Biohacking News by Zestology

Next time on Zestology: Dr Breus is a legendary sleep doc and is seriously well qualified. In addition to his private practice where he treats athletes, celebrities, and the like, he also "trains other sleep doctors." That'll do for me. That's next time on Zestology.

Sascha Kindred has taken part in every Paralympics since Atlanta (yes in the mid 90s). He's got gold medals galore, and all that despite a doctor originally telling him and his family that he would never walk in his life. Coming up: How Sascha overcame adversity to get where he is. The special light-based alarm clock Sascha uses to help him wake up in the morning. Preparation is key, without that he feels lost. His silver medals mean more to him than gold. (Why??) The Queen made a very embarrassing gaffe the first time Sascha met her. (Yes, he's met her multiple times...) If you like to get motivated by the best, then do listen to today's podcast... Sascha is a very straightforward guy with so much to inspire us with.

Next time on Zestology: How do the world's best athletes motivate themselves, espcially when they've been through massive adversity? The Paralympics start soon in Rio. So who better to speak to than one of the most decorated Paralympians of all time. And he has an incredible story

Bust stress like a boss - with celebrity trainer and entrepreneur Angela Martindale #78 The way to bust stress and change unhealthy habits all comes down to consistency. Angela Martindale is a celebrity trainer and entrepreneur and helps her clients bust stress like a boss. According to her, it takes 21 days to create a healthy habit. So whatever you want to achieve, if you're willing to give it 21 days, you could change things permanently. If you can be consistent for 21 days of your life, you can change your mindset, achieve more of your goals, and bust stress like a boss. ​In today's podcast, I also reveal the daily practice that I do every evening - every single night, that has possibly worked better for me than anything else. Enjoy!

Next time on Zestology: It takes 21 days to create a healthy habit. So whatever you want to achieve, if you're willing to give it 21 days, you could change things permanently. If you can be consistent for 21 days of your life, you can change your mindset, achieve more of your goals, and bust stress like a boss. Angela Martindale has more - next time on Zestology

Straight off the bat, today's podcast guests have an awesome name. The Personality Hackers. I love the idea of hacking into anything, so if they can help me hack and improve our behaviours, capabilities and more, that could work. The Personality Hackers are Joel Mark Witt & Antonia Dodge. Coming up today. What's more important - natural talent or hard work? How to deal with negative feedback (this is good) How to find your flow state How to show up happier, more resourceful and more energy How to be sure that you are on the right path AND... How to hack into your personality and be more effective...

Next time on Zestology: What's more important - natural talent or hard work? How to deal with negative feedback (this is good) How to find your flow state And loads more, with the Personality Hackers.

Sometimes on my podcast Zestology I get very specific - into the nitty gritty of supplements, lifestyle practices and the science of feeling good. And then sometimes, I like to meet and pick the brains of interesting, successful and prominent people with a damn good story to tell. Roll on this week - yep this pic is me hanging out with 80s pop sensation Sinitta. Sinitta has 14 international hit singles. I was basically singing along to her music in the 80s. She is a mentor on The X Factor and she now makes her own fitness videos. But one of the best moments in our chat - I thought - was when she told the long and yes, maybe even a bit painful story of how she realised she "wasn't famous any more", and how she dealt with some serious ups and downs.

Next time on Zestology: Sinitta has 14 international hit singles. Yep, I was singing along to her music in the 80s. She is a mentor on The X Factor and she now makes her own fitness videos. But one of the best moments in our chat - I thought - was when she told the long and painful story of how she realised she "wasn't famous any more", and how she dealt with some serious ups and downs.

Why is it important to take risks, and how can we take more risks and get outside our comfort zone? Science journalist and writer Kayt Sukel has no problem tackling interesting (and often taboo) subjects spanning love, sex, neuroscience, travel and politics. In fact, she's so dedicated to the cause that in the writing of her last book, she had an orgasm in an MRI scanner for a Guardian article. (I won't put the link, I'm sure you can google that one yourself). Her work has appeared in the Atlantic Monthly, the New Scientist, USA Today, the Washington Post and many others. And now, she's tackling risk.

Why it's important to take risks, and how we can take more risks and get outside our comfort zone more? With awesome writer for Atlantic Monthly, the New Scientist, USA Today, the Washington Post, Kayt Sukel.

The Law of Attraction just sounds a little too good to be true. Think about something enough and it will happen. It just sounds so... convenient. Law of Attraction coach Jeannette Maw decided it would be awesome to appear on Oprah to talk about what she does. So, she used the Law of Attraction and the next thing she knew, she was appearing on national TV. Wow. How did she do it, and how can we do it too? The Law of Attraction. Does it work? Jeannette is a Master Certified Coach and founder of Good Vibe University. She describes herself as a full time manifesting geek on a mission to inspire conscious creators. I'm sceptical, what about you? Listen on to make up your own mind.

Next time on Zestology: The Law of Attraction. Does it work? Jeannette is a Master Certified Coach and founder of Good Vibe University. She describes herself as a full time manifesting geek on a mission to inspire conscious creators.

Become a millionaire poker player* (*maybe) with mind coach Dr. Stephen Simpson #73 Are you ready to make your own luck? Dr. Stephen Simpson is one of my regular Zestology guests. He works with top professional poker players such as Chris Moorman and Liv Boeree on helping them achieve their potential in every area of your life. Today's podcast is Dr. Steve and me sitting in Steve's garden in Portugal, and Steve tells me a few good stories about millionaire poker players, and how we can learn from them to make our own luck. In other words. Become a millionaire poker player* (*maybe) Doc Steve is one of my all-time most requested guests. So he's back! Dr. Stephen Simpson is an Elite Performance Coach, medical doctor, and NLP expert who specialises in a fascinating field. He's developed the niche of helping poker players win more money.

Next time on Zestology: Become a millionaire poker player* (*maybe) with mind coach Dr. Stephen Simpson. This is a fun one.. recorded on the scene in Portugal.

Have you heard of dutch daredevil "The Iceman", Wim Hof, yet? If not, you have a treat in store in this week's podcast. I first saw him speak in California last year. This guy is incredible. He holds 20 world records, including a world record for longest ice bath. Wim has shown what the human body is capable of once you find the flow within your physical and mental state. He describes his ability to withstand extreme cold temperatures as being able to "turn his own thermostat up" by using his mind through yoga. He climbed to 6.7 kilometres (22,000 ft) altitude at Mount Everest wearing nothing but shorts and shoes. I know! And he completed a full marathon above the arctic circle in Finland, in temperatures close to −20 °C (−4 °F). Dressed in nothing but shorts, Hof finished in 5 hours and 25 minutes. Listen to today's podcast for the opportunity to reach out and do more than what you thought you were capable of. Through the right training and exercises, you can strengthen your inner nature and prevent disease.

Next time on Zestology: What an awesome dude. Multiple world record holder Wim has shown what the human body is capable of once you find the flow within your physical and mental state.

Put the painkillers down, and listen to Zestology. Dr Michelle Robin is one of the world's top chiropractors and a relevant guest for me. In this podcast, we start off with some general chat - but if you want to get straight to the good stuff on backs, sleep position and so forth, feel free to skip straight to that bit. Back pain is something I have a specific interest in. That's because every once in a while, mine hurts. Once Dr. Michelle gets going, the unbelievable in-depth knowledge she has offers some practical solutions to anyone living in pain or wanting more energy. Dr Michelle Robin is a fascinating expert in this area. She is a 'wellness chiropractor'. She says wellness because she doesn't just want to make sure your spine is in alignment. She makes a lot of sense. Enjoy. As I say, we start on general stuff, and then go more in depth. You may find that bit more useful. Tony.

Next time on Zestology: How can we live pain free? How can we sort out a painful back? What's the perfect sleep position? What position is a big no-no for your back? And what one change in mindset could help us live with loads more energy (I like this one) That's next time, with Dr. Michelle Robin, on Zestology

Uh, are the two most important words in the world? Laura Coe is an entrepreneur, podcast host, philosophy lover and certified life coach. She's a brilliant podcast guest, because she told me in simple terms how two little words could change our lives. She had a high-powered corporate career, and when I say high-powered, she was right at the top. But then something dramatic happened, and everything changed. Our topic this week - expressing what you really want in life, and then getting it. (There's a clue as to what those two words are in here.) When you speak your truth, personal freedom, a sense of internal calm, a confidence you always wanted, but couldn't find, will start to appear. "Be yourself; everyone else is already taken." – Oscar Wilde. Oh, and for those two little words, listen on...

Next time on Zestology: I'm with Laura Coe, entrepreneur, podcast host, philosophy lover and certified life coach, and we focus in on the two most important words in the world. What are they? You'll have to wait until the weekend, but trust me, this is a good 'un, and Laura is an outstanding guest.

Coming up: Unusual solutions for getting better sleep. (Warning - one of these involves sellotaping something to your forehead) Why electric blankets are way bad for you. Supplements for more focus Why a cold bath might be the best thing you could do for yourself If you could cram as many crazy biohacking techniques for feeling optimal into one day as possible, what would you do? It's time for another fun podcast episode with my buddy, The LifeStylist Luke Storey. If you are interested in biohacking and trying out different techniques for mind and body, today's show is for you. With a special focus on sleep. This is the third time Luke has been on the show - he's very entertaining, knowledgeable and has also become a good friend.

If you could cram as many crazy biohacking techniques for feeling optimal into one day as possible, what would you do? It's time for another fun podcast episode with my buddy, The LifeStylist Luke Storey.

Award-winning BBC broadcaster and journalist Tim Samuels is on Zestology this week. He's just written a new book called Who Stole My Spear? Getting back to nature and reconnecting is so important. It's a recurring theme on Zestology, and Tim Samuels is the perfect person to help transport us back a few thousand years! Coming up: How can you hunt and gather in an open-plan office? Why is singing so good for us on a primal level? How can you get more caveman on a day to day basis? And where does your DNA tell you that you originate from? Tim stops at nothing to explore how men should actually be living these days. From relationships, religion, and the rise of ISIS, to porn, fatherhood and the oppression of office life. Nothing is taboo. Oh and if you're a woman, there's tons of content in here for you too. In fact I found Tim one of the most knowledgeable and definitely wittiest guests I've interviewed. We recorded in my local park, which Tim describes in very amusing detail at the start of the podcast.

Next time on Zestology: Top BBC presenter and author Tim Samuels on primal living. Including; How can you hunt and gather in an open-plan office? Why is singing so good for us on a primal level? How can you get more caveman on a day to day basis? And where does your DNA tell you that you originate from?

Are these the supplements you need? With top doc Dr David Minkoff #67 This podcast includes the three most important supplements you can take for health and longevity according to Dr. Minkoff. He is one the USA's foremost docs and he has some strong views. He started out as a conventional MD, and then his life took an unconventional turn. (He reveals all on the podcast). Now he's one of America's top integrative doctors and this podcast is PACKED with great info on living more healthily. Dr Minkoff has strong views on supplements. He says you absolutely can't get the nutrients you need from diet alone. Agree, disagree? Listen in and find out, and then listen to his top 3 supplement solutions for better health. My target in this podcast - to increase your wellness and performance levels by 5%. It strikes me that's a great place to start. I really loved this chat. It was one of my favourite Zestology podcasts, so I hope you find it useful too.

I interviewed author John C. Havens on hacking happiness. He is a TEDx speaker, Mashable and Guardian writer, and he has a simple message. If you want your life to count, you have to take a count of your life. Listen on for simple actionable steps on how to achieve this.

Next time on Zestology: I interview author John C. Havens on hacking happiness. He is a TEDx speaker, Mashable and Guardian writer. He comes up with some simple actionable steps on how to achieve this. That's next time on Zestology.

Gretchen Rubin on experiments in the pursuit of happiness and good habits #65 "Don't let books become the spinach of your life" Just one of my favourite quotes from Gretchen Rubin in this week's Zestology podcast. By this she means don't only read worthy books/eat spinach because you feel obliged. Read and eat the good stuff. Gretchen is a big name and an awesome guest for Zestology podcast. And books were quite a theme in this interview. She's the author of several blockbuster New York Times bestsellers. She has an enormous readership, both in print and online, and her books have sold more than two million copies worldwide, in more than thirty languages. So I spoke to her on this podcast about upgrading some of our habits. Like: How to read more How to get over decision fatigue And how to pass the toothpaste test (we basically invented this during the podcast) Good habits help you to make better decisions, as it turns out. So listen to Gretchen help you upgrade your habits.

Next time on Zestology: I speak to celebrated NYT bestselling author Gretchen Rubin on upgrading some of our habits. Like: How to read more How to get over decision fatigue And how to pass the toothpaste test (we basically invented this during the podcast. I think it could catch on.) It's an illuminating interview, and I REALLY learnt a lot. Thanks Gretchen - and see you at the weekend for the full interview.

Bulletproof's Dave Asprey live in London #64 King of biohacking Dave Asprey was recently in the UK and we recorded a live Zestology podcast in front of a packed-out crowd in East London. But exactly which supplements does the world's best known biohacker take? When I asked Dave this question, he pulled out a bag full of pills, described each one in great detail, and then chugged the lot. Find out exactly what's in his stack and what should be in yours by listening to the podcast here. Also in this podcast we cover: Why travelling on the tube could be seriously bad for your health How to deal with the British weather and always feel warm The most bulletproof alcohol to drink in a London pub What to give your kids (and yourself) for breakfast The top three things you can do to upgrade your performance levels according to Dave So much more

Next time on Zestology: What are the simplest things you can do to upgrade your life? Dave Aprey is the creator of the widely popular (and totally delish) Bulletproof Coffee, host of the #1 health podcast, Bulletproof Radio, and author of the New York Times bestselling book, The Bulletproof Diet. So there was a lot to talk about as we recorded for an episode of Zestology podcast, and you can listen to it right here in two days time. Join Dave Asprey in a live Zestology podcast recording and Q&A, next time on Zestology

Discover the secrets of fat-burning with NYT bestselling author Abel James #63 Discover the secrets of fat-burning this week with one of the biggest podcasters in the health area - Abel James. His sickeningly toned bod makes it onto his podcast image (see below). You'll hear us talking about this I can't blame him, if I looked like that I'm sure I'd whip my shirt off too. His new book The Wild Diet has just made it onto the NYT best-seller list. However this podcast is not just about fat-burning. We talk: How to embrace your inner artist How to stay healthy while traveling the world for 2 years. (Abel just returned from this epic road trip.) What happens when you don't check your email for a whole year. Surprising lessons from living in 12+ states and visiting 20+ countries Why we should all live a bit more like wild animals And loads more.

Next time on Zestology: The awesome Abel James. How to embrace your inner artist Why we should all live a bit more like wild animals What is the wild diet? And loads more.

Longevity would be nice, right? Living longer and being super healthy to really enjoy that long life. Today's Zestology podcast guest Daniel Reid knows all about how to do this. He's a bestselling author on the ancient practices of Taoism, with his book The Tao of Health, Sex and Longevity. I loved this book, so I got in touch with Dan in Byron Bay, Australia and he stayed up late to come on Zestology. He's a colourful character with a huge amount of knowledge, and he's lived a full and fascinating life, as you'll hear. I asked him to pick 5 rules for living a long and healthy life. Follow these 5 rules and as you'll hear you might live to the age of 243.* *Maybe

Next time on Zestology: 5 rules for living a long healthy life. Sounds easy right? But Daniel is one of my favourite authors, and makes an awesome amount of sense. So join us in the next Zestology podcast. Follow these rules and you might live until the age of 243* *Maybe

"Yoga Girl" and Instagrammer Rachel Brathen on life with no filter #61 How much more honest would you be if you lived life with no filters? Today on Zestology: a story that involves travel, romance, meditation and yoga. I interview Rachel Brathen, the New York Times best-selling author, motivational speaker, and international yoga sensation. Perhaps better recognized via her social media handle, "Yoga_Girl". Rachel has over 1.8 million followers on Instagram alone. Yeh, you read right - 1.8 million, basically a small country of insta followers. And on the app where filters are king, she is honest about her life in a no-filters way. (See what I did there?) Coming up Rachel's story, and how she ended up living in paradise (kinda romantic) Being honest, super honest We delve into stress-busting yoga Smooth meditation practices. Dealing with real world problems Er, and doing yoga with a goat on your back. And more...

Next time on Zestology: Instagram sensation (there's no other word for it) Yoga Girl Rachel Brathen. Rachel's story, and how she ended up living in paradise (kinda romantic) Being honest, super honest We delve into stress-busting yoga Smooth meditation practices. Dealing with real world problems Er, and doing yoga with a goat on your back. And more...

Have you recently been agonising over a decision Worrying about the impact the wrong decision might make? Reached a crossroads and you can't figure out the right path? Karan Bajaj is a NYT bestselling author, born in India and living in New York. He's hugely popular and he has found the solution for difficult decisions. If you're on the crossroads in life in anything--love, career, life--use this principle. He says it works every time and he wishes he'd discovered it earlier. What is THE SOLUTION FOR MAKING DIFFICULT DECISIONS? Check out this week's podcast to find out.

Next time on Zestology: What is THE SOLUTION FOR MAKING DIFFICULT DECISIONS? This is a cracking podcast, with something you can use right now to help you! Listen to the trailer and as always check us out on Sunday for the full details.

Matt Formstom is an Australian cyclist who holds a World Record, a World Cup Gold medal, and is a reigning world champion in cycling - while legally blind. He's a totally inspiring individual, and preparing for the Rio 2016 Paralympics. On this podcast. How to deal with stress before a big game/meeting/day How to super-charge your motivation, and find an extra gear? How to live without fear and achieve a bucket load of cool stuff How to be gold-medal standard in whatever you do.

Next time on Zestology: How to deal with stress before a big game/meeting/day How to super-charge your motivation, and find an extra gear? How to live without fear and achieve a bucket load of cool stuff How to be gold-medal standard in whatever you do.

Test, track and improve. This podcast is a lot of fun, with a guy who seriously knows what he is talking about. As you may know, I am an unashamed geek when it comes to tracking stuff. It's really not as tricky as it sounds though. It only takes about 90 seconds a night to track everything (lifestyle factors, supplements, energy levels and sleep quality) on a big old excel spreadsheet. Then, rather than wondering if meditation helps me feel more relaxed, or drinking loads of wine the night before a big day has a negative impact (duh), I have the data to prove it. This movement is known as Quantified Self, and there are some enlightened discoveries being made by people every day. More and more people are tracking every day, using devices like the Jawbone (modelled by yours truly below). Today's Zestology guest is Josh Trent. He is the founder of Wellness Force Radio, he’s been called a “Top 50 Digital Health Influencers of 2015,” and he’s a Quantified Self enthusiast & expert in Fitness Technology. With national accreditation from multiple fitness organizations and over 10 years of experience in the health & fitness industry, Josh is going to dig deep into the quantified self and explain just how to get the most out of those tricky fitness trackers. It's a double-header, we recorded Josh's podcast first, and then Zestology, and so if you enjoy this episode of Zestology do head over to Wellness Force for more.

Next time - Josh Trent. The best apps and gadgets for crushing it in life. This episode is great fun, and seriously practical. Josh knows his stuff!

Jasmina Aganovic is all about challenging conventions ­­ and, even, challenging them in some pretty unconventional ways. Her product line, Mother Dirt, is poised to turn the cosmetics industry upside down, bringing a totally new definition to clean, healthy skin ­­ and, even, cleaning, healthy living. This week Jasmina stopped by for a chat and we dug into what keeping clean and healthy really means. She shared some shocking insights, including why today’s go­to cosmetics are actually doing more harm than good ­­ and, gentlemen, this includes some of your favourite products, too. Tune in and see what it takes to get back that critical balance and keep your skin and your body healthy, happy and balanced. It’s easier than you may think...

Next time on Zestology: What keeping clean and healthy really means for your body. Some shocking insights, including why today’s go-to cosmetics are actually doing more harm than good—and, guys, this includes some of your favourite products, too.

Motivation, achievement and what it takes to endure with ultraendurance man Dean Karnazes #56 The secrets of motivation, from an ultraendurance athlete This week's guest Dean Karnazes does it all—seriously. Not only is he a renowned endurance athlete and accomplished author, but he also works with several Fortune 500 companies all around the world, helping employees transform into elite leaders and managers. Dean is, in a word, impressive. So impressive that TIME named him one of the "Top 100 Most Influential People in the World" and Men's Fitness honored him as one of the fittest men on the planet. Our topic this week? Motivation and achievement. Dean's got it in spades, and so can you. We're chatting nitty gritty, including how he knocked off 50 marathons spanning 50 U.S. states in just 50 days and what it takes to run 350 miles across 80 sleep-free hours. Even if you aren't angling to run a marathon (or run anything for that matter), Dean's got a lot to say on getting and staying motivated no matter what you're up against.

Next time on Zestology: Motivation and achievement. Dean Karnazes has got it in spades, and you can have it too. We’re chatting nitty gritty, including how he knocked off 50 marathons spanning 50 U.S. states in just 50 days and what it takes to run 350 miles across 80 sleep-free hours.

This week, some of the world’s greatest medical mysteries: Does stress really make you grey? Are flip flops bad for your feet? Do piercings help alleviate headaches? Yeh, uh, perhaps not world's greatest, but important stuff, right? This week’s guest, Good Housekeeping beauty editor Sam Escobar, has a lot to say on these topics and then some. Her life, in many ways, sits at that intersection between health and beauty, in a space that practically all of us are chattering about in one way or another. It was lovely to hang out in NYC with Manhattan as a backdrop too. Ready for a listen?

Next time on Zestology: I chat to Good Housekeeping Beauty Editor Sam Escobar about some of the world’s greatest medical mysteries. Does stress really make you grey? Are flip flops bad for your feet? Do piercings help alleviate headaches? Yeh, uh, perhaps not world's greatest, but important stuff, right? See you next time.