Biohacking News by Zestology

Still recovering from an awesome and completely sold out Zestology Live podcast event. Featuring some of the outstanding guests that I've had on the podcast over the last 12 months. You'll be able to listen to it all soon - here's the trailer. And if you were there, thank you so much for coming. (If you missed out this time, why not join the meet up group and you'll find out first about the next o...

Are you overextended and overburdened by life? Are you stressed out, anxious, maybe even panic-stricken about your commitments? If so, you might feel quite liberated by The Life-Changing Magic of Not Giving a F**k I'm with Sarah Knight on the podcast Zestology this week. Sarah was almost 30 years old when she began to realise it was possible to stop caring so much, but was nearly 40 before she fig...

I’m with Sarah Knight on the podcast Zestology next time. Sarah was almost 30 years old when she began to realise it was possible to stop caring so much, but was nearly 40 before she figured out how to make it happen. Now she’s written a uplifting and enjoyable book about it which is taking the charts by storm, and she’s on a mission to make all of us care a little bit less. That's next time, on Z...

When was the last time you truly got outside your comfort zone or just went on a new adventure? How did you feel during it? (Probably a bit terrified.) And afterwards? (Probably a bit awesome.) Today's blog and podcast is looks at getting outside your comfort zone. (If you'd like to see a video of me getting outside my comfort zone on a hoverboard, scroll down to the bottom of this blog.) Derek Lo...

Next time on Zestology; How might you use adventure for creativity, confidence, and storytelling? What is the science behind how to get more charisma? What is a simple tip you can use right now to become more charismatic and effective as a communicator?

​What small little changes could you make to up your game? What simple lifestyle practices could you use right now to increase your performance levels? How could you find an extra 5% and feel awesome every day? Today's Zestology  guest is a favourite of mine and a fave on the podcast too, Laura Bond . Laura is a health journalist and health coach, and her techniques are cutting edge and fascinatin...

Next time on Zestology; Find an extra 5%, perform better, and learn the scary truth about dry cleaning with health journalist Laura Bond.  It's a good one, recorded on the scene in London. It's coming this weekend.

An outstanding performance coach and endurance athlete featured this week. This podcast is all about connecting with nature, and getting out into the great outdoors, even when it’s  very cold, or very hot. (Note if you are currently enduring a Northern Hemisphere winter, this is a good one for you.) Endurance athlete and performance coach Anna-Marie Watson has an extraordinary love of the great ou...

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When most of us think about detoxing for the new year, we only think about giving up the alcohol for a few weeks after a exuberant festive season. But there's more to a proper detox than just throwing those extra bottles of booze away. And if you perhaps got involved in too much turkey, mince pies, and festive spirit over Christmas, you'll enjoy today's show. At the start of the new year, I've got...

Next time on Zestology; We are all about detoxing. Dr. Pompa has a compelling story, and his treatments truly work wonders with his clients. Listen out for the next Zestology, and get your detox on!  

It's a New Year special, all based around achieving your goals, setting your goals the right way, and actually getting things done. Coming up, myself and elite performance coach Dr. Stephen Simpson will answer these questions. Do New Year's Resolutions actually work? What is the best way to write down our 2016 goals? How do we make sure that they actually stick? The secret little behaviours that l...

Next time on Zestology; How do we make this year our best year ever - feeling good, achieving more, and creating balance in our personal and professional lives? It's a show you can use to kickstart your year right now. (As well as hear me and Dr. Stephen Simpson kick around some good ideas and tell some stories.) That's coming soon, on Zestology podcast

It's been almost a year since I started Zestology: The Podcast. It's been an amazing and fun journey. Here's my a special end of year show bringing together my favourite guests this year. Hey, if Eastenders can have a Christmas special, then so can Zestology. As you know, I ask every guest at the end of the show for the one tip they'd give us all for more energy, vitality and motivation. The answe...

Next time on Zestology; A special compilation show featuring some of the highlights of 2015. As you know, I ask every guest at the end of Zestology for the one tip they'd give us all for more energy, vitality and motivation, and the answers are always revealing. I've brought the best ones all into one place in this end of year special. 

How do you live with optimism? How do you define positive energy? What does 'living with ease' really mean. Today's podcast is one of the more emotional I've recorded. Bruce Van Horn has had plenty of ups, and some plunging downs over his life, and his story is shocking and uplifting. Bruce is a motivational life coach, entrepreneur, and author of the book Worry No More!   He’s cultivated a 4-step...

Next time on Zestology; Bruce Van Horn is a motivational life coach, entrepreneur, and author of the book Worry No More!   He’s cultivated a 4-step plan for his readers to stop worrying and start living with ease because, as he says, "life’s marathon, not a sprint". And then, one phone call changed his life... listen on for more, and make sure you listen to the full Zestology podcast this weekend.

A doctor that sings to his patients. I know - it sounds utterly crazy doesn't it. I must admit I was super sceptical before I interviewed Dr. Steven Eisenberg, and now I confess I'm won over by his sheer energy and enthusiasm for looking after his patients physical and emotional wellbeing. But you can make your own mind up. Just make sure you listen, as he's a true healer, and he's certainly not c...

Next time on Zestology; I was totally sceptical before interviewing this guest, and yet... what an infectious energy, and great personality he has. You have to listen to Dr. Steven Eisenberg to make your own mind up. A doctor that sings to his patients. I know - it sounds utterly crazy doesn't it. I must admit I was super unsure before I interviewed Dr. Steven Eisenberg, and now I confess I'm won...

Dan Harris on meditation. Does it make you 10% happier? #39 Learn how to tame the voice in your head Reduce stress without losing your edge Find self-help that actually works. I was having a coffee with my mate James a couple of months ago and he recommended me a book called 10% Happier. "I haven't read it yet, so I can't vouch for it", he said, "but someone told me it's good". Hmmm, not exactly t...

Next time on Zestology, ABC News anchor and correspondent Dan Harris. The story starts with American ABC Good Morning America presenter Dan Harris having a traumatic breakdown live on air. This experience leads him down the path of trying to find answers, which he eventually does. But how? All this coming next time, on Zestology.

What meat should you eat? What plants should you have on your plate? When should you take probiotics? What effect are antibiotics having on our general health worldwide? Les Dethlefsen is a gut microbiota scientist, and a bit of a genius. He leads studies in Microbiology at Relman labs at Stanford University in California on the dynamics of the human microbiota. He has a Ph. D. in both Microbiolog...

What if there were natural plants and herbs which would help you have more energy, sleep better, feel more alive, get more relaxed when you need it and sleep better? Today on Zestology podcast , I continue my LA adventure by hanging out with Shannon Drake , an inspiring entrepreneur who runs two health companies and has so much to offer for those seeking alternative health and wellbeing solutions....

If you could cram as many crazy biohacking techniques for feeling optimal into one day as possible, what would you do? If you are interested in biohacking and trying out different techniques for mind and body, today's show is for you. Last week I was in LA, and had the chance to hang out with LifeStylist and biohacker Luke Storey. Check out the pics below, and listen on to find out how these pract...

If you had a simple breathing technique which helped you relax in stressful situations, get calm when you really needed it and even get to sleep at night, would you use it? Today on Zestology podcast , some awesome stories, great fun, and an in depth look at three specific breathing techniques with Lucy Bruegger. Lucy is a London based yoga teacher, a friend of mine and an awesome teacher with a v...