BIOHACKING LONGEVITY
While a decline in health, vitality, and strength as we age is inevitable, there is a very exciting, growing body of research happening right now around promising new therapies that can slow & in some cases, reverse signs of aging!!
I have seen incredible results with myself and my clientele with many of the therapies listed below. While many trends are happening in the longevity world, These therapies are safe, well-researched, and effective.
I understand some of these therapies are only assessable to some; with every innovation, the more demand there is for a product or service, the more affordable they will become in the future due to demand. It is helpful to know about these therapies either way as a possible tool for you in the future.
Tools & Test To Track Your Biology
Food Sensitivity testing- Our food sensitivities can change every few years. The better shape your gut lining is in, the fewer sensitivities you'll have. This may be a good idea since you are experiencing joint stiffness, and it will give us a better idea of what foods are most compatible for you. Leaky Gut
CGM continuous glucose monitor. A wearable that gives you a 24/7 snapshot of your glucose level for two weeks. Know what foods & lifestyle habits spikes and crash your glucose levels. Knowledge is power! Having a clear idea of how your body functions give you tremendous insights into how insulin sensitive you are. I recommend the brand Nutrisense. Use Code; hautewellness for a special discount.
Home Blood Test Kits- How are you really doing? The company EverlyWell makes affordable at-home test kits for numerous biomarkers such as your hormones, thyroid, metabolism, inflammation, food allergies, cholesterol, STDs, nutrient levels, and more..
Track Your Sleep & HRV with The Oura Ring-Track your HRV, sleep, movement, menstrual cycle, o2 levels and body temperature with great accuracy. The Oura Ring tracks your sleep quality and sleep stages with research-grade sensors. You'll see if you're getting enough deep sleep, REM sleep, and light sleep every night, and you'll know how to improve it. Our accuracy is comparable to gold-standard sleep lab testing.
Are you burning fat or carbs- Lumen is the world’s first hand-held, portable device to accurately measure metabolism. Once available only to top athletes, in hospitals and clinics, metabolic testing is now available to everyone. Metabolic Flexibility is the ability of the human body to switch back and forth between fat and carbohydrates based on their availability. If your goal is weight loss, this device offers invaluable information, taking the guesswork out of optimal meal & exercise timing.
Peptide therapy
Peptide therapy is a new, cutting-edge treatment coming to the forefront in the United States, after years of use in Europe, Russia, Australia and Israel as a potential adjunct to enhancing our body's ability to heal itself and maintain an optimal health state.
Peptides naturally occur in our body as tiny fragments of amino acids which act as messenger signals in the body to elicit very specific, enhanced natural biological responses; such as healing bone and muscle, reducing adipose tissue, improving growth hormone production, treating insomnia, and reducing inflammation. Over 7,000 known naturally occurring peptides are produced in the human body which starts to decline with age. If you are considering a peptide regimen, I highly recommend you go through a physician and avoid buying online.
Three of studied peptides most commonly used;
(CJC-IPAMORELIN)- Decreased adipose tissue, increased muscle & skin regeneration through optimization by an increase of our own natural human growth hormone.
BPC 157 - is very similar to CJC 1295 in that it acts as an agonist of the ghrelin hormone. The hormone is produced in the pituitary gland (brain) which harbors several important functions of the body. BPC 157 is known to increase levels of Insulin-Like Growth Factor (IGF-1). Consequently, the growth hormone secretagogue receptor is noteworthy for repairing tissue. BPC 157 has demonstrated impressive results when treating stomach and gastrointestinal issues. BPC 157 is also known to repair damaged organs as well as improve the overall function of the nervous system. Arthritis – another common problem related to aging – is treatable thanks to BPC 157. What’s more, BPC 157 not only treats arthritis but may prevent its development of it altogether.
Thymosin Alpha 1 - from our #1 rated source, Biotech Peptides. Peptides for anti-aging produce short and long-term effects. Of course, some of the benefits of peptides (like improving life span) take time to play out. However, it’s not uncommon to witness other physical and mental improvements within 2 weeks of starting peptide therapy. In general, peptides for anti-aging take 6-8 weeks to start producing effects. Thymosin Alpha 1 is an example of a peptide that produces more long-term benefits. First, Thymosin Alpha 1 is known to improve immune system function and strength. Moreover, the peptide assists with various autoimmune and chronic inflammatory conditions. People notoriously have low levels of Thymosin Alpha 1 and other T cells while suffering from an auto-immune condition. Thus, Thymosin Alpha 1 is capable of boosting levels that aid in faster healing and recovery. The substance can also make your body more resistant to infections. Which has the potential for long-term relief from Amenia, Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Type 1 and 2 Diabetes, and Rheumatoid Arthritis. It operates by forming new blood vessels and regenerating tissue. Studies indicate that the peptide is beneficial to several types of cancer and HIV.
Photobiomodulation Therapy
Yellow (or amber) LED light therapy has a very shallow penetration level. This type of light treatment is most effective for skin issues involving redness, such as spider veins, rosacea or UV damage. It is also considered to be a great solution for those with more sensitive skin.
Potential Benefits:
Less skin irritation, rosacea, and UV damage
Reduced appearance of tiny blood vessels on the nose/face
Removes waste from the skin
Boosts the lymphatic flow
Increases cellular growth
Muscle Recovery
Red light wavelengths affect bodily cells on a biochemical level by increasing mitochondrial function – the ability to produce cellular energy. The more cellular energy production, the better the body functions as a whole. When red light wavelengths are used on the skin’s surface, they can penetrate 8-10 millimeters into the skin.
Potential Benefits:
Increased muscle recovery
Enhanced blood circulation
Stimulates collagen and elastin production
Reduces scars, wrinkles and fine lines
Speeds wound healing
Decreases pain
Anti-aging and anti-inflammatory effects
Hair growth
Pain relief
Better immune function
Musculoskeletal Health
(NIR) wavelengths have the deepest penetration level, reaching beyond muscle tissues all the way down to the bone. Studies have shown that NIR helps mitochondria produce more energy, decrease inflammation, and make cells more resilient.
Potential Benefits:
Increased ATP production
Increased antioxidant defenses
Anti-aging and anti-inflammatory effects
Helps repair muscle tissues
Faster bone and wound healing
Pain relief
Improved thyroid function and hormone health
Better immune function
Increased fertility
NAD INFUSIONS
Restoration of the NAD levels in the body through the NAD IV therapy has been used for its effect in optimizing the body to better combat diseases, slow down the aging process, and support critical body processes.
One of the benefits of NAD IV infusion involves direct delivery of a form (an active form) into the bloodstream. Studies have shown that NAD+ therapy boosts organ function and immunity, protects against DNA damage and cancers, and enhances longevity through its anti-aging properties.
Some of the benefits of NAD IV Therapy include:
Anti-Aging Effects- As one age, there is an increased production of substances called free radicals that are toxic to the body system and accelerates the aging process. These radicals are usually more than the body’s defense against them (antioxidants).
Studies have shown that NAD IV infusion therapy slows down and even reverses this process. A form of NAD (NADH) is a powerful antioxidant that helps mop up free radicals and ensures the body is against the decline of aging.
NAD IV infusion also protects against age-related neurodegenerative conditions by protecting the neurons from damage.
Improved Cognitive Function- NAD is an essential component of brain health. It aids the function of brain cells by helping them adapt to various stress levels. NAD IV infusion facilitates healthy brain aging and improves cognitive function.
In neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, Huntington’s diseases, and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis the NAD levels are reduced and there is an increased level of toxic substances.
Studies have shown that NAD supplementation by NAD infusion therapy helps slow down this process and improve neurodegenerative conditions.
Addiction Recovery- NAD is a potent adjunct during addiction recovery for its numerous benefits. NAD infusion therapy helps restore the body’s energy level by detoxifying the harmful effects of abused substances, preventing relapse by significantly reducing cravings, and use as a long-term adjunct for therapy. These effects are due to their ability to restore brain function at the cellular level.
Boosts Organ Function- NAD intravenous therapy enhances the functions of major organs of the body through its action at the cellular level. It enhances the functions of the liver and helps prevent the accumulation of fats and lipids that damage liver health.
NAD levels in the body are important for the proper functioning of the heart and help the heart recover from injuries. Laboratory studies have shown that NAD+ infusion improves cardiac function in a diseased heart.
NAD therapy also boosts renal and skeletal muscle functioning.
Manages Chronic Stress- ATP (Adenosine Triphosphate) is the cellular currency of the body. It is the form in which the body utilizes energy. NAD is an important component in the pathway by which our body obtains ATP. NAD infusion therapy supplies the body with an energy boost and primes it to cope with stress or fatigue.
Fatigue - Intravenous NAD administration optimizes the energy available to muscles and in this way combats fatigue and exhaustion. NAD infusion therapy is enriched with NAD and other nutrients used in the management of chronic fatigue syndrome – A prolonged state of tiredness and fatigue.
Enhances Athletic Performance- Due to its energy-boosting capabilities, NAD infusion therapy has been used by athletes to enhance performance in training and competitions. It helps muscle recovery and builds muscle health.
NAD also enhances vessel performance and improves their supply to muscles during activity.
Boosts Immune Response To Inflammation- Toxins, stress, and infections cause inflammation to occur in the body. Repeated inflammation damages the cells of the body and is responsible for defective metabolism within the body. NAD IV infusion therapy activates the substances within the body called enzymes that help prevent and repair DNA damage.
NAD IV treatment has been used as an adjunct for the treatment of autoimmune conditions like arthritis, and fibromyalgia to correct DNA damage and manage pain from these conditions.
Helps Combat Depression And Anxiety
The store of NAD is usually depleted in conditions like depression and anxiety. There is a change in brain health at the cellular level that manifests physically in disturbances in the mood. NAD treatments have been shown to boost neurotransmitters – substances found in the brain – that are important for brain cells. They act as precursors for substances called Sirtuins that mediate inflammatory processes in the body.
NAD IV drips boost moods and reverses severe symptoms in patients with depression and anxiety aiding recovery and a better outcome.
A common occurrence as we age is dealing with dysregulated or suboptimal hormones. This can lead to poor sleep, low energy, low libido, weight gain, inability to build muscle, and anxiety. If you want to feel like you're in your 20s, now you can optimize your hormone profile.
Bio-identical hormone replacement is considered "natural" because it uses identical hormones (according to molecular structure) to those produced by the human body. Bio-identical hormones are more compatible with the body, which creates a more natural hormonal response and lessens the chances of experiencing unwanted side effects. The negative symptoms associated with decreased hormone levels (weight gain, irritability, decreased libido, decreased energy, thinning hair, and changes in the skin) can be relieved by restoring these hormones.
BENEFITS- Improved sleep is a major benefit of our bioidentical hormone treatment. The hypothalamus sets the body’s cycles. When hormones are out of whack, the body’s cycles may be affected. Regulating hormones can help the hypothalamus set sleep cycles correctly so that women can fall and stay asleep more easily. A more youthful appearance can occur with balanced estrogen levels because it is responsible for giving women a feminine and youthful appearance. Estrogen allows the skin to form collagen, which keeps the skin youthful and elastic. It also ensures lustrous hair, strong nails, and full breasts. A lack of estrogen can cause women going through hormone decline to experience wrinkling skin, sagging breasts, and dull hair and nails. Improved sexual function is another plus to bio-identical hormone therapy. Many women with hormone decline complain of vaginal dryness, low libido, and an inability to climax. BHRT for women with our bioidentical hormone doctors can help women desire and enjoy the sexual activity more fully.
Bioidentical Hormone
Optimization Therapy
Ozone Therapy
10 Pass -Experience the forefront of medicine with Ozone Therapy. Ozone infusions are similar to IV drips, except they also involve the separation and oxygenation of your blood. Because all pathogens die in the presence of oxygen, Ozone Therapy promotes whole-body healing. This process encourages bio-rejuvenation, which leaves you feeling revitalized and ready to reach new heights.
What is Ozone? Ozone is a supercharged form of oxygen with three oxygen atoms bound together (O3). Because of ozone's potent antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties, medical ozone has been used for over a hundred years to treat infections and other medical conditions.
Benefits include:
Stimulating the immune system
Reducing inflammation
Improving circulation
Aiding in detoxification
Delaying the effects of aging
Rejuvenating overall health
May combat viral and bacterial infections
Stimulates faster wound healing
May combat mold toxicity
Cold Therapy
Ice Bath, Cryo & Cold Showers
Everybody has their own method for waking up; double shots of espresso, a quick workout, and so on. If you’re looking for a quick start to your morning or afternoon pick-me-up, cold plunging might just be the answer. Many people turn to cold plunging when looking for a new way to boost their daily energy!
Cold plunge benefits extend beyond the mental and chemical aspects of your body too. Sports medicine has utilized cold water therapy for years, to help the active recovery of your muscles.
Being immersed in cold water stimulates leukocytes, the white blood cells that help fight off sicknesses. It also causes the lymphatic system to contract, forcing fluid through the lymph nodes. This process aids in detoxing the body and strengthening your immune system. A study has shown to substantially lower upper respiratory tract infections.
MOMENTUM
Cold plunging has shown the ability to increase your baseline dopamine. Dopamine is the molecule in our brain and body that is linked to motivation. According to Dr. Andrew Huberman, dopamine can enhance our depth of focus and lower our threshold for taking action toward our specific goals. Cold Therapy for inflammation and nervous system regulation
Researchers have known for a while that it connects to our daily energy. In particular, there is lots of evidence that hormone imbalance can contribute to depression, meaning that a cold plunge might help to reduce depression and improve overall mood! Don't take our word for it though, just ask anyone who has ever plunged!
The boost in norepinephrine you'll get from consistent ice baths has been shown to be up to 5x. This neurotransmitter can dramatically reduce inflammation and help with chronic pain.
Cold water therapy has been shown to be an effective supplemental treatment for stress relief by decreasing the stress hormone cortisol. A study found that regular cold showers and ice baths helped reduce anxiety and improve the mood of participants.
BETTER SLEEP
When you dip into the Plunge, your body triggers the autonomic nervous system. This system is a network of vessels and nerves, split into two parts that control your response to stress. When you begin to control your response to stress, you’ll likely find that you begin to control your relaxation and sleep.
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Regular Sauna Practice
Regular Sauna- To detox and to increase HGH and Testosterone.
1. SAUNA IMPROVES OVERALL HEALTH, WELLNESS, AND PERFORMANCE
Not surprisingly, sauna bathers most frequently cite “stress reduction” as the number one benefit of sauna use. Studies show the majority of disease (e.g. heart disease) is at least partially stress-related. Decades of well-done, peer-reviewed sauna medical research have shown saunas to provide profound health benefits. A 25-year study conducted with more than 2,300 participants at the University of Eastern Finland by Dr. Jari Laukkanen and his colleagues revealed regular sauna use improved cardiovascular health among many other health benefits. In short, regular sauna bathing is a wonderful, feel-good and good-for-you addition to your overall health and wellness plan.
2. SAUNA IMPROVES HEART HEALTH
In the high temperatures of a traditional or infrared sauna, skin heats up and core body temperature rises. In response to these increased heat levels, the blood vessels near the skin dilate and “cardiac output/circulation” increases. Medical research has told us that the heart rate can rise from 60-70 bpm (beats per minute) to 110-120 bpm in the sauna (140-150 bpm with more intensive bathing), and can often sink to below normal after the cooling off stage. Regular sauna usage has been shown to reduce the risk of all-cause mortality and fatal cardiac incidents along with the reduced risk of stroke and hypertension.
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3. SAUNA AIDS IN RECOVERY AFTER EXERCISE
Saunas relax muscles and soothe aches/pains in both muscles and joints. Under the high heat provided by a sauna, the body releases endorphins which can minimize pain and is often associated with a “runner’s high.” As the body temperature rises in the heat of the sauna, blood vessels dilate allowing for increased blood circulation, which in turn speeds the body’s natural healing process. After physical activity, use the heat and steam of a sauna to promote muscle relaxation by helping to reduce muscle tension and eliminate lactic acid and other toxins that may be present.
To view testimonials from highly performing athletes on how they use sauna for recovery after intense workouts, please see what the following have to say about how they use saunas in their workout regimens: Dan Gable (NCAA & Olympic Wrestling), Darby Hendrickson (NHL), Conrad Anker (The North Face Mountain Climbing Team), Nooralotta Neziri (World Track and Field), Dany Heatley (NHL All-Star), Gwen Jorgensen (Gold Medal Triathlon Olympian).
4. SAUNA FLUSHES TOXINS
Due to the heat of a sauna, the core body temperature begins to rise. Sweat production is primarily designed to cool the body, and is composed of 99% water. However, deep sweating in a sauna can help reduce levels of lead, copper, zinc, nickel, mercury, and chemicals - which are all toxins commonly absorbed just from interacting with our daily environments.
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5. SAUNA IMPROVES BRAIN HEALTH
A 25-year study conducted with more than 2,300 participants at the University of Eastern Finland by Dr. Jari Laukkanen and his colleagues revealed regular sauna use (4-7 times per week) at 176 degrees F for 19 minutes lowered the risk for both Alzheimer’s & Dementia.
The Alzheimer’s Association includes sweating as an important way to improve brain health: https://www.alz.org/help-support/brain_health/10_ways_to_love_your_brain
6. SAUNA RELIEVES STRESS
The heat in the sauna helps us to relax and regulates the level of cortisol in our blood. Cortisol is the hormone that is released when we’re stressed, and too high levels of cortisol can lead to a number of health issues such as problems with the immune system and with sleeping. Sauna bathing reduces the levels of cortisol in our blood, and instead, it stimulates the production of serotonin. Serotonin is our “happy hormone” that makes us feel good.
7. SAUNA INDUCES A DEEPER SLEEP
Research has shown that a deeper, more relaxed sleep can result from sauna use. In addition to the release of endorphins, body temperatures that become elevated in the late evening, fall at bedtime. This slow, relaxing decline in endorphins is key in facilitating sleep. Sauna bathers worldwide enjoy the deep sleep experiences resulting from the calming heat of an evening sauna.
8. SAUNA HELPS FIGHT ILLNESS
German sauna medical research shows that saunas were able to significantly reduce the incidences of colds and influenza among study participants. As the body is exposed to the heat of a sauna and steam (in the case of traditional saunas), it produces white blood cells more rapidly, which in turn helps to fight illnesses and helps to kill viruses. In addition, saunas can relieve the uncomfortable symptoms of sinus congestion from colds or allergies.
9. SAUNA BURNS CALORIES
Outlandish claims are often made by some sauna sellers to promote saunas as an end-all weight loss tool. While some individuals may experience high amounts of calorie burn at first - particularly those individuals in poor shape to begin with - over the long term, saunas are simply treated as one of many tools in our arsenal when it comes to burning additional calories. The sweating process itself requires a notable amount of energy. That energy is derived from the conversion of fat and carbohydrates in a bodily process that burns up calories. According to U.S. Army medical research (Ward Dean, M.D.), “A moderately conditioned person can easily sweat off 500 grams in a sauna in a single session, consuming nearly 300 calories in the process.” The body consumes said calories due to the acceleration of heart activity (see section 2 on Heart Health). As heart activity increases and as these processes demand more oxygen, the body begins to convert more calories into usable energy.
10. SAUNA CLEANSES SKIN
Heat bathing is one of the oldest beauty and/or health strategies in terms of cleansing one’s skin. When the body begins to produce sweat via deep sweating, the skin is then cleansed and dead skin cells are replaced - keeping your skin in good working condition. Sweating rinses bacteria out of the epidermal layer and sweat ducts. Cleansing of the pores has been shown to improve capillary circulation while giving the skin a softer-looking quality.
