Biohacking & HealthSpan

Through my gut healing journey, I’ve learned that the food that I eat makes a huge difference to my health, brain function and energy levels. One of the life-changing pieces of information that came to hand as I began my research was discovering that we are more bacteria than we are human cells. Studies are indicating that using probiotics in a therapeutic manner may promote a gut defence barrier to help normalise intestinal absorbency and stabilise the gut by improving the barrier of the intestine.

So, how do we know which probiotics are right for us? 

Pair cauliflower with cheese, ghee and a few more simple ingredients, you will have a delicious keto meal in front of you in less than 15 minutes.

This paleo brownie recipe is gluten, grain, dairy and sugar free. It contains plenty of nutrients, such as magnesium, potassium, vitamin E, and polyphenols — plus, quality fats from the grass fed ghee which helps to keep you satisfied and stabilises your blood sugars. Each square contains 9g of fibre and 11g protein thanks to the added collagen.

Eating keto doesn’t need to mean giving up all delicious meals. Pancakes are a wonderful weekend treat and here we have a keto friendly option.

Treat yourself and a friend to this delicious chef created paleo meal.

Understand the benefits of MCT Oil. Fatty acids, oils, triglycerides and more. Learn about where MCTs come from, how mct oil helps with weight loss, how to cook with it, how to use it on a ketogenic diet and more fascinating facts.

This simple Italian-fusion keto recipe with ghee takes well under 15 minutes to make and fills you up nicely without being heavy on carbs.

Daikon is an Asian radish, which is usually eaten raw, but in this dish, it acts as noodles and is lightly sautéed to soften the texture and milden the taste.

We’re living in a chronically sleep-deprived world. Research has estimated that just under 40% of Australians are experiencing inadequate sleep. This doesn’t just mean you’re a little more dependent on your morning coffee – poor sleep can have massive impacts on your overall well-being.

There are other factors to consider when it comes to poor sleep, including timing of caffeine, sleep hygiene and regulation of our internal rhythms. But one factor that is often overlooked with sleep quality is what you’re sleeping on. Could sleeping on the floor be the answer to your sleep woes?

I’m guessing you’re here because you’ve heard about the health benefits of grass-fed beef.

If you’re not sure what those are, do yourself a favour and check out this infographic.

Now, you might be wondering, which one of these “grass-fed” steaks in Coles is the healthiest? Or which grass-fed mince from Woolworths should I buy for my spag-bol?

In this article i’ll take out all the guesswork by breaking down:

• The Pasture-fed Cattle Assurance System (PCAS): What it is and why it's important;
• The different grass-fed offerings you’ll find in Coles and Woolworths; and
• How to shop for grass-fed beef at farmers markets/butcheries.

Let’s go!

Struggling for great gift ideas for the biohacker in your life? We’ve put together an OptimOZ Christmas shopping guide so you can upgrade your gift giving this festive season.

Many Australians spend more than 1/3 of their day in front of a screen. Many office workers have an average daily exposure of 11.4 hours. This is out necessity rather than desire. Unfortunately, in our high performance work environments, it’s not something we can easily give up and as a result, we experience eye strain, fatigue and headaches from the constant exposure to UV rays and blue light from our screens. We need to take steps to mitigate the effects.