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Biohacking: tools, mindset and lifestyle w/Dasha Maximov
Dasha studied neuroscience after incurring an injury that set her on a path into the world of biohacking. In this episode she explains what biohacking is and what it takes to start your own adventure into this world and the different practices you can try and different tech you can use.
2023-01-30
1h 17
Como Somos
Health Optimization and Biohacking for Women with Dasha Maximov
Today, we chat with Dasha Maximov, the Founder and CEO of WhealthCo, a women's health community focused on providing women's specific health information via courses and retreats. Dasha is a ex-management consultant who decides to shift careers by getting her masters in neuroscience. Midway through the course she suffered a brain injury that resulted in stopping the program. She used the techniques and tools of biohacking to heal her own brain, rebalance her hormones, and truly get a handle of how to calm her nervous system. Dasha currently runs WhealthCo, an online community for women, by women. T...
2023-01-20
1h 12
Hack My Age
124. Reversing Brain Fog & Memory Loss In Menopause - Dasha Maximov
Dasha has taken a real deep dive into the brain and shares her own experience with traumatic brain injuries and how the brain impacts decisions, hormones, relationships, stress, and social cues ever since…all in the context of a woman. She currently runs WhealthCo, a women’s online and offline health community, and she created the first ever women’s biohacking course. She also hosts biohacking retreats in the gorgeous nature and beaches of the Dominican Republic. Contact Dasha: Enroll into the Women's Biohacking Course before December 31, 2022 for $100 off PLUS 10% off when using the co...
2022-12-19
1h 09
Rebel Scientist
Rebel Guide: The duo Lauren Sambataro and Dasha Maximov join us to talk stress relieving movement
The powerful duo Lauren Sambataro and Dasha Maximov have join Sarah and Russ to share their special bond that's using movement to reduce stress and enjoy life.DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is solely intended as a self-help tool for your own use.
2022-09-19
46 min
The Rest and Recovery Podcast
Dasha Maximov | Build Resilience, Hit the Pause Button & Success Thru Community
Episode 114 In this episode, I speak with Dasha Maximov Founder of Whealth.Co as global community focused on women’s health explorers. By attending one of the Wellness Retreats, you have the opportunity to learn with women like yourself who are burned out and spend so much time caring for others, that you have not set the time for your own self-care. The amazing Intensives are great opportunity to get the skills to get your health back on track—away from home. Topics Discussed: Set Boundaries Use the Pause Button Wo...
2022-09-16
49 min
LONGEVITY with Nathalie Niddam
Episode #111: Nobel Prize Super Molecule, “NO”: Better Performance, Brain, Skin, Aging & Sex
My guest this week is Dr. Nathan S. Bryan. In this episode, Dr. Bryan and I discuss nitric oxide and nitric oxide supplementation, including the new lozenges and topical line. Dr. Bryan is not only part of the brains behind Berkley Life (we all LOVE!), but also NO2U. As an expert studying NO for so long, he is a go-to resource for any questions. We start out explaining the foundations: What is nitric oxide, what are the functions in the body, why do we need optimal levels and why are nitric oxide levels so low in...
2022-08-23
1h 14
LONGEVITY with Nathalie Niddam
Nobel Prize Super Molecule, “NO”: Better Performance, Brain, Skin, Aging & Sex
My guest this week is Dr. Nathan S. Bryan. In this episode, Dr. Bryan and I discuss nitric oxide and nitric oxide supplementation, including the new lozenges and topical line. Dr. Bryan is not only part of the brains behind Berkley Life (we all LOVE!), but also NO2U. As an expert studying NO for so long, he is a go-to resource for any questions. We start out explaining the foundations: What is nitric oxide, what are the functions in the body, why do we need optimal levels and why are nitric oxide levels so low in...
2022-08-23
1h 14
LONGEVITY with Nathalie Niddam
Episode #110: How to Get Younger as You Get Older
My guest this week is Chris Mirabile Co-Founder and CEO of NOVOS In this episode, Chris and I discuss how to get younger as you get older. (Yes it’s possible, and we talk about how to measure this with epigenetic testing options!) Do you want to slow aging? Do you want to look younger?, or, Do you just want to optimize your longevity so your healthspan equals your lifespan? I know it can be extremely overwhelming trying to figure out what is actually worth spending money on with all the misinformation and crowded space of false-hope pro...
2022-08-16
1h 19
LONGEVITY with Nathalie Niddam
How to Get Younger as You Get Older
My guest this week is Chris Mirabile Co-Founder and CEO of NOVOS In this episode, Chris and I discuss how to get younger as you get older. (Yes it’s possible, and we talk about how to measure this with epigenetic testing options!) Do you want to slow aging? Do you want to look younger?, or, Do you just want to optimize your longevity so your healthspan equals your lifespan? I know it can be extremely overwhelming trying to figure out what is actually worth spending money on with all the misinformation and crowded space of false-hope pro...
2022-08-16
1h 19
LONGEVITY with Nathalie Niddam
Episode #109: Peripheral Neuropathy Relief Using Peptides & Other Therapies
My guest this week is Dr. Stephen L Barrett, CEO, US Neuropathy Centers. In this episode, Dr. Barrett and I discuss neuropathy- what is peripheral neuropathy, who it affects, why you need an accurate diagnosis, what are the common symptoms, why phantom pain phenomenon occurs, and most importantly, how a comprehensive care approach with novel treatments can alleviate pain and improve peripheral neuropathy. As a podiatrist and surgeon, Dr. Barrett shares his expertise in lower body and heel pain (plantar fasciitis) treatment, why diabetes has a strong connection to neuropathy, along with how to help patient compliance. W...
2022-08-09
1h 10
LONGEVITY with Nathalie Niddam
Peripheral Neuropathy Relief Using Peptides & Other Therapies
My guest this week is Dr. Stephen L Barrett, CEO, US Neuropathy Centers. In this episode, Dr. Barrett and I discuss neuropathy- what is peripheral neuropathy, who it affects, why you need an accurate diagnosis, what are the common symptoms, why phantom pain phenomenon occurs, and most importantly, how a comprehensive care approach with novel treatments can alleviate pain and improve peripheral neuropathy. As a podiatrist and surgeon, Dr. Barrett shares his expertise in lower body and heel pain (plantar fasciitis) treatment, why diabetes has a strong connection to neuropathy, along with how to help patient compliance. W...
2022-08-09
1h 10
LONGEVITY with Nathalie Niddam
Episode #108: Real-time Biofeedback to Help You Meditate, Focus, Recover, & Sleep
My guest this week is Ariel Garten, Co-Founder and CEO of Muse. In this episode, Ariel and I discuss the new version of Muse. It is wearable technology using a brain-sensing headband that provides real-time biofeedback to help you meditate, focus, recover, and sleep. Muse is what you get when you mix meditation with neuroscience. Struggle with meditation? Have a monkey mind? Always think you are doing meditation wrong? Muse can literally hear when your mind is wondering or focused and helps you get back or stay on track. Losing focus during the middle of...
2022-08-02
41 min
LONGEVITY with Nathalie Niddam
Real-time Biofeedback to Help You Meditate, Focus, Recover, & Sleep
My guest this week is Ariel Garten, Co-Founder and CEO of Muse. In this episode, Ariel and I discuss the new version of Muse. It is wearable technology using a brain-sensing headband that provides real-time biofeedback to help you meditate, focus, recover, and sleep. Muse is what you get when you mix meditation with neuroscience. Struggle with meditation? Have a monkey mind? Always think you are doing meditation wrong? Muse can literally hear when your mind is wondering or focused and helps you get back or stay on track. Losing focus during the middle of...
2022-08-02
41 min
Renee Belz & Lauren Sambataro
Creating a Safe and Empowered Space for Women to Heal, Thrive & Expand l WhealthCo Healing Vacations and Coaching for Women's Health
Our good friend and fellow biohacker, Dasha Maximov, is back on the podcast to share her latest insights on supporting women on their health journey. She shares the differences she sees in male and female clients, why feeling safe is a foundational part of health, and how stress is significantly impacting women today. She has been hosting biohacking retreats dedicated to women in the Dominican Republic and will be hosting one with Lauren in October. Also, make sure you check out episodes 45 & 46 for the 2-part interview we did with her in 2020 all about women's health research, fasting...
2022-07-25
59 min
LONGEVITY with Nathalie Niddam
Episode #105: The Missing Key to Longevity & Resilience For Women
Imagine yourself in a lush tropical setting, eating delicious food, connecting with a community of like-minded women and immersed in learning about what you can do to reclaim your energy, restore your sleep and slow your aging! Join me and my co-host Dasha Maximov for an exciting 5 Day retreat that will leave you refreshed and energized. With the tropical landscape of the Dominican Republic North coast surrounding you, you will participate in group sessions on personalizing your nutrition, boosting your immunity, health, and strength. You will experience resistant stretching, massages, yoga, waterfall hikes and sunrise walks on...
2022-07-15
33 min
LONGEVITY with Nathalie Niddam
The Missing Key to Longevity & Resilience For Women
Imagine yourself in a lush tropical setting, eating delicious food, connecting with a community of like-minded women and immersed in learning about what you can do to reclaim your energy, restore your sleep and slow your aging! Join me and my co-host Dasha Maximov for an exciting 5 Day retreat that will leave you refreshed and energized. With the tropical landscape of the Dominican Republic North coast surrounding you, you will participate in group sessions on personalizing your nutrition, boosting your immunity, health, and strength. You will experience resistant stretching, massages, yoga, waterfall hikes and sunrise walks on...
2022-07-15
34 min
LONGEVITY with Nathalie Niddam
Episode #103: Safe Sunscreen, Circadian Rhythm, and Do We Actually Age With Sun?
My guest this week is Nadine Artemis. Beauty Philosopher, Aromacologist, Author and Founder of Living Libations, a luxury line of organic wild-crafted, non-GMO botanical serums, elixirs and essential oils. In this episode, Nadine and I discuss sun exposure and sunscreen. Have you wondered how much sun you actually need or what sunscreens are safe for the body inside and out? If so this is the episode for you. Sun has a profound effect on our circadian rhythm, so much so that you can reset your own circadian rhythm just by getting sun exposure at certain...
2022-07-05
1h 13
LONGEVITY with Nathalie Niddam
Episode #103: Safe Sunscreen, Circadian Rhythm, and Do We Actually Age With Sun?
My guest this week is Nadine Artemis. Beauty Philosopher, Aromacologist, Author and Founder of Living Libations, a luxury line of organic wild-crafted, non-GMO botanical serums, elixirs and essential oils. In this episode, Nadine and I discuss sun exposure and sunscreen. Have you wondered how much sun you actually need or what sunscreens are safe for the body inside and out? If so this is the episode for you. Sun has a profound effect on our circadian rhythm, so much so that you can reset your own circadian rhythm just by getting sun exposure at certain...
2022-07-05
1h 13
Wild Health Podcast
Women's Biohacking feat. Dasha Maximov & Dr. Julie Foucher
2022-05-11
55 min
How Do You Health?
HDYH EP 174: Female Biohacking in the Dominican Republic w/ Dasha Maximov
Dasha is a health coach and brain health nerd. She has trained in yoga and Ayurveda in India, with doctors on deciphering lab tests, and is currently part of the Wild Health Fellowship. She finds her biggest teachers are nature and the immense power of physics to heal ourselves from the micro to the macro. Dasha worked for 14 months with multiple doctors to bring her brain back from 6 traumatic brain injuries. The last of which caused amnesia, chronic fatigue, headaches, and hormonal issues. After witnessing the impact of her brain injury on her physical and emotional body - she...
2022-02-04
1h 59
LONGEVITY with Nathalie Niddam
Episode #80: Biohacking for Women with Nat Niddam and Dasha Maximov
My guest this week is Dasha Maximov. In this episode, Dasha and I discuss why the distinction between men's and women’s biohacking, brain health, hormone health, and of course our upcoming Women’s Health, Longevity, and Resilience Retreat. We also talk about women-specific issues and how tracking your cycle can be the ultimate biohack. If you are interested in retreat information feel free to start listening about an hour into the episode. Learn more about Dasha at https://thriveglobal.com/authors/dasha-maximov/ and to learn more about the retreat visit https://www.whealth.community/categ...
2022-01-28
1h 21
LONGEVITY with Nathalie Niddam
Episode #80: Biohacking for Women with Nat Niddam and Dasha Maximov
My guest this week is Dasha Maximov. In this episode, Dasha and I discuss why the distinction between men's and women’s biohacking, brain health, hormone health, and of course our upcoming Women’s Health, Longevity, and Resilience Retreat. We also talk about women-specific issues and how tracking your cycle can be the ultimate biohack. If you are interested in retreat information feel free to start listening about an hour into the episode. Learn more about Dasha at https://thriveglobal.com/authors/dasha-maximov/ and to learn more about the retreat visit https://www.whealth.community/categ...
2022-01-28
1h 21
The Morozko Method™
Peptides, Aging Optimization and Retreats in the Dominican Republic!
We talk sunlight, healing and aging optimization! Nathalie is co hosting a retreat in the Dominican Republic with another previous and fantastic guest, our mutual friend Dasha Maximov! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adrienne68/support
2022-01-19
1h 05
Know Your Physio
Dasha Maximova: Empower Your Female Body | Boost Relationships, Monitor Cycles, and Take Charge of Birth Control with Body Awareness
Today, we hear from Dasha Maximov, the Founder and CEO of WhealthCo, a Member of the Board of Advisors at Sana Health, Former COO at The Health Optimisation Summit, and a former masters student at UCL, the number one program for Masters in Neuroscience in the world. After shifting away from management consulting and into academia in 2017 with an ultimate goal to #sharethewhealth, Dasha experienced a traumatic brain injury that left her with chronic headaches for more than 14 months. When specialists couldn’t find a solution, Dasha took matters into her own hands and began to biohack her mind an...
2021-11-29
1h 23
Rebel Scientist
RebelFriend: The delightful Dasha Maximov hacked her brain injury back to health
Dasha Maximov lived the vibrant, thrilling, exhausting 100+ hour workweek management consultant lifestyle for 9 years. Dasha had an unfortunate brain injury that left her with chronic headaches for more than 14 months. After specialists could not find a reason, Dasha took matters into her own hands and started to ‘biohack’ her mind and body. Dasha shares her triumphant process with Sarah and Russ .... listen now.DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is solely intended as a self-help tool for your own use.
2021-11-12
56 min
The Morozko Method™
A Dash of Health, with Dasha Maximov
Dasha has experienced a total of 6 traumatic brain injuries. She has spent the majority of her adult life biohacking her way towards wellness, and she shares some of her tips and techniques with us in this episode! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/adrienne68/support
2021-04-06
1h 41
LONGEVITY with Nathalie Niddam
Dr. Nasha Winters, Dasha Maximov, Kayla Osterhoff - The PowHer Program - Redefining Women's Health Optimization
In this episode, I got the privilege to speak with three powerful and badass women who are incredibly driven into working together to fix the gap in women's health through a masterful program they created called PowHer, designed uniquely for women, by these three talented women. We talk about how finding the right partners has made this huge task remarkably effortless, how amazing their inner synergies have come together, how each of their strengths complements the other. It's just so great to see women coming together and creating something that is not built out of any amount of competition...
2021-02-16
1h 04
LONGEVITY with Nathalie Niddam
Dr Nasha Winters, Dasha Maximov, Kayla Osterhoff - The PowHer Program - Redefining Women's Health Optimization
In this episode, I got the privilege to speak with three powerful and badass women who are incredibly driven into working together to fix the gap in women's health through a masterful program they created called PowHer, designed uniquely for women, by these three talented women. We talk about how finding the right partners has made this huge task remarkably effortless, how amazing their inner synergies have come together, how each of their strengths complements the other. It's just so great to see women coming together and creating something that is not built out of any amount of competition...
2021-02-16
1h 04
The Rest and Recovery Podcast
Ep 37: You are Not Your Hormones, Men & Women are Different, Know Your Cycle with Dasha Maximov
Episode 37 In this episode I speak with Dasha Maximov. Dasha is a former-management consultant in mergers and acquisitions turned health explorer. While studying for her masters in neuroscience, Dasha suffered a debilitating brain injury, which resulted in constant fatigue, chronic headaches, amnesia, electrohypersensitivity, and depression. This led her down the path of understanding the link between her brain health and hormones; which showcased the need for more evidence-based information on women's health. She currently curates the WhealthCo - an online, private community and podcast that provides information and access to products and specialists. You can join at...
2020-11-19
57 min
Decoding Superhuman
Virtual Vacation: Routines, Rest, and Randomness with Dasha Maximov and Mads Friis
I invited some of my closest friends, Dasha Maximov and Mads Friis, to join the show today. Dasha, Mads, and I play a game of drawing the question out of the hat amidst a fun conversation around biohacking, being happy, inner work, routines, and much more.Who is Dasha Maximov? Dasha Maximov, former-management consultant turned health explorer, found that the available information for addressing her chronic pain and depression from multiple concussions was limited and frustrating. Specialists across the globe offered reductionist approaches and outdated recommendations. Her last brain i...
2020-10-20
1h 38
WhealthCo Podcast
Glucose: Your Continuous Marker of Health with Dr. Casey Means
Glucose is seen as something that only diabetics need to think about. WRONG! Glucose is becoming more and more apparent as a true marker of health. Too much of it over a prolonged period of time can lead to insulin resistance, can impact your inflammation, and impact mood, brain fog, weight gain, and ultimately (potentially) things like Alzheimers (which is now being called "Type 3 Diabetes"). Today we are talking about the importance of glucose for healthy people with Dr. Casey Means. Dr. Casey is a a fantastic Stanford trained physician, ENT surgeon, nutritionist, and...
2020-10-11
1h 55
WhealthCo Podcast
Healing Women's Physical Trauma with Dr. Meghan Helwig
Have you ever thought of how you physical trauma (low back pain, headaches, etc.) are linked to emotional trauma? Today we are talking about physical pain with Dr. Meghan Helwig, a sought out Doctor of Physical Therapy based in Southern California but seeing clients all over the nation. But in truth that does not give her justice – she more of a physical therapist, a coach, a philosopher, sister, and psychologist rolled into one. She approaches pain not just from the acute place of injury, but rather also looks at your environment - relationships, how you breath, yo...
2020-09-23
00 min
Better Health
The Background on Women's Research with WhealthCo Founder, Dasha Maximov
Biohacker Dasha Maximov gives an overview on women in scientific studies and how we have just finally begun to be studied specifically. Women are complicated due to our hormones and Dasha gives points on: - Background of women in research. - Reasons we are not included as often in studies. - How women differ from men. - Women and our susceptibility to certain diseases. Dasha Maximov is former M&A consultant turned biohacker after six concussions. She has started a female biohacker community and is the COO of Health Optimization Summit.
2020-09-22
41 min
WhealthCo Podcast
Birth Control's Impact on Your Brain with Sarah Hill, PhD
Birth control impacting more than just whether you can have a child?!? Say what!Today we are talking about birth control with the brilliant evolutionary psychology researcher, Dr. Sarah Hill. She's a professor and researcher who 's focus shifted to something that she happened upon when she realized it was impacting her own life - birth control. Her book provides an extremely even look at the Pill - the pros and cons, and how it has changed how we think, who we are attracted to, and even has larger implications on society as...
2020-09-09
00 min
WhealthCo Podcast
Protein Myths and Muscle Medicine for Women with Dr. Gabrielle Lyon
Dr. Gabrielle Lyon is a Washington University fellowship-trained physician in Nutritional Science and Geriatrics and is board certified in Family Medicine and Osteopathic Manipulation. She completed her undergraduate degree in Human Nutrition, Vitamin, and Mineral Metabolism at the University of Illinois. Dr. Lyon works closely with the Special Operations Military and has a private practice in NYC. In addition, her practice services the leaders, innovators, mavericks, executives in their prospective field. Dr. Lyon brings unparalleled results to her patients with personalized advanced nutritional interventions, metabolic and genetic testing, and behavioral action implementation. You can follow her on her (fanastic...
2020-09-04
00 min
WhealthCo Podcast
What to do about the Cancer in Our System(s) with Dr. Nasha Winters
Get ready to cry, be angry, and want to upgrade your body's and environment's terrain!!!Dr. Nasha Winters is a world reknowned naturopathic integrative oncologist. In her 20 years of practice, she has helped patients with cancer ranging from Stage 1 to terminal to recurrences. She herself was diagnosed with stage IV ovarian cancer at the young age of 19 and boldly decided that the diagnoses her doctors gave her were not going to be her story.In this talk we cover:Fasting and Breast CancerRadiation, Fasting and SugarPCOS and Bloodclots and Birth ControlAds in...
2020-08-28
00 min
WhealthCo Podcast
Fertility 101 and Preconception Care for Women AND MEN with Dr. Jaclyn Chasse
Dr. Jaclyn Chasse is a naturopath who graduated from Bastyr University and then proceeded to work in a clinical setting and very quickly ipening up her own clinic focused on fertility and sexual health. She combines clinical practice, lab sciences, extensive teaching and strategic leadership. She’s the President of the American Association of Naturopathic Physicians and she has served as a Trustee for the American Herbal Products Association. Dr. Jaclyn currently works for (Emerson Ecologics), the largest distributor of dietary supplements to health care professionals, where she provides oversight of the Me...
2020-08-24
00 min
WhealthCo Podcast
Relationships, Unlearning and Healing Postpartum and Crohn's with Ingrid De La O
Ingrid De La O is a mother, and the cofounder and chief product developer of the incredible smoothie brand Tusol. Her story of recovery from postpartum depression and crohn's disease through food is inspiring. She's someone I look up to and who I call when I need the latest tips and tricks on health. Our discussion covers a whole host of topics about the system of health, and how it's not only about food, but also includes: Communication with Others During Conflict/Past TraumaPatterns from Childhood and Health/UnlearningTransition from Processed Food to Health Food...
2020-08-19
00 min
WhealthCo Podcast
The things you didn't know about your cycle with Dr. Fiona McCullough
Dr. Fiona McCulloch is a mother, a doctor, an author, and the owner of White Lotus Clinic in Toronto a clinic that specializes in all things for female health. Dr. Fiona is known for her book, 8 Steps to Reverse PCOS. If you are one of the 10% of women who suffer from PCOS, I’d highly recommend you read this book – it’s jampacked full of incredible info.In our conversation, we discuss: What is a "Normal" Cycle and Things to Keep an Eye Out for, Eggs and Mitochondrial Health, HPA Axis and how does it impact...
2020-08-16
00 min
WhealthCo Podcast
Light as a Healer 101 with Sarah Turner
Sarah Turner is brain and light researcher, and the science manager for a red light therapy company, FlexBeam. Sarah is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to light, energy, and the brain.While light can be harmful (sunburns, laser, etc.), light can be an incredible healer when used in the correct dosage. It may sound futuristic, but light absorbs through our eyes and skin and penetrates into our bodies and emits energy that can heal. This is the premise behind the science of photobiomodulation (aka using frequencies of light to heal).In...
2020-08-06
00 min
Growth Island
#55: Dasha Maximov - What you didn’t know about Women’s Health and Why it is Important
I got to interview one of my favorite humans and a trusted advisor on an extremely important subject: Women's health! It was a shocker for me to learn that an important part of health research is only done on men despite women being overrepresented within the disease areas. During this episode, Dasha Maximov and I discuss why that is the case and some concrete strategies for optimizing women’s health. It is a must listen for all my female listeners and highly recommended for the men as awareness is a virtue. Dasha is the founder of the female health community WH...
2020-08-05
47 min
WhealthCo Podcast
Hormones 101 with Dr. Carrie Jones
Dr Carrie Jones (naturopath and medical director of Precision Analytical) and Dasha discuss about the history of women’s research, misinformation in women’s health education, why a healthy cycle is important for our bones and brain health, how circadian rhythm and light entrainment can balance our hormones, xenoestrogens, and what are some of Dr. Carrie’s truths that she wishes young women would know about. This is a jampacked episode that you'll want to relisten to. Find Dr. Carrie at her website (http://www.drcarriejones.com/) on Instagram (@drcarriejones). The hormonal test is ava...
2020-08-01
00 min
WhealthCo Podcast
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2020-07-08
00 min
Renee Belz & Lauren Sambataro
Reflections on 2020
We're wrapping up Season 2 with a recap of our favorite biohacks in 2020 and the overall biggest takeaways from all of our incredible guests this year. Lessons on everything from various gut tests, experimenting with nootropics, fasting for women (and everyone!), supplementing with NAD, rewiring the brain, wellness minimalism, and so much more!SHOW NOTES:1:21 Welcome to the show!2:53 Our experience with DayTwo testing5:35 Renee’s Viome results7:43 Lauren’s CGM experience9:23 Stress & blood sugar link10:55 Effects of fasting11:37 Experimenting with NAD13:16 Apollo Neuroscience band14:10 WHOOP Band16...
2020-06-22
52 min
WELLPOWER: Breath, Cold & Biohacking
BIOHACKING BRAIN GAINS + WOMEN'S HEALTH | DASHA MAXIMOV - E6
Prompted by suffering her 6th concussion, and living with chronic pain for 14 months, Dasha has become a serious biohacker. And it's no surprise either, as her background in management consulting and then studying neuroscience in her master's program shows this lady's ability to understand the hierarchy and complexities of a problem (in this case recovery from traumatic brain injuries) and break it down into tangible, functional goals. The powerful part of Dasha's story is in her capacity and willingness to change, and in her commitment to find joy in her new lifestyle approach. She is a leader and motivator...
2020-06-12
1h 07
Growth Island
#48: Key Takeaways from episodes 9 through 12 on becoming the best version of yourself
Reflection is an integral part of the pursuit of constantly learning new things. This generally involves making connections between the theories you started to practice and your own learning experiences. In this episode, I will walk you through some of the key practices I implemented from the discussions with my guests that are experts in Psychology, Neuroscience, Medical practitioners, Biohackers, and Chiropractors. I talk about my favorite lesson on people being biased I took away from the interview with Dr. Kartik. Next, I discuss how I implemented Dr. Rashid’s strategy for the positive use of electronic devices. Another piece of...
2020-06-03
09 min
Renee Belz & Lauren Sambataro
Women's Biohacking Movement with Dasha Maximov
In Part 2 with Dasha Maximov, we're diving into the world of research on Women's Health and what the future may hold, as well as hot topics such as fasting, birth control pills, and Fem Tech.SHOW NOTES:1:22 Welcome to the show!1:51 Lack of research for women2:28 Welcome back, Dasha!3:35 WhealthCo & Women’s Biohacking Collective5:34 The issues with research7:56 Women are complicated9:04 Women prohibited from research10:19 The Women's Health Initiative12:07 Evolution of women's health12:43 Fem Tech starting to boom13:37 Clue App for tracking cycle14:25 Bi...
2020-05-18
38 min
Renee Belz & Lauren Sambataro
Concussions & Electrical Sensitivity with Dasha Maximov
Concussions: many of us don't even know we've had them, and can have detrimental effects beyond headaches and brain fog. Dasha Maximov shares her journey to optimizing her brain and overall health following multiple concussions, and shares her top tips for protecting yourself from electromagnetic pollution. SHOW NOTES:1:22 Welcome to the show!1:39 Dasha Maximov's Bio & Story2:48 How we met Dasha4:25 What she’s been up to in quarantine5:21 Exploration of how people react differently 8:21 Self-dependence & fasting in quarantine9:08 Her history of concussions12:48 Curing her own stomach ulcer
2020-05-11
1h 07
Growth Island
#29: Martin Tobias – How I Reversed My Cellular Age by About 20 Years
One IPO, another successful exit and 80 investments in startups are just some of the accomplishments of today's guest. Serial entrepreneurs and investor Martin Tobias has "retired" three times, but keeps finding interesting problems to solve. Currently CEO of Upgrade Labs which is one of the places in the world with the most awesome biohacking gear. Martin has started Upgrade Labs together with Dave Asprey who is often mentioned as the father of biohacking. They are building the biohacking gyms of the future where members reach their goals in less time enabled by advanced technology. In this episode, Martin shares his...
2019-10-22
43 min
Growth Island
#19: Tim Gray - Five fundamentals of biohacking
Tim Gray is a serial entrepreneur and the leading biohacker in the UK. He founded and ran a psychology based digital marketing agency based in London, and has many years of experience in NLP and Cognitive Hypnotherapy. Two years ago he founded Londons first private Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy Clinic, and he also founded and runs the Health Optimisation / Biohacker Social Circle in London too. To top that off, he also is the Founder and CEO of the Health Optimisation Summit - which brings unity to the health space, by partnering with Paleo f(x)and Bulletproof Upgrade Conference. Tim shares...
2019-05-28
54 min
Growth Island
#12: Dasha Maximov - How to recover from a heavy brain concussion
Dasha Maximov is former M&A consultant turned biohacker after six concussions. She has started a female biohacker community and is the COO of Health Optimization Summit. Dasha shares how she has gone to dozens specialist and tried several biohacks to now finally getting her health back. She ends up with some tips for female health and what test to get as a woman to improve your health. This show notes provides a lot of scientific resources to go deeper into the proof behind some of the aspects that are often met with skepticism. Full show notes with references can...
2019-02-12
49 min