Episode 399: Ben Greenfield on Biohacking vs. Simplicity: The Future of Longevity for Body, Mind and Spirit
Habits and Hustle
Key Insights
Why did Ben Greenfield shift from being a high-performance fitness enthusiast to focusing more on longevity and biohacking?
Ben got burnt out on high-performance sports and realized there's more to health than just exercise and diet. He started doing blood work and biomarker evaluations, which led him to explore functional medicine, naturopathic medicine, and biohacking for overall health.
What are the potential downsides of eating the same foods repeatedly for extended periods?
Eating the same foods can reduce dietary diversity, leading to a less diverse microbiome. This can create a vicious feedback loop where the biome becomes weaker, making it harder to digest a wide variety of foods and potentially leading to health issues.
How does Ben Greenfield manage to retain so much information and stay knowledgeable in his field?
Ben keeps a clear head by writing down everything to get it off his plate. He focuses on his category of health, fitness, and longevity, immersing himself in that field for over 20 years, which has allowed him to become an expert through osmosis.
What is Ben Greenfield's opinion on fructose and its impact on health?
Ben believes fructose can elevate triglycerides and contribute to non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, but only if liver and muscle glycogen stores are already topped off. For physically active individuals not overeating, fructose in moderate amounts from fruits and juices is generally not an issue.
What are the benefits of Ben Greenfield's morning routine involving light, sound, and vibration therapy?
His morning routine enhances creativity, focus, and energy levels. It provides a sense of relaxation and meditation without the use of drugs, making him feel ready to tackle the day with a calm and refreshed mindset.
What is the 'oil change for your body' that Ben Greenfield is interested in?
Ben is interested in a process called extracorporeal blood ozonation and oxygenation, offered by a company called Lumati. This treatment filters out toxins like glyphosate, microplastics, and COVID spike protein, providing a complete blood detoxification over a three-day process.
How does Ben Greenfield approach social media, and why?
Ben uses social media as a producer and creator rather than a consumer. He has a social media manager who posts content, allowing him to focus on creating meaningful content without getting sucked into the time-consuming aspects of managing social media accounts.
Chapters
- Eating lean chicken breast without the skin and gristle can be less beneficial than eating the whole chicken.
- Low dietary diversity can weaken the microbiome, leading to less ability to digest a wide variety of foods.
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