Matt reframes light as a primary biological input that regulates circadian rhythm, hormone production, mitochondrial efficiency, and sleep quality. He explains how excessive exposure to artificial blue light (especially after sunset!) disrupts melatonin release and contributes to metabolic dysfunction, poor recovery, and chronic fatigue. Ra Optics was founded to address these challenges through scientifically engineered eyewear that selectively filters harmful wavelengths while preserving beneficial light.

The discussion moves beyond blue light fear-mongering into practical circadian strategy. Matt emphasizes the importance of bright, full-spectrum light exposure during the day to anchor biological timing, while advocating warm, low-intensity lighting in the evening to support sleep. He highlights the role of red and near-infrared light in mitochondrial energy production and recovery, and cautions against low-quality lenses that distort vision or block indiscriminately.

Looking forward, Matt envisions a future where personalized light environments - integrated with sleep and performance data - become central to health optimization. The episode concludes with a shared message: improving light hygiene is one of the highest-leverage, lowest-effort interventions available in modern biohacking.

Learn more about Ra Optics at https://raoptics.com and follow Matt on Instagram: @thelightdiet!

This conversation was recorded in October 2025.

Check https://hololifesummit.com for upcoming events & tickets! Devices, supplements, guides, books & quality online courses for supporting your health & performance: https://hololifecenter.com

Key moments and takeaways:

00:00 – Introduction by Teemu Arina

01:10 - Matt Maruca and the story of Raw Optics

02:25 - Matt’s early health struggles

04:00 - The impact of artificial light on health and well-being

05:30 - The importance of aligning with natural circadian rhythms

06:50 - Overview of the unique lenses produced by Ra Optics

08:30 - Matt reflects on his experience at the 2018 Biohacker Summit

10:20 - How mitochondrial dysfunction became a central focus for Matt

12:15 - The limitations of Western medicine

14:00 - Epigenetics and the relationship between diet, environment, and health

16:00 - Mitochondrial function: the basis for energy production and health

18:45 - How light frequency affects our biology and promotes healing

20:30 - Matt’s collaboration with Dr. Jack Cruz and other luminaries in the field

22:45 - The role of blue light in circadian rhythm regulation

25:00 - Blue light as a form of environmental toxin and its consequences

27:15 - Insights from Dr. Alexander Wunsch on photobiology and light effects

30:00 - The dynamics of melatonin production and its health implications

32:30 - Differentiating between blue light protection and traditional eye care

34:15 - Understanding the types of blue light blocking lenses: sunset and daylight

37:30 - The science behind Ra Optics’ lenses and their effectiveness

40:00 - Testimonials from professional athletes using the eyewear

42:45 - Discussion on emerging products: BlueSync lenses and their features

45:15 - How lifestyle adaptations enhance wellness beyond dietary changes

48:00 - The importance of community and collaboration in the biohacking field

50:00 - Stylish designs of Ra Optics and celebrity collaborations

52:15 - Viewer testimonials and personal experiences with the products

55:00 - Conclusion and where to find more information on Ra Optics

In just five years, Jan expanded BeKeto to offer nearly 200 products across multiple categories, achieving a presence in 30 countries. As a serial entrepreneur, his companies generate over 10 million EUR in revenue. Jan is passionate about the execution in both life and business and is deeply committed to healthy living. He is an enthusiast of low-carb and keto diets, biohacking, and enjoys frequent sauna sessions.

Teemu and Jan dive into the evolution of ketogenic nutrition, metabolic performance, and the data-driven approach behind BeKeto’s product line. Jan explains that the company emerged from a gap in the European market. By focusing on ingredient purity, transparent formulations, and repeated glucometer-based validation, BeKeto positioned itself as a trusted source for individuals pursuing sustained ketosis. The discussion emphasizes how stable energy, mental clarity, and appetite regulation arise when the body shifts from glucose dependency to ketone-driven metabolism.

Teemu and Jan further explore the role of exogenous ketones, ketogenic snacks, and electrolyte formulations in supporting performance, recovery, and cognitive output. They highlight consumer misconceptions - particularly the confusion between “dirty keto” and true metabolic ketosis - and underscore the importance of consistency, clean ingredients, and adaptation support. Looking ahead, Jan predicts a convergence between ketogenic nutrition and continuous metabolic monitoring, enabling individuals to tailor diet and supplementation with precision. The episode concludes with a shared message: ketosis is most powerful when approached as a long-term, sustainable lifestyle rooted in intentional choices and measurable data.

Learn more about BeKeto at https://beketo.uk and follow Jan on Instagram: @ketopresident!

This conversation was recorded in October 2025.

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Key moments and takeaways:

00:00 – Introduction by Teemu Arina

2:35 - The Science Behind Keto

4:06 - Personal Keto Experiences

8:04 - Keto for Productivity

11:37 - The Role of Milk in Diet

15:18 - Plant-Based Diets vs. Meat

18:38 - Veganism: Beliefs and Nutritional Concerns

21:29 - Nutritional Balance in Diets

24:19 - BeKeto Products Overview

30:52 - Importance of Moderation

33:48 - Innovative Product Offerings

38:53 - Benefits of the Keto Diet

43:07 - Sustainable Keto Lifestyle

46:49 - Final Thoughts and a special offer

They dive into the emerging science of adult stem cells as a self-repair mechanism in the body, comparing it to the immune system. Christian explains that when injury or damage occurs, adult stem cells are released from the bone marrow, travel through the bloodstream, and contribute to tissue regeneration throughout the body.

The conversation covers the synergy between stem cell activity and mitochondrial health, particularly focusing on NAD+ and energy metabolism. Christian highlights the difference between natural, daily enhancement of stem cell release through plant-based supplements versus one-time injections—which carry risks such as contamination or genetic instability. The episode also details STEMREGEN’s proprietary blends and ingredients designed to support stem cell release, circulation, and function. Christian discusses clinical results, dietary synergies (like seaweed, omega‑3s, and polyphenols), and a daily protocol aimed at optimizing repair, reducing inflammation, and promoting longevity from within.

Christian and Teemu explore how lifestyle factors, nutrition, and targeted supplementation can naturally enhance stem cell release, migration, and function - without risky or expensive stem cell injections. Christian shares details on STEMREGEN’s formulations, including plant-based ingredients like fucoidan, aloe macroclada, and green tea polyphenols, and outlines a practical daily protocol for activating the body's self-renewing systems.

Learn more about STEMREGEN at https://stemregen.co and follow Christian on Instagram: @stemcellchristian!

This conversation was recorded in July 2025.

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Key moments and takeaways:

0:00 – Introduction by Teemu Arina

1:28 – Stem cells as a repair system

3:15 – History leading to stem cell science and modern applications

4:23 – Understanding adult stem cells vs. embryonic ones

5:52 – Clinical trials in chronic heart failure and Parkinson’s

7:01 – Age-related stem cell decline and its implications

9:01 – Natural reduction in stem cells and the need for support

10:13 – Daily cell turnover and role of stem cells in renewal

11:37 – How Christian boosted his own stem cell count

12:41 – Factors that reduce or support stem cell production

13:51 – Longevity benefits tied to functional repair, not anti-aging

15:06 – Aging reduces stem cell mobility and repair function

16:12 – Animal studies showing migration and tissue repair

17:31 – Food vs. pharmaceuticals in stem cell support

21:38 – STEMREGEN ingredients and supplement introduction

23:15 – How stem cells are attracted via receptor interaction

24:24 – Mechanism: stem cells homing in on injury sites

25:28 – How STEMREGEN activates targeted repair pathways

26:52 – Nutrients that boost stem cell circulation naturally

27:55 – Improving microcirculation to enhance stem cell activity

29:35 – Product safety, colostrum, and NSF certification

30:44 – Clinical study publication and product validation

32:18 – Attracting stem cells to problem areas effectively

33:23 – Signaling and directing stem cells in the body

34:41 – At what age should stem cell support begin?

35:49 – Athletes and stem cell usage under physical stress

37:14 – Aging and insufficient stem cells to offset degeneration

38:43 – Cardiovascular use case and stacking strategy

40:11 – Safety profile and tracking changes while using STEMREGEN

41:36 – Noticing tangible effects after repeated use

44:17 – Final thoughts on signaling, migration, and stem cell activation

Eduard emphasizes the need for preventive health coaching, the influence of celebrities on health trends, and the importance of a narrative focused on vitality. He advocates for high-quality supplements and consumer education while addressing the challenges and opportunities in the wellness industry.

Learn more about Eduard, NoordCode and Lifehelfi at https://noordcode.com and https://livehelfi.com!

This conversation was recorded in June 2025.

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Key moments and takeaways:

00:00 Introduction by Teemu Arina

01:15 Meet Eduard de Wilde from NoordCode and LiveHelfi

02:00 Overview of the evolution of biohacking over the last decade

04:30 The shift from niche to maturing industry dynamics

06:45 The importance of preventive health coaching post-pandemic

08:15 Growth in the biohacking community and market research insights

10:00 Challenges in reaching the 50% of the population disengaged with health

12:30 The role of celebrities and influencers in health trends

14:00 Observations on wearable technology's effect on consumer behavior

16:45 Simplifying health tracking for the less health-conscious demographic

18:00 Lifestyle changes through basic health products

20:20 Emphasis on recovery and longevity through everyday choices

22:15 Discussion on the subjective term “health” in marketing

24:00 How health optimization can shift perceptions and behavior

26:30 Case studies of critical consumer experiences leading to awareness

28:45 Vitality vs. longevity: Changing the narrative in health discussions

31:10 The role of the wellness industry in public health

33:00 The risk of chronic diseases in aging populations

35:20 Pain management strategies not guided by traditional health care

37:45 Exploring the potential of supplements and technologies like red light therapy

40:00 An analysis of strategies to shift the healthcare paradigm

42:15 The intersection of lifestyle habits and their impact on chronic illness

45:30 De-stigmatizing the search for preventative health solutions

47:00 NoordCode’s ethos in providing top-quality health products

50:00 The evolution of dietary supplements and the importance of ingredient sourcing

52:00 Future outlook for the wellness industry amid regulatory challenges

54:30 Closing remarks on empowerment through high-quality health choices

56:00 Where to find NoordCode products and the educational resources available

Silver Laus is one of the leading voices in the functional mushroom space, combining deep knowledge of ancient fungal wisdom with the latest scientific advancements to help people live stronger, healthier, and more vibrant lives.

Estonia's unique position at the crossroads of northern Europe shaped its character through centuries of struggle. According to Laus, this small Baltic nation's history is deeply intertwined with Viking culture, an aspect many outsiders overlook.

This resilience manifested in the nation's relationship with nature. While Christianity swept through Europe, condemning practices like sauna use, Estonians maintained their traditional knowledge and connection to the forest.

As the CEO of Shroomwell, one of the world’s premier mycotechnology companies, Silver Laus has been instrumental in pioneering potent extraction methods, creating high-performance mushroom supplements, and shaping a global wellness brand rooted in wholesome principles.

Shroomwell's approach to mushroom cultivation blends ancient wisdom with cutting-edge techniques. Rather than harvesting exclusively from wild sources, the company has developed sustainable farming methods that mimic natural stressors while increasing yield.

Learn more about Silver and Shroomwell at https://shroomwell.com!

This conversation was recorded in April 2025.

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Key moments and takeaways:

00:00 Introduction by Teemu Arina

01:15 Who is Silver Laus from Shroomwell?

02:30 The significance of functional mushrooms in health

04:10 Personal experience with chaga and other mushrooms

05:45 Understanding product quality and sourcing concerns

08:30 Silver's background in Estonia and its Viking heritage

10:00 Resilience of Estonians throughout history

12:30 The cultural significance of sauna and its connection to health

15:50 How Estonia defended its heritage against invasions

18:20 The medicinal properties of chaga mushrooms

20:45 Overview of the various forms of functional mushrooms

23:15 Benefits of functional mushrooms in modern health

25:00 Importance of outdoor-grown versus indoor-grown mushrooms

28:40 The unique cultivation practices for chaga mushrooms

30:50 Insights into the extraction methods for bioavailability

34:10 The interplay of environmental stressors and mushroom potency

37:40 Introducing Shroomwell’s innovative product range

40:20 The challenges within the energy drink market and the shift towards wellness

45:30 Come to the HOLOLIFE Summit in Estonia, visit Shroomwell, try their products

47:50 More amazing facts about Estonia, fermented products and mushrooms

51:30 Shroomwell has an Open Door Policy

Together, they dive deep into the science and mysticism behind quantum fields, energy frequencies, the biofield, and structured water. Teemu brings a critical yet open-minded lens, asking tough questions about placebo effects, scientific validity, and empirical studies—many of which Leela Quantum has conducted to test the effectiveness of its products.

From overcoming chronic Lyme disease to exploring how traditional healing and modern science might intersect, this episode takes you on a journey through frequency, resonance, holistic wellness, and the potential of high-vibrational living. Whether you're a skeptic or seeker, this conversation offers thought-provoking insights into what the future of healing could look like.

Learn more about Philipp and Leela Quantum Tech at https://leelaq.com!

This conversation was recorded in April 2025.

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Key moments and takeaways:

00:00 Introduction by Teemu Arina

01:00 Who is Philipp von Holtzendorf-Fehling?

02:30 The personal journey into quantum healing

04:05 The limitations of traditional Western medicine

05:50 Emphasis on a holistic approach to health and well-being

07:15 Understanding the connection between mind, body, and energy

09:00 The science behind quantum healing practices

11:40 Case studies highlighting efficacy

13:15 Exploring the power of intention in healing

15:00 The role of energy and frequency in the human biofield

17:20 Discussion of healing modalities: from shamans to modern technology

19:40 The importance of emotional health in physical healing

21:10 Insights on quantum technology and its applications

23:30 Bringing the ancient wisdom of traditional medicine to modern practices

25:50 The significance of research and evidence in alternative healing

27:40 Future of quantum healing and community discussions

31:25 Understanding Quantum Energy Technology

44:48 Consciousness and Higher Frequencies

51:53 Real Effects of Quantum Products

53:40 Community and Resources for Healing

They discuss how vibrational therapy can enhance lymphatic flow, lower stress hormones, and help treat chronic pain, anxiety, and trauma. Marco also reveals how music, personal insights, and a vibrating subwoofer led him to develop the first prototype in his living room. The conversation touches on real-life case studies, the role of the gut-brain connection, and how emotional blockages can be stored and released through the body.

Learn more about Marco and Neurosonic at https://www.neurosonictech.com!

This conversation was recorded in April 2025.

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Key moments and takeaways:

0:00 Introduction by Teemu Arina

2:23 Journey Back to Psychotherapy

4:32 Benefits of Whole Body Vibration

8:35 The Birth of Neurosonic

13:23 The Science Behind Vibration Therapy

13:43 Pain Management and Vibration

16:45 Body-Mind Connection in Therapy

21:31 Nutrition and Mental Health

26:08 Trauma and Its Effects

30:44 Transformative Case Studies

39:46 The Complexity of Mind and Body

45:36 Upcoming Events and Experiences

49:10 Conclusion and Reflections on Healing

Throughout the conversation, Clavien highlights the rising global concern of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), affecting a staggering 38% of Western populations. He emphasizes the liver's remarkable regenerative capabilities, revealing how the liver can recover even from substantial damage. The episode also delves into practical biohacks for supporting liver health, such as intermittent fasting, photobiomodulation, and the surprising benefits of drinking coffee. Additionally, Clavien discusses the importance of early diagnostics and how traditional blood tests often fail to catch liver issues in time. His holistic approach, which integrates emotional and spiritual wellness, ties the liver’s function to broader concepts of self-love and well-being. Tune in to learn how understanding and supporting the liver could be the key to better health.

Learn more about Siggi and Equilibrium Labs at https://www.loveyourliver.com!

This conversation was recorded in March 2025.

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Key moments and takeaways:

00:00 Introduction by Teemu Arina

00:07 The Importance of Liver Health

00:59 Meet the Expert: Siggi Clavien

04:09 Understanding Liver Functions

06:21 The Liver's Regenerative Powers

10:33 Liver Health and Hormonal Balance

12:47 Global Liver Health Concerns

14:21 Supporting Liver Detoxification

20:55 Dietary Supplements for Liver Health

30:29 Biohacks for Optimal Liver Function

38:17 The Importance of Liver Scanning

38:51 FibroScan: The Gold Standard

40:07 MRI and Other Diagnostic Tools

42:37 The Role of Nutrition and Lifestyle

44:18 Sweating and Detoxification

45:35 The Power of Infrared and Sleep

48:54 Eastern Medicine and Deliverance

56:25 Functional Mushrooms and Foraging

01:01:50 Biohacking and Holistic Health

01:05:34 Conclusion and Future Plans

Eric and his team have revolutionized mushroom cultivation in Finland, setting new industry standards and outpacing the competition in terms of extract potency and quality.

Eric is a member of the executive committee of the International Medicinal Mushroom Society, amplifying his commitment to advanced use of Functional Mushrooms.

Learn more about Eric and Kääpä at https://www.kaapamushrooms.com!

This conversation was recorded in November 2024.

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Key moments and takeaways:

00:00 Introduction by Teemu Arina

01:00 Mushrooms in the "early days"

02:57 From a scientific standpoint, the clinicals are there

03:49 Growing up in the Nordics and Baltics

04:50 Chaga every day for 10 years

05:42 When Eric first started growing mushrooms

07:12 The importance of a personal relationship to growing

08:04 Walking barefoot in Nuuksio

09:52 Symbiotic relationship between mushrooms and trees

10:45 How mushrooms learn what to feed on

11:39 They can decompose plastic

12:34 How fungi came to decompose cellulose

13:59 Protective biochemistry

16:03 Scientific reductionist compartmentalization

17:03 Why our immune system isn't always great

18:23 Mushrooms preserved Ötzi

19:20 Forests hold thousands of mold species

20:16 Healthy exposure to dangerous things

21:52 The Circle of Life

23:24 What can I do with these mushrooms?

25:08 How Kääpä works with third-party university labs

25:44 Lion's Mane vs. Coffee vs. Placebo

26:27 How Teemu uses mushrooms

28:10 "Reishi is giving me crazy dreams"

29:26 What Cordyceps does

30:45 The Last of Us and cordyceps

31:07 Eating Lion's Mane

31:59 Eating vs. extracts and tinctures

32:14 Bioavailability in water and alcohol vs. ultrasonic extracts

33:47 Turkey Tail in Europe

34:22 European food regulations are a crazy mess

35:26 Suppression of information and understanding in the US

37:16 If you're working with corrupt pharma, pack your bags

37:58 In food innovation, we are shooting ourselves in the foot

39:14 Peer-reviewed journals in Europe are bought and paid-for

40:44 Questionable products vs. Nordic Mushrooms

42:01 Be careful buying mushroom products on Amazon

43:18 Functional Mushrooms are a growth market

44:17 Kääpä is coming to the Hololife Summit!

44:58 Visit kaapamushrooms.com

48:57 Anecdote about Siim Land

49:54 Biohacker's Retreat in January 2025

Karim Chubin is a British-trained anthropologist, Swiss and German-certified naturopath, and visionary entrepreneur. Since 2004, he has led a groundbreaking clinical practice that integrates declassified Siberian (Russian) naturopathic innovations with his unique gifts as a clairvoyant and naturopathic medium. Karim's boutique practice, headquartered in Geneva with satellite offices in Brussels and Moscow, specializes in sleep harmonization, regenerative medicine, and personalized lifestyle wellness. His work focuses on enhancing mitochondrial and vibrational health from a vitalistic perspective, with the goal of optimizing longevity and overall well-being.

Fluent in several languages, Karim is a health rebel and global traveller dedicated to bridging the gap between Eastern and Western medical wisdom. He is the founder of karimchubin.com and the Karim Chubin podcast, where he shares cutting-edge health discoveries with a worldwide audience. Currently, Karim is spearheading the "Million Minds Mission", aimed at educating one million people on transforming their lives through a new health paradigm that merges mitochondrial and vibrational medicine. His innovative approach to wellness is also embodied in "Loungevity," a 360-degree mind-body immersion experience designed to foster deep, sustainable regeneration.

This conversation was recorded in September 2024.

Visit https://www.karimchubin.com and follow @karimchubin on TikTok to learn more!

Check https://biohackersummit.com for upcoming events & tickets!

Devices, supplements, guides, books & quality online courses for supporting your health & performance: https://biohackercenter.com

Key moments and takeaways:

00:00 Introduction by Teemu Arina

01:54 Karim's background

04:00 Discovering IHHT

07:04 How IHHT works technically

08:23 How things worked before Big Pharma

09:48 IHHT versus HBOT

12:33 The challenge is educating people

14:15 Enhancing mitochondrial functions

16:59 Various benefits of IHHT

18:41 Binding IHHT with different health modalities

20:00 Overstimulation has a negative effect

24:29 The Million Minds mission

27:22 Wim Hof method versus IHHT

30:45 Hypoxic states

33:53 The most common adaptogens

37:51 Discovering adaptogens

39:13 Plants which brave Siberian winters

42:00 Shifting appetites

45:09 Adaptogens speak straight to the head

46:25 Do we regard aging as a disease?

48:41 Cellular surprise

50:40 About some lesser known adaptogens

52:24 Maral Root vs. microcirculation

55:07 We borrow from the plant kingdom to find our center

56:52 Bacopa Monieri

58:00 Sagan Dalya (Rhododendron Adamsii)

63:24 Blue Lotus is not exactly an adaptogen, but has interesting properties

66:09 Kudzu works against various types of addictions

67:46 TUR devices such as CellOxy or CellAirOne

69:43 Disclaimer about Karim's relationship with TUR

71:48 The importance of ethics at the beginning and end of the chain

74:34 Karim's Loungevity brand

STEMREGEN stands as a testament to Christian Drapeau's vision and dedication. His work continues to inspire and challenge the way we approach health, emphasizing the importance of supporting the body's innate repair system through natural & plant-based stem cell enhancers. The quest for knowledge and natural healing is a lifelong endeavor that holds the promise of transforming lives and improving health for generations to come.

This conversation was recorded in August 2024.

Visit https://stemregen.co and follow @stemcellchristian on Instagram to learn more!

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Devices, supplements, guides, books & quality online courses for supporting your health & performance: https://biohackercenter.com

Key moments and takeaways:

00:00 Introduction by Teemu Arina

01:20 The repair system of stem cells

03:08 What shortens your lifespan

04:38 Stem cells vs. mitochondrial function & NAD

06:20 Replacing the old with the new

08:13 Boosting autophagy

10:46 Nutraceuticals vs. stem cell injections

12:35 Examples of STEMREGEN treatments

15:01 Can you test for everything?

16:09 Liposomal delivery and IVs

17:52 The body's own repair system works but is rarely mentioned

20:24 Treating symptoms is usually too late

21:22 Misconceptions about stem cell treatments

23:24 Discoveries during the development process of STEMREGEN

25:14 How adaptogens relate to stem cell production

27:41 Helping your cells to "pick up the phone"

29:23 Blue-green algae and various types of seaweed

33:10 Lessons learned from Sami Tallberg and Jaakko Halmetoja

35:44 Discovery of Aloe Macrolada and working with local harvesters

37:29 Everything affects stem cell production in some way

39:29 Red marrow

41:00 What type of diet best supports stem cells

45:53 Why it's OK to eat shellfish

47:17 "Mass-produced sushi is probably the worst thing ever"

48:35 Source supplements as carefully as you do food

50:59 Walkthrough of different STEMREGEN products

56:41 The Resilient Being and stem cells

58:15 Christian's social media and Cracking the Stem Cell Code book

59:51 Diseases result from the body's inability to replenish

63:25 More information about STEMREGEN and the Biohacker Summit

Joe recalls his biohacking journey, his trial-and-error approach, years of self-experimentation, following gurus (and then choosing not to do so anymore) and the incredible insights which led to him ultimately founding SelfDecode.

SelfDecode is the only company in the world which directly provides their users with a holistic set of accurate health recommendations based on their genes. This allows them to take charge of their own healthcare with data-driven precision health decisions.

In order to make the best health decisions, we must take all of our health data into account. Otherwise, we'll end up addressing individual problems or symptoms without looking at the whole picture. The problem is that there is just too much information for any human to analyze - this is where the power of AI comes in.

This conversation was recorded in August 2024.

Visit https://selfdecode.com and follow @mrbiohacker on Instagram to learn more!

Check https://biohackersummit.com for upcoming events & tickets!

Devices, supplements, guides, books & quality online courses for supporting your health & performance: https://biohackercenter.com

Key moments and takeaways:

00:00 Introduction by Teemu Arina

01:23 Joe's biohacking journey & fighting 75 different health issues

02:43 Getting into genetics, gaining knowledge and experience

03:42 From healing to optimizing - but how?

04:26 Referencing the best people in each category

04:57 Optimize every realm possible

05:53 Mood regulation matters

07:14 You don't know where your limit is (until you test it)

08:40 Joe's elevated neuroticism & anxiety

09:28 Iterative improvements over 4 years

10:56 Joe didn't consult a psychologist, only used supplements

11:47 Mood is quite complex

13:30 It's tough to talk to people with whom you don't share common interests

14:39 Optimizing lab results and data

15:52 Chromium as an example of a less immediately obvious supplement

19:00 When biohacking becomes an obsession (but for Joe it's more of a hobby)

19:49 Exercise and the adverse effects of blindly following guru advice

21:38 Challenging the body in different ways

23:15 Lab testing provides insights as you progress through your improvements

24:31 Megadosing vitamin C

27:16 Optimization cannot be done in isolation

27:46 The consequences of overtraining

31:27 Optimal is contextual

33:33 You have to look at multiple biomarkers to get an accurate picture

36:24 IVs: yes or no?

38:23 Megadosing makes it easier to observe the effects of a specific compound

40:15 Software algorithms can interpret your metrics and help you avoid mistakes

41:51 What works for one person might not work for another

44:22 It's hard to identify which particular supplement works best

46:58 SelfDecode provides the tools which help you understand your results

48:22 The industry is rife with sh*t technology

50:04 Companies should leverage AI and build their own technology, but most don't

54:37 Most software out there is just bad

58:17 You can provide results from other labs, but it's best to use SelfDecode's own chip

61:13 Most labs look for illness - but if longevity is the target, other metrics are more important

64:04 Biohackers shouldn't just blindly believe what they read

64:33 SelfDecode also has a GPT bot to help you interpret your data

Dr. Robin Mesnage joined Buchinger Wilhelmi at the beginning of 2022 as Lead Data Scientist – after supporting the research team for five years, among others with statistical analyses on the latest studies.

Dr. Mesnage looks back on a long career. His specialist areas are toxicology and chemical regulation, molecular biology and biochemistry, as well as human physiology. In 2008, Dr. Mesnage started his studies in Biology at the University of Caen in Normandy, graduating with a Master’s degree in Cell Biology and a PhD in Molecular and Cell Biology. As a Research Associate at King’s College in London, Dr. Mesnage led a research programme on toxicology in the field of medical genetics and molecular genetics. In 2016, he gained a further Master’s degree in London in Bioinformatics and Systems Biology. In 2018, Dr. Mesnage set up his own company to assess the risk of toxic substances. In addition, he advised health specialists on analysing complex biomedical data.

An experienced researcher, Dr. Mesnage has for the last ten years examined the health effects of pollution caused by pesticides. He has published his findings in over 70 scientific articles that have been cited more than 5,000 times. He has appraised over 100 studies and is editor of three scientific journals.

This conversation was recorded in June 2024.

Visit https://www.buchinger-wilhelmi.com/ and follow @buchingerwilhelmi on Instagram to learn more!

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Devices, supplements, guides, books & quality online courses for supporting your health & performance: https://biohackercenter.com

Key moments and takeaways:

00:00 Introduction by Teemu Arina

01:24 Shinrin-yoku (forest bathing)

02:09 The life of Otto Buchinger

03:01 About fasting in general

06:04 We are not fasting as we would do in nature

07:05 The cycle of seasons

08:41 Fasting across religions and cultural traditions

11:41 Unclogging your arteries, but also your brain

12:09 The Fasting Box

13:09 How fasting enhances cognitive abilities

14:12 The spiritual aspect

15:01 Ozempic is akin to a religion at this point

16:16 Rapamycin and Spermidine

17:08 Ozempic is easy and addictive

19:09 Educating patients is crucial to long-term success

19:56 What happens during a fast

21:19 Hormonal changes

22:43 Global obesity statistics and projections

24:45 Governments and society address weight loss unsuccessfully

26:15 Foods are made to be addictive

27:35 Drugs will not solve this, only societal change can

29:03 Processed foods high in sugar should have the same warning labels as cigarettes

30:36 The brain rewards energy-dense foods with dopamine

32:07 Stress eating and bears

35:02 Alternating between embolism and catabolism

35:23 Yarrow Willard and the Nature Deficit Disorder

35:58 The Buchinger Wilhelmi clinics and the Fasting Box

37:31 Fasting under expert guidance

38:39 How to adjust to fasting while maintaining a social life

41:25 Two clinics - Marbella (Spain) and Überlingen (Germany)

42:20 Sport, massages, cold exposure and nutrition courses

43:07 Long-term fasting is not the only option available

45:05 Why attempt a longer fast than 48 or 72 hours

46:13 Arrive on a wheelchair, leave walking

46:50 Where to learn more about Buchinger Wilhelmi

47:48 Actual fasting beats any and every shortcut

Dr. Steven Schwartz is the founder and President of Bioharmonic Technologies, which is a human optimization technology and therapeutic music company created to raise the vibration of the planet and harmonize humanity using sound, light, frequency, and vibration.

Since 2000, he has been specializing in the bioenergetic correction of systemic inflammatory conditions, autoimmune diseases, allergies, and chronic pain, as well as the optimization of human performance.

He has been the clinic director and chief over-seeing practitioner of numerous multidisciplinary alternative integrative medicine facilities throughout Colorado.

Dr. Steve studied Sports Medicine and Biology at Northeastern University in Boston, Massachusetts and holds a Doctorate of Chiropractic degree from New York Chiropractic College.

He is an exemplary lecturer and teacher that has educated countless doctors, healthcare practitioners and the general public on integrating a new understanding of human physiology along with new cutting-edge technologies.

Dr. Schwartz’s practice philosophy has always been to access physiology at the point of origination, the level of cellular communication, and the level of bioresonance, which supersedes biochemistry. Bioresonance can correct biochemistry, quickly, naturally and non-invasively.

This conversation was recorded in June 2024.

Visit https://bioharmonictechnologies.com and follow @read_primal_resonance on Instagram to learn more!

Check https://biohackersummit.com for upcoming events & tickets!

Devices, supplements, guides, books & quality online courses for supporting your health & performance: https://biohackercenter.com

Key moments and takeaways:

00:00 Introduction by Teemu Arina

01:35 You're either degenerating or regenerating

02:39 The 7-stage process of cell replication

04:11 Toxic negative information leads to degeneration

05:17 The anabolic and catabolic phase

06:24 Some people are awake but their brains are asleep

08:12 The skin is the largest neurological organ

09:28 Sympathetic and parasympathetic state

10:56 Long-term daily meditation allows for less sleep

12:19 Most people can't sit still for 5 minutes

13:27 Principles of entrainment

14:35 Working with different brainwave states

16:13 Entrainment vs. entertainment

18:22 Sound, light, frequency and vibration

19:04 A lot of things happen below 100Hz

20:51 The bridge between Newtonian and quantum physics

22:10 Talking directly to the cell membrane

23:39 Dr. Schwartz' "quantum vibe chamber"

25:10 Effects of different frequencies on the cell

27:21 More about Dr. Schwartz' background

29:37 Eliminating infectious agents and allergies

31:27 What is pleomorphism?

33:44 Where does biochemistry originate?

35:46 From biohacking to bioharmonizing

36:49 Where to learn more about Dr. Vibe's VIBES

38:52 From indigenous studies to shamanic technology

41:50 The next Biohacker Summit will be in Tokyo, Japan

Elina Kadaja is a renowned therapist specializing in transformative meditation, breathwork, and the mind-body connection. She has facilitated healing for over 2000 individuals through both private and group sessions. Elina's expertise lies in helping clients achieve profound peace, clarity, and trauma release, guiding them to reconnect with their true selves.

Her approach is particularly effective for emotional and psychosomatic issues that resist conventional medical treatment. An avid traveler, Elina has enriched her practice with insights from ancient cultures, having trained extensively in Ecuador and India, where she became certified in tantra yoga and meditative therapies. She is joyful, curious, and always open to engaging in conversations about her global adventures and learnings.

This conversation was recorded in June 2024.

Visit https://elinasufia.com/ and follow @elinasufia_breathwork on Instagram to learn more!

Check https://biohackersummit.com for upcoming events & tickets!

Devices, supplements, guides, books & quality online courses for supporting your health & performance: https://biohackercenter.com

Key moments and takeaways:

00:00 A teaser of Elina Kadaja's gripping story

00:36 Introduction by Teemu Arina

02:05 Elina's background

03:49 The relevance of an individual's story

04:19 A classic case

05:22 Trauma is not what happened, but the response

06:40 A mother's lack of sleep

07:49 Where in the body do we store emotions and trauma?

10:40 Wilhelm Reich's body map

13:03 Shaking things off (literally)

13:38 Freeze, fight or flight

15:56 Showing vulnerability is a challenge

17:05 When breathwork goes wrong

19:25 What you might now know about Arnold Schwarzenegger

20:57 An example of astrology

22:14 Elina's baby sister

22:57 Elina tells her gripping story

24:54 Emotional rollercoaster ride with a sociopath

25:51 Not really a refugee camp

27:00 The fate of children, women, and men under ISIS

27:59 The escape plan

29:50 Trapped in a nightmare

30:23 Six hours at gunpoint

32:07 Waiting for the bullet

33:51 Taking the risk

34:42 No PTSD for years

36:25 Trauma response

37:39 Expressing what is triggered is crucial

40:27 Doing therapy work helps you unpack

41:13 Rage is an important catalyst

42:45 Don't gaslight yourself

43:55 Going through various trainings and meditations

45:40 Discovering breathwork

46:53 Altered states and micro trips

48:34 Subconscious trust

50:32 Mirroring each other's experiences

51:00 Lack of proper communication tools

52:05 Using dance movements to calculate the numbers

53:06 We don't even know how to use our brains

53:21 Just surrender in trust

54:16 The difficulty of the hero's journey is a gift

55:24 We come from oneness

56:18 Elina's current goals and outlook

58:52 Appreciating what you have needs the right frame of reference

59:41 Elina's dream (the question she wanted to answer)

60:33 Elina is coming to the Biohacker Summit

61:01 How to get in touch and work with Elina

After completing his master’s in geology, Warren worked as a scientist for several years. However, his focus shifted when he started struggling with unusual health issues and started noticing the harmful effects toxins had on his health. This sparked his passion for researching and promoting a toxin-free lifestyle.

Warren discovered solutions to his health struggles through his healing journey and years of research. He realized that many illnesses and chronic conditions people face are caused by exposure to toxins in our environment, food, and everyday products.

Warren’s mission is to help others achieve healthy and happy toxin-free living. He believes that toxins should be “canceled” and that everyone can live healthier by making simple changes to their daily routines. As a father, he understands the importance of teaching children how to live toxin-free lives. He has made it his goal to educate families on the dangers of toxins and the benefits of a toxin-free lifestyle.

This conversation was recorded in April 2024.

Visit https://nontocixdad.com/ and follow @nontoxicdad on Instagram to learn more!

Check https://biohackersummit.com for upcoming events & tickets!

Devices, supplements, guides, books & quality online courses for supporting your health & performance: https://biohackercenter.com

Key moments and takeaways:

00:00 Introduction by Teemu Arina

00:23 Warren's detox story

04:23 How Non-Toxic Dad came about

05:58 Teemu's take on exposure to toxins

07:17 Lack of exposure to nature impacts resilience

07:59 American housing and mold

08:46 "You've got to be eating dirt"

10:24 Christianity vs. dominating nature

10:50 Focus on the solution or make an excuse to fail

11:30 Fire protectants on furniture are toxic

12:45 Having plants in your home is essential

14:11 What can we do to naturally biohack our body?

14:58 We sacrifice health for growth

17:05 How to minimize toxin exposure

20:40 Melatonin can mess you up

22:29 Detoxing goes beyond chemicals

23:33 Where to put an air purifier

24:55 Most threats are invisible to the naked eye

26:50 On microplastics

27:58 Polyester causes infertility

29:21 LEDs vs. light bulbs

30:17 Silicone pastry molds are not inert

31:34 "BPA-free" doesn't mean "non-toxic"

32:28 Frying pans from carbon steel and stainless steel

33:59 Treating wooden cutting boards

35:09 Electric or gas stove?

35:35 Don't waste energy

36:15 Make better decisions every day

38:32 It's important to invest in quality

39:43 Don't buy new cars, "new car smell" is toxins off-gassing

41:31 Caring for children

44:45 Using binders such as zeolites

45:51 Carbon does not bind heavy metals

47:46 Detoxing with sauna

50:58 More detox tips & tricks

54:38 Awareness around mold & Mikhaila Peterson

56:44 The most toxic thing we are doing is fragrances

58:47 You can make your own laundry detergent

60:04 Cell membrane integrity is crucial for longevity

61:12 Figure out the bottlenecks in your detox routines

62:29 Home Sick Home, a docu miniseries with Pedram Shojai

64:00 Why you should come to the Biohacker Summit

Maximilian's passion is to explore the potential of human beings. As a biohacker, mycologist and the co-founder of Smaints, he has made it his mission to combine the ancient teachings of traditional medicine with the modern findings of science - and to share it with the world.

This not only manifested in the form of products loved by thousands of people, but also practical ideas for reaching your highest potential. Max's personal journey to optimal gut health 8 years ago led him not only to the incredible effects of functional mushrooms, but also to discovering everyday biohacks with the greatest possible leverage.

This conversation was recorded in April 2024.

Visit https://smaints.de/ and follow @smaints_mushrooms on Instagram to learn more!

Check https://biohackersummit.com for upcoming events & tickets!

Devices, supplements, guides, books & quality online courses for supporting your health & performance: https://biohackercenter.com

Key moments and takeaways:

00:00 Introduction by Teemu Arina

01:30 Maximilian's background and the story behind Smaints

04:34 What Smaints stands for

06:11 About Yaks and Cordyceps

08:27 The first kingdom on Earth was the Mushroom Kingdom

09:32 The key pathways affected by several popular fungi

12:31 Agaricus Blazei vs. Hashimoto's Disease, Cancer and Blood Sugar

15:03 Oxalates, Antioxidants, Selenium, Red-Belted Conk

16:44 Why the origin of your mushroom products is so important

17:25 The powers of Reishi

20:52 What is Maximilian's favourite Functional Mushroom and why?

25:03 A mushroom that supports Sedentary Cognitive Work

26:19 Certain fungi may have effects which haven't been fully studied yet

27:17 More powerful mushroom protips from Maximilian

28:37 Maitake vs. drugs in Fertility Treatments

29:58 Coprinus Paleotropicus and Blood Sugar

31:13 Birch Polypore and Skin Health

31:58 Paul Stamets, Turkey Tail and the European Market

33:23 Oyster Mushrooms are actually Functional Mushrooms

34:18 Different extraction methods for mushroom products

35:06 Why vegetable glycerin extracts are interesting

36:34 The benefits of triple extraction

38:35 Thoughts behind Smaints products and mushroom use in everyday life

41:25 Visit https://smaints.de for more information (also available in English)

42:15 Availability of lab certificates

43:06 Smaints at the Biohacker Summit 10-year Anniversary (July 2-3, 2024)

Elliot Justin, MD, FACEP is an Emergency Medicine specialist, telemedicine expert and sex toy enthusiast. His goal is to help all men and women sustain their sexual fitness, and if they develop ED to reverse or impede its progression. This will be achieved by providing personal data via scientifically designed under wearables and more effective and comfortable cock rings and vibrators.

Now men, and soon women, will be able to assess the impact of vascular diseases, medications, supplements, and life styles upon their sexual health, while intensifying their pleasure and improving their confidence.

This conversation was recorded in April 2024.

Visit https://myfirmtech.com/ and follow @myfirmtech on Instagram to learn more!

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Devices, supplements, guides, books & quality online courses for supporting your health & performance: https://biohackercenter.com

Key moments and takeaways:

00:00 Introduction by Teemu Arina

As a child, Hagen was electro-sensitive. Headaches, dizziness, sleep and concentration problems were part of his everyday life. A significant percentage of western population has to deal with similar effects of electrosmog. For Hagen, escaping into areas with no EMF pollution wasn’t a permanent solution.

This is why, back in 2008, he embarked on a mission to develop a product which would offer true protection against electromagnetic radiation.

Since 2019, numerous scientific studies conducted by renowned institutions such as the Fraunhofer Institute have confirmed the effectiveness of Waveguard's Qi technology. Further studies are in progress, setting the company apart from the competition with a thorough commitment to factual science.

This conversation was recorded in November 2023.

Visit https://waveguard.com and follow Hagen Thiers on Instagram @emf_coach to learn more!

Check https://biohackersummit.com for upcoming events & tickets!

Devices, supplements, guides, books & quality online courses for supporting your health & performance: https://biohackercenter.com

Key moments and takeaways:

00:00 Introduction by Teemu Arina

01:00 Hagen's background

01:40 We are surrounded by pollution

02:55 Escaping into nature

04:45 Hagen's 3-month travel to Lapland

06:02 Natural light restores circadian rhythm

07:38 EMF radiation and its sources

09:08 How technological progress outpaced long-term studies

11:25 Constant exposure to high frequencies

13:00 The combination of multiple stressors is the problem

15:15 Teemu's countermeasures

19:07 The vast quality gat between research instututes

19:28 Fraunhofer Institute can't be bought with sponsor money

21:44 Placebo-controlled testing

23:20 Intensifying stressors & measurement points

25:21 Dark Field Microscopy is not legitimate

28:02 Put this plastic sticker on your phone

29:33 If this works, it's a jammer, but it's not jamming...

30:08 How to actually reduce electromagnetic field strength

31:16 Proper testing & controlled conditions

33:00 Depolarizing EMFs reduces the impact on the body

34:25 Size matters - a necklace won't cut it

35:56 Having a low phone signal is dangerous

36:35 Reducing the impact of phone calls

39:00 What's more dangerous, WiFi, Bluetooth or a 5G phone call?

40:26 Standing in the line of fire for 12 antennas

41:23 If someone calls their signal reduction tech "proprierary" it's a scam

42:23 If you hear "quantum", RUN

42:49 "Anti-EMF stickers" all come from the same factory in China

43:17 Hagen now lives in Dubai and has 100 Wi-Fi signals around his apartment

44:04 Free educational content on Instagram @emf_coach

44:20 How to use Waveguard products for best results

45:45 Reconnecting with nature helps restore balance

47:40 EMF radiation is harmful whether you believe it or not

49:25 "One short phone call before bed..."

50:48 Knowledge base on waveguard.com

51:34 Fraunhofer Institute was given randomized samples

52:38 Hagen will speak at the Biohacker Summit in July

Tateki Matsuda, originally from Tokyo, Japan, transitioned from a baseball player to a martial artist after discovering kickboxing in his youth. Despite lacking formal training, his dedication led him to excel in full-contact karate tournaments in Japan. Moving to the U.S. for education, he earned degrees in Sports Movement Science while simultaneously forging a career in MMA, culminating in his UFC debut in 2014.

Tateki attributes his success to the support of his team, sponsors, and fans, emphasizing the importance of growth and teamwork in his journey. Multicultural experiences in Thailand and Brazil enriched his perspective, and he remains committed to continuous challenge and personal development, both in and out of the cage.

Tateki is also a valued member of the Biohacker Center team and manages the upcoming Biohacker Summit in Tokyo, Japan, which will take place in October 2024. He is a popular speaker and hosts engaging functional movement workshops at the Biohacker Summit and Retreat experiences.

This conversation was recorded in December 2023.

Check https://biohackersummit.com for upcoming events & tickets!

Devices, supplements, guides, books & quality online courses for supporting your health & performance: https://biohackercenter.com

Key moments and takeaways:

00:00 Introduction by Teemu Arina

03:21 Tateki's background

05:14 From baseball to martial arts

07:09 Martial arts is as much a mental sport as a physical one

07:44 Injuries and rehabilitation

09:14 How Teemu healed his sports injuries

10:32 The importance of nutrition

12:34 Injury recovery: to rest or not to rest?

13:24 The dangerous life of a desk warrior

15:38 Devices for relieving stress

17:35 Repetition and consistency aid recovery

19:07 Sauna, massage guns, red light

19:52 The body chooses the path of least resistance

20:49 Sedentary PC worker life

22:43 Deadlifts vs. posterior tilt

24:53 Core activation for better posture

26:06 Why Tateki focuses on mobility

26:51 Wearables for tracking muscle activation

29:52 The importance of correct eye level and posture when working

32:17 Low-cost methods to optimize ergonomics on the go

33:39 Saddle chairs & male reproductive health

35:15 The Pomodoro Technique

35:45 Tateki's everyday "snackcercises"

37:11 Kettlebell swings vs. ab crunches

38:20 X3 bar & Dr. Jaquish

38:50 Becoming the Supple Leopard

39:44 A surprising spot for back pain massage

46:26 Tateki's exercises will be on HoloHabits

47:26 Back pain is common, but easily treatable

47:45 Nutrition and recovery aids

48:38 Learning about your body opens new possibilities

49:57 Psoas, balloons and Airofit

50:45 The cause of pain is upstream or downstream from the pain

52:12 Learn more about devices at biohackercenter.com

52:23 Upcoming events, Biohacker Summits Helsinki & Tokyo, Ibiza Retreat

52:51 Follow Tateki on Instagram: @tatekimatsuda

Pavel is an expert in self-realization technique & application, international conscious DJ/Producer, a serial impact entrepreneur & investor, a certified Ambassador of Peace and a Wim Hof Method instructor. NOA means movement, AON means "all or none". NOA|AON is bringing people back to their center in union with others. He created the BDM method to combine all of the most effective tools and wisdom from around the world to share with others.

Learn more about Pavel and NOA|AON at https://www.noaaon.com!

This conversation was recorded in December 2023.

Check https://biohackersummit.com for upcoming events & tickets!

Devices, supplements, guides, books & quality online courses for supporting your health & performance: https://biohackercenter.com

Key moments and takeaways:

00:00 Introduction by Teemu Arina

03:46 Pavel's background

04:43 First steps as an entrepreneur

05:25 Professional cycling

06:09 The first burnout

06:38 Biohacking and Wim Hof

06:55 Travelling to the USA & starting businesses

08:54 Leaving Orange Theory & the second burnout

09:25 Outside the comfort zone every 3 months

10:10 The first darkroom experience & vision of NOA|AON

11:27 Workshops & retreats

11:40 Losing everything & starting fresh

12:39 Teemu reacts to Pavel's story; darkness retreats

15:25 Pavel's repeated 10-day darkroom experiences

18:08 How the body & mind respond to complete isolation

21:20 More details on the darkroom

22:34 The process of unhooking; from darkroom to everyday life

26:07 Everything is connected; micro to macro

27:25 Learning through love & joy as opposed to pain

28:04 Teemu's take on processing trauma

30:31 The misconception of "success"

32:09 Life is a lot simpler than we make it seem

32:28 The "me", "we" and "be"

33:53 Software directs hardware; mind directs body

35:13 Disengaging the autopilot

36:43 Some people get wet, others feel the rain on their skin

37:23 Teemu recalls how Pavel handled a mishap at the Biohacker Summit in Amsterdam 2022

39:03 The difference between surrender and not giving a f*ck; react or accept

40:32 Teemu remembers handling a blackout during a well-prepared presentation

42:19 How Android Jones handled losing all his work in a fire

43:48 Every loss leads to a new gain

44:53 Five physical senses & four spiritual senses

48:33 When you think, you don't know; when you know, you don't need to think

50:03 From "me" to "we"

52:29 The four-step process

54:14 Wake up, clean up, power up, and rest up

54:42 Teemu's detachment from materialism & the minimalist approach

56:19 Obsessive control & psychosomatic feedback

57:48 When your belief system starts to rule you

58:46 We have to be OK when things don't go our way

59:06 Darkroom experiences vs. biohacking

60:15 Reframing the concept of a virus/pandemic

61:51 "System Reset" - how it works & a basic exercise

66:38 Teemu's experiment with HRV monitors during a stressful 2-day event

68:48 Another simple breathing exercise to increase HRV

69:50 Body awareness - where am I?

71:17 Pay attention to the silence beneath the noise

72:32 Breathing & its effects during a conversation

74:28 Listening vs. listening to oneself

75:26 Recalling an entire conversation

76:35 It's not easy to be social when you've reached a certain level of conversation

77:20 The plane mantra

77:56 Humility in the face of the very idea of manned flight

79:27 Where to learn more about NOA|AON: https://noaaon.com

82:22 Future plans regarding live neurofeedback during events using EEG

82:56 NOA|AON combines different methods & technologies

83:49 Biohacker Summit 10-year Anniversary Event in Helsinki, 2-3 July 2024

86:26 Where to get the limited VIP tickets & content

Sarah Turner has a postgraduate degree in Clinical Neuroscience from Roehampton University in London. She also holds BSc degrees in Psychological Sciences and Nutritional Medicine from Westminster University and Thames Valley University, respectively. Currently, she is pursuing a diploma in Photobiomodulation at the University of Montpellier in France. During the initial decade of her career, Sarah worked as a research scientist in the pharmaceutical industry. Her role involved planning and conducting experiments to examine the impact of electrostatics on physiology.

Sarah actively participates in the Biohacker movement and has had the opportunity to interview prominent thought leaders, visionaries, and experts in the field of Biohacking. Through these interactions, she has gained a deep understanding of the crucial role of physics in relation to biology. This has ignited her interest in the areas of quantum biology in health, photomedicine, and consciousness studies. Sarah's primary focus lies in photobiomodulation, which involves utilizing specific light wavelengths and pulsed frequencies to enhance optimal functioning, with a specific emphasis on brain-related issues. As the Co-Founder and CEO of CeraThrive, she spearheads the production of a red light therapy system that specifically targets the gut-brain connection.

Learn more about Sarah and CeraThrive at https://www.cerathrive.com

This conversation was recorded in November 2023.

Check https://biohackersummit.com for upcoming events & tickets!

Devices, supplements, guides, books & quality online courses for supporting your health & performance: https://biohackercenter.com

Key moments and takeaways:

00:00 Introduction by Teemu Arina

01:00 Sarah's background

02:40 What contributed to the popularity of photobiomodulation?

04:09 Targeted effects of red and near-infrared light

07:14 The method formerly known as LLLT and PPM

08:35 Activation of cytochrome c oxidase

09:31 Increased blood flow

10:31 Collagen production

11:17 Headaches

11:51 Sleep and glymphatic drainage

12:45 Improving one system benefits another

14:33 Stimulating different organs

16:22 The body is always trying to return to homeostasis

20:15 Red light will not produce a tan

22:51 Mitochondria retransmit light

23:56 We are beings of light

25:33 Sarah's favourite applications of photobiomodulation

27:58 Targeting the gut to reach the brain

30:40 Degenerative diseases

32:30 Mental health issues

34:09 The skull: skin and brain

36:47 Mouth bacteria management with Lumoral

37:56 Red light as a non-invasive method of treatment

41:37 Different types of red light devices

43:26 It's difficult to overdose red light

44:13 How to best treat joint pain

45:58 Influencers are misrepresenting the use of devices

46:34 When to choose red vs. near-infrared light

47:31 Be careful with red light on your genitals

49:52 Your body (and common sense) will tell you if you're doing it wrong

50:36 Reproductive health

51:20 Red light therapy for race horses and farm animals

53:07 Wake-up lights vs. red light during the winter

54:43 Where to find out more about Sarah's device

Leslie Kenny is an Oxford-based entrepreneur born in California and a graduate of Berkeley and Harvard Business School. In her 30s, her life changed dramatically when she was diagnosed with an array of autoimmune conditions - lupus, rheumatoid arthritis and hypothyroidism. Her doctors told her there was no cure and that they could only be managed with strong immunosuppressants.

Raised with the mentality that it's best to work with your body's innate wisdom to heal itself, Leslie chose to instead support her immune system in its natural abilities. As well as becoming a certified health coach, Leslie began helping scientists at leading European universities, including the University of Oxford, to raise money for their health discoveries.

It was at a meeting with one such scientist that she learned of a compound called spermidine. Because it was a natural and food-derived compound, not a drug that would bring in more money, no one was interested in promoting it. So with the support of esteemed University of Oxford scientists and doctors that make up our Board of Scientific and Clinical Advisors, Leslie launched Oxford Healthspan with its flagship product, the plant-derived spermidine supplement Primeadine®.

Learn more about Leslie and Oxford Healthspan at https://www.oxfordhealthspan.com!

This conversation was recorded in November 2023.

Check https://biohackersummit.com for upcoming events & tickets!

Devices, supplements, guides, books & quality online courses for supporting your health & performance: https://biohackercenter.com

Key moments and takeaways:

00:00 Introduction by Dr. Olli Sovijärvi

01:25 Spermidine basics

02:16 Micronutrients in semen

02:53 Babies need spermidine, mothers lose hair

04:02 It's not just about SAM-e

05:41 Spermidine for recovery

07:46 Natural food sources

08:58 A healthy gut is crucial

09:37 Bacteria that make Spermidine

10:32 Top 3 food sources

14:00 Chlorella as a source of spermidine

15:18 The optimal dose

17:02 Avoiding anti-nutrient dense foods, alternative diets

20:30 Long term effects, hallmarks of aging

22:39 The Goldilocks Zone and fertility

25:50 Other benefits of spermidine & Primeadine

28:00 The Salvage Pathway of polyamines

29:41 When should you start supplementing?

With a passion for pushing boundaries, Eric has revolutionized mushroom cultivation in Finland, setting new industry standards. His expertise extends beyond entrepreneurship; he's a member of the executive committee of the International Medicinal Mushroom Society, amplifying his commitment to advanced use of Medicinal Mushrooms.

In the ever-evolving landscape of health and wellness, functional mushrooms have become a top-selling ingredient category. Eric delves into the traditions surrounding them across cultures, the importance of proper lab testing and high production standards, and the massive but as of yet barely explored potential of mushrooms in contemporary medicine.

Learn more about Eric and Kääpä at https://www.kaapamushrooms.com!

This interview was recorded after Biohacker Summit Amsterdam 2023.

Visit https://biohackersummit.com for upcoming events & tickets!

Devices, supplements, guides, books & quality online courses for supporting your health & performance: https://biohackercenter.com

Key moments and takeaways:

00:00 Introduction by Teemu Arina

01:27 Eric's background & the origins of Kääpä

03:56 Nature connection & superfood abundance in Finland

07:51 How Eric got "into mushrooms"

09:34 Compounds found in functional mushrooms

11:39 Erroneous lab testing procedures

14:10 Those products are not cheap, so you better not be paying for sawdust

15:32 EU regulations are a good thing

16:30 10 years of Biohacker Summit, 10 years of mushroom products

17:52 The mystery around Soma, "magic" mushroom marketing & psychedelics

20:20 How functional mushrooms became a trend

21:32 Specific uses of different mushrooms

24:10 Cordyceps sinensis vs. militaris

26:13 Cordyceps approval in EU

27:16 How to get your hands on "free samples" from Kääpä!

27:43 Amanita Muscaria

33:20 Other psychedelic compounds

34:23 Be very careful and identify mushrooms properly when picking them!

36:30 Psychedelics and the endocannabinoid system

37:06 The Default Mode Network

38:54 Finnish state-supported functional mushroom therapy trials

41:35 Boundary dissolution and empathy

42:45 Psychedelic Mushrooms for World Peace

44:17 It starts with deprogramming yourself

45:07 Prominent figures experiencing life change after psychedelic use

47:18 Empathy and sense of community

48:53 The cultivation of mushrooms

50:18 The Global Mycelial Network

51:49 The theme for the Biohacker Summit Anniversary and its meaning

55:49 The nutraceutical industry vs. the public healthcare system

59:06 Mushrooms are closer to humans than plants

60:07 What real healthcare is actually like

60:47 The red conk mushroom as an example of what could be

64:34 Why it's so very important to check your sources & lab tests

67:08 Only the best quality companies will survive the "mushboom"

67:45 Kääpä as a supplier for other high-quality brands

68:08 Chaga Risotto

69:02 Words of gratitude and The Mushroom Coffin

Many currently established paradigms are based on misconceptions, assumptions, influencer-generated trends and, quite simply, the lack of proper data. As such, dietary choices are often based on generic cliché paths towards desired outcomes such as weight loss, when in fact there is no universally healthy diet especially in regard to maintaining a long healthspan. What works and is sustainable for one person may be harmful to another due to differences in genetics and gut health, which Wade illustrates by juxtaposing his own plant-based diet with Matt Gallant's ketogenic approach and providing various other examples as he explains his concept of the Pyramid of Nutritional Decisions.

Learn more about Wade, Matt and BiOptimizers at https://www.bioptimizers.com!

This presentation was recorded in November 2023.

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Key moments and takeaways:

00:00 Introduction by Teemu Arina

01:10 Wade Lightheart's journey

6:45 The Tribalistic Mosh Pit of Diets

8:10 Biohacker's Handbook and Quality of Ingredients

9:40 Dietary Paradigms as Monocultures

13:00 Limitations Imposed by Various Diets

17:55 Every Diet Change Works For A Limited Time

20:35 Testing, Goals and the Aspect of Longevity

24:55 You Are Your Own Best Nutrition Expert

26:10 Different Diet Goals by Age

26:50 Cultural and Societal Impositions on Dietary Restrictions

30:00 "Cheat Days" AKA re-feeding

33:00 Superfood and Upgraded Beverages

35:35 Nutrigenomics: Choosing Optimal Food Sources

36:55 Histamine vs. Mediterranean Diet

39:13 Foundational Aspect & Performance Aspect of Diets

40:15 Research Is Often Based on Incoherent Selection of Test Candidates

41:18 The Importance of Verifying Individual Genetic Food Requirements

43:43 Supplementing for Dietary Experimentation: Probiots, Gluten Guardian

46:05 The Story Behind BIOptimizers Kapex

47:08 The Biohacker Summit Gathers The World's Foremost Dietary Experts

48:54 How Gut Health Influences Cognitive Health

53:58 Civilization Has Become a Biological Stressor

54:53 Indigenous Tribes and Connection to Nature

57:16 Modern Culture Changed the Makeup of the Food We Eat; GMO

60:05 Maintaining Balance & Flexibility in Dietary Choices

62:28 There is no Silver Bullet, but Testing is Now Easily Accessible

64:48 Nutrition is Technology Interacting with Your Body's Technology

The presentation was recorded at the Health Optimisation Summit 2023 in London, UK.

Teemu Arina has a professional career of two decades as a professional biohacker, author, and speaker. Mr. Arina is one of the forefront figures of the biohacking movement. He is the co-author of the bestselling Biohacker’s Handbook series, curator of Biohacker Summit, host of the Biohacker’s Podcast, and co-founder of the Biohacker Center.

Adam Parker is a detox specialist, podcaster, and speaker. He is also a certified Primal Health Coach and the host of the Ideal Day Podcast. Adam joins Teemu to discuss the content of his presentation.

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Key moments and takeaways:

0:00:00 Introduction by Teemu Arina

0:02:51 The Dark Side of Health and Wellness Conferences

0:12:27 Biohacking for Healthspan Optimization

0:22:43 Models of Self and Others

0:33:30 The Importance of Resilience in Different Aspects of Life

0:34:06 Introduction by Adam Parker

0:38:36 Wounded Healers and the Search for Perfection

0:42:11 Recognizing Shadows and Disconnect in the Health Space

0:45:18 Biohacking and Lack of Depth

0:54:03 Perfecting oneself for personal gain vs. making a meaningful impact

0:57:03 Exploring consciousness through psychedelics and alternative techniques

1:04:28 Embracing Imperfection and Connecting with Humility

1:13:14 The Dark Side of Biohacking and Inner Work

1:19:14 Today's Malformed Leaders and the Deeper Question

1:22:24 Biohacker Summit Events and Facilitating Conversations

1:25:38 Experiencing Nature with actual Foragers

As a positive ageing devotee, she doesn't like the term “anti-ageing”. Ageing is inevitable, but looking and feeling old does not have to be. It's not just about wrinkles. Roberta explores what ageing means in our modern world today - the connection between not just looking good, but feeling good.

Finding ways to optimize beauty and overall wellness are important when you want to live not just longer, but with more energy and vitality. Human health optimization is the answer, and it is the main topic of today's conversation between Roberta and Teemu Arina which is a deep dive on nutrition, recovery, sleep, the connection to nature, balance with your ecosystem and how all of that impacts on a person's physical and mental health.

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Key moments and takeaways:

00:00 Introduction by Teemu Arina

02:31 Roberta Whitney's background

03:24 Teemu Arina's background & Biohacker's Handbook

04:02 About the Biohacker Summit

07:12 The gut-brain axis

08:52 Epigenetic changes through an optimized diet

11:28 Red light therapy & heat alteration

12:51 Building resilience

14:39 Roberta also recommends red light & sauna

15:42 "Organic" is often a misleading label

16:30 Find the right product for your skin condition

16:31 More about red light

19:49 Adding humidity to real & infrared sauna

21:34 The role oil plays on your skin

22:39 The best oils to use on the skin

23:44 Different products for different skin feel

24:59 Beeswax, hemp oil, grapeseed, shea butter etc.

28:24 Feet soaks, peppermint, tea tree oil

29:18 Who was Teemu before he became a biohacker?

30:54 Growing up & Everyman's Right in Finland

34:44 Fundamentals of biohacking

42:04 Where to start if you don't know anything about biohacking

43:59 The two crucial things to focus on: sleep and gut health

49:09 What to do if you have to take antibiotics

51:49 Roberta's role as a guinea pig for her clients

54:44 Which is worse, vegan or vegetarian?

59:29 The advantages of eating meat

1:00:49 Shellfish don't suffer, just eat them

1:02:11 Cooking: don't destroy the ingredients

1:04:24 If you're gonna be a vegan, you better know what you're doing

1:05:46 A diverse diet adjusted to your individual needs is key to longevity

1:07:31 Barbecue is delicious, just not really healthy...

1:08:36 ...but you can enjoy it in moderation

1:10:39 Good nutrition is about balance, not fundamentalism

1:13:44 Know your body, eat accordingly

1:16:54 Going too extreme on diets ruins your balance with your ecosystem

1:08:04 Teemu's personal perspective on biohacking

1:22:59 If you think of your body as a temple, take care of it

1:23:54 Life is difficult, so you better enjoy it

1:26:24 Breathwork modalities, Soma, Wim Hof

1:29:42 If Teemu were to develop a superpower, what would it be?

1:31:09 Upcoming biomarker app release, Biohacker Summit London and Amsterdam

Garnet Dupuis is the CCO of Lucid Studios/NeuroVIZR, He currently resides in the tropical mountain rainforest near Chiang Mai in northern Thailand. A life-long meditator and practitioner of Tibetan Dzogchen, Garnet is also active in wild animal rescue and conservation and has built, manages and funds a sanctuary for apes.

Besides an incredible wealth of life experience, Garnet has a broad education including college, university and graduate trainings in Classical and Clinical Homeopathy, Oriental Medicine, Massage Therapy/Bodywork, Hydrotherapy, Remedial Exercise, Biofeedback, Psychology and English Literature.

Learn more about Garnet and the NeuroVIZR at https://www.neurovizr.com!

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Key moments and takeaways:

00:00 Introduction

03:15 The value of constant learning

04:15 Garnet's life experience

05:30 The two "pills" that changed society

06:40 Travelling before Social Media

08:10 The freedom of Counterculture

09:20 How different generations perceive cultural change

13:30 Growing up amidst technological milestones

14:20 How progress impacts the average healthspan

15:35 Let's play The Imagination Game

16:50 Why the Hippie generation had an interest in the Orient

18:10 The key experience of finding yourself

19:55 Asian spiritual traditions had things figured out a long time ago

21:25 How much was really Lost in Translation

27:15 Oriental spirituality vs. Fast Food Culture and consumerism

28:40 Seeking revelations in India vs. the Amazon

30:55 Teemu's first exposure to mystical experiences

33:40 Nature is not different from ourselves, we are an aspect of it

34:10 Our brain is naturally psychedelic

35:10 Psychoactive agents don't cause experiences, they tap into an ability

36:45 Intense breathwork can induce altered states

40:05 Transcendent experiences from meditation vs. compounds

42:35 The magnetism of Eastern / Asian cultures

44:30 What happens in October 2024

45:05 How to induce altered states using technology

46:00 The concept of First Language

47:50 The abstract nature of sound vs. music

48:20 The experience is not what you see and hear, but the feeling evoked by those stimuli

51:25 Fire flickers around Central Alpha

52:30 Hallucinogens like LSD suppress Alpha

53:40 Technology is catching up - we're close to manipulating light like we manipulate sound

55:30 Teemu's take on the NeuroVIZR

56:50 Agency is secondary to capacity

57:05 Sane vs. unsane vs. insane

58:00 Why a typical NeuroVIZR session lasts 11 minutes

59:20 There won't be legislation that outlaws flickering lights

60:55 NeuroVIZR induces neuroplastic change

61:10 The benefits of an accessible, portable, immediate on/off experience

62:20 Technological progress will connect photobiomodulation with other disciplines

63:00 A NeuroVIZR collection to fit the theme of the upcoming Biohacker Summit: Expanding Consciousness

64:45 To Go Out Of Your Mind At Least Once Per Day Is Tremendously Important

65:30 The people Garnet is looking to work with in the future

66:20 The idea is not to use light to express what the music is saying: explicit vs. implicit

68:20 Brain Entrainment

69:50 How to communicate information for positive neuroplastic change: repetition vs. surprise

73:25 Brain Engagement

74:10 Attention followed by different degrees of destabilization

78:05 The Secret Sauce

80:00 Western medicine and science is unable to treat certain conditions (yet)

81:30 Neurological top-down and bottom-up processes

84:30 Freud, Pavlov and the human organism's capacity to resolve trauma

85:55 What the hell IS information?

87:00 An example of explicit vs. implicit: the Two Mountains

88:10 Delta Dynamics

90:15 Does everyone see different patterns when using the NeuroVIZR?

92:25 Knowing Without Thinking

94:50 The whole point of a surprise

97:10 Don't resist Prediction Errors: it's not just Blinking Lights

98:50 Everybody's Best Friend

100:25 How often do you need to exercise your brain?

100:45 Exercise disguised as Entertainment

101:25 Your Whole Body is Your Brain

102:20 Closing statements & announcements

Shawn Wells has formulated over 700 supplements, food, beverages, and cosmeceuticals and patented 20 novel ingredients including Teacrine, Dynamine and Dihydroberberine and is now known as the Ingredientologist - the scientist of ingredients. Formerly a Chief Clinical Dietitian with over a decade of clinical experience, he has counseled thousands of people on innovative health solutions such as keto, paleo, fasting, and supplements. His book, "The ENERGY Formula" has been recognized by both USA Today and Forbes as well as an Amazon best-seller in multiple categories.

This presentation was filmed during Biohacker Summit Amsterdam in October 2022.

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Key moments and takeaways:

00:00 Introduction by Teemu Arina

03:11 Shawn Wells' personal story

04:20 Depression: You're Not Alone

05:35 Money vs. Changes in Regulation

06:18 The Importance of Facilitated Experiences

07:26 Studies & Metrics

09:19 It May Not Be Your Thing, But Let's Not Make It No One's Thing

09:26 More Studies & Proper Setup

10:12 Cures and Solutions Not Making It Out There

10:32 Ketamine, the Speedster Antidepressant

12:50 It's Not Just About Serotonin

14:32 Psychedelics Don't All Work The Same Way

16:46 It's About Dissociation and Neuroplasticity

17:58 CBD vs. Mood, Pain, Inflammation & Immunity

19:42 Getting Acetylcholine Back

20:48 Microdosing and Noootropics

23:53 Paraxanthine vs. Caffeine

26:19 Insights on Microdosing

29:53 Psychedelics and the Law

The original presentation was filmed during Biohacker Summit Helsinki, Finland, in October 2019.

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Key moments and takeaways:

00:00 Introduction by Teemu Arina

01:10 Peptides for Performance and Health

03:12 Examples of Peptide Applications

06:20 Dr. Daniel Stickler: Biologics and Peptides

09:12 Peptide Sequencing and Manufacturing

10:07 Peptides and their Mechanism

11:03 Neurologic Peptides

11:58 Cerebrolysin

14:27 Cellink

15:41 Dihexa

16:34 FGL

17:28 Rg3

18:23 MT2

19:00 Peptides for Therapeutic Applications

19:21 Data-Driven Health

22:39 Measuring Stress and Adaptability

23:49 Using Biometric Wearables

25:00 Measuring Sleep

24:43 Teemu Arina: Cautionary Advice on Peptide Use

Dr. Volek is a registered dietitian and professor in the Department of Human Sciences at The Ohio State University. For the last two decades, he has performed cutting-edge research on how humans adapt to ketogenic diets with a dual focus on clinical and performance applications of nutritional ketosis. His scholarly work includes more than 300 peer-reviewed scientific manuscripts and five books, and he has provided more than 200 lectures at scientific and industry conferences worldwide. His team at Ohio State University is currently focused on breaking open new applications related to nutritional ketosis. These studies explore the role of nutritional ketosis on cardio-metabolic status, ectopic fat accumulation in various tissues, tumor metabolism, and health outcomes in various types of cancer, and human physical and cognitive capabilities in military personnel.

Dr. Volek is the Chief Science Officer and Co-Founder of Virta Health, a specialty medical clinic that reverses type 2 diabetes safely and sustainably, without the risks, costs, or side effects of medications or surgery. Dr. Volek has a Bachelor of Science in dietetics from Michigan State University, and a Master of Science in exercise physiology and Doctorate in kinesiology and nutrition from Pennsylvania State University.

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Summary and takeaways:

00:06 Introduction by Teemu Arina: the basics of ketosis

01:58 Teemu introduces Dr. Jeff Volek

03:07 Beginning of Dr. Jeff Volek's presentation

04:35 Quick history on ketones

05:26 The Golden Age of ketones (now)

05:59 A primer on ketosis

09:35 Ketogenic adaptation and fat burning

11:41 Various methods of inducing ketosis

12:47 Misconceptions about the ketogenic diet

13:56 Clinical targets and applications of ketogenic diets

14:09 Obesity crisis in the US & potential diabetes risks

15:56 Ketosis vs. biomarkers

17:22 Type-2 diabetes study

19:14 Insane diet recommendations for diabetics

19:43 Cancers vs. glucose

21:06 Metastatic breast cancer trials

21:51 Patient testimonial

23:02 Tumor regression

23:46 Neurological conditions, epilepsy, seizures

24:15 Your brain prefers ketones

25:21 Does the brain function more efficiently on ketones?

25:47 Protection from hypoglycemia

26:32 Neurocognitive performance improves

27:03 Alzheimer's insights

28:17 Traumatic Brain Injuries and paratroopers

29:13 Applications in sports and miliary

31:01 Study involving high-level athletes

31:52 Fat oxidation in athletes on keto

32:24 Glycogen levels maintained on keto: why?

33:37 Obesity as a national security risk

34:37 Unpublished (as of 2018) study & results

37:28 Teemu thanks Dr. Volek

37:39 Things to consider when attempting a ketogenic diet

39:13 What is "keto-flu" and how to prevent it

40:36 Cardiovascular biomarkers improve despite high fat content

41:07 Strict vs. cyclical ketogenic diet (especially important for women!)

42:30 Electrolyte product recommendations

This presentation was filmed during Biohacker Summit London, UK, in 2016.

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Timestamps:

01:20 Jaw Realignment & Vagus Nerve

05:00 Bright Light Device in Nose

10:00 The Many Things Ben Puts in his Coffee

15:00 Variety & Challenge, Targeting Different Parts of the Brain

25:00 Essential Oils, Cognitive Enhancement, Relaxation

30:00 PEMF Devices for Better Sleep

35:00 Measuring Sleep Cycles and HRV

40:00 Supplements and Functional Exercises

45:00 Nature vs. Modern Life: Context Matters when Biohacking

Many of today’s chronic medical issues are related to diet and obesity, yet treatments are focused on medications and surgeries. If you don’t deal with the root cause, the problem never improves. A dietary problem requires a dietary solution.

Dr. Fung is the author of The Obesity Code, The Complete Guide to Fasting, and The Diabetes Code. He is also the scientific editor of the Journal of Insulin Resistance and the managing director of the nonprofit organization Public Health Collaboration (Canada), an international group dedicated to promoting sound nutritional information.

This presentation was filmed during Biohacker Summit Toronto, Canada, in 2018.

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Timestamps:

02:25 The type-2 diabetes epidemic

03:51 Obesity epidemic and dietary changes

07:36 Fasting and insulin

11:16 Physiology of fasting

14:53 Fasting for anti-aging

18:30 Weight loss and metabolism

23:01 Hunger during fasting

25:49 Controlling food cravings

30:46 Mental clarity during fasting

33:01 Fasting and type-2 diabetes

38:13 Fasting for diabetes treatment

40:21 Therapeutic fasting benefits

43:47 Fasting and ketone bodies

Max Gotzler is the Founder and CEO of Flowgrade, a leading brand for cutting-edge Performance Nutrition. He holds an MSc in Economics from Sorbonne University in Paris and a BA in Psychology from Boston University. As a biohacker, former professional athlete, blogger and organizer of Flow Fest, his work has been covered by prominent media outlets including ZEIT ONLINE, Brand Eins, ARD, ZDF, and Bloomberg.

This presentation was filmed during Biohacker Summit (London, UK) in 2016.

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Key moments and takeaways:

1:29 Flow state makes life worth living

2:07 Unproductive vs. productive day

3:29 Concept of the Flow State

5:28 Flow is universal

6:06 The 10000 Hour Rule is done

6:41 Neurochemical changes in Flow

7:44 The Altered States Economy

8:42 Neuroanatomy and neuroelectrical changes

10:12 How can you trigger Flow?

12:33 The importance of habit hacking

15:34 Don't waste your flow

This presentation was filmed during Biohacker Summit, in October 2016, in Helsinki, Finland.

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Key moments and takeaways:

00:00 Introduction by Teemu Arina

01:26 Health benefits of sauna and cold exposure

04:14 Exercise and resilience

07:32 Sauna and longevity

11:23 Heat shock proteins and longevity

17:06 Senescent cells and aging

17:45 FOXO3 gene and longevity

21:06 Heat and cold Stress

24:47 Mitochondrial biogenesis

29:18 Sauna & athletic performance

Wade T Lightheart will be speaking in the Biohacker Summit next week in Helsinki, 1st and 2nd of November!

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Dr. Emilia Vuorisalmi will be speaking in the next Biohacker Summit in Helsinki, 1st and 2nd of November!

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