Biohacking & HealthSpan

Vitamin D and cholesterol are metabolically linked because cholesterol is a key precursor for the skin's synthesis of vitamin D3 when exposed to sunlight.

Cholesterol is a waxy substance found in all cells, essential for producing hormones, vitamin D, and bile acids that aid digestion. While high LDL (bad) cholesterol contributes to plaque buildup in arteries, cholesterol is necessary for many vital functions.

Magnesium may also be the key to unlocking deep, restorative sleep.

Insomnia, restlessness or night craps getting in the way of your sleep? These are signs of a magnesium deficiency.

Chronic stress, busy schedules, and excessive screen time before bed, millions of Australians struggle to get quality shut-eye. However, research continues to support the idea of a simple solution: getting enough of the essential mineral magnesium.

The most frequent stress-related complaints are also prevalent in a magnesium deficient person:

• Fatigue or  Tiredness
• anger or Irritability
• neervousness or Mild anxiety
• Lack of energy or Muscle weakness
• Upset stomach or Gastrointestinal spasms
• Muscle tension or cramps
• Headache

On an April 2024 episode of The Diary of a CEO with Steven Bartlett, Gary discussed a host of interesting biohacking and healthspan ideas, including his daily routine.

The carnivore diet focuses on consuming primarily animal products, emphasising the high intake of wild game or pasture-raised meats while largely excluding plant-based foods. This diet has garnered attention for its potential health benefits, such as improved well-being and satisfaction, but also raises concerns about nutrient deficiencies in areas typically covered by plant foods, like vitamin C and magnesium. To counter these deficiencies, adherents often supplement with vitamins B12, D, and omega-3 fatty acids. While the diet may positively impact metabolic health and diabetes management, it also carries risks related to increased consumption of red meat and its potential effects on cardiovascular health.

It takes 10-15 years or prediabetes before clinical Type 2 diabetes is typically diagnosed. That is to say, it takes years of overconsumption of simple carbs, processed foods combined with a high stress (sympathetic-dominant) lifestyle. It's a long process with plenty of time to intervene using something as simple as 410mg of magnesium a day, before the body (and mind) break down irreversibly.

Akkermansia muciniphila is a beneficial bacteria naturally found in the human gut, playing a vital role in maintaining overall health and wellness. Here’s a closer look at the health impacts associated with this remarkable gut bacteria.

Around 60% of your body’s magnesium is stored in bones, acting as a hidden reserve for times when your body needs it most. This makes getting enough magnesium essential to maintaining strong, dense bones. Here’s why adequate magnesium intake magnesium intake is so important for lifelong bone health.

Adequate magnesium intake is essential for maintaining healthy vitamin D levels, supporting over 300 enzymatic reactions, and preventing a range of health issues, yet nearly half of the population does not meet the recommended daily allowance and many are in need of replenishment therapy.

Cordycepin is a bioactive compound found in Cordyceps, one of the most well know medicinal mushrooms today. It has been studied extensively for its immunomodulatory effects. Here are some significant findings from recent research.

The first sign of magnesium deficiency is neuromuscular hyperexcitability like involuntary twitching of muscles, such as under the eye or on the arm. Learn more about the signs of magnesium deficiency and how to combat it with dietary sources and supplements.