David Ortega B. Podcast

David Ortega B.

Welcome to the home of learning, reflection, and going deep in the science of wellness, the pillars of health, giving you specific drops of wisdom and enlightening conversations to help you become your highest version of yourself and enjoy your stay in this lifetime! davidortegab.substack.com

  1. 8 MAY

    Is Your Smartphone Damaging Your DNA?

    It’s not just a lack of willpower; it’s a biological hijacking. We are living in a fast-paced society that has turned us into “slaves” of digital technology, fundamentally altering our attention spans to the point where even a 30-second video feels too long. Here is what is happening under the hood: - Epigenetic “Locks”: Chronic digital rewards trigger enzymes that add methyl groups to your DNA, “silencing” control genes and locking in addictive habits at a cellular level. - The Wanting vs. Liking Gap: Your brain’s “wanting system” (dopamine) is driving a relentless chase for the next notification, while your “liking system” (opioids) becomes numb, leaving you unable to enjoy real-life pleasures. - The 1,000% Spike: Digital triggers can cause a massive 1,000% surge in dopamine, which inevitably leads to a massive shortage or “crash,” resulting in brain fog and anxiety. Ready to stop being a “puppet” to the algorithm and reclaim your human edge? 🧠✨ Discover the “Eraser” enzymes that can clean your DNA and the specific “Epinutrition” protocol to reset your system in the full episode 👇🏼 Short 👇🏼 https://youtube.com/shorts/WO68NSme54U #DopamineDetox #Epigenetics #DigitalWellness #Biohacking #MentalClarity #BrainHealth #AttentionEconomy #Wellness #digitaladdiction #reward #system #body #disconnection #social #isolation #anxiety #depression #psychology #biology #neuroscience #connection #friendship #oxytocin #environment #purpose #healing #movement #davidortegab #podcast Get full access to David’s Substack at davidortegab.substack.com/subscribe

    36 min

  2. 4 MAY

    Can Habits Become Permanent? The DNA Imprint 🧬

    Ever wondered why the first three weeks of a new routine feel like a literal battle? It’s because change isn’t just a mental shift; it’s a biological eviction process. 🧬 In this episode, we break down why your cells resist “The New You” and how to finally win the war against your own biochemistry. Here are 3 Mind-Blowing Insights from the Episode: 1. The Neuropeptide Bath: Your thoughts are translated into chemical signals—specifically CRF (stress) and NPY (calm). These don’t just bridge synapses; they inundate your entire neural network, sustaining emotional states long after a thought has passed. 2.The Receptor Trap: When you overstimulate your system (hello, mindless scrolling!), your body protects itself by destroying its own receptors. This creates a biological deficit where you need more stimuli just to feel “normal”—the root of all cravings and tolerance. 3. The 66-Day Threshold: Forget the 21-day myth. Biology takes approximately 66 days to reach the molecular foundation of a habit, moving from conscious effort in the prefrontal cortex to an optimized, subconscious routine in the basal ganglia. Most people quit because they don’t understand the “DNA Imprint Protocol”—the specific steps needed to lock a habit into your epigenetic engrams so it lasts a lifetime. Want to know the exact protocol to silence the amygdala’s “tantrum” and stay in the green zone? Watch/Listen until the end to discover the biological roadmap to a new DNA imprint. 👇🏼 Short 👇🏼 https://youtube.com/shorts/zgV8xN36l6w #neuroplasticity #behavioralscience #habits #shift #mindsetmatters #biohackingtips #HolisticHealth #ScienceOfChange #Epigenetics #WellnessWisdom #subconciousmind #patterns #repetition #neuralpathways #neuroscience #psychology #science #holistichealth #stressrelief #cortisol #effort #prefrontalcortex #fear #lazy #discipline #motivation #impact #mindset #calm #peace #sympatheticnervoussystem #parasympatheticnervoussystem #flow #balance #amigdala #emotions #love #body #exercise #personalgrowth #davidortegab #podcast Get full access to David’s Substack at davidortegab.substack.com/subscribe

    28 min

  3. 1 MAY

    The Neurobiology of Self-Sabotage: Why You Fall Into the Trap!

    In this powerful Episode, I go far beyond the willpower myth to reveal the intricate, biological roots of self-sabotage. I explore how your brain prioritizes internal stability over external growth, using a powerful root system of subconscious drivers to keep you ‘safe’ from the very success you crave... 🎧 In this episode, we will: - Uncover the hidden roots of ‘Subconscious Loyalties’ that dictate your present behavior. - Explore how a ‘Limbic Hijack’ can completely override your rational plans. - Discover how ‘Cognitive Reframing’ is the master key to unlocking a new future. …and reveal 5 other critical neuro-systems you must understand to break free from the cycle 👇🏼 Short👇🏼 https://youtube.com/shorts/WHdcbJTlht0 If you like the episode you can follow me: Website: https://www.davidortegab.com Substack: https://substack.com/@davidortegab, YouTube: https://youtube.com/@davidortegabscience #selfsabotage #Neuroscience #Mindset #PersonalGrowth #WillpowerMyth #Neuroplasticity #BreakThrough #ancestral #lineage #legacy #loyalty #life #experiences #lessons #selfesteem #struggle #goal #motivation #objective #vision #success #threat #uncertainty #stress #inflammation #brain #pathways #BDNF #rewire #epiegentics #protect #love #emotion #limbic #psychology #davidortegab #podcast Get full access to David’s Substack at davidortegab.substack.com/subscribe

    35 min

  4. 22 ABR

    Why You Need Purpose to Survive?

    Today, I dive into the “Biology of Purpose”—how your “Why” can literally rewrite your genetic code, slow down aging, and even predict your bank account balance. In this episode, I bridge the gap between cutting-edge neuroscience and ancient spiritual wisdom. I explore the 5 Pillars of Health through the lens of The Biology of Purpose: - Physical: How eudaimonic well-being shuts down inflammatory genes. - Mental: The neurobiology of resilience and the “Awakened Brain.” - Spiritual: Neurotheology and the Biocentric universe. - Financial: Why purposeful people earn more and stay resilient under stress. - Social: Lessons from the Blue Zones on the “Plan de Vida.” - Forget “happiness”—it’s time to find your purpose. Having a purpose in life is the bridge to healing your cells and developing an antiaging system that will give vitality and longevity 👇🏼 Short 👇🏼 https://youtube.com/shorts/lm9_wMSnnv0 #biology #purpose #neuroscience #spirituality #science #longevity #eudaimonia #mindsetmatters #biohacking #holistichealth #awakenedmind #brainhealth #FinancialResilience #bluezones #meaningfullife #anxiety #depression #inflammation #antiviral #immunity #socialconnection #socialimpact #psychology #davidortegab #Podcast Get full access to David’s Substack at davidortegab.substack.com/subscribe

    30 min

  5. 17 ABR

    Why Your Heart Knows the Truth 5 Seconds Before Your Brain?

    We’ve been taught that the brain is the command center, but science is revealing a far more profound truth: you possess a Bio-Illuminated Compass (a divine wisdom). In this episode, I deconstruct the somatic divide between frantic panic and the quiet, steady signal of intuition. In this episode, I dive deep into: - The 0.1 Hz Frequency: Discover why this specific biological resonance is the “Frequency of Clarity,” allowing your heart to drive your nervous and immune systems into perfect synchronization. - Panic vs. Intuition: Learn to distinguish the “Amygdala Low-Road” (cortisol surges) from “Subconscious Pattern Recognition” (serotonin release). - The Hardware of Choice: How your vmPFC uses bodily markers to calculate the value of a choice instantly, bypassing slow analytical reasoning. - Digital Overload & System Failure: Why “Miller’s Law” and the deluge of modern pings are literally shutting off your biological intuition. - Unlocking Flow: The secret of Transient Hypofrontality—how temporarily deactivating the prefrontal cortex can boost your productivity by up to 500%. Stop letting “Magnetic Deviance”—the cognitive chatter of “what-ifs”—pull you away from your core values. It’s time to recalibrate your internal compass and step into a soul-led life. Listen now to master the science of your gut feeling 👇🏼 Short 👇🏼 https://youtube.com/shorts/e-_KiMXi0L4 Remember to subscribe to my channel: ⁨@davidortegabscience⁩ for more science bridging spirituality with the five pillars of health! #neuroscience #biohackingtips #intuition #flowstate #heartcoherence #holistichealth #vagusnerve #mindset #optimization #somatichealing #healing #body #signals #compass #thinking #rationalthought #creative #thinkingpositive #guthealth #feelings #heart #wisdom #earth #frequency #field #collective #intelligence #information #knowledge #power #life #decisions #choices #psychology #anxiety #psychology #davidortegab #podcast Get full access to David’s Substack at davidortegab.substack.com/subscribe

    29 min

  6. 15 ABR

    The Biology of Letting Go: Detach & Boost Your Immune System!

    In this episode, I bridge the gap between ancient forgiveness rituals and modern psychoneuroimmunology to understand how “letting go” is actually a biological necessity for longevity. I dive into the science of how emotional “baggage” manifests as physical inflammation and how you can use the chemistry of your emotions to boost your defense systems. What I cover: - The Science of a Grudge: How persistent negative emotions trigger chronic inflammation through the lens of psychoneuroimmunology. - The Chemistry of Emotion: A look at Candace Pert’s groundbreaking work on neuropeptides and why your cells “feel” what you think. - The Forgiveness Protocol: A step-by-step bio-hack designed to lower blood pressure and reset your nervous system. Save this episode for the next time you feel stuck in a loop of overthinking or resentment. Your immune system will thank you👇🏼 Short 👇🏼 https://youtube.com/shorts/oaXxVChAHbE #psychoneuroimmunology #immuneboost #holistichealth #immunity #biohackingtips #emotional #wellness #mindbodymedicine #mindset #mindbodyconnection #candacepert #forgiveness #protocol #longevity #healing #childhood #wounds #psychology #ancientwisdom #davidortegab #podcast Get full access to David’s Substack at davidortegab.substack.com/subscribe

    25 min

  7. 13 ABR

    Intermittent Fasting:You’re Doing It Wrong!

    If you think intermittent fasting is just about skipping breakfast, you’re not only missing the point—you might be damaging your metabolism. Most people treat fasting as a simple caloric restriction, but the science shows it is a precision chronobiological intervention. Without the right timing and refeeding sequence, you are leaving results on the table and risking hormonal burnout. In this episode, we deconstruct the “Architecture of Intermittent Fasting” to move you from basic restriction to precision cellular reprogramming. In this Episode you’ll learn: - The 24-Hour Gold Standard: We reveal why 24 hours is the “crossover point” where hepatic glycogen is exhausted, triggering deep nutritional ketosis and accelerating systemic autophagy (marked by LC3-I to LC3-II conversion). - The Female Fasting Paradox: Applying male-centric fasting protocols to a dynamic female endocrine system can induce biological burnout. We discuss how to sync your fast with the HPG axis, especially why you should avoid fasting during the progesterone rise in the luteal phase. - Mastering the “First Bite”: Breaking a fast violently can cause metabolic shock. Learn the 10-Minute Rule: consuming fiber, protein, or fat strictly 10 minutes before carbs to buffer gastric emptying and preserve insulin sensitivity. Discover the right fasting protocol for you 👇🏼 Short 👇🏼 https://youtube.com/shorts/ti5kaMRCb2k #intermittentfasting #autophagybenefits #MetabolicHealth #CycleSyncing #biohacking #InsulinSensitivity #Chronobiology #HealthOptimization #weightlosstransformation #healingjourney #bodytransformation #diabetes #disease #ketones #BrainHealth #metabolicflexibility #science #holistichealth #nutritiontips #food #fasting #Protocol #davidortegab #podcast Get full access to David’s Substack at davidortegab.substack.com/subscribe

    34 min

  8. 13 ABR

    What is the Source of Your Anxiety?

    In this Episode, “What is the Source of Your Anxiety?” I’m diving deep into the Molecular Architecture of Your Ancestral Echoes. We aren’t just talking about family stories; we’re talking about the biological fingerprint that trauma leaves on our DNA. In this episode, I explore: - The Three-in-One Phenomenon: How a single event can impact three generations simultaneously. - The Brain’s Alarm System: Why your Amygdala (the “Smoke Detector”) might be firing off false alarms in a safe room. - Grandmother’s Wisdom: Why your “hyper-sensitive” nervous system isn’t broken—it’s actually a highly tuned survival gift from your ancestors. - Rewriting the Script: How neuroplasticity and “bottom-up” healing allow you to manually widen your window of tolerance and reclaim your calm. The body keeps the score, but you hold the pen. It’s time to stop the cycle and transform inherited vulnerability into evolutionary strength. 🎧 Listen to the full episode now to discover how to regulate your nervous system and rewrite your biological blueprint 👇🏼 Short 👇🏼 https://youtube.com/shorts/IlQreKBChjg #intergenerational #trauma #epigenetics #mentalhealth #matters #neuroplasticity #healingjourney #AnxietyRelief #bodykeepsthescore #nervoussystemregulation #holistichealth #BreakTheCycle #psychology #mindfulness #breathing #somatichealing #davidortegab #podcastclips #podcast Get full access to David’s Substack at davidortegab.substack.com/subscribe

    26 min
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  • Creador
    David Ortega B.
  • Años de actividad
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodios
    236
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    © David Ortega B.
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