BIOptimizers - Awesome Health Podcast

Testosterone levels are plummeting worldwide and it's having a major impact on men's health. From decreased cognitive function and sex drive, to increased risk of cardiovascular disease: low testosterone is a real crisis that needs to be addressed. So what's behind this testosterone pandemic? According to Dr. Tracy Gapin, an expert on the topic, there are several factors at play including toxins i...

In today's fast-paced world, it's easy to get caught up in the rat race and forget about what's truly important. For entrepreneur Steven Izen, that means spending his time on the things that will benefit his future self. Izen is the founder of two companies, Lokai and Elements of Balance Brands. He also has a family, so he understands the importance of finding a balance between work and life. When...

David Wolfe is a man of many talents. He's a speaker, entrepreneur, and farmer. And he's on a mission to help people live healthier lives. These days, David is focused on his third company, which is all about producing clean, healthy products that are free of toxins.  He's especially excited about their line of wildcrafted pine pollen products, which he believes are the closest thing to bioidentic...

Steven Samson is an internationally recognized pioneer in orthopedic regenerative medicine. He founded the Orthohealing Center, a premier medical clinic in Los Angeles, California, specializing in non-surgical orthopedic and cell-based medicine.  Recently, Dr. Samson created Bio-recovery labs, utilizing machine-based energy including shock waves to stimulate the body's natural healing capacity. Au...

What is success? This is a question that entrepreneurs often ask themselves. Is it money? Power? Fame? While all of these things can be a part of success, they don't necessarily define it. Success for entrepreneurs is often about taking risks, pushing boundaries, and achieving goals that others thought were impossible. It's about having the courage to pursue your dreams and the tenacity to see the...

Breast cancer is the second most common cancer for women in the United States. While this is alarming, there are things that women can do to reduce their risk of recurrence. The first step is to understand your risk factors. Family history is one of the biggest risk factors for breast cancer.  If you have a mother or sister who has had breast cancer, your risk doubles. Other risk factors include:...

In today's world, it's easy to get caught up in the hustle and bustle and forget about our health. We are constantly bombarded with unhealthy choices and it can be hard to make lasting changes.  However, according to Meredith Oke, an expert on the emerging science of circadian health, there are three essential elements to creating lasting health change: light, beliefs, and habits. Meredith is the...

  The Energy Blueprint (TEB) system is a comprehensive lifestyle and supplement program which has helped more than two million people experience optimal health, better performance, and more energy.  Ari Whitten is the founder of TEB and for more than 25 years he has been dedicated to the study of human health science.  The blueprint includes programs and supplements to help you make the necessary...

Stress is a part of life, but it doesn't have to control you. There are ways to turn stress into a superpower.  Trudy Stone, a stress management expert, has developed a system to help her clients rise above stress.  This podcast will talk about the different ways that stress affects our bodies, and how we can use Trudy's system to turn stress into our own personal superpower. Effects of Stress One...

  Jared Pickard and his wife Velisa are the founders of Be Here Farm + Nature , a 300 acre Nature Sanctuary and Biodynamic farm in Sonoma County CA where they grow and make a collection of very unique self care products, entirely made by hand, and all on their family farm. Jared and Valisa became interested in farming after they realized that they wanted to farm in a beyond-organic way. They had a...

  Have you ever felt like Western Medicine isn't working for you? Natural medicine has become more and more prevalent in today's society. And detoxifying your body is more important than ever as it can Raise energy levels Improve mental clarity And reduce inflammation. Sara Banta is the owner of Accelerated Health Products and the host of Accelerated Health Radio and TV. She helps her clients and...

  We are constantly bombarded by toxins, whether it's the air we breathe, the food we eat or the water we drink.  Exposure to toxins can lead to a variety of health problems. This includes chronic pain, allergies, hypothyroidism and fatigue. We are constantly bombarded by toxins, whether it's the air we breathe, the food we eat or the water we drink.  Our bodies are constantly working to eliminate...

When it comes to the kid's nutrition, there are a lot of present-day challenges that parents face.  These challenges can include: The standards for a medical doctor when recommending dietary changes are unclear. The internet has made it easier for people to connect and share information. Many parents are unsure of how to provide for their children nutritionally. And baby food products that are unh...

In today's world, several options are available to help optimize the healing process after surgery. Something truly works for everyone, from traditional Western medicine to more holistic approaches. However, there is only one thing at the core of optimizing recovery after surgery: proper nutrition. Dr. Daniel Barrett is a board-certified plastic surgeon in Beverly Hills, California. His passion is...

You might have been skeptical if you had heard about ketones and their benefits a few years ago. After all, ketones are a by-product of fat metabolism, and who wants to think about fat when trying to lose weight?  However, we're continuing to learn more and more about ketones, and it is becoming clear that they offer several benefits for athletes and people looking to improve their health.  Dr. La...

Have you ever realized how much of your balance relies on your feet? This is because of something known as the brain balance connection. The brain balance connection refers to the relationship between the balance nerve in your foot and preventing falls in older adults. This connection is based on neuro balance therapy, which is a new approach to improving balance and preventing falls.  This week I...

Joy Kong has worked to bring an integration of the precision of Western medicine, and the way Chinese medicine works based on the principle of looking at the body as a whole universe. With stem cell research and therapy, she has found there is no need to go to extremes on one side of the medicine or the other but that there is room to respect all fields. In this episode you will learn: What is a s...

Can your cell phone, laptop, and WiFi router possibly lead to cancer, brain tumors, fertility issues, anxiety, and depression? The answer is yes, and this is because of EMFs. Have you ever heard of EMFs? EMFs, or electromagnetic fields, are one directional waveforms that disrupt the natural communication of the human body.  Different forms of EMFs can be harmful to human health. Some of the most c...

Robbie Bent, who is building Othership to create connection in response to addiction, is here to let us know that in 5 minutes with breath, you can change your physiological and emotional state. In this episode you will learn: What breathwork is How breathwork differs from meditation How breathwork can help overcome addiction The 3 types of influence your breath has on your current state Why emoti...

Owen McKibben is the number 1 Men's Health cover model in world history having been on the cover 17 times, but he doesn't just live to look good, he lives to feel good and help others feel good, too. In this episode you will learn: How to optimize your health Why you need to change your relationship with food Pain management strategies How reprogramming your brain is an essential part of vitality...

Nootropics are any natural or synthetic substance that may have a positive impact on mental skills. Greg Gostincar, a certified brain health professional, has devoted his life to helping health-conscious professionals achieve peak brain and mental performance by using effective science-based techniques combined with the power of nature. Everyone can benefit from nootropics, though everyone respond...

What is your hunger telling you? How do you feel after you eat certain foods? These questions are central to the discussion Danielle brings to the table to better help us understand our bodies. Danielle Hamilton is a functional nutritional therapy practitioner and restorative wellness practitioner who specializes in blood sugar regulation and digestion. She became interested in blood sugar issues...

Jeff Gaudette has been running for around 20 years, at all levels of the sport. Under his tutelage, hundreds of runners have finished their first marathon and he's helped countless runners qualify for the Boston marathon. In this episode you will learn: Why taking things slow is the best thing you can do. How to build up your workout schedule to get from level zero to marathon. The most common mis...

This episode will expand your appreciation of light beyond a mere tool of vision. Matt Maruca is the founder and CEO of Ra Optics, which teaches people about the important roles that light plays in health, and develops the most advanced light therapy-based products for transforming health. Learning the biology of light led Matt to the discovery that we are beings of light which helped him learn to...

Does your fitness routine give you the opportunity to consciously express yourself and your emotions? Aly Giampolo and Colette Dong are here to talk about how using a trampoline with the influence of dance can help you get out of the stagnation of the executive dealings with your days. Through their professional dance career, they discovered the trampoline is a satisfying high intensity, low impac...