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Ep80: Siim Land on Keto & Fasting Benefits (+Top Tips)

Ep80: Siim Land on Keto & Fasting Benefits (+Top Tips)

Update: 2019-01-21
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Author, biohacker and high-performance coach, Siim Land, is today’s guest interview. He shares his thoughts on the ketogenic diet and explains why intermittent fasting is so beneficial. We then find out about the best ways to start getting into intermittent fasting and time-restricted eating for beginners. We also go into discussing multi-day fasts, autophagy and its benefits, longevity, cognition, working out, effects of coffee/tea, the best ways to break fasts, as well as the more extreme dry fasting method. Go to the show notes at https://www.biohackerslab.com/ep80-siim-land/ for more links & highlights.

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Ep62: How to Heal Yourself (Expert Tips) • Dr Jeremy Howick

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Ep58: How to Start Losing Weight if You Are Obese • Dr Tro Kalayjian

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Ep57: Am I Addicted To Sugar Quiz (Easy Test) • Dr Jen Unwin

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Ep56: How Does CBD Oil Work? • Dr Philip Blair

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Ep55: Best Foods for Healthy Teeth & Gums • Dr Steven Lin

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Ep54: Is the Low Carb Diet Good for Athletes? • Dr Peter Bruckner

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Ep53: Is Hypnosis Safe & Good For You? • Bill Patterson
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Ep53: Is Hypnosis Safe & Good For You? • Bill Patterson

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Ep52: Mikhaila Peterson Diet (Arthritis & Depression Success Story)
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Ep52: Mikhaila Peterson Diet (Arthritis & Depression Success Story)

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Ep51: How to Lower High Estrogen Levels (Naturally) • Dr Anthony Jay

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Ep50: Best Ways to Brew Coffee (+ Cold Brew Coffee) • Asher Yaron

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Ep49: Is Drinking Fresh Roasted Coffee (Within 24 Hours) That Much Better? • Asher Yaron

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Ep48: Low Carb (Vegan Keto) Diet Results for Type 1 Diabetes • Dr Carrie Diulus

2018-05-0401:18:31

Ep47: How to Deal with Chronic Pain (Management Tips) • Dr Daniel Lewis
Melbourne based rheumatologist & consulting physician, Dr Daniel Lewis, is today’s guest interview. Daniel shares with us how we can use natural approaches, to help manage pain and reduce inflammation. He helps to explain the key role diet plays in inflammation, the powerful connection between the mind and the body, plus, the importance of meditation in managing stress and slowing down cellular aging. We then find out about how the 12 Pathways to Wellbeing program can help guide us and offer lifestyle strategies for a healthy life. We also go into discussing mindfulness, omega-3 supplements, pain medications and the benefits of using biofeedback technology. Go to the show notes at https://www.biohackerslab.com/ep47-dr-daniel-lewis/ for more links & highlights.

Ep47: How to Deal with Chronic Pain (Management Tips) • Dr Daniel Lewis

2018-04-2700:51:45

Ep46: Is a Ketogenic (Low Carb) Diet Heart Healthy? • Dr Bret Scher
US certified cardiologist, Dr Bret Scher, is today’s guest interview. Bret shares with us the benefits of a low carb high fat, or keto diets, in preventing heart disease. He helps to explain why we should be re-thinking our fear of fat and why some doctors are still reluctant to do so. We then find out about the importance of lifestyle factors such as diet, exercise, sleep and stress management on prevention of cardiovascular disease. We also go into discussing LDL and the importance of context when evaluating blood work, statins, and familial hypercholesteremia. Go to the show notes at https://www.biohackerslab.com/ep46-dr-bret-scher/ for more links & highlights.

Ep46: Is a Ketogenic (Low Carb) Diet Heart Healthy? • Dr Bret Scher

2018-04-2100:55:351

Ep45: Ample Keto Meal Replacement Review • Connor Young
CEO and Founder of Ample Foods, Connor Young, is today’s guest interview. Connor shares with us information about Ample Foods’ meal replacement drink for people on the go, made with high quality, healthy ingredients. He also helps to explain some of the food industry standards and practices as well as the challenges food companies face when sourcing good quality ingredients for supplements and other food products. We then find out how Ample prioritises ingredient sourcing and ensuring their product is the best it can be. We also go into discussing how powdered fat is made, ensuring there is no oxidation of fat, what sweeteners, fats and protein are used (and why), as well as different types of products for different diets. Go to the show notes at https://www.biohackerslab.com/ep45-connor-young/ for more links & highlights.

Ep45: Ample Keto Meal Replacement Review • Connor Young

2018-04-1400:45:00

Ep44: How Virta Health Online Diabetes Reversal Treatment Works • Dr James McCarter
Biotech entrepreneur and Head of Research for Virta Health, Dr James McCarter (MD, PhD), is today’s guest interview. James shares with us how Virta established the first online type 2 diabetes reversal program providing clinically-proven treatment and support from a remote setting. He also helps to explain how Virta can help patients suffering from other metabolic diseases such as prediabetes and obesity. We then find out some of the things included in their programme such as ongoing personalised support from a fully qualified physician, patient education materials, daily access to a health coach, and biometric health data feedback. We also go into discussing the Virta prescribed diet (low carb/keto), weaning off medications, benefits of nutritional ketosis, and the amazing results their studies have shown. Go to the show notes at https://www.biohackerslab.com/ep44-dr-james-mccarter/ for more links & highlights.

Ep44: How Virta Health Online Diabetes Reversal Treatment Works • Dr James McCarter

2018-04-0600:57:431

Ep43: How Does A Lack of Sleep Affect You (+ Better Sleep Tips) • Dr Amy Bender
Sleep scientist, Dr Amy Bender, is today’s guest interview. Amy shares with us the importance of sleep on our health and recovery. She helps to explain what sleep deprivation is and how it differs from sleep restriction. We then find out what are the three main factors affecting sleep, what factors impact our recovery ability from a lack of sleep, and how to improve the quality of sleep we are getting. We also go into discussing physical activity, exposure to light, chronotypes, optimal sleep and wake timing, melatonin hormone release, deep sleep tips and how to tell we are getting enough sleep. Go to the show notes at https://www.biohackerslab.com/ep43-dr-amy-bender/ for more links & highlights.

Ep43: How Does A Lack of Sleep Affect You (+ Better Sleep Tips) • Dr Amy Bender

2018-03-3001:05:301

Ep42: Best Diet for Insulin Resistance (+ Extra Tips) • Dr Benjamin Bikman
Scientist & expert on metabolic disorders, Dr Benjamin Bikman, is today’s guest interview. Ben shares with us the basics on insulin and why it matters. He helps to explain how insulin resistance works, how we can test for it and what early symptoms to watch out for. We then find out how we can make sure our insulin stays at (or returns to) a healthy level using the right diet, sleep and exercise. We also go into discussing why normal sugar levels aren’t necessarily a good indicator of normal insulin levels, how restrictive eating can help normalise insulin levels and how best to approach supplements when it comes to insulin. Go to the show notes at https://www.biohackerslab.com/ep42-dr-benjamin-bikman/ for more links & highlights.

Ep42: Best Diet for Insulin Resistance (+ Extra Tips) • Dr Benjamin Bikman

2018-03-2601:06:112

Ep41: How the Oura Ring Sleep Tracker Works (+ Tips) • Petteri Lahtela
The CEO and Co-Founder of Oura Health, Petteri Lahtela, is today’s guest interview. Petteri shares with us the news of the release of Oura’s second generation ring. He helps to explain the importance of restorative sleep on recovery from the day’s stresses, optimising performance and general health. We then find out how we can use the Oura ring to improve our sleep quality as well as quantity, how we can extrapolate bio-signals indicative of various imbalances in the body and how we can use the ring to get personal guidance in other aspects of our lives including diet and timing of exercise. We also go into discussing the accuracy of the ring, new features, factors negatively affecting sleep, EMF and more. For a nice Oura ring discount use the coupon code BIOHACKERSLAB at checkout to help save yourself some money on a new Oura ring. Go to the show notes at https://www.biohackerslab.com/ep41-petteri-lahtela/ for more links & highlights.

Ep41: How the Oura Ring Sleep Tracker Works (+ Tips) • Petteri Lahtela

2018-03-1601:25:051

Ep40: Why Taking Care of Your Mitochondria is so Important & How to do It • Dr Lee Know
Canadian licensed naturopathic doctor, Dr. Lee Know, is today’s guest interview. Lee shares with us the newest scientific research on mitochondria and how it affects our overall health and longevity. He helps to explain the importance of exercise, diet and getting the right supplements for keeping our mitochondrial healthy. We then find out how we can generate more mitochondria and the single best thing we can do for mitochondrial health. We also go into discussing the environmental factors that damage our mitochondria, overeating, sedentary lifestyles, intermittent fasting and the damaging effects of EMF and more. Go to the show notes at https://www.biohackerslab.com/ep40-dr-lee-know/ for more links & highlights.

Ep40: Why Taking Care of Your Mitochondria is so Important & How to do It • Dr Lee Know

2018-03-0900:54:57

Ep39: Is The Low Carb High Fat Diet Safe During Pregnancy? • Lily Nichols
Registered dietitian & certified diabetes educator, Lily Nichols, is today’s guest interview. Lily shares with us the latest well-researched advice on eating a low carb high fat diet during pregnancy. She helps to explain the importance of eating a real food diet and getting the right nutrients for optimal health, both for the unborn baby and mother. We also go into discussing the problems with official pregnancy food guidelines, the avoidance of certain foods issue and weight gain during pregnancy. We then find out about the best ways to manage gestational diabetes, hypertension and preeclampsia, as well as what some of the issues are with vegetarianism, avoiding salt, breastfeeding and more. Go to the show notes at https://www.biohackerslab.com/ep39-lily-nichols/ for more links & highlights.

Ep39: Is The Low Carb High Fat Diet Safe During Pregnancy? • Lily Nichols

2018-03-0200:58:01

Ep38: Easy Jet Lag Hacks to Help Reduce Travel Fatigue • Christopher Babayode
Flight attendant and naturopathically trained nutritional therapist, Christopher Babayode, is today’s guest interview. Chris shares his 20-year experience with flying and talks about the health impacts of air travel and what we can do to protect ourselves. He also shares great tips for all types of fliers and helps explain the difference between jet lag and jet stress. We then talk about readjusting to different time-zones, symptoms of jet lag, grounding and adaptogen herbs. We also get into structured water, cabin air quality and more great tools we can utilise to help us bounce back quicker. Go to the show notes at https://www.biohackerslab.com/ep38-christopher-babayode/ for more links & highlights.

Ep38: Easy Jet Lag Hacks to Help Reduce Travel Fatigue • Christopher Babayode

2018-02-2300:50:00

Ep37: The Carnivore Diet for Women Success Story • Amber O' Hearn
Carnivorous diet proponent, Amber O’Hearn, is today’s guest interview. Amber shares with us her 9 years of experience of eating an all meat diet. She helps to explain what the benefits of eating this way are and why women should not be afraid of adding more protein to their diet. We talk about weight loss, ketosis, macros and eating when you are hungry. We also go into health benefits such as resolving some mental health disorders and countless other issues such as arthritis, asthma, skin problems, irritable bowel syndrome, Crohn’s and colitis, just to name a few. We then discuss some common concerns for women including menstural cycle, pregnancy and breastfeeding. Go to the show notes at https://www.biohackerslab.com/ep37-amber-ohearn/ for more links & highlights.

Ep37: The Carnivore Diet for Women Success Story • Amber O' Hearn

2018-02-1601:03:09

Ep36: Do Doctors Lie to Patients? • Dr Ken Berry
Board Certified Family Physician, Dr Ken Berry, is today’s guest interview. Ken shares with us some of the big lies our doctors tell us and why we can’t always trust our physicians to give us the best diet advice. We learn the truth about cholesterol, weight loss and using diet to treat various health conditions, including type 2 diabetes and hypertension. We also go into discussing hormones, the carnivore diet, the “milk lie” and how milk intolerances don’t always manifest in the way we may expect. Go to the show notes at https://www.biohackerslab.com/ep36-dr-ken-berry/ for more links & highlights.

Ep36: Do Doctors Lie to Patients? • Dr Ken Berry

2018-02-0901:03:22

Ep35: How to Take Care of Our Eyes Naturally • Dr Travis Zigler
Eye health expert & optometrist, Dr. Travis Zigler, is today's guest interview. Travis shares with us what we can do to mantain eye-health and some root causes of preventable blindness. We talk about his company Eye Love and their mission as well as common eye problems such as loss of lens flexibility, cataracts and the commonly misdiagnosed dry eye syndrome. Travis explains the importance of diet, hydration, and protecting ourselves from sun, UV and blue light exposure in keeping our eyes healthy. We also find out what supplements he recommends and the main things to be aware of with macular degeneration. Go to the show notes at https://www.biohackerslab.com/ep35-dr-travis-zigler/ for more links & highlights.

Ep35: How to Take Care of Our Eyes Naturally • Dr Travis Zigler

2018-02-0200:59:29

Ep34: Powerful Healthy Lifestyle Habits Anybody Can Do Today • Ben Greenfield
Health and fitness expert, Ben Greenfield, is today's guest interview. Ben shares with us how he goes about structuring his day for maximum efficiency, all the while ensuring his health and fitness mantain a priority. We talk about the importance of movement, how he saves time through consistency of diet and efficient exercise and the role of outsourcing in managing stress. Ben also shares three key things he focuses on to keep stress at bay, the importance of gratitude and some pros and cons of home schooling. Finally, we find out what tests to take in order to tailor the best personalised diet plan. Go to the show notes at https://www.biohackerslab.com/ep34-ben-greenfield/ for more links & highlights.

Ep34: Powerful Healthy Lifestyle Habits Anybody Can Do Today • Ben Greenfield

2018-01-2600:46:36

Ep33: Health Benefits of Drinking Exogenous Ketone Esters • Dr Brianna Stubbs
Ketone research expert, Dr Brianna Stubbs, is today's guest interview. Brianna shares with us the the exciting news of the public commercial release of the exogenous ketone ester she has been researching for years. She helps to explain what the benefits of ketones esters are for athletic performance and when else could you drink the exogenous ketone ester. We also go into discussing other possible applications like traumatic brain injury recovery, cognitive enhancement and more. We then find out about some of the risks to watch out for and the guidance on how much to drink. Go to the show notes at https://www.biohackerslab.com/ep33-dr-brianna-stubbs/ for more links & highlights.

Ep33: Health Benefits of Drinking Exogenous Ketone Esters • Dr Brianna Stubbs

2018-01-2100:46:27

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Ep80: Siim Land on Keto & Fasting Benefits (+Top Tips)

Ep80: Siim Land on Keto & Fasting Benefits (+Top Tips)

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