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Dr. Will Cole on the Epidemic Killing a Generation 

Today we are with Dr. Will Cole, a leading functional medicine expert and practitioner.  Dr. Cole is one of the top 50 functional doctors, specializing in investigating underlying factors of chronic disease and creating an approach for thyroid issues, autoimmune conditions, hormonal imbalances, digestive disorders, and brain problems.

In this episode we discuss the role grief plays in the healing process and how addressing trauma can enhance your well-being, the gut-brain connection, the perfect diet for optimal health, the damaging effects of social media in the health space, and the epidemic killing our generation. 

Topics:

0:00 Dr. Will Cole’s background

2:52 The difference between Traditional and Functional medicine 

8:11 Medical errors and misdiagnosis 

10:35 Food is medicine 

15:01 Dr. Cole’s perfect diet

19:21 The effects of trauma on our health

25:02 The gut-brain connection 

31:35 Emotional eating 

36:37 Social media and the noise online 

38:32 The carnivore diet 

43:33 What you need and don't. Navigating the supplement isle.

48:14 Dr. Cole's lesson 

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Dr. Vincent Pedre on the Transformative Power of Plant Medicine 

Dr. Vincent Pedre is a Board-Certified Internist and Functional Medicine expert. His mission is to transform your health, through gut health, mindset, biohacking, and plant medicine. With over two decades of experience in Western and Eastern medical traditions, he provides a personalized pathway to wellness.

In this episode we dive into his journey with plant medicine and the link between chronic disease and our energy.

Episode Highlights

:50 Dr. Pedro’s Background 

8:30 Introduced to Plant Medicine

16:20 The Death of the Ego?

23:18 The Blocks Holding You Back

28:48 The Layers of Health

32:42 You Cannot Health a Stressed Body

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If you've ever been single, wondered if you'll ever meet the love of your life, questioned the concept of 'the one', or want to improve your long-term relationship: this episode is for you.

Jillian Turecki is a certified relationship coach, teacher, and writer who for 20 years has taught others how to transform their relationships with themselves and their partners. 

She has studied psychology, yoga, meditation, & somatic practices, and brings together this ancient wisdom and modern insights to her approach.

In this episode we discuss…

0:55 Jillian’s Background 

2:16 The most important relationship: Yourself 

9:27 Are your standards keeping you single?

15:27 Growing apart and losing connection 

17:30 How to attract the right partner 

22:00 Fighting styles 

25:27 Love and Dating Apps 

30:08 Money and Sex in Relationships 

42:02 Toxic relationships 

44:53 Love Languages

53:05 Red Flags

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Carolina Reis PhD on Reversing Aging and Keeping Skin Healthy

Carolina Reis, holds a Ph.D. in stem cell biology and tissue engineering, is a co-inventor of 5 patents and co-author of numerous scientific publications. She relocated from Brazil to Silicon Valley to found OneSkin, a fast-growing longevity company developing products to promote skin age reversal by targeting a central driver of aging, the accumulation of senescent cells. 

In this episode, we dive into everything that you need to know to skin aging: products to avoid, Carolina’s top skincare tips, why we age, and MORE

Episode Highlights:

1:20 Carolina’s Background 

10:59 The OneSkin Line 

14:01 What are Zombie Cells? Why Do They Cause Aging and Disease?

19:55 The OS-01 Peptide’s Magic

24:50 Shocking Discoveries in Skincare

30:25 Melasma and Hyperpigmentation 

45:12 Carolina’s Skincare Tips

48:50 Effect of Environmental Toxins and UV Exposure 

54:32 Carolina’s Greatest Lesson

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Dr. John Kim is a highly regarded functional medicine pharmacist and a leading voice in the fields of health, wellness, and preventative medicine. Driven by a personal health journey, Dr. Kim is dedicated to uncovering the root causes of chronic illnesses. 

In this episode we discuss 

• Signs and symptoms that might suggest you have mold exposure
• The significance of cellular health in addressing any health issue
• You have parasites, but do you really need a parasite cleanse?
• What to do preconception through postpartum to support your fertility and child’s health 
• & MORE

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Today on Biohack-it we are sat with Carline Van Hove, President and CEO of Revelle Aesthetics, a Silicon Valley-based FermTech company focused on innovating smart solutions that address the root cause of women’s aesthetics - starting with cellulite.

In this episode we discuss what exactly is cellulite, the emotional impact of cellulite, and does anything really work?

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Disclaimer:

Avéli® is indicated for long-term reduction in the appearance of cellulite in the buttocks and thigh areas of adult females as supported by clinical data demonstrating treatment benefits through one year of observation. The most common side effects reported were mild pain within the first 24 hours and bruising and tenderness to the touch which typically resolved within 30 days. Some patients returned to normal activities within one day of the procedure and most within a week. As with any medical procedure, there are risks associated with the procedure. Consult with your physician for full safety information. Individual results will vary. 

Emanuele E. Cellulite: advances in treatment: facts and controversies. Clin Dermatol. 2013;31(6):725-30.

Stevens WG, et al. Aesthet Surg J. 2023;43(4):455-466

AVÉLI® is a registered trademark of Revelle Aesthetics, Inc. BOTOX® is a registered trademark of Allergan, Inc., an Abbvie Company. All rights reserved

Dr. Jolene Brighten on PMS, Libido, Hormonal Imbalances & MORE

Dr. Jolene Brighten is a board certified naturopathic endocrinologist, clinical sexologist, and leader in women’s medicine. 

In this episode we discuss the root cause of low libido, why doctors are managing PCOS with the pill, how to eat right in each phase of your cycle, and MORE.

Episode Highlights: 

0:00 Who is Dr. Jolene Brighten 

1:17 Sexual libido and hormones 

4:04 The link between stress/ cortisol and your libido 

8:15 Trauma on Hormone and Sexual Health

31:40 Understanding PCOS and Insulin Dysregulation

33:57 Fixing PCOS with the Pill?

39:04 Thyroid Problems in Women

49:48 The importance of Fiber

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Dr. Anna Cabeca on Menopause, Generational Trauma, and Endocrine Disruptors 

Dr. Anna Cabeca is triple board certified OBGYN, Integrative, and Regenerative medicine expert.  In her 30s, Dr. Anna's health took a turn and she fell into premature menopause. Through a combination of modern medicine and holistic practices, she reversed her premature menopause at 41.

In this episode we discuss tips for thriving through menopause, the effect of generational trauma on our hormones, and hormone disrupters found in our every day life. 

Episode Highlights

0:28 Who is Dr. Anna Cabeca?

3:45 How Dr. Anna reversed her own early menopause

9:40 What is Menopause and Perimenopause 

12:43 PMS is not normal? The link between hormonal imbalances and PMS

14:38 The birth control pill for masking symptoms as a one size fits all pill

20:30 The Devils Pitchfork to Women’s Health

21:57 Bioidentical Hormone Therapy 

29:38 The Hormonal Hierarchy 

32:50 Each hormone and their importance 

39:03 The effect of trauma on hormones

42:58 Generational Trauma 

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Dr. Elina Berglund is the CEO and co-founder of Natural Cycles - the world’s first, and only, app to be certified as a contraception both in Europe and in the US. In this episode, we discuss hormones, contraception, mental health, anxiety, postpartum depression and various other women's health topics.

0:52 Dr. Elina’s Background and What is Natural Cycles 

3:50 Medical Gaslighting in Women’s Health

8:30 The Natural Cycles Algorithm 

10:50 The Effects of Hormonal Birth Control

17:41 The Different Cycles

20:18 Navigating Postpartum 

27:01 Why is Women’s Health not a Priority?

30:33 The Future of Women’s Health

30:32 Preparing for Menopause 

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You all asked for it, so we are here to deliver. This week on Biohack-it we are diving back into plastic surgery with industry leaders Dr. Neinstein and Dr. Pierre. 

Neinstein Plastic Surgery is leading the charge from their incredible Mommy Makeovers to the Athletic BBL, their focus is on helping already fit women get rid of that last piece of stubborn fat. In this episode we talk about everything from choosing the right surgeon, preparing for operation, post-op recovery hacks, and so much more…

0:00 Who is Neinstein Plastic Surgery?

3:17 Choosing the right surgeon 

5:35 Preparing for surgery, what should you be doing pre-op?

8:15 Branding as a surgeon 

10:04 Rising trend of men in plastic surgery 

12:25 The constant pursuit of improvement 

14:05 Trading integrity for social media following 

17:50 Ab etching and the Mommy makeover 

21:48 Biohacks for recovery, navigating post-op 

25:44 Humility in Plastic surgery 

29:30 Dr. Pierre and Dr. Neinstein’s favorite thing to do in the operating room

31:55 Fat transfer: for shaping or volume?

33:23 Work culture in New York versus Miami

37:33 The athletic BBL

40:25 Closing tradition 

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Today we are with Michelle Shapiro, a Registered Dietitian, a Certified Functional Nutrition and Lifestyle Practitioner, and a Patient Advocate born and raised in NYC. She works with 1000s of clients to reverse their anxiety, heal longstanding gut issues, and approach weight loss in a loving way.

In this episode we discuss:

- Can you lose weight, while still living your damn life?

- Why extreme diets just don't work

- The difference between functional nutrition and regular

- The dangers of body positivity

- Mast cell activation syndrome and histamine intolerances

- and so much more

01:27 Michelle’s Background

02:30 The Gut Brain Connection

03:45 Why are Histamine Conditions on the rise?

5:50 Gluten, Dairy, and Seed Oils: What’s causing the chronic inflammation in the US

8:30 How Michelle helps her patients holistically

10:04 What is functional nutrition, is there such thing as root cause?

14:04 Detox and Parasite work, doing it right

17:19 The effect of ultra processed foods

26:40 Healthy stress, when is it needed and when to avoid it

31:04 Protein deficiency, how much protein do we need?

37:05 Food shaming vs. People shaming

40:00 Our The Gut Microbiome and Probiotics

For more from Michelle, you can find her on Instagram at @michelleshapirord or her website, www.michelleshapirord.com. You can find her podcast Quiet The Diet wherever you listen to podcasts.

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Plastic Surgery Secrets Revealed: Beyond the Botox, Fillers, and Procedures This week we are diving into all things facial plastic surgery and holistic health with the esteemed Dr. Miguel Mascaro. We explored the secrets of the plastic surgery world, completely unfiltered, diving into non-surgical treatments that work and what is just BS. The controversies behind Botox, Fillers, and Lasers: are they really as bad as they are made out to be? Discover the impact of your daily lifestyle on your health, the supplements you actually need and what is a waste of money for healthy skin, and how genetics and ethnic background influence your health and surgical results. In this episode we discussed, 03:20 How to pick the right practitioner for you. 06:01 Non-surgical treatments that actually work 10:41 Everything you need to know about Morpheus8 13:53 The link between social media and plastic surgery 15:48 The importance of sleep, hormones, and diet 21:35 Supplements for your skin: Do you really need Collagen? 28:39 Turning away plastic surgery patients, expectations versus reality 34:05 Most common procedure: The Lip Lift 37:05 What you want, what you can have, and what looks good on you 39:13 The Brow Lift 45:55 How long does a face lift last? 53:08 Miguels famous incisions 1:00:00 Botox and Fillers: Are they really that bad? 1:06:34 Recovering from surgery holistically Sponsors BodyBio Use BIOHACKIT for 20% off your first purchase. Use IMAN for 15% off additional purchases.  OneSkin Use BIOHACKIT for 15% off your purchase.

Today we are joined with Aleena Kanner, a postural restoration therapist, diving deep into the benefits her practice has on stress, anxiety, and chronic pain. Listen in to learn more about the profound effect your posture and breath can have on your physical and mental health. 

In this episode we discuss…

00:00 Aleena’s background as a retired athlete 

09:12 Common pain seen in adults and how to navigate it

12:55 Facial asymmetries relate to body patterning

17:14 Lasik and Invisalign health risks

20:02 How premolar history impacts nervous system

24:48 The risks of our modern flat shoe society

35:28 The outdated medical industry

37:24 Good posture allows for proper breathing 

41:36 Nasal breathing benefits

44:26 Postural restoration techniques for your mental and physical health

45:58 PRI can improve facial asymmetry AND hormonal issues?

52:20 Aleena’s lesson that has carried with her 

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- Long-term effects of childhood injury

- Impact of asymmetry on health and posture

- The effect of living in a busy city

- Breathing practices to regulate the nervous system

- Link between oral health and body

- Nasal breathing for improved well-being

Today we are joined with the phenomenal Ben Azadi, the founder of Keto Camp who lost over 80lbs of pure fat that put him onto his health journey. Discover the ins and outs of the Keto Diet, including the distinctions between Dirty and Clean Keto. We also talk about topics like metabolic flexibility, intermittent fasting, and the optimal protein intake for muscle growth. The Placebo and Nocebo effect, the Gut Brain connection, and the power of mindset in shaping your health journey. In this episode we discuss… 0:00 What is the Keto Diet? 5:20 Dirty vs. Clean Keto. How to do the Keto diet right 12:02 Metabolic flexibility and cellular inflammation 15:26 Intermittent fasting, doing it right for men and women 22:05 The amount of protein you need for building muscle 23:54 The two most inflammatory foods you have to avoid 27:55 The results of a 90 day carnivore diet 30:54 Vegetables that are shredding your gut? 34:02 How to optimize your coffee consumption 36:49 The Placebo and Nocebo effect 40:38 The Gut Brain connection and importance of mindset 43:21 The power of your morning routine 46:41 The Biohacks that work and those that are just bullshit

In this episode we are joined by Dr. Jessica Peatross, former hospitalist who has voluntarily surrendered her medical license and dove into functional medicine. We discuss the reason why Dr. Jess chose to give up her medical license and turn to holistic care, the impact of Western medicine on children’s health, the link between stress, trauma, and disease: What is missing? 

In this episode…

00:00 The switch from traditional to functional medicine

07:11 The dangerous side effects of medical intervention

12:56 Doctors stuck in rut, failing to prioritize continuous learning

17:40 Mold in water-damaged buildings connection to autism

25:26 Trauma leads to nervous system dysregulation?

33:32 Balanced vagus nerve is crucial for overall wellbeing

38:45 The protocol that you need one year before pregnancy

44:29 Detoxes, toxins, and cleansing

01:02:05 Social media can be both a negative and positive impact

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