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Biohacking with Brittany

Embark on a transformative journey to elevate your well-being with Biohacking with Brittany. Join host Brittany Ford, Registered Holistic Nutritionist and optimal health enthusiast, as she delves into the world of biohacking, tailored specifically for women, unlocking the secrets to optimizing health and balance. From nurturing mind, body, and soul to exploring natural remedies and cutting-edge technologies, this empowering podcast is your ultimate guide to a holistic and thriving life. Tune in for expert interviews, practical tips and personal experiences to unleash your full potential and embrace a life of vitality, resilience, and self-discovery. Discover the keys to unlocking your best self as Brittany empowers you to thrive on all levels – physically, emotionally, and spiritually. 784701
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70. Q&A: Sugar Cravings, C-Section Births, Fasting for Hormonal Health, Candida, Sauna Usage for Female Health, Parasites, Acne and Much More!

This week I answer your submitted questions on a variety of health and personal topics. I dive into maintaining gut health, balancing hormones, sauna usage, C-section births, anti-microbial tinctures and herbs, Candida, Parasites and much more. I also talk about: Intuitive Eating versus cravings Acne, skin health and texture problems Malaria and anti-bacterial herbs Let’s Connect: Instagram Facebook Become A Client Join my Emfies pre-order waitlist Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts , Google Play...

Oct 16, 202159 min

69. Coherent Water and Its Impact on Our Health, Aging and EMF With Christian Bauer of Qi Blanco

This week we dive into frequency technology and how it can increase the coherent water in our bodies. The founder and CEO of Qi Blanco, Christian Bauer, explains the benefits of coherent water and its impact on our health and aging over time. Christian opens up about his difficult health history, which led him to look at his body from his perspective of being an engineer, physicist, and biochemist. We discuss using frequency technology products to detox the body and reduce the amount of EMF we’r...

Oct 08, 202149 min

68. A New Way to Support the Immune System and Mental Health for Entrepreneurs With Gian Carlo Torres

In this episode, we talk about supporting the immune system through boosting glutathione levels, a mega antioxidant in the body. We look at the nutrient Immunocal and how it compares to the glutathione precursor N-Acetyl-Cysteine. Gian Carlo Torres joins me as we explore the immune system and entrepreneurship for the health-conscious. He explains the boom of the wellness industry and how to be successful as an entrepreneur from a mental health point of view. We also talk about: Complementary med...

Oct 01, 20211 hr 2 min

67. Intimate Female Wellness: Why Is There So Much Shame? With Dr. Kanwal Bawa

This episode looks at female sexual health, and the stigma and shame society teach women to have around it. We discuss enhancing female sexual health through various techniques and tools like FemiWave shockwave therapy, peptides like PT-141, and adequate sleep. Dr. Kanwal Bawa joins me; a board-certified physician focused on female sexual health. She explains the rise of low libido for men and women, increasing rates of erectile dysfunction in men, and how to embrace your female sexual health, e...

Sep 24, 202141 min

66. Should You Try Intermittent Fasting? What About OMAD? Andri Peetso Explains

Let’s talk about all the different ways to fast and exactly how to get started. In this episode, I explore intermittent fasting, the one meal a day (OMAD) diet, longer fasts and more. Andri Peetso joins me, biohacker, entrepreneur and the author of the new book “Mastering Fasting: The Hard Way But Made Simple for Everybody”. We discuss who should and shouldn’t fast, the benefits, and the history of fasting. We also talk about: How women should fast differently Andri’s experience with Multiple Sc...

Sep 17, 202146 min

65. What Are Peptides and How Exactly Do They Work With Dr. Neil Paulvin

In this episode, we dive into the science behind peptides and bioregulators, and how you can start adding these to your biohacking regimen. We chat about the benefits, the different types for specific concerns like weight loss and fitness optimization, and how to take them at home. Dr. Neil Paulvin focuses on functional medicine, osteopathic manipulation, regenerative medicine and holistic lifestyle modifications. He regularly uses peptides and bioregulators with his patients in his clinic. We a...

Sep 11, 202143 min

64. From Stress to Fertility: Here’s How Ayurvedic Medicine Works With Victor Briere, Ayurvedic Doctor

Today, we chat about Ayurveda: what it is, who can benefit from it, and how to get started with it. I’m joined by Victor Briere, the co-founder of The International Institute of Ayurveda, Ayurvedic Doctor and Kundalini yoga teacher. We dive into the importance of the vagus nerve and autonomic nervous system, and how this impacts our daily stress levels. We talk about the future of Ayurvedic medicine and our current public health system. We also talk about: How Ayurvedic medicine can support fert...

Sep 03, 202138 min

63. How Functional Medicine Can Support Your Fertility With Liadh Fitsgerald

I dive into functional medicine and fertility with expert Liadh Fitsgerald, founder of the Fertility Health Clinic and Functional Medicine Practitioner. We explore common misconceptions about fertility, preconception nutrition and wellness and how to support fertility naturally. We dig into health advice for women who’ve had a miscarriage, and the common underlying causes of infertility. We also talk about: The role of vitamin D Supplements for fertility How stress impacts our reproduction Resou...

Aug 27, 202145 min

62. Glamorizing Entrepreneurship and Work-Life Balance With Stil Founder Marissa Grootes

Today my friend Marissa Grootes and I get into why entrepreneurship is highly glamorized online and especially through social media, and the substantial impacts this can have on our physical and mental health. Marissa is the founder, CEO and principal designer of Stil - a female-run company that aims to design organizational products that inspire women to feel, work and find their best selves. We also talk about: Work-life balance and time off Common misconceptions about entrepreneurship How bei...

Aug 20, 202130 min

61. Why You’re Emotionally Eating and How to Move Past It With Tricia Nelson

Today I dive into emotional eating, food addiction and overeating with expert Tricia Nelson. We talked about how we all fall on the spectrum of emotional eating and food addiction, and how to change these eating habits for the better. Tricia is an author, speaker and has successfully helped hundreds of people overcome a variety of eating disorders and addictions. We also talk about: How emotional eating leads to weight gain Childhood eating habits Why you may be addicted to food Resources: Heal ...

Aug 06, 202144 min

60. Where to Start if You Want to Start Eating Healthier Today With Holistic Nutritionist Amera Musleh

Today I dive into common nutrition misconceptions, diet culture and how to navigate conflicting health advice with Amera Musleh. Amera is a certified Holistic Nutritionist and runs her consulting practice, Nutrition Blooms, which is dedicated to helping others take control of their lives by implementing nutritional wellness, and holistic lifestyle strategies. We also talk about: Female probiotics The health tests everyone should do Adaptogen and iron supplements Intermittent fasting and fasting ...

Jul 30, 202150 min

59. What Is Quantum Healing and Why Is It So Powerful? With Philipp Samor From Leela Quantum Tech

Today we discuss the ins and outs of quantum healing: what it is, how it works and why it can be so powerful. Philipp Samor explains his technology, the way it impacts frequencies, and why we can all benefit from this type of healing. Philipp is the founder and CEO of Leela Quantum Tech, a kundalini yoga teacher, energy healer, and pioneer in modern frequency medicine. We also talk about: How frequencies impact HRV The "EMF soup" we're all living in The future of frequencies and EMF Resources: L...

Jul 23, 202142 min

Q&A With Me: 75 Hard, Natural Teeth Whitening, Cycle Syncing, Herbal Medicine, Emfies and More

I answer the latest questions I’ve received about 75 Hard, Emfies, cycle syncing with herbal medicine, career opportunities for a Holistic Nutritionist, natural teeth whitening and more! Resources: Primal Life Organics natural teeth whitening system For more Biohacking with Brittany: Instagram Facebook Become A Client Join my Emfies pre-order waitlist Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts , Google Play Today's Sponsors: Try Sensate , a device that tones your vagus nerve for stress management. Use co...

Jul 16, 202138 min

The Truth About Sustainable Business, Superfoods and EMF With Darin Olien

This week Darin Olien joins me as we discuss the realities of creating a *truly* sustainable business for our health, the environment and all workers involved. We talk about how he created this for his own business and how others can do the same. We discuss superfoods, especially Barukas nuts , and how to incorporate them into a healthy diet. Darin Olien is co-host with Zac Efron on the widely popular Netflix docu-series “ Down to Earth with Zac Efron ” and host of the #1 Health & Wellness p...

Jul 09, 20211 hr 11 min

Why Is the Thyroid Underrated? Dr. Tim Jackson Explains

This episode is all about functional medicine, insulin resistance, and the thyroid's role in our health. We dig into how the thyroid impacts all our other organs and hormones and why we must assess its function when dealing with chronic symptoms. Dr. Tim Jackson, DPT, CNS(c), is a functional medicine practitioner and biohacker. He works with individuals who want to perform better in any aspect of their lives by optimizing their physiology and lifestyle habits. We also talk about: Structured wate...

Jul 01, 202156 min

Connecting You Back to Your Roots With Great Bear Rainforest Essential Oils

Today, I discuss essential oils that are steam-distilled from fresh, sustainably harvested conifer needles gathered in Northern BC, Canada, with Rodney Mulholland, one of Great Bear Rainforest Oils managers. Great Bear Rainforest Essential Oils is a social enterprise supported by the Coastal First Nations Great Bear Initiative - a non-profit society. We also talk about: - Creating a sustainable business for Indigenous people and the environment - How aromatherapy works - How to forest bathe - To...

Jun 25, 202136 min

Should You Be Taking CBD Oil and the History of Cannabis With Matt Chandler of AlcHempist

This week I dive into what exactly CBD oil is, why it’s so popular, and who can benefit from it with Matt Chandler of AlcHempist, a full spectrum hemp oil company. We talk about the difference between CBD, CBN, CBC, CBG cannabinoids and which ones we should ideally be taking as a supplement. Matt is the Founder and CEO of AlcHempist. His mission is to create the highest quality, full-spectrum products using raw organic hemp extracts and fortify them with additional plant cannabinoids, resulting ...

Jun 18, 202138 min

The Future of Skincare Is Personalized With Vanessa Grutman of Project Skin MD

How personalized is your skincare routine? In this episode, we break down the latest biohacking skincare treatments, serums and tools you can use to create healthy, glowing skin that lasts. Vanessa Grutman joins me from Project Skin MD, a center of excellence for laser and aesthetic dermatology in Vancouver and Richmond, BC – that focuses on empowering patients in aging gracefully. Vanessa is the co-founder and an inspired leader and mom, passionate about entrepreneurship, innovation and health ...

Jun 11, 202156 min

Where Are All the Female Biohackers? With Katie Moore of Katie Type A

This episode is with my friend Katie Moore (otherwise known as Katie Type A), where we discuss female biohacking and the lack of leading female biohackers in the space. We touch on Katie's health journey, business, her favorite biohacks, and one's that she doesn't love. Katie is an entrepreneur, YouTuber, and a self-proclaimed biohacker with a background in journalism. Katie is constantly experimenting with new health and wellness tech on her YouTube channel and helps clients improve their sleep...

Jun 04, 20211 hr 2 min

Is the 75 Hard Challenge Worth It? My Personal Review and Tips at Mid-Way

I dive into what exactly the 75 Hard Challenge is and open up about what I've found difficult and easy as a Nutritionist and biohacker. I share my recommendations to anyone wanting to try it and outline who should and shouldn't be trying this new health challenge. For more Biohacking with Brittany: Instagram Facebook Become A Client Join my Emfies pre-order waitlist Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts , Google Play Sponsors: Emfies are healthier underwear made for women by women. Limited pre-order...

May 20, 202139 min

Is EMF the New Smoking? DefenderShield Founder, Daniel Debaun, Explains.

You know I’ve been researching EMF, mainly because I’m developing my own healthier underwear line for females (called Emfies) that protects against EMF damage. To understand EMF and the impacts on our bodies more, I brought Daniel DeBaun on the show, the co-founder and CEO of DefenderShield, a company specializing in EMF education and protection. Daniel DeBaun is an expert in EMF radiation, shielding, and related health issues, focusing on the effect of exposure from mobile devices such as lapto...

May 07, 202152 min

Naturopathy for Glowing and Healthy Skin with Dr. Alexa Chichak

This week I brought on an old friend of mine and Naturopathic Doctor, Dr. Alexa Chichak. We open up about skincare products, treatments, and how naturopathy can play a role in maintaining a healthy glow. Dr. Chichak is Vancouver based Naturopathic Doctor who focuses on mental health, hormones, stress, and nutrition. She was inspired to pursue a career as an ND after experiencing first-hand the impact that natural medicine had on her own health journey. She is currently accepting patients. We als...

Apr 30, 202135 min

Spiritual Biohacking and Meditation with Todd Denen

This week I dive into spiritual biohacking with Todd Denen, a 4th Level Master with over 30 years of advanced meditation and spiritual development training. He’s the founder of the R5 Formula, which teaches entrepreneurs how to increase business growth by accelerating human development and evolution rapidly. We talk about the common myths and misconceptions about meditation and how someone can know if they are meditating correctly. We also talk about: Benefits of meditation Mindfulness versus me...

Apr 22, 202136 min

Become Healthier From the Inside Out With Nutrient and Biological Age Tests From Insider Tracker

I got my nutrient markers, hormone levels, and biological age tested through Inside Tracker, and the results were not what I expected. This week I chat with Gil Blander, the Founder and Chief Scientific Officer at Inside Tracker, a company that provides health solutions via DNA, biomarker, and biological age testing. We dive into the benefits of quantifying yourself, the impact of this past year on everyone’s health, and why we should all get our biomarkers tested regularly. We also talk about: ...

Apr 16, 202145 min

The Role of Chiropractic Care In Holistic Healing With Dr. Aaron Tressler

Dr. Tressler is a natural health expert and chiropractor of 30 years, the host of the Making Pittsburgh Healthy podcast, and living proof of the body's innate ability to heal and thrive at any age. In this episode, Dr. Aaron Tressler describes his health journey and the role chiropractic care played in his healing process. He focuses on four core areas of innate healing: mind, posture/nervous system, nutrition, exercise/movement. His healing journey is educational, inspirational, and enlightenin...

Apr 08, 202147 min

Entrepreneurship and Our Health, Weighted Blankets and Work-Life Balance With Elizabeth Grojean, Founder of Baloo Living

The impact of entrepreneurship on our health is one of my favorite topics to explore, especially with other female entrepreneurs. This week we have Elizabeth Grojean joining us, the founder and CEO of Baloo Living , a sleep and wellness company that supports people in reconnecting their mind and body for a more profound sense of peace through cool and breathable weighted blankets. We discuss the importance of creating a work-life balance, even as an entrepreneur, and how it impacts business long...

Apr 02, 202134 min

An Honest Conversation on Biohacking With Shawn Wells

This episode is a long time coming! Shawn Wells, a nutritional biochemist, "biohacktivist," and author of "The Energy Formula," and I dive into the ins and outs of biohacking, looking at what it is *actually* like to work in this industry and be a biohacker. We discuss the dark side of biohacking and wellness, our personal journeys in this field, and what we recommend to others. We also talk about: Plant medicine Daily health routines Body dysmorphia Resources: The Energy Formula Book Shawn Well...

Mar 25, 202159 min

My Health Update, Developing My EMF-Protecting Underwear Emfies, and Biohacking Your Cycle

This is a personal episode where I openly talk about my health, including my hormones, skin, gut, and the tests I've done to understand what's going on internally. I also dive into Emfies , my EMF-protecting, anti-bacterial, cute, and comfy underwear made for women by women. I discuss the story behind how and why I am creating them and the pre-launch coming in April. I also talk about: Infertility impacting 1 in 8 couples My Biohack Your Cycle guide Biological age testing Resources: My Personal ...

Mar 19, 202134 min

Proactive Wellness: How to Use Bioactive Supplements to Optimize Your Health With Dr. Dan of Brilliant

In today's episode, we talk about all things supplements, including synthetic versus natural sources, if we need them or if our food is adequate for our nutrient requirements, and what phytonutrients and bioactive compounds are. I chat with Dr. Dan, the Chief Scientific Officer at Brilliant, a supplement company, focused on finding new bioactive compounds to create products that help you discover your innate brilliance. Dr. Dan has traveled to most continents, discovering and researching bioacti...

Mar 11, 202125 min
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