Biohacking Superhuman Performance Nathalie Niddam
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Biohacking Superhuman Performance is your new favourite podcast all about nutrition, biohacking, longevity, peptides and more! By your host Nathalie Niddam, a certified nutritionist, epigenetics coach and Human Potential coach.
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Episode #227: Healing With Your Mind: The Power of the Placebo Effect with Brandy Gillmore
We’ve all heard of the placebo effect, so we know with certainty that our minds have healing abilities. But how powerful is it really?
In this episode of Biohacking Superhuman Performance, I chat with Brandy Gillmore about her life-changing injury and how she healed herself with her mind. We discuss the power of positive reinforcement, the importance of repetition in creating new positive neuropathways, and how emotions influence healing. It’s important to be careful with how you talk to yourself so that you’re not reinforcing negative energy. Our conversation covers biophotons, and their implications in healing due to the effect it has on cellular proliferation.
Overall, this episode offers guidance for working on your health outside of conventional methods and the power our emotions have over the body.
Brandy Gillmore is a motivational speaker, author, and consultant. Her expertise began after her own devastating illness when she found herself somewhere she never thought she’d be — disabled, spending most of her days in bed, on various forms of morphine, and yet still in extreme pain. For years, one doctor after another told her there was nothing they could do for her. That’s when Brandy became determined to get her life back. She spent several years studying and researching and eventually began to discover key insights that became life-changing. Since her incredible recovery, Brandy works with people worldwide to understand the profound impact that stress and emotions can have on their bodies and their lives.
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What We Discuss:
(1:30) Healing with the mind - Gillmore’s Work
(3:00) Life changing injury
(8:30) Placebo effect and belief
(12:00) Open-Label Placebo Studies
(15:00) How emotions influence healing
(21:00) Amplifying emotions
(28:00) Creating positive neuropathways
(34:00) The shift from effort to full healing
(38:00) Coaching others in mind healing
(42:00) Biophotons
(54:00) Homunculus map
(56:00) Pain relief through mindset
(1:08:00) The 4 minute mile principle
(1:11:00) Find more from Brandy Gillmore
Key Takeaways:
When it comes to healing with the mind, it takes real mental change. You must work on your patterned way of thinking, reinforcing good or positive energy. You can create positive neuropathways in your brain to fight the negative. Working on optimism helps, but you must amplify the emotions and really feel it.
Our subconscious is a very powerful thing. How you speak to yourself can affect how you live and feel. By amplifying your emotions, you can help influence your subconscious by delivering a different message. Repetition helps develop these p -
Episode #226: True Detox Starts With The Cell: How to Upregulate Your Detox Pathways with Dr. Dan Pompa.
Have you tried all of the popular detox methods, but continually feel worse and worse?
In this episode of Biohacking Superhuman Performance, I chat with Dr. Dan Pompa about why popular detox methods aren’t the answer to many of the chronic problems people are suffering from. True detox starts within the cell, and Dr. Pompa discusses the 5 Rs - a step by step guide to cellular health. We also discuss many detoxification myths, hormone resistance (which can be caused by toxins in the cell!), and the process of hormesis.
Overall, this episode offers guidance on upregulating your cell's detox pathways, how to adapt to good stress for maximum benefits and the importance of reducing inflammation.
For the past two decades, Dr. Pompa has been designing, practicing, and teaching his cellular detox strategies around the world, to both practitioners and the public. Dr. Pompa’s powerful presentations focus on ancient fasting strategies, cellular detox, his multi-therapeutic approach to healing, and common, but frequently misdiagnosed autoimmune, hormone, and neurodegenerative conditions. Dr. Pompa’s own story, which he has titled “From Pain to Purpose to Promise,” unveils how his health struggles, family tragedy, and legal battles have transformed him into a powerful health and longevity evangelist which led him to fulfill his purpose.
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(2:00) Look for the cause, not just the symptoms
(5:00) The oral microbiome
(7:00) Detoxification myths
(12:50) The need for binders
(17:30) The 5 Rs of detoxification
(28:00) Take time to learn, not just get treated
(32:00) Heavy metals are the squatters of the cell
(35:00) Hormone resistance
(48:00) Hormesis: Adapting to good stress
(1:04:00) Is red light bad?
(1:10:00) Find more from Dr. Pompa
Key Takeaways:
Detoxification is often maligned. Many detox treatments can work in the short term, but real detoxification starts with the cell. Our cells can naturally detox themselves unless they are overwhelmed. For a lasting, sustainable detox, start working to upregulate the detox pathways in the cell.
The steps for true detoxification: One - upregulate detox pathways in the cell so the toxins are pushed out of the cell. Two - chelators outside of the cell help move the toxins out of the body. Three- Binders are used to mop up any leftover toxins in the gut and liver to remove them from the body.
Hormesis is a good type of stress for the body. You can activate it with exercise, eating stressed plants, cold and heat exposure, and fasting. But it’s important that your body is adapting, otherwise it just turns into a huge negative stress.
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Episode #225: A Deep Dive into Fat Loss Peptides
You’ve heard of Ozempic and Monjarou, but do you know how they work, as well as the benefits, and the downsides?
In this episode, I discuss the use of fat loss peptides, specifically semaglutide and tirzepatide. Tune in as I explore the benefits, differences, and side effects of these compounds. This episode emphasizes the importance of using them properly and making lifestyle changes to achieve long-term weight loss. They do have some highlights - the potential health benefits of these peptides, such as improved insulin sensitivity and heart health can be game changers. Overall this episode provides guidance on protein intake, exercise, and gradual weight loss. You’ll learn who should not use these compounds as well as tips for safe usage and tapering off.
To learn more about peptides, and where to get them, check out my “Nat Recommends” page on my website. It has all things peptides! https://www.natniddam.com/nat-recommends-peptides
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What we discuss:
00:00 Introduction and Overview
01:46 Comparison of Semaglutide and Terzepatide
03:04 Side Effects and Dosage
05:20 Contraindications and Precautions
09:12 How the Compounds Work
14:24 Benefits for Insulin Sensitivity and Metabolism
20:00 Importance of Exercise and Muscle Maintenance
23:18 Gradual Weight Loss and Lifestyle Changes
25:10 Who Should Not Use GLP-1 or GIP Agonists
26:08 Using the Compounds Safely
31:31 Duration of Use and Tapering Off
32:29 Final Tips and Conclusion
Key Takeaways:
Semaglutide and tirzepatide are fat loss peptides that can be effective when used properly.
These compounds have benefits such as increased satiety, improved insulin sensitivity, and higher resting metabolic rate.
It is important to make lifestyle changes, including exercise and protein intake, to achieve long-term weight loss.
Individuals with certain health conditions should avoid using these peptides.
Using the lowest effective dose and gradually tapering off is recommended.
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The Negative Effects of Environmental Toxins on Hormone Health (and how to correct them) with Dr. Anna Cabeca.
If you’re struggling with a hormone imbalance, resist the temptation to just throw more hormones into the mix to try and fix it.
In this episode of Biohacking Superhuman Performance, I chat with Dr. Anna Cabeca - The Girlfriend Doctor, about how environmental toxins and stress can wreak havoc on your hormones, leading to issues like irregular periods and feeling unwell. But, did you know that it can take more than hormones to fix hormones.
The good news? You can improve your hormonal health and even reverse many of these issues naturally. We explore the importance of detoxification to eliminate those toxins and support your body's natural systems. Dr. Cabeca also highlights that birth control pills might contribute to hormonal imbalances due to synthetic ingredients. But hormones are just one piece of the puzzle. This episode emphasizes the importance of a holistic approach, including diet, stress management, and even creating a more alkaline body environment to improve mood and mental well-being.
We also dive into the power of oxytocin, the "love hormone" and how healthy activities can naturally boost your oxytocin levels. Overall, this episode offers guidance on balancing hormone health whether you’re pre-, peri-, or post-menopause.
Anna Cabeca, DO, OBGYN, FACOG, is the best selling author of The Hormone Fix , Keto-Green 16 and MenuPause. Dr. Anna is triple-board certified and a fellow of gynecology and obstetrics, integrative medicine, and anti-aging and regenerative medicine. She holds special certifications in functional medicine, sexual health, and bioidentical hormone replacement therapy. She lectures frequently on these topics throughout the world to large audiences and is known nationally as The Girlfriend Doctor and is the host of The Girlfriend Doctor show. Dr. Cabeca has personally developed natural products to help women balance hormones and thrive through menopause including the highly acclaimed Julva® cream for the vulva and MightyMaca® Plus, a powerful superfood blend. She now lives in Dallas with her daughters, horses, and dogs.
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What We Discuss:
(1:00) The Girlfriend Doctor - creating comfort in conversation
(3:00) How life affects labs
(11:00) Toxins in water
(14:40) Detoxifying from birth control
(18:00) It takes more than hormones to fix hormones.
(22:00) Vitamin D and Iodine - why they are crucial.
(29:00) Supporting the body’s detoxification pathways
(32:27) Annual Mamograms may increase the risk of breast cancer
(37:00) BHRT for post menopause
(39:30) Oxytocin - the most powerful hormone in the body
(46:20) How to help your system overcome long haul effects of viruses
(53:00) Find more from Dr. Anna Cabeca
Key Takeaways:
Exposure to environmental toxins and stress in life greatly affects our hormone health. If you struggle with abnormal menstrual cycles or feel bad all of the time, it can be turned around. You -
Episode #223: The Microbiome and Its Effects on All Other Bodily Systems with Chidozie Ojobor, Ph.D.
Optimizing your gut microbiome is arguably one of the most important things you can do for your health as it plays so many integral roles in almost every body system. This is why, in this episode of Biohacking Superhuman Performance, I chat with Chidozie Ojobor, Ph.D. about the importance of the microbiome's influence on human health, particularly on the gut-brain connection and mental well-being.
He discusses the role of butyrate, leaky gut/brain, probiotics, and the importance of diet diversity in promoting a healthy microbiome. The conversation also covers the impact of modern lifestyle, antibiotics, and colon cleansing on gut health, and how to get accessible gut microbiome testing - in particular, the testing done by Vitract.
Chidozie Ojobor Ph.D. is a Molecular Biologist with over 12 years of experience in Medical Microbiology research, and the co-founder and Chief Science Officer of Vitract. In his early research years, he worked on human rotaviruses that cause severe gastroenteritis in children.
Afterward, he proceeded to earn his Ph.D. in Molecular Genetics from the University of Toronto, Canada. During his doctoral training, he developed through genetic engineering, novel therapeutic entities that target disease-causing bacteria such as the ones found in complex biological ecosystems as the gut microbiome. These tools he developed worked with high specificity and precision, making them the ideal candidates for targeted therapy. Dr. Ojobor's works in the fields he worked in have been well-cited by numerous scientists across the globe.
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00:52 Advancements in Microbiome Research
04:39 The Significance of the Microbiome
05:09 The Gut-Brain Connection
06:22 Microbiome and Mental Health
08:11 The Role of Butyrate in Gut Health
09:06 Butyrate Supplementation
14:05 Leaky Gut and Leaky Brain
21:11 Foods that Promote Butyrate Production
23:06 Probiotics and Microbiome Diversity
29:23 The Role of Geography and Lifestyle in Gut Microbiome
30:03 The Importance of Gut Diversity for Health
31:35 Impact of Modern Lifestyle on Gut Diversity
32:30 Adaptation of the Gut Microbiome to the Environment
34:03 The Influence of Environmental Factors on the Gut Microbiome
35:14 The Complexity of Achieving the 'Perfect' Gut Microbiome
36:03 The Functional Level of the Gut Microbiome
37:19 The Impact of Antibiotics on the Gut Microbiome
39:10 The Resilience of the Gut Microbiome
40:33 The Use of Probiotics During Antibiotic Treatment
45:36 The Detrimental Effects of Prolonged Antibiotic Usage
48:19 The Link Between Food Poisoning and Gut Health
49:17 The Detrimental Effects of Colon Cleansing
50:45 The Controversy Surrounding Enemas and Colonics
53:19 The Impact of Chronic Stress and Antibiotic Overuse on the Microbiome
54:04 The Transition to Gut Microbiome Testing
55:28 The Need for Affordable and Comprehensive Gut Microbiome Tests
56:21 Understanding the Vytract Gut Microbiome Test
58:09 Transparency and Personalization in Gut Microbiome Testing
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Episode #222: Mitochondrial Health, BDNF, Metformin, Paraxanthine, and More with Shawn Wells.
Did you know, the rapid decline of mitochondrial health is one of the root causes of the nation’s major diseases like cancer, PCOS, Alzheimer's, and coronary heart disease?
In this episode of Biohacking Superhuman Performance, I talk with Shawn Wells about mitochondrial health, its effects on our life’s energy, as well as supplements that can help. Berberine, Dihydroberberine, and Metformin all show positive effects on the mitochondria, and we delve into the research and benefits behind each.
We also discuss several other interesting topics like how stoicism and some stress in life are a good thing, the need to continually work on lowering blood sugar levels, and how BEG (brain energy gap) affects mood disorders.
Overall, this episode gives guidance on how to work on improving your life’s energy source to live a fully vibrant life.
Shawn Wells, “The World’s Greatest Formulator”, is a bio-hacktivist who overcame significant obstacles with his own health—weight issues, depression, autoimmune conditions (Epstein-Barr, Fibromyalgia, and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome), two cervical disc replacements, and a pituitary adenoma, which is a type of brain tumor. His health problems led him down a winding path that required him to find science-based solutions, and they sparked his personal passion for biohacking. You can find his book, The Energy Formula, at www.energyformula.com.
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What We Discuss:
(1:50) Mitochondrial dysfunction
(5:30) Mental Health issues (BEG- brain energy gap)
(9:30) BDNF and the importance of purpose
(17:50) Stoicism - growing stronger through stress
(23:00) The benefits of lowering blood sugar
(29:00) Supplements that can help mitochondrial health
(36:00) Is metformin catabolic?
(40:40) The benefits of a flexible metabolism (feast & famine)
(42:00) Paraxanthine & metabolizing caffeine
(52:50) Find more from Shawn Wells
Key Takeaways:
87% of the United States population is metabolically dysfunctional. This means they’re bordering on type 2 diabetes, obesity, blood pressure issues, renal issues, etc. Metabolic dysfunction leads to mitochondrial dysfunction which is causing all kinds of shortfalls in other areas of health such as oxidation issues, telomeres shortening, mitochondrial dysfunction, and increased inflammation. Because the mitochondria are where ATP is created (the body’s energy currency), when it’s dysfunctional, it lowers the ability to live life. Insufficient cellular energy (ICE) is the root of many metabolic diseases like cancer, PCOS, Alzheimer's, and coronary heart disease.
If BDNF levels are high enough, you can create new neurons even as an adult. Learning a new language or instrument, brushing your teeth with the opposite hand, or trying any really difficult task can result in increased brain health. Challenging yourself
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