Renee Belz & Lauren Sambataro

In today's episode, we interview Dr. Casey Means, co-founder of the Metabolic Health company, Unlock Levels. Her mission is to maximize human potential and reverse the epidemic of preventable chronic disease by empowering individuals with tech-enabled tools that can inform smart, personalized, and sustainable dietary and lifestyle choices. We discuss how to holistically look at glucose levels and insulin to optimize health potential, maximize fat loss, and strengthen immune health. 1:21 Welcome to the show!2:15 Dr. Casey Means’ Bio3:12 Welcome Dr. Casey!4:23 CGMs & metabolic health5:17 The varying spectrum of Metabolic Dysfunction6:59 How Glucose COULD vs SHOULD respond to food8:54 Why so many people don’t know they have Pre-Diabetes & how to test10:24 Why Pre-Diabetes is under-diagnosed11:30 The ranges we should be aiming for11:54 STUDY: Optimal glucose ranges14:38 “Normal” vs “Optimal” lab ranges14:58 Researcher Todd Rose: “End of Average” book16:18 Behaviors leading to chronic disease16:54 Benefits of wearables for personalized healthcare19:17 There is no one-size-fits-all approach19:43 STUDY: Personalized nutrition & glycemic variability21:20 Oatmeal marketed as “heart healthy”22:38 Glycemic Index & Load myth24:54 Assessing the Gut Microbiome26:09 DayTwo stool analysis27:59 Probiotic to lower HbA1c30:14 Dietary changes for the gut microbiome + probiotics32:37 The ideal 24-glucose & insulin picture 35:27 Glucose & Inflammation35:49 Glycation problems36:44 Oxidative-stress & Free Radicals387:54 “Hills vs Mountains”38:22 What’s considered ‘normal’ (see Levels blog)40:55 “Reactive Hypoglycemia”42:10 Why we can’t burn fat!43:21 The MYTH about eating breakfast44:20 STUDY: Time-Restricted Feeding46:15 Lauren’s experience with snacking47:33 Using Biofeedback & tech48:32 Tracking glucose levels during sleep 49:57 CGM recommendations overnight51:19 STUDY: Fasting glucose & disease risk52:31 Pressure-induced sensor error55:20 The impact of exercise59:15 STUDY: Benefits of walking on glucose 1:01:42 The impact of hormetic stressors1:02:30 Working out in a fasted state1:06:15 Carb cycling & Fat adaptation1:08:10 The future of CGMs1:09:55 Risk factors for common diseases1:13:58 Risks for COVID mortality1:15:44 Her one piece of advice1:17:41 Where you can find Dr. Casey1:19:02 Thanks for tuning in!RESOURCES:Levels Health Website Levels Health BlogUnlock Levels:IG: https://www.instagram.com/unlocklevels/Twitter: https://twitter.com/unlocklevelsDr Caseys Kitchen: IG: https://www.instagram.com/drcaseyskitchen/Twitter: https://twitter.com/DrCaseysKitchenPendulum ProbioticsKetoMojoFasting Apps: Zero & Life:LIFE AppZero AppSTUDIES & ARTICLES:HVMN Carb Cycling article for AthletesPersonalized Nutrition by Prediction of Glycemic ResponsesContextualising Maximal Fat Oxidation During ExerciseBreaking Prolonged Sitting Reduces Postprandial Glycemia in Healthy, Normal-weight AdultsCreating an Optimal Diet by Tracking Glucose with a Continuous Glucose Monitor (CGM)Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/biohacker-babes-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

James Swanwick joins us to share the incredible health and lifestyle benefits from living an alcohol-free lifestyle, along with his favorite biohacks for optimizing sleep and circadian rhythm. Fact: you don't need to be an alcoholic in order for alcohol to negatively impact your life! James explains how to calculate the true financial loss from drinking, and how you can socialize without alcohol, and why your party host doesn't care if you drink or not.SHOW NOTES:1:20 Welcome to the show!1:31 James’ Bio2:16 Welcome James!2:54 Swannies Blue Light Blockers5:15 The problem with blue light at night7:29 Lauren’s experience with stage lights on Broadway8:20 How light has changed our health10:24 Candlelight & Melatonin11:33 The impact of social conditioning12:35 Renee’s sleep schedule13:04 Lauren’s sleep chronotype & hacks13:46 James’ sleep chronotype & routine16:15 His journey to becoming alcohol-free20:11 “You don’t need to be an alcoholic”20:35 The sneaky ways in which alcohol affects you23:56 Renee’s experience going alcohol-free25:06 The success of the 30-Day Program25:25 “Project 90” for Business Entrepreneurs28:38 Quantifying alcohol & sleep with the OURA Ring29:13 The health benefits of going alcohol-free29:53 James’ goal to touch his toes!31:03 The importance of tracking & quantifying31:58 What you’re not generating (lost revenue)33:28 The expense of getting sick36:05 Doing the math on productivity gained38:20 Social conditioning for alcohol & drinking40:17 "Smiling Assassins"43:17 How you can socialize without alcohol45:07 The only drug you need to justify49:22 Celebrities that don’t drink54:52 Why AA doesn’t work57:52 "Energy goes where money flows"1:02:14 His one piece of advice for takeaway1:03:36 Where to find James1:05:38 Thanks for tuning in!RESOURCES:3-Day Challenge30-Day No Alcohol ChallengeProject 90Swanwick GlassesAlcohol-Free Lifestyle PodcastOura RingRCVR Sleep Tincture - use code BIOHACKERBABE for 20% offConnect with James:FacebookTwitterInstagramYouTubeLinkedInSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/biohacker-babes-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Dr. Andrew Hill is a neuroscientist, entrepreneur, and biohacking advocate. He holds a PhD. in Cognitive Neuroscience from UCLA, and is best known for his mission to bring the brain-hacking technology of neurofeedback into mainstream practice. In this episode we discuss brain mapping, retraining cognitive function, breaking down addiction and tolerance, and how to effectively reset your circadian rhythm with light and food.SHOW NOTES:1:22 Welcome to the show!1:56 Dr. Hill’s Bio3:15 What is Neurofeedback?5:22 Beta vs Theta brain waves7:14 Neurofeedback Sessions8:53 Sudoku vs Meditation10:05 What exactly is meditation?10:22 “Present-time awareness”11:35 “Single-point Awareness”12:25 Meta “Heart-Mind Awareness”15:32 His brain-biohacking rules17:49 Brain-Mapping (Quantitative EEG)19:14 Anterior-Cingulate features21:11 Posterior-Cingulate features21:59 Creating agency over your own brain function24:19 Genetics and Cognitive expression26:35 The Mapping Cap30:35 Mapping Biohackers + Stimulants33:04 Recovery time on Neurofeedback34:19 Traumatic Brain Injuries & Brain Fog41:15 Addiction and the brain42:45 Coffee vs other stimulants45:29 Reversing cannabis tolerance48:40 Peak Brain’s Nootropic49:27 The problem with melatonin51:21 Why light isn’t as dangerous as we think52:19 Circadian Rhythm & Food Rules58:31 Glycation & Oxidation with Aging1:00:18 How Neurofeedback was discovered!1:03:56 Working with Chronic Pain patients1:10:10 His one piece of advice for takeaway1:10:27 Inaccuracies with sleep trackers1:15:03 Thanks for tuning in!RESOURCES:Website: Peak Brain InstituteTwitter: @PeakBrainLAFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/PeakBrainInstituteInstagram: @PeakBrainLAYouTube: Peak Brain Channel LinkedInSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/biohacker-babes-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

As biohackers, and as women with a curiosity for optimal performance, we have found that using CGMs (Continuous Glucose Monitors) provides so much practical information to help personalize our wellness & nutrition. The glycemic responses are not just reactive and relative to food, but to exercise, stress, sleep, emotional and even environmental factors. In this episode we share the basics on glucose testing, what causes spikes and drops in our glucose, and a comparison of our genetics for blood sugar imbalance risk factors.SHOW NOTES:1:21 Welcome to the show!2:22 What is a CGM?4:07 Accessibility of these devices7:26 Why should you want a CGM?8:57 Additional benefits of glucose monitoring10:49 Glucose goals for non-diabetics12:16 Look for daily trends13:07 Looking at genetic factors13:26 Lauren’s genetic report14:56 Renee’s genetic report17:52 Our experiences thus far with a CGM19:15 The effects of alcohol on blood glucose21:11 Disassociating hunger from low blood sugar22:20 The biggest cause of blood glucose spikes!24:18 Metabolic Typing & Oxidation status24:48 Zac Efron’s trip to Sardinia25:45 Infrared Sauna & HIIT training27:37 Lauren’s biggest trigger29:32 Lauren’s most useful hack32:36 Digging into emotional stress34:52 Eating when stressed35:26 Exercise & blood glucose36:07 Supplementation for glucose control38:36 Thanks for joining us today!RESOURCES: Levels HealthNutriSenseFour Sigmatic - use code BIOHACKERBABES for 15% offArticle: What does alcohol do to my glucose levels?Supplement: Kion Lean - use code BioBabes15 for 15% offSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/biohacker-babes-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Dr. Jeoffrey Drobot is the founder of The American Center For Biological Medicine, the US's premier destination for optimizing Personalized Health Performance and home to the world's most advanced biological medical and biohacking technologies today. His goal is to RESTORE, REVITALIZE and OPTIMIZE his patient's anti-aging quotient and quality of life. Today he shares with us the history and future of biological medicine, top biohacks for athletes, his thoughts on analyzing personal health data, and why veterinarians are the best doctors.SHOW NOTES:1:21 Welcome to the show!2:30 Dr. Drobot’s Bio3:27 Welcome Dr. Drobot!4:19 What’s going during the shutdown6:08 Where medicine is headed8:51 The concerns in women’s health13:31 The emergence of wearables14:24 Tanning beds: the original biohack?16:36 His introduction to a different type of medicine 19:30 What is Biological Medicine?21:50 How he learned about Biological Medicine24:47 What is Biohacking to you?32:32 Assessments & Tools at the BioMed Center32:43 Adding in Biological Dentistry36:52 Analyzing your data & quantification41:05 The trouble with too much information42:25 Never forget the basics!44:16 Veterinarians as the best doctors45:35 His top Biohacks for athletes48:19 Are masks a concern right now?52:05 His #1 piece of advice54:27 Where to find Dr. Drobot54:53 Thanks for tuning in!RESOURCES:Instagram: Dr. DrobotFacebook: Dr. DrobotInstagram: The American Center for Biological MedicineAmerican Center for Biological Medicine website Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/biohacker-babes-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Our guest Daniel DeBaun, co-founder and CEO of Defender Shield, shares the science behind many of the technologies we use today and the potential dangers of Electromagnetic Frequencies (EMFs), such as immune suppression, heart cancer and ADD. He also shares his top tips you can start practicing today to protect yourself and your loved ones, and how a simple trick can lower your exposure immediately.SHOW NOTES:1:21 Welcome to the show1:55 Daniel DeBaun’s Bio3:18 Welcome Dan!3:52 How he got started in the industry5:35 Radiation Nation book8:11 The cover-up & controversy10:00 Digging into the research12:06 Link to frontal lobe & heart cancers13:02 Neurological impact & changes on kids14:00 Correlated biological changes with EMFs15:57 STUDY on pregnant women17:08 Power of WiFi & cell phones19:14 Cell phone & impact on egg health & fertility21:01 Fitness wearables & Bluetooth23:25 Constant cell-phone transmission24:19 Socially-distant tech25:11 What exactly is EMF radiation?27:30 WiFi vs 4G/5G30:05 4G + Immune suppression & Gut microbiome34:16 Electromagnetic Hypersensitivity35:15 The Cell Danger Response37:28 Evidence about cell phone to brain disruption39:23 EMFs blocking melatonin response44:22 The downside of EMF meters46:09 Tops tips to protect yourself 47:25 Defender Shield solutions49:54 How shielding protects you from EMFs52:22 Dan’s one piece of advice53:55 Do other EMF protectors work?55:45 Thanks for joining us!RESOURCES:Book: Radiation NationDefenderShield.com - use code BIOHACKERBABES for 20% offIG: Defender ShieldSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/biohacker-babes-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Eileen Durfee, owner of Creatrix Solutions, joins us to discuss the dangers of spending too much time indoors and her favorite biohacks for us to create healthier environments, such as negative ion generators, infrared saunas and ozonated water.SHOW NOTES:1:21 Welcome to the show!2:00 Eileen Durfee’s Bio2:30 Welcome Eileen!2:43 Life during quarantine3:18 Shift towards healthier habits4:12 Top products during Covid-194:44 Hair Mineral Tissue Analysis6:55 Biohacker behavior in the extremes7:50 Eileen’s health journey9:30 Intense detox reactions9:53 Biohacks she used to heal12:01 What she learned from her mother’s illness12:33 Relationship to the Bubble-boy13:41 Multiple Chemical Sensitivity (MCS)14:11 Her experience with The Rotation Diet14:56 Multi-Wave Oscillator16:06 Daily infrared saunas17:21 Air pollution & Negative ions19:45 The Breathe Safe device20:14 LAX Airport air quality21:36 Measuring toxins in sweat23:00 Classifying saunas in Europe27:32 Near, Mid & Far Infrared29:08 Dangers of being indoors32:00 Mask-wearing & your immune system33:16 Copper’s anti-viral properties35:30 Vitamin D status & COVID38:27 Toxic Exposure standards & regulations40:10 Ionic Refresher device41:36 Mold toxicity in the home42:52 “Too many toxins, not enough nutrients”45:08 Depression & Blue Light/Positive Ions46:09 Her tips for getting started49:33 The power of Ozone & Ozonated Water54:26 Eileen’s newest invention (Coming Soon!)57:10 Her #1 free biohack57:57 Thanks for tuning in!RESOURCES:Website: Creatrix SolutionsIG: Creatrix SolutionsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/biohacker-babes-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

SUMMARY:Genetic reports and variants that make one more susceptible to SARS-CoV2, a personal reflection, and our tips for managing a more stressful and sedentary lifestyle during 2020.SHOW NOTES:1:21 Welcome to season 3!3:43 Renee’s experience with COVID-196:09 OURA Ring research 7:04 Renee’s immune supplement protocol9:38 Related genetic factors9:59 "Healthy people can't get COVID"10:50 Genetic susceptibility 13:13 Found My Fitness Viral Reports14:35 Comparing our genetic SNPs15:49 Renee’s perspective on getting sick16:42 Correlation with Vitamin D deficiency18:00 Washing your mask18:19 Analogy about wearing the same mask every day18:40 FREE Biohacks to protect yourself19:40 Driving a car while wearing a mask20:34 Health effects of sugar & alcohol20:50 Almsbio Glutathione supplement22:25 Correlation between immunity & weight gain25:03 Time-Restricted Eating (or Feeding)25:41 COVID-19 & Fasting27:10 Snacking27:30 Contraindications for fasting28:13 Are you really hungry?30:33 Tips for hydration31:35 The stress connection32:17 How to prioritize your sleep32:59 Our favorite sleep hacks35:19 Study on sleep deprivation35:32 Lauren's experience with her CGM36:30 The dangers of Inflammation37:55 Understanding your body's stress response to food39:26 Eliminating toxic oils40:33 Emotional eating & Stress42:12 Favorite Biohacks for Stress43:22 Sit less, move more!45:09 “Strike, shiver & stroll” weight loss hack46:21 Biohacker Babes 7-Day Challenge48:27 Sneak peek of our upcoming guests!50:02 Thanks for tuning in!RESOURCES:OURA Ring & COVID-19 StudyOURA RingNebulizerSunlighten Infrared SaunaSauna use to prevent Covid-19FoundMyFitness.com Dr. Mercola: Vitamin D deficiency & COVID-19App: DMinderalmsbio.com - 15% off with code EMPOWER15*After July 31st, code HEALTHYLIVING10 for 10% offResearch on weight gain during quarantine - add studyIncrease in antidepressants prescriptionsKion AminosDUTCH Hormone PanelThyroid Panel - YourLabWorkDaily Harvest ice cream - use this link for $25 offSwanwickDayTwo TestViome - use code BIOHACKERBABES for $10 offKetoMojo Thrive Market: Olive oil, Avocado oil, Coconut oil & GheeBrain.FMMuse HeadphonesBrainTapActivity tracker app: StravaBiohacker Babes 7-Day ChallengeSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/biohacker-babes-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

We're wrapping up Season 2 with a recap of our favorite biohacks in 2020 and the overall biggest takeaways from all of our incredible guests this year.  Lessons on everything from various gut tests, experimenting with nootropics, fasting for women (and everyone!), supplementing with NAD, rewiring the brain, wellness minimalism, and so much more!SHOW NOTES:1:21 Welcome to the show!2:53 Our experience with DayTwo testing5:35 Renee’s Viome results7:43 Lauren’s CGM experience9:23 Stress & blood sugar link10:55 Effects of fasting11:37 Experimenting with NAD13:16 Apollo Neuroscience band14:10 WHOOP Band16:43 Season 2 lessons from the experts18:28 Gut & Brain connection18:58 Blue Cannatine with Dr. Scott Sherr21:01 Nootropic episodes23:44 Brain Wash with Dr. Perlmutter24:34 Food decisions aren’t are fault25:13 NeuFit with Rich Dougherty27:30 Kettlebell specialist, John Parker29:05 Food template with the Natural Nutritionist30:55 JustThrive probiotics with Tina Anderson32:00 Sexual biohacking with Susan Bratton33:54 Fasting with Kelsey Hess35:18 Concussion recovery with Dasha Maximov35:50 Women’s biohacking movement37:25 Lauren Berlingeri with Higher Dose40:35 Psychedelics with the Wellness Witch43:43 Breathwork with Sage Rader46:25 Biohacking with Freddie Kimmel48:08 Brain health & plant medicine with Dr. DiMarco50:43 What do you want to hear?51:55 Thanks for tuning in! Resources:BB 7-Day ChallengeDayTwo TestViome - $10 off with code: BIOHACKERBABESQS NAD+ GoldApollo NeuroscienceWHOOPOura RingTroscriptions - 10% off with code: BIOHACKERBABESFindMyFormula - 20% off with code: BIOHACKERBABESMemento Brain Wash bookNeuFit & The NEUBIEJohn Parker’s websiteSteph Lowe’s websiteJustThrive - Discount Code: BIOHACKERBABESSusan Bratton’s website WHealthCo’s website Higher Dose website IG: @TheWellnessWitchSage’s website/Breath ChurchIG: Freddie KimmelDr. Michael DiMarcoSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/biohacker-babes-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Dr. Scott Sherr of Smarter Not Harder and Troscriptions joins us to discuss the formulation behind Blue Cannatine, a proprietary nootropic supplement, and how it's ingredients can be used to fight hypoxia, viral infections, cognitive decline, and so much more. Blue Cannatine is the first Troscriptions product to market with more coming soon!Dr. Sherr is a Board Certified Internal Medicine Physician Certified to Practice Health Optimization Medicine (HOMe) and a specialist in Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT). He is the cofounder of HOMe-SF and is the COO of Smarter Not Harder, the company behind Troscriptions.SHOW NOTES:1:20 Welcome to the show!1:58 Dr. Scott Sherr’s Bio2:57 Welcome Dr. Scott!3:35 How “troches” work4:56 Going “full smurf”5:20 Making a medical-grade product7:07 Marketing the blue tongue8:20 Ingredients in Blue Cannatine8:49 Nicotine as a nootropic10:03 History of Methylene Blue12:03 Methylene Blue & Vitamin C13:21 Treating infections with MB14:41 UV light & Viruses14:57 Methylene Blue’s role in the Mitochondria16:12 Anti-oxidant, Anti-Fungal, Anti-Viral properties16:59 Mitochondrial support17:28 MB as an Antidepressant 18:28 Mechanisms of cognitive enhancement19:10 Benefits of adding CBD20:06 Optimizing your health before supplementing21:42 Dosing & Titration23:45 Renee’s experience26:05 Central Executive Network26:37 Lauren’s experience27:54 Caffeine metabolism29:40 Nootropics for meditation31:42 Methylene Blue and Teeth31:05 Addiction & Tolerance35:23 Benefits with physical activity37:17 Supplementing post-workout38:32 Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT)41:17 HBOT Study in Israel41:56 The “holistic picture”42:57 HBOT & COVID-1944:28 Case report on COVID patients45:06 Nicotine research47:27 HBOT & Hypoxia47:53 HBOT treatment recommendations49:40 Contraindications for HBOT51:06 Contraindications for Blue Cannatine52:53 New product coming soon!53:01 Where you can learn more56:23 Dr. Scott’s one piece of advice58:14 Thanks for tuning in!RESOURCES:Instagram: @TroscriptionsInstagram: @drscottsherrTroscriptions websiteBB Discount code: BIOHACKERBABESFacebook Group: Blue Cannatine usersBen Greenfield/HBOT ArticlePetter Attia & Methylene Blue podcast NeurohackersJoe Cohen/Self HackedSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/biohacker-babes-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands