Renee Belz & Lauren Sambataro

Biohacker Babes
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We're sisters and the Biohacker Babes! We want to empower you to become your own biohacker and upgrade your life. The Biohacker Babes podcast aims to create insight into the body's natural healing abilities, strengthen your intuition, and empower you with techniques and modalities to optimize your health and wellness.

  1. 2D AGO

    What Your Hair Says About Your Health l HTMA Testing, Mineral Ratios, Zinc-Copper Balance & Heavy Metals with Dr. Stephen Cabral

    Tune in for our conversation with Dr. Stephen Cabral where he breaks down why even health-conscious biohackers can struggle with chronic symptoms, pointing to hidden imbalances that standard approaches often miss. He emphasizes starting with gut and immune health and explains why comprehensive lab testing, especially Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis (HTMA), offers insights that blood work alone can’t capture. The conversation explores how stress, electrolyte imbalances, and heavy metal exposure quietly drain resilience, making proper detoxification and mineral balance essential. Dr. Cabral also shares practical guidance on magnesium, zinc, copper, iron, and adrenal support, tailoring advice for high performers under constant pressure. We also dive into our personal HTMA results so you can get a front row seat on what a typical HTMA consultation looks like. Throughout the episode, he underscores that optimal health isn’t just about supplements and protocols, but also mindset—building “stress calluses” and taking a truly holistic, systems-based approach. Dr. Stephen Cabral is a Board-Certified Doctor of Naturopathy and founder of EquiLife, the global integrative health organization providing at-home lab testing, personalized wellness protocols, and concierge health coaching to over 300,000 clients over the past 25 years. He also founded the Integrative Health Practitioner Institute (IHPI), which has certified over 5,000 practitioners globally, and hosts The Cabral Concept podcast with 3,500+ episodes and 100 million+ downloads. After overcoming a life-threatening illness at 17, Dr. Cabral went on to get his doctoral degree and completed over 2,200 internship hours all over the world including India, Sri Lanka, China, Europe, and the U.S. SHOW NOTES: 0:42 Welcome to the podcast! 3:13 About Dr. Stephen Cabral 4:12 Welcome him to the show! 4:48 Why do healthy people get sick? 7:48 Addressing gut & immune system first 10:36 Starting with HTMA Testing 12:21 Electrolytes in hair vs blood work 15:12 Validity of HTMA 16:05 Overview of our results interpretation 18:09 Lauren’s HTMA results 22:38 Supporting the HPA axis with electrolytes 24:33 Magnesium recommendations 25:29 Iron, Copper & Zinc 31:51 Advice for high performers & high achievers 33:44 *CALOCURB* 34:56 Lauren’s heavy metals 41:17 Renee’s HTMA results 44:32 Creating stress “calluses” 50:21 Renee’s heavy metals 52:50 Finding a Biological Dentist 54:47 Where else metals are stored 56:42 Adrenal support ingredients 57:25 Zinc & Copper balancing 1:03:45 Minerals & Metals Test 1:05:32 His final piece of advice 1:06:50 Thanks for tuning in! RESOURCES: Calocurb - discount code: RENEE10 Website: www.drstephencabral.com IG: @stephencabral YouTube 50% off the Minerals & Metals Test Book: Personomics Coaching: sign up for the Personomics waitlist at: Personomics.io The Julian Center for Comprehensive Dentistry To find a Biological Dentist: iaomt.org Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/biohacker-babes-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

    1h 8m

  2. FEB 9

    Before You Start Ozempic l A deep dive into GLP-1 biology, Semaglutide vs Calocurb, Natural appetite suppression, PMS, and Female Metabolic Health with Sarah Kennedy

    In this episode, we sit down with Sarah Kennedy, Founder and CEO of Calocurb, to explore a radically different approach to appetite control rooted in real science, not willpower. With decades of leadership in nutrition and food science, Sarah breaks down how GLP-1s work, the downsides of chronic calorie restriction, and the key differences between synthetic drugs like semaglutide and natural GLP-1 stimulation. We dive into the history of bitters, digestion, and how Calocurb’s patented ingredient Amarasate® supports appetite regulation through the gut–brain axis. Sarah also shares compelling clinical trial results, insights on coming off GLP-1 drugs, and why under-eating—especially for women—can backfire hormonally. It’s a nuanced, empowering conversation about working with your biology to feel satisfied, nourished, and in control. Founder and CEO of Calocurb, Sarah Kennedy shepherded years of scientific research and clinical trials to bring a revolutionary product to market. A veterinarian by training, with more than 20 years’ experience in dietary and animal nutrition, Sarah has held a number of CEO and senior executive positions in food and agriculture industries, at companies including Fonterra and Healtheries/Vitaco NZ.  In 2010, at MIT, Sarah completed a Sloan Fellowship Program in Global Leadership and Innovation and has spent decades leading in health, nutrition and consumer products with executive roles at many, many companies. Calocurb is a 100% natural appetite control supplement. Amarasate®, the patented active ingredient in Calocurb, was developed in New Zealand over 14 years and with $30m invested by Plant and Food Research, the largest NZ government-owned research institute. SHOW NOTES: 0:40 Welcome to the show! 2:39 About Sarah Kennedy 3:54 Welcome her to the podcast! 5:04 What is a GLP-1? 7:27 Downside of calorie restriction 8:52 Natural vs synthetic GLP-1 13:41 Coming off of GLP-1s 14:56 Why it isn’t just willpower 18:07 History of bitters in the diet 20:12 Stimulating digestion & appetite suppression 23:22 Calocurb Study 26:02 Semaglutide vs Calocurb 29:45 Clinical trial results 32:54 Calocurb & PMS 34:10 Dosing Calocurb 40:08 Our personal experiences 43:37 Importance of protein intake 46:41 Females that are under-eating 54:52 Where to find Sarah & Calocurb 55:30 Her final piece of advice 57:21 Thanks for tuning in! RESOURCES: Website: www.Calocurb.com - Discount code: RENEE10 IG: Calocurb Facebook: CalocurbGLOBAL Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/biohacker-babes-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

    58 min

  3. FEB 2

    Peptides: Magic or Hype? Why Everyone Is Talking About Peptide Therapy & The Benefits to Your Health with The Biohacker Babes

    Peptides are having a moment, but they’re not new or foreign to the body. In this episode, we break down what peptides actually are, how they differ from hormones, bioregulators, and supplements, and why they’re better understood as precision signaling tools rather than drugs. We also explain how peptides work using a simple lock-and-key model, how they’re manufactured, and why sourcing, purity, dosing, and delivery method matter for both safety and results. We dive into where peptides fit in today’s wellness landscape, including how they compare to GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic, and walk through some of the most talked-about peptides, including BPC-157, Thymosin Alpha-1, Epitalon, MOTS-C, DSIP, and PT-141. From muscle building and fat loss to brain health, sleep, immune resilience, and skin and hair health, we explore real benefits through a physiology-first lens. We also cover who peptides may be helpful for, who should avoid them, and why foundational health like minerals, gut function, nervous system regulation, and metabolic health must be in place before layering peptides in. SHOW NOTES: 0:43 Welcome to the podcast! 2:22 The tipping point of peptides 5:38 Previous episodes on peptides 6:26 What is a peptide? 8:34 Bioregulators vs Peptides vs Hormones 10:48 How are peptides manufactured? 12:42 Lock-Key analogy 16:03 Overview of benefits 17:32 Peptides vs supplements 20:03 Ozempic & GLP-1s 24:09 BPC-157 29:20 Thymosin Alpha 1 31:12 Epitalon 32:59 Renee’s peptide dream 34:26 MOTS-C 35:06 DSIP for sleep 36:52 PT-141 38:08 Muscle Building & Fat Loss 42:58 Brain & Cognitive Health 44:45 Skin & Hair health 51:31 How to consume peptides 52:33 Safety of peptides 59:07 Who its for vs Contraindications 1:02:01 Thanks for tuning in! RESOURCES: Ellie MD BioLongevity Peptides Peptide University Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/biohacker-babes-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

    1h 3m

  4. JAN 26

    How Sunlight Can Change Your Health, For the Better with Nadine Artemis l Debunking Sunscreen, Vitamin D, Melatonin & More

    In this eye-opening episode with Nadine Artemis, author of Renegade Beauty and Holistic Dental Care, we challenge everything you thought you knew about the sun. She unpacks why sunlight has become so controversial, tracing the history of heliotherapy and the very real biological need humans have for natural light. Nadine dives into the surprising benefits of sun exposure even in the winter, how light entering the eyes affects our hormones, and what the melanoma research actually shows when you look beyond the headlines. The conversation takes a bold turn as she exposes the real issues with modern sunscreen, explores vitamin D–rich foods in cold climates, and explains the deep connection between sunlight, bone health, and strong teeth. We also discuss tanning beds, the melanotan peptide, melatonin as a form of internal sun protection, and what our skin was truly designed to do. Packed with practical daily sun and light guidance, this episode will completely reshape how you think about sunshine, skin health, and long-term vitality.  Nadine Artemis, the author of Renegade Beauty and Holistic Dental Care, is the creator of Living Libations, a pure and luxurious line of organic oral care, botanical beauty care, and medicinal elixirs often called the “holy grail” of wholesome skincare. Artemis is an innovative aromacologist, and her healing formulations and her concept of renegade beauty encourage effortlessness, engaging with the elements, and inspires people to rethink conventional notions of wellness and beauty. She is a key speaker at health and wellness conferences and has received glowing reviews in the Hollywood Reporter, GOOP, Vogue, People, Elle, Yoga Journal, Natural Health, W Magazine, The New York Times, Forbes, Los Angeles Times, and National Post. SHOW NOTES: 0:40 Welcome to the podcast! 2:49 About Nadine Artemis 3:23 Welcome her to the show! 5:36 Why is the sun so polarizing? 8:06 History and research on heliotherapy 11:29 Biological need for sun’s rays 13:17 Benefits of the sun in the winter 16:52 Sunglasses & light in your eyes 17:11 Melanoma study 18:59 The real problem with sunscreen 21:45 Vitamin D foods in cold climates 24:30 Bone health & teeth 25:57 *ELLIE MD* 27:46 Tanning & Melanotan 32:39 Melatonin as sun protection 38:41 Protecting your face 44:12 What our skin is designed for 46:42 Daily sun & light advice 53:45 Her final piece of advice 54:40 Living Libations 55:54 Thanks for tuning in! RESOURCES: ELLIE MD Peptides Living Libations - 20% discount with link Follow Nadine: Website: https://livinglibations.comIG: @nadineartemisofficial / @livinglibationsofficial Facebook: @LivingLibations @nadineartemisofficial Twitter/X / @LivingLibationsBook: Myth on Myth Sperti Vitamin D Lamp - 10% off with code: BIOHACKERBABES DMinder App SunHugg - 10% off with code: BIOHACKERBABES Biolongevity Labs (Melanotan Peptide) - Discount code: BIOHACKERBABES Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/biohacker-babes-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

    57 min

  5. JAN 19

    Why Seed Oils Have Entered the Chat with Steven Rofrano l Breaking Down the Most Controversial Ingredient in Modern Snacks

    In this episode, we sit down with Steven Rofrano, founder of MASA Chips and Vandy Chips, to unpack why seed oils are so controversial and how “science” is often used as marketing. We explore the differences between seed oils and vegetable oils, the ways oils are extracted from nature, and how saturated versus unsaturated fats affect metabolism, mitochondria, and oxidative stress. Steven explains the role of linoleic acid, body temperature, calorie burning, and why eating in alignment with your climate may matter more than we’ve been taught. We also discuss whether seed oils need to be avoided entirely, their long half-life in the body, and practical strategies for reducing exposure in everyday life. The conversation wraps with a reimagined food pyramid, cooking methods that impact health, and how MASA and Vandy Chips are setting a new standard for cleaner, more satiating snack foods. Steven Rofrano grew up in New Jersey in an Italian-American family that instilled a deep respect for food quality and old-world traditions. Steven struggled with chronic health issues growing up, until he discovered that eliminating seed oils and processed foods made him feel truly healthy for the first time. Fueled by years of obsessive research, Steven became convinced that classic American foods can be both healthy and delicious—if made without toxic ingredients. Determined to prove this, he quit his big tech software job in 2022 to launch Ancient Crunch, starting with MASA Chips, the first nixtamalized tortilla chips cooked in grass-fed beef tallow. Next came Vandy Crisps, tallow-cooked potato chips that restore the 'Great American Snack' to its original seed oil-free glory. Today, Steven remains on a mission to rebuild America’s pantry with real, nourishing ingredients—and, of course, to spread a little anti-seed oil “propaganda” along the way. SHOW NOTES: 0:40 Welcome to the show! 2:53 About Steven Rofrano 3:59 Welcome him to the podcast! 5:04 Why are seed oils so polarizing? 8:47 Is “science” just marketing? 11:35 Seed oils vs Vegetable oils 13:35 3 ways to get oil from nature 17:04 Unsaturated vs saturated fats in the body 20:11 Eating per your climate 22:25 Linoleic acid, oxidative stress and your mitochondria 28:22 How we burn calories & energy 33:46 *ELLIE MD* 35:36 Lower body temperatures 37:04 Do we need to avoid seed oils 100%? 40:17 Advice on avoiding seed oils 44:07 Half-life of seed oils in the body 47:39 Cleaner potato & tortilla chips 49:57 Satiation factor of saturated fats 51:38 Frying vs baking vs sauteeing 55:29 The new Food Pyramid 57:09 Where to find MASA & Vandy Chips 58:02 His final piece of advice 58:40 Thanks for tuning in! ELLIE MD Peptides RESOURCES: IG: reallytanman X: reallytanman Masa Chips - code: BIOHACKERBABES for 20% off IG: masa_chips X: Masa_Chips Vandy Crisps:  IG: https://www.instagram.com/vandy_crisps X: https://x.com/Vandy_Crisps Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/biohacker-babes-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

    59 min

  6. JAN 12

    The One Metric That Can Change Your Fitness Results Through Perimenopause l Training Smarter, Not Harder with Brooke Taylor Fitness

    In this episode, we sit down with Brooke Taylor, a NYC-based personal trainer, educator, and founder of the Brooke Taylor Fit App. With over 24 years of experience and 111+ certifications, Brooke brings a science-backed, women’s health–focused approach to training that prioritizes longevity and sustainability. We explore why so many people struggle to reach their fitness goals, how to actually use heart rate zones, and why excessive cardio can backfire. Brooke shares practical guidance on starting strength training, building intrinsic stabilizer muscles, navigating perimenopause, and setting realistic, achievable goals. The conversation also covers nutrition guidelines, fasted workouts, modeling healthy behaviors for kids, and how Brooke’s app helps support consistency, strength, and confidence long term. If you’re ready to train smarter, not harder, this episode is a must-listen. Brooke Taylor is a highly respected NYC-based personal trainer, educator, and the creator of the Brooke Taylor Fit App, with over 24 years of experience and an unmatched 111+ certifications and continuing education credentials. As the owner of Taylored Fitness NY LTD, Brooke has built a reputation as one of the most knowledgeable and impactful trainers in the industry—blending science, movement, and women’s health into truly transformative programs. Brooke holds numerous national and international certifications, including: ACE, AFAA, NASM, STOTT PILATES®, Precision Nutrition, TRX, Vbarre, RRCA Running Coach, Fitness Nutrition Specialist, Menopause Coaching Specialist, Women’s Health Specialist, and extensive continuing education in corrective exercise, pre/postnatal training, neuromuscular stretching, exercise performance, metabolic conditioning, and special populations. SHOW NOTES: 0:40 Welcome to the podcast! 3:32 About Brooke Taylor 5:22 Welcome her to the show! 6:36 Why aren’t we achieving our fitness goals? 10:30 Understanding heart rate zones 12:46 Making group fitness work for you 15:51 The problem with excessive cardio 17:14 How to start strength-training 20:35 Strengthening intrinsic stabilizer muscles 23:29 Her get-up-and-go approach 27:58 Navigating perimenopause 32:50 How to set a realistic goal for the New Year 35:32 Nutrition guidelines & body types 39:43 Modeling behaviors to children 43:37 Importance of quality or quantity 48:31 Fasted workouts 54:58 How the app works! 59:59 her final piece of advice 1:01:34 Where to find her RESOURCES: Email: info@tayloredfitness.net Website: www.brooketaylorfit.com IG: @tayloredfitness @brooketaylorfitapp Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TayloredFitnessNYLtd App Website: https://brooketaylorfit.com/app-feature/ Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/biohacker-babes-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

    1h 3m

  7. JAN 5

    The Truth About Mammograms: Rethinking Breast Cancer Screenings with Dr. Jenn Simmons

    Dr. Jenn Simmons joins the Biohacker Babes for a powerful and deeply personal conversation about her shift from conventional oncology to functional medicine after witnessing the impact of breast cancer in her own family. She pulls back the curtain on the limitations of traditional cancer care — especially the overreliance on mammograms — and explains why true prevention begins with metabolic health, lifestyle choices, informed patient advocacy, and other options for testing. Dr. Jenn challenges the profit-driven structure of the healthcare system and empowers listeners to question standard protocols, explore more predictive screening options like the Auria test, and reclaim responsibility for their wellbeing. This episode is a bold call to action for anyone ready to move beyond fear-based medicine and step into proactive, root-cause healing. Dr. Jenn Simmons is a breast surgeon, integrative oncologist, best-selling author, Podcast Host, 3x Summit host and founder of PerfeQtion Imaging. She began her career as Philadelphia’s first fellowship-trained breast surgeon and spent 17 years at the forefront of breast oncology. Her own health crisis led her to discover functional medicine and a new framework for patient care—one focused on creating health rather than managing disease. In 2019, she left conventional medicine to establish Real Health MD, where she helps women on their breast cancer journey truly heal. Today, her mission is to transform the landscape of breast cancer detection and survivorship. Through innovations in functional imaging, hormone restoration, and integrative care, Dr. Simmons aims to revolutionize how we screen for breast cancer and to redefine longevity for all women, including those with a history of breast cancer. SHOW NOTES: 0:40 Welcome to the podcast! 2:06 About Dr. Jenn Simmons 3:02 Welcome Dr. Jenn to the show! 3:46 Her turning point from conventional care 7:26 Dr. Mark Hyman & functional medicine 9:45 Conventional whack-a-mole 17:26 Dad’s transition into Biological Dentistry 20:19 Metabolic chaos in children 23:45 Cholesterol & metabolic health 32:25 Mammograms & radiation 35:55 History & stats on mammography 43:02 We all make cancer cells 44:27 Diagnosis mindset 46:33 Renee’s screening 53:28 Alternative screening options 58:39 Perfeqtion Imaging centers 1:00:04 The Galleri Test 1:07:48 Changing the system 1:10:24 Where to find her 1:11:49 Her final piece of advice 1:12:50 Thanks for tuning in! RESOURCES: Website: www.perfeqtionimaging.com, www.realhealthmd.com YouTube: @dr.jennsimmons IG: @drjennsimmons  Auria Tears Test - code: DRJENN20 Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/biohacker-babes-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

    1h 14m

  8. 12/22/2025

    The Foundation Everyone Skips: Fulvic & Humic Minerals Explained with Caroline Alan of Beam Minerals

    In this eye-opening episode, we sit down with Caroline Alan to uncover why a staggering 97% of Americans are mineral deficient—and what that means for your energy, immunity, and cellular health. Caroline breaks down why minerals are the spark plugs of the body, how electrolytes power every cell, and why even the cleanest diet may not be enough if your gut can’t properly absorb nutrients. We dive into the science-backed benefits of humic and fulvic acids, exploring their powerful role in detoxification, mineral delivery, and cellular communication. Packed with personal stories and practical strategies, this conversation will change how you think about minerals and give you actionable tools to rebuild your mineral foundation from the inside out.  Caroline Alan, also known as “The Mineral Geek,” is on a mission to increase awareness of one of the most overlooked foundations of human health - minerals. As the co-founder of BEAM Minerals, Caroline is a passionate advocate for the power of plant-based humic and fulvic minerals to transform health at the cellular level. Her work is rooted in deep personal experience, rigorous research, and a drive to educate others about what it truly means to nourish the body through mineral replenishment. SHOW NOTES: 0:39 Welcome to the podcast! 1:59 Caroline Alan’s Bio 2:41 Welcome her to the show! 3:44 What you haven’t learned about minerals 5:50 Why we’re mineral deficient 7:31 Electrolytes vs Minerals 10:11 Gatorade, sodium & electrolyte drinks unpacked 12:30 Overdoing magnesium 13:32 When should high sodium be used? 15:07 Purpose of minerals in nature 18:56 Addressing & testing mineral imbalances 21:51 Root causes of low iron 24:05 Fulvic & Humic Minerals 34:38 Improving cellular health 40:20 Timing for dosing minerals 48:55 Recommended water 53:01 Heavy metals, yeast & parasites 57:39 Where to begin 1:00:19 Mineral Reset Book 1:03:15 Her final piece of advice 1:05:21 Thanks for tuning in! RESOURCES: Websites: www.beamminerals.com - Save 20% with code: BIOHACKERBABES www.carolinealan.com IG: Beam Minerals, CarolineAlan.official TikTok, LinkedIn, Facebook YouTube Pre-Order: MINERAL RESET BOOK HTMA Testing - code: BIOHACKERBABES Oligoscan Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/biohacker-babes-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

    1h 6m
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We're sisters and the Biohacker Babes! We want to empower you to become your own biohacker and upgrade your life. The Biohacker Babes podcast aims to create insight into the body's natural healing abilities, strengthen your intuition, and empower you with techniques and modalities to optimize your health and wellness.

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  • Creator
    Biohacker Babes
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2026
  • Episodes
    332
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    ℗ & © 2020 Biohacker Babes Podcast
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    Renee Belz & Lauren Sambataro

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