417: The Energy Formula and Biohacking From Home With Shawn Wells

You all really enjoyed Shawn Wells the first time he was on, and I’m glad to say he’s back again! Shawn has written a fascinating new book, The Energy Formula, and it’s safe to say we all want more of that! Just to tell you a little about Shawn, he is one of the world’s leading nutritional biochemists and has personally formulated over 500 supplements and cosmeceuticals, as well as patents on 10 novel ingredients. He is also formerly a chief clinical dietitian with over a decade of clinical experience. Today we cover some very specific advice on ways you can have more energy, and how this equation is a little bit different for each individual person.Episode Highlights With Shawn WellsThe biggest factors for having more energyA subtle but important shift in mindset that makes a big difference in healthWhat we can actually learn from data and studies (and what the limitations are)How to increase compliance and actually stick to changesSome simple labs to track to see if something is working for you (HA1c, CRP, oxidized LDL), glucose, HRV, etcHow to figure out the healthiest diet for you personallyWhat sirtuins are and why these matter (for aging)Some easy exercise hacks to make it more efficientA reason to stop doing cardioThe power of “I am” statements for creating changeHow a growth mindset helps us improve in every areaWays to increase resilience and use hormesis to our advantageHow stoicism relates to healthAnd more!Resources We MentionShawn WellsThe Energy Formula by Shawn WellsHeads Up HealthVitamin D147: Using Heart Rate Variability with HeartMath to Stop Stress & Improve Nervous System HealthThe Four Agreements by Don Miguel RuizDeep Work: Rules for Focused Success in a Distracted World by Cal NewportThe Obstacle Is the Way by Ryan HolidayBoundless by Ben GreenfieldDid you enjoy this episode? Please drop a comment below or