How to beat mould toxicity with biohacks

Update: 2024-06-04

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Summary

Camilla Thompson is a fellow biohacker and wellness coach. She shares her journey into biohacking, starting with her own health struggles and eventual diagnosis of mould poisoning. She discusses the importance of personalised health and the need for more education and access to healthcare.

The conversation also touches on the state of health and wellness in Australia, the rise of obesity and chronic diseases, and the influence of big food companies.

We share our favourite biohacks, including hydration, fasting, sauna, cold showers, and supplements like NMN and magnesium.

We discuss various biohacking techniques and our personal experiences with different hacks. We talk about the importance of quality supplements, the potential risks of certain biohacks, and our excitement for the Biohacking Conference in Dallas.

Camilla's Bio

Camilla has been a health coach for 10 years and her brand The Wellness Coach was a first of its kind 11 years ago.
Camilla is currently studying to be a nutritionist and is an active biohacker, recently launching a new brand 'BioHackMe'.
She is an executive wellbeing coach, certified nutrition health coach, mental health first aider and has studied epigenetics and neuroplasticity.
She regularly delivers talks at health retreats like Elysia and to corporates across Australia & NZ, and MCs events also.
Camilla is also the co-founder of Select Wellness, a company who specialise in the design and delivery of bespoke strategic mental health and wellbeing programs.
She has worked with Canva, Atlassian, PwC, Woolworths, Wesfarmers, Westpac, Optus, Hermes, Unilever, Sydney Metro and Microsoft to name a few of her clients. She has coached many high profile executives and leaders across these varying industries.
Camilla founded MouldSafe last year, a company that offers mould testing and remediation as well as supporting people living in mould.
Camilla's media includes radio interviews and her business Select Wellness has been featured in the SMH, AFR, The Australian, Mumbrella, Ad News, Mediaweek and HR Daily.
She loves to keep fit, is passionate about cooking healthy food, grows her own veggies, is an ocean lover and regularly practices yoga and pilates.

Camilla's social channels

Instagram - @biohackmecoach and @thewellnesscoach

Website - www.biohackme.com.au

Takeaways

Biohacking can be a powerful tool for improving health and wellness, especially for those with chronic illnesses or undiagnosed conditions.
Personalised health is crucial, as everyone's biology and needs are unique. Understanding your own body and experimenting with different biohacks can lead to better outcomes.
The state of health and wellness in Australia (and globally) is concerning, with rising rates of obesity, chronic diseases, and mental health issues. More needs to be done to educate and support people in achieving optimal health.
Access to healthcare and affordable, nutritious food is a major issue, with big food companies often prioritising profits over public health.
Simple biohacks like hydration, fasting, sauna, cold showers, and supplements like NMN and magnesium can have a significant impact on overall health and well-being.
Women's health and hormones play a crucial role in biohacking, and there is a need for more research and education in this area.
Biohacking should not be extreme or obsessive, but rather a balanced approach to optimising health and longevity.
The future of medicine lies in personalised medicine and precision health, where treatments and interventions are tailored to individual needs and genetics. Quality supplements are important, and it's crucial to do blood work to understand one's deficiencies before taking supplements.
Some biohacks may have potential risks, so it's important to research and consult with professionals before trying them.
Nutrition plays a significant role in overall health, and it's important to focus on eating real, quality food.
Stress management is essential, and finding techniques like exercise, breathwork, and nature can help regulate the nervous system.
Creating a low-tox environment by using air and water filters and choosing natural, chemical-free products is important for overall health.
Prioritising self-care and putting oneself first is crucial for long-term health and well-being.