Thank you all so much for listening over the past few years! While we bring this podcast to a close, we hope you can stay in touch with us on Instagram and through the Health Hackd Newsletter. We appreciate each and every one of you ❤️ Subscribe to the Health Hackd Newsletter Follow along on Instagram…

The latest health news we're covering this week: Using cold-water immersion for workout recovery Alcoholic drinks reducing brain size Prenatal mindfulness for infant health Cleaning your air with house plants A lie about food desserts Subscribe to the Health Hackd Newsletter Rate the show on Apple Podcast Follow along on Instagram Try the cleanest,…

The latest health news we're covering this week: Improving symptoms of MS with the ketogenic diet Using mindfulness to reduce opioid misuse Polluting the air and your airways with cleaning products Eradicating ovarian cancer with a drug factory The truth about Kale for skin health Subscribe to the Health Hackd Newsletter Rate the show on Apple Podc…

The latest health news we're covering this week: How Vitamin D may just be the juice you need to take strength and cardio training to the next level The health impact of pet ownership How having a sibling with a disability improves empathy What you see before you die The never-ending nutritionally debate between meat and veggies Subscribe to the He…

The latest health news we're covering this week: How chemicals from water bottles leech into your water Selenium consumption for learning and memory Reversing paralysis with spinal implants Magic mushrooms for depression How physical attractiveness impacts your immune system Subscribe to the Health Hackd Newsletter Rate the show on Apple Podcast Fo…

The latest health news we're covering this week: The risk of broken heart syndrome Eating tart cherries for more brain power Increasing muscle strength in 3 seconds How FODMAPs impact symptoms of IBS NYC's new Meatless Friday initiative Subscribe to the Health Hackd Newsletter Rate the show on Apple Podcast Follow along on Instagram Try the cleanes…

The latest health news we're covering this week: The key to avoiding pain as you age Using vitamin D to prevent autoimmune disease The mortality impact of COVID lockdowns An update on diabetes stats in the U.S. How meat is being used as the scapegoat for MS Subscribe to the Health Hackd Newsletter Rate the show on Apple Podcast Follow along on Inst…

This week we're covering: Overcoming Baldness Mark Cuban's Pharmacy CBD for COVID? Electroconvulsive Therapy for Depression The Conspiracy of Cereal for Heart Health Subscribe to the Health Hackd Newsletter Rate the show on Apple Podcast Follow along on Instagram Try the cleanest, most effective electrolyte drink on the market: Drink LMNT Resources…

This week we're covering: A new report on the quality of fish oil supplements The impact of light on kids' sleep A better way to implement healthy habits How goji berries may be the key to maintaining eye health An interesting history of an old Pfizer vaccine (for bovine) Subscribe to the Health Hackd Newsletter Rate the show on Apple Podcast Follo…

This week we're covering: Research on mask mandates (and mask effectiveness) How cannabis may impact COVID Human-animal hybrids Insect protein Olive Oil Subscribe to the Health Hackd Newsletter Rate the show on Apple Podcast Follow along on Instagram Try the cleanest, most effective electrolyte drink on the market: Drink LMNT Resources Face mask ma…

This week we're covering: Some recent changes to GMO labeling More research on how omega-3 supplementation impacts heart health A big announcement on boosters for kiddos The power of breastmilk The dark side of virtual learning for kids Subscribe to the Health Hackd Newsletter Rate the show on Apple Podcast Follow along on Instagram Try the cleanes…

We're back!! And we're kicking off the year with a new format, where we'll be covering the week's most important health headlines. This week we'll share: A quick recap of the major health headlines in 2021 An update on Omicron and the vaccine Depression and social media use A vaccine to stop aging 5 reasons to stop with the juice cleanses Subscribe…

We're taking a few weeks off from the podcast while Andy adjusts to parenthood and Aaron has some holiday travel. We'll be back at the start of the new year! In the meantime, we'll continue putting out the latest research each week in the Health Hackd newsletter. Subscribe below! Subscribe to the Health Hackd Newsletter Rate the show on Apple Podca…

In a time where we have more luxuries than ever before, with food delivered by the touch of a button, millions of products available for overnight delivery, and vending machines where you can buy a car, we have access to more now than ever before. On paper, we should be thriving, yet our happiness seems to be at an all-time low. This week, Aaron is…

If you take a trip to the grocery store, you'll find that the most popular foods are the ones that come in a package (chips, cookies, cereals, etc.). With the wide use of industrially processed seed oils, these foods are very high in Omega-6s and essentially depleted of Omega-3s. This shift from whole foods to processed foods has created a sharp in…

Upon entering your local gym, you are likely welcomed by an overly-enthusiastic employee along with a fridge full of energy drinks, promising to take your workout to the next level. But one pre-workout drink that doesn't get enough attention is beet juice (a.k.a beetroot juice). Yep, the nectar from that root vegetable that no one really enjoys. So…

Mental health has been getting a lot of well-deserved attention in recent years, but the philosophy on how best to improve mental and emotional wellness varies by practice. In this episode, we talk about an integrative approach to mental health with Dr. Nicole Cain, who has her degree in clinical psychology and is a licensed Naturopathic Physician …

In the race to end the pandemic, pharmaceutical companies have been working on therapeutics to reduce the risk of hospitalizations and death from COVID-19. One of those companies, Merck, just recently announced an oral antiviral drug that supposedly reduces the risk of hospitalization and death by approximately 50% compared to placebo patients. Whi…

The topics of nutrition and mental health independently get a lot of attention, but rarely do we hear about how those two are linked. We don't often talk about the food we eat impacts our mental health, despite the strong connection between the two. In today's episode, we dive into the world of Nutritional Psychiatry by looking at how diet directly…

When it comes to burning fat, most people depend primarily on a low-carb/ketogenic diet. And while diet certainly serves an important role in metabolic flexibility, one major factor in our ability to burn fat vs. carbs is exercise. Exercise plays a big part in how metabolically flexible we are. And although it may seem that the more we exercise, th…

With more than 2 in 3 adults being overweight in the U.S., people are always looking for a fast way to lose weight. In recent years, a low-carb diet (or a Keto diet) has been touted as the best way to healthily manage weight and improve metabolism. This is often referred to as the "Carbohydrate-Insulin Model" of weight loss. In this episode, we bre…

Contrary to what many Boomers believe, not all youngsters today are lazy. In fact, there are many people who struggle to relax at all because they feel that it is a waste of time. Whether this belief came from disappointed parents, or from binging too many Gary Vee videos on "hustling", that is still unclear. But what has become more clear is the d…

There has been a lot of debate around the immunity induced from vaccination versus immunity induced from prior infection (i.e. "natural immunity"). With the recent Delta surge, there has been a lot of conversation around breakthrough cases and reinfections. Until now, we didn't have a lot of data on the effectiveness of natural immunity vs. vaccine…

Fitness enthusiasts are always looking for ways to get stronger or look bigger (or maybe a little bit of both). And with the number of strategies and snake oil supplements claiming to optimize muscle gains (i.e. hypertrophy), it can be quite difficult to figure out where to begin. A recent study published in the International Journal of Strength an…

If you've ever spent any time reading the headlines to health news, or listening to wellness podcasts, or reading books on nutrition, then you understand the amount of confusing and conflicting information around nutrition. Eggs are bad for you one week, then they're good for you the next week. Meat will give you heart disease today, then you shoul…

There's been a lot of talk about the negative impact of plastic on our environment, with most of that discussion centering around ocean life. But a lesser-known impact of plastic overuse is the daily human consumption of microplastics. With plastics being used in the majority of household items, especially when it comes to food storage, humans cons…

Most people have a basic understanding of the systems in our body...the immune system, the nervous system, the reproductive system, the digestive system, etc. But there is one, lesser-known part of our body that influences nearly every one of these systems. And that is the Gut Microbiome. The Gut Microbiome has been a buzzword lately, yet most of u…

Unless you're an alien, you probably drink water every day. When we're thirsty, most of us just fill up our cups at the nearest tap to rehydrate. But depending on the source of that water and the filtration device used, what ends up in your body could be bad news. Today we're talking all things water: Common contaminants found in drinking water Typ…

Who said that aging is inevitable? Certainly not our latest guest, Gil Blander, the Chief Science Officer and co-founder of InsideTracker. Gil received his Ph.D. in biology from the Weizmann Institute of Science and completed his Doctoral fellowship at MIT. He is an expert in the science of aging and he and his team of specialists in nutrition and …

Supplements (and multi-vitamins in particular) are a very profitable industry. And like food marketing, the marketing of supplements makes them very attractive. Approximately 50% of people take some sort of multi-vitamin. But is this cost actually worth it? Do they live up to the claims? Today we'll be diving into: When does it make sense to supple…

As the occurrence of Alzheimer's Disease has increased over the past few decades, so has research on prevention and treatment of this tragic, mind-altering condition. In recent years, scientists have discovered a clear link between sleep and the risk of Alzheimer's Disease. Today, we dive into the current event to date showing why the best protecti…

Summer is in full swing, the world is reopening, and travel is back on the agenda for a lot of people! That means trying to manage food, exercise, and sleep while on the road. Travel normally means health goals are off the rails until we get back into our normal routine, but today we share a few of our personal "hacks" to enjoy a vacation without c…

We're back again with another controversial nutrition topic: GMO Foods. GMO stands for "Genetically Modified Organism" and much of our food today has been genetically modified (for many reasons). This has sparked a lot of debate in farming and health communities regarding their safety. In this episode, we answer all your questions on GMOs: How are …

Grass-fed beef has generally been praised as being nutritionally superior to conventionally-raised, grain-fed beef. Advocates of grass-fed beef claim that it has a better nutrient profile, particularly, a better fatty-acid profile (Omega-3 vs. Omega-6). In this episode, we dive into a recent study that examined the nutritional components of grass-f…

You may have recently seen advertisements for a product called "Delta 8" at your local supplement shop or nearby gas station. This is a new version of THC that produces a similar "high" as regular THC, but due to some specific wording in a recent bill, it has been made Federally legal. In this episode, we break down everything you need to know abou…

In an over-saturated supplement market, where every product claims to "take your workout to the next level", it can be difficult to distinguish the snake oil from the magic potions. Today, we dive into the evidence for one of the more timeless pre-workout supplements, Beta Alanine. Subscribe to the HealthHackd Newsletter Rate the show on Apple Podc…

Today we are joined by Alex Ellis, an expert in mobility training, body-weight strength and stretch programs. She helps people reduce injuries and get stronger through flexibility and mobility! She is the host of The Body Nerd Show, which you can find wherever you listen to podcasts. All the episodes are short, easy to understand, and most of all, …

We're switching things up this week! We have a LOT to talk about....a trip to vegas, the opioid crisis, the vaccine, and welcoming a new member to the Rat pack! Subscribe to the Rat Pack Newsletter Rate the show on Apple Podcast Follow along on Instagram Get 25% off the most comprehensive blood, DNA, and fitness tracking platform with InsideTracker…

Collagen is the most abundant protein found in the body and represents about one-third of all protein in the body. There are over one dozen types of collagen, but type 1, 2, and 3 are the types you'll see in the store in supplement form. For years, collagen supplements have been used for bone and joint support, as well as skin health. But does it l…

As a follow-up to our 3 part series on "addictions", we wanted to provide constructive ways to manage stress. Stress is a normal part of life; there is no way to completely avoid the stressors we face daily. However, what we can control is how we respond to that stress. In this episode, we share our 9 favorite ways to naturally manage stress: Sleep…

This is the final part of our 3-part series on "Breaking Addictions" where we cover one of the most widely consumed psychoactive substances....caffeine. In this episode, we dive into the addictive properties of caffeine, the benefits and detriments of caffeine consumption, and the signs of caffeine sensitivity. We also share our experience with rem…

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This is part 2 of our 3-part series on "Breaking Addictions" where we cover one of the most dangerous types of addiction....alcohol. In this episode, we dive into the addictive properties of alcohol, how to tell if you've developed a dependency on alcohol, and some of the long-term detriments of frequent alcohol consumption. We also share our perso…

We're kicking off a 3-part series "Breaking Addictions" with one of the most delicious, over-consumed substances on the planet...sugar. We all know the consequences of excess sugar consumption, yet most of us still indulge on a regular basis. Some studies have even suggested that sugar is just as addictive as cocaine. In this episode, we dive into …

Protein powders have been used for years as a quick and convenient way to meet personal protein goals. Whether you use a protein supplement for bulking up, losing weight, or saving time, there are a plethora of options when it comes to protein powders. While Whey has dominated the industry for the past few decades, plant-based proteins like soy, pe…

We're back talking about one of our favorite topics...SLEEP. Being one of the most (if not the most) important aspect of our health, it's critical to know how we're actually sleeping each night. You probably track your steps, nutrition, and weight, so why wouldn't you want to have insight into the most reliable predictor of your health? In this epi…

Dining out with friends and family is an important aspect of a healthy community. Breaking bread with loved ones often brings joy, laughter, and intimacy, all of which are necessary for building relationships and maintaining mental health. But for those who ascribe to a specific way of eating, this can present a challenge when faced with ultra-proc…

Triston Patrick is a CrossFit coach at SkyLab Fitness in Webster, Texas. We've had the privilege of getting to know him via Instagram over the past year and we finally had a chance to sit down and talk all things CrossFit training, recovery, nutrition, and mindset. Enjoy! Subscribe to the Rat Pack Newsletter Rate the show on Apple Podcast Follow al…

Memento Mori is the Stoic practice of reflecting on your own mortality. It literally means "Remember you must die." The Stoics recognized the value of dwelling on the inevitability of death. Not in a way that promotes sadness, or despair, but in a manner that inspires a daily life of virtue. By reflecting on the possibility of our death, by living …

Plant-based milks like almond milk, cashew milk, oat milk, and soy milk have grown in popularity over the years, becoming even more popular than traditional cow's milk. In this episode, we compare plant milk vs. cow milk by answering the following questions: When should you consider avoiding cow's milk? How do you find out if you have a dairy intol…