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Eating healthy is not enough if you don’t properly absorb the nutrients in your food. What’s responsible for making sure you extract every food molecule your body needs? It’s your gut! 

Did you know that poor gut health could be causing your low energy, bloating, IBS, mood swings, anxiety, depression, sleep problems, and stress?

This week’s guest Dr. Erika Ebbel Angle talks about the importance of gut health, what the gut microbiome is, and how to be “internally fit.” As she talks about her breakthrough with her healthcare biotech company, she also explains why her approach to coming up with solutions for gut problems is different than anything else currently on the market. She breaks down the signs of unhealthy gut and why it’s the most important organ that needs more of your attention every day.

She also shares some tips about what you can do to maintain a healthy gut microbiome through diet and lifestyle choices. Plus, she answers some commonly asked questions about gut health, including the dangers of taking antibiotics and probiotics! 

Dr. Erika Ebbel Angle is the CEO and co-founder of Ixcela, a biotechnology company aimed at developing tests and interventions to improve gut microbiome efficacy and health. She received her Ph.D. in Biochemistry in 2012 from Boston University School of Medicine and holds a B.S. in chemistry from MIT. She is a member of the MIT visiting committee for the Dean of Undergraduate Education and is an Advisory Board member for the Ron Burton Training Village. She is also a STEM speaker for the U.S. Speaker Program at the U.S. Department of State. 

 What we discuss:

2:55 - What is a microbiome? 

3:40 - Why should you care about the gut microbiome? 

4:09 - How do you test your gut health? 

11:00 - Why every person’s microbiome varies 

12:20 - Common misconceptions about gut health

14:47 - Do this to track the progress of your gut health now

16:15 - Testimonies from different types of patients who have been working on their gut health

20:07 - Short- and long-term effects of antibiotics on your gut microbiome 

26:00 - How is our body’s different microbiomes related?

30:26 - “Pay for your health now or pay for your disease later”

33:08 - Dr. Erika Ebbel Angle talks about her work on her tests for microbiome health

37:40 - How she makes people understand gut science

43:23 - The effects of Apple Cider Vinegar on the gut microbiome 

45:05 - Does the microbiome heal food intolerances and allergies?

48:57 - Top 3 things a person can do to heal their gut 

Learn more from Dr. Erika Abbel Angle’s website: https://ixcela.com/

Are you bappy, strong and healthy? If not, do you want to be?

Wim Hof, creator of the Wim Hof Method, takes us on an unbelievable journey through the potential of the human experience. His exploits read like the stuff of legend. From sitting against the ice for hours on end, to swimming 100 yards under the frozen sea, to injecting an endotoxin into himself to prove that he could fight it off, Wim is a testament to mind over matter.

The Ice Man is well known for discussing his techniques on breathing, cold emersion and mental fortitude, but in this episode of Complete Human, Wim reveals the connection he feels to all living things, and why it's time for the soul to now be timeless. This rare look at the Man behind the Legend gives us a deep sense of his passion for helping people and why he does what he does.

Man's potential is limitless and many will look at Wim, especially in video's where he is buried in ice for hours, or running a marathon in the desert without water, or climbing mountains in just his shorts, and think that it's either a trick or that he is a freak, something Evan asked him in the interview.

Wim goes on to explain his theory on Top Down Regulation and how it really is easy for people to control their own automimic nervous systems.

He explains how the Wim Hof Method was designed to help people become Happy, Healthy and Strong. Let's be honest, there are a lot of charlatans out there selling a lot of different snake oil for whatever ails you.

Wim is in class all by himself, driven not by money or ego, but by a genuine purpose to leave the world a better place. His methods push the boundaries of human potential and in doing so, reveal the great depths of the soul beneath.

Don't miss this incredible episode of The Complete Human Podcast with the Ice Man, Wim Hof.

For more information on Wim Hof or The Wim Hof Method: www.wimhofmethod.com

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Have you ever felt the torture of seeing someone you love suffer an incurable brain disease? Most of us have. But here’s the good news: a science-proven treatment is underway…and it’s in the form of light!

In this episode of Complete Human, “Vielight” CEO, founder, and inventor Dr. Lew Lim takes us to the mind-blowing scientific breakthroughs in photobiomodulation (also called PBM or light therapy). In layman’s terms, PBM refers to the use of light in stimulating cellular function, healing, and repair. 

Want to know more? Research shows that applying PBM to the brain using light-emitting devices or helmets not only improves cognitive performance but also reduces inflammation and accelerates cellular healing! 

Since 1995, Dr. Lew has been collaborating with world-class scientists, engineers, and business professionals in developing photobiomodulation devices, trademarked as “Vielight.” Tons of clinical research studies and trials prove the potential of PBM as an effective non-invasive and non-pharmacological treatment to the deadliest degenerative diseases (such as Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s), traumatic brain injuries, and psychiatric disorders. 

Here, Dr. Lew goes deep into the history and science behind light therapy, how it works, what research needs to be done, and its pivotal role in our pursuit to ultimate health and wellness.

 What we discuss:

3:00 – How photobiomodulation (PBM) offers hope to people with degenerative diseases

10:30 – How do transcranial and intranasal Vielight PBM devices work?

14:50 – How does PBM devices penetrate the skull and work with the mitochondria?

20:00 – Controversies around the causes of Dementia

26:50 – The olfactory sense, memory, and dementia

34:18 – Can PBM destabilize COVID-19 virus?

40:00 – What to expect when you use the PBM devices

46:50 – What's the difference between alpha and gamma brainwaves? 

Learn more from Vielight’s website: https://www.vielight.com/ 

Mentioned Resources:

Photobiomodulation Treatment in a Concussion Case: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7509409/

On tPBM and Meditation: https://youtu.be/U_5DlnUWW20

Can you last a day without your smartphone? Science says that if you consume digital media longer than 3 hours each day, you might have a problem! 

In this episode of Complete Human, Dr. Andrew Doan breaks down the harmful effects of excessive media use and how to mitigate it.

Citing modern studies, he explains how unregulated gaming and screen time stunts childhood development, leading kids to exhibit symptoms of autism and ADHD. He also discusses the science behind technology-induced sleep deprivation, depression, and other behavioral disorder among adults. Plus, he shares tips on how to manage media addiction and limit its potential harms! 

Where does digital addiction begin? Can we still reverse its physiological and psychological effects? What's the responsibility of gaming and media companies in this growing crisis of overconsumption? 

Dr. Andrew Doan is a neuroscientist, eye surgeon, author, and sought-after speaker who’s highly acclaimed for his deep expertise on digital media addictions. In 2012, he wrote the book, “Hooked on Games: The Lure and Cost of Video Game and Internet Addiction.” With his profound experience and background in science and research, Dr. Doan offers a wealth of knowledge we should all learn from. 

 What we discuss:

2:17 - How dangerous and addictive is social media?

5:20 – Why we experience dopamine rush and sleep deprivation due to social media use

12:24 - Where does digital addiction begin?

17:20 - Signs that you have a problem with digital addiction

20:05 - Is gaming more dangerous than using other social media platforms?

24:37 - Have we taken technology too far in the quest for innovation and capitalism?

25:44 - Digital Candy Vs. Digital Veggie: The negative effects of media overuse on children and adults

35:00 - What is Virtual Autism?

42:08 - What's the doctor-recommended screen time for kids and adults?

57:05 - How to prevent digital addiction and stay away from its potential harms

Learn more about Dr. Andrew Doan: andrew-doan.com

“ Knowledge is the door opener, but you have to walk through it with practice.”
- Lisa Wimberger

On Lisa Wimberger’s fifteenth’ birthday, her body was struck by lightning. And from this experience, she learned how to fight through physical trauma on an emotional and energetic level. Through her experiences, she was able to finally cultivate a relationship with her body, further enhancing her relationship between her mind, body, and spirit.

Today, being a survivor of physical trauma, Lisa is fanatically committed to helping people have a better experience in their bodies by understanding better their nervous system through neurosculpting. This process of meditation involves five easy steps to relax the body while focusing the mind for stress regulation, pattern rewiring, and performance optimization

Lisa Wimberger is the founder of the Neurosculpting® Institute and co-founder of the NeuroPraxis App. She holds a Master’s Degree in Education from the University of Stonybrook, NY, and a Foundations Certification in NeuroLeadership. Lisa began her meditation practice at age 12. Hit by lightning at age 15, and clinically dead on multiple occasions, Lisa uses her traumatic experience as a vehicle for transformation.

What we discuss…

02:06: Getting struck by lightning

04:55: Meet Lisa and her story

08:34: Lisa’s experience with getting struck by lightning and the energetic implications

15:20: How do you break through a dissociative process

22:05: The meditation process and the mind-body connection

31:49: How does neurosculpting play into our perception of the world, both emotionally and energetically

35:54: How the pandemic showed people they weren’t as resilient as they thought they were

38:04: The dark-side of the self-development industry

40:46: Helping out other industries and people with this new method

45:30: Have we really evolved out of reptilian?

49:05: What does it mean when Lisa says animals have enough brains to tan their own hide?

51:14: How to recognize you need help

To learn more about Lisa:

Website: www.neurosculpting.com 

Instagram: @neurosculpting  

Is taking an ice bath good for you?  

In this episode of Complete Human, Janna and Evan share their meticulous process of producing high-grade Cryo Tubs with the environment in mind. Using sustainable materials like copper and reclaimed wood, they offer a cryo experience that boosts human health and harnesses the planet’s healing marvels.

As they share the science behind the Cryo Tub, they also discuss its health benefits and why it’s a better option to cryochambers. Janna and Evan admit there’s still a long road to a healthier planet, but they’re confident that their new Complete Human Cryo Tub takes us closer to that. 

What they discuss…

3:07 – Why cold-water immersion is more cost-effective and earth-friendly than cryochambers

6:40 – The science and purpose behind the Complete Human’s Cryo Tub 

7:30 – What makes the Cryo Tub sustainable and functional

12:40 – What it feels like to be in the Cryo Tub and what to do while in it

15:00 – How cryotherapy controls inflammation, and its resilience-building benefits

17:18 – How cryotherapy activates brown fat, which helps sustain energy in adults 

20:49 – Types of Cryo Tub based on your needs

22:05 – Creating a Cryo Community toward a heathier planet

 
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Body positivity is a revolutionary concept that seeks to uphold individual differences, but a closer look reveals its detrimental effects on our health.

In this episode of the Complete Human podcast, we touch on the dangers that the body positivity movement poses to our well-being. Research shows that obesity is the top contributing factor to deadly COVID cases, and we share why body positivity is part of the problem. 

Also, we discuss how companies disguise body positivity as 'inclusivity' for the sake of marketing and profit. We argue that body positivity reinforces unhealthy lifestyle choices while failing to raise awareness of the root causes of weight problems. 

Are we patronizing companies who capitalize on our need for acceptance? Why does true self-love clash with body positivity?

This episode brims with no-nonsense insights on toxic body positivity, obesity's role in the worsening COVID-19 pandemic, and some supporting scientific facts you should know. 

What we discuss...

3:00 - Body positivity masquerading as 'inclusivity' in marketing campaigns

6:05 - How body positivity hampers your health journey

8:08 - Adele’s weight loss journey and why we should celebrate people who work on their health

10:30 - Why body positivity is the modern-day adult equivalent of the participation trophy

12:00 - The COVID-19 pandemic is an obesity epidemic

16:00 - What to do with companies perpetuating an unhealthy existence

17:50 - A call for educational campaigns and insurance premiums based on health diagnostic profiles

19:49 - Body positivity is a form of self-loathing, not self-love

Mentioned resources:

Audra Williams' tweet about Adele's weight loss: https://twitter.com/audrawilliams/status/1209379014084833280?lang=en

"Our Mind is a triad, an ability to think, feel and choose"
- Dr. Caroline Leaf

In this episode of the Complete Human podcast, Janna and Evan chat with Dr. Caroline Leaf - a clinical neuroscientist and communication pathologist that has spent the last 30 years researching the nature of mental health. 

Dr. Leaf  dives into the essential analogies that identify structural differences. She provides us with key examples on Traumatic Brain Injury Vs. Emotional Trauma and many other fascinating concepts - including why anxiety and depression are not diseases but responses to very extreme situations.

What we discuss...

[01:35] More about Dr. Caroline Leaf’s work

[05:12] The brain & the mind separation

[11:09] A computer analogy to attribute the physical, brain & body

[13:00] How can brain damage be seen physiologically and energetically

[14:17] A focus on how people function for behavioral change

[15:18] Energies & frequencies in the brain

[18:18] How we can teach someone to receive therapy 

[21:34] Structural differences between TBI (Traumatic Brain Injury) Vs. Emotional Trauma 

[23:18] Diving into the brain and emotional components to heal

[23:54] Mind/brain analogies to understand concepts (e.g., neuroplasticity)

[27:11] How our mind and body are wired for survival

[32:00] How Neuroscience helps us observe emotions and physical symptoms

[33:25] Why depression and anxiety are not diseases

[35:56] How to reframe a disease that’s a physical threat

[42:33] Exploring a reconceptualized way of thinking

[44:11] How to overcome your fear of change

[50:35] How intensity creates a strong brain pattern

[52:46] Giving yourself permission to be resilient

[57:00] Steps to rebuild & manage your mind

[01:00:52] What happens to us when we die?

To learn more about Dr. Caroline Leaf:

Website: drleaf.com
Instagram: @drcarolineleaf

In the world of biohacking, Ben Greenfield may be the truest practitioner of that craft. Today in our candid interview with him, we discuss this ancient craft and what he does day after day to optimize his entire life. From red light to ice baths, to how he structures his workday, and how he works out, Ben takes us through a day in the life of one of the most famous bio-optimizers.

Like a lot of our guests, we find that Ben’s mission and his success, seems like more of a spiritual journey than a physical one. There is no doubt that a deep spiritual connection and mission drive. We learn about what Ben does daily, and why he thinks hours of meditation is not necessary. Ben talks about his secret to the ultimate power nap and how he incorporates psychedelics into his life.

What we discuss...

2:16- Living better and longer with biohacking

6:08- How does biohacking in its pure vernacular, compare to this idea of optimizing what we currently do & can do to live a better life?

8:14- What does the day in the life of Ben Greenfield look like?

17:47- How does Ben coach people on how to actually live a better life?

20:32- How to overcome the systematic mindset to healthy living

22:33- Can you have performance, longevity, and aesthetics all at the same time?

27:12- Happy Living v. Health Addiction

28:53- What is your purpose? Do you have a purpose statement?

33:59- How to strengthen a marriage?

38:47- Ben’s Top Health Tip

To learn more about Ben:

Website: bengreenfieldfitness.com
Instagram: @bengreenfieldfitness
Podcast: Ben Greenfield Fitness

What does it take to be a major Hollywood Stuntwoman and Ninja Warrior? In this episode of Complete Human, Janna and Evan interview Jessie Graff and find out how this amazing human reframes fear to accomplish the impossible.

Jessie takes Janna and Evan through an intense Ninja Warriors workout and has to help him off the warped wall. 

Jessie has followed her passions her entire life and become an inspiration to young girls the world over, including Evan's daughter. This Complete Human takes us on her incredible journey of passion, purpose and how she uses fear to accomplish the impossible.