Dr. Hayley Teasdale is the new Lead Scientist over at Halo Neuroscience. Halo developed a headset (Halo Sport 2) that applies a small electric current (a method specifically known as transcranial direct current stimulation) to the part of the brain that controls movement, activating neurons so they fire more often when you train. The more neurons fire, together, the faster pathways are built in your brain. Prior to joining Halo, Dr. Teasdale came from a research background focused on non-invasive brain stimulation and motor control in Parkinson's Disease, with a particular angle on training proprioception and balance in order to prevent falls. In this episode, Geoff and Dr. Teasdale discuss... <ul> <li>The importance of proprioception, which is the sense of self-movement and body position. It is sometimes described as the "sixth sense". As modern society evolved, have humans (at some level) lost their ability to truly tap into this sense?</li> <li>How does brain stimulation work mechanistically? What literature supports positive outcomes using transcranial direct stimulation? What are the pros and cons of TDCS, along with other forms of brain stimulation?</li> <li>The ever-evolving brain and how neuroplasticity evolves as we age, train, and learn.</li> </ul> Save $75 off Halo Sport 2 by following this link: <a href= "gethalosport.com/hvmn">gethalosport.com/hvmn</a> or use code "HVMN2020" at checkout. Learn more about H.V.M.N. here: <a href= "https://www.hvmn.com/pod">https://www.hvmn.com/pod</a> -------------------------------------------------------------------- Send a message to podcast@hvmn.com with feedback, questions, and guest suggestions!

Dr. Hayley Teasdale is the new Lead Scientist over at Halo Neuroscience. Halo developed a headset (Halo Sport 2) that applies a small electric current (a method specifically known as transcranial direct current stimulation) to the part of the brain that controls movement, activating neurons so they fire more often when you train. The more neurons fire, together, the faster pathways are built in your brain. Prior to joining Halo, Dr. Teasdale came from a research background focused on non-invasive brain stimulation and motor control in Parkinson's Disease, with a particular angle on training proprioception and balance in order to prevent falls. In this episode, Geoff and Dr. Teasdale discuss... The importance of proprioception, which is the sense of self-movement and body position. It is sometimes described as the "sixth sense". As modern society evolved, have humans (at some level) lost their ability to truly tap into this sense? How does brain stimulation work mechanistically? What literature supports positive outcomes using transcranial direct stimulation? What are the pros and cons of TDCS, along with other forms of brain stimulation? The ever-evolving brain and how neuroplasticity evolves as we age, train, and learn. Save $75 off Halo Sport 2 by following this link: gethalosport.com/hvmn or use code "HVMN2020" at checkout. Learn more about H.V.M.N. here: https://www.hvmn.com/pod -------------------------------------------------------------------- Send a message to podcast@hvmn.com with feedback, questions, and guest suggestions!

HVMN Podcast: Evidence-based Nutrition, Fitness, & Biohacking

#148 - An Electrifying Neuroplasticity Biohack: Exploring Brain Stimulation · Dr. Hayley Teasdale

At this point, we've heard of many adults following the ketogenic diet to great success, but what about developing children? When Danny Vega, an active athlete who received his M.S. in Human Performance from University of Florida, discovered the ketogenic diet in 2016...he never looked back. With so many years of pushing and stressing his body, experiencing the benefits of reduced inflammation, improved mental clarity, and overall well-being, Danny knew then that low-carb nutrition was a key pillar for his health. His ketogenic lifestyle also made an influence on his family, including his young children. They all follow the keto diet, genuinely love it, and report similar yet varying benefits that help each member prosper in their own way. Maura Vega (@fatfueledmom), suffered from eating disorders, body dysmorphia, and postpartum depression...keto corrected all of that. Dean, the youngest, has had astounding improvements in his eczema and mood. Desmond, the eldest, felt an immediate increase in energy and improvement in his allergies and asthma. In this episode, Geoff and Danny have a balanced chat about ketogenic nutrition, fitness & muscle-building, philosophy, public education, and much more. Check out The Fat-Fueled Family here: <a href= "https://www.fatfueled.family/">https://www.fatfueled.family/</a> Learn more about H.V.M.N. here: <a href= "https://www.hvmn.com/pod">https://www.hvmn.com/pod</a> -------------------------------------------------------------------- Subscribe to our podcast and share your favorite episodes around! Honest reviews are always appreciated. Send a message to podcast@hvmn.com with feedback, questions, and guest suggestions!

At this point, we've heard of many adults following the ketogenic diet to great success, but what about developing children? When Danny Vega, an active athlete who received his M.S. in Human Performance from University of Florida, discovered the ketogenic diet in 2016...he never looked back. With so many years of pushing and stressing his body, experiencing the benefits of reduced inflammation, improved mental clarity, and overall well-being, Danny knew then that low-carb nutrition was a key pillar for his health. His ketogenic lifestyle also made an influence on his family, including his young children. They all follow the keto diet, genuinely love it, and report similar yet varying benefits that help each member prosper in their own way. Maura Vega (@fatfueledmom), suffered from eating disorders, body dysmorphia, and postpartum depression...keto corrected all of that. Dean, the youngest, has had astounding improvements in his eczema and mood. Desmond, the eldest, felt an immediate increase in energy and improvement in his allergies and asthma. In this episode, Geoff and Danny have a balanced chat about ketogenic nutrition, fitness & muscle-building, philosophy, public education, and much more. Check out The Fat-Fueled Family here: https://www.fatfueled.family/ Learn more about H.V.M.N. here: https://www.hvmn.com/pod -------------------------------------------------------------------- Subscribe to our podcast and share your favorite episodes around! Honest reviews are always appreciated. Send a message to podcast@hvmn.com with feedback, questions, and guest suggestions!

#147 - Forging a Fat-Fueled Family: Countering Culture with Nutrition & Education · Danny Vega, M.S.

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With over 88,000 confirmed cases, the coronavirus (COVID-19) is the latest global outbreak endangering human health. The outbreak has reached the "Highest level of alert", according to WHO (The World Health Organization), with the director-general warning it can go in "any direction." As the virus continues to spread and health organizations respond accordingly, Geoff and Dr. Latt Mansor dive into the science behind COVID-19 and discuss some of the latest updates. PRODUCER NOTE: The first half of this episode was taped on 2/20, and the second half was taped on 2/27 due to new developments about the outbreak.   --------------------------------------------------------------------   Subscribe to our podcast and share your favorite episodes around! Honest reviews are always appreciated. Send a message to podcast@hvmn.com with feedback, questions, and guest suggestions!

With over 88,000 confirmed cases, the coronavirus (COVID-19) is the latest global outbreak endangering human health. The outbreak has reached the "Highest level of alert", according to WHO (The World Health Organization), with the director-general warning it can go in "any direction." As the virus continues to spread and health organizations respond accordingly, Geoff and Dr. Latt Mansor dive into the science behind COVID-19 and discuss some of the latest updates. PRODUCER NOTE: The first half of this episode was taped on 2/20, and the second half was taped on 2/27 due to new developments about the outbreak.   --------------------------------------------------------------------   Subscribe to our podcast and share your favorite episodes around! Honest reviews are always appreciated. Send a message to podcast@hvmn.com with feedback, questions, and guest suggestions!

#146 - Coronavirus Global Outbreak: The Basics Explained & Dissecting the Latest Updates · Dr. Latt Mansor

Paul Benigeri, VP of Engineering and Growth at <a href="https://hvmn.com/pod">H.V.M.N.</a>, graduated from Stanford University with a BS in Computer Science. Paul, one of the first employees who joined the team, quickly went from an individual contributor to managing a world-class (& world-wide!) team of engineers, marketers, and designers. A natural biohacker and optimizer at heart, Paul not only pushes the boundaries of what H.V.M.N. can accomplish, but also himself. From 7 day fasts, to rigorous blocks of eating only meat, to seemingly never-ending fitness challenges, Paul constantly optimizes his health & performance through a systemized approach. Paul then applies the key learnings from his personal growth to the wider team at H.V.M.N. You can follow Paul's Instagram here: <a href= "https://www.instagram.com/benigeri/">https://www.instagram.com/benigeri/</a> Learn more about H.V.M.N. here: <a href= "https://hvmn.com/pod">https://hvmn.com/pod</a>   --------------------------------------------------------------------   Subscribe to our podcast, and honest reviews are always appreciated! Send a message to podcast@hvmn.com with feedback, questions, and guest suggestions!

Paul Benigeri, VP of Engineering and Growth at H.V.M.N., graduated from Stanford University with a BS in Computer Science. Paul, one of the first employees who joined the team, quickly went from an individual contributor to managing a world-class (& world-wide!) team of engineers, marketers, and designers. A natural biohacker and optimizer at heart, Paul not only pushes the boundaries of what H.V.M.N. can accomplish, but also himself. From 7 day fasts, to rigorous blocks of eating only meat, to seemingly never-ending fitness challenges, Paul constantly optimizes his health & performance through a systemized approach. Paul then applies the key learnings from his personal growth to the wider team at H.V.M.N. You can follow Paul's Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/benigeri/ Learn more about H.V.M.N. here: https://hvmn.com/pod   --------------------------------------------------------------------   Subscribe to our podcast, and honest reviews are always appreciated! Send a message to podcast@hvmn.com with feedback, questions, and guest suggestions!

#145 - Life Hacks Backed by Science: How to Self-Improve & Build Leadership Skills · Paul Benigeri

Dr. Richard Veech spent decades studying human metabolism, with his scientific contributions, (particularly in the keto field), being highly lauded among his colleagues. "He has redefined our understanding of metabolism," said Dr. Thomas Seyfried of Boston College. In an airplane crash of 48 passengers in 1968, only 10 survived...including Dr. Veech. He was named a Hero of New Hampshire for providing medical care to the survivors even though he had a broken back. At age 84, Dr. Richard Veech passed away on Jan 30, 2020. We dedicate this episode of "Geoff Talk" to Veech's memory & scientific legacy. Geoff starts off with Dr. Veech's biographical facts, dives into some of his most interesting contributions to science, and discusses how Dr. Veech's work inspires his thinking and gives an indication to where the future of ketone metabolism, human performance, and healthspan is headed. We highly recommend watching the video version of this episode on our YouTube channel here: <a href= "https://youtu.be/9ler8ksUAfE">https://youtu.be/9ler8ksUAfE</a> References: <a href= "https://www.youtube.com/redirect?v=9ler8ksUAfE&redir_token=tHQgnLZkgytKGYU_xxUBmSBrXcV8MTU4MjY1MDE5OEAxNTgyNTYzNzk4&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fpubmed%2F7768357&event=video_description"> https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/7...</a> <a href= "https://www.youtube.com/redirect?v=9ler8ksUAfE&redir_token=tHQgnLZkgytKGYU_xxUBmSBrXcV8MTU4MjY1MDE5OEAxNTgyNTYzNzk4&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov%2Fpubmed%2F30624851&event=video_description"> https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/3...</a> ------------------------------------------------------------ Learn more about H.V.M.N. here: <a href= "https://hvmn.com">https://hvmn.com</a> Send a message to podcast@hvmn.com with feedback, questions, and guest suggestions!

Dr. Richard Veech spent decades studying human metabolism, with his scientific contributions, (particularly in the keto field), being highly lauded among his colleagues. "He has redefined our understanding of metabolism," said Dr. Thomas Seyfried of Boston College. In an airplane crash of 48 passengers in 1968, only 10 survived...including Dr. Veech. He was named a Hero of New Hampshire for providing medical care to the survivors even though he had a broken back. At age 84, Dr. Richard Veech passed away on Jan 30, 2020. We dedicate this episode of "Geoff Talk" to Veech's memory & scientific legacy. Geoff starts off with Dr. Veech's biographical facts, dives into some of his most interesting contributions to science, and discusses how Dr. Veech's work inspires his thinking and gives an indication to where the future of ketone metabolism, human performance, and healthspan is headed. We highly recommend watching the video version of this episode on our YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/9ler8ksUAfE References: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/7... https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/3... ------------------------------------------------------------ Learn more about H.V.M.N. here: https://hvmn.com Send a message to podcast@hvmn.com with feedback, questions, and guest suggestions!

The Relationship Between Ketosis, Mitochondria, & NAD+/NADH Ratio: A Dr. Richard Veech Obituary · Geoff Talk

With over 250 documented fights in her professional career in Thailand, Sylvie von Duuglas-Ittu (105lbs) is truly a fighting machine. How can one fight at such an intense volume? Along with discipline made of steel, Sylvie also follows the ketogenic diet to help further her performance both in the ring and aid in her recovery between fights. You can find more about Sylvie below: Sylvie's Youtube Channel - <a class= "yt-simple-endpoint style-scope yt-formatted-string" dir="auto" spellcheck="false" href= "https://www.youtube.com/user/MasterKMuayThai" rel= "nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/user/MasterKM...</a> Sylvie's Website - <a class= "yt-simple-endpoint style-scope yt-formatted-string" dir="auto" spellcheck="false" href= "https://www.youtube.com/redirect?v=Ei6L-mAjOn8&event=video_description&q=https%3A%2F%2F8limbsus.com%2F&redir_token=EOGB53fLZFIIvOjeiyt4ZTyVs4Z8MTU4MjIwNjEzMkAxNTgyMTE5NzMy" target="_blank" rel= "nofollow noopener">https://8limbsus.com/</a> Learn more about H.V.M.N. here: <a class= "yt-simple-endpoint style-scope yt-formatted-string" dir="auto" spellcheck="false" href= "https://www.youtube.com/redirect?v=Ei6L-mAjOn8&event=video_description&q=https%3A%2F%2Fhvmn.com&redir_token=EOGB53fLZFIIvOjeiyt4ZTyVs4Z8MTU4MjIwNjEzMkAxNTgyMTE5NzMy" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://hvmn.com</a> ------------------------------------------------------------- Find this podcast on Youtube: <a class= "yt-simple-endpoint style-scope yt-formatted-string" dir="auto" spellcheck="false" href= "https://www.youtube.com/redirect?v=Ei6L-mAjOn8&event=video_description&q=https%3A%2F%2Fgo.hvmn.com%2Fsubscribe-hvmn&redir_token=EOGB53fLZFIIvOjeiyt4ZTyVs4Z8MTU4MjIwNjEzMkAxNTgyMTE5NzMy" target="_blank" rel= "nofollow noopener">https://go.hvmn.com/subscribe-hvmn</a> Send a message to podcast@hvmn.com with feedback, questions, and guest suggestions!

With over 250 documented fights in her professional career in Thailand, Sylvie von Duuglas-Ittu (105lbs) is truly a fighting machine. How can one fight at such an intense volume? Along with discipline made of steel, Sylvie also follows the ketogenic diet to help further her performance both in the ring and aid in her recovery between fights. You can find more about Sylvie below: Sylvie's Youtube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/user/MasterKM... Sylvie's Website - https://8limbsus.com/ Learn more about H.V.M.N. here: https://hvmn.com ------------------------------------------------------------- Find this podcast on Youtube: https://go.hvmn.com/subscribe-hvmn Send a message to podcast@hvmn.com with feedback, questions, and guest suggestions!

#144 - Muay Thai: The Advantages of Keto and Challenges for Women · Sylvie von Duuglas-Ittu

Ditch the flat treadmill. Hit the winding, mountainous, rocky trail instead. In this podcast, we chat with Erwan Le Corre (founder of MovNat). He follows a primal lifestyle of "natural movement", one that reconnects himself to the natural, innate capabilities of the human body. In modernity, most people only do a few movements each day, commonly finding themselves stuck in environments that limits their ability to move as freely as their ancestors could have. Geoff and Erwan and dig into the benefits of engaging with natural movements, why it might even be more beneficial for your cognition vs. pumping iron in the gym, and much more. You can find Erwan & MovNat here: <a href= "https://www.movnat.com/">https://www.movnat.com/</a> Learn more about H.V.M.N. here: <a href= "https://hvmn.com">https://hvmn.com</a> ------------------------------------------------------------------ Send a message to podcast@hvmn.com with feedback, questions, and guest suggestions!

Ditch the flat treadmill. Hit the winding, mountainous, rocky trail instead. In this podcast, we chat with Erwan Le Corre (founder of MovNat). He follows a primal lifestyle of "natural movement", one that reconnects himself to the natural, innate capabilities of the human body. In modernity, most people only do a few movements each day, commonly finding themselves stuck in environments that limits their ability to move as freely as their ancestors could have. Geoff and Erwan and dig into the benefits of engaging with natural movements, why it might even be more beneficial for your cognition vs. pumping iron in the gym, and much more. You can find Erwan & MovNat here: https://www.movnat.com/ Learn more about H.V.M.N. here: https://hvmn.com ------------------------------------------------------------------ Send a message to podcast@hvmn.com with feedback, questions, and guest suggestions!

#143 - Natural Movement: How Primal Fitness Trumps the Gym · Erwan Le Corre

For Dr. Latt Mansor (our H.V.M.N. Research Lead), diabetes is a topic that hits close to home for him. His PhD thesis work from the University of Oxford focused on diabetes and cardiovascular risk. Typically, Type 2 diabetes gradually develops through a poor lifestyle largely driven by nutrition and a sedentary lifestyle. Dr. Mansor breaks down exactly why one should seriously take into consideration their intake of carbohydrates, incorporate healthy movement-based routines, and regularly monitor your own body to minimize your risk for developing Type 2 diabetes.   Learn more about H.V.M.N. here: <a href= "https://hvmn.com/pod">https://hvmn.com/pod</a> ------------------------------------------------------------------ Send a message to podcast@hvmn.com with feedback, questions, and guest suggestions!

For Dr. Latt Mansor (our H.V.M.N. Research Lead), diabetes is a topic that hits close to home for him. His PhD thesis work from the University of Oxford focused on diabetes and cardiovascular risk. Typically, Type 2 diabetes gradually develops through a poor lifestyle largely driven by nutrition and a sedentary lifestyle. Dr. Mansor breaks down exactly why one should seriously take into consideration their intake of carbohydrates, incorporate healthy movement-based routines, and regularly monitor your own body to minimize your risk for developing Type 2 diabetes.   Learn more about H.V.M.N. here: https://hvmn.com/pod ------------------------------------------------------------------ Send a message to podcast@hvmn.com with feedback, questions, and guest suggestions!

Diabetes is a Metabolic Dysfunction: Breaking Down Insulin Resistance and Preventative Practices!

Fresh from the Metabolic Health Summit (#MHS2020), Geoffrey Woo and Dr. Latt Mansor sit down to chat about their experience interacting with the community and learning from all the fascinating presentations. The Metabolic Health Summit was created to bring two worlds together: science and society. Over four immersive days, Geoff and Dr. Mansor were exposed to some of the most cutting edge research and applications of ketosis and metabolic therapies from leading physicians around the world. It's where research meets the real world. In this episode of the H.V.M.N. Podcast, Geoff and Dr. Mansor discuss... <ul> <li>The presentations Dr. Mansor found especially interesting (Dr. John Newman, Dr. Mary Newport, & Dr. Benjamin Bikman to name a few), and sharing nuggets of the latest science he thought would be most valuable to our listeners.</li> <li>Meeting the community! Many of the guests we've had on the podcast were at MHS in-person, along with fans of the podcast. Geoff & Dr. Mansor express their gratitude and joy interacting with everyone. The movement is truly growing!</li> <li>Perhaps unsurprisingly, given recent popularity / controversy, one of the big topics underlying the summit was the #carnivore diet. Geoff and Dr. Mansor discuss the diet, shouting out Joe Rogan's instagram post on closing out #WorldCarnivoreMonth with truly amazing results on his physique and autoimmune condition.</li> </ul> We hope to see the event grow even more next year...look out for the H.V.M.N. Team at MHS 2021! Check out MHS here: <a href= "https://metabolichealthsummit.com/">https://metabolichealthsummit.com/</a> 10% off Early Bird tickets to MHS 2021 by subscribing to their newsletter: <a href= "https://mailchi.mp/metabolichealthsummit.com/mhs2021">https://mailchi.mp/metabolichealthsummit.com/mhs2021</a> Learn more about H.V.M.N. here: <a href= "https://hvmn.com/pod">https://hvmn.com/pod</a> ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Subscribe for weekly episodes, and we welcome honest reviews. Send a message to podcast@hvmn.com with feedback, questions, and guest suggestions!

Fresh from the Metabolic Health Summit (#MHS2020), Geoffrey Woo and Dr. Latt Mansor sit down to chat about their experience interacting with the community and learning from all the fascinating presentations. The Metabolic Health Summit was created to bring two worlds together: science and society. Over four immersive days, Geoff and Dr. Mansor were exposed to some of the most cutting edge research and applications of ketosis and metabolic therapies from leading physicians around the world. It's where research meets the real world. In this episode of the H.V.M.N. Podcast, Geoff and Dr. Mansor discuss... The presentations Dr. Mansor found especially interesting (Dr. John Newman, Dr. Mary Newport, & Dr. Benjamin Bikman to name a few), and sharing nuggets of the latest science he thought would be most valuable to our listeners. Meeting the community! Many of the guests we've had on the podcast were at MHS in-person, along with fans of the podcast. Geoff & Dr. Mansor express their gratitude and joy interacting with everyone. The movement is truly growing! Perhaps unsurprisingly, given recent popularity / controversy, one of the big topics underlying the summit was the #carnivore diet. Geoff and Dr. Mansor discuss the diet, shouting out Joe Rogan's instagram post on closing out #WorldCarnivoreMonth with truly amazing results on his physique and autoimmune condition. We hope to see the event grow even more next year...look out for the H.V.M.N. Team at MHS 2021! Check out MHS here: https://metabolichealthsummit.com/ 10% off Early Bird tickets to MHS 2021 by subscribing to their newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/metabolichealthsummit.com/mhs2021 Learn more about H.V.M.N. here: https://hvmn.com/pod ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Subscribe for weekly episodes, and we welcome honest reviews. Send a message to podcast@hvmn.com with feedback, questions, and guest suggestions!

#142 - Summiting Metabolic Health: MHS 2020 Recap, Joe Rogan Goes Carnivore, & the Latest in Keto Science

What exactly is a "boundless" life? With a supposed biological age of 9 years, Ben Greenfield's countless self-experiments and unconventional lifestyle just might have led him to be living one. Ben describes his new book, "Boundless", as a complete guide for upgrading the mind, optimizing performance, and defying aging. With years of following ancestral practices and testing out the most cutting-edge biotechnology, did Ben find the keys needed to unlock full human potential? In this episode of the H.V.M.N. Podcast, Geoff and Ben discuss... · The evolution of biohacking, the portrayal of the stereotypical "biohacker", and what directions the space may go in the future. · Combining ancestral wisdom and current science for optimal human health...how does one balance the past in modern society? · Defining what a "boundless" life means, Ben's proposed framework for reaching one, and what specific biohacks seem to be the most promising. Follow Ben and find "Boundless" here: <a href= "https://bengreenfieldfitness.com/">https://bengreenfieldfitness.com/</a> Save 25% off H.V.M.N. Performance Supplements here: <a href="https://hvmn.com/pod">https://hvmn.com/pod</a> (offer valid until Until January 31st, 2020) _________________________________________________________________ SUBSCRIBE for weekly content. Contact us at podcast@hvmn.com.

What exactly is a "boundless" life? With a supposed biological age of 9 years, Ben Greenfield's countless self-experiments and unconventional lifestyle just might have led him to be living one. Ben describes his new book, "Boundless", as a complete guide for upgrading the mind, optimizing performance, and defying aging. With years of following ancestral practices and testing out the most cutting-edge biotechnology, did Ben find the keys needed to unlock full human potential? In this episode of the H.V.M.N. Podcast, Geoff and Ben discuss... · The evolution of biohacking, the portrayal of the stereotypical "biohacker", and what directions the space may go in the future. · Combining ancestral wisdom and current science for optimal human health...how does one balance the past in modern society? · Defining what a "boundless" life means, Ben's proposed framework for reaching one, and what specific biohacks seem to be the most promising. Follow Ben and find "Boundless" here: https://bengreenfieldfitness.com/ Save 25% off H.V.M.N. Performance Supplements here: https://hvmn.com/pod (offer valid until Until January 31st, 2020) _________________________________________________________________ SUBSCRIBE for weekly content. Contact us at podcast@hvmn.com.

#141 - "I Feel Like a Teenager Again": Biohacks for a Boundless Life · Ben Greenfield

"Dopamine Fasting" is a recent hot trend for improving productivity, mental discipline, and essentially structuring your time with what matters most to you...without modern distractions. Dopamine is neurotransmitter involved in our brain’s system for motivation, reward, and pleasure. Even when encountering seemingly innocent actions such as scrolling through your social media feed and gawking a cute puppy picture..dopamine is getting released in the brain. Could periodically abstaining from constant dopamine releases result in a better version of yourself? Dr. Cameron Sepah, a clinical professor of psychiatry at UC San Francisco and returning podcast guest, popularized dopamine fasting in August when he published a "Dopamine Fasting" guide and made the rounds in the press. “Taking a break from behaviors that trigger strong amounts of dopamine release (especially in a repeated fashion) allows our brain to recover and restore itself,” Sepah wrote in a Vox article. Without such breaks, we become habituated to high levels of the chemical, so we feel the need to seek out ever-higher doses of stimulation to achieve the same pleasurable effect. With principles of abstinence not unlike intermittent fasting, it's not a hard reach to connect the parallels between intermittent fasting and dopamine fasting. Cutting-edge "biohacker-y" practices tend to be an easy target for attracting dismissive articles that fail to take into account the actual science.. Unfortunately, it is becoming increasingly apparent that optimizing articles for "clicks" and "virality" are becoming standard practice from even the most well-respected outlets.   In this no-holds barred podcast, we interview the man behind the "Dopamine Fasting" movement.   In this episode, Geoff & Dr. Sepah discuss: · Dr. Sepha's evidence-based definition of 'dopamine fasting' vs what is being portrayed in popular media such as the NTY. · The science behind brain addiction, specifically through the lens of modern technology driven by social media, self-validation thought the internet, & more. Cameron's approach derives from cognitive behavioral science, a well-studied field of science. · The dissatisfaction Cameron felt when reading the the latest guidelines from the American Psychology Association: "Many characteristics commonly linked with masculinity — such as courage, strength, compassion, leadership, and assertiveness — are often associated with positive psychological and behavioral health. However, according to the psychological research cited in the guidelines, some masculine social norms can have negative consequences for the health of boys and men."   Without a doubt, it's a hefty & multi-faced topic. We hope you enjoy this honest conversation! Follow Dr. Cameron Sepah here: <a href= "https://twitter.com/DrSepah">https://twitter.com/DrSepah</a>   Save 25% off H.V.M.N. Performance Supplements here: <a href= "https://hvmn.com/pod">https://hvmn.com/pod</a> (offer valid until Until January 31st, 2020) _________________________________________________________________ SUBSCRIBE for weekly content. COMMENT your thoughts below or message us podcast@hvmn.com.

"Dopamine Fasting" is a recent hot trend for improving productivity, mental discipline, and essentially structuring your time with what matters most to you...without modern distractions. Dopamine is neurotransmitter involved in our brain’s system for motivation, reward, and pleasure. Even when encountering seemingly innocent actions such as scrolling through your social media feed and gawking a cute puppy picture..dopamine is getting released in the brain. Could periodically abstaining from constant dopamine releases result in a better version of yourself? Dr. Cameron Sepah, a clinical professor of psychiatry at UC San Francisco and returning podcast guest, popularized dopamine fasting in August when he published a "Dopamine Fasting" guide and made the rounds in the press. “Taking a break from behaviors that trigger strong amounts of dopamine release (especially in a repeated fashion) allows our brain to recover and restore itself,” Sepah wrote in a Vox article. Without such breaks, we become habituated to high levels of the chemical, so we feel the need to seek out ever-higher doses of stimulation to achieve the same pleasurable effect. With principles of abstinence not unlike intermittent fasting, it's not a hard reach to connect the parallels between intermittent fasting and dopamine fasting. Cutting-edge "biohacker-y" practices tend to be an easy target for attracting dismissive articles that fail to take into account the actual science.. Unfortunately, it is becoming increasingly apparent that optimizing articles for "clicks" and "virality" are becoming standard practice from even the most well-respected outlets.   In this no-holds barred podcast, we interview the man behind the "Dopamine Fasting" movement.   In this episode, Geoff & Dr. Sepah discuss: · Dr. Sepha's evidence-based definition of 'dopamine fasting' vs what is being portrayed in popular media such as the NTY. · The science behind brain addiction, specifically through the lens of modern technology driven by social media, self-validation thought the internet, & more. Cameron's approach derives from cognitive behavioral science, a well-studied field of science. · The dissatisfaction Cameron felt when reading the the latest guidelines from the American Psychology Association: "Many characteristics commonly linked with masculinity — such as courage, strength, compassion, leadership, and assertiveness — are often associated with positive psychological and behavioral health. However, according to the psychological research cited in the guidelines, some masculine social norms can have negative consequences for the health of boys and men."   Without a doubt, it's a hefty & multi-faced topic. We hope you enjoy this honest conversation! Follow Dr. Cameron Sepah here: https://twitter.com/DrSepah   Save 25% off H.V.M.N. Performance Supplements here: https://hvmn.com/pod (offer valid until Until January 31st, 2020) _________________________________________________________________ SUBSCRIBE for weekly content. COMMENT your thoughts below or message us podcast@hvmn.com.

#140 - The Science Of Dopamine Fasting: More Than Just A Fad ft. Dr. Cameron Sepah

Headaches, heart palpitations, cramps, fatigue, mood swings, brain fog, nausea...these are some of the issues people trying out the ketogenic diet for the first time could experience. How and why does the infamous "keto flu" happen? Many don't experience it all, some can power through in just a few days...while some studies show that the keto flu can persist for 14 days. With all the positive benefits driven from the keto diet, why must some deal with these negative side-effects? We've even experienced a few of them firsthand. Perhaps, from the wise words of Spiderman 's Uncle Ben: "With a great diet comes great responsibilities." The main causes include: <ul> <li class="p1">The natural metabolic shift from glucose to fatty acids.</li> <li class="p1">Inefficiency in metabolizing fat during the adaptation period, leaving you feeling lethargic.</li> <li class="p1">Electrolyte and water loss.</li> <li class="p1">Hormonal responses to the shift in metabolism.</li> </ul> Keep in mind that keto flu is not a traditional "flu", rather the symptom caused by the changes happening in your body as you go through the diet. Dr. Latt Mansor, H.V.M.N. Research Lead, explains these causes and what you can do to make your transition to the keto lifestyle much easier. If you understand the mechanisms behind those less-than-deal moment of keto flu, you'll be in a much better position to solve it and go on your merry, ketosis-fueled day.   Sources Referenced: <a href= "https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/7332312">https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/7332312</a> <a href= "https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/7332312">https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/7332312</a> MCT Oil Powder: <a href= "https://go.hvmn.com/mct-oil-powder-pod">https://go.hvmn.com/mct-oil-powder-pod</a> _________________________________________________________________   SUBSCRIBE for weekly content. MESSAGE us  podcast@hvmn.com. LEARN more at <a href= "https://www.hvmn.com/pod">https://www.hvmn.com/pod</a>

Headaches, heart palpitations, cramps, fatigue, mood swings, brain fog, nausea...these are some of the issues people trying out the ketogenic diet for the first time could experience. How and why does the infamous "keto flu" happen? Many don't experience it all, some can power through in just a few days...while some studies show that the keto flu can persist for 14 days. With all the positive benefits driven from the keto diet, why must some deal with these negative side-effects? We've even experienced a few of them firsthand. Perhaps, from the wise words of Spiderman 's Uncle Ben: "With a great diet comes great responsibilities." The main causes include: The natural metabolic shift from glucose to fatty acids. Inefficiency in metabolizing fat during the adaptation period, leaving you feeling lethargic. Electrolyte and water loss. Hormonal responses to the shift in metabolism. Keep in mind that keto flu is not a traditional "flu", rather the symptom caused by the changes happening in your body as you go through the diet. Dr. Latt Mansor, H.V.M.N. Research Lead, explains these causes and what you can do to make your transition to the keto lifestyle much easier. If you understand the mechanisms behind those less-than-deal moment of keto flu, you'll be in a much better position to solve it and go on your merry, ketosis-fueled day.   Sources Referenced: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/7332312 https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/7332312 MCT Oil Powder: https://go.hvmn.com/mct-oil-powder-pod _________________________________________________________________   SUBSCRIBE for weekly content. MESSAGE us  podcast@hvmn.com. LEARN more at https://www.hvmn.com/pod

How NOT to Catch the "Keto Flu" - Why It Happens & How To Avoid It · Dr. Latt Mansor

Kevin Bass is unafraid to publicly call out those in the health & nutrition community he deems irresponsible...perhaps even dangerous. Kevin states: “Bad science will hurt people”. Passionate about truly helping people, his mission is to stop misinformation from spreading. Albeit a controversial figure in the ketogenic diet community, we’ve found that Kevin isn’t as “anti-keto” as some would say. He’s an MD/PhD student whose thesis research actually focuses on the ketogenic diet and cancer. He’s acutely aware of the positive, neutral, & negative research, and does his best to bring a balanced perspective backed by published science. In this episode, Geoff & Kevin discuss: <ul> <li>What about keto is overhyped & what is actually exciting? For example, is it curing diabetes or just putting it into remission? Does it have the potential to treat cancer?</li> <li>Sensationalism vs. pragmatism: How can we create better science for the public? How can we determine who is a legitimate science-based health expert and who is not?</li> <li>Kevin’s own personal health journey, nutrition protocols, challenges faced in medical school, & what motivates him.</li> </ul> Kevin’s Twitter: <a href= "https://twitter.com/kevinnbass">https://twitter.com/kevinnbass</a> Kevin’s Website: <a href= "https://nutritionalrevolution.org/">https://nutritionalrevolution.org/</a> ------------------------------------------------------------------ Send a message to podcast@hvmn.com with feedback, questions, and guest suggestions!

Kevin Bass is unafraid to publicly call out those in the health & nutrition community he deems irresponsible...perhaps even dangerous. Kevin states: “Bad science will hurt people”. Passionate about truly helping people, his mission is to stop misinformation from spreading. Albeit a controversial figure in the ketogenic diet community, we’ve found that Kevin isn’t as “anti-keto” as some would say. He’s an MD/PhD student whose thesis research actually focuses on the ketogenic diet and cancer. He’s acutely aware of the positive, neutral, & negative research, and does his best to bring a balanced perspective backed by published science. In this episode, Geoff & Kevin discuss: What about keto is overhyped & what is actually exciting? For example, is it curing diabetes or just putting it into remission? Does it have the potential to treat cancer? Sensationalism vs. pragmatism: How can we create better science for the public? How can we determine who is a legitimate science-based health expert and who is not? Kevin’s own personal health journey, nutrition protocols, challenges faced in medical school, & what motivates him. Kevin’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/kevinnbass Kevin’s Website: https://nutritionalrevolution.org/ ------------------------------------------------------------------ Send a message to podcast@hvmn.com with feedback, questions, and guest suggestions!

Good vs. Bad Science: Keto Hype, Cancer Research, & Fighting Misinformation · Kevin Bass, MS · #138

L. Amber O’Hearn grew up in a household that followed a mostly vegetarian diet. In the subsequent years, Amber struggled with weight fluctuations & mental health disorders. After first experimenting with a low-carb diet, then a ketogenic diet, Amber finally discovered she only required one food that alleviated her from psychiatric medications and weight issues… Meat. For the past decade, Amber has been following the carnivore diet and meticulously researching nearly everything about ketogenic nutrition. An “OG” carnivore and data scientist by profession, Amber joins the H.V.M.N. Podcast to share her story. In this episode, Geoff & Amber discuss: <ul> <li>Theories for her neurological issues and the possible explanations for why avoiding plants and eating meat was best for her brain and overall health.</li> <li>The issues with modern veggies & fruit…could they be playing a role in the development of autoimmune disorders?</li> <li>Nuances of protein consumption, ketosis, mTor activation, and AMPK stimulation</li> </ul> Follow Amber on Twitter here: <a href= "https://twitter.com/KetoCarnivore">https://twitter.com/KetoCarnivore</a> Learn more about Keto Collagen+: <a href= "https://go.hvmn.com/keto-collagen-plus">https://go.hvmn.com/keto-collagen-plus</a> ---------------------------------------------------------------- Contact podcast@hvmn.com with any feedback, questions, and guest suggestions!

L. Amber O’Hearn grew up in a household that followed a mostly vegetarian diet. In the subsequent years, Amber struggled with weight fluctuations & mental health disorders. After first experimenting with a low-carb diet, then a ketogenic diet, Amber finally discovered she only required one food that alleviated her from psychiatric medications and weight issues… Meat. For the past decade, Amber has been following the carnivore diet and meticulously researching nearly everything about ketogenic nutrition. An “OG” carnivore and data scientist by profession, Amber joins the H.V.M.N. Podcast to share her story. In this episode, Geoff & Amber discuss: Theories for her neurological issues and the possible explanations for why avoiding plants and eating meat was best for her brain and overall health. The issues with modern veggies & fruit…could they be playing a role in the development of autoimmune disorders? Nuances of protein consumption, ketosis, mTor activation, and AMPK stimulation Follow Amber on Twitter here: https://twitter.com/KetoCarnivore Learn more about Keto Collagen+: https://go.hvmn.com/keto-collagen-plus ---------------------------------------------------------------- Contact podcast@hvmn.com with any feedback, questions, and guest suggestions!

Optimizing Brain Power: Eat Meat, Avoid Veggies? Carnivore Diet Science! · L. Amber O'Hearn · #137

The HVMN Podcast deconstructs how we can become the best versions of ourselves. Unafraid of difficult topics and tough questions, Geoffrey Woo immerses himself in the core pillars of humanity to investigate one of life’s oldest questions: What makes us human? Join us in candid conversations with professionals from countless industries to explore everything from the hottest health and performance interventions, to constructs of modern society and technology. How can you safely and effectively optimize yourself? Where is the future of humanity headed? What can you do to make the world a smarter, healthier, happier place? Let’s find out together each and every week. Common Topics: Ketogenic diet, intermittent fasting, metabolic health, fitness, biohacking, sports science, & nutrition.

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