Work Smarter Not Harder by Biohacking Your Health with Dave Asprey
03/13/23 • 84 min
Today we’re joined by the “Father of Biohacking”, Dave Asprey. Dave is a four-time New York Times bestselling science author and host of the Webby award-winning podcast The Human Upgrade. In this episode we cover topics from Dave’s new book Smarter Not Harder, touching on more efficient ways to exercise, the differences between animal & plant proteins, important vitamins & minerals, and how to accelerate your emotional wellbeing.
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Episode Overview:
0:00:00 - Intro
0:02:01 - The difference between animal & plant proteins
0:09:03 - A word from our sponsors
0:14:28 - New study on animal & plant protein
0:16:50 - The benefits of animal protein
0:20:31 - Why working harder doesn’t work
0:23:34 - The smarter way to exercise
0:29:26 - Exercising using AI machines
0:37:39 - What happens when you rapidly deplete glycogen
0:42:49 - The problem with the gym industry
0:45:45 - The psychology of the “work harder” movement
0:50:09 - Phytic acid explained
0:57:26 - Dairy in America
0:60:03 - Oscillates & lectins and how they can affect you
1:04:02 - The importance of vitamins & minerals (plus Dave’s recommendations)
1:10:30 - Vitamin & mineral differences between men & women
1:14:40 - The reason for grey hair during the pandemic
1:17:09 - Working smarter not harder at becoming emotionally healthy
1:28:56 - Outro
We’d like to thank our sponsors:
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FourSigmatic Use code DRSTEPHANIE for 10% off
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BIOOPTIMIZERS - receive 10% off your order with Promo Code "ESTIMA"
The DNA Company - $50 discount using code "DRSTEPHANIE" at checkout.
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Get yourself a copy of my best-selling book, The Betty Body
Join the Hello Betty Community here
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Are you A Healthcare Practitioner? Join The Estima Certification Program Here
Today we’re joined by the “Father of Biohacking”, Dave Asprey. Dave is a four-time New York Times bestselling science author and host of the Webby award-winning podcast The Human Upgrade. In this episode we cover topics from Dave’s new book Smarter Not Harder, touching on more efficient ways to exercise, the differences between animal & plant proteins, important vitamins & minerals, and how to accelerate your emotional wellbeing.
Links for This Episode:
Episode Overview:
0:00:00 - Intro
0:02:01 - The difference between animal & plant proteins
0:09:03 - A word from our sponsors
0:14:28 - New study on animal & plant protein
0:16:50 - The benefits of animal protein
0:20:31 - Why working harder doesn’t work
0:23:34 - The smarter way to exercise
0:29:26 - Exercising using AI machines
0:37:39 - What happens when you rapidly deplete glycogen
0:42:49 - The problem with the gym industry
0:45:45 - The psychology of the “work harder” movement
0:50:09 - Phytic acid explained
0:57:26 - Dairy in America
0:60:03 - Oscillates & lectins and how they can affect you
1:04:02 - The importance of vitamins & minerals (plus Dave’s recommendations)
1:10:30 - Vitamin & mineral differences between men & women
1:14:40 - The reason for grey hair during the pandemic
1:17:09 - Working smarter not harder at becoming emotionally healthy
1:28:56 - Outro
We’d like to thank our sponsors:
Athletic Greens - redeem an exclusive offer here
FourSigmatic Use code DRSTEPHANIE for 10% off
Orion Red Light Therapy - Use the code STEPHANIE10 for 10% off
Schinouusa - Use code DR.ESTIMA10 for 10% off
BIOOPTIMIZERS - receive 10% off your order with Promo Code "ESTIMA"
The DNA Company - $50 discount using code "DRSTEPHANIE" at checkout.
HVMN Ketones - get 10% off your order with Promo Code “STEPHANIE”
Living Libations - Use code BETTER for 15% off
LMNT Electrolytes - A FREE 7-flavor sample pack!
PRIMEADINE - get 10% Off your Order with Promo Code “DRSTEPHANIE10”
Get yourself a copy of my best-selling book, The Betty Body
Join the Hello Betty Community here
Sign up for my FREE MASTERCLASS: HEALTHY OFFERS - for health practitioners looking for strategies to earn more money
Are you A Healthcare Practitioner? Join The Estima Certification Program Here
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Episode 300...we made it! Thank you to all the Betty’s for listening and making the Better! show what it is, we wouldn’t be here without YOU, our dedicated audience. Today we’re joined by Dr. Kyle Gillett, a holistic care doctor who’s practice includes preventative medicine, aesthetics, sports medicine, hormone optimization and many other crucial avenues. We discuss the intricacies of hormones and dive deep into the science of androgens and testosterone, while also touching on Dr. Gillett’s “6 Pillars of Health”.
Links for This Episode:
Episode Overview:
0:00:00 - Intro
0:09:00 - Interview Begins
0:09:41 - Myths around testosterone
0:11:57 - Baseline hormone lab measurements
0:14:45 - The 6 Pillars of Health
0:20:27 - Considerations when designing a diet
0:26:27 - What are androgens & what do they do
0:34:45 - Consequences of producing DHT
0:37:51 - Optimizing DHT in the body
0:40:18 - Extending your fertile window
0:47:31 - Supplements: L-Carnitine & Boron
0:58:30 - Controversy around TRT for women
1:01:16 - Contributing factors to hair loss
1:10:13 - How to improve sleep
1:16:10 - Alternative obesity treatments
1:25:40 - Simple tips to improve your diet
1:32:45 - The thermal effect of food
1:27:01 - Leptin’s role in the body
1:44:09 - Why some people don’t become obese
1:50:36 - Why you can’t overeat meat
1:55:51 - Outro
We’d like to thank our sponsors:
Athletic Greens - redeem an exclusive offer here
FourSigmatic Use code DRSTEPHANIE for 10% off
Orion Red Light Therapy - Use the code STEPHANIE10 for 10% off
Schinouusa - Use code DR.ESTIMA10 for 10% off
BIOOPTIMIZERS - receive 10% off your order with Promo Code "ESTIMA"
The DNA Company - $50 discount using code "DRSTEPHANIE" at checkout.
HVMN Ketones - get 10% off your order with Promo Code “STEPHANIE”
Living Libations - Use code BETTER for 15% off
LMNT Electrolytes - A FREE 7-flavor sample pack!
PRIMEADINE - get 10% Off your Order with Promo Code “DRSTEPHANIE10”
Get yourself a copy of my best-selling book, The Betty Body
Join the Hello Betty Community here
Sign up for my FREE MASTERCLASS: HEALTHY OFFERS - for health practitioners looking for strategies to earn more money
Are you A Healthcare Practitioner? Join The Estima Certification Program Here
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Flexible Dieting, Protein & Nutrient Timing with Alan Aragon
Today we’re joined by Alan Aragon, a nutrition researcher and educator with over 30 years of success in the field. He is known as one of the most influential figures in the fitness industry’s movement toward evidence-based information. His notable clients include Stone Cold Steve Austin, Derek Fisher, and Pete Sampras. In this episode, we talk about the various approaches to dieting and Alan’s recommendation which he calls “Flexible Dieting”. We also dive deep into protein (consumption, timing, and types) as well as other aspects of the complex world of nutrition. Get your pen and paper ready because this one’s a doozy...in the best way possible!
Links for this episode:
Alan’s Book “Flexible Dieting”
Study: How much protein in a single meal can be used for muscle building
Study: Animal vs Plant Protein
Episode Overview:
0:00:00 - Intro
0:02:36 - Interview begins
0:03:32 - The importance of flexible dieting
0:06:16 - Flexible dieting explained
0:10:02 - A word from our sponsors
0:15:41 - Nutrition isn’t black and white
0:19:09 - Total daily protein intake
0:24:50 - Protein for longevity as you age
0:35:30 - Aging isn’t linear, it’s exponential
0:37:25 - Ideal protein intake for sedentary individuals
0:39:39 - Ideal protein intake for athletic individuals
0:41:35 - Grams of protein per meal
0:46:01 - Eat protein earlier in the day
0:49:36 - Pre-bed protein to increase muscle mass
0:53:46 - Intermittent fasting challenges
1:05:45 - Osteoporosis in women
1:06:30 - Acute anabolic timing window
1:22:04 - When to have protein for an early morning workout
1:26:01 - When to supplement with creatine
1:28:01 - The best types of protein (animal vs plant)
1:43:47 - Nutrient deficiencies in vegetarians & vegans
1:50:34 - The controversial topic of transgendered sports
1:52:07 - Outro
We’d like to thank our sponsors:
Athletic Greens - redeem an exclusive offer here
FourSigmatic Use code DRSTEPHANIE for 10% off
Orion Red Light Therapy - Use the code STEPHANIE10 for 10% off
Schinouusa - Use code DR.ESTIMA10 for 10% off
BIOOPTIMIZERS - receive 10% off your order with Promo Code "ESTIMA"
The DNA Company - $50 discount using code "DRSTEPHANIE" at checkout.
HVMN Ketones - get 10% off your order with Promo Code “STEPHANIE”
Living Libations - Use code BETTER for 15% off
LMNT Electrolytes - A FREE 7-flavor sample pack!
PRIMEADINE - get 10% Off your Order with Promo Code “DRSTEPHANIE10”
Get yourself a copy of my best-selling book, The Betty Body
Join the Hello Betty Community here
Sign up for my FREE MASTERCLASS: HEALTHY OFFERS - for health practitioners looking for strategies to earn more money
Are you A Healthcare Practitioner? Join The Estima Certification Program Here
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