

Renee Belz & Lauren Sambataro
Biohacker Babes
We're sisters and the Biohacker Babes! We want to empower you to become your own biohacker and upgrade your life. The Biohacker Babes podcast 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.
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Mar 6, 2023 • 1h 8min
Real vs Fake Meat, Regenerative Farming & Soil Health, Artificial Sweeteners & Gut Health, Food Allergies, Intuitive Eating, Genetic Testing, and Nutrition for Mental Health
Join us for this fun episode where we breakdown many nutrition topics! We discuss the dangers of fake meat, why regenerative farming is important, different fasting practices, the best foods for mental health, intuitive eating, top tips for personalizing your diet and more.SHOW NOTES:0:51 Welcome to the show!5:13 Whole Foods vs Fake Meats7:42 Debatable arguments over plant-based meats9:35 Addressing sustainability & soil health11:12 Advocating for Regenerative Farming13:08 Costa Rica & Organic produce15:53 STUDY: Absorption rate of real vs fake meat18:45 STUDY: Commercial animal feed & chronic disease 21:31 Water consumption in farming22:28 Artificial sweeteners26:19 The HCG Diet30:42 Fulfilling our sweet desires32:37 *Silverbiotics*34:14 Alcohol & taste buds35:15 How to support the gut microbiome36:01 Continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) & Fasting38:26 Allergies, sensitivies & intolerances40:36 *Magnesium Breakthrough*42:24 Address HOW we are eating48:35 Nutrition needs for mental health53:43 Particular foods for mental health55:47 Zinc vs Magnesium58:07 Portlandia chicken episode1:02:02 A word about genetic testing1:04:12 Recap on building a personalized eating plan1:06:08 Thanks for tuning in!RESOURCES:Biohacker Babes 7-Day Challenge - FREE until April 30Sacred Cow BookSacred Cow MovieDiana Rodgers & Sustainable DishJoel Salatin & Polyface FarmSupport Regenerative Farming: Kiss The Ground InitiativeBiggest Little Farm DocumentarySilverbiotics - code: BIOHACKERBABESLevels CGMTastermonial CGMMagnesium Breakthrough - code: BIOHACKERBABESFunny IG Reel: Just How Dudes EatSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/biohacker-babes-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Feb 27, 2023 • 51min
The Truths & Secrets about Silverbiotics SilverSol Technology l Biohacking Quality of Life and Immune Function with Bioavailable, Nano-Silver Solutions
We are so relieved to finally put the myths about silver to rest! If you've heard about the dangers of silver, or the scary blue man, SilverSol technology may be nature's best medicine, in a sea of low quality contenders. In this episode, we chat with Steve Revelli, Chief Scientifc Officer of Silverbiotics.In addition to being head of Research and Development, Quality Control, and Formulator of American Biotech Labs/Manufacturing, Steve Revelli is a Retired Educator, Adjunct Professor, Olympic Bobsled and Skeleton Official.He joined American Biotech Labs/Manufacturing after retiring from 30 years in science and health education. During his tenure at ABL, he has helped the company develop antimicrobial cosmetics and would care products. His passion has always been to educate people about their health and wellness.Outside of ABL you can find him officiating track and field meets as a USATF master’s level official or somewhere in the world officiating World Cup Bobsled and skeleton races for the International Bobsled and Skeleton Federation!SHOW NOTES:0:51 Welcome to the show!1:38 Today’s pop question7:09 Steve Revelli’s Bio8:10 Welcome Steve9:04 How Steve became interested in silver12:10 The story behind the “blue man”12:30 Different types of silver14:36 What parts per million (ppm) is best for silver?16:14 *Sleep Breakthrough18:11 Using silver for immune support20:20 Antibiotic-resistant bacteria22:28 Best uses for silver25:41 Silver for dental/oral health29:09 SilverBiotics tooth gel with xylitol31:27 Wound care & cosmetic creams 35:49 Why more skincare companies aren’t using silver40:24 Why biohackers are using silver41:32 Steve’s personal story42:36 Can silver be used as a nasal spray?44:45 Could it be classified as a drug?45:27 Are there any possible side effects?45:54 What is colloidal silver?48:09 More on SilverBiotics49:06 His final advice49:51 Thanks for tuning in! RESOURCES:SHOP SilverBiotics – discount code: BIOHACKERBABESSleepbreakthrough.com/biohackerbabes discount code: BIOHACKERBABES10BB 7-Day Challenge - Enroll for free until April 30th!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/biohacker-babes-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Feb 20, 2023 • 1h 27min
A Deep Dive On Mental Health l What It Means To Be Mentally Healthy and Using Diagnostic Testing to Identify Root Cause Opportunities
We are thrilled to have our good friend and Mental & Metabolic Health Scientist, Brendan Vermeire, back on the podcast this week! If you missed our first interview with him, make sure you go back and listen to episode #84. In today's episode we discuss what it really means to be mentally healthy, the importance of nutrition for mental health, whether genetic testing is really worth it, the Mental M.A.P. test, and more!Brendan Vermeire is a Mental and Metabolic Health Scientist & Researcher, Functional Medicine Educator, Writer, and Speaker. He is a Board-Certified Holistic Health Practitioner, Master Nutrition Coach, Master Personal Trainer, USAW Sports Performance Coach, and Crossfit Trainer.He began his career as a personal trainer and nutrition coach at the age of 18 after disappointingly being medically discharged from the United States Navy Seal training pipeline due to an injury. After being exposed to the power of functional lab testing in the start of his career, he began intensely pursuing that as a career path which has led him to be widely regarded as one of the top leading experts in Metabolic Health and Functional Education.He is the proud owner and founder of the Metabolic Solutions Institute for Functional Health and Fitness Practitioners and the creator of the Functional Mental Health Practitioner Certificate Course. He is also the founder of the Metabolic Solutions Research & Education Foundation, a not-for-profit foundation dedicated to ‘changing the way the world views mental health’ through advancing the science of Mental Health Dysfunction. He is also the creator of The Mental M.A.P.™, a cutting-edge Lab Panel for Mental Health.When he’s not educating doctors/practitioners/professionals, helping clients overcome their most severe health struggles, or producing cutting edge scientific education, Brendan enjoys all things fitness and is probably working out. He also enjoys anything in nature and any activities that expand his heart, mind, and soul.SHOW NOTES:0:59 Welcome to the show!2:03 Daily Pop Quiz9:46 Brendan Vermeire’s bio10:51 Welcome Brendan to the show!13:08 What does it mean to be mentally healthy?18:04 What percentage is physiological?20:44 The wrong approach to mental health23:49 Standard American Diet & Metabolism26:43 *Sleep Breakthrough*28:39 Eudamonia & “meaning-making”31:28 Why is Blood Chemistry so valuable?34:04 The Mental M.A.P.36:40 How to begin healing mental illness41:40 *Silverbiotics*43:18 Why we need critical thinking47:22 Renee’s experience with Chronic Fatigue49:38 Nutrition for Mental Health53:50 Applying conventional methods to the functional world54:14 GLP-1 Agonists medications59:12 The change in mindset against propaganda1:02:59 Supplements vs Behaviors1:04:30 Is genetic testing helpful?1:12:59 Using data to motivate or scare1:15:03 The biggest levers for his mental health1:19:57 Experiencing both light & darkness 1:20:43 The FMHP Course1:23:53 His final piece of advice1:25:53 Thanks for tuning in!RESOURCES:Website: Metabolic SolutionsIG: The Holistic SavageFacebook: Metabolic SolutionsLinkedin: Brendan VermeireFunctional Mental Health Practitioner (FMHP) CourseThe Mental M.A.P. Lab Test - email us for more info!Episode #84 - Our first interview with BrendanSleep Breakthrough - code: BIOHACKERBABESSilverbiotics - code: BIOHACKERBABESSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/biohacker-babes-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Feb 13, 2023 • 1h 14min
Sleep Breakthrough Optimization l Everything You Didn't Already Know About Sleep Optimization
Our guest this week, Matt Gallant, spent $45,000 to optimize his sleep and is sharing what he learned with us. 67% of Americans report frequent sleep issues and 43% say that these sleep issues impact their daily activities. Sleep deprivation and poor quality sleep are major issues today, primarily due to the 7 sleep disruptors Matt has discovered. He shares his top biohacks to overcome these disruptors, the pros and cons of sleep trackers, what you need to know about melatonin, and a deep dive into the top sleep nutrients that went into his latest sleep formula. Matt Gallant is the CEO and Co-Founder of BiOptimizers and has a bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology. He’s been a strength and conditioning coach for multiple pro athletes, and a self-defense instructor, and has over 15 years of experience formulating supplements. He's also a serial entrepreneur that's built over 13 profitable companies. SHOW NOTES:0:51 Welcome to the show!5:02 Matt Gallant’s Bio5:25 Welcome Matt6:28 Why is sleep so important?9:22 Sleep Disruptor #1: Light & Darkness13:19 The dangers of light at night15:32 More on light & melatonin18:19 Sleep Disruptor #2: Temperature24:33 *SilverBiotics*26:08 Sleep Disruptor #3: Eating late at night30:58 His thoughts on sleep trackers35:18 *Sleep Breakthrough*37:12 Sleep Disruptor #4: Blood flow constriction40:15 How did our ancestors sleep?42:00 Sleep Disruptor #5: Oxygen & Hypoxia 45:35 Sleep Disruptor #6: Consistency & early sleep48:25 The science behind different sleep molecules & ingredients56:57 GABA, Glutamate & Genetics58:46 How they create new supplement formulas1:01:52 New Dream Optimizer sleep spray 1:05:38 His final piece of advice1:09:52 What’s coming soon from BiOptimizers1:12:21 Thanks for tuning in! RESOURCES:BB 7-Day ChallengeReTimer Light Therapy GlassesHuman ChargerVerilux Happy (SAD) LightChiliSleep PodEight Sleep Pod & Mattress – code: BIOHACKERBABESManta Sleep eye maskBiOptimizers Magnesium BreakthroughSilverBiotics – code: BIOHACKERBABESSleep Breakthrough Powder - code: biohackerbabes10Kion Aminos – code: BIOBABESDreem headsetEssentia mattresshttps://elanra.comHypoAir Air Purifier - code: BIOHACKERBABESNanoVi - the secret to reversing Oxidative StressSleep Chronotype QuizSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/biohacker-babes-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Feb 6, 2023 • 1h 3min
Optimizing Superhuman with Peptides & Bioregulators with Nathalie Niddam
Nathalie Niddam joins our podcast this week for a deep dive on the hot topic of peptides and bioregulators. She breaks down the difference between peptides & bioregulators, the importance of quality sourcing, top peptides for longevity, skincare & pain, plus her thoughts on biohacking and the future of peptides.Nathalie Niddam is a Holistic Nutritionist, a Human Potential Coach and Epigenetic Coach who is immersed in the world of health optimization and longevity. A few years ago she stumbled upon peptides and bioregulator peptides at a health optimization conference and has been immersed in the study and application of these as health optimization and longevity tools ever since.Nathalie runs a large and growing Biohacking Community on Facebook (the Optimizing Superhuman Performance Group), is the host of the Biohacking Superhuman Performance Podcast, and she speaks at health conferences on longevity and…what else Bioregulator Peptides.As of today Nathalie’s Biological Age is a full 14 years younger than her Chronological age with Telomeres matching someone 22 years younger…her goal is to keep that clock moving back and to make sure that people learn that this is possible for them if they are willing to take charge of their health! SHOW NOTES:0:51 Welcome to the show!3:10 Nathalie Niddam’s bio4:13 Welcome her to the podcast4:58 What got her into Peptides?7:55 Do exogenous peptides shut down endogenous production?10:31 What is step one?15:14 How are bioregulators sourced?16:39 Delivery mechanisms & formats17:40 Difference between Peptides & Bioregulators18:30 Copper Peptides for skin19:28 Epitalon for Circadian health22:21 *Sleep Breakthrough Ad*26:20 What root cause pathways do we need to address?30:07 Issues she sees with access to Peptides31:11 BPC-157 & Gut Health32:07 *Silverbiotics Ad*33:42 Systemic benefits of BPC-15736:12 What else for skin health?38:38 Dr. Loren Pickart & GHK41:56 Why it’s important to read the studies!42:55 What she’s excited about & why we need to be cautious45:58 Issues with quality sourcing47:29 How do we make them bioavailable?52:08 Peptides, Bodybuilding & Biohacking52:52 Her definition of Biohacking!54:18 New OURA Ring Sleep Staging56:27 Who are Peptides & Bioregulators for?58:35 Her Facebook Community59:29 Her private community on Mighty Networks1:00:22 Her final piece of advice1:01:27 Thanks for tuning in!RESOURCES:Website: Nathalieniddam.comFacebook: Biohacking Superhuman PerformanceIG: @nathalieniddamMightyNetworks: BSP CommunityReversesleepaging.comBiOptimizers Sleep Breakthrough - Code: BIOHACKERBABESSilverbiotics - Code: BIOHACKERBABESBiohacker Babes 7-Day Challenge - Enroll for free until April 30th!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/biohacker-babes-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Jan 30, 2023 • 1h 17min
How to Stay Healthy While Traveling l Prepping For Travel Challenges with Our Favorite Biohacks, Movement Practices, Snacks vs Fasting Protocols, and Curating the Perfect Sleep Environment
Today we're sharing our top biohacks to stay healthy while traveling! We know that certain challenges can come up when traveling like eating out at more restaurants, less than optimal sleeping situations, and exposure to more microbes, but that shouldn't stop you from traveling. We'll breakdown what you need to know when flying across time zones, what to look for in your hotel or Airbnb, the best stretches when traveling, and more!SHOW NOTES:0:50 Welcome to the show!4:38 How to stay healthy while traveling5:23 Statistics on how travel makes you healthy!9:05 The biggest struggles when traveling11:29 The “First Night Effect”15:00 Top biohacks when flying24:03 *Silverbiotics Ad27:10 What to avoid while flying31:17 Nutrition hacks & fasting37:28 *Nootopia Ad39:44 Our favorite travel snacks41:50 What we look for in accommodations51:09 Recap of our top travel biohacks52:05 Exercise, mindful movement & stretching1:01:58 Our top supplements1:10:25 More on circadian rhythm & social jet lag1:15:35 Thanks for tuning in! RESOURCES:7-Day Challenge - FREE until April 30th!Lambs EMF-Protection Clothing – code: BIOHACKERBABESEnergyBits – code: SAMBIEFITBrainTap Headset - check out The Biohacking Bundle!BrainFMOthership Breathwork & Cold Plunge AppHanu Health – code: BABES40Silverbiotics – code: BIOHACKERBABESLMNT ElectrolytesLevels Continuous Glucose MonitorPaleoValley – code: biohackerbabes15Thrive Market – save with linkNootopia Nootropics - code: BIOHACKERBABESKion EAAs – code: BioBabesIG: Renee’s hotel thermostat hackTrueDark LED dotsAmber nightlightQS Immune ChargeScandiLabs Immune FormulaMicrobiome Labs MegaMune & MegaCidinPropolis spraySilver nasal sprayXylitol nasal sprayThieves essential oilTroscriptions Just Blue - discount code: BIOHACKERBABESBiOptimizers Magnesium Breakthrough - discount code: BIOHACKERBABESOur EBook: Social Jet LagTemper MintsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/biohacker-babes-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Jan 23, 2023 • 1h 4min
Reigniting Your Spark Factor l A Women's Guide to Biohacking & Mitochondrial Health with Dr. Molly Maloof
We are thrilled to have Dr. Molly Maloof back on the podcast to share how we can all get our spark back! We dive into the biggest drivers of disease, the role of mitochondrial dysfunction, her personal approach to biohacking, how we can boost our energy levels, as well as the importance of love and social connection for overall health.As a physician and Stanford lecturer, Dr. Molly Maloof has spent her career providing personalized medicine services to high-performing technology executives, billionaire investors, Silicon Valley entrepreneurs, and Academy Award winning actors. What she noticed is that women, specifically, were feeling the spark that once energized their lives beginning to dim. Not just metaphorically but in a measurable reduction in the energy output from their cells. In response, Dr. Molly developed a science-backed program focused on mitochondrial health, used successfully by her patients, which offered lifestyle changes that target the unique biology of women and provide immediate and long-term benefits--now available in her book The Spark Factor. “The idea is steady gradual improvement, not perfection. The goal is to help get your spark back, so you can spend the rest of your life empowered, alive, mobile, and resilient,” she writes.SHOW NOTES:0:51 Welcome to the show!3:37 Dr. Molly Malloof’s bio4:25 Welcome, Molly!5:06 The biggest drivers of disease5:49 Her approach to biohacking7:53 What is HEALTH?8:43 Mitochondrial Health & Dysfunction10:15 How can we increase energy levels?12:51 Importance of connectivity16:25 Course-correcting with biohacking17:55 The biggest mistake she sees20:45 Renee’s experience with HPA dysfunction22:13 *Nootopia ad*24:32 Her thoughts on Uric Acid27:07 Getting away from “Diet Dogma”28:59 How to listen to our body33:42 Leaning on friends to balance social time vs isolation34:13 Lauren’s story about not listening!35:25 Honesty as a leading principle36:52 Biohacking Mental Health43:15 Working on our relationships43:51 *Silverbiotics Ad*47:01 The role of love & spirituality in health50:11 Where to start with nutrition52:20 Why you’re not losing weight58:11 Kristin Neff’s Self-Compassion questionnaire1:02:01 Her final piece of advice1:02:28 Thanks for tuning in!RESOURCES:Website: www.drmolly.coIG: drmolly.coBook: The Spark FactorOnline Course: Your Healthspan JourneyEpisode #103: Sexual Trauma, Psychedelics & ConsciousnessNootopia.com - discount code: biohackerbabes10Silverbiotics.com - discount code: BIOHACKERBABESSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/biohacker-babes-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Jan 16, 2023 • 1h 3min
Healing With Color & Plant Melatonin l How The Rainbow Diet & Phytonutrients Are Connected to Mood, Sleep & Intuition With Dr. Deanna Minich
We absolutely loved our conversation with Dr. Deanna Minich all about the connection between food, color, mood, gut microbiome diversity and overall health! She dives into the importance of gut health and why we need prebiotics, probiotics and polyphenols, as well as the role color plays in the foods we eat. We also got to learn about the incredible anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects from melatonin, as she busts some myths around melatonin being just the "sleep hormone." Deanna Minich, MS, PhD, CNS, Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner (IFMCP), is a nutrition scientist, international lecturer, teacher, and author, with over twenty years of experience in academia and in the food and dietary supplement industries.Throughout the years, she has been active as a functional medicine clinician in clinical trials and in her own practice (Food & Spirit™), which has now become oriented towards groups, workshops, and retreats. She is the author of six books on wellness topics, four book chapters, and fifty scientific publications. Her academic background is in nutrition science, including a Master of Science (M.S.) degree in Human Nutrition and Dietetics from the University of Illinois at Chicago (1995) and a Doctorate (Ph.D.) in Medical Sciences (nutrition focus) from the University of Groningen in the Netherlands (1999). For a decade, she was part of the research team led by the “father of Functional Medicine,” Dr. Jeffrey Bland, and has served on the Nutrition Advisory Board for The Institute of Functional Medicine, as well as on the Board of Directors for the American Nutrition Association. Since 2013, she has been part of the faculty for the Advanced Practice Module in Environmental Health offered by the Institute for Functional Medicine and has been teaching a graduate level course in metabolic detoxification at the University of Western States. Over the decades, she has taught thousands of nutrition classes for health coaches, fitness trainers, and healthcare professionals, including for programs offered by the Functional Medicine Coaching Academy and the Institute for Integrative Nutrition. In conjunction with her academic degrees and extensive teaching experience at the university level, she is both a Fellow (FACN) and a Certified Nutrition Specialist (CNS) through the American College of Nutrition. She is Chief Science Officer at Symphony Natural Health, where she leads the medical advisory team, oversees scientific communication, and provide educational leadership for the company’s plant-derived nutraceuticals. She is passionate about helping others to live well using therapeutic lifestyle changes that impact their physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual health.SHOW NOTES:0:51 Welcome to the show!4:34 Dr. Deanna Minich’s Bio5:49 Welcome Dr. Minich6:30 Intro to eating the rainbow9:59 Can we use our intuition?10:50 Color connections in the body12:40 Food & Mood tracker15:19 Chakras & the endocrine system17:55 Benefits of using data quantification19:37 *SilverBiotics Ad22:48 Are our cravings tied to our intuition?24:20 The color white & the pineal gland25:59 Yellow and the fire element27:05 Red & the link to inflammation29:50 Every color has its own spectrum32:40 Food diversity & the gut microbiome38:08 *Nootopia Ad40:22 Bioindividuality for blood glucose response 43:05 Anti-nutrients found in food45:43 Melatonin production in the body48:13 The precursors of melatonin50:27 Carb consumption & amino acids52:04 Should we supplement with melatonin?56:54 More uses for melatonin1:01:20 Her final piece of advice1:01:54 Thanks for tuning in! RESOURCES:https://deannaminich.comhttps://www.facebook.com/deanna.minich/https://www.instagram.com/deannaminich/?hl=enhttps://www.youtube.com/user/foodandspirithttps://www.linkedin.com/in/deannaminich/Herbatonin - https://symphonynaturalhealth.com/products/herbatonin-3mg SilverBiotics – code: BIOHACKERBABESNootopia – code: biohackerbabes10Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/biohacker-babes-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Jan 9, 2023 • 52min
Optimizing Hunger, Cravings & Satiety with Temper Mints & Fasting Coaching
To kick off the new year, we wanted to dive into the science behind building new healthy habits and creating long-term goals. Our guest, Dr. T. Dalton Comb, is passionate about understanding the causes and consequences of human behavior. He shares valuable insights based on his research including the role of dopamine, the difference between hunger and cravings, and his approach to fasting.CEO and Founder of Temper; Dr. T. Dalton Comb’s passion is understanding the causes and consequences of human behavior. First as a neuroeconomics PhD researcher at University of Southern California, and author of “Digital Behavioral Design.” Second, as a tech startup founder applying cutting edge neuroscience. Dalton explores how the brain mechanisms that underlie value, reward, and motivated behavior can be used to help people form healthy habits and live better lives. Dalton leads Temper with an unrivaled understanding of the brain, the future of technology, and the interaction between the two.SHOW NOTES:0:50 Welcome to the show!4:00 Dr. Dalton Combs Bio4:52 Welcome Dr. Combs5:48 Why do people struggle to create new habits?10:17 The role of dopamine11:35 Renee’s experience with flossing12:30 Find something you intrinsically enjoy14:47 What about fear-driven activity?16:45 The habit loop22:30 Science behind willpower or “decision juice”24:10 Focusing on morning or evening habits25:39 Temper program with fasting & the mints25:40 *NOOTOPIA AD*27:56 Cont’d: Temper mints & fasting32:40 Assessing hunger, cravings, satiety & fullness36:48 How the mints work 38:47 The endocannabinoid system41:40 Learning the difference between hunger & cravings42:28 More on the coaching program45:20 Renee’s experience with chocolate cravings48:10 Scoring hunger, cravings, satiety & fullness48:45 New year sale!50:15 His final piece of advice51:07 Where to find out more51:25 Thanks for tuning in! RESOURCES:UseTemper.comhttps://twitter.com/UseTemperhttps://www.instagram.com/usetemperhttps://www.facebook.com/UseTemperhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/usetemperhttps://www.tiktok.com/@usetemperhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/tdaltonchttps://www.instagram.com/tdaltoncNootopia – discount code: biohackerbabes10Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/biohacker-babes-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Jan 2, 2023 • 1h 3min
Peptides for Weight Loss, Energy, Inflammation, HPA Axis function, general wellness, and more l Peptide Therapy with Dr. Jacey Folkers of Get Blokes
In this episode, we had the pleasure of talking with Dr. Jacey Folkers on the hot topic of peptides! He is one of the co-founders of Blokes and ChooseJoi, which offer diagnostic lab testing, advanced peptides therapies, hormone optimization and lifestyle enhancements to offer a top to bottom approach to help people maximize their health and vitality. We take a deep dive on the use of Semaglutide for weight loss and blood sugar control, who it’s for (and not for!), how it suppresses appetite and food cravings, how the dosing works, and it’s potential for long-term use. Dr. Folkers also shares his top peptides for low energy, brain fog and chronic pain. Dr. Jacey Folkers is a doctor of chiropractic, functional medicine practitioner, author, and educator. He is a graduate of the University of Nebraska at Lincoln with a degree in Exercise Science and Sports Medicine studies. Dr. Folkerscompleted his Doctorate degree in Chiropractic from Cleveland Chiropractic College. He has completed postgraduate studies in areas of clinical nutrition, rehabilitative exercise, and functional medicine. He has owned and/or operated several clinics across the country that emphasized and specialized in areas of treatment including hormone replacement therapy, peptide therapy, regenerative medicine, weight loss, cognitive therapies, thyroid conditions, autoimmunity, diabetes, functional testing, and DNA testing. Dr. Folkers has worked with a wide variety of patients all the way from professional athletes working to increase performance to the everyday person with various chronic health challenges. He is the creator of his own methodology of treatment referred to as "The RISEN Method" in which he used to help countless patients reclaim their health with his unique functional medicine approach. Using a holistic and root cause approach, he addresses core underlying barriers to health which allows individuals to thrive and live their best lives. Dr Folkers is one of the Co-Founder of Blokes and ChooseJoi. They offer diagnostic lab testing, advanced peptide therapies, hormone optimization and lifestyle enhancements to offer a top to bottom approach to maximizing health and vitality. He is a girl-dad to 6 amazing daughters, 3 grand-kids and also a husband to an awesome wife. And he loves Biohacking!!SHOW NOTES:0:55 Welcome to the Season 8!2:40 Is this the magic pill?3:53 Dr. Jacey Folker’s Bio4:58 Welcome Dr Jacey to the show!6:13 Why are peptides so popular now?8:51 How do peptides suppress appetite?11:28 Changes in hunger, satiety & cravings with peptides13:11 Are there prerequisites for Peptide therapy?15:06 Who this is NOT for15:18 Metformin vs Semaglutide17:25 Assessing blood chemistry & metabolic markers18:57 Gut dysfunction in endurance athletes19:45 What metabolic status is enough for qualification?21:00 Timeline for dosing22:35 *Silverbiotics Ad*25:45 Are there long-term side effects?27:23 Renee’s experience with The HCG Diet30:02 How the dosing/dosage works32:00 Lauren’s story about too much Semaglutide33:15 How much weight can people lose?36:29 The pillars of sleep & exercise39:55 Case studies with contraindications43:39 Peptides for energy & brain function48:13 Micronutrient considerations50:18 Peptides for Liver support & detoxification51:40 Supporting HPA Axis53:55 BPC-157 Peptide for healing58:37 How people can get started1:00:35 His final piece of advice1:01:41 Thanks for tuning in!RESOURCES:Dr Jacey FolkersBlokes Wellness (for men)IG: GetBlokesChooseJoi (for women)IG: Joi Women's WellnessSilverBiotics Discount code: BIOHACKERBABESSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/biohacker-babes-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands