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Parents face ongoing challenges in raising healthy, well-nourished children in a world where sugary temptations lurk around every corner.<\/p>\n
” raw_content_phone=”” raw_content_last_edited=”on|desktop” admin_label=”Text – Fullwidth Leader Text” module_id=”fullwidth-leader-text” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ vertical_offset_tablet=”0″ horizontal_offset_tablet=”0″ z_index_tablet=”500″ box_shadow_horizontal_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_vertical_tablet=”0px” box_shadow_blur_tablet=”40px” box_shadow_spread_tablet=”0px” global_colors_info=”{}”] Regardless, finding a sense of control over our own physiology can be valuable, especially when the external world feels chaotic and beyond our control. However, everyone is different. We know that. While we can strive to biohack, individual biologies will adapt, react, or respond differently. So rather than drinking the proverbial Kool-Aid, consider skipping investing in hydrogen inhalers, electromagnetic gadgets, $1,000\u202fNAD infusions (NMN, as I\u2019ve written about in the past, is the next best thing), and obsessive tracking devices (unless they truly motivate you).<\/p>\n With the new year in full force, here are my top three self-hacks to consider before bumbling down the biohack rabbit hole. They can be achieved by anyone and are simple enough to integrate into your daily routine.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n It seems like everyone and their dog has tried some cleansing in the past. Good news \u2013 you may already be doing it every night without even trying. Sleep is essentially the best way we can detoxify our brain. A\u202fgood night\u2019s sleep of more than six hours supports the prevention of amyloid plaque and other inflammatory accumulations in the brain, which have been associated with neurodegenerative diseases. Getting enough sleep may also extend life and help prevent cardiovascular disease. The best thing about sleep? It\u2019s free and requires very little effort. \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n But if you do need a bit of extra support, I\u2019ve had my patients consider supplements containing a specific compound, 6-methoxybenzoxazolinone (6-MBOA), that is garnering a lot of attention. 6-MBOA can act as a positive regulator of the melatonin system to enhance melatonin and serotonin levels. This can lead to improved sleep quality, reduced cortisol production, and improved mood. But unlike melatonin, it is not a hormone and doesn\u2019t cause daytime drowsiness. The patented form, Maizinol\u00ae<\/sup>, has been clinically proven to enhance the deep sleep stage of sleep and increase restorative sleep. Other self-hack sleep tips include having no phones in bed, avoiding caffeine after noon, limiting your alcohol, and wearing a sleep mask (my personal favorite self-hack).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n What\u2019s most important is to find something that you love doing and that brings you joy. This could be hiking a mountain, dipping into a cold lake (yes, I am referring to cold plunging), or gardening in your own backyard. As an American, you can be prescribed a National Parks pass from your primary health care physician (ND or MD).<\/p>\n Park prescriptions (ParkRx), or a prescription for nature, is a meaningful form of ecotherapy, breaking ground as America\u2019s national, evidence-based nature prescription program. Time in nature has been found to help kids focus better and master motor skills faster, and adults who spend at least two hours in nature each week report significantly better health and well-being. Research also shows that connecting to nature is a powerful way to improve your health, from diabetes and heart disease to anxiety and depression.<\/p>\n People who avoid processed foods and opt for more plant-based ones tend to live longer, healthier lives. But if you\u2019re chronically strict about what and how you eat, you could become deficient in micronutrients, plus it can be isolating. Social eating promotes social connection, which is linked to a reduced risk of heart disease, dementia, stroke, depression, anxiety, and premature death. The mortality impact of being socially disconnected is similar to that caused by smoking up to 15\u202fcigarettes a day. Taking time to eat and choosing local and sustainable options fosters appreciation and gratitude, a true self-hack.<\/p>\n One thing about food that I think is crucial is to get plenty of protein. You don\u2019t absolutely need to consume 1\u202fg of protein per pound of body weight per day to be healthy or to gain muscle. This is far too much for many people, and plenty of scientific evidence supports daily eating of 0.7\u20130.8\u202fg of protein per pound of body weight. Roughly speaking, aim for 30\u202fg with each meal, and supplement with a high-quality whey, vegan, or even collagen protein to help you achieve your optimal number.<\/p>\n Biohacking can be an expensive hobby and may not be the answer to finding shortcuts in life. But it can be motivating, so once you master these four simple self-hacks and are ready to dive deeper, reach out to a naturopathic or functional medical doctor. These professionals can help you individually decide if specific tests or clinically proven treatments will help you reach your optimal potential.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_blurb content_max_width=”750px” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”15px|15px|15px|15px|false|false” custom_padding=”15px|15px|15px|15px|false|false” border_width_all=”1px” border_color_all=”#B3B3B3″ box_shadow_style=”preset2″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Don\u2019t underestimate that quiet, unassuming woman knitting\u202fin the corner\u202f\u2013\u202fespecially not if that woman is you!<\/strong> Research has shown that there\u2019s more benefit to knitting and other forms of crafting than meets the eye. You\u2019re not just getting a sweater or a pair of socks; you\u2019re also improving both your physical and mental health. The latest research shows that creative habits are more worthwhile for your sense of self-expression and achievement than working at a traditional job. \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n According to a CNN\u202fHealth<\/em> report, crafters who participated in a British study reported that they experienced \u201chappiness, life satisfaction, and [a] sense of [their] lives being worthwhile.\u201d Why? Because making art and being creative reduces levels of the stress hormone, cortisol.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Does the craft have to be knitting? No, pick whatever you like, researchers say. The benefits of creativity seem to accrue regardless of your chosen activity. If you aren\u2019t particularly creative but would like to be, here are four steps to take: \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Researchers didn\u2019t find reductions in anxiety or loneliness from crafting in their study. They say this is somewhat surprising and merits further investigation. Still, researchers say the findings strongly argue for introducing arts and crafts as a public health solution for at-risk populations. As Dr.\u202fFrank\u202fClark, a\u202fpsychiatrist who has reviewed the study, states, \u201cCreativity has the power to foster resilience, restoration, and reconciliation. It is a cathartic antidote that can help provide a sense of meaning and purpose for humanity.\u201d<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n<\/span>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" The term \u201cbiohacking\u201d has gained significant attention in popular culture and the clinical health and wellness field. It aims to provide a way to live better using science. Biohacking refers to lifestyle, diet, and supplemental benefits that alter physiological and biological parameters to prolong youth and optimize wellness. 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It aims to provide a way to live better using science. Biohacking refers to lifestyle, diet, and supplemental benefits that alter physiological and biological parameters to prolong youth and optimize wellness. However, these strict and often expensive regimens are unachievable for most.<\/h6>\n
Let\u2019s change the language and learn to self-hack<\/h5>\n
\u25fc\ufe0e Self-hack 1: <\/strong>Master your sleep<\/strong><\/h5>\n
\u25fc\ufe0e <\/strong>Self-hack 2: Move your body in nature<\/strong><\/h5>\n
\u25fc\ufe0e <\/strong>Self-hack 3: Eat good food… with good people<\/strong><\/h5>\n
\u25fc\ufe0e <\/strong>Bonus self-hack: Protein\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/h5>\n
Creativity Linked to\u00a0Happiness \u00a0<\/span><\/h5>\n
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