Welcome to another episode of The Synthesis of Wellness Podcast! Today, we are talking all about my latest n=1 experiment: using the FlexBeam (a red and infrared light therapy device) on my gut microbiome. Then, we transition into cosmetic peptides with an emphasis on TB-500 for stimulating and accelerating hair growth! Thanks so much for tuning in!
- Biohacking congress in Miami
- Invitation to connect with me for meet-ups and ticket discounts
2. Red and Infrared Light Therapy
- Introduction to the red light and infrared therapy device (FlexBeam)
- Description of the device's features and capabilities
- Explanation of its ability to penetrate up to 10cm within the body
- Interest in exploring the impact of red and near-infrared light on the gut microbiome
- Definition of Photobiomodulation and its healing properties
- Mention of studies exploring the effects of light therapy on the gut microbiome
- Discussion of the impact of Photobiomodulation on gut microbial diversity
4. Human Microbiome Studies**
- Mention of preliminary unpublished work using Photobiomodulation on the human microbiome
- Increases in Akkermansia muciniphila, Bifidobacterium sp., and Faecalibacterium sp.
- Impact on the Firmicutes:Bacteroides ratio as an indicator of gut health
- Experiment using the FlexBeam device with both red and infrared light
- Explanation of the wavelengths used in the experiment
- Description of the experiment's frequency and duration
- Excitement about the potential results and anecdotal observations
6. Transition to Cosmetic Peptides
- Introduction to the topic of cosmetic peptides
- Focus on thymosin beta-4 and its various uses
7. Thymosin Beta-4 for Hair Growth
- Background information on thymosin beta-4
- Discussion of the hair follicle structure and growth cycle
- Explanation of the anagen, catagen, and telogen phases
- Role of stem cells in the bulge area during anagen phase
- Overview of the acceleration of stem cell migration due to thymosin beta-4
8. Stem Cell Migration and Hair Growth
- Significance of stem cell migration in hair follicle growth
- Natural expression of thymosin beta 4 during anagen phase
- Migration of cells from the bulge to the bulb region
9. Effectiveness and Administration
- Discussion on the effectiveness of thymosin beta-4 for hair growth
- Mention of a study using topical thymosin beta-4 on shaved rats
- Role of angiogenesis in promoting blood flow to the scalp
- Connection between inflammation and decreased blood flow
- Topical application in most studies
- Mention of subcutaneous injections for broader repair/regeneration
- Emphasis on working with licensed physicians
- Acknowledgment of individual variability in hair growth approaches
- Reminder of the importance of addressing root causes of hair loss
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