Beauty and the Biohacker – Details, episodes & analysis

In this episode, we welcome back Dr. Erika Gray (My Toolbox Genomics) to discuss the importance of DNA & Epigenetic testing for optimal health.

LEARN MORE: https://www.mytoolboxgenomics.com (use code B&B7 at checkout)

WHAT THIS EPISODE COVERS:

• What epigenetic testing reveals about skin health and cellular aging
• Dark side of biohacking genetic testing (and data privacy)
• How My Toolbox Genomics works
• How does Epigenetics testing differ from DNA testing?
• Nature v. Nurture (and the role these play in genetic testing)
• What do you think is the most powerful way to support aging?

ABOUT TOOLBOX GENOMICS:

Toolbox Genomics is a data interpretation service. They take genetic data generated by a CLIA/CAPP certified lab and compare it against hundreds of genetic markers that our research team has identified as significant. The company also has a comprehensive data protection privacy policy, which you can find outlined on their website.

ABOUT DR. ERIKA GRAY:

Dr. Erika Gray, is a UCSF trained pharmacist, educator, national speaker and co-founder and Chief Medical Officer of ToolBox Genomics and MyToolBox Genomics, a digital platform that takes an individual’s genetic test results and offers a virtual toolbox of informative, user-friendly, lifestyle choices and action plans to live the healthiest possible life. With almost 2 decades of experience in the world of functional medicine and a decade of experience in genomics and pharmacy, Dr. Gray is dedicated to helping practitioners and individuals understand the intersection of their unique genetics with the environment, and how they can positively change their health trajectory.

ABOUT BEAUTY & THE BIOHACKER:

• Learn more: beautyandthebiohacker.com
• Email us at info@beautyandthebiohacker.com

ABOUT RACHEL & KATIE:

• Learn more with Rachel Varga BScN, RN, CANS, Board Certified Aesthetic Nurse Specialist https://RachelVarga.ca
• BOOK YOUR ONE ON ONE Virtual Skin and Aging Consultation with Rachel Varga here: https://RachelVarga.ca/get-started
• Learn more with Katie Type A: https://katietypea.com
• Check out Katie Type A's YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/3le3MUJ

DISCLAIMER: Information in this podcast and interview is not to be taken as medical advice, and always consult with your Physician before making any lifestyle changes. The material shared by guests in this podcast is not the opinion of Rachel Varga or Katie Moore, and disclaims any responsibility of inaccurate credentials of guests or information used that may cause harm. Always consult with your licensed Physician before any lifestyle modifications.

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, we're joined by Amitay Eshel, the CEO and Co-Founder of Young Goose: an innovative new skincare line that combines NAD+, Resveratrol, and CoQ10, which are specially synthesized to be directly absorbed by your skin and rejuvenate your skin on a cellular level.

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What we discuss:

• What's different about the Young Goose skincare line?
• Amitay's backstory and why he decided to create a biohacking skincare line
• Thoughts on gene editing in skin care?
• Ingredients in the Young Goose line of skin products
• Importance of NAD+ for the skin
• Factors that expedite skin aging
• What is missing in the biohacking space?

ABOUT AMITAY:

Amitay Eshel is an entrepreneur in the biohacking and beauty fields. He has held executive roles in the health, wellness, and beauty industry for over a decade, as well as being a business development consultant in that space . As co-founder and CEO of Young Goose, the biohacking skincare company, and host of the Young Goose’s Biohacking Beauty podcast, Amitay has been making waves in his industry through education and innovation. Young Goose embodies his two passions, performance optimization, and skin health, with products that boost the functions of natural rejuvenation processes in the skin.

ABOUT BEAUTY & THE BIOHACKER:

• Learn more: beautyandthebiohacker.com
• Email us at info@beautyandthebiohacker.com

ABOUT RACHEL & KATIE:

• Learn more with Rachel Varga BScN, RN, CANS, Board Certified Aesthetic Nurse Specialist https://RachelVarga.ca
• BOOK YOUR ONE ON ONE Virtual Skin and Aging Consultation with Rachel Varga here: https://RachelVarga.ca/get-started
• Learn more with Katie Type A: https://katietypea.com
• Check out Katie Type A's YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/3le3MUJ

DISCLAIMER: Information in this podcast and interview is not to be taken as medical advice, and always consult with your Physician before making any lifestyle changes. The material shared by guests in this podcast is not the opinion of Rachel Varga or Katie Moore, and disclaims any responsibility of inaccurate credentials of guests or information used that may cause harm. Always consult with your licensed Physician before any lifestyle modifications.

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, we sit down with health and wellness expert, Cynthia Thurlow, to discuss her new book and the benefits of intermittent fasting for longevity, cognition, and hormonal health.

ABOUT CYNTHIA THURLOW

Cynthia is a globally recognized expert in nutrition and intermittent fasting, highly sought-after speaker, and the CEO and founder of Everyday Wellness Project. She’s been a nurse practitioner for 20+ years, and is a two-time TEDx speaker. Her viral TEDx Talk: intermittent fasting: transformative technique has been viewed over 7 million times. She has been featured on ABC, FOX5, KTLA, CW and in Medium and Entrepreneur. She’s also the host of Everyday Wellness podcast, which was listed as “20 podcasts that will help you grow in 2020” by Entrepreneur magazine.

• ORDER THE BOOK: Intermittent Fasting Transformation
• LEARN MORE: cynthiathurlow.com

If you want to learn more about some of our go-to products for recovery and performance, check out our B&B Favorites Page: https://beautyandthebiohacker.com/favourites

ABOUT BEAUTY & THE BIOHACKER:

• Learn more: beautyandthebiohacker.com
• Email us at info@beautyandthebiohacker.com

ABOUT RACHEL & KATIE:

• Learn more with Rachel Varga BScN, RN, CANS, Board Certified Aesthetic Nurse Specialist https://RachelVarga.ca
• BOOK YOUR ONE ON ONE Virtual Skin and Aging Consultation with Rachel Varga here: https://RachelVarga.ca/get-started
• Learn more with Katie Type A: https://katietypea.com
• Check out Katie Type A's YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/3le3MUJ

DISCLAIMER: Information in this podcast and interview is not to be taken as medical advice, and always consult with your Physician before making any lifestyle changes. The material shared by guests in this podcast is not the opinion of Rachel Varga or Katie Moore, and disclaims any responsibility of inaccurate credentials of guests or information used that may cause harm. Always consult with your licensed Physician before any lifestyle modifications.

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Party of Two Continues! In Part 2 of this "magical" solo episode, we continue the discussion around some of our favorite trends in the health and skincare space this year!

Topics include:

• Red Light Therapy
• Collagen supplements
• Saunas (dry v. infrared)
• Cold therapy (ice bath v. cryo)
• Hyperbaric oxygen chambers
• Top Baseline Health Tests (Viome, Inside Tracker)
• Gua Sha techniques
• and more

Check out our recent interview on the BiOptimizers - Awesome Health Podcast here

If you want to learn more about some of our go-to products for recovery and performance, check out our B&B Favorites Page: https://beautyandthebiohacker.com/favourites

ABOUT BEAUTY & THE BIOHACKER:

• Learn more: beautyandthebiohacker.com
• Email us at info@beautyandthebiohacker.com

ABOUT RACHEL & KATIE:

• Learn more with Rachel Varga BScN, RN, CANS, Board Certified Aesthetic Nurse Specialist https://RachelVarga.ca
• BOOK YOUR ONE ON ONE Virtual Skin and Aging Consultation with Rachel Varga here: https://RachelVarga.ca/get-started
• Learn more with Katie Type A: https://katietypea.com
• Check out Katie Type A's YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/3le3MUJ

DISCLAIMER: Information in this podcast and interview is not to be taken as medical advice, and always consult with your Physician before making any lifestyle changes. The material shared by guests in this podcast is not the opinion of Rachel Varga or Katie Moore, and disclaims any responsibility of inaccurate credentials of guests or information used that may cause harm. Always consult with your licensed Physician before any lifestyle modifications.

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In Part 1 of this solo episode, we talk all about the latest health gadgets and new skincare routines we're most excited for in 2022!

Topics include:

• New smart rings
• Skincare supplements
• Hot/cold therapy
• At-home peels and derma rolling
• New epigenetic/biological age tests
• and more

If you want to learn more about some of our go-to products for recovery and performance, check out our B&B Favorites Page: https://beautyandthebiohacker.com/favourites

ABOUT BEAUTY & THE BIOHACKER:

• Learn more: beautyandthebiohacker.com
• Email us at info@beautyandthebiohacker.com

ABOUT RACHEL & KATIE:

• Learn more with Rachel Varga BScN, RN, CANS, Board Certified Aesthetic Nurse Specialist https://RachelVarga.ca
• BOOK YOUR ONE ON ONE Virtual Skin and Aging Consultation with Rachel Varga here: https://RachelVarga.ca/get-started
• Learn more with Katie Type A: https://katietypea.com
• Check out Katie Type A's YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/3le3MUJ

DISCLAIMER: Information in this podcast and interview is not to be taken as medical advice, and always consult with your Physician before making any lifestyle changes. The material shared by guests in this podcast is not the opinion of Rachel Varga or Katie Moore, and disclaims any responsibility of inaccurate credentials of guests or information used that may cause harm. Always consult with your licensed Physician before any lifestyle modifications.

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this week's episode, we sit down with Faraz Khan (Anti-Aging and Longevity Expert) to discuss various anti-aging supplements, serums, and protocols that can potentially help reverse the clock on hair loss.

ABOUT FARAZ

Learn more: https://farazmkhan.com

Hair Loss Solutions: https://fullyvital.com (use code BB15 at checkout)

Faraz Khan is a former computer scientist turned longevity educator, speaker and biohacker. Seeing his parents age before his eyes prompted Faraz to dive headfirst into the world of anti-aging and longevity.

Faraz turned from helping large media, life sciences and pharma companies to helping everyday people beat back the scourge of aging. He launched his podcast "Anti-Aging Hacks" in 2019 where he interviews the top minds in longevity, anti-aging and health. Faraz also struggled with hair thinning for two decades which led him on a quest around the world to find hair wellness solutions that really work. You can find Faraz's podcast at antiaginghacks.net and hair wellness solutions at fullyvital.com.

If you want to learn more about some of our go-to products for recovery and performance, check out our B&B Favorites Page: https://beautyandthebiohacker.com/favourites

ABOUT BEAUTY & THE BIOHACKER:

• Learn more: beautyandthebiohacker.com
• Email us at info@beautyandthebiohacker.com

ABOUT RACHEL & KATIE:

• Learn more with Rachel Varga BScN, RN, CANS, Board Certified Aesthetic Nurse Specialist https://RachelVarga.ca
• BOOK YOUR ONE ON ONE Virtual Skin and Aging Consultation with Rachel Varga here: https://RachelVarga.ca/get-started
• Learn more with Katie Type A: https://katietypea.com
• Check out Katie Type A's YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/3le3MUJ

DISCLAIMER: Information in this podcast and interview is not to be taken as medical advice, and always consult with your Physician before making any lifestyle changes. The material shared by guests in this podcast is not the opinion of Rachel Varga or Katie Moore, and disclaims any responsibility of inaccurate credentials of guests or information used that may cause harm. Always consult with your licensed Physician before any lifestyle modifications.

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Evan Hirsch to unpack some of the symptoms, causes, and 4 potential treatment options for dealing with chronic fatigue.

LEARN MORE

https://www.FixYourFatigue.com

Evan H. Hirsch, MD, is a World-Renowned Fatigue Expert and is the Founder & CEO of the International Center for Fatigue. Through his best-selling book, podcast, and international online programs, he has helped thousands of people around the world resolve their fatigue & Long Haulers symptoms naturally, and is on a mission to help 1 million more. He has been featured on television, podcasts, and summits, and when he’s not at the office, you can find him singing musicals, dancing, and playing basketball with his family.

If you want to learn more about some of our go-to products for recovery and performance, check out our B&B Favorites Page: https://beautyandthebiohacker.com/favourites

ABOUT BEAUTY & THE BIOHACKER:

• Learn more: beautyandthebiohacker.com
• Email us at info@beautyandthebiohacker.com

ABOUT RACHEL & KATIE:

• Learn more with Rachel Varga BScN, RN, CANS, Board Certified Aesthetic Nurse Specialist https://RachelVarga.ca
• BOOK YOUR ONE ON ONE Virtual Skin and Aging Consultation with Rachel Varga here: https://RachelVarga.ca/get-started
• Learn more with Katie Type A: https://katietypea.com
• Check out Katie Type A's YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/3le3MUJ

DISCLAIMER: Information in this podcast and interview is not to be taken as medical advice, and always consult with your Physician before making any lifestyle changes. The material shared by guests in this podcast is not the opinion of Rachel Varga or Katie Moore, and disclaims any responsibility of inaccurate credentials of guests or information used that may cause harm. Always consult with your licensed Physician before any lifestyle modifications.

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Serge Gregoire (Ph.D, Nutritionist/Dietician) to discuss all things nutrition and longevity, including peptides, stem cells, metabolic flexibility, the Carnivore Diet, and much more!

ABOUT DR. SERGE

Learn more at nutrition-houston.com

Dr. Serge has Ph.D. in the field of experimental medicine from McGill University, Quebec, Canada. He is a fellow of Harvard Medical School, Massachusetts General Hospital, and Harvard Stem Cell Institute. He is a member of the Academy of Integrative Health and Medicine and I am a board-certified member of the Academy of Environmental Medicine. He serves as an expert witness for The Expert Institute. This institute provides experts to attorneys and law firms that require in-depth expertise on medical issues in legal cases. He is a functional medicine expert and clinical herbalist; has authored 4 books on health-related topics, and has published 20 articles in peer-reviewed scientific journals. He holds an advanced certification in Nutrition Response Testing (NRT) from Ulan Nutritional Systems in Florida, and he is a certified herbalist through the Australian College of Phytotherapy.

If you want to learn more about some of our go-to products for recovery and performance, check out our B&B Favorites Page: https://beautyandthebiohacker.com/favourites

ABOUT BEAUTY & THE BIOHACKER:

• Learn more: beautyandthebiohacker.com
• Email us at info@beautyandthebiohacker.com

ABOUT RACHEL & KATIE:

• Learn more with Rachel Varga BScN, RN, CANS, Board Certified Aesthetic Nurse Specialist https://RachelVarga.ca
• BOOK YOUR ONE ON ONE Virtual Skin and Aging Consultation with Rachel Varga here: https://RachelVarga.ca/get-started
• Learn more with Katie Type A: https://katietypea.com
• Check out Katie Type A's YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/3le3MUJ

DISCLAIMER: Information in this podcast and interview is not to be taken as medical advice, and always consult with your Physician before making any lifestyle changes. The material shared by guests in this podcast is not the opinion of Rachel Varga or Katie Moore, and disclaims any responsibility of inaccurate credentials of guests or information used that may cause harm. Always consult with your licensed Physician before any lifestyle modifications.

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, we sit down with the team at Viome to discuss the future of personalized health and nutrition as we walk you through our own Health Intelligence Scores (including Rachel's shocking biological age!)

WE DISCUSS:

• What the Viome at-home Test is like
• How does Viome categorize food groups?
• What is a Stress Response score?
• Practical ways to implement Viome's results into your routine
• How often to retest?
• What your Protein Fermentation Score says about your digestive health and diet
• What we can expect to see from Viome in 2022!
• and more!

LEARN MORE ABOUT VIOME

• Viome (use code B&B at checkout for special savings)

ABOUT VIOME

When it comes to getting the right food and supplements, don’t guess. Test! Viome analyzes your blood and stool to generate personalized food recommendations and over 30 health insights based on your unique biology and gut microbiome. Their Gut Intelligence Test analyzes your microbial gene expression and includes over 20 subscores related to inflammation, microbial activity, richness & diversity, gut lining health, and more. The nutrition recommendations included with this test target the underlying cause of inflammation in your gut microbiome and represent the first step in improving your gut health!

The Health Intelligence Test is their most comprehensive test available, providing an in-depth analysis of your microbial, human, and mitochondrial gene expressions. This test reveals how your gut microbiome health is impacting other areas in your body and includes over 30 subscores related to gut microbiome health, biological aging (how you’re aging internally) cellular function health, immune health, energy levels, and stress response.

ABOUT GRANT

Dr. Grant Antoine is a naturopathic doctor who is passionate about patient empowerment and patient education. In clinical practice he utilizes the unique blend of applied science and medical art found only in modern naturopathic medicine. His areas of interest include preventive medicine, cardiovascular health, endocrine and metabolic disorders, environmental medicine, and neurocognitive health.

Dr Antoine has brought this same passion to Viome where he is involved in clinical trial design and the development of nutritional and supplement interventions for Viome’s user recommendations and efficacy studies.

At Viome he feels the marriage of technology, systems biology, and the human microbiome provides individuals with an unprecedented resource of practical and actionable health insights. The accessibility of the Viome platform also provides the means to impact the health of many more individuals than could ever be possible through traditional, in-clinic services.

Dr Antoine received his Bachelor of Science in Cellular and Molecular Biology from the University of Texas at Dallas and later attended Bastyr University of California where he earned his Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine degree. After medical school he attended residency in Integrative Primary Care at the Susan Samueli Integrative Health Institute at the University of California Irvine School of Medicine.

Dr Antoine is near completion of the Institute of Functional Medicine’s Practitioner Certification and is an active member of multiple medical associations including the American Association of Naturopathic Doctors, The Institute for Functional Medicine, and the Academy of Integrative Health and Medicine.

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ABOUT HILARY

Hilary Keiser is a biochemist turned biohacker. Her passion for wellness extends beyond hacking her own health to using artificial intelligence to improve the health of thousands. As a Clinical Nutritionist at Viome, she has worked to train the AI platform to make precision nutrition recommendations. She believes that Viome’s precision nutrition program can truly slow the progression of disease and may someday make illness obsolete. Hilary holds a Bachelor’s in Chemistry and Biology from the University of Hartford and a Masters in Biochemistry from San Diego State University. She is an avid yoga practitioner, snowboarder, food lover, and at-home fermentation enthusiast.

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Learn more about Viome:

• For specific food guidance for your body's needs, check out the Viome Health Intelligence Test Kit and use code B&B for special savings and order your kit here.

If you want to learn more about some of our go-to products for recovery and performance, check out our B&B Favorites Page: https://beautyandthebiohacker.com/favourites

ABOUT BEAUTY & THE BIOHACKER:

• Learn more: beautyandthebiohacker.com
• Email us at info@beautyandthebiohacker.com

ABOUT RACHEL & KATIE:

• Learn more with Rachel Varga BScN, RN, CANS, Board Certified Aesthetic Nurse Specialist https://RachelVarga.ca
• BOOK YOUR ONE ON ONE Virtual Skin and Aging Consultation with Rachel Varga here: https://RachelVarga.ca/get-started
• Learn more with Katie Type A: https://katietypea.com
• Check out Katie Type A's YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/3le3MUJ

DISCLAIMER: Information in this podcast and interview is not to be taken as medical advice, and always consult with your Physician before making any lifestyle changes. The material shared by guests in this podcast is not the opinion of Rachel Varga or Katie Moore, and disclaims any responsibility of inaccurate credentials of guests or information used that may cause harm. Always consult with your licensed Physician before any lifestyle modifications.

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, we share the most important lessons learned in becoming full-time entrepreneurs, including budgeting, outsourcing, time management, prioritizing mental health, and more! If you are thinking about starting your own business -- or are in the midst of navigating life as your own boss -- you won't want to miss this episode! Special thanks to Viome for sponsoring this episode.

We discuss:

• Key steps we took to start own our businesses (online coaching and content creation)
• How to build your network from the ground up
• When is the right time to hire a virtual assistant?
• How to incorporate biohacking into your professional practices
• Key diagnostic tests we use to measure our health and wellbeing
• Time management and how to set your own schedule
• Striking balance between professional and personal life

Learn more about Viome:

• For specific food guidance for your body's needs, check out the Viome Health Intelligence Test Kit and use code B&B for special savings and order your kit here.

If you want to learn more about some of our go-to products for recovery and performance, check out our B&B Favorites Page: https://beautyandthebiohacker.com/favourites

ABOUT BEAUTY & THE BIOHACKER:

• Learn more: beautyandthebiohacker.com
• Email us at info@beautyandthebiohacker.com

ABOUT RACHEL & KATIE:

• Learn more with Rachel Varga BScN, RN, CANS, Board Certified Aesthetic Nurse Specialist https://RachelVarga.ca
• BOOK YOUR ONE ON ONE Virtual Skin and Aging Consultation with Rachel Varga here: https://RachelVarga.ca/get-started
• Learn more with Katie Type A: https://katietypea.com
• Check out Katie Type A's YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/3le3MUJ

DISCLAIMER: Information in this podcast and interview is not to be taken as medical advice, and always consult with your Physician before making any lifestyle changes. The material shared by guests in this podcast is not the opinion of Rachel Varga or Katie Moore, and disclaims any responsibility of inaccurate credentials of guests or information used that may cause harm. Always consult with your licensed Physician before any lifestyle modifications.

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.