32 Natural Ways To Increase Testosterone (+ Testosterone Cream Vs. Injections) - Fully Updated Re-Release
Last year I spoke at an event called "A4M" in Las Vegas. My entire presentation was focused on 32 different ways to increase testosterone naturally, with no injections or hormone replacement protocols required. I'm not against bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT), but I do think one should explore as many natural alternatives as possible first. Or, for even more bang for the buck, pair BHRT with the tactics you'll discover in this episode. A4M, which stands for "The American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine" is dedicated to the advancement of tools, technology, and transformations in healthcare that can detect, treat, and prevent diseases associated with aging. They promote the research of practices and protocols that have the potential to optimize the human aging process. The organization is also dedicated to educating healthcare professionals and practitioners, scientists, and members of the public on biomedical sciences, breakthrough technologies, and medical protocols through our advanced education entity: Metabolic Medical Institute (MMI). Their event in Vegas each year is, in my opinion, well worth checking out. Recently, in two separate papers, testosterone therapy has gotten a bad rap (Testosterone and the Cardiovascular System: A Comprehensive Review of the Clinical Literature and Age-Related Low Testosterone), and been blamed as a culprit for coronary artery disease and stroke risk, but as I discuss in my podcast with Jay Campbell, this is simply not true. As a matter of fact, in Jay's Testosterone Optimization Bible, he clearly lays out the research behind optimized testosterone levels improving heart health, optimizing cognitive function, combatting Alzheimer's disease, staving off bone loss, and much much more. My friend Carl Lenore also recently addressed some of this unfair testosterone vilification in Superhuman Radio episode #2451. Furthermore, as I explain in the introduction to this podcast, I recently began to use microdoses of testosterone cream (compounded by Dr. Craig Koniver) in the morning and evening to simulate the natural diurnal release of testosterone, and have noted a profound impact in my own energy levels and recovery (although this is not a strategy I endorse as a "bandaid" but instead the icing-on-the-cake for males in their late 30's and beyond once all other foundational practices I outline in this podcast are established). Incidentally, my wife is now using progesterone from Dr. Koniver for similar purposes. In this episode, I will review the key biomarkers for achieving peak male health, along with the most potent and effective practices for optimizing biological variables for men's fertility and longevity. I will also unveil a host of little-known biohacks proven to enhance or restore peak testosterone and libido, along with how to practically implement a blend of ancestral wisdom and modern science to amplify sexual performance. You'll discover a multimodal approach to optimizing male sexual performance, learn how to identify key biomarkers to assess male health and get the best ancient practices and modern scientific strategies that enhance or restore men's fertility and longevity. Oh, and by the way, women need testosterone too, and all these tactics will work for the ladies as well. In this episode, you'll learn... -Research I've encountered since I last spoke on this topic on the podcast...2:00 Microdosing testosterone cream (transdermal application) Simulates diurnal increase of testosterone (vs. a sudden increase via an injection) Overseen by a knowledgeable doc Morning and evening small amount of cream (not gel) Working w/ Dr. Craig Koniver My first podcast w/ Dr. Koniver Dr. Koniver's guest podcast on cortisol -Workout Strategies to Optimize Testosterone...12:43 Sprint Study: Physiological and performance changes from the addition of a sprint interval program to wrestling training Airdyne bike Elliptical trainer Lift heavy stuff Article: How Many Reps Should You Do To Build Muscle? Study: Testosterone physiology in resistance exercise and training: the upstream regulatory elements Workouts: squats, deadlifts, bench presses, Olympic lifts Article: How to Use Weight-Lifting Machines Hex bars Kettlebells Book: Body by Science by Doug McGuff Use long rest periods Study: Effects of very short rest periods on hormonal responses to resistance exercise in men Do forced reps Study: Acute hormonal responses to heavy resistance exercise in strength athletes versus nonathletes Article: 10 Tips for Proper Gym Etiquette Use your legs Vasper Study: The effect of short-term strength training on human skeletal muscle: the importance of physiologically elevated hormone levels Article: What is the Best Way to Warm Up? Article: How to Warm Up And Cool Down Avoid chronic cardio Study: Effects of strength training on submaximal and maximal endurance performance capacity in middle-aged and older men Podcast: Primal Endurance: How To Escape Chronic Cardio & Carbohydrate Dependency & Become A Fat Burning Beast -Notoriously Missing Nutrients That Drastically Affect Testosterone Levels...21:46 Magnesium Mag SRT Podcast: Magnesium Supplementation: Everything You Need To Know About Dosing Magnesium, Timing Magnesium, Forms Of Magnesium & More Vitamin D Vitamin D3 Vitamin K2 Thorne Vitamin D/K2 Book: The Magnesium Miracle by Dr. Carolyn Dean Sperti lamp Zinc Podcast with Joe Rogan Black ant extract Thorne multivitamin DHEA Article: DHEA, Steroid Cycling, Liposomes & More: Everything You Need To Know About Fringe Over-The-Counter Health Supplements That Build Muscle & Burn Fat Vaxxen Labs DHEA Creatine Thorne Creatine Boron Boron Article: The Ultimate Guide To Biohacking Your Testosterone: 17 Ways To Maximize Muscle-Building, Drive & Anti-Aging -Herbal Add-Ons...32:39 Maca powder MiCacao 75% organic dark chocolate Eurycoma Longifolia Fenugreek Pycnogenol Tribulus Terrestris -Biohacking Testosterone: Tools and Tricks That Actually Work...40:51 Electrical Muscle Stimulation Study: Rapid increase in the number of androgen receptors following electrical stimulation of the rat muscle Study: Effects of low-frequency electrical stimulation on the change of male sex hormones in normal men NES Scanner Neu.fit Red Light or Low-Lever Laser Therapy Article: I Put a Giant Red Light on My Balls to Triple My Testosterone Levels Joovv Light Article: Red Light and Near-Infrared Radiation: Powerful Healing Tools You’ve Never Heard of Study: The effects of low-level laser therapy (LLLT) on the testis in elevating serum testosterone level in rats Cold Thermogenesis Study: Serum levels of thyroid and adrenal hormones, testosterone, TSH, LH, GH and prolactin in men after a 2‐h stay in a cold room Study: In Vitro Temperature Sensitivity of DNA, RNA, and Protein Syntheses Throughout Puberty in Human Testis Study: Seasonal variations of human sperm cells among 6455 semen samples: a plausible explanation of a seasonal birth pattern Primal Cold Jetpack Pulsed Electromagnetic Fields Book: The Non-Tinfoil Guide to EMFs: How to Fix Our Stupid Use of Technology Study: Therapeutic uses of pulsed magnetic field exposure Study: The therapeutic effect of a pulsed electromagnetic field on the reproductive patterns of male Wistar rats exposed to a 2.45-GHz microwave field Study: The Effects of Cell Phone Waves (900 MHz-GSM Band) on Sperm Parameters and Total Antioxidant Capacity in Rats Study: The influence of direct mobile phone radiation on sperm quality Study: Effect of mobile telephones on sperm quality: A systematic review and meta-analysis Pulse Center FlexPulse ICES® DigiCeutical® M1 Model System ICES® DigiCeutical® A9a Model System Earth Pulse Delta Sleeper Gainswave Pycnogenol Article: How To Get All The Effects Of A Stem Cell Dick Injection…Without Actually Getting A Stem Cell Dick Injection Article: The Most Potent Natural Alternative To Viagra (and One Of The Most Shocking Biohacks I’ve Ever Done) Podcast: The Non-Pill, Natural Alternative To Viagra That Instantly Fixes Erectile Dysfunction, Boosts Drive In Men & Women, Enhances Orgasm & Much More Podcast: Sexual Biohacking With Scream Creams, Testosterone Replacement, Multiple Orgasms, Vaginal Stimulating Devices, Salad Dressings For Better Erections & More Platelet Rich Plasma Injections (PRP) Study: Our experience in the treatment of priapism P-shot O-shot Study: The Effectiveness of Platelet-Rich Plasma in the Treatment of Tendinopathy: A Meta-analysis of Randomized Controlled Clinical Trials Stem Cells Article: Shooting Up Stem Cells With Ben Greenfield – The “Down The Rabbit Hole” Video Article: Amniotic Stem Cell Injections, Advanced Muscle Integration Technique, High Dose Vitamin C Therapy & More: A Health Hacking Journey -Mistakes You're Probably Making That Impact Testosterone and Fertility...51:03 Underestimating the nasties of plastic Podcast: Estrogeneration: How Estrogenics Are Making You Fat, Sick, and Infertile Article: How to Protect Your Body from the Ten Hidden Killers in Your Home (Fully Updated Version) Article: Endocrine Disruptors Study: Endocrine-Disrupting Chemicals: Associated Disorders and Mechanisms of Action Study: Disruption of LH-induced testosterone biosynthesis in testicular Leydig cells by triclosan: Probable mechanism of action Activated charcoal filter Reverse Osmosis Thinking “Avoid Chronic Cardio” Means “Don’t Move Too Much” Study: Physically active men show better semen parameters and hormone values than sedentary men Study: Endurance Training Decreases Serum Testosterone Levels in Men without Change in Luteinizing Hormone Pulsatile Release Study: Reproductive hormonal profiles of endurance-trained and untrained males Study: Increased physical activity has a greater effect than reduced energy intake on lifestyle modification-induced increases in testosterone Tri-Ripped Triathlon Dominator Obstacle Dominator Eating too often Study: Pituitary-testicular axis in obese men during short-term fasting Study: Reproductive Function during Fasting in Men Thinking You’re Immune To EMF Book: The Non-Tinfoil Guide to EMFs: How to Fix Our Stupid Use of Technology DefenderShield Ejaculating Too Much Article: Taoist Ejaculation Formulas Sun Simiao Article: Ejaculation May Lower Prostate Cancer Risk Ignoring The Power Of Sex Article: How To Get Fit For Sex Jordan Gray's website Book: The Multi-Orgasmic Man: Sexual Secrets Every Man Should Know Eating Gluten -Best Ways to Track and Test Male Hormones...1:00:01 Blood Panel Saliva Panel Urine Panel -And much more! If you'd like this comprehensive list of resources from my talk at A4M in PDF format, click here Click here for the full written transcript of this podcast episode. Resources mentioned in this episode: -BGF podcasts: What is Cortisol? A Hormone Crucial to Your Health and Survival How To Get Your Own Vitamin and NAD IVs, The Truth About Umbilical Stem Cells, Peptide Injections & Much More With Dr. Craig Koniver -Book: Body by Science by Dr. Doug McGuff -Book: Estrogeneration by Anthony Gay -Book: The Multi-Orgasmic Man -Gainswave -Acoustimeter -My podcast with building biologist Brian Hoyer -Koniver Wellness Episode sponsors: Boundless: The launch is upon us. Visit boundlessbook.com for info about the launch parties in NYC and Los Angeles, and pre-order your copy today! -Kion Clean Energy Bars: Satisfying, nutrient-dense, real-food energy bars with a delicious chocolate coconut flavor! 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16 Jan 202057min
The Fungus Among Us: Why Fungal Overgrowth & SIFO Are A Hidden Health Epidemic (& What You Can Do About It).
Most people understand the importance of a healthy gut microbiome for digestive health and overall wellbeing. But what about the mycobiome―the fungi that live inside our bodies? This podcast introduces this important component of the microbiome and explains how diet affects this population and how its balance or imbalance can cause you to feel―a poor balance of fungi can lead to weight gain, pain and bloating, and low energy, and can worsen symptoms for those with IBS or Crohn’s. Good news: Gut fungi respond quickly and dramatically to dietary and lifestyle changes. Within 24 hours, you can remake your mycobiome, supporting a path to weight loss, better digestion, and more energy. Alongside this accessible gut science, my guest, Dr. Mahmoud Ghannoum, author of the new book "Total Gut Balance: Fix Your Mycobiome Fast for Complete Digestive Wellness" outlines fast changes for fostering healthy fungi as well as 7- and 20-day diet plans, with more than 50 dietician-tested recipes, to cultivate a thriving mycobiome and methods for tweaking your lifestyle for long-term gut health. Dr. Ghannoum is a tenured professor and director of the Center for Medical Mycology at Case Western Reserve University and University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center in Cleveland, Ohio. Educated in Lebanon, England, and the United States, he received his PhD in Microbial Physiology from University of Technology in England and an Executive MBA from the Weatherhead School of Management at Case Western Reserve University. He has spent his entire career studying medically important fungi and publish-ing extensively about their virulence factors, especially in microbial biofilms. Over the past decade, Dr. Ghannoum recognized the role of the microbial community (both bacterial and fungal) in human health and published the first study describing the oral fungal community, coining the term“mycobiome.”He described the bacterial microbiome (bacteriome) and the mycobiome in HIV-infected patients, and led the characterization of the interaction between bacteria and fungi as they relate to health and disease. In 2016, he published an opinion piece in The Scientist on the contribution of the myco-biome to human health and was consequently invited to speak at a number of meetings organized by the National Institutes of Health. He conducted a study characterizing the bacterial and fungal communities in Crohn’s disease patients that resulted in the first model of microbiome dysbiosis that implicated cooperation between bacteria and fungi in biofilms. This work resulted in a publication that received national and international coverage. Dr. Ghannoum is also a fellow of the Infectious Disease Society of America and a past President of the Medical Mycological Society of the Americas (MMSA). He has received many distinguished awards for his research, and in 2013, he was selected as“MostInteresting Person” by Cleveland Magazine. In 2016, he received the Rohda Benham Award presented for his continuous out- standing and meritorious contributions to medical mycology from the Medical Mycological Society of the Americas and the Freedom to Discover Award from Bristol-Myers Squibb for his work on microbial biofilms. In 2017, he was inducted as a fellow of the American Academy of Microbiology. He continues to be a pioneer in the characterization of the human microbiome. With over 400 peer-reviewed publications to his credit and six published books on antifungal therapy, microbial biofilms, Candida adherence, and related topics, Dr. Ghannoum continues to be a prominent leader in his field. The National Institutes of Health has continually funded his research since 1994, and he recently received a large NIH grant to study the mechanism(s) of bacterial/fungal interaction in intestinal inflammation, such as in colitis and Crohn’s disease. He has also consulted for many international pharmaceutical and biotech companies, and co-founded multiple successful and profitable companies, including BIOHM Health, launched in 2016, that engineer products and services to address the critical role of the bacterial and fungal com-munities in digestive and overall health and wellness. BIOHM Health was just awarded the Science and Innovation Award by Nutrition Business Journal. He lives in Cleveland with his wife, children, and grandchildren. During our discussion, you'll discover: -The story behind Dr. Ghannoum coining the term "mycobiome"...7:40 Mycology is the study of fungi; mycobiome refers to the fungi in our gut and parts of our body Focusing just on bacteria leads to overgrowth of candida Showed through research that over 100 fungal species exist in a typical human mouth -Why the human body benefits from having fungus inside it...10:15 We need fungi in our gut; good fungi, even candida in low doses, helps the body Helps in breaking down, fermenting food Candida or fungi at colonizer level cleans the immune system Gut Report to test fungus levels in the body Other microbiome tests examine the bacteria only biohmhealth.com -What are good and bad fungi, or are fungi levels the only factor?...14:18 It varies by the species Saccharomyces boulardii and Pichia are good all the way around The level of candida is the determining factor, good or bad There are different strains of candida -Signs and symptoms of a fungal overgrowth...18:32 Diarrhea Allergies Pain in the GI tract Damage to gut lining results -How biofilms protect the gut...21:38 Candida cooperates w/ E. coli and Serratia Marcescens (both pathogens) make a biofilm Plack on teeth is an example of a biofilm Organisms in the gut are not free floating; they stick to the gut Complex polysaccharides form around organisms; shields from drugs or immune cells Biofilms are resistant to being broken down Echinocandins inhibit the synthesis of the fungal cell wall: Caspofungin Micafungin Anidulafungin -How people get fungal infections...29:00 Immunocompromised patients typically have lots of antibiotics (killing useful bacteria and allowing candida overgrowth) Goes through GI tract and attacks blood Nurses and doctors are carriers Surgery Steroids exacerbate susceptibility to candida infections -Differences and similarities between SIFO and SIBO...35:40 Similar symptoms Nausea is more prevalent and severe in SIFO patients Abdominal pain and gas is more prevalent in SIBO SIFO patients grow candida 19% of patients can have both SIBO and SIFO -How popular diets may contribute to fungal overgrowth...39:05 Mediterranean diet: Lots of grains, carbs, pasta (can encourage growth of candida) Follow the diet, provided you consume alcohol in moderation (sugars are problematic) Paleo diet may contain too little prebiotic content Mycobiome diet is customizable to the individual -What life looks like on the mycobiome diet...46:10 Goal is to limit growth of candida, and pro-inflammatory bacteria People low in Vitamins A,B,C are vulnerable Encourage beneficial bacteria (fibers, resistance starches) Stop biofilms (harming gut lining and causing inflammation) Cruciferous veggies are anti-inflammatory and antioxidant The best food can still result in imbalance in the gut Lifestyle factors: Exercise, walk, hike, etc. Blood can divert from the heart, lungs during extreme exercise No full-fat dairy Herbs and spices that are particularly efficacious: Coconut oil Turmeric Garlic Apple cider vinegar Supplements Probiotic w/ Saccharomyces boulardii (Biohm) Multivitamin w/ Vitamin A,B,C Sample breakfast: Steel cut oatmeal w/ bananas, berries, honey Egg w/ tomatoes, turmeric, olives Sample lunch: Lentil soup, spring onions, lemon, chicken Salad w/ cucumber, spring onion, garlic, lettuce, salmon Pistachios are great for the biome Sample dinner: Asparagus, cauliflower, Brussels sprouts Chicken roasted, fish -How to find a physician who is knowledgeable in treating SIFO...1:05:11 BIOHM Health testing -And much more... Resources from this episode: -Total Gut Balance: Fix Your Mycobiome Fast for Complete Digestive Wellness -BIOHM Health testing -Great Lakes Pharmaceuticals B-Lock for biofilms -Fiber and Colon Health On A Well-Formulated Ketogenic Diet: New Insights Question Its Role As An Unconditional Requirement Episode sponsors: Boundless: Click here to pre-order Ben Greenfield's new book "Boundless". And click here for info regarding the book launches coming up in NYC and Los Angeles! -Kion Aminos: Building blocks for muscle recovery, reduced cravings, better cognition, immunity, and more. Get 10% off your order of Kion Aminos, and everything at the Kion site when you use discount code "bgf10" at checkout. -X3 Bar: Grow muscle 3x faster than you can with free weights! The X3 Bar will change the way you train forever. Get a $50 discount off your X3 bar when you use discount code: BEN -Comrad Socks: Seriously comfortable compression socks designed to support your every move. 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11 Jan 20201h 1min
The Pill - Everything You Need To Know About The Dangers Of The Pill, How To Get Off It Safely & Safer, More Natural Birth Control Alternatives.
My guest on today's show, Dr. Jolene Brighten, is a functional medicine naturopathic doctor and the founder of Rubus Health, a women's medicine clinic that specializes in women's hormones. She is recognized as a leading expert in post-birth control syndrome and the long-term side effects associated with hormonal contraceptives. Dr. Brighten is the best-selling author, speaker, and regular contributor to several online publications including MindBodyGreen. She is a medical advisor for one of the first data-driven apps to offer women personalized birth control recommendations. You might be familiar with her also as the author of Beyond the Pill: A 30-Day Program to Balance Your Hormones, Reclaim Your Body, and Reverse the Dangerous Side Effects of the Birth Control Pill. Out of the 100 million women (almost 11 million in the United States alone) who are on the pill, roughly 60 percent take it for non-contraceptive reasons like painful periods, endometriosis, PCOS, and acne. While the birth control pill is widely prescribed as a quick-fix solution to a variety of women’s health conditions, taking it can also result in other more serious and dangerous health consequences. Did you know that women on the pill are more likely to be prescribed an antidepressant? That they are at significantly increased risk for autoimmune disease, heart attack, thyroid and adrenal disorders, and even breast and cervical cancer? That the pill can even cause vaginal dryness, unexplained hair loss, flagging libido, extreme fatigue, and chronic infection. As if women didn’t have enough to worry about, that little pill we’re taking to manage our symptoms is only making things worse. Dr. Brighten specializes in treating women’s hormone imbalances caused by the pill and shares her proven 30-day program designed to reverse the myriad of symptoms women experience every day—whether you choose to stay on the pill or not. Featuring simple diet and lifestyle interventions, this podcast will be a crucial step to reversing the risky side effects of the pill, finally finding hormonal health, and getting your badass self back. During our discussion, you'll discover: -An overview of how the pill works...9:38 Dr. Brighten is a former user of the pill; didn't understand the ramifications until studying in natural medicine It works at your brain level How do the ovaries know when to ovulate? The pill distorts FSH/LH levels, thus affecting ovulation, menstrual cycles, etc. Causes mood alterations and even difficulty getting pregnant once off the pill What normal FSH/LH levels should be sans the pill Day 1 of the period begins the "flow" of maturing eggs FSH and estrogen rise Once ovulation occurs, the corpus luteum secretes progesterone Every form of birth control produces progestin, not progesterone Weight gain is common Water retention due to lack of progesterone Moodiness is common Key point: A woman stops ovulating because the pill is affecting her body at the brain level -Dr. Brighten's thoughts on supplementing w/ progesterone...16:03 There's a time and place for it, but first ask "why" you need it Can help w/ anxiety, sleep quality, Women need progesterone to strengthen the myelin sheath in the brain; also w/ neuroplasticity Important for bone health and the immune system Book: Adrenaline Dominance Some men can benefit from progesterone supplements A safe environment is vital for progesterone levels Stressful environments affect natural progesterone levels The body will produce cortisol rather than reproductive hormones -Why women are not equitably represented in the scientific community...23:43 Lean females should use caution while participating in intermittent fasting Laws forbidding women from participating in studies have inhibited accurate data The scientific field as a whole is underrepresented by women Article: Women aren’t properly represented in scientific studies Article: Science is male dominated Basic economics: it's more cheaper and easier to study males, be it humans or animals -Real-time consequences of being on the pill...33:30 It affects which partner a woman is attracted to Makes a woman less attractive to ideal partners A woman may not be attracted to their partner when they come off the pill -Effects of the pill on athletic performance...45:20 Shuts down testosterone production by as much as 50% Affects energy, bone health, etc. Fatigue faster Leverage menstrual cycles (Ex. U.S. women's soccer team) Affects both endurance and power/strength negatively Book: ROAR: How to Match Your Food and Fitness to Your Unique Female Physiology for Optimum Performance, Great Health, and a Strong, Lean Body for Life Book: In the FLO: Unlock Your Hormonal Advantage and Revolutionize Your Life "Listen to your body"; design your lifestyle around your cycle as much as possible Woman athlete accused Nike of destroying her body w/ their training regimen -How to go about getting off the pill...57:15 "All or nothing situation"; don't wean yourself off The brain is confused w/ reduced amounts of the pill if taking smaller quantities Women use the pill for symptom management, vs. birth control The symptoms will return if you don't adjust your lifestyle Prep the body for 90 days before going off the pill Organ meats are good (nature's multivitamin) Focus on every system in the body Women have been able to save their own lives, advocating for themselves w/ doctors, in the ER, etc. (medical gender bias) -Thoughts on other means of birth control...1:08:38 Copper IUD is among the most popular Beware of copper toxicity Indirectly affects the thyroid deleteriously Carefully track and notate your own personal data Female condoms suck Females should know how to apply male condoms Natural Cycles app Ancestral Supplements organ capsules Oova birth control tracking method -And much more... Resources from this episode: - Book: Beyond the Pill: A 30-Day Program to Balance Your Hormones, Reclaim Your Body, and Reverse the Dangerous Side Effects of the Birth Control Pill - Book: Adrenaline Dominance - Science is male dominated - Women aren’t properly represented in scientific studies. - Book: ROAR: How to Match Your Food and Fitness to Your Unique Female Physiology for Optimum Performance, Great Health, and a Strong, Lean Body for Life - Book: In the FLO: Unlock Your Hormonal Advantage and Revolutionize Your Life - Ancestral Supplements organ capsules - Oova birth control tracking method - Natural Cycles app Episode sponsors: -The BGF VIP Text Club: Get early access to deals, discount codes, and insider tips. Just text the word "FITNESS" to 411-247 -Kion Flex: The ultimate recovery formula, Kion Flex is a bioavailable blend to support joint comfort, mobility and flexibility, and bone health. 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9 Jan 20201h 18min
7 Crazy New Biohacks You've Probably Never Heard Of!
Strap yourselves in for a wild biohacking ride full of new biohacks—some of which I hadn't even heard of. My guest on today's podcast is named Marc. That's it. That's the only information I'll release about his identity. He started his career in investment banking and financing renewable energies and now arranges financing for various government projects—from hydro dams, to farms, to airports—and is now heavily immersed in the fields of biohacking and researching emerging health-enhancing technologies, primarily inspired by managing an incurable genetic defect in his kidneys. In this podcast, we delve into a host of new biohacking technologies you've probably never heard of, from NAD boosters, to stem cell enhancing protocols, to longevity and anti-aging molecules, and much more! During this discussion, you'll discover: -How Marc got interested in these biohacks...8:03 Doing due diligence for banking investments revealed a lot of flaws in technologies such as solar and wind power Became a trusted voice among his partners and investors due to his findings -Biohack #1: How to change the gravitational pull inside your cells to speed up the healing process...11:38 Marc was diagnosed w/ polycystic kidney disease (PKD) Defective on PK-1 protein; cysts develop on the kidney Standard medicine considers it incurable Began ketogenic diet (low glucose slows the growth of the cysts) Increase in klotho protein halts the disease Changes the gravitational pull inside the cells, thus changing the time perspective in which they can heal (40 hrs of healing w/in a 24 hr timeframe) Immortalis probiotic Very expensive: ~$2500/month Extremely detail-oriented protocol Use olive oil or yogurt as a precursor approx. 3-4 days before ingesting How the klotho protein is activated and suppressed Psychological stress, inflammation, oxidative stress and depression mitigate its production Angiotensin decreases klotho Vitamin D, insulin, exercise (resistance training), cordyceps, ginseng extract, activated charcoal increase klotho Vitamin D transport system activates immune system Nagalase enzyme suppresses the immune system by suppressing immune cells GcMAF mitigates damage done by nagalase -Ways to protect from harmful 5G technology...32:15 EMF doesn't actually attack human DNA; it attacks and changes the DNA of the gut microbiome, with an effect on the brain Immortalis probiotic can withstand 5G BluShield device Somavedic device 5G Bio Shield -The skinny on V-cells...44:30 V-cells are totipotent cells Different types of cells: Totipotent cells can become any type of cell (the crème de la crème of stem cells) Pluripotent can be a variety of different cells Multipotent cells, less variety Singular potent - only one type of cell Embryonic-like stem cells "Non-activated"—dormant, body doesn't know what to do with them Device in the works to increase bioavailability of V-cells High-frequency pulse laser Very small margin of error for it to be efficacious BGF podcasts mentioned: Dr. Matt Cook Dr. Ahvie Herskowitz Increased exercise and caloric restriction will mobilize small v-cells -A mostly unknown way to boost NAD levels...58:02 Change the environment so that cells produce NAD sans precursors (such as nicotinamide riboside, NR) NAD increase of 242% NAD+ is used by the body, then converted into NR This becomes downregulated w/ age Nuchido for boosting NAD -A natural way to upregulate endothelial stem cells...1:03:55 Stem Kine PEMF therapy Beta-glucans in mushrooms Seed Probiotic that Ben uses Dr. Neil Riordan -Interesting biohacks related to water...1:07:42 Water And Wellness magnesium tablets (code: GREENFIELD) Water And Wellness hydrogen water drinking tablets (code: GREENFIELD) Water And Wellness hydrogen bath tablets (code: GREENFIELD) Hydrogen is very dangerous; use it with caution when drinking hydrogen-enriched water -A device that increases the mineral density of plants...1:18:03 Ark Crystals Lab-grown Placed close to organism w/ water, allows water to come back to its original structure Pesticides are not necessary Water becomes 100% coherent Water and Wellness deuterium-depleted water -And much more... Resources from this episode: -Endocrine function and neurobiology of the longest-living rodent, the naked mole-rat -The secreted Klotho protein restores phosphate retention and suppresses accelerated aging in Klotho mutant mice -Immortalis (Klotho supporting probiotic) -Theory Of Relativity Video by Dr. Marco Ruggiero from RAADFest -5G Bio Shield -Impact of EMF on the microbiome -The BluShield device (code: BEN) -Flula Borg's YouTube channel -Book: The Human Photosynthesis -Book: Boundless -Nuchido for boosting NAD -Water And Wellness hydrogen water drinking tablets (code: GREENFIELD) -Water And Wellness hydrogen bath tablets (code: GREENFIELD) -HBOT chamber Ben uses -Ark Crystals -Water And Wellness Deuterium Depleted Water (code: GREENFIELD) -Dr. Halland Chen - Dr. Neil Riordan -BGF podcasts mentioned: Dr. Matt Cook Dr. Ahvie Herskowitz Tyler LeBaron Robert Slovak Episode sponsors: -Boundless: Click here to pre-order Ben Greenfield's new book "Boundless" now and to get in on the Boundless Sweepstakes! -The Kion Fasting Challenge: The Challenge starts January 6th, it's completely FREE to join, and when you do you'll get a bunch of exclusive content including access to a Q&A by yours truly answering all your burning fasting questions. 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4 Jan 20201h 25min
Why Your DNA Is Worthless (& What You Need To Focus On Instead).
Your DNA alone is worthless. So claim my guests on today's show, Dr. Matt Dawson and Dr. Mike Mallin of Wild Health, with locations in Versailles, KY, and Bend, OR. I first interviewed these guys in the episode "How To Use Precision Medicine To Enhance Athletic Performance, Defy Aging, Balance Hormones, Fix The Heart & Much More." and now they're back to talk all things DNA and genetics. Dr. Matt Dawson is a precision medicine physician in Lexington, KY, co-host of the Wild Health podcast and has been obsessed with performance optimization as long as he can remember. He received scholarships to play two sports in college even with “minimal talent” because of his voracious reading and implementation of any fitness or nutritional techniques that would give him an edge. Dr. Dawson continued that obsession in medical school and, as a physician, he has won national awards for education, innovation, and leadership. He has lectured in over 20 countries and trained thousands of other physicians through live lecture, online education, two textbooks, and an educational app. Dr. Dawson combines his training in genomics and functional medicine to give personalized, precise medical guidance. His obsession with performance optimization has morphed from initially athletic to now mental performance and longevity. Whether it's a professional athlete or a grandparent optimizing their mental clarity and mobility to keep up with their grandkids, Dr. Dawson is passionate about helping everyone perform at their absolute peak. Dr. Mike Mallin is a physician in Bend, OR who is obsessed with health performance and precision medicine and is co-founder of the Wild Health podcast. He completed medical school in South Carolina and trained in Emergency Medicine in Salt Lake City, UT where he competed in several ultramarathons and found his love for the mountains and performance. Mike currently practices in Bend, OR and Lexington, KY in his precision medicine clinics. He is also co-founder of the Ultrasound Podcast, an educational podcast that has taught thousands of physicians all over the world how to use ultrasound, as well as Wild Health, his podcast focusing on health performance and longevity. During our discussion, you'll discover: -Why DNA data in and of itself is insufficient... Epigenomics: Genomics taken in context of the whole person Get a sense of what a person's genes are transcribing via lab values Understand how lifestyle and habits can affect specific genes (ex. PGC1A) Needed a simplified means of interpreting genetic results Falsehoods have been noted in DNA reports A comprehensive analysis includes lifestyle, preferences, microbiome, etc. DNA reports will occasionally translate RSID's wrong Misreading data can lead to unhealthy lifestyle decisions -What sets Drs. Dawson and Mallin's new software apart from other DNA software... Lifestyle and patient preferences factor heavily Microbiome data is important Looking for a more comprehensive picture of a patient than simple data Cholesterol levels, cardiovascular conditions, etc. are taken into account -The results from the software thus far... "Whole picture" approach allows for more accurate diagnoses and appropriate recommendations Cardiovascular risk down by over 50% in less than 6 months on average LP(a) decreases more than 2 years of statin treatment LDL-P down an average of 357 points per patient CRP down over 50% in patients who start off with it elevated Average HRV increase of 15 from genomic based training programs All mostly without pharmaceuticals -How Matt and Mike test for aging, and their "gold standard" longevity protocol... Get the basics right first: sleep, environment, exercise, sunlight, etc. Personalized: genomics, preference based Get biological age first: True Age Test DNA Age Test Horvath Clock tests methylation in the body; telomere test results have been erratic Pulse press cycle is important MOTS-C Resveratrol NAD Article: Growth hormone, DHEA, and metformin reversed aging Use peptides w/ caution; opt for natural treatments first Exercise protocols used during anabolic phase of treatment HIIT and endurance Short interval Longevity exercise programs Fasting, sauna, intermittent fasting Dr. John Douillard's Colorado Cleanse Dr. Valter Longo's Prolon Kit -NAD protocols used by Mike and Matt and Ben... A lot depends on patient preference Thorne ResveraCel Quercetin RG3 nasal spray Alive by Nature NMN and NAD intranasal spray -Peptides used in the Wild Health practice... Semax for neuro-cognitive strength Selank for anxiety Dihexa for neural optimization CJC-1295 Ipamorelin Epithalon GHK Zinc Thymulin Tailor Made triple (zinc, copper and minoxidil) BPC 157 and Thymosin Beta 500 for injury recovery -Goings on at the Kentucky Castle... Spa, float tank, cryotherapy, sauna on site Food and farming on site Organic garden Sheep and goats Chickens April 7-9 conference Ben will be speaking Teach how to apply what's been discussed in this episode Open to the public, but focused on physicians and practitioners -How Mike and Matt practice what they preach on an individual level... Matt: Intermittent fasting (work out later for bigger fasting window) Sauna therapy (turned all the way up, kettlebell, BFR bands) Sardines are an ideal food; greens, walnuts Put an egg w/ cinnamon and lion's mane in coffee Mike: Sprint Interval Training (SIT) CGM (Dexcom G6) Roast coffee at home -And much more... Resources from this episode: - Wild Health MD website - DNA methylation age of human tissues and cell types - Growth hormone, DHEA, and metformin reversed aging - Boundless - Dr. John Douillard's Colorado Cleanse - Dr. Valter Longo's Prolon Kit - Quicksilver Push Catch Liverdetox - Weston A. Price diet - Thorne Resveracel - Tailor Made Compounding - MiCacao cacao tea Episode sponsors: -Kion: My personal playground for new supplement formulations, Kion blends ancestral wisdom with modern science. Ben Greenfield Fitness listeners, receive a 10% discount off your entire order when you use discount code: BGF10. -Organifi Glow: A plant-based beverage that helps support the body’s natural ability to produce collagen, smooth fine lines and wrinkles, and protect the skin from sun exposure and toxins. Receive a 20% discount on your entire order when you use discount code: "BENG20" -Beekeeper's Naturals: A wellness company specializing in innovative nutraceuticals made from healing hive compounds and plant-based ingredients. Get 15% off your order when you use discount code: BEN -Vuori: Activewear and athletic clothing for ultimate performance. Vuori is built to move and sweat in, yet designed with a West Coast aesthetic that transitions effortlessly into everyday life. Receive 25% off your first order when you use discount code: “BENG25" Do you have questions, thoughts or feedback for Dr. Dawson, Dr. Mallin or me? Leave your comments below and one of us will reply!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2 Jan 20201h 2min
Cortisol Decoded: The Myths & Truths About A Hormone Crucial To Your Health & Survival.
Let's face it: cortisol gets a bad rap these days. "I have high cortisol", "I have low cortisol", "My cortisol it out-of-whack". You've no doubt heard this all before or said it yourself. So in an effort to decode cortisol once and for all, I decided to feature a wildly popular previous guest of mine - the guy who personally helps me and my wife manage our own hormones and has helped countless listeners of mine with their own anti-aging and natural hormone management protocols. His name is Dr. Craig Koniver. Craig was a guest on the episode "How To Get Your Own Vitamin and NAD IVs, The Truth About Umbilical Stem Cells, Peptide Injections & Much More With Dr. Craig Koniver." He has been practicing Performance Medicine for over 18 years and is the founder of Koniver Wellness in Charleston, South Carolina. Not satisfied with the disease-based model of modern medicine, Dr. Koniver seeks to help his clients optimize their health and performance through time-tested, nutrient and science-driven protocols that are the cutting-edge of medicine. He is the founder and creator of the patent-pending FastVitaminIV® as well as re-engineering the NAD+ IV protocols, now called Brain Refuel™. Dr. Koniver’s client list includes Navy SEALs, NFL players, PGA golfers, Hall of Fame NHL players, world-class professional athletes, Fortune 100 Executives, well-known celebrities and TV personalities. In addition, Dr. Koniver offers a comprehensive training program of the Koniver Wellness Model to physician practices across the country. In this episode, you'll discover: -Cortisol 101...5:32 Hormone secreted by adrenal glands Not enough attention is given to cortisol in the medical field "Stress hormone" -- fight or flight response It is secreted in response to any real or perceived threat or stressor We're hard-wired to have high cortisol in the am, and low in the evening Rhythm vs. volume is key Acute hormone; ex. being chased by a lion Turns off pain recognition Anti-inflammatory Catabolic hormone -- wear and tear We've changed cortisol from an acute to a chronic hormone Key takeaway: try to find meaningful ways to live w/ the sun's rhythm Lowest levels are at around 10 pm; allows anabolic hormones testosterone, growth hormone, and melatonin to elevate Most critical hours of sleep are 10 pm - 2 am It takes melatonin 12 hours to reset Later (or no) sun exposure means melatonin levels peak later, leading to loss of sleep quality -How cortisol is secreted...13:37 Perceived stressors (most often subtle in modern times) Primitive part of the mid-brain, above the spinal cord Reticular Activating System (RAS) triggers release of cortisol Signal sent to locus ceruleus (one of the most connected parts of the brain) Signal sent to hypothalamus...to pituitary, then to adrenal glands Norepinephrine and cortisol are "partners in crime"; released along w/ cortisol Pituitary responsible for all signaling molecules We stop releasing cortisol, and have surplus of norepinephrine We release an average of 35 g of cortisol per day Irregular sleep patterns (night shift workers) lead to chronic health problems later in life -How cortisol imbalances affect our lives...20:12 Our brains cannot differentiate between perceived and real stressors Visualizing a success (or a failure) will trigger cortisol secretion "I can't wait to wear that out fit" is much more effective than "I'm way too big..." RAS helps distinguish background and foreground in our world Buy a red truck, all of a sudden you see a bunch of red trucks on the roads What you put your attention is what you're going to get in your life -How cortisol gets disrupted...25:40 Humans are "super-adaptors"; we can tolerate stressors over a long period of time Modern tech can disconnect us from the sun, circadian rhythm and cortisol flow We release cortisol at night when we look at TV, phones, etc. at night We tolerate stressors for years and decades, but it eventually catches up with us It will eventually blunt the anabolic hormones (testosterone, growth hormone, melatonin) We lose sleep quality, take longer to heal injuries, workouts are more challenging, etc. Gold standard to test adrenal function: salivary cortisol test Salivary is far less stressful than a blood draw (hence more accurate results) We rely on stimulants such as coffee and prescription drugs, rather than address the issue of disrupted cortisol flow -Why cortisol is such a hot topic in modern society...37:40 Acute stressor triggers cortisol Over time, cortisol has become a chronic hormone, rather than an acute hormone We'll never be chased by a lion in the jungle We trigger cortisol response w/ everyday stressors Chipping away at cortisol release over time We can't keep up w/ cortisol demands; lose cortisol reserve Major stressor (loss of job, death in the family, etc.) causes a breakdown when cortisol levels have been chronically disrupted Cancer, autoimmune disease, etc. occur with this breakdown Many fear cancer, other serious illnesses Best way to prevent disease: take care of cortisol levels Be aware of indicators of low cortisol levels: poor sleep, longer than usual recovery times, etc. -The key element regarding cortisol missed by conventional medicine practice...43:13 Adrenal fatigue and insufficiency doesn't exist in conventional medicine Two extremes in conventional medicine: Cushings disease, and Addisons disease Cushings: too much cortisol secretion Addisons: not enough cortisol is produced There's a gray area; it's not simply black and white As cortisol levels are disrupted, norepinephrine levels increase Increased heart rate Increased blood pressure This feels like anxiety Consider visiting a doctor knowledgeable in this as you may have lost control of the cortisol buffer Study in the Netherlands on men over 50 who ran marathons vs. men who didn't run marathons Men who ran marathons suffered more heart attacks (due to overtraining) Positive exercise can still be a stressor, releasing cortisol Recovery is key to being an elite athlete -How cortisol interacts with other hormones in the body...49:30 Hormones are like kids w/ differing personalities Cortisol is the neighborhood bully High insulin levels and cortisol lead to weight gain (cut carbs in the morning) Abnormal cortisol modulation affects thyroid levels deleteriously Be aware of your adrenal status if you're on thyroid hormone replacement An imbalance of cortisol and testosterone inhibits muscle production Growth hormone depletion leads to brain fog, weight gain, etc. -How to effectively modulate cortisol...56:52 Tests: Blood in the morning Salivary cortisol test anytime Adrenal glands is like a factory producing hormones: cortisol is the goal, but we need to make the other hormones Cortisol imbalances lead to depletion of other hormones Pregnenolone is made from cholesterol; low cholesterol levels affects cortisol production Number 1 risk factor for cancer for men is low testosterone; cortisol will help optimize health Having a cortisol reserve enables us to handle and tolerate stress, thus preventing cancer, autoimmune disease Behaviors to normalize cortisol levels (deliberate contemplative exercise) Meditation, prayer, reading Activate parasympathetic system, turn off sympathetic system Meditation is not the only means of managing stress Adaptogenic herbs: Licorice root (delays conversion of cortisol to cortisone) Holy basil (sense of the divine in one's world) Cordyceps powder (in coffee, shakes) Rhodiola Schisandra berry Critical nutrients: Vitamin A Vitamin C Vitamin B5 Intravenous NAD+ Peptides: Hexarelin Epithalon Ipamorelin GHRP 6 and GHRP 2 Intranasal and intravenous stem cells Hydrocortisone replacement (don't surpass 35 mg per day) Phosphatidylserine Ashwagandha CBD -Closing thoughts...1:14:42 Good correlation between HRV and cortisol; collect morning and evening times Cortisol helps be your best cognitively If you're feeling tired, stressed and anxious, check your cortisol levels -And much more... Resources from this episode: –Click here to buy the IVs I get from Craig. -30-minute patient phone call with Dr. Koniver to review health goals. At end of the call, Dr. Koniver will outline a strategic game plan for optimizing patient health and performance. Click here and use code: BEN for a 20% discount (brings $400 to $320) -1-hour physician practitioner phone call with Dr. Koniver to discuss how to implement Performance Medicine into your practice. At end of the call, Dr. Koniver will outline specific steps to start. Click here and use code: BEN for 20% discount (brings $500 to $420) -4 Day NAD IV Therapy (Brain Refuel Program). Patient flies to Dr. Koniver’s office in Charleston, South Carolina to receive the loading dose. Click here and use code: BEN for a 20% discount (brings $400 to $320) -Umbilical Cord Stem Cell Program. 3 days of NAD IV Therapy followed by an umbilical cord stem cell infusion. Includes injectable peptides as well as select nutrients to aid in the absorption of stem cells. Click here and use code: BEN for a 20% discount (brings $8750 to $7000) Episode sponsors: -Boundless: Click here to pre-order Ben Greenfield's new book "Boundless" now and to get in on the Boundless Sweepstakes! -The Kion Fasting Challenge: The Challenge starts January 6th, it's completely FREE to join, and when you do you'll get a bunch of exclusive content including access to a Q&A by yours truly answering all your burning fasting questions. To join just go to getkion.com/fasting -JOOVV: After using the Joovv for close to 2 years, it's the only light therapy device I'd ever recommend. Give it a try: you won't be disappointed. Order using my link and receive a month's supply of Kion Berry Aminos absolutely free. -Four Sigmatic: I’ve been using Four Sigmatic products for awhile now and I’m impressed by the efficacies of their mushroom products. I use them. I like them. 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28 Dec 20191h 14min
The One Component Of Fitness Most People Neglect (Meditation, Plant Medicine, Yoga, Sex & More: How Ben Greenfield Trains For The Spiritual Disciplines).
As I age, observe great thinkers and philosophers, and continually seek wisdom, I've become increasingly convinced that caring for one's spirit is as important - no - more important than caring for one's body and brain. After all, long after our muscles have atrophied and skin has sagged, long after our brains have degraded and accumulated with plaque, long after our blood vessels and nerves have become clogged and weak and long after our relentless pursuit of fitness and longevity has become a vain effort, our spirits can be just as strong and bright as ever. Yet, sadly - especially among those immersed in physical culture, fitness and biohacking, it seems that the spirit is the most oft-ignored component of our human vessels, quite frequently shrunken and shriveled from a near complete neglect of the spiritual disciplines... ...disciplines such as meditation, gratitude, prayer, fasting, study, fellowship, celebration, charity and all those elements that most of us know are important but somehow shove to the side because, let's face it, life gets busy and it just seems far more practical and immediately useful to go hit the gym rather than sit cross-legged on the floor meditating breathing, spending an extra ten minutes in bed journaling, or prioritizing a family dinner. As I mention with increasing frequency the importance of the spiritual disciplines, I'm often ask how I personally incorporate these practices in my own life. So, similar to how last week I shared with you the nitty-gritty details of my own nutrition supplementation program, in this podcast I'm going to delve into how I weave everything from yoga to breathwork to plant medicine into my own life. I in no way profess to be an expert in these matters, and although it is my goal over the next ten years to become as spiritually fit as I am physically fit, and to focus perhaps even more on the spiritual disciplines than I currently do on the physical disciplines, I hope that a few of the insights I've incorporated into my own life these past several years may serve you well in your own pursuit of spiritual greatness. During this podcast, you'll discover: -Why value spiritual disciplines in the first place?...6:40 Focusing only on physical health and wellness can be quite shallow Spiritual exercise/discipline is just as real and vital as physical Caring for our spirit is just as important, if not more so, than our body and brain Attachment exercise from Awareness by Anthony Di Mello Think of something or someone to which you're attached Say, "I really do not need you to be happy; I can be happy without you" Happiness is a state of non-illusion -- the absence of an illusion -How Ben has educated himself on spiritual disciplines...13:00 Celebration of Discipline: The Path to Spiritual Growth by Richard Foster Spiritual Disciplines for the Christian Life by Donald S. Whitney Spiritual Disciplines Handbook by Adele A. Calhoun The Jesuits Guide to (Almost) Everything: A Spirituality for Real Life by James Martin, SJ Solitude: A Philosophical Encounter by Philip Koch Once a year practice of stoicism 2-5 days of silence and solitude No family, completely alone Reading, journaling, fasting Kion Fasting book -Ben's morning spiritual disciplines...19:27 Before getting out of bed, time w/ family, etc. read in bed (scriptures, aforementioned books) for 5-10 minutes Study Meditation Prayer Enhancing meditation tips: Eco Meditation from Mind to Matter by Dawson Church Joe Dispenza's meditations from his book Becoming Supernatural Dab a bit of Third Eye essential oil by Essential Oil Wizardry between the eyes VieLight Gamma Psilocybin micro dose Stealing Fire by Steven Kotler (book) Spiritual disciplines can be "hacked" just like physical disciplines MiCacao tea w/ Kion Coffee Spend 10-15 minutes doing stretching and deep tissue work The 5 Forgotten Tibetan Longevity exercises BGF podcast w/ Stephen Cabral (and Cabral's show #1378) Our Daily Bread The Solid Joys Daily Devotional Gabriel Fernandes YouTube channel Family gratitude practice Christian Gratitude Journal Sing a song together -Ben's sauna practice...37:45 Clearlight Sanctuary sauna Flow yoga w/ deep breathwork Drink a hot beverage beforehand (black pepper tea or coffee or green tea) Respire Essential Oil by Essential Oil Wizardry (sprinkled in the sauna before going in) Listening to something educational Book: The Science of Enlightenment by Shinzen Young Prototype topical oil by ATP Science (enhances your ability to sweat) Finish w/ a cold plunge in a Morozko Forge ice bath followed by this prayer: Our Father in heaven, I surrender all to you Turn me into the father and husband you would have for me to be Into a man who will fulfill your great commission And remove from me all judgment of others Grant me your heavenly wisdom Remove from me my worldly temptations Teach me to listen to your still, small voice in the silence And fill me with your peace, your love, and your joy. Amen -How Ben manages stress during busy and intensive work days...44:45 Brief pauses throughout the day for breath work Box breathing (4 in, 4 hold, 4 out, 4 hold) Alternate nostril breathing 4-8 breathing (4 in, 8 out over and over) 21 day Soma breath work course by The Renegade Pharmacist -End of day spiritual practices...47:28 Gather for family dinner (big factor for longevity in Blue Zones) Meditation, activation of para-sympathetic nervous system ..."I'm aware of my body I'm smiling at my body I'm aware of my food I'm smiling at my food I'm aware of my company I'm smiling at my company" Centering breaths Games for family dinners Table Topics The oatmeal: Unstable Unicorns, Bears vs. Babies, Exploding Kittens Gubs Quiddler Boggle Finish up remaining business while family cleans up and gets ready for bed You dwell on and dream about what you've dwelt on during the day Family bedtime Sing together App: Ultimate Guitar Tabs Prayer together Eye gazing Self-reflection journal (a la Ben Franklin amazon links...) -Spiritual lovemaking...57:50 True, tantric, spiritual sex is oft ignored in modern society Backjack chairs - chat for 5-15 minutes prior to lovemaking, sleep, etc. Couple's plant medicine therapy Holotropic breath work (Renegade Pharmacist offers this) Ben's massage setup Blast body w/ Whole Tones by Michael Tyrrell Ketamine and oxytocin intranasally, occasionally w/ THC PEMF table by Pulse Centers -Areas for improvement...1:09:00 Participating in local charitable causes Share your gifts -- make your service enjoyable Strengthen connection w/ local church community -And much more... 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26 Dec 20191h 9min
Squatting In A California Backyard & Talking Family, Movement Mechanics, Ice Baths & More With Aaron Alexander.
You may recall the amazing, eccentric, crazy cool Aaron Alexander if you listened to my episode "Exogenous Ketones, Deuterium-Depleted Water, Near Vs. Far Infrared, Scorpion Stings & More! A Special Episode Recorded Live In Panama"... ...well today Aaron's back. I recorded live with him at his pad in Southern California and after chilling in an ice bath, doing nitty-gritty breathwork and getting up to all the other crazy tom-foolery biohacks at Aaron's place, we recorded for you a nice little podcast, and even discussed Aaron's new book "The Align Method: 5 Movement Principles for a Stronger Body, Sharper Mind, and Stress-Proof Life", which shows readers how posture and body alignment are powerful tools for building strength, achieving peak performance, reducing pain, and approaching the world with a new sense of confidence, and teaches you how to optimize activities such as: -Floor Sitting -Hanging -Hip-Hinging -Walking -Nose Breathing -And much more... Blending Eastern philosophy with Western mechanics, The Align Method outlines the necessary tools to leverage the power of your own senses and body language to feel more flexible and confident, and details exactly how to reshape your environment for enhanced creativity and longevity. So check out the book and... In this discussion with Aaron, you'll discover... -What makes green tea special...4:58 EGCG is the primary antioxidant Regularly consume schisandra for fertility potency Great Salt Lake trace minerals -Natural biohacks that can be implemented for low or no cost...6:36 Cold thermogenesis Activates the parasympathetic nervous system Nitric oxide release Humming/chanting increases nitric oxide production Activates the vagus nerve Inducing stress resilience prior to the stress of the cold treatment Sunlight exposure Metabolic flexibility is increased w/ sunlight exposure Increased HRV and good vagal nerve tone Vitamin D activation Cellular resistance When to choose tech over nature JOOVV lights can provide adequate infrared light in 10 minutes vs. 2 hours of sunlight PEMF tables can shortcut what can be derived from nature Bottom line: Nature is preferable, but there’s nothing wrong with choosing better living through science -Ben Greenfield’s morning meditation routine…15:37 Ecomeditation designed by Dawson Church Tapping Gratitude - into the universe, and into the body Transcendental meditation (BGF podcast w/ Philip Land) Deep breathing in the morning Read devotional or scripture Gratitude journaling Exercise is moving meditation Lead w/ prana No music/podcasts in the ears Book: The Oxygen Advantage by Patrick McKeown Book: The Power Of Your Breath by Anders Olsson Breathe through the nose as much as possible BGF podcasts w/ Paul Chek Why Humans Need Winter, How Too Much Christmas Is Dangerous, Rites Of Passage & More With Paul Chek. Heavy Rock Lifting, Building Your Own “Water Charging” Station, Biomechanical Fixes, Plant Medicine Journeys & More With Paul Chek. The 3 Key Steps To Intuitive Eating, Ego Dissolution, Raising & Educating Children In A Modern Era & More With Paul Chek. 3x3 routine: 3 minutes cardio, 3 minutes cold therapy and repeat -Hunting zen and interdependence with our fellow man…21:43 Innate instinct to provide, even with modern conveniences around us Book: A Paradise Built in Hell Interdependence is oft neglected C.S. Lewis: We’re all spirits in human bodies w/ capability to go one way or the other Skin to skin contact releases oxytocin; results in greater success in war, athletics, etc. Don't sacrifice interdependence for self-dependence (self-made man) Connections is the undying currency -The two "mountains" in our lives...40:07 Book: The Second Mountain: The Quest For a Moral Life Mountain 1: career, business, shelter, etc. Circumstances bring us into the valley, and realize Mountain 2 Mountain 2: we discover interdependence, community, connection, etc. Mountain 1 is oftentimes a prerequisite to Mountain 2 No regrets about the past; using experience to scale Mountain 2 when we arrive there -Practices that build indomitable connectedness in your family...46:00 Eye-gazing: Zero judgment zone See different parts of the other each time Deep connection reduces shame, increases vulnerability Eye-gazing during sex increases intimacy w/ your partner "You're not raising your children, you're raising your grandchildren" Traditions, practices at the dinner table, etc. are observed, learned and passed on to the next generation Encourage children to participate in your exercise routine, even if on a limited basis 55/38/7 principle of communication: 55% is based on body language 38% is vocal tonality 7% is the words we use Power of demonstration cannot be undervalued as a parent -And much more... Resources mentioned in this episode: - Book: The Align Method by Aaron Alexander Episode sponsors: -The Kion Fasting Challenge: The Challenge starts January 6th, it's completely FREE to join, and when you do you'll get a bunch of exclusive content including access to a Q&A by yours truly answering all your burning fasting questions. To join just go to getkion.com/fasting -Beekeeper's Naturals: A wellness company specializing in innovative nutraceuticals made from healing hive compounds and plant-based ingredients. Get 15% off your order when you use discount code: BEN -Policy Genius: Whether you’re an insurance expert or a newbie, Policygenius created a website that makes it easy for you to compare quotes, get advice, and get covered. -Fresh Books: It’s cloud accounting software that basically does your invoicing for you and on top of that gets you paid 2x faster. Try it out for a free 30-day trial of FreshBooks right now. Go to Freshbooks.com/Ben and enter “The Ben Greenfield Fitness Podcast” in the how did you hear about us section. Got a question or comment for Aaron or me? Leave a comment below, and one of us will reply!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
21 Dec 201956min
