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Today’s guest is a health optimization consultant for world-class leaders, athletes, and professionals and your faithful host, Andrés Preschel! In this Ask Me Anything episode, Andrés answers a series of listener-submitted questions posed by his partner in life and love, Parker Leiro (AKA The Rolling Sloan). Join us for an honest, transparent, and self-reflective conversation about the importance of prioritizing where we choose to spend our energy, why good-quality sleep is the foundation for everything else we do, and why Andrés believes that biohacking should be accessible to everyone, not just an elite few. Tuning in, you’ll also gain some insight into the surprisingly simple things that will change your health for the better and the books that can help you build good habits, find long-term happiness, and use your biggest challenges as a training ground for greatness, plus so much more!

Key Points From This Episode:

• Where Andrés is choosing to focus his time and energy these days. [04:55]
• Why learning to say no is one of Andrés’ biggest takeaways from the past year. [09:07]
• Ways that men can counteract the dip in testosterone that comes with modern life. [10:06]
• Reflections on biohacking and why Andrés believes it should be more accessible. [14:38]
• What the Health Optimisation Summit does better than other biohacking events. [19:46]
• 10 things that will change your health, including sleep, sunlight, and more! [22:00]
• What Ben Greenfield can teach us about the benefits of walking every day. [30:42]
• How a “No Social Media Sunday” can help you replenish your dopamine levels. [31:45]
• Insight into the masterclass on sleep that Andrés is launching soon. [34:55]
• Recommended reads from the past year and how to join Andrés’ book club. [35:43]
• Advice for getting “out of the matrix” and starting your own business. [38:23]
• A recent challenge Andrés overcame and what it taught him about accountability. [42:28]

Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

Dr. Shanna Swan

Blue Cannatine

Health Optimisation Summit

Ra Optics

Ben Greenfield

One Sec App

Atomic Habits

Tim Ferriss and James Clear Podcast Episode

The Almanack Of Naval Ravikant

Chop Wood Carry Water

Commit Action

DRYM Health

The Rolling Sloan

Parker Sloan Leiro on Instagram

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In this episode, we bring together three remarkable individuals who have made significant contributions to the field of biohacking: Naveen Jain, Catharine Arnston, and Dr. Ted Achacoso. Naveen Jain, a visionary entrepreneur, and philanthropist, shares his insights into the power of mindset and the impact of cutting-edge technologies on human health and performance. Drawing from his vast experience as the founder of Viome, Naveen discusses the intersection of technology, biology, and personal transformation. Catharine Arnston, a renowned nutritionist and founder of ENERGYbits, dives into the fascinating world of algae-based nutrition and its potential to optimize physical and mental well-being. With her expertise in the field of superfoods, Catharine explores the remarkable benefits of algae and its role in enhancing vitality and longevity. Dr. Ted Achacoso, a leading authority in precision medicine, shares his pioneering approach to personalized healthcare. Driven by the principles of systems biology, he discusses the importance of individualized interventions and explores the synergistic effects of lifestyle, nutrition, and supplementation on overall health optimization. Join us as we delve into these captivating conversations and uncover groundbreaking perspectives on biohacking. From cutting-edge technologies and personalized nutrition to mindset and the future of healthcare, this episode promises to inspire and empower you on your own biohacking journey.

Key Points From This Episode:

• A brief introduction to Naveen and why being sick is a choice. [02:28]
• Actionable, simple steps to prevent yourself from getting sick. [03:53]
• How mindset influences the process of becoming healthier. [05:59]
• Keeping track of your health progress. [07:20]
• What Naveen thinks everyone should know about their body. [08:05]
• How Naveen’s health has improved since using the Viome approach. [08:45]
• An important takeaway message he has for listeners. [09:37]
• Learn how ENERGYbits is good for your health and wallet. [12:45]
• Why Catharine considers spirulina and chlorella as superfoods. [14:51]
• Find out what makes ENERGYbits different from other brands. [16:52]
• Introducing Dr. Ted Achacoso and what he is currently working on. [19:05]
• Advice on how to stop your thoughts and clear your mind. [21:04]
• The benefits of stopping your thoughts to health optimization. [22:18]
• Signs that you are excessively focused on improving your health. [23:56]
• What the company hopes to achieve with its work. [25:46]
• Helpful resources to begin your health optimization journey. [30:17]
• Final words of wisdom Dr. Achacoso has for listeners. [32:23]

Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

Naveen Jain

Viome Life Sciences

Catharine Arnston on LinkedIn

ENERGYbits

ENERGYbits Discount Code

ENERGYbits on Twitter

Dr. Ted Achacoso on LinkedIn

Troscriptions

HOMe/HOPe 

Biohacking Conference

Upgrade Labs

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Ra Optics produces the world's best blue-blocking eyewear and today we are very excited to bring you a conversation with the company's CEO, Matt Maruca! Matt is an expert on light and its huge influence on our physiology and after meeting in person recently at the Health Optimisation Summit in London, it only seemed right to sit down and unpack some of his wisdom and the benefits of the glasses he is bringing to market. Matt has an amazing ability to distill advanced topics into actionable steps and vital insights and listeners can expect to come away from this episode with a whole lot of useful information and reasons to get serious about circadian rhythms. Matt generously shares some of his own health journey, dealing with diet and learning, and how this led to his current work. We also have time to discuss the connections between the different parts of our physiology and the central piece that sleep and light play in this configuration. So to catch it all from one of the most intuitive, present, and grounded people around, be sure to press play! 

Key Points From This Episode:

• Matt shares his appreciation for the recent Health Optimisation Summit. [05:14]
• A brief definition of health optimization and what brought Matt to the conference. [06:06]
• How Matt found himself in his current business; producing blue-blocking eyewear. [10:03]
• Differentiating between types of light and light energy. [14:01]
• The reasons for the evolution of our circadian rhythm. [18:49]
• The two lens types that Ra Optics currently offers. [31:33]
• Matt explains why the daylight lenses are so important. [41:16]
• Immediate effects experienced by the nervous system. [45:18]
• Conditioning healthy sleep and the power of the mind in determining the state of our system. [49:18]
• The specifics of the sunset lenses; avoiding the damaging cycle of overstimulation. [54:10]
• Data and research into blue-light blocking and sleep. [1:04:14]
• A holistic approach to the factors that combine to determine our health. [1:11:16]
• Matt shares the five pillars of the light diet! [1:15:24]
• Healthy seasonal adjustments to meal times. [1:23:31]

Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

Matt Maruca on Instagram

Ra Optics (use code Andres10)

Matt Maruca on Twitter

Health Optimisation Summit

Buckminster Fuller

Oura

Aaron Rodgers

Joe Dispenza

You Are The Placebo

Becoming Supernatural

Andrew Huberman

Brian Hoyer

SaunaSpace

The Circadian Code

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Today's episode contains a series of interviews from the recent Health Optimisation Summit, held in London. Tuning in you will hear from a selection of informed voices talking about what brought them to the event, and some specific thoughts on the concepts of health optimization right now. Lucas Aoun from Boost Your Biology offers some accessible ways that you can use supplements to improve every day before we hear from Sol Brah about his holistic philosophy for making the most of our physiology and how we share information. Max Lugavere then talks a little about his presentation at the summit, and building information networks to promote healthy communities. Chris Rinsch tells us about his product, Mitopure, his company Timeline Nutrition, and the foundational aspects of mitochondrial health before we hear from Jim Kwik about some deeper aspects of healthfulness, including fulfillment, recovery, and self-awareness. Lastly, listeners will get to hear from Wade Lightheart about his goals for BiOptimizers and his best advice for pursuing optimal health on the individual level. Join us to catch it all in this special episode!

Key Points From This Episode:

• Lucas Aoun shares his hopes for the conference and his foundational thoughts about health optimization. [05:13]
• Simple and practical steps from Lucas for the average person to improve performance. [07:03]
• Why Lucas is so excited about dileucine and theacrine. [08:51]
• Health optimization according to Sol Brah. [13:39]
• Ancestral approaches to health; how Sol Brah evaluates the value of information. [17:24]
• Sol Brah's advice for sharing wisdom online. [20:37]
• Chris Rinsch talks about his product, Mitopure, and his excitement about the summit. [26:35]
• A targeted approach from mitochondria in the skin. [29:37]
• Chris shares his definition of optimal health and promoting a holistic philosophy toward physiology. [32:59]
• Jim Kwik's thoughts on health optimization and his reasons for attending the summit. [32:00]
• Thoughts on fulfillment, self-knowledge, and failure from Jim. [40:17]
• Wade Lightheart talks about the mission at BiOptimizers and how this translates at the event. [43:27]
• How Wade defines optimal health and his primary advice for achieving it. [44:03]
• A little bit of info on the book Wade is publishing later this year! [51:00]

Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

Health Optimsation Summit

DRYM

Chris Rinsch 

Mitopure

Timeline Nutrition

Jim Kwik

Jim Kwik on Twitter

Limitless

Lucas Aoun on Twitter

Max Lugavere

Max Lugavere on Twitter

Sol Brah

Sol Brah on Twitter

Wade Lightheart

Wade Lightheart on Twitter

GlucoseGoddess

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One of the most fundamental layers of health and wellness is our breathing pattern. On the show today to speak about his work and research into the power of the breath and the amazing influence it can have on our lives is Bryan Mirabella. Bryan is the mind and body behind Quantum Fitness, and we get to access a whole lot of his wisdom and insight on the subjects of the breath and our physiology, with some extended focus on diet, sleep, medicine, and training. Bryan even talks about why he believes that humans are capable of living forever through the implementation of the right practices! For Bryan, we have been socialized and conditioned into an unnatural relationship with air and food, and he explains the transitional states that are necessary to correct this and his choice to live as a fruitarian. We also get to discuss simple steps for better breathing and sleep, why we are failing the next generation, and what the world might look like with more enlightened communities. Join us to hear it all!

Key Points From This Episode:

• Bryan talks about how he was introduced to the power and influence of the breath. [06:03]
• Reasons that the breath is overlooked in training. [09:29]
• The components of breathing that enable better sleep. [11:42]
• Bryan unpacks the significance of sleep. [15:35]
• Examining the modern conceptions of health and focus. [20:16]
• Getting to grips with infinite possibilities and Bryan's vocabulary; BOLT scores, functional breathing, baselines, and more. [25:03]
• Understanding the terms 'breatharian' and 'fruitarian'. [31:28]
• Accessible steps around nutrition to begin the journey. [35:09]
• A little about Ascended Health and why Bryan backs the company. [44:19]
• Bryan talks about some of the myths of diet and body fat! [48:41]
• Advice about strength and fitness training from Bryan. [57:49]
• Issues with our failures to teach young athletes how to breathe. [1:05:50]
• Closing thoughts from Bryan on the importance of our breath. [1:07:47]
• A quick walkthrough of the nose-unblocking technique! [1:11:30]

Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

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Quantum Fitness

Bryan Mirabella on Instagram

Bryan Mirabella on Twitter

Dr. Belisa Vranich

Dr. Lois Laynee

Israel Adesanya

Christian Bohr

Konstantin Buteyko

Oxygen Advantage

Patrick McKeown  

ENERGYbits

Ascended Health

Paul Saladino

Andrew Huberman

Dr. Nathan Bryan

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When most people think about skin health, the first thing that comes to mind is probably expensive skincare products or collagen supplements. But there is so much more to consider, including the strength of your teeth and bones, maintaining a healthy weight, building muscle, managing stress, trusting your gut, and more! Today on Know Your Physio, we welcome back board-certified dermatologist Dr. Jen Haley, who is on a mission to change how we care for and think about our skin. With a background in nutrition, fitness, and skin science, Dr. Jen understands the true integration of wellness and its effects on skin health, which you will learn more about during the course of our conversation. As you’ll find out, taking good care of your skin is important for more than just your appearance, and Dr. Jen has a whole host of suggestions to keep you looking (and feeling) your best. She also believes that we can reframe beauty and shift our focus from aesthetics to authenticity, enabling us to live longer, healthier, and more beautiful lives. Tune in for a fascinating discussion about all of the natural, holistic, and sustainable ways you can improve your skin health today!

Key Points From This Episode:

• Maximizing the benefits of sunlight without harming your skin. [02:39]
• Why we need vitamin K2 in combination with vitamin D and others. [05:50]
• The relationship between physical fitness and skin health. [08:18]
• Some of the Rs of aesthetic medicine: resurfacing, relaxing, and re-volumizing. [08:40]
• Strength training for longevity, a youthful look, and weight maintenance. [15:24]
• Dispelling common myths about collagen and tips for using it effectively. [23:32]
• Why Dr. Jen started her podcast, Radiance Revealed, during COVID. [27:24]
• The role of advanced glycation end products (AGEs) in aging. [28:19]
• Ways that hormonal birth control methods can impact your skin. [35:50]
• Why optimizing natural hormone production is important for men and women. [38:24]
• Suggestions for women going through menopause, including cortisol management. [39:56]
• Why Dr. Jen loves red light therapy and microneedling for collagen stimulation. [50:37]
• Highlights from Dr. Jen’s experience of the Biohacker Summit. [56:00]
• Why she believes that authenticity is more important than aesthetics. [1:04:22]
• Tips for using information from your devices as guidance rather than gospel. [1:09:46]

Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

Dr. Jennifer Haley on LinkedIn

Dr. Jennifer Haley on Instagram

Radiance Revealed Podcast

Ep. 77: Dr. Jennifer Haley: Skin Health Starts From Within

Chris Masterjohn

Dr. Andrew Weil's 4-7-8 Breath 

Biohacker Summit

Dr. Gabor Maté

40 Years of Zen

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In today’s episode, the tables are switched as Andrés Preschel is interviewed by Ben Greenfield on the Ben Greenfield Life podcast. Ben is a well-known figure in the field of health and fitness. He is an author, speaker, podcast host, and consultant who has dedicated his career to exploring and optimizing human performance. With a deep passion for biohacking, endurance sports, and holistic wellness, Ben has gained a significant following and has become a respected authority in the industry. His dedication to helping others achieve their health and wellness goals is evident through his various platforms, where he disseminates information, offers practical advice, and inspires individuals to take charge of their own well-being. In our conversation, we delve into everything performance through the lens of freediving, from breathing exercises to natural supplements that will optimize physical and mental performance. We discuss building fitness and interoception, improving sleep, defying the aging process, how to achieve peak performance, the spiritual side to health, and much more. Tune in for this thought-provoking episode as we dive deep into the realm of performance optimization, providing valuable insights and practical tips for listeners looking to maximize their physical and mental potential.

Key Points From This Episode:

• Introduction and a brief background about Andrés. [05:12]
• Andrés explains various breathing techniques and their applications. [07:50] 
• How to increase freediving and breath hold performance. [11:15]
• We discuss the major limitations of using SCUBA gear. [15:02]
• Overview of the various stretching techniques for freediving. [16:36]
• The benefits of mastering freediving to everyday life. [19:12]
• Discover what got Andrés interested in freediving and spearfishing. [21:30]
• Hear about Andrés’ health and wellness journey. [26:09]
• Learn how attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) can be a superpower. [29:05]
• Find out how Andrés cured his ADHD. [32:08]
• The good, the bad, and the ugly side of gluten. [34:55]
• We compare our approaches to healthcare and working with clients. [39:08]
• A deep dive into blood work and biomarkers. [48:55]
• Insights into the spiritual side of health and wellness. [55:15]
• Final takeaways that Andrés has for listeners. [1:05:00]

Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

Ben Greenfield

Ben Greenfield on Facebook

Ben Greenfield on Instagram

Ben Greenfield on Twitter

My Octopus Teacher

Post Session Podcast

Biostrap

Ōura

Cardiomood 

Heads Up Health

DRYM Health

Maverick America

Evolve Freediving

Dead Tide Sportfishing

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Today’s guest believes that there’s an astronaut in everyone. Sally J. Tindall is an airline pilot, human factors researcher, and candidate astronaut. She joins us in conversation to share an insider’s perspective on the workings of AdvancingX, where founder Eduardo Diaz has pioneered a project to optimize team design and efficiency for space travel. Listening in, you’ll hear about Sally’s philosophies that being yourself is the only way to make a significant impact on the world and that surrounding yourself with the right people for you is the best way to enhance your contribution. We touch on a plethora of topics, from behind-the-scenes missions at AdvancingX and testing the efficacy of the team you’ve built, to resolving conflict in space, and common problems that astronauts experience during their trips beyond our planet. Tune in today to hear all this and more! 

Key Points From This Episode:

• Welcoming Sally J. Tindall to today’s conversation. [06:52]
• Why Sally never speaks on behalf of people and what makes her different. [08:07]
• How owning being different improves your life. [10:16]
• Proof of Sally’s belief that being yourself makes you better. [11:15]
• How Sally has ended up among some of the most talented people in the world. [12:53]
• What makes a great team leader. [14:50]
• Sally’s experience of joining AdvancingX. [17:00]
• What it’s like to join AdvancingX today. [18:41]
• A regular question Sally is asked: is Ed a real person? [19:30]
• Behind the scenes at AdvancingX. [20:40] 
• What AdvancingX is and what it’s accomplishing. [22:45]
• Testing the efficacy of the team you have built. [27:45]
• The main objective of the work they do: to find the village for you. [30:30] 
• Resolving conflict in space. [31:47]
• Navigating the emotional aspect of adding and subtracting from teams. [34:31]
• The likelihood of working with the same team on more than one mission. [37:07]
• Interpersonal and psychological problems that arise on space missions. [39:12]
• Physical and psychological characteristics that you need to be able to have a career in space. [42:12]
• Buzz Aldrin’s influence on neutral buoyancy training. [44:18] 
• How AdvancingX is making space accessible to everyone. [47:52]
• Why Sally considers her work to be more about the mind than the body. [48:40] 
• The resilient thread that runs through every person who enters the program. [51:00]
• How Sally would pick an astronaut out of a crowd. [52:54]
• How connecting to your inner child makes you better at your job. [56:30]
• The underlying mission of AdvancingX. [01:00:53]
• Sally’s advice for young people. [01:09:35]

Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

Sally Tindall on LinkedIn

Concorde

AdvancingX

Eduardo Diaz

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Embarking on a career as an astronaut is no easy feat. It is a rigorous, cut-throat process that demands candidates surpass a sky-high bar of qualifications and experience in order to be considered. With countless aspiring space explorers vying for a limited number of spots, the competition is fierce, and the stakes are astronomically high. Joining us today is Alejandro Guerra, an Aerospace Engineer and Career Astronaut Candidate at AdvancingX. In this episode, Alejandro guides us through what it takes to be an astronaut and pursue a career in space science. He shares his views through the lens of his diverse experience and background working in the space sector. In our conversation, he explains the range of skills needed for working in space and shares his fascinating career journey. We discuss the physical toll that being in space has on your body, the pioneering work occurring in the sector, the psychological aspect of working in space, the training procedures involved, and why learning from experience is vital. We also delve into what makes a good leader, how astronauts deal with disagreements in space, AdvancingX’s secret sauce to building effective teams, and much more. Tune in to discover what it takes to get to space with Alejandro Guerra!

Key Points From This Episode:

• Alejandro’s passion for space science and how he became interested in the field. [02:45]
• Insight into the diversity of skills needed to become an astronaut. [06:21]
• The physical and mental toll space has on the body and how astronauts prepare for it. [10:20] 
• Examples of how to manage disagreements or frustrations among team members. [16:21]
• What makes a good team member, how true leaders delegate, and the value of trust. [19:58]
• Alejandro’s professional journey and the fascinating work he is involved with. [23:00]
• How he stays humble, fosters a continual drive to learn, and his plans for the future. [27:44]
• Whether he would volunteer to be a part of the first group to colonize Mars. [32:22]
• Alejandro’s perspective on what qualities make for a good leader in the space sector. [36:00]
• Tips for communicating with team members when you are wrong (and when it's the right time to ask for help). [37:28]
• The AdvancingX team building algorithm and how it is beneficial to team leaders. [39:50]
• How the team building algorithm contributes to Alejandro’s personal life and steps listeners can take to become better team members. [49:02]
• A look at the briefing procedures at AdvancingX and their role in team building. [52:08]
• How Alejandro is able to build a growth mindset and put his ego aside. [53:50]
• A final takeaway that Alejandro has for listeners. [55:47]

Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

Alejandro Guerra on LinkedIn

AdvancingX

European Space Agency

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While many of us may have dreamed of becoming astronauts when we were younger, only a select few people have the skills and determination necessary to make it a reality. Here today to share her story is Eleonore Poli, an analog astronaut, Ph.D. student, Founder of CHASM and Climate Clock Project, Career Astronaut candidate, and the first guest in our new miniseries with AdvancingX, which aims to inspire the next generation of Career Astronauts. In this episode, Eleonore shares how she applies science in her day-to-day life to keep herself productive and fulfilled. Dedicated to reshaping the world for the better, she aims to prepare for the future of space exploration while also using her knowledge to improve life on Earth. Join us as we take a deep dive into productivity, workflows, morning and evening routines, nutrition, supplementation, and sports performance, and how Eleonore manages to do all this while living a happy, healthy, and fulfilled life. She also offers her perspective on burnout (and how to prevent it), what it means to be mission-oriented in a sustainable way, and much more. Eleonore’s unique knowledge, experience, and perspective are enough to take us above and beyond the stratosphere, so be sure to strap yourself in for an out-of-this-world conversation!

Key Points From This Episode:

• Introducing AdvancingX and their Career Astronaut program. [00:50]
• The varied skills and competencies that you need to become an astronaut. [11:11]
• Whether Eleonore considers herself a specialist or a specialized generalist. [13:36]
• A typical day in her life (and why you should make time to ”change your horizon”). [20:09]
• Strategies that Eleonore uses to stay on top of her busy schedule. [24:39]
• Finding a balance between headbanging and cramming for exams! [31:54]
• How Eleonore knows that she’s starting to burn out and how she prevents it. [32:58]
• The value of introducing a little bit of danger to your life! [38:40]
• Ways to “microdose” the effects of danger, such as heat and cold exposure. [40:24]
• What Ironman taught Eleonore about the importance of planning and procedure. [43:55]
• The role of visualization in reducing decision fatigue in Eleonore’s life. [46:37]
• Insight into Eleonore’s approach toward her diet and nutrition. [54:16]
• How recording your good ideas wherever you are can increase your productivity. [57:02]
• Activities that might increase your chance of having good ideas in the first place. [1:01:08]
• Eleonore’s advice for getting the most out of life: discipline yourself, get excited! [1:11:13]

Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

Eleonore Poli on LinkedIn

Eleonore Poli on Instagram

Eleonore Poli on Twitter

Eleonore Poli on YouTube

Eleonore Poli TEDx Talk

The Climate Clock Project

Conference on Human Analogue Space Missions (CHASM)

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