BodyHacking - Build a Better You
Michaela Morrell
"BodyHacking - Build a Better You" unlocks the secrets to living a longer, healthier life one essential building block at a time.
Swedish Nutritionist Michaela Morrell will provide you with the tools and knowledge to create your own Blue Zone within your family.
If you've tried everything else without success, this podcast is for you.
With the knowledge you gain from our episodes, you'll start seeing real results in your health. Join our community of listeners who have finally found the answers they've been searching for.
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Kids that want to SNACK and HACKS to help focus on nutrition dense food | Ep 7
BodyHacking - Build a Better You
08/22/24 • 15 min
Did you know that kids who snack often consume more unhealthy empty calories and struggle with more malnutrition, gut issues, and inflammation than kids who don’t snack?
Maybe you have a child who struggles with insulin resistance.
Or do you try to avoid it in your family?
This episode is for you!
I will give you tools to implement today using things you already have in your kitchen. With simple hacks, you can help your child eat food and be less interested in unhealthy snacks.
Show notes:
01:50 - Snacks and ingredients
02:25 - What we really need
04:00 - Why are we craving sugar
04:30 - It is not our BRAIN craving
05:20 - Parasites & Candida
06:00 - How to stabilize blood sugar levels
07:10 - Tricks & Tools
07:50 - Use Fats
11:30 - Only have healthy alternatives
12:00 - How to cook food smart
13:05 - Leaky Gut
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How to connect with Michaela?
Website Food Changes Lives:
DISCLAIMER:
Welcome to BodyHacking - Build a Better You podcast!
Please note that the content provided on this channel is for informational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice.
The information shared here is based on personal experiences, research, and general knowledge.
Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional before making any health-related decisions.
Additionally, some of the products and services mentioned on this channel may be affiliate links.
This means I may earn a commission if you purchase through these links.
Rest assured, I only recommend products and services that I personally use and trust in my daily life. Things I have spent countless hours researching and feel are the best of the best!
Your support helps me continue to create content to educate and inspire you.
Do We Really Need Supplements? The Truth About Vitamins and Nutritional Support | Ep 15
BodyHacking - Build a Better You
10/10/24 • 17 min
Today, we’re tackling a topic that continues to fuel debates: supplements. Are they really necessary, or can we get all the nutrients we need from food alone?
In a market flooded with pills, powders, and vitamins promising to boost our health, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed.
But do supplements truly live up to their claims, or are they just another wellness trend?
Join me as we dig into the science, discuss what your body genuinely needs, and explore whether supplements are a health essential or simply an expensive habit.
SHOW NOTES:
01:30 – What is truly essential for our bodies?
03:40 – A healthy body starts with healthy cells.
03:50 – If you’re taking supplements but still have symptoms, you might be wasting your money.
04:00 – How added supplements can interfere with the absorption of other nutrients.
04:30 – Poor sleep and mood issues: Are supplements helping or hurting?
04:30 – What are the ideal conditions for the body to self-heal?
05:00 – The truth about magnesium: Are you getting enough?
06:15 – By the time magnesium deficiency shows symptoms, you might be close to critical health risks.
07:00 – What causes disease from a nutritional perspective?
07:20 – How hard cell membranes can block nutrients from entering your cells.
07:40 – The consequences of your body being unable to produce energy effectively.
08:20 – The importance of energy production and reducing inflammation.
08:40 – What does it take to keep our cells healthy?
10:40 – The last key I needed to unlock better health.
11:00 – Why measuring nutrient levels is a powerful tool for health.
11:20 – What would we eat in a perfect world?
12:00 – Can we really get enough nutrients from fruits and vegetables alone?
13:00 – How pregnancy can introduce new symptoms.
15:30 – IVF, pregnancy, and the role of supplements.
17:00 – I see you, and I feel your pain: Addressing personal struggles with health.
If you LOVED this episode, please LEAVE A REVIEW and help us grow!
How to connect with Michaela?
Website Food Changes Lives:
DISCLAIMER:
Welcome to BodyHacking - Build a Better You podcast!
Please note that the content provided on this channel is for informational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice.
The information shared here is based on personal experiences, research, and general knowledge.
Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional before making any health-related decisions.
Additionally, some of the products and services mentioned on this channel may be affiliate links.
This means I may earn a commission if you purchase through these links.
Rest assured, I only recommend products and services that I personally use and trust in my daily life. Things I have spent countless hours researching and feel are the best of the best!
Your support helps me continue to create content to educate and inspire you.
A Free Habit That Takes Less Than 3 x 5 Minutes a Day, Can Help Your Blood Sugar Levels, and Add Years to Your Life | Ep 14
BodyHacking - Build a Better You
10/03/24 • 7 min
In this episode, we dive into the powerful impact of a simple, free habit that takes less than 3 x 5 minutes a day but can make a lasting difference in your health.
Learn how an easy routine can improve your blood sugar levels, boost your overall well-being, and even add years to your life.
Whether you’re short on time or looking for an easy way to elevate your health, this habit is accessible to everyone. Tune in for practical tips on how to get started today!
1:00 - The most important habit
1:15 - Challenge
2:15 - It may not look like many calories burned, but what is the compound effect?3:00 - Big transformation
3:50 - Your new habit might turn into something bigger!
5:20 - Your commitment should only be a 5-minute commitment 3 times a day
6:00 - Is it a key to longevity?
If you LOVED this episode, please LEAVE A REVIEW and help us grow!
How to connect with Michaela?
Website Food Changes Lives:
DISCLAIMER:
Welcome to BodyHacking - Build a Better You podcast!
Please note that the content provided on this channel is for informational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice.
The information shared here is based on personal experiences, research, and general knowledge.
Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional before making any health-related decisions.
Additionally, some of the products and services mentioned on this channel may be affiliate links.
This means I may earn a commission if you purchase through these links.
Rest assured, I only recommend products and services that I personally use and trust in my daily life. Things I have spent countless hours researching and feel are the best of the best!
Your support helps me continue to create content to educate and inspire you.
Biohack your Body to Optimal Health: The Key Test Your Practitioner May Be Missing | Ep 17
BodyHacking - Build a Better You
10/24/24 • 40 min
We all have a Go-To person when it comes to nutrition and health.
In this episode, we’re addressing a critical gap in health and nutrition advice.
We will talk about a test your Go-To person may not have access to.
The knowledge of how to measure and correct imbalances within your cell membrane is still not mainstream or included in textbooks.
These imbalances can prevent you from feeling your best, no matter how hard you try.
Today, I’ll explain why Omega Balance is the key to unlocking optimal cell health and what you can do to take charge of your wellness and according to science have a 4.7 years longer lifespan on average.
SHOW NOTES:
•03:15 – Why your go-to practitioner missed a crucial blood test
•04:30 – Historical context
•05:30 – The role of spiritual and mental healing in overall wellness
•08:50 – Cellular health knowledge gaps in mainstream practice
•10:00 – Why practitioners miss key nutritional building blocks for healthy cells
•11:00 – What building blocks your cells need for balance
•14:30 – Effects of Omega-3 deficiency
•16:15 – Everyone knows Protein is needed for Muscles, Not many knows Omega-3 is needed for health
•19:00 – Let ́s stop symptoms caused by malnutrition
•23:00 – Why standard blood tests might be misleading about hormonal health
•24:00 – The four key needs: Hormonal receptors, permeability, communication, and balance between pro vs anti-inflammatory building blocks
•26:30 – The most important test for your health: Omega Balance
•27:00 – Chronic inflammation and its hidden role
•28:00 – Encouragement to do your own research
•34:00 – Vision for the future: When Omega testing becomes mainstream
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If you LOVED this episode, please LEAVE A REVIEW and help us grow!
How to connect with Michaela?
Website Food Changes Lives:
DISCLAIMER:
Welcome to BodyHacking - Build a Better You podcast!
Please note that the content provided on this channel is for informational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice.
The information shared here is based on personal experiences, research, and general knowledge.
Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional before making any health-related decisions.
Additionally, some of the products and services mentioned on this channel may be affiliate links.
This means I may earn a commission if you purchase through these links.
Rest assured, I only recommend products and services that I personally use and trust in my daily life. Things I have spent countless hours researching and feel are the best of the best!
Your support helps me continue to create content to educate and inspire you.
Competing Nutrients: Understanding How Nutrients Share the Same Carriers in Your Body | Ep 16
BodyHacking - Build a Better You
10/16/24 • 11 min
CAN OUR MINERALS FIGHT AGAINST EACH OTHER?
Did you know that some vitamins and minerals compete for the same carriers in your digestive system? This can lead to nutrient imbalances, where you absorb too much of one and not enough of another. In today’s episode, we’ll explore which nutrients are involved, how they interact, and how to adjust your diet or supplements to avoid deficiencies. Tune in for practical tips to balance your nutrition and optimize your health!
SHOW NOTES:
01:20 – What are nutrient carriers?
03:00 – Iron and Zinc: How they compete for absorption
04:30 – Calcium and Magnesium: Balancing two essential minerals
05:30 – Copper and Zinc: Maintaining the right balance
06:40 – Folate and Vitamin B12: The methylation pathway
07:00 – Tips for balancing competing nutrients in your diet
08:00 - A lot of science to create a good multivitamin
10:00 - Calcium and Vitamin D? Go back to Episode 4
10:30 – The importance of nutrient diversity and timing
What multivitamins do I use?
I use Xtend+ daily. Learn more about it:
https://tinyurl.com/zzmultivitamin
If you LOVED this episode, please LEAVE A REVIEW and help us grow!
How to connect with Michaela?
Website Food Changes Lives:
DISCLAIMER:
Welcome to BodyHacking - Build a Better You podcast!
Please note that the content provided on this channel is for informational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice.
The information shared here is based on personal experiences, research, and general knowledge.
Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional before making any health-related decisions.
Additionally, some of the products and services mentioned on this channel may be affiliate links.
This means I may earn a commission if you purchase through these links.
Rest assured, I only recommend products and services that I personally use and trust in my daily life. Things I have spent countless hours researching and feel are the best of the best!
Your support helps me continue to create content to educate and inspire you.
Thyroid Problem With Perfect Bloodwork? Root Causes including Numbed Out Hormone Receptors | Ep 18
BodyHacking - Build a Better You
10/31/24 • 21 min
In today’s episode, we’re unpacking a little-known issue affecting hormone health: numbed-out hormone receptors. This is an issue that most hormonal problems seem to have as a common denominator, impacting how well our cells receive and respond to hormones, yet very few people talk about it!
We’ll have a special focus on thyroid function today.
If you’ve been dealing with hormonal issues but your blood work looks perfect, there may be more going on beneath the surface. We’ll dive into the root causes—from stress and diet to liver health, supplementation, and even parasites—and touch on epigenetics!
Let’s decode why your body might be missing these critical messages and create better circumstances for your hormonal system to start functioning again.
SHOW NOTES:
01:20 – Thyroid issues
01:50 – Why you might feel bad even if your blood work looks “perfect”
02:00 – Introduction to thyroid function and health
03:30 – How to create better conditions for optimal hormone function
04:00 – The impact of stress and low-calorie diets on thyroid health
04:40 – Importance of selenium and zinc
05:00 – How high-carb diets and stress deplete zinc quickly
05:50 – Poor liver function’s role in thyroid issues
06:20 – Epigenetics and frequency: Helping genes express positively
09:00 – Why liver health is essential for hormone conversion
10:00 – Link between leaky gut and thyroid imbalance
11:30 – Overlooked hormone level checks most practitioners miss
12:00 – How dysfunctional cells block hormone receptors
14:20 – Why both hormones and cell communication must work in sync
15:00 – The myth of a single solution for optimal hormone health
18:00 – Why are our cells not responding? Exploring the root causes
If you LOVED this episode, please LEAVE A REVIEW and help us grow!
How to connect with Michaela?
Website Food Changes Lives:
DISCLAIMER:
Welcome to BodyHacking - Build a Better You podcast!
Please note that the content provided on this channel is for informational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice.
The information shared here is based on personal experiences, research, and general knowledge.
Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional before making any health-related decisions.
Additionally, some of the products and services mentioned on this channel may be affiliate links.
This means I may earn a commission if you purchase through these links.
Rest assured, I only recommend products and services that I personally use and trust in my daily life. Things I have spent countless hours researching and feel are the best of the best!
Your support helps me continue to create content to educate and inspire you.
Why Vitamin D Supplements Might Not Boost Your Levels: Common Mistakes and Solutions | Ep 4
BodyHacking - Build a Better You
08/01/24 • 9 min
If your Vitamin D levels look good but you have too much calcium in your blood, you should read up on K2.
Here are the show notes for today's episode:
01:30 - Call your doctor and take a test
01:45 - It took the medical field 30 years from the data was out until it was mainstream to test
02:00 - Why you should measure four times a year
02:30 - Being out in the sun doesn’t guarantee good levels
02:45 - Why do we need Vitamin D?
03:30 - Vitamin D needs to get activated from inactive form to active form
04:00 - I was low even when I lived in Sunny Texas
04:40 - I was empty on Vitamin D
05:00 - What I wished the doctors would have told me!
05:30 - Poor gut health, poor gut lining, and poor magnesium levels are causing you not to have good levels of vitamin D3
07:00 - You need enzymes. What are enzymes built up with?
07:20 - If you are struggling, maybe you need more protein
07:45 - Gut health, Protein, Magnesium
My favorite Vitamin D test and Vitamin D supplement with four strains of magnesium.
http://tiny.cc/BodyhackingVitaminD
If you LOVED this episode, please LEAVE A REVIEW and help us grow!
How to connect with Michaela?
Website Food Changes Lives:
DISCLAIMER:
Welcome to BodyHacking - Build a Better You podcast!
Please note that the content provided on this channel is for informational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice.
The information shared here is based on personal experiences, research, and general knowledge.
Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional before making any health-related decisions.
Additionally, some of the products and services mentioned on this channel may be affiliate links.
This means I may earn a commission if you purchase through these links.
Rest assured, I only recommend products and services that I personally use and trust in my daily life. Things I have spent countless hours researching and feel are the best of the best!
Your support helps me continue to create content to educate and inspire you.
My Story: Overcoming Food Intolerances, a Weak Immune System, and Chronic Disabling pain | Ep 1
BodyHacking - Build a Better You
07/22/24 • 32 min
Why did I start a podcast?
This is PART 1 of the story. This episode is all about my own health journey.
PART 2 will be about what inspired me the most to return to school to study nutrition after having a background in Business and Marketing. The big reason - is my MOM ́s cancer journey.
But today - I will be sharing about:
My poor immune system
My food intolerances (I could not eat any fruits what so ever and half of the veggies were a big NO NO)
and my Chronic neck pain!
I know how it is to have a body that keeps on getting sicker and sicker! No matter how many "experts" you seek out or how clean I was eating... Nothing helped!
Hopelessness became a fact.
Today, I am sharing my experience with you!
Remember to hit that subscribe button!
SHOW NOTES:
1:30 - My Vision for the podcast
4:00 - I focus on WHAT THE BODY NEEDS and don't care about your diet
5:10 - I'm a problem solver
6:10 - Parasites turned into an ER visit
7:40 - My first child
9:10 - Misdiagnosed
12:55 - My mom got diagnosed with Colon Cancer
14:30 - Food Sensitivities started
17:50 - My 3rd child born in Texas caused me more health issues
21:00 - MRI
22:30 - I was very frustrated because I could help everyone else except myself
24:20 - Needed to choose life daily
27:00 - The phone call about a new technology
28:30 - Improve cell function, but also body, mind, and whole body
29:00 - You can create a BLUE ZONE
If you LOVED this episode, please LEAVE A REVIEW and help us grow!
How to connect with Michaela?
Website Food Changes Lives:
DISCLAIMER:
Welcome to BodyHacking - Build a Better You podcast!
Please note that the content provided on this channel is for informational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice.
The information shared here is based on personal experiences, research, and general knowledge.
Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional before making any health-related decisions.
Additionally, some of the products and services mentioned on this channel may be affiliate links.
This means I may earn a commission if you purchase through these links.
Rest assured, I only recommend products and services that I personally use and trust in my daily life. Things I have spent countless hours researching and feel are the best of the best!
Your support helps me continue to create content to educate and inspire you.
Natural Cancer-Fighting Nutrients & Remedies: My Mom’s Journey and What to Research for Prevention | Ep 13
BodyHacking - Build a Better You
09/26/24 • 60 min
In this heartfelt episode, I share my mom’s courageous journey as she faces cancer once again, and the natural approaches we’re researching to support her fight.
We’ll dive into key nutrients, remedies, and holistic strategies that can potentially help prevent and combat cancer, from boosting the immune system to fighting inflammation.
Whether you’re looking for ways to support a loved one or seeking preventative measures for yourself, this episode provides actionable insights on natural cancer-fighting solutions. Join me as I share personal stories, research, and hope in navigating this difficult but important journey.
02:00 - My Mom’s Story in Short
05:00 - Boosted her with nutrition every hour
07:00 - Doctors Malpractice in my Mom’s Case
08:00 - They pushed her surgery and she ended up with life-threatening Sepsis
16:00 - The cancer is back!
17:00 - Liver, Spine, Both lungs and Thyroid
18:30 - DISCLAIMER
19:50 - Doctors withdraw their diagnoses
20:20 - Google Scholar - Where you find peer-reviewed articles
20:40 - Research Affron
24:00 - She is that person creating that % of hope for other people!
28:00 - Important to be active, WALK FAST, and breathe deep to get more air into your lungs
29:00 - Most cancer cells are fed by sugar
31:00 - What do avoid and what to eat
34:00 - Look in Kitchen and Skincare
35:00 - Juicing
37:00 - MSM and Collidial silver
38:00 - Supplementations with bioavailable multivitamins, beta 1.3/1.6 glucan
43:20 - Bitter Apricot Kennels, Q10, Melatonin, Calcium D Glucarate
44:50 - How to BOX BREATH
54:30 - Teas
46:20 - Fermented foods
46:45 - Topically remedies
48:10 - Gut Health and Omega levels to measure and aim for.
48:30 - Why measuring the Omega-3 index at the doctor is not reliable information.
50:30 - Water protocol
52:30 - Keto, Ivermectin, Fenbendazole, Ozone therapy, and Hyperbaric chamber
55:30 - Blue Ageas, Peparine, Curcamine and Spirulina
57:00 - Mushrooms like Chaga, Turkey tail, and Lions Mane
If you are struggling right now or are interested in my mom's protocol - please reach out through Instagram or my Facebook.
If you LOVED this episode, please LEAVE A REVIEW and help us grow!
How to connect with Michaela?
Website Food Changes Lives:
DISCLAIMER:
Welcome to BodyHacking - Build a Better You podcast!
Please note that the content provided on this channel is for informational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice.
The information shared here is based on personal experiences, research, and general knowledge.
Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional before making any health-related decisions.
Additionally, some of the products and services mentioned on this channel may be affiliate links.
This means I may earn a commission if you purchase through these links.
Rest assured, I only recommend products and services that I personally use and trust in my daily life. Things I have spent countless hours researching and feel are the best of the best!
Your support helps me continue to create content to educate and inspire you.
The Sweet Deception: Uncovering the Hidden Dangers of Renamed Sweeteners | Ep 12
BodyHacking - Build a Better You
09/26/24 • 3 min
Did you know Aspartame is allowed to be labeled as Amino Sweet!
Even if this is not NEW NEWS,
this information is not known to the masses.
I had missed it myself!
In this minisode, we dive into the disturbing rebranding of aspartame—one of the most controversial artificial sweeteners—now being marketed as AminoSweet. Why the name change?
We explore how food companies are trying to disguise the health concerns linked to aspartame by giving it a friendlier, more natural-sounding name. Learn about the potential health risks, the misleading marketing tactics, and why it’s more important than ever to check ingredient labels carefully.
Don’t let the name fool you—AminoSweet is still aspartame, and we need your help to make people aware of this!
If you LOVED this episode, please LEAVE A REVIEW and help us grow!
How to connect with Michaela?
Website Food Changes Lives:
DISCLAIMER:
Welcome to BodyHacking - Build a Better You podcast!
Please note that the content provided on this channel is for informational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice.
The information shared here is based on personal experiences, research, and general knowledge.
Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional before making any health-related decisions.
Additionally, some of the products and services mentioned on this channel may be affiliate links.
This means I may earn a commission if you purchase through these links.
Rest assured, I only recommend products and services that I personally use and trust in my daily life. Things I have spent countless hours researching and feel are the best of the best!
Your support helps me continue to create content to educate and inspire you.
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FAQ
How many episodes does BodyHacking - Build a Better You have?
BodyHacking - Build a Better You currently has 20 episodes available.
What topics does BodyHacking - Build a Better You cover?
The podcast is about Biohacking, Health & Fitness, Alternative Health, Holistic Health and Podcasts.
What is the most popular episode on BodyHacking - Build a Better You?
The episode title 'PART 2 What Inspired me to Podcast? The story of my Mom and her battles with cancer. NEVER GIVE UP! | Ep 2' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on BodyHacking - Build a Better You?
The average episode length on BodyHacking - Build a Better You is 24 minutes.
How often are episodes of BodyHacking - Build a Better You released?
Episodes of BodyHacking - Build a Better You are typically released every 7 days.
When was the first episode of BodyHacking - Build a Better You?
The first episode of BodyHacking - Build a Better You was released on Jul 21, 2024.
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