knowledge base on waveguard.com51:34 Fraunhofer Institute was given randomized samples52:38 Hagen will speak at the Biohacker Summit in July

Teemu Arina and Tateki "Tech" Matsuda discuss various exercises and daily habits to counteract the compound effects of a sedentary lifestyle, such as bad posture and lack of movement.Tateki Matsuda, originally from Tokyo, Japan, transitioned from a baseball player to a martial artist after discovering kickboxing in his youth. Despite lacking formal training, his dedication led him to excel in full-contact karate tournaments in Japan. Moving to the U.S. for education, he earned degrees in Sports Movement Science while simultaneously forging a career in MMA, culminating in his UFC debut in 2014.Tateki attributes his success to the support of his team, sponsors, and fans, emphasizing the importance of growth and teamwork in his journey. Multicultural experiences in Thailand and Brazil enriched his perspective, and he remains committed to continuous challenge and personal development, both in and out of the cage.Tateki is also a valued member of the Biohacker Center team and manages the upcoming Biohacker Summit in Tokyo, Japan, which will take place in October 2024. He is a popular speaker and hosts engaging functional movement workshops at the Biohacker Summit and Retreat experiences.This conversation was recorded in December 2023.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 Arina03:21 Tateki's background05:14 From baseball to martial arts07:09 Martial arts is as much a mental sport as a physical one07:44 Injuries and rehabilitation09:14 How Teemu healed his sports injuries10:32 The importance of nutrition12:34 Injury recovery: to rest or not to rest?13:24 The dangerous life of a desk warrior15:38 Devices for relieving stress17:35 Repetition and consistency aid recovery19:07 Sauna, massage guns, red light19:52 The body chooses the path of least resistance20:49 Sedentary PC worker life22:43 Deadlifts vs. posterior tilt24:53 Core activation for better posture26:06 Why Tateki focuses on mobility26:51 Wearables for tracking muscle activation29:52 The importance of correct eye level and posture when working32:17 Low-cost methods to optimize ergonomics on the go33:39 Saddle chairs & male reproductive health35:15 The Pomodoro Technique35:45 Tateki's everyday "snackcercises"37:11 Kettlebell swings vs. ab crunches38:20 X3 bar & Dr. Jaquish38:50 Becoming the Supple Leopard39:44 A surprising spot for back pain massage46:26 Tateki's exercises will be on HoloHabits47:26 Back pain is common, but easily treatable47:45 Nutrition and recovery aids48:38 Learning about your body opens new possibilities49:57 Psoas, balloons and Airofit50:45 The cause of pain is upstream or downstream from the pain52:12 Learn more about devices at biohackercenter.com52:23 Upcoming events, Biohacker Summits Helsinki & Tokyo, Ibiza Retreat52:51 Follow Tateki on Instagram: @tatekimatsuda

Pavel Stuchlik (NOA|AON) joins Teemu Arina for a truly profound exploration of different perspectives on the self through mindful presence, meditation and manifestation.Pavel is an expert in self-realization technique & application, international conscious DJ/Producer, a serial impact entrepreneur & investor, a certified Ambassador of Peace and a Wim Hof Method instructor. NOA means movement, AON means "all or none". NOA|AON is bringing people back to their center in union with others. He created the BDM method to combine all of the most effective tools and wisdom from around the world to share with others.Learn more about Pavel and NOA|AON at https://www.noaaon.com!This conversation was recorded in December 2023.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 Arina03:46 Pavel's background04:43 First steps as an entrepreneur05:25 Professional cycling06:09 The first burnout06:38 Biohacking and Wim Hof06:55 Travelling to the USA & starting businesses08:54 Leaving Orange Theory & the second burnout09:25 Outside the comfort zone every 3 months10:10 The first darkroom experience & vision of NOA|AON11:27 Workshops & retreats11:40 Losing everything & starting fresh12:39 Teemu reacts to Pavel's story; darkness retreats15:25 Pavel's repeated 10-day darkroom experiences18:08 How the body & mind respond to complete isolation21:20 More details on the darkroom22:34 The process of unhooking; from darkroom to everyday life26:07 Everything is connected; micro to macro27:25 Learning through love & joy as opposed to pain28:04 Teemu's take on processing trauma30:31 The misconception of "success"32:09 Life is a lot simpler than we make it seem32:28 The "me", "we" and "be"33:53 Software directs hardware; mind directs body35:13 Disengaging the autopilot36:43 Some people get wet, others feel the rain on their skin37:23 Teemu recalls how Pavel handled a mishap at the Biohacker Summit in Amsterdam 202239:03 The difference between surrender and not giving a f*ck; react or accept40:32 Teemu remembers handling a blackout during a well-prepared presentation42:19 How Android Jones handled losing all his work in a fire43:48 Every loss leads to a new gain44:53 Five physical senses & four spiritual senses48:33 When you think, you don't know; when you know, you don't need to think50:03 From "me" to "we"52:29 The four-step process54:14 Wake up, clean up, power up, and rest up54:42 Teemu's detachment from materialism & the minimalist approach56:19 Obsessive control & psychosomatic feedback57:48 When your belief system starts to rule you58:46 We have to be OK when things don't go our way59:06 Darkroom experiences vs. biohacking60:15 Reframing the concept of a virus/pandemic61:51 "System Reset" - how it works & a basic exercise66:38 Teemu's experiment with HRV monitors during a stressful 2-day event68:48 Another simple breathing exercise to increase HRV69:50 Body awareness - where am I?71:17 Pay attention to the silence beneath the noise72:32 Breathing & its effects during a conversation74:28 Listening vs. listening to oneself75:26 Recalling an entire conversation76:35 It's not easy to be social when you've reached a certain level of conversation77:20 The plane mantra77:56 Humility in the face of the very idea of manned flight79:27 Where to learn more about NOA|AON: https://noaaon.com82:22 Future plans regarding live neurofeedback during events using EEG82:56 NOA|AON combines different methods & technologies83:49 Biohacker Summit 10-year Anniversary Event in Helsinki, 2-3 July 202486:26 Where to get the limited VIP tickets & content

In this episode, Sarah Turner joins Teemu Arina to discuss every aspect of Red Light therapy and Photobiomodulation. They cover the effects of different wavelengths of light and recommended types of devices for different treatments and use cases.Sarah Turner has a postgraduate degree in Clinical Neuroscience from Roehampton University in London. She also holds BSc degrees in Psychological Sciences and Nutritional Medicine from Westminster University and Thames Valley University, respectively. Currently, she is pursuing a diploma in Photobiomodulation at the University of Montpellier in France. During the initial decade of her career, Sarah worked as a research scientist in the pharmaceutical industry. Her role involved planning and conducting experiments to examine the impact of electrostatics on physiology.Sarah actively participates in the Biohacker movement and has had the opportunity to interview prominent thought leaders, visionaries, and experts in the field of Biohacking. Through these interactions, she has gained a deep understanding of the crucial role of physics in relation to biology. This has ignited her interest in the areas of quantum biology in health, photomedicine, and consciousness studies. Sarah's primary focus lies in photobiomodulation, which involves utilizing specific light wavelengths and pulsed frequencies to enhance optimal functioning, with a specific emphasis on brain-related issues. As the Co-Founder and CEO of CeraThrive, she spearheads the production of a red light therapy system that specifically targets the gut-brain connection.Learn more about Sarah and CeraThrive at https://www.cerathrive.comThis conversation was recorded in November 2023.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 Sarah's background02:40 What contributed to the popularity of photobiomodulation?04:09 Targeted effects of red and near-infrared light07:14 The method formerly known as LLLT and PPM08:35 Activation of cytochrome c oxidase09:31 Increased blood flow10:31 Collagen production11:17 Headaches11:51 Sleep and glymphatic drainage12:45 Improving one system benefits another14:33 Stimulating different organs16:22 The body is always trying to return to homeostasis20:15 Red light will not produce a tan22:51 Mitochondria retransmit light23:56 We are beings of light25:33 Sarah's favourite applications of photobiomodulation27:58 Targeting the gut to reach the brain30:40 Degenerative diseases32:30 Mental health issues34:09 The skull: skin and brain36:47 Mouth bacteria management with Lumoral37:56 Red light as a non-invasive method of treatment41:37 Different types of red light devices43:26 It's difficult to overdose red light44:13 How to best treat joint pain45:58 Influencers are misrepresenting the use of devices46:34 When to choose red vs. near-infrared light47:31 Be careful with red light on your genitals49:52 Your body (and common sense) will tell you if you're doing it wrong50:36 Reproductive health51:20 Red light therapy for race horses and farm animals53:07 Wake-up lights vs. red light during the winter54:43 Where to find out more about Sarah's device

In this episode, Leslie Kenny joins Dr. Olli Sovijärvi to discuss the various health benefits of Spermidine, its natural food sources, and recommended supplementation.Leslie Kenny is an Oxford-based entrepreneur born in California and a graduate of Berkeley and Harvard Business School. In her 30s, her life changed dramatically when she was diagnosed with an array of autoimmune conditions - lupus, rheumatoid arthritis and hypothyroidism. Her doctors told her there was no cure and that they could only be managed with strong immunosuppressants.Raised with the mentality that it's best to work with your body's innate wisdom to heal itself, Leslie chose to instead support her immune system in its natural abilities. As well as becoming a certified health coach, Leslie began helping scientists at leading European universities, including the University of Oxford, to raise money for their health discoveries.It was at a meeting with one such scientist that she learned of a compound called spermidine. Because it was a natural and food-derived compound, not a drug that would bring in more money, no one was interested in promoting it. So with the support of esteemed University of Oxford scientists and doctors that make up our Board of Scientific and Clinical Advisors, Leslie launched Oxford Healthspan with its flagship product, the plant-derived spermidine supplement Primeadine®.Learn more about Leslie and Oxford Healthspan at https://www.oxfordhealthspan.com!This conversation was recorded in November 2023.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 Dr. Olli Sovijärvi01:25 Spermidine basics02:16 Micronutrients in semen02:53 Babies need spermidine, mothers lose hair04:02 It's not just about SAM-e05:41 Spermidine for recovery07:46 Natural food sources08:58 A healthy gut is crucial09:37 Bacteria that make Spermidine10:32 Top 3 food sources14:00 Chlorella as a source of spermidine15:18 The optimal dose17:02 Avoiding anti-nutrient dense foods, alternative diets20:30 Long term effects, hallmarks of aging22:39 The Goldilocks Zone and fertility25:50 Other benefits of spermidine & Primeadine28:00 The Salvage Pathway of polyamines29:41 When should you start supplementing?

Eric Puro, CEO of KÄÄPÄ Biotech, discusses the impact of functional mushrooms on human health. Topics include mushroom cultivation standards, lab testing procedures, and the potential of mushrooms in medicine. They also explore the beauty and medicinal properties of chagga mushrooms, the effects of ratio and cordyceps on heart rate and sports performance, regulatory challenges for psychedelic companies, neural activity and the default mode network, therapeutic uses of psychedelics in trauma support and mental health, and the concept of biohacking.