💬 “  We already know the biggest levers. Nutrition, sleep, movement, connection, sunlight—all of those things we've known about for decades and they're not sexy, but they work. Even novel gadgets are just an add-on to these big buckets." ~ Dr. Karan Rajan

➡ In this episode, host Tim Gray sits down with NHS surgeon and social media phenomenon Dr. Karan Rajan to navigate the complex world where mainstream medicine meets online wellness culture. Dr. Karan shares his long history of making educational content and his mission to provide nuanced, evidence-based knowledge in a digestible format. Together, they dive deep into the tension between established medical practice and the biohacking movement, exploring how to remain grounded in science while staying open to innovation. Listeners will come away with a refreshing, balanced perspective on health optimization and the tools to separate science from fiction.

💡 Highlights

(0:00) Intro

(1:09) Welcome to Dr. Rajan

(1:12) Why an NHS Surgeon Started Making TikToks

(6:46) Why a Degree Doesn't Mean Someone is Always Right

(11:07) Bridging Mainstream Medicine and the Wellness World

(16:48) The "Big Levers" of Health vs. The Extra 1% from Biohacking

(20:47) The Dangers of Over-Supplementation & Protecting Your Liver

(26:48) Dr. Karan Reveals the Supplements He Personally Takes

(33:04) Mouth Taping: An Updated, Nuanced Stance

(44:06) A 3-Phase Plan to Support Your Gut Through Antibiotics

(52:44) Fiber vs. Fibers: Why Diversity is the Key to Gut Health

(56:24) The Debate on Blue-Blocking Glasses

(59:59) An Honest Take on Hydrogen Water

(1:03:51) Rapid Fire: Harmful Trends, Fixing the NHS, and Biggest Health Wins

Follow Dr. Karan Rajan for more evidence-based health education:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drkaranrajan/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr.karanr

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DrKaran/videos

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⚡️Female-specific health protocols, groundbreaking therapies, & the secrets to thriving in your prime years.

💬 “ Women weren't required to be included in medical research until the early 1990s, which is about the same time I was born.” - Kayle Barnes

➡︎The Evolving Role of Women in Biohacking: Despite statistics indicating that the community is predominantly male, Tim and Kayla express optimism about the evolving status of women.

➡︎Fertility and Environmental Toxins: A Growing Concern: With lifestyle and environmental factors accounting for up to 50% of infertility cases, this episode explores the critical biohacks and diagnostics women should consider to preserve their fertility.

➡︎The Power of Creatine: Not Just for Men: Creatine, traditionally associated with muscle growth and performance in men, is hailed as a game-changer for women as well.

➡︎Emerging Therapies and Controversial Treatments: Treatments like Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT), plasmapheresis, and emerging European innovations like in-use pheresis are gaining traction for their potential benefits.

➡︎ Kayla is the CEO and Co-Owner of LYV The Wellness Space, which is one of the most innovative precision medicine and biology upgrading clinics in the country. Kayla is also the creator and host of the Brain Biohacking Podcast and co-founder of the Health Optimization Fund. She completed coursework and is certified by the Amen Clinics for Brain Health and IIN for Integrative Nutrition.

💡 Highlights

(0:00) Intro

(1:09) The Role of Women in Biohacking

(2:15) Challenges and Evolution in Female Biohacking

(5:10) Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy and Its Growth

(7:24) Publishing Personal Health Data

(14:12) Female-Specific Health Protocols

(23:09) Menopause and Hormone Replacement Therapy

(29:09) Fertility and Environmental Toxins

(37:23) Innovations in At-Home Health Testing

(38:44) Vaginal and Oral Microbiome Insights

(43:24) Brain Health and Stress Management

(49:55) Emerging Therapies and Controversial Treatments

(55:49) The Power of Creatine and Female Supplementation

(58:56) Top Biohacks and Longevity Tips

(1:06:19) Final Thoughts and Farewell

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⚡️Tim shares his favourite biohacks, including cellular health, proper hydration, the power of grounding and much more.

💬 “ Biohacking for me is optimizing your health, not about chip implants, not about all of these crazy changes to your body. It is about being the best version of you using nature, science and technology where relevant. ” - Tim Gray

➡︎Today’s episode features Tim in a different light – he’s sharing a live recording of his main stage talk from the Health Optimisation Summit in Austin!

➡︎Since the feedback on his talk was overwhelmingly positive, whether you were there or not, this episode brings Tim’s insights to everyone.

➡︎Packed with practical takeaways, and an audience Q&A, Tim dives into some of the biggest lessons he’s learned about health, longevity, and, most importantly, motivation.

➡︎Tim emphasizes that knowing what to do is just the first step; feeling inspired to take action is key!

➡︎In his talk, Tim covers a variety of topics, including blood glucose and HRV tracking, gut health, community, sleep, and the vital role of emotional connections in recovery and long-term vitality. It’s not just about the tech and biohacks – it’s about how to implement them in real life.

🔎 Visit the London Health Optimisation Summit on 13-14 September - https://uk.healthoptimisation.com/

💡 Highlights

(0:00) Intro

(2:35) Defining Biohacking and Health Optimization

(3:25) Key Principles of Health Optimization

(3:56) The Role of Detoxification

(4:45) Personal Experiences and Lessons Learned

(5:19) The Importance of Personalization in Health

(5:54) Tracking and Quantifying Health

(6:45) Community and Mission

(8:30) Cellular Health and Biohacks

(16:36) Travel and Health Tips

(29:40) Q&A Session

Resources mentioned in this episode can be found at https://podcast.healthoptimisation.com

⚡️ Disclaimer: https://podcast.healthoptimisation.com/disclaimer/

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