Renee Belz & Lauren Sambataro

Is chronic stress holding you back from achieving optimal health? Today we dive into the symptoms of chronic stress, how cortisol can inhibit weight loss and immunity, testing options to assess HPA-axis dysregulation, and our top biohacks to manage stress right away.SHOW NOTES:1:20 Welcome to Season 4!2:24 Stress, adrenals & cortisol2:59 Statistics on stress3:52 Common symptoms of chronic stress4:27 “Wired and Tired”6:18 What is cortisol & it’s role in the body8:13 “Cortisol Belly”9:35 Exercise as stress reduction?11:16 Adrenal glands12:00 Hypothalamic-Pituitary-Adrenal Axis13:42 Chronic vs Acute Stress or Hormesis15:50 Dr. Alan Christianson’s Adrenal Quiz16:29 Different types of stress18:52 Hormesis & Good stress19:45 Environmental stressors20:23 Stealth infections22:04 Stress & Resilience23:00 The perception of stress23:59 Starting with the basics 25:42 Check your stress bucket26:04 Lab Testing options27:20 Heart Rate Variability testing28:14 “Working in” vs “Working out”29:24 Lauren’s experience with chronic cardio32:16 Balancing blood sugar35:30 Hidden stressors for weight loss36:10 The importance of testing37:41 Other tips for stress reduction38:39 Toxin-free lifestyle39:51 Supplements for stress43:31 “Test, don’t guess”44:51 Coming up in Season 445:16 Thanks for tuning in! RESOURCES:Dr. Alan Christianson’s Adrenal QuizBB Episode #4 – Why Recovery Is More Important Than Your WorkoutBB Episode #19 - Troubleshooting Weight LossOrganic Acids Test (OAT)GI-Map TestingOURA Ring to track sleep & HRVDUTCH Testing - Email us for more infoLief TherapeuticsWHOOP BandX3 Bar BB Episodes on Blood Sugar:#55 - The Ups and Downs of Blood Sugar#58 - Controlling Blood Sugar: A Deep Dive#61 - Q&A: Blood Glucose & Gut HealthBB Episode #7 - The Dirt About Your Personal CareEWG.org - Check for environmental toxinsSupplements:BiOptimizers Magnesium Liposomal B Supreme - Use code FIRST20NOW for 20% offAdaptogens - HPA Adapt (Add AMAZON link)L-Theanine - CatecholaCalm - Use code FIRST20NOW for 20% offRCVR CBD Oil - Use code BIOHACKERBABES for 20% offSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/biohacker-babes-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

We're wrapping up season 3 with a recap of all of our incredible guests we had on our podcast, as well highlights from the top biohacking tips we discussed this year. If you missed any episodes, this is a great opportunity to figure out which episode to go back to and check out first!SHOW NOTES: 1:20 Welcome to the show!3:58 The most topical issue of the yearEp 51 - COVID Susceptibility & The Quarantine 15 (Renee’s experience)Ep 60 - Same Same, but Different (Ryan’s experience)5:58 OURA Ring Study9:11 Tracking & Testing Blood SugarEp 58 - Optimizing Blood Sugar with Dr. Casey MeansEp 61 - Q&A with Dr. Casey Means12:11 STUDY: Personalized Nutrition based on Glycemic responses14:01 Carnivore vs Vegan Diet research15:35 Advice on going Plant-based16:07 Alcohol as a Neurotoxin & Blood Sugar Disruptor16:35 The lifestyle & health “cost” of drinkingEp 57: Alcohol-Free Lifestyle with James Swanwick19:53 Blue light-blocking “Swannies”20:20 Dry Farm Wines vs Commercial winesEp 62: An Insider’s Look at the Wine Industry with Todd White24:59 Testing for Genetic VariantsEp 68: Self-Decoding Your Genetics with Joe Cohen27:15 Hacking Ketones & GlucoseEp 70: Find Your Mojo with Dorian Greenow27:51 The problem with commercial agriculture29:45 “Don’t go chasing ketones”31:40 Ixcela Wellness Test for Gut HealthEp 74: Testing the Microbiome with Erika Ebbel Angle32:41 Why you need to work with a health practitioner 33:05 Testing + Optimizing with Biofeedback33:23 EEG Brain Mapping24:39 Disassociating the brain from addiction Ep 56: Neurofeedback & Brain Health with Dr. Andrew Hill36:05 Biohacking Your Bed & SleepEp 71: EightSleep Mattress with Matteo Franceschetti38:12 Optimizing thermoregulation with tech & push notifications39:30 Heart Rate VariabilityEp 69: What Your Heart is Telling You with The BBs40:15 The toxic air we breatheEp 52: Air Pollution & Immune Dangers with Eileen Durfee41:43 How toxins affect us on the cellular level43:45 The dangers of EMFs45:28 Defender Shield products for self-protectionEp 53: EMFs & Radiation with Daniel DeBaun47:06 The power of RED LIGHTEp 66: Light Therapy Healing with Scott Kennedy47:49 “Light therapy only does one thing, but it does it really well”50:31 Interviewing fellow Health PractitionersEp 64: Beliefs & Biological Healing with Christine DioneseEp 54: Past, Present & Future of Biological Medicine with Dr. Jeoffrey DrobotEp 72: Women’s Biohacking Roundtable with Angela Foster54:27 Teaching your kids about health & biohacking54:53 Deuterium exposure & chronic diseaseEp 73: The Water Secret You Need to Know with Dr. Que Collins55:47 Biohacking cancer for humans & animals57:15 Optimizing sleep with nootropics & sleep hygiene58:00 Honoring different sleep chronotypes59:49 Signal vs Noise in the bodyEp 59: The Dirty Truth on Sleep Deprivation with Dr. Greg Kelly1:00:27 Clean supplements & foods 1:00:40 Crohn’s Disease & Post-Partum Depression1:01:19 The synergistic of effects of plant superfoodsEp 65: Clean, Toxin-Free Smoothies with Ingrid De La O1:03:53 The powerful female entrepreneurEp 67: Gut Health & Probiotics with Kiley Anderson1:06:14 A personal episode, just the two of usEp 63: Interviewing the Babes1:06:42 Key takeaways from this season1:08:28 Requesting episode topics1:09:10 Biohacker Babes’ January Challenge1:09:30 Thank you & Happy Holidays1:10:25 Thanks for tuning in!RESOURCES:Book: The Immunity FixLevels Health - Use this link to skip the waitlistSwanwickJames Swannick's Alcohol-Free programDry Farm Wines - first bottle for a penny!Self Decode Genetic Testing - Code: BIOHACKERBABES for 10% offSelfHacked - BlogKeto-MojoIxcela Wellness - Use Pro Code: RENEEBELZPeak BrainEightSleepCreatrix SolutionsDefender Shield - BIOHACKERBABES for 20% offChristine DioneseBioMed CentreNeurohacker - Code: BIOHACKERBABES for 15% offTusol Wellness - Code: BIOHACKERBABE for 15% offJetson ProbioticsTHEBIOHACKERBABES.COMSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/biohacker-babes-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Our guest today, Dr. Erika Ebbel Angle, is the CEO and co-founder of Ixcela - the Internal Fitness Company. Ixcela is the ultimate health assessment tool to deliver nutrition, supplement, mindfulness, and fitness recommendations. By assessing 11 metabolites, you will receive a baseline health score, along with a personalized health plan. Dr. Erika shares the importance of optimizing gut health when striving for overall health, why testing is so important, what these 11 metabolites found in the blood tell us about gut health and why we should all seek microbial balance in our lives.SHOW NOTES:1:21 Welcome to the show!4:11 Dr. Erika Angle’s Bio5:26 Welcome Erika6:15 Erika’s health journey8:18 The gut connection9:18 The gut-brain axis10:20 Renee’s experience with gut distress/anxiety11:07 The many manifestations of anxiety13:35 Using the test as a baseline assessment14:42 Blood tests vs Stool tests17:10 Measuring Tryptophan18:06 Comparing Ixcela to urine tests20:16 How the Ixcela test works21:35 “Test, don’t guess”23:24 Tryptophan, an essential amino acid26:04 Serotonin & Leaky gut28:30 Healing the gut30:18 You need to know the why31:05 The 11 metabolites on the test33:23 Explaining the (gut) immune system37:22 The Indole group of metabolites43:16 Purine metabolites45:51 The importance of testing47:51 What does “higher risk” really mean?50:12 “Things are constantly changing”52:08 How often to retest53:17 Renee’s Ixcela results55:13 Matching test results56:22 Interpreting & correlating the results57:48 The importance of recovery59:35 “Knowing is so important”1:03:06 Seeking a microbial balance1:09:42 Final piece of advice1:11:52 Thanks for tuning in! RESOURCES:Ixcela WebsiteOrder your test kit here - use Pro code: RENEEBELZ for a professional discount and for an extra 10% off through January 31st use code: TRANSFORM10Ixcela Sample ReportIG: Ixcela WellnessErika's Ted Talk - Your Gut MicrobiomeBook: Eat DirtSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/biohacker-babes-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Dr. Que Collins, the co-founder of the Center for Deuterium Depletion, is a leading scientist when it comes to developing and applying nutrition and metabolic therapies to treat cancer in people and pets. In this episode he shares how we are being exposed to higher levels of deuterium and why our body's ability to deplete it decreases with weight gain, age, illness and lack of quality sleep. He believes deuterium is likely responsible for almost every disease we can imagine that's plaguing in today's society and shares what we can start doing today to improve our overall health long-term.1:21 Welcome to the show!3:54 Dr. Que’s Bio5:04 Setting up today’s interview5:36 Welcome Dr. Que6:39 Deuterium Biochemistry 1018:21 The Big Bang 10:34 The foundation of all disease11:06 The Center for Deuterium Depletion 12:58 Why everyone should care about DD17:01 Our natural detox system for deuterium18:21 Wind Turbine analogy19:21 Looking at health like a bank account21:58 What can we do to reduce exposure22:52 Are donuts bad for us?25:58 The problem with our earth and food agriculture28:00 Importance of knowing your deuterium levels31:30 D-Terminator Test34:25 DD Breath Test35:34 “The healthiest people”37:30 Why humans have survived39:09 Sunshine, Vitamin D & Cholesterol40:11 Organic Acids & optimal lab values41:28 Cancer cells vs normal cells41:58 Saunas & Cancer43:16 Lauren & Renee’s experience with DD testing45:11 Groundwater info46:26 Water & ATP production47:58 The importance of proper breathing48:50 Oxygenated water50:31 Deuterium & ACE-2 Receptors51:47 How to get started52:25 Affecting brain function53:46 Water Filtration FAQ54:35 Advice for right now57:49 Warming of the planet & increasing D levels59:37 Hydrogen explained1:01:45 Supporting deuterium-depleted businesses1:02:58 New crowd-funded research program1:04:49 Anti-aging properties & living to 150 years old1:06:59 KetoPet Sanctuary1:11:59 His one piece of advice1:13:09 Thanks for tuning in!RESOURCES:The Center for Deuterium Depletion - use code BIOHACKERBABES for discountsKetoPet SanctuaryLinkedIn: Dr. Que CollinsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/biohacker-babes-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

A roundtable discussion with our friend, and fellow Kion Coach, Angela Foster! Angela is a Nutritionist and Executive Health and Performance Coach. Angela is the host of the High Performance Health Podcast, the show where she talks about everything you need to break through limits and achieve a High Performance Mind, Body and Lifestyle. Angela uses a combination of modern science and biohacking with time honored holistic practices to transform her clients’ health, energy and performance. Angela’s particular field of speciality is in optimising the expression of her clients’ individual genetics for ultimate health. Tune into our "fireside chat" as we discuss the differences in health and biohacking for women, and our personal experiences with fasting, optimizing sleep, and boosting brain function!SHOW NOTES: 1:21 Welcome to the show!2:53 Angela Foster’s Bio4:05 Welcome Angela!4:40 Biohacking for women!6:27 How Renee got into biohacking8:42 Lauren’s health journey11:30 Lauren’s experience with a vegetarian diet13:17 Lifestyle factors that coincide with going plant-based14:38 Growing up with the “Original Biohacker”17:00 Angela’s children & healthy habits19:23 Our experiences with fasting21:45 Using a CGM for glucose trends23:22 Angela’s experience with stress & fasting25:28 The most surprising glucose triggers!27:50 Renee’s glucose dips during sleep28:45 ApoE genetic variant29:50 Angela’s evening routine31:08 Lauren’s top sleep biohacks31:46 Renee’s pre-bedtime tips34:13 EMFs & Melatonin production35:45 The struggle as a caretaker37:16 DUTCH testing for cortisol39:08 Lauren’s “Adrenal Fatigue”41:17 Misunderstanding Cortisol43:34 Renee’s plan during shutdowns44:53 Lauren’s activity goals45:39 Find My Formula nootropics47:30 Troscriptions Blue Cannatine48:30 The benefits of collagen51:02 Using rosemary in coffee52:16 Mugwort for lucid dreaming55:20 2020 Holiday plans57:52 Vitamin D & Light exposure in the winter1:00:02 Thanks everyone!RESOURCES:Angela's WebsiteLevels CGM – levels.link/biohackerbabes - to skip the waitlist!Designs for Health Cannab-FS - Code: FIRST20NOW for 20% offRCVR CBD Oil – Code: BIOHACKERBABE for 20% offDUTCH Testing - contact us for more infoFind My Formula – Code: BIOHACKERBABES for 20% offTroscriptions – Code: BIOHACKERBABES for 10% OFFVital ProteinsFour Sigmatic - Code: BIOHACKERBABES for 15% OFFOrganic MugwortSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/biohacker-babes-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Matteo Franceschetti was on a quest for restorative sleep when he launched Eight Sleep, a New York-based company dedicated to fueling human potential through optimal sleep, and to turning the bed into a seamless health platform for improved health, performance, and longevity. In this episode he shares insight into thermoregulation and how it changes throughout the night, compressing your sleep window to improve sleep efficiency, and other top biohacks for personalized sleep optimization.SHOW NOTES:1:21 Welcome to the show!3:16 Cyber Monday deals3:30 Matteo’s Bio4:45 Welcome Matteo to the show!5:25 Why he cares so much about sleep7:24 Thermoregulation 10110:34 Human evolution & nature11:26 EightSleep’s thermo technology11:55 Temperature needs across different demographics13:29 EightSleep Metrics & Quantification15:24 Using data to make positive changes in lifestyle16:46 Improving sleep efficiency18:25 Compressing your sleep window19:13 The smart bed's morning "alarm"20:25 Using HRV (Heart Rate Variability) testing21:35 Matteo’s other wearables22:25 Measuring EightSleep technology’s accuracy23:02 Sleep hygiene when traveling25:53 Controlling environmental factors25:49 The future of sleep tech26:56 His nutrition plan & optimized lifestyle29:30 His favorite Biohacks33:12 What he’s learned from using a CGM33:56 Experiencing the EightSleep Mattress35:31 Tracking sleep & COVID-1936:25 Sleep Chronotypes38:20 The importance of collecting health data39:04 His one piece of advice for takeaway40:12 Where to find Matteo & Eight Sleep40:52 Thanks for tuning in!RESOURCES: Eight Sleep websiteMatteo on TwitterSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/biohacker-babes-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Dorian Greenow, the founder of KetoMojo, struggled with his own health until he discovered the power of the Ketogenic Diet. He shares the benefits of testing glucose & ketones, how ketones heal the body, the importance of changing mindset & habits around food, and how you can get started on bioindividual diet optimization today. He's on a mission to improve health for humankind and is passionate about educating the keto community.SHOW NOTES: 1:20 Welcome to the show!3:14 Dorian Greenow’s Bio4:15 Meeting at Dan Pompa’s conference5:05 His journey into wellness7:15 His “aha” moment8:42 What happens when you start a Keto diet9:00 Farm subsidies and the USDA 10:42 How ketones heal the body11:38 Ketones vs Glucose12:09 Becoming “flex-fueled”14:30 “Test, Assess, Address”16:02 His clever negotiating tactic17:11 Restaurant example18:34 Changing mindset & habits around food19:10 Diet variation & Ketosis20:02 ADHD - “a Carb problem”22:25 Eating protein & fat together24:10 The Vegetarian Dilemma26:12 The ultimate biohack27:20 Could Keto Feed the World?28:15 Joel Salatin’s work30:25 Keto-Mojo’s GKI34:33 "Testing is like archery"34:53 The optimal glucose trend35:19 The advantage of testing with a meter38:05 "Absolute feedback" & accountability39:05 The biggest worry for doctors40:17 The failure of the Ketogenic Diet41:45 The 3 Types of Ketones43:20 Ketosis & Fatty Liver Disease43:57 Understanding macronutrients46:32 Treating your health like a business49:14 Exogenous Ketones50:20 The Keto Flu53:25 More on the use of exogenous ketones55:07 The Psychology of Fasting58:16 Is it really hypoglycemia?58:53 "The little hunger vs the great hunger"1:00:25 Lauren’s experience with “low blood sugar"1:00:58 Improvement with the new meter1:03:01 Making testing affordable worldwide1:06:16 How the meters tests through blood1:07:49 Trading in your old meter1:10:27 The Ketogenic Foundation1:13:51 His one piece of advice1:15:24 Thanks for tuning in!RESOURCES: Website: Keto Mojo Ketogenic FoundationIG: Keto MojoFacebook: Dorian GreenowApp: Keto MojoSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/biohacker-babes-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

We took a deep dive into the hot topic of Heart Rate variability! What it is, why you should be testing, how to test it, using technology & biofeedback and what we've learned personally over the years.SHOW NOTES:1:21 Welcome to the show!2:20 WHAT is Heart Rate Variability?6:27 STUDY: HRV & Heart Attacks 6:48 Heart Arrhythmias7:33 Daylight Saving Time & Stress9:18 The HRV goal11:40 Considerations13:35 Athletic performance15:47 WHY test HRV?17:56 HOW to test HRV21:38 Using Biofeedback24:54 Factors that affect your number27:14 Overall tips for support28:36 OURA Ring All-Stars29:53 Our top biohacks32:41 Lauren’s HRV fail34:52 Using NEUBIE to rebound35:53 Hormesis for resiliency38:01 Useful supplements41:00 The benefits of consistency41:51 Our personal experiences44:29 Seasonal trends47:49 Renee’s alcohol hack48:48 Episode recap49:23 Thanks for tuning in!HRV CHECKLIST:TRAINING (volume, intensity, rest between workout days)LIFESTYLE (alcohol, circadian rhythm/sleep, nutrition)IMPACT OF SLEEP:HRV can drop during REM sleepHRV can increase during Deep sleepBIOLOGICAL (age, gender, genetics, health history)RESOURCES:Study: HRV as predictive factor for sudden cardiac deathHRV Testing:Oura RingWHOOP - 1st month free!HeartMath Inner BalanceLief TherapeuticsEliteHRVBiohacks:Wim Hof MethodThe Oxygen Advantage by Patrick McKeown (add Amazon link)Buteyko Breathing ExercisesNuCalmApollo Band - 15% off!HealyNeufitRCVR CBD Oil - Use code BIOHACKERBABE for 20% offQualia Night - Use code BIOHACKERBABES for 15% offBrainTapSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/biohacker-babes-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Joe Cohen, founder of SelfDecode, used genetic testing to biohack his way back to health when he couldn't find answers from traditional medicine. He shares the importance of understanding your genetics to create a personal plan that gives you the greatest results with the least amount of effort. We also dive into Th1 vs Th2 balance, lectin sensitivity, the pros and cons of a plant-based diet, and the risk assessment tool he created for learning your viral risk.SHOW NOTES: 1:21 Welcome to the show!3:47 Joe Cohen’s Bio5:38 The beginning of Joe’s journey8:02 Figuring out your own “kryptonite"10:12 Food Sensitivities10:39 The problem with “specialists"11:58 Lectin Sensitivity & Cannabinoids14:02 Dr Gundry’s work14:36 The power in knowing your genetics16:50 Immune-modulating effects of plants17:23 Th1/Th2 Balance19:10 Discussing Plant-based & Vegan diets19:36 Genes involved in Th1/Th221:37 Balancing the Th1/Th2 system23:19 The role of herbal supplements24:44 What to know about Lectin Sensitivities27:09 Explaining SelfDecode testing30:44 What do YOU want to improve?33:28 User experience: genetics & lab work37:04 Gene Packs38:20 Renee’s experience comparing labs to genes40:25 How he used to experiment with his health42:43 Our bio-individual “blueprints”43:10 Simplifying the biohacking & health efforts47:04 COVID Discussion48:54 The role of genetics51:09 Joe's genetic propensity to COVID53:22 Risk assessment tool56:38 His one piece of advice for takeaway1:01:33 SelfDecode vs SelfHacked1:02:38 Where to find him1:03:05 Thanks for tuning in!RESOURCES:SelfDecode - Use code BIOHACKERBABES for 10% offSelfHacked.comIG: SelfDecodeIG: MrBiohackerSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/biohacker-babes-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Kiley Anderson, the managing director of '87 and co-founder of Jetson, the world's first seasonal probiotic, shares her story of discrimination in the workplace, the downside of C-sections for immune health, gut health for babies and kids, and the power of probiotics for optimizing digestion.SHOW NOTES:1:20 Welcome to the show!2:45 Kiley’s Bio3:22 Welcome Kiley!3:55 How her journey began5:36 Sharing her pregnancy news10:30 Her decision to move on 12:14 How Jetson was born14:12 Disadvantages of C-section births15:15 MS & Gut health15:52 The journey to find the perfect probiotic16:57 Her trial & error with ingredients18:07 Seasonal probiotics19:02 Small-batch manufacturing20:13 Jetson’s ‘Mood’ supplement22:34 Baby (probiotic) formula23:53 Gut Recovery formula26:13 Jettie Baby for all newborns29:42 Quality control for the products31:40 Her business: ‘87 33:54 Her personal drive to optimize gut health35:58 Gut Health Quiz38:02 Check out the Jetson website!39:29 Her one piece of advice40:28 Where you can find her40:45 Thanks for tuning in!RESOURCES:JetsonJettie (just for babies)IG: JetsonIG: Jettie IG: Kiley AndersonSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/biohacker-babes-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands