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    Alternative Health

    The Red Light Report

    The Red Light Report podcast is your number one source for all things red light therapy, hosted by Dr. Mike Belkowski, the founder and CEO of BioLight. Dr. Belkowski discusses the many health-related benefits of properly utilizing red light therapy and explores the best and most recent research related to photobiomodulation (ie, red light therapy). He will also be interviewing some of the most interesting and respected health, wellness, longevity and biohacking experts from around the world. Want to learn even more about red light therapy? Check out these sources: www.biolight.shop – Instagram @biolight.shop – YouTube BioLight

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    Latest Episodes:
    Quality of Methylene Blue is Imperative; Research: Red Light Therapy's Effect on Vitamin D & Blood Glucose Levels Oct 31, 2024

    There are undeniable health benefits when it comes the methylene blue; most notably, its profound impact on the mitochondria. Secondary to that, people are understandably going to be excited and compelled to seek out a methylene blue supplement to start accruing those advantages. And as with any supplement... the quality matters!
    ​​When it comes to the quality of methylene blue for human consumption, it is incredibly imperative. The fact of the matter is that supplements can say that they utilize USP grade methylene blue, yet the lab results still show heavy metals — like mercury, lead and others — can still be higher than what you want to put in your body. I discuss this issue, which is likely more prevalent than we would all like to believe. However, it does verify the high-quality, ultra-pure methylene blue and leucomethylene blue that is sourced for BioBlue products.
    I also cover two very interesting photobiomodulation research articles that look at unique aspects, and potential benefits, of red light therapy that have not been discussed before.The first article looks at osteoporosis in individuals with complete spinal cord injuries. However, the profound takeaway from that study is ​about serum vitamin D levels. The second study sheds light on photobiomodulation's impact on blood glucose levels. If more research can verify what was found, the demand for red light therapy will skyrocket (via pre-diabetics and diabetics).​​
    If you found the information in today's episode particularly interesting and/or compelling, please share it with a family member, friend, colleague and/or anyone that you think could benefit and be illuminated by this knowledge. Sharing is caring :)
    As always, light up your health! - Articles referenced in episode: The Effect of Photobiomodulation on Bone Mineral Density, Serum Vitamin D, and Bone Formation Markers in Individuals with Complete Spinal Cord Injuries with Osteoporosis Light stimulation of mitochondria reduces blood glucose levels - Key Points:

    [0:00] - Introduction to the Episode and Host

    [1:00] - Recap of Recent Guest Interviews

    [2:30] - Upcoming BioLite Pre-Black Friday Sale

    [4:00] - New Product Feedback: Illume Sonic Toothbrush

    [6:00] - Dentist's Perspective on Illume Toothbrush

    [7:30] - Methylene Blue Discussion and Quality Concerns

    [10:00] - Quality Control in Methylene Blue Products

    [15:00] - Importance of Product Sourcing in Biohacking

    [16:30] - Red Light Therapy Dosage vs. Device Power

    [18:30] - The Role of Influencers and Misinformation

    [21:00] - Summary of Correct Dosage for Different Treatments

    [22:15] - Transition to Research on Red Light Therapy and Bone Health

    [22:45] - Introduction to Spinal Cord Injuries and Osteoporosis

    [23:13] - Research on Photobiomodulation for Bone Density Improvement

    [23:42] - Laser Dosage and Bone Sites Targeted in Study

    [25:17] - Outcomes: Impact on Bone Density and Vitamin D

    [26:16] - Photobiomodulation's Potential Influence on Vitamin D

    [26:45] - Mechanism Behind UVB Light and Vitamin D Production

    [27:51] - Future Potential of Light Therapy in Vitamin D Synthesis

    [29:35] - Introduction to Light Therapy for Blood Glucose Management

    [30:18] - Study Protocol for Examining Glucose Levels with Red Light Therapy

    [32:00] - Dosage and Power Levels Used in the Glucose Study

    [34:00] - Shielding and Blinding Methods to Ensure Study Accuracy

    [34:33] - Possible Mechanism for Glucose Reduction through Red Light

    [39:06] - Effects of Red Light on Glucose Spikes Post-Meals

    [39:54] - Practical Advice on Reducing Blood Glucose Spikes

    [41:58] - Summary and Implications of Glucose Reduction

    [42:52] - Potential Benefits for Diabetics and Light Therapy’s Role

    [43:11] - Recap of Research and Key Takeaways from the Episode

    [43:56] - Upcoming Trip and Conference Presentation in Rome

    [44:13] - Closing Remarks and Farewell Message

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    • Grounding products: Earthing.com
    • EMF-mitigating products: Somavedic
    • Blue light-blocking glasses: Ra Optics

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    Biological Dentistry & Wellness Strategies w/ the Grandfather of Biohacking, Dr. Gene Sambataro Oct 24, 2024

    Anytime I have the opportunity to learn from a biological dentist, I'm all in. But couple that base of knowledge with someone that has also been biohacking (and utilizing red light therapy) longer than I've been alive? Now we've got ourself a compelling conversation! Enter Dr. Gene Sambataro, whom has seemingly always been way ahead of the curve, as it relates to both the world of dentistry and biohacking. He was questioning and excluding mercury fillings from his practice decades before his contemporaries and was biohacking far before it was a term. What is he doing today that is ahead of its time?
    In our conversation today, Dr. Sambataro details his path from centralized dentistry en route to the holistic counterpart and why the choice was so apparent to him in a time where is wasn't to virtually any of his contemporaries. As you can imagine, since he was biohacking decades before everyone else, he has accrued many hacks for health that are now also implemented into his biological dentist practice. Along with his professional practice, Dr. Sam is also opening a new wellness center that is focused on performance and longevity. He shares the fun tools and modalities that will be offered at the center.
    From Dr. Sam's bio on his dental practice website: "There are many physicians that report nearly 80% of all illnesses are related to infections, toxicities, and imbalances in the mouth. I choose to focus on biological dentistry because I believe we are at the beginning of a fundamental shift in the practice of dentistry. A transformation that will shift the focus of dental practices away from the emergency treatment of symptoms towards compassionate, comprehensive and preventative biological care that truly embraces the philosophy of Hippocrates: 'First do no harm.' In this type of health-oriented dental practice, Dentists will become patients Primary Care Physicians."
    If you found the information in today's episode with Dr. Sambataro particularly interesting and/or compelling, please share it with a family member, friend, colleague and/or anyone that you think could benefit and be illuminated by this knowledge. Sharing is caring :)
    As always, light up your health!

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    Where to learn more from and about Dr. Gene Sambataro: Juliandentist.com Toxicfreedentistry.com Instagram LinkedIn Book by Dr. Sambataro: Stop The Snore: Dental Solutions for Healthy Sleep - Key Points:

    [00:00] Introduction to Red Light Therapy
    [00:35] Introducing Dr. Gene Sambataro
    [02:05] Dr. Gene's Journey to Biological Dentistry
    [03:15] The Role of Mercury in Dentistry
    [06:26] Holistic Dental Practices
    [07:13] Biohacking and Dentistry
    [11:55] Tools and Modalities for Healing
    [12:40] Parasympathetic State for Healing
    [18:30] Using Objective Measurements in Biohacking
    [20:17] Managing Parasympathetic Drive
    [20:46] Biocharger: Tesla Coil and Frequencies
    [22:13] Using the Biocharger and Other Devices
    [24:37] Cold Therapy and Recovery
    [25:19] Red Light Therapy and HRV Study
    [26:31] Myths About Overtraining and Recovery
    Debunking the "no pain, no gain" mentality and emphasizing the need for recovery.
    [28:34] Over-stressing the Body
    [30:02] Oral Health and Systemic Connections
    [31:10] Oral Systemic Health Explained
    [33:09] Mercury, Periodontal Disease, and TMJ Issues
    [35:20] Dentistry’s Role in Treating Systemic Issues
    [38:52] Lymphatic Issues and Inflammation
    [39:52] Meridians, Energy Flow, and Chronic Fatigue
    [40:52] 3D Cone Beam Imaging in Dentistry
    [40:41] 3D Imaging vs. 2D Panorex for Diagnosing Infections
    [41:15] Wisdom Teeth Extractions and Cavitations
    [42:05] Cone Beam Imaging and Bone Density Analysis
    [43:36] Prophylactic Treatment of Cavitations
    [45:59] 90% Likelihood of Cavitations After Wisdom Teeth Removal
    [47:55] Transitioning to Biological Dentistry
    [53:19] Introduction to the Speaker's New Wellness Center
    [56:39] Wellness Modalities for Healing and Weight Management
    [59:03] Blood Flow Restriction Training
    [1:00:02] Blood Flow Restriction and Joint Protection in Older Populations
    [1:00:56] Avoiding Injuries by Lowering Weight Loads
    [1:01:12] - Introducing Equipment for At-Home Workouts
    [1:02:16] Performance and Longevity Center’s Connection to Biological Dentistry
    [1:03:07] Differences in Health Between the U.S. and Switzerland
    [1:04:03] U.S. Pharmaceutical Advertising and Health Culture
    [1:05:09] Promoting a Health-Conscious Culture
    [1:06:44] Addressing Emotional and Psychological Aspects of Health
    [1:10:23] Modern Technology vs. Declining Longevity
    [1:12:15] Importance of Research and Critical Thinking
    [1:13:09] Conclusion and Contact Information

    - What is the easiest way to impact your health with red light therapy? Your mouth!
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    Dr. Mike's #1 recommendations:

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    • EMF-mitigating products: Somavedic
    • Blue light-blocking glasses: Ra Optics

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    Is Carbon 60 & ESS60 the Most Compelling Longevity Molecule Ever? w/ Chris Burres Oct 17, 2024

    As discussed on this podcast for some time now, carbon 60, commonly known as C60, is part of The Mitochondrial Triad for its many mitochondrial-boosting properties; namely, its ability to mitigate oxidative stress. Today's guest, Chris Burres, is all too familiar with C60, as he is the co-founder of SES Research, which has been producing C60 for industrial purposes since the early '90s. Through some rather serendipitous events, including a 2012 study where SES Research supplied the C60 that ended up extending the lifespan of rats by 90%(!!), Chris and his company found themselves flung into the crazy biohacking and longevity communities that were yearning to have C60 for human consumption.
    In our conversation today, Chris details the mechanisms of how C60 works to improve mitochondrial function (most notably, the B.O.S.S. Theory) and why it could be a key molecule to help humans extend lifespan beyond our current expectations. He also outlines the unfortunate state of the C60 supplement space and how most supplements have a much lower concentration than they claim and that some even have ZERO C60 in their product at all! This is why he has trademarked the term ESS60, which delineates an ultra high purity C60 that is specifically made for human consumption; meaning, if you are purchasing a C60 supplement, then "ESS60" must be in the ingredients list. Otherwise, you can assume it is a subpar product.
    Chris covers other interesting topics, such as how C60 is produced, his perspective on longevity and how long he believes he can live and whether or not immortality is possible, testimonials around ESS60, the upper limit for ESS60 consumption and much more!
    If you found the information in today's episode with Chris particularly interesting and/or compelling, please share it with a family member, friend, colleague and/or anyone that you think could benefit and be illuminated by this knowledge. Sharing is caring :)
    As always, light up your health!

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    Key Points

    [00:00] Introduction to the Red Light Report and guest Chris Burres
    [00:16] Chris Burres' Background and Credentials
    [01:42] The Journey into C60 and ESS60: Origins and Entrepreneurial Story
    [02:35] Collaboration with Dr. Jerome Corsi and the Book "Live Longer and Better"
    [03:23] Chris' Early Entrepreneurial Aspirations and Career Path
    [05:16] Entering the C60 Space: The Early Days of Manufacturing
    [06:45] C60 and the Nobel Prize Connection
    [07:47] The Role of Carbon Nanomaterials in Scientific Advancements
    [09:20] Unique Properties of C60 and Why It Won a Nobel Prize
    [11:11] Fullerenes and the Buckyball: The Chemistry of C60
    [13:09] Quantum Behavior and Industrial Uses of C60
    [14:13] Practical Applications of C60: Inks, Tires, and Solar Cells
    [17:01] Advanced Uses: Endohedral Fullerenes and Cancer Treatment Potential
    [18:00] Transition to Human Consumption: Longevity Research
    [19:30] Study on Toxicity and the Discovery of C60’s Safety for Humans
    [20:30] Difference between sugar molecule and sugar crystal; processing ESS60 for consumption.
    [21:03] Making ESS60 bioavailable by dissolving it in olive oil.
    [21:15] Toxicity study of ESS60 in rats leading to a 90% life extension.
    [22:02] Initial consumer inquiries about how much ESS60 to consume.
    [22:45] Labeling ESS60 as “not for human consumption” in 2013 despite studies showing safety.
    [23:27] Tumor-free rats after consuming ESS60 compared to control group.
    [24:10] Testimonials about knee pain relief (2013-2017), still labeled as "not for human consumption."
    [26:14] Popular YouTube influencer in 2017 led to an increase in customer interest.
    [27:13] ESS60 market concerns: low-quality C60 supplements.
    [29:12] Testing of C60 products revealed most were low in concentration, except for a few.
    [30:19] ESS60 trademark and safe processing of C60 for human consumption.
    [32:08] Manufacturing process: Vaporizing graphite rods to produce ESS60.
    [35:22] Importance of ultra-high vacuuming and solvent washing process.
    [36:52] Dissolving ESS60 in olive oil takes three weeks for optimal concentration.
    [38:25] Scale of C60 molecules compared to cells in the human body.
    [39:08] Role of mitochondria and the typical dosage of ESS60.
    [40:00] Reference to KT boundary and increased concentration of C60 during asteroid event.
    [40:28] Comparing the number of C60 molecules to cells in the body.
    [40:47] Where C60 is found in nature, including space and soot from candles.
    [41:26] How C60 was discovered by Dr. Sir Harold Kroto.
    [42:00] Candle soot containing C60 and how it's processed.
    [42:39] Vaporizing graphite rods to produce ESS60 efficiently.
    [43:07] Discussion on nanotubes and their strength for potential applications.
    [44:14] Concept of a space elevator using nanotubes.
    [45:22] Transition to discussing C60’s mechanism of action in the body.
    [46:08] Role of C60 in life extension and comparison with calorie restriction.
    [46:41] C60’s antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
    [47:22] C60's effectiveness as an antioxidant, stronger than Vitamin C.
    [48:42] The impact of ESS60 on mental focus, energy, and sleep improvement.
    [49:39] C60’s role in buffering oxidative stress in mitochondria.
    [50:11] Theory of C60 acting like a paddy wagon for reactive oxygen species.
    [52:17] Discussion on C60’s effects on glutathione and mitochondrial signaling.
    [54:23] How C60 captures reactive oxygen species without degrading.
    [55:12] Connection between inflammation, mitochondrial dysfunction, and ESS60.
    [55:51] Exploring the synergy between red light therapy, methylene blue, and ESS60.
    [56:57] Methylene blue’s photodynamic properties and its impact on mitochondria.
    [58:06] Mechanism of red light therapy improving ATP production.
    [59:17] Methylene blue’s role in ATP production and its benefits for brain health.
    [1:00:18] C60 and mitochondria optimization
    [1:00:37] Free radicals and oxidative stress cycle
    [1:01:09] Impact of C60 on mitochondrial function
    [1:01:40] Detection of pure carbon 60 with liquid chromatography
    [1:02:04] Discussion on wavelengths and mitochondria research
    [1:02:28] Full light spectrum and nature's effects
    [1:03:01] Doctor Patel and mitochondrial blood test
    [1:03:27] BioBlue and Leuco (methylene blue and leucomethylene blue)
    [1:03:41] Difference between methylene blue and leucomethylene blue
    [1:04:49] Longevity summit and Chris’s experiences with experts
    [1:06:02] Human lifespan limits and expert predictions
    [1:08:14] Medical information doubling and AI’s potential impact
    [1:09:36]Stem cells and their connection to longevity
    [1:12:15] Stem cells from red bone marrow and aging
    [1:14:26] Benefits of ESS60 and head-to-toe testimonials
    [1:16:17] Quick results with ESS60 and customer experiences
    [1:18:08] Long-term effects and customer experiences with ESS60
    [1:19:51] Emotional well-being and testimonials related to quitting smoking
    [1:20:36] Longer emotional fuse and better sleep
    [1:20:53] Link between mitochondria and emotional decisions
    [1:21:07] Upper limit for C60 consumption
    [1:21:35] Toxicity level of C60 compared to olive oil
    [1:22:30] Examples of high C60 consumption
    [1:23:29] Ramping up C60 intake for mitochondrial health
    [1:24:14] Taking C60 to prevent hangovers
    [1:24:55] Anthony Kunkel’s experience with C60 for ultra running
    [1:25:32] C60’s effect on preventing damage during intense exercise
    [1:26:31] Pre-conditioning and dosing strategies for C60
    [1:26:54] C60 consistency and daily saturation
    [1:27:44] Where the future of C60 research is heading
    [1:27:57] Scientific process for validating C60 benefits
    [1:29:03] Upcoming research collaborations and plans
    [1:29:48] Extending life with refined C60 studies
    [1:30:01] New research on C60 reducing inflammation in animals

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    Where to learn more from and about Chris Burres:
    Book published by Chris in 2023: Live Longer and Better Podcast hosted by Chris: Live Beyond the Norms LinkedIn SES Research

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    Dr. Mike's #1 recommendations:

    • Water products: Water & Wellness
    • Grounding products: Earthing.com
    • EMF-mitigating products: Somavedic
    • Blue light-blocking glasses: Ra Optics

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    Biophotonic Technologies, Methylene Blue Hacks, Light & Diet For Longevity w/ David Horinek Oct 10, 2024

    For most of you, today's guest doesn't require much of an introduction, as David Horinek has been on this podcast for four previous conversations! David is a serial entrepreneur, a biophotonic and biomolecular savant and has been an invaluable mentor to me since the early days of BioLight. He is the mastermind behind the anti-aging skincare product and red light therapy synergist, BioCream, and played a major role in bringing the BioBlue line of products to fruition.
    In our conversation today, David and I cover a myriad of topics, including updates on the many technologies and projects he is currently working on (many centered around light), some exciting and novel hacks for methylene blue, various insights into light and diet for optimal health, longevity and frequency-enhanced textiles and much more!
    If you found the information in today's episode with David particularly interesting and/or compelling, please share it with a family member, friend, colleague and/or anyone that you think could benefit and be illuminated by this knowledge. Sharing is caring :)
    As always, light up your health!

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    Key Points

    [00:00] Introduction and Welcoming David Horneck
    [01:15] Methylene Blue and Health Benefits
    [03:01] Oxygen and Cellular Energy Production
    [04:38] Applications in Longevity and Healing
    [06:12] Cosmetic Benefits and Skin Health
    [07:41] Environmental Toxins and Their Impact on Health
    [09:12] David's Approach to Innovation
    [10:47] Holographic Technology and Energy Balancing
    [12:12] Manipulating Frequencies with Holographic Films
    [13:56] Testing and Refining Holographic Products
    [15:21] Developing Specialized Light Therapy Products
    [16:58] Combining Frequency Technology with Light
    [18:14] Potential Use in Cosmetic Industry
    [19:23] Future of Energy Healing
    [20:13] Discussion on Sun Exposure and Testosterone
    [21:02] Mitochondrial Health and the Sun's Wavelengths
    [22:08] Cytochromal Stimulation and Light Therapy
    [23:31] Carnivore Diet and Clean Eating for Longevity
    [25:45] Healthy Fats and Inflammation Reduction
    [26:12] Self-Care and Avoiding the Medical Industry
    [26:50] Methylene Blue and Hydrogen Water Combo
    [29:06] Development of a Skin Product with Methylene Blue
    [33:34] Future Product Development and Innovation
    [35:05] Skin Hydration Benefits from Methylene Blue Mist
    [38:09] Water Purification and the Importance of Clean Water
    [40:24] Focus on Health vs. Social Media
    [40:53] Exercise Hacks and Power Workouts
    [42:01] Impact of Grains on Health
    [42:29] Shilajit and Nutrient-Dense Compounds
    [43:37] Clean Eating and Herbal Extractions
    [45:35] Biohacking, Mitochondria, and Energy
    [48:57] Hydration and Mitochondrial Function
    [50:21] Thoughts on Dairy and Carnivore vs. Vegan Diets
    [52:28] Bone Health and Calcium Misconceptions
    [55:18] Homemade Chocolate Recipe and Health Benefits
    [56:52] Ghee and EZ Water
    [57:43] US Food Regulations vs. Europe
    [58:39] Philosophy on Freedom and Control
    [59:13] Introduction to Frequency Clothing
    [1:00:39] Textiles and Frequency Retention
    [1:01:32] Light and the Pineal Gland
    [1:01:59] Cosmetics and Light Manipulation
    [1:02:35] Micro Lenses and Energy Targeting
    [1:03:11] Frequency Clothing Development
    [1:03:41] Testing Longevity Clothing
    [1:04:11] Cytochromes and Energy in Cells
    [1:04:43] Creating Longevity Frequency Clothing
    [1:05:28] Refractive Index and Light Manipulation
    [1:06:05] Meditation and Information Downloading
    [1:07:24] Packaging Technology for Longevity
    [1:08:16] Kickstarter and Testing Samples
    [1:09:01] Relaxation Light Development
    [1:11:01] EMF Mitigation Strategies
    [1:12:16] Future of EMF Protection and Materials
    [1:14:43] Positive Thinking and Reframing

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    Where to learn more from and about David Horinek: Low Impact

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    For this bundle, you choose one of each: one BioBlue product, one BioC60 product and one red light therapy product and save 20% on the entire order!
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    Dr. Mike's #1 recommendations:

    • Water products: Water & Wellness
    • Grounding products: Earthing.com
    • EMF-mitigating products: Somavedic
    • Blue light-blocking glasses: Ra Optics

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    Taurine & the Mitochondrion: Pt. 2 Oct 03, 2024

    We will continue our journey into uncovering the multitude of mitochondrial-boosting benefits of taurine, where I provide "knowledge snacks" from the textbook, "Taurine and the Mitochondrion: Applications in the Pharmacotherapy of Human Diseases."
    As we learned from last week's episode, taurine has the following research-backed mitochondrial benefits:

    • decreases mitochondrial-mediated reactive oxygen species formation
    • reduces inflammation and oxidative stress
    • enhances the mitochondrial membrane potential
    • improves mitochondrial respiratory efficiency
    • improves mitochondrial energy metabolism
    • lessens mitochondrial permeabilization
    • mitigates the release of cell death mediators
    • helps sequester excess cytoplasmic calcium

    In today's episode, we will review the following topics on taurine and the mitochondria from the aforementioned text book: the cardiovascular system, liver disease, taurine as an anti-aging compound, musculoskeletal disorders, the renal system, the digestive system, the reproductive system and the role of taurine for obesity and improving the quality of adipose tissue.
    If you found the information in today's episode particularly interesting and/or compelling, please share it with a family member, friend, colleague and/or anyone that you think could benefit and be illuminated by this knowledge. Sharing is caring :)
    As always, light up your health! - Book referenced in episode: Taurine and the Mitochondrion: Applications in the Pharmacotherapy of Human Diseases - Key Points:

    [00:00] - Introduction to Red Light Report
    Overview of red light therapy, anti-aging, and mitochondrial health.
    [00:13] - Mitochondrial Triad
    Explanation of red light therapy, methylene blue, and C60.
    [00:45] - Overview of Taurine and Mitochondria
    Introducing the textbook on taurine and its applications in human disease therapy.
    [01:13] - BioLight’s BioBlue Capsules Announcement
    Introduction of BioLight’s new methylene blue and taurine product.
    [02:26] - Taurine-Rich Foods
    A deep dive into dietary sources of taurine, focusing on seafood like scallops, mussels, and clams.
    [04:47] - Taurine and Liver Health
    Taurine’s role in preventing liver fibrosis and supporting liver function.
    [06:07] - Mitochondrial Membrane Potential
    Explanation of the mitochondrial membrane potential and its importance for cellular health.
    [08:40] - Taurine’s Role in Detoxification
    Taurine’s ability to detoxify the liver and protect it from oxidative stress.
    [10:01] - Taurine’s Antioxidative Properties
    How taurine impacts liver fibrosis through its antioxidant and antifibrotic properties.
    [11:09] - Alcohol-Induced Liver Injury
    Taurine’s protective effects on the liver in cases of alcohol-induced damage.
    [13:09] - Taurine and Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
    Mechanisms through which taurine can mitigate non-alcoholic fatty liver disease.
    [14:11] - Taurine as an Anti-Aging Compound
    How taurine’s mitochondrial benefits contribute to anti-aging.
    [19:02] - Taurine and Skeletal Muscle Health
    The impact of taurine depletion on mitochondrial function in muscles and its role in improving muscle energy metabolism.
    [20:17] - Mechanisms of Taurine in Skeletal Muscle
    Taurine's role in skeletal muscle function and recovery
    [21:38] - Calcium and Skeletal Muscle Disorders
    Calcium ion dysregulation in muscle disorders
    [23:25] - Taurine's Cytoprotective Properties
    Mechanisms by which taurine protects skeletal muscles
    [25:31] - Taurine and the Renal System
    Taurine’s protective effects on kidney function
    [27:17] - Taurine’s Impact on Renal Blood Flow
    Taurine’s regulation of renal blood pressure and ischemia-reperfusion injury
    [29:45] - Taurine in the Digestive System
    Taurine’s effects on gut health and microbiome
    [31:19] - Taurine and Gastrointestinal Disorders
    Taurine’s protective role in gastrointestinal conditions like ulcers and colitis
    [33:40] - Taurine’s Role in the Reproductive System
    Protection against xenobiotics in male and female reproductive systems
    [38:23] - Taurine in Obesity and Metabolism
    Taurine’s role in improving insulin resistance and leptin modulation
    [40:37] Mitochondria's Role in Adipocyte Differentiation
    The importance of mitochondria in fat cell differentiation and how they impact oxidative stress, lipolysis, and energy homeostasis.
    [41:05] Mitochondria and Whole-Body Energy Regulation
    The role of adipocyte mitochondria in lipid metabolism, glucose regulation, and energy balance between muscles and fat.
    [41:42] Brown vs. White Adipose Tissue
    Differences between brown and white adipose tissue, including the abundance, size, and function of mitochondria.
    [43:21] Beiging of White Fat
    Methods to turn white fat into beige fat, such as cold water immersion, to increase mitochondrial density and improve metabolic function.
    [44:29] Non-Shivering Thermogenesis and Brown Fat
    How brown and beige adipose tissue use mitochondria to generate heat through non-shivering thermogenesis.
    [45:53] Mitochondrial Dysfunction and Metabolic Disorders
    The link between mitochondrial dysfunction and metabolic disorders like obesity and type 2 diabetes.
    [46:37] Taurine and Mitochondrial Health
    How taurine and other compounds improve mitochondrial function and contribute to metabolic homeostasis.
    [48:04] Taurine’s Effect on Adipose Tissue
    Studies showing taurine’s impact on brown fat, energy expenditure, and fat reduction.
    [50:14] Taurine as an Antioxidant for Mitochondria
    Taurine’s role in protecting mitochondria from oxidative stress and its potential in preventing obesity.
    [51:18] Taurine’s Anti-Obesity Mechanisms
    Taurine's effects on energy expenditure, lipid metabolism, and its anti-inflammatory properties.
    [52:02] Conclusion: Taurine and Mitochondrial Health
    Summary of taurine’s wide-ranging impact on the body, with a focus on mitochondrial health and anti-obesity effects.
    [54:08] Share the Knowledge
    Encouragement to share the taurine and mitochondria information with others to promote natural health improvements.

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    Taurine & the Mitochondrion: Pt. 1 Sep 26, 2024

    I get a little giddy when I come across a novel mitochondrial-boosting strategy; particularly, when its mechanisms of how it impacts the mitochondria aren't redundant with other powerful modalities, such as red light therapy, methylene blue and C60. Of course, it must also be safe, efficacious and backed by research for it to even be a consideration. Well, ladies and gentleman, the amino acid taurine fits that bill to a tee!
    If you're like me, taurine may have a knee-jerk negative connotation due to its association with energy drinks. But if that's the case, I politely ask you to table that association as we head into this episode. The more I have learned about this mysteriously overlooked amino acid, and its science-backed efficacy for improving mitochondrial function in a myriad of way, the more I have gotten excited to report this information to you. Taurine is the real deal!
    In this episode, I will be providing "knowledge snacks" from a textbook I recently read, "Taurine and the Mitochondrion: Applications in the Pharmacotherapy of Human Diseases." The chapters and information covered in part one include the synthesis, dietary sources, and mechanisms of action of taurine; taurine and the mitochondrion; and applications of taurine in the central nervous system disorders linked with mitochondrial impairment. Subsequent parts of this series will cover other diseases and body systems impacted by mitochondrial dysfunction and how taurine may play a pivotal role in mitigating, preventing and/or reversing aforementioned conditions.
    If you found the information in today's episode particularly interesting and/or compelling, please share it with a family member, friend, colleague and/or anyone that you think could benefit and be illuminated by this knowledge. Sharing is caring :)
    As always, light up your health! - Book referenced in episode: Taurine and the Mitochondrion: Applications in the Pharmacotherapy of Human Diseases - Key Points:

    [00:00] - Introduction: Welcome to the Red Light Report.
    [00:13] - Mitochondrial Triad and Happy Autumn Equinox.
    [00:50] - Announcements: Recap of oral health benefits of red and blue light, introduction of Illume toothbrush.
    [01:22] - Illume Toothbrush: Pre-orders fulfilled, benefits of red and blue frequencies for oral health.
    [02:12] - Upcoming: Biological dentists' feedback on Illume toothbrush.
    [02:33] - Today's Topic: Taurine and its role in health.
    [03:05] - Misconceptions about Taurine: Association with energy drinks.
    [04:09] - Taurine's Impact on Mitochondria: Bioenergetic benefits and physiological function.
    [05:11] - Mitochondrial Function: Root cause of chronic diseases and health optimization.
    [06:15] - Taurine and Mitochondria: Chapter overview of taurine's impact on various systems.
    [08:21] - Taurine's Mechanisms: Redundancy across different organ systems.
    [09:45] - Taurine Book Introduction: Overview and authors.
    [11:07] - Taurine Benefits: Impact on various organs and its role in pharmacological processes.
    [12:30] - Taurine Synthesis and Dietary Sources: Differences between species and taurine-rich foods.
    [13:51] - CSD Activity and Taurine Deficiency: Synthesis in humans and food sources like oysters.
    [15:04] - Taurine in Energy-Intensive Organs: Concentrations in the brain, heart, and muscles.
    [16:43] - Mitochondrial Dysfunction: How taurine impacts high-energy organs.
    [18:27] - Taurine's Role in Calcium Homeostasis: Buffering overload and stabilizing mitochondrial function.
    [19:59] - Chapter 2: Taurine's cytoprotective properties in mitochondria.

    [21:18] - Taurine & Mitochondrial Function

    [22:10] - Clarifying Cytochrome C vs Cytochrome C Oxidase

    [23:39] - Taurine & Mitochondrial ATP Production

    [25:53] - Taurine's Role in Cellular Calcium Regulation

    [27:33] - Applications of Taurine in the Central Nervous System

    [28:42] - Excitotoxicity & Neurodegenerative Diseases

    [29:57] - Questioning Nitric Oxide Benefits

    [32:24] - Taurine & Stroke Protection

    [35:11] - Taurine & Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)

    [39:23] - Taurine & Seizures/Epilepsy

    [41:15] - Taurine & Neurodegenerative Disorders

    [42:02] - Introduction to Taurine and Alzheimer's Disease

    [42:16] - Taurine’s Role in Preventing Amyloid Beta Aggregation

    [43:04] - Mitochondrial Impairment in Parkinson's Disease

    [44:07] - Taurine’s Impact on Dopaminergic Neurons

    [45:32] - Taurine’s Potential Role in Huntington’s Disease

    [46:16] - Taurine’s Mitochondrial Benefits in Huntington’s Disease Models

    [47:18] - Excitotoxicity and NMDA Receptor Hyperactivation in Huntington’s Disease

    [48:30] - Taurine's Effect on GABA Levels in Huntington’s Disease

    [50:14] - BioLight Product Announcement: BioBlue Capsules

    [51:12] - Advantages of BioBlue Capsule Version

    [52:05] - Capsule Ingredients: Methylene Blue and Taurine

    [53:18] - Dosage Details for BioBlue Capsules

    [57:03] - Benefits of Methylene Blue and Taurine for Mitochondria

    [58:34 - Coupon Code and Pre-Order Information

    [59:46] - Conclusion and Teaser for Part Two on Taurine

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    Hair Health, Hair Loss Prevention Strategies & Hair Restoration w/ Dr. Alan J. Bauman Sep 19, 2024

    One topic that has been covered relatively sparingly on this podcast throughout the years is hair health. Today's guest, Dr. Alan J. Bauman, has been voted #1 Top Hair Restoration Surgeon in North America, along with countless other accolades, and has also been using red light therapy for hair health both personally and professionally for decades. Considered one of the top experts in his industry, Dr. Bauman shares his journey along with all types of information surrounding hair health and restoration.
    During our conversation, Dr. Bauman details changes in the technology in the hair restoration industry since he entered in '97; shares his insight into red light therapy for hair health and restoration, along with various photobiomodulation he uses for himself and his patients; debunks myths and misconceptions surrounding hair restoration; graying hair and potential treatments; the impact of cosmetics on hair health; newer innovations in the hair restoration space, such as banking hair follicle stem cells; and much more!
    Dr. Alan Bauman is a full-time board-certified hair restoration physician who has treated over 33,000 patients, has performed over 12,000 hair transplant procedures and over 12,000 PRP’s since starting his medical hair loss practice, Bauman Medical in 1997.
    Dr. Bauman is known for pioneering numerous technologies in the field of hair restoration including minimally-invasive FUE Follicular Unit Extraction, VIP|FUE™ No-Shave Hair Transplant, Low-Level Laser Therapy, PRP Platelet Rich Plasma, PDOgro™, Eyelash Transplants and his latest needle-free, pain-free treatment for hair shedding and hair loss, TED (TransEpidermal Delivery).
    Dr. Bauman was voted “#1 Top Hair Restoration Surgeon” in North America by Aesthetic Everything for the 7th consecutive year, “Top Hair Restoration Surgeon of the Decade”, received the 2022 “Lifetime Achievement Award in Hair Restoration”, has been on the ApeToGentlemen list of the World’s Best Hair Transplant Doctors for 4 straight years, and was also recognized by Forbes as one of “10 CEOs Transforming Healthcare in America.”

    If you found the information in today's episode with Dr. Bauman particularly interesting and/or compelling, please share it with a family member, friend, colleague and/or anyone that you think could benefit and be illuminated by this knowledge. Sharing is caring :)
    As always, light up your health!

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    Key Points

    [00:00] Introduction
    Introduction to the podcast and host, Dr. Mike Belkowski, and brief mention of red light therapy.
    [00:18] Guest Introduction
    Introduction of Dr. Alan Bauman, his background, and accomplishments in the field of hair restoration.
    [01:45] Dr. Bauman’s Journey
    Dr. Bauman explains how he transitioned from plastic surgery to hair restoration and his early experiences in the field.
    [03:47] Industry Changes and Innovations
    Discussion on the evolution of hair restoration, from invasive strip harvesting to modern follicular unit extraction (FUE) techniques.
    [05:46] Preventative Hair Loss Treatments
    Overview of the advances in diagnosing hair loss and the importance of preventative treatments to minimize the need for transplants.
    [06:30] Causes of Hair Loss
    Breakdown of genetic, lifestyle, and other factors that contribute to hair loss in men and women.
    [08:02] Red Light Therapy for Hair Health
    Introduction to the role of red light therapy in maintaining hair follicle health and preventing hair loss.
    [09:31] Early Adoption of Red Light Therapy
    Dr. Bauman discusses how he started using red light therapy for hair restoration and its growing acceptance in the medical community.
    [11:23] Mechanism of Red Light Therapy
    Explanation of how red light therapy works at a cellular level to promote hair growth by affecting the mitochondria.
    [13:16] Evolution of Laser Cap Technology
    Discussion on the development of the laser cap for at-home hair regrowth and the differences between high-quality and low-quality devices.
    [14:28] Red Light Therapy vs. Near Infrared
    Comparison between red light and near-infrared light for hair and brain health, highlighting the advantages of red light for scalp treatment.
    [16:13] Red Light Therapy for Healing
    Benefits of red light therapy for post-surgical healing, especially after hair transplants.
    [17:55] Combination Treatments
    Dr. Bauman describes combining red light therapy with other regenerative treatments like platelet-rich plasma (PRP) for enhanced results.
    [18:51] Safety of Laser Caps
    Discussion on the safety concerns of using laser caps for hair growth, addressing issues related to heat and laser vs. LED devices.
    [20:26] - No Side Effects of Laser Therapy Discussion on the safety of laser light therapy, including no known side effects and the impossibility of overuse due to battery constraints.
    [21:06] - Specs of the Bauman Turbo Laser Cap
    Introduction to the Bauman Turbo laser cap, including details of its design, power, diode configuration, and coverage area.
    [23:12] - Dosage and Red Light Therapy
    Effectiveness Overview of the optimal dose for hair restoration using red light therapy, including the importance of mitochondrial function in response.
    [24:48] - Impact of Hair and Skin Color
    A discussion on how hair or skin pigmentation might influence red light therapy effectiveness, with insights into laser hair removal.
    [26:38] - Hair Care and Hair Loss Prevention
    Advice on proactive measures to prevent hair loss, including the impact of styling habits, such as tight braids and extensions, on hair health.
    [28:49] - Nutritional Supplements for Hair Health
    An overview of nutritional approaches to hair health, including supplements like collagen, Nutrafol, and nutraceuticals such as saw palmetto and ashwagandha.
    [29:53] - Advanced Hair Loss Therapies
    Introduction to regenerative treatments like PRP, peptides, exosome therapy, and pharmaceuticals like minoxidil and finasteride for hair loss treatment.
    [30:42] - Misconceptions About Hair Transplants
    Debunking common myths about hair transplants, explaining the natural results, comfort, and effectiveness of modern procedures.
    [32:50] - Gray Hair and Potential Treatments
    Discussion on hair graying and potential treatments, including the exciting research on rapamycin and its potential to promote hair pigmentation.
    [38:06] - Impact of Cosmetics on Hair Health
    The impact of shampoos, conditioners, and other cosmetic products on hair health, and what ingredients to avoid for maintaining healthy hair.
    [40:05] Environmental Impact on Scalp Health
    Discussion of how different environments (humid, dry, etc.) affect scalp health and how often to shampoo based on lifestyle and scalp condition.
    [41:10] Choosing the Right Shampoo
    The importance of matching shampoo strength to scalp type, and the risks of over-cleansing.
    [41:52] The Role of Trichologists
    Introducing trichologists for scalp health assessment and Dr. Bauman’s custom hair care products.
    [43:22] Dr. Bauman’s Personal Hair Care Regimen
    Dr. Bauman shares his personal experience with hair loss and treatments, including laser therapy and minoxidil.
    [44:49] TED Therapy for Hair Loss
    Explanation of TED (Trans-Epidermal Delivery) therapy for delivering growth factors to the scalp.
    [48:57] Banking Hair Follicle Stem Cells
    The process and benefits of hair follicle stem cell banking for future treatments and hair cloning.
    [51:32] How to Learn More About Hair Restoration
    Resources available through Bauman Medical and opportunities to ask questions or schedule consultations.
    [54:47] Time Equals Follicles
    Emphasizing early treatment for hair loss and the importance of preventive care.

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    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/baumanmedical/
    Dr. Bauman’s personal IG: https://www.instagram.com/dralanbauman/
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    • The red light therapy device you are using
    • What you are trying to treat

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    Red Light Therapy & the Mitochondria for Oral Health, Introducing the Illume Toothbrush Sep 12, 2024

    It's time to light up our mouths! In today's episode, we cover research and information centered around the impact of mitochondrial function on oral health and oral diseases along with photobiomodulation research on how red and blue light therapy can impact oral health.
    ​​As we know from our past episodes with biological dentists (shoutout to Dr. Kelly Blodgett and Dr. Dominik Nischwitz), the impact of your oral health is not relegated to just your oral cavity — it literally impacts every system and every organ in your body. Optimizing your oral health may be the easiest and most effective way to improve your systemic health!
    ​​I will also be officially introducing BioLight newest (and potentially most impactful) product to date: the Illume sonic toothbrush! The Illume incorporates red and blue LEDs that allows you to irradiate your teeth, gums and other oral tissues. There are many research-backed benefits of red and blue light for oral health: anti-inflammatory, pro-circulatory, mitochondrial-boosting, anti-bacterial/anti-microbial (i.e. improving oral microbiome), enamel erosion-mitigating, biofilm- and bad breath-reducing and much more!
    If you found the information in today's episode particularly interesting and/or compelling, please share it with a family member, friend, colleague and/or anyone that you think could benefit and be illuminated by this knowledge. Sharing is caring :)
    As always, light up your health! - Key Points:
    [00:00] Introduction to Red Light Therapy & Podcast Overview
    [00:13] Mitochondrial Triad: Red Light Therapy, Methylene Blue, and C60
    [00:36] Special Announcement: BioLight's New Product
    [01:06] Benefits of BioLight's New Device for Daily Use
    [01:21] Upcoming Methylene Blue Product Launch
    [02:09] Addressing Common Issues with Methylene Blue
    [02:49] Previews of the Exciting New Features Coming in September
    [03:03] BioLight Illume: A New Sonic Toothbrush with Red and Blue LEDs
    [03:36] Benefits of Red and Blue Light for Oral Health
    [04:13] Comparison of Illume Toothbrush vs. Guardian+
    [04:40] Features of the BioLite Illume Sonic Toothbrush
    [05:47] Red and Blue Light: Benefits for Oral Microbiome and Health
    [07:07] Oral Health and Systemic Wellness
    [07:33] Introduction to Holistic Dentistry and Upcoming Guests
    [08:22] BioLight Illume: A Tool for Everyday Wellness
    [09:06] Mitochondrial Function and Oral Health: Scientific Insights
    [10:38] The Role of Mitochondria in Oral Health and Disease
    [12:26] Periodontitis: Link to Systemic Diseases
    [13:41] Mitochondrial Dynamics and Oral Health
    [17:40] Mitophagy and Mitochondrial Biogenesis
    [19:58] Oxidative Stress and Mitochondrial Function
    [20:34] Metabolomics and Mitochondrial Dysfunction
    [20:58] Mitochondrial Function in Oral Health
    [23:41] Biological Dentistry & Mitochondria
    [25:20] Benefits of Red Light Therapy for Oral Health
    [27:26] Pre-, During, and Post-Procedure Red Light Therapy
    [29:15] Low-Level Laser Therapy vs. LED Red Light Therapy
    [31:26] Red Light Therapy's Role in Reducing Enamel Erosion
    [34:24] Canker Sore & Orthodontic Treatment Benefits
    [36:46] Antibacterial Effects of Red and Blue Light
    [38:59] Red Light as Preventative Care
    [39:59] Blue Light Therapy for Teeth Whitening & Antimicrobial Effects
    [40:09] Blue Light Therapy Benefits
    [41:02] Summary of Red & Blue Light Therapy
    [42:01] Comparing Guardian+ and Illume Toothbrush
    [43:24] Low and Slow Approach for Illume
    [44:43] Practical Benefits of Red and Blue Light in Toothbrush
    [45:29] Future Conversations on Biological Dentistry
    [46:00] Personal Red Light Therapy Practices
    [47:12] Brightness of Illume Toothbrush
    [47:57] Guardian for Intense Oral Issues
    [49:01] Listener Questions and Future Content
    [49:38] Discount for Illume Toothbrush Pre-Orders
    [50:22] Oral Health and Mitochondrial Health
    - Article referenced in episode: Mitochondrial function in oral health and disease - Introducing the BioLight Illume!
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    Amazing Benefits of Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Injections & Insights Into Red Light Therapy w/ Rahul Desai, MD Sep 05, 2024

    It's not hard to get excited to learn from someone that is so authentically passionate about their areas of expertise and interest. Today's guest and PRP, stems cells and regenerative expert, Dr. Rahul Desai, is a perfect depiction of someone that is impassioned to learn, teach and disseminate information he finds particularly profound to improve one's health and wellness. On top of that, Dr. Desai recently returned from PBM 2024 that was hosted in London in late August, so he provides his synopsis of what he learned from the world leaders in photobiomodulation!
    During our conversation, we cover an array of topics: PRP, stem cells, regenerative medicine, Dr. Desai shares slides of images that clearly demostrate some miraculous healing achieved by regenerative medicine, many red light therapy topics and various biohacking subjects, including Dr. Desai's top biohacks that he integrates into his personal wellness regimen.
    Dr. Rahul Desai is the founder of RestorePDX, specializing in musculoskeletal radiology and interventional joint and spine medicine. Dr. Desai was awarded a full-ride National Merit Scholarship to attend The Ohio State University, where he graduated with honors in Biology and Environmental Sciences. He attended medical school at Medical University of Ohio and completed his radiology training at the University of Toledo Health Sciences Campus. He then completed the prestigious musculoskeletal and spinal intervention fellowship at Mallincrokdt Institute of Radiology at Washington University in St. Louis. Dr. Desai has expanded his musculoskeletal imaging background (educator for MSK ultrasound, diagnostic MRI, CT, Xray, interventional fluoroscopy) in combination with PRP, stem cells and regenerative medicine. He is an internationally recognized expert in this field, including numbers lectures, presentations, and publications.
    If you found the information in today's episode with Dr. Desai particularly interesting and/or compelling, please share it with a family member, friend, colleague and/or anyone that you think could benefit and be illuminated by this knowledge. Sharing is caring :)
    As always, light up your health!

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    Key Points

    [00:00] Introduction
    Welcome to the Red Light Report.
    Dr. Rahul Desai, founder of Restore PDX, is the guest.
    Dr. Desai's background and education are discussed.
    [01:43] Dr. Desai's Origin Story
    Dr. Desai's journey from orthopedics to musculoskeletal radiology.
    Experiences at St. Jude's Hospital and the Medical University of Ohio.
    Development of a practice focused on musculoskeletal imaging and interventions.
    [03:05] Introduction to PRP
    Discovery of PRP as a potential treatment.
    A case study of a patient with a rotator cuff tear.
    Positive results and the subsequent expansion of PRP use in the practice.
    [08:09] Misconceptions about PRP
    Importance of proper platelet concentration.
    The three-legged stool: precision diagnosis, biologics, and delivery.
    The need for a robust healing response.
    [11:32] PRP for Structural Issues
    Potential benefits of PRP for conditions like spinal stenosis.
    The interplay of biomechanics and biochemistry in healing.
    Examples of positive outcomes.
    [16:41] Comparison of PRP and Stem Cells
    PRP as a tissue product and its ease of acquisition.
    Different types of stem cell therapies: same-day and culture-expanded.
    Regulatory considerations and potential risks.
    Cost differences between PRP and stem cell therapies.
    [27:54] PBM Conference
    Dr. Desai's recent attendance at the PBM conference in London.
    Highlights of the conference, including presentations and networking.
    Insights gained into the future of PBM therapy.
    [29:10] Discussion of the benefits of at-home PBM devices.
    [30:32] Personal anecdotes about using PBM for various conditions.
    [31:15] The importance of integrating PBM into a comprehensive wellness regimen.
    [32:25] Challenges in promoting PBM as a mainstream therapy.
    [33:15] The potential for PBM to revolutionize healthcare.
    Visual Aids
    [34:00-35:00:] Presentation of MRI images demonstrating cartilage regeneration in a knee joint.
    [35:00] Discussion of the case and the implications for treating arthritis.
    [36:00] Presentation of MRI images showing healing of an Achilles tendon.
    [37:00] Discussion of the case and the potential for treating tendon injuries.
    Importance of physical therapy alongside regenerative medicine for healing and recovery.
    How physical therapy facilitates healing and recovery.
    Biohacking
    ​​Photobiomodulation (PBM) - morning and night for energy and better sleep.
    Sauna in the morning (190+ degrees) for cardiovascular health and cold plunge for contrast therapy.
    Exercise - HIIT, cardio, weight lifting (using a Tonal gym at home and Peloton).
    Meditation for calming the nervous system and stress management.
    Nutrition - gluten-free, dairy-free, importance of gut microbiome, personalized functional medicine approach.
    Sleep - individual sleep needs are important (Dr. Desai gets 6+ hours).
    Family and community are key aspects of health.
    Interest in tracking the effects of PBM when added to regenerative medicine regimens.

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    Where to learn more from and about Rahul Desai:
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    RestorePDX.com - Introducing: The Red Light Therapy Guide eBook Producing your own red light therapy treatment protocols has never been more accurate, individualized and effortless!In this 130+ page fifth edition of Dr. Mike Belkowski's highly coveted red light therapy eBook resource, you are provided access to the requisite resources that allow you to immediately begin developing your treatment protocols. This ground-breaking paradigm is much more nuanced and accurate than the previous version of the eBook, as every protocol will be specific to:
    • The red light therapy device you are using
    • What you are trying to treat

    Learn more & purchase The Red Light Therapy Guide by clicking here

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    Blending Ayurvedic With Modern Medicine For Optimal Health & the Power of Turmeric & the SuperSpices w/ Dr. Shivani Gupta Aug 29, 2024

    We live in an extraordinary era where information and technology seemingly provides us with endless opportunities, especially in the realm of health and wellness. However, some of the best wellness practices are those that have stood the test of time, harking back to ancient civilizations. Today's guest and Ayurvedic expert, Dr. Shivani Gupta, is the beautiful blend of both worlds, coalescing the wisdom of Eastern and the innovation of Western practices. This leads to an enrapturing and invigorating conversation centered around the best ways to optimize one's health in this modern world.
    We cover countless topics, ranging from specific detox practices for each dosha, the benefits of an Ayurvedic detox, combining Ayurvedic practices with modern medicine, the powerful benefits of turmeric and the Ayurvedic SuperSpices, Pranayama and de-stressing techniques, mind-body practices, the power of gratitude journalling and so much more!
    Dr. Shivani is an Ayurvedic practitioner and expert in fusing Eastern and Western practices that help our bodies achieve equilibrium. She completed her Master’s in Ayurvedic Sciences and her PhD on Turmeric. Inflammation is a root cause for many health issues in our lives and we have the power to overcome it. Her passion is teaching at-home remedies to reduce inflammation naturally will help you enjoy more energy, less brain fog, less pain, and ultimately achieve vibrant health! She is also the founder of Fusionary Formulas, an Ayurvedic company that helps people with inflammation and pain.
    If you found the information in today's episode with Dr. Gupta particularly interesting and/or compelling, please share it with a family member, friend, colleague and/or anyone that you think could benefit and be illuminated by this knowledge. Sharing is caring :)
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    Specific detox practices for each dosha: What are some recommended dietary changes, lifestyle modifications, and herbal remedies for Vata, Pitta, and Kapha individuals during a seasonal detox?

    Benefits of Ayurvedic detox: How can these practices improve digestion, reduce inflammation, enhance energy levels, and support overall health?

    Combining Ayurvedic detox with modern wellness practices: Can Ayurvedic detox be integrated with other popular health trends like intermittent fasting, meditation, or yoga?

    Addressing common concerns about detox: How can we address potential challenges or misconceptions about Ayurvedic detox, such as the fear of feeling unwell during the process?

    Pranayama techniques: Explore specific breathing exercises that can help calm the mind and reduce stress.

    Meditation and mindfulness: Discuss the role of meditation in Ayurvedic stress management.

    The importance of sleep: How does sleep quality impact stress levels and overall well-being?

    Dietary strategies for stress reduction: Are there certain foods or dietary habits that can help mitigate stress?
    Importance of Breath: Deep breathing exercises like box breathing (inhaling for 4 seconds, holding for 4 seconds, exhaling for 4 seconds, holding for 4 seconds) can significantly reduce stress.
    Mind-Body Practices: Meditation and practices like walking meditation in nature can help clear the mind and process emotions.
    Gratitude Practice: Journaling daily to express gratitude for what you have can shift your mindset and reduce stress.


    Fusionary Formulas
    Focus on Inflammation: Their primary products, Turmeric Gold and Inflammation Relief, target chronic inflammation through curcumin and other Ayurvedic herbs.
    Holistic Approach: Dr. Gupta aims to expand her product line to address various needs throughout a woman's life, including sleep support and bone health.
    Discussion Points
    Comparisons with Western Stress Management: Explore how Ayurvedic techniques like box breathing compare to Western relaxation techniques like progressive muscle relaxation.
    Diet and Stress: Discuss the role of specific foods or dietary patterns in managing stress according to Ayurveda.
    Personalized Approach: How can individuals determine the most effective Ayurvedic de-stressing techniques for their unique needs (dosha)?
    Scientific Validation: Discuss the current research on the efficacy of Ayurvedic herbs and practices in managing stress and inflammation.

    - Where to learn more from and about Dr. Shivani Gupta:
    Dr. Gupta's Social Media
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    www.ShivaniGupta.com
    Dr. Gupta's 6-Week Ayurveda Immersion - Fusionary Method
    Free 7-Day Inflammation Detox Challenge
    Fusionary Health Podcast
    YouTube
    Facebook Group - Introducing: The Red Light Therapy Guide eBook Producing your own red light therapy treatment protocols has never been more accurate, individualized and effortless!In this 130+ page fifth edition of Dr. Mike Belkowski's highly coveted red light therapy eBook resource, you are provided access to the requisite resources that allow you to immediately begin developing your treatment protocols. This ground-breaking paradigm is much more nuanced and accurate than the previous version of the eBook, as every protocol will be specific to:
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    • What you are trying to treat

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    The Red Light Therapy Guide: RLT For Athletic/Exercise Performance, Bone & Joint Health, Brain & Cognitive Health Aug 22, 2024

    In today's solosode, we will take a deep dive into three areas of health and how they can benefit from red light therapy:

    • Athletic/exercise performance
    • Bone & joint health
    • Brain & cognitive health

    Per the structure in The Red Light Therapy Guide, with each topic we will discuss the main causes of each disease and how red light therapy can contribute to mitigating, preventing an/or reversing a given malady. Subsequently, we will go over highlights in the scientific research for each topic that will provide further insight into red light therapy's potential impact for a given condition. There is a ton of information covered in today's episode!


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    As always, light up your health! - Key Points:
    Intro (00:00 - 01:01)
    Announcements: BioLite product launch at New York City Fashion Week, upcoming BioBlue product release
    Athletic Performance and Exercise (04:17 - 19:49)
    Synergistic relationship between red light therapy and exercise
    Benefits of red light therapy for exercise:
    Muscle gain and fat loss
    Improved muscular repair
    Prevention of muscular fatigue
    Enhanced muscular strength and endurance
    Increased fat loss response to exercise
    Increased muscular growth response to exercise
    Faster recovery from exercise
    Timing of red light therapy for optimal results: 30-45 minutes prior to exercise
    Dosage recommendations (be aware these might be for lasers):
    20-60 joules for small muscle groups
    60-300 joules for large muscle groups
    Research on red light therapy and exercise performance (brief summaries provided)
    Conclusion: Red light therapy is superior to cryotherapy for exercise recovery
    Bone and Joint Health (19:51 - 30:27)
    Red light therapy for bone healing and joint pain
    Benefits of red light therapy for bones:
    Improved healing and bone formation
    Increased bone growth factors
    Improved blood flow to the healing area
    Reduced inflammation
    Promoted collagen production
    Benefits of red light therapy for joints:
    Reduced inflammation
    Pain relief
    Enhanced healing
    Red light therapy is more advantageous than cryotherapy for exercise recovery (focusing on benefits, not cellular mechanisms)
    Combining red light therapy with exercise is beneficial for osteoarthritis
    Research on red light therapy and bone/joint health (brief summaries provided)
    Conclusion: Red light therapy can reduce pain and improve healing in bones and joints
    Outro (30:27 - end)
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    The Red Light Therapy Guide: Creating RLT Protocols & RLT For Anxiety, Stress & Depression Aug 15, 2024

    We will continue trekking along in the new eBook that I recently released, The Red Light Therapy Guide. In this episode, we will get into the meat and potatoes of my new and vastly improved red light therapy treatment protocol ecosystem. This new format allows anyone with any type of RLT device to easily and accurately produce a nuanced, individualized protocol based on their health and wellness goals.
    Part of the education process of learning about this new protocol ecosystem is about the profound importance of utilizing a third party tested RLT device. I cannot underscore the importance of this, which is why I emphasize it in the eBook in this section of the eBook. There is no way of getting around the significance of using a third party tested device, as one of the two main variables required to produce an effective protocol is light irradiance. Without third party testing, your device likely has an over-inflated light irradiance that will inherently throw off the accuracy of your protocol.
    During the latter part of this episode, we will begin diving into the various health conditions that have been scientifically been proven to be ameliorated via RLT. For each health and wellness condition, we will cover the mechanism(s) of action of how RLT can help improve a given condition and then, secondly, go over snippets of research that demonstrate the benefits of photobiomodulation for a given condition. In today's episode, we will cover the Anxiety, Stress and Depression section.
    If you found the information in today's episode particularly interesting and/or compelling, please share it with a family member, friend, colleague and/or anyone that you think could benefit and be illuminated by this knowledge. Sharing is caring :)
    As always, light up your health! - Key Points
    Chapter 1: Introduction (00:00 - 02:00)
    Brief overview of the video's content and purpose
    Introduction of the red light therapy treatment protocols ecosystem
    Explanation of the ebook's improvements
    Chapter 2: Understanding Light Irradiance (02:00 - 07:00)
    Importance of light irradiance for effective treatment
    Discussion on third-party testing and inaccurate light irradiance measurements
    The concept of dosage over power
    Chapter 3: The Protocol Ecosystem (07:00 - 12:00)
    Introduction to the protocol ecosystem and its components
    How to use the protocol calculator and Google Sheets document
    Importance of accurate light irradiance measurements
    Chapter 4: Red Light Therapy for Anxiety, Stress, and Depression (12:00 - 14:00)
    Mechanisms of action for red light therapy in treating anxiety, stress, and depression
    Relevant research and studies
    Chapter 5: Additional Conditions (14:00 - 20:00)
    Overview of red light therapy benefits for other conditions (to be determined based on full transcript)
    Research and treatment protocols for each condition
    Chapter 6: Conclusion and Next Steps (20:00 - 22:00)
    Summary of key points and benefits of using the protocol ecosystem
    Call to action for viewers to try red light therapy and purchase the ebook
    Chapter 7: Q&A and Additional Information (22:00 - 40:00)
    Address viewer questions and provide additional details about red light therapy - Introducing: The Red Light Therapy Guide eBook Producing your own red light therapy treatment protocols has never been more accurate, individualized and effortless! In this 130+ page fifth edition of Dr. Mike Belkowski's highly coveted red light therapy eBook resource, you are provided access to the requisite resources that allow you to immediately begin developing your treatment protocols. This ground-breaking paradigm is much more nuanced and accurate than the previous version of the eBook, as every protocol will be specific to:

    • The red light therapy device you are using
    • What you are trying to treat

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    The Red Light Therapy Guide: Important Concepts & Considerations Aug 08, 2024

    In case you missed out on yesterday's email and/or social media announcements: the newest edition of my RLT eBook was released! This has been a long time coming and a labor of love. As decent as the previous versions have been (not trying to toot my own horn), the protocols provided in those editions were, more or less, centered around a particular light irradiance. That meant if you had a device with a different light irradiance, you would have to do some clever calculations to recalibrate your RLT treatment protocol. Thankfully, that is no longer the case.
    With this newest eBook that is entitled, The Red Light Guide, you now have access to my innovative RLT Treatment Protocol Ecosystem. This ecosystem essentially allows anyone with any RLT device to develop an science-backed, individualized RLT protocol based on what they are trying to treat. Out with the old rigid protocol paradigm, in with the infinitely versatile ecosystem.
    In today's episode, I begin reading The Red Light Therapy Guide from the very beginning, essentially providing an audiobook version of the eBook. I wade through the Important Concepts and Important Considerations (as it relates to RLT) sections of the eBook, which covers the first ~15 pages of this 130+ page PDF eBook. I will continue reading through this eBook in future solosodes to complete this audio version of the eBook so that you RLT podcast junkies can get your fill of the newest information available. Enjoy!


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    As always, light up your health!

    - Key Points
    Introduction (00:00 - 02:00)
    Red Light vs. Near Infrared Light (02:00 - 04:00)
    Mitochondria and Red Light Therapy (04:00 - 07:00)
    Biphasic Dose Response (07:00 - 08:00)
    Hormesis and Red Light Therapy (08:00 - 09:00)
    Timing of Red Light Therapy Treatments (09:00 - 11:00)
    Treating Multiple Areas (11:00 - 12:00)
    Red Light Therapy Devices (12:00 - 15:00)
    Clinical Applications of Red Light Therapy (15:00 - 20:00)
    Safety and Contraindications (20:00 - 22:00)
    Red Light Therapy Protocols (22:00 - 28:00)
    Future Directions of Red Light Therapy (28:00 - 30:00)
    Q&A and Conclusion (30:00 - 40:00 - Introducing: The Red Light Therapy Guide eBook Producing your own red light therapy treatment protocols has never been more accurate, individualized and effortless! In this 130+ page fifth edition of Dr. Mike Belkowski's highly coveted red light therapy eBook resource, you are provided access to the requisite resources that allow you to immediately begin developing your treatment protocols. This ground-breaking paradigm is much more nuanced and accurate than the previous version of the eBook, as every protocol will be specific to:
    • The red light therapy device you are using
    • What you are trying to treat

    Learn more & purchase The Red Light Therapy Guide by clicking here

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    FAQs: What Does Red Light Therapy Do? Any Contraindications? How to Prepare Skin For RLT? Best Time of Day For RLT? Aug 01, 2024

    This week we're going to engage in another FAQ / Q&A session!
    But before we go there... I am beyond excited to announce an absolutely amazing functional medicine and nutrition symposium in Rome, Italy, where I will be attending and speaking ​on The Mitochondrial Triad! This is the same event where I spoke two years ago and they invited me back again this year. This event is growing tremendously year after year and they are getting people from across the world to gather for this informative and inspirational event. If you want to come hang out with me in Rome and/or learn more about this event, click here.​
    What does red light therapy (RLT) actually do? Is RLT safe for everyone / are there any contraindications? What is the best way to prepare the skin for RLT treatments? What is the best time of the day to utilize RLT? I take a deep dive into all of these questions and hopefully they provide you with some comprehensive insight into RLT thought processes and strategies.
    If you found the information in today's episode particularly interesting and/or compelling, please share it with a family member, friend, colleague and/or anyone that you think could benefit and be illuminated by this knowledge. Sharing is caring :)
    As always, light up your health!

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    Key points:

    00:00 - Introduction and New Podcast Music
    02:12 - Announcement: Speaking at Rome Symposium
    05:18 - Overview of Mitochondrial Triad Talk
    07:23 - Red Light Therapy FAQs: What Does It Do?
    11:05 - Mechanisms of Red Light Therapy
    15:18 - Who Should Use Caution with Red Light Therapy?
    19:43 - How to Best Prepare the Skin for Red Light Therapy
    23:30 - Introduction to BioCream for Red Light Therapy
    27:32 - Morning vs. Evening Red Light Therapy
    31:45 - Circadian Rhythm and Red Light Therapy
    35:20 - Eye Health and Morning Red Light Therapy
    37:45 - Personalizing Red Light Therapy Schedules
    40:12 - Energy Effects of Red Light Therapy
    42:19 - Closing Thoughts and Call for Reviews

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    How to Manage Stress, Hack Work-Life Balance & Optimize Wellness as an Entrepreneur w/ Oat Haus CEO & Co-Founder, Ali Bonar Jul 25, 2024

    The life of a CEO can be beyond crazy, hectic, stressful, rewarding, empowering, creative, fulfilling, chaotic.... let's just call it an emotional roller coaster! As we learned from Don Bailey (CEO of BlockBusters Tech) a couple of weeks ago, adding some mitochondrial hacks, such as red light therapy and methylene blue, significantly moved the needle in the focus and creativity departments for him. And while today's guest, Ali Bonar, whom is the CEO and co-founder of Oat Haus (yes, that nom nom granola butter that became famous on Shark Tank!), implements both RLT and MB into her wellness regimen, she happily imparts other strategies and insights that help her to stay sane and grounded whilst running a hyper-successful company. It is an amazing story with her beginning a company in her parent's garage and, in due course, winds up with her products in Target!
    As you may imagine, the origin story of Oat Haus begins well before she started the company in that garage. Many years prior to that, Ali was facing nutritional "information overload" that placed internal pressure on her to eat perfectly all the time, which caused food to become very rigid & stressful. Ultimately, she developed an eating disorder that spanned over 10 years.
    Eventually, Ali retrained herself to have fun with food. With the support of her therapist and those who shared their own journeys with her along the way, Ali dedicated herself to helping others feel less alone. In recovery, she re-introduced nuts into her diet (something she had previously restricted for years), but her stomach couldn’t tolerate them. While repairing her gut, she searched high and low for a healthy and delicious nut-free spread. Nothing resonated with her, so she decided to create her own, and the world's first oat-based spread — Granola Butter® — was born.
    If you found the information in today's episode with Ali particularly interesting and/or compelling, please share it with a family member, friend, colleague and/or anyone that you think could benefit and be illuminated by this knowledge. Sharing is caring :)
    As always, light up your health!

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    Key points:

    • Introduction to Ali Bonar - 00:00:00 - 00:01:09
    • Ali's Red Light Therapy and Business Beginnings - 00:01:09 - 00:04:50
    • Growth and Food Philosophy of Oat Haus - 00:04:50 - 00:07:01
    • Shark Tank Experience and Entrepreneurial Perseverance - 00:07:01 - 00:13:07
    • Ali's Recognition and Entrepreneurial Traits - 00:13:07 - 00:18:46
    • Confidence and Challenges in Entrepreneurship - 00:21:14 - 00:23:23
    • Mental Health and Work-Life Balance - 00:23:23 - 00:24:32
    • Daily Practices and Personal Time - 00:24:32 - 00:27:07
    • Incorporating Movement into Daily Routines - 00:27:07 - 00:28:05
    • Stress Management Techniques - 00:28:05 - 00:29:06
    • Wellness Routines and Intermittent Fasting - 00:29:06 - 00:31:28
    • Constant Movement for Health - 00:31:28 - 00:34:52
    • Managing Stress and Staying Grounded - 00:34:52 - 00:38:11
    • Effects of Red Light Therapy - 00:38:11 - 00:40:25
    • Benefits and Integration of Methylene Blue - 00:40:25 - 00:42:47
    • Flavor Development and Customer Feedback - 00:42:47 - 00:45:01
    • Product Development Process - 00:45:01 - 00:48:48
    • Closing Remarks and Contact Information - 00:48:48 - 00:51:04
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    Research: Red Light Therapy via the Brain & Gut For Reduced Stress, Methylene Blue to Reduce Mortality, and a New Regulatory Study on C60 Jul 18, 2024

    How effective is red light therapy for reducing stress when you irradiate both your brain and your gut?
    Can methylene blue reduce mortality in those critically ill?
    How safe and effect is C60 according to a recent toxicity report?​​​​
    In today's solosode, we're diving back into the research! And it ended up being a sheer coincidence that we're covering each topic of The Mitochondrial Triad. The first article looks at how beneficial photobiomodulation can be for reducing stress when you target both the brain and the gut to enhance mental health via the gut-brain axis. The second article is an abstract of a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials that demonstrates the efficacy and safety of methylene blue for critically ill individuals and perioperative patients. The last study comes from our friends at SES Research where they are studying the toxicity of carbon 60 to verify its safety and efficacy. With C60 being such a new supplement for human consumption, SES Research is going through the necessary and proper steps to demonstrate the safety of this novel and seemingly beneficial molecule. Hopefully, studies like this will help C60 become more widely adopted so that more people can benefit from it.
    If you found the information in today's episode particularly interesting and/or compelling, please share it with a family member, friend, colleague and/or anyone that you think could benefit and be illuminated by this knowledge. Sharing is caring :)
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    Key points:

    Product Announcement - 00:01:26 - 00:02:11

    Summer in Montana and Outdoor Activities - 00:02:11 - 00:03:04

    Red Light Therapy for Mitochondrial and Mental Health - 00:03:04 - 00:04:08

    Brain-Gut Photobiomodulation and Stress-Induced Cognitive Changes - 00:04:08 - 00:07:29

    Combining Brain and Gut Photobiomodulation - 00:07:29 - 00:08:50

    Regular Red Light Therapy for Enhanced Health - 00:08:50 - 00:12:27

    Full Body Devices and Systemic Treatment - 00:16:42 - 00:17:45

    Photobiomodulation Benefits and Disease Prevention - 00:17:45 - 00:21:24

    Methylene Blue for Critically Ill Patients - 00:22:14 - 00:27:56

    Introduction to C60 (Carbon 60) - 00:27:56 - 00:31:27

    Safety Studies on Pure C60 - 00:31:27 - 00:33:44

    Recent Study on C60 in Rats - 00:33:44 - 00:37:18

    Importance of High-Quality C60 Products - 00:37:18 - 00:42:42

    Testing and Benefits of High-Purity C60 - 00:42:42 - 00:48:54

    - Articles referenced in episode:
    Brain–gut photobiomodulation restores cognitive alterations in chronically stressed mice through the regulation of Sirt1 and neuroinflammation Methylene Blue Reduces Mortality in Critically Ill and Perioperative Patients: A Meta-Analysis of Randomized Trials
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    How Red Light Therapy, Methylene Blue & C60 Can Change Your Energy & Outlook on Life w/ Don Bailey Jul 11, 2024

    I'm excited to finally start some "fireside chats" with people that are willing to share their experiences — good, bad, or otherwise — about implementing red light therapy and/or methylene blue and/or C60 into their health regimen and what they noticed. That first person happens to be a (now) very good friend of mine, Don Bailey, whom I only met in-person back in December. In a nutshell, today's episode is a conversation about his experience implementing The Mitochondrial Triad and how it changed his life.
    ​​Don and I crossed paths due to our mutual interest in the blockchain/crypto/web3 spaces. He is personally the CEO of an up-and-coming blockchain company that emphasizes tokenization; a job, as you can imagine, that requires non-stop focus, creativity, high energy, problem solving, etc. and, of course, a lot of time spent in front of a computer screen.
    ​​After we went our separate ways in December, Don eventually reached out to me about what he should do to improve his overall energy and focus. Naturally, I highly recommended full-body red light therapy and methylene blue as the two most low hanging fruit. Over the course of the subsequent months, Don went on to trial various red light therapy devices and all of the BioBlue and BioC60 supplements.
    ​​His case is very unique in that there were durations of time between his implementation of each modality; thus, he got to experience how only red light therapy impacted his health and energy; then he got to see how BioBlue further augmented his health and wellness; subsequently, he got to witness how his body and brain responded differently with BioBlue Leuco and so on. This candid conversation is a fantastic encapsulation of how any one of the pillars of The Mitochondrial Triad can transform your health, wellness and outlook on life.
    If you found the information in today's episode with Don particularly interesting and/or compelling, please share it with a family member, friend, colleague and/or anyone that you think could benefit and be illuminated by this knowledge. Sharing is caring :)
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    Key Points:

    Introduction and Guest Overview (00:00:18:00 - 00:01:27:18)

    Don Bailey's Background (00:01:27:18 - 00:02:49:14)

    First Meeting and Red Light Therapy Benefits (00:02:49:14 - 00:05:12:01)

    Red Light Therapy for Athletic Activities (00:05:12:03 - 00:05:38:12)

    Methylene Blue in Daily Routine (00:05:38:12 - 00:09:17:23)

    Energy and Productivity Boost from New Products (00:09:17:24 - 00:15:00:22)

    Comparing Lucho and BioBlue (00:15:44:02 - 00:22:21:12)

    BioC60 and Weight Loss (00:22:21:14 - 00:26:10:09)

    Modern Lifestyle Solutions (00:26:10:09 - 00:30:15:17)

    Increased Activity and Pain Reduction (00:30:15:17 - 00:32:19:21)

    Benefits of Methylene Blue and Red Light Therapy (00:32:19:23 - 00:37:34:18)

    Methylene Blue for Seasonal Sickness (00:37:34:20 - 00:40:29:07)

    Improving Self with Key Products (00:40:29:07 - 00:43:05:13)

    Real-life Experiences and Conversations (00:43:05:15 - 00:45:40:21)

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    Understanding Ancient Wisdom & Evolution to Enhance Wellbeing in the Modern World w/ Jenny Powers, PhD Jul 05, 2024

    "In effect, humans have dragged a body with a long hominid history into an overfed, malnourished, sedentary, sunlight-deficient, sleep-deprived, competitive, inequitable, and socially isolating environment with dire consequences." That quote from the book, On the Origin of Being, perfectly encapsulates the evolutionary mismatch of today's population in the modern world; an environment where everything is changing faster than our genes and physiology can keep up with! Luckily, today's guest, Jenny Powers, is one of the author's of that book, which was just released within the last couple of weeks. Jenny spent over three years researching information for the book that perfectly depicts our evolutionary and anthropological history of our hominid ancestors from which we can learn from their way of life. It's clear that we have forgotten how to live according to our evolutionary physiology.
    Jenny Powers is an accomplished writer, scientist, and athlete. She earned her Ph.D. in microbiology and immunology from the University of Colorado, Denver; her journey as a collegiate basketball player taught her to push physical boundaries even as she continually expanded her intellectual horizons. She is deeply inspired by the exploration of human nature and the study of our ancestors; her role researching and co-authoring On the Origin of Being marks the culmination of this passion to date. Jenny balances her professional endeavors with her roles as a wife and mother in Colorado.
    In today's conversation, Jenny and I take a deep dive into some of the fascinating and insightful information that is covered in her book, On the Origin of Being. Not only is this historical perspective on how "we" used to live truly captivating, but it also leaves a trail of clues as to how all of us could improve our sleep, nutrition, work and rest, and time spent in nature or observing the natural world to optimize our quality of life in the modern world. Jenny's passion and intellect on these various topics come through during our conversation today. As we just scratch the surface, I highly recommend you check out the book and take a deep dive for yourself!
    I hope you enjoy the conversation today with Jenny. Please share this episode with family, friends and colleagues if you find the content especially interesting and/or impactful.
    As always, learn lots and light up your health! - Key points:

    Introduction and Guest Introduction (00:00:18:00 - 00:00:38:24)

    Book Overview and Author Background (00:00:39:01 - 00:01:48:11)

    Book Release Date and Transition to Writing (00:01:48:13 - 00:02:51:08)

    Research Process and Book Themes (00:02:51:10 - 00:05:56:15)

    Impact of Evolutionary Mismatches (00:05:56:15 - 00:07:59:17)

    Adapting Modern Life with Ancestral Knowledge (00:07:59:19 - 00:11:02:14)

    Importance of Sleep and Circadian Rhythms (00:11:02:20 - 00:17:45:01)

    Rest, Recovery, and Connecting with Nature (00:17:45:07 - 00:22:06:07)

    Benefits of Nature Exposure (00:22:06:09 - 00:24:59:07)

    Community and Social Connections (00:24:59:09 - 00:26:52:08)

    Biohacking and Sleep Optimization Strategies (00:27:05:19 - 00:32:51:18)

    Nutrition, Evolution, and Personal Dietary Changes (00:32:51:18 - 00:45:17:02)

    Addressing Dietary Choices and Unity (00:45:21:05 - 00:45:47:01)

    Nutrigenomics and Epigenetics Advances (00:45:47:03 - 00:47:01:16)

    Modern Lifestyle Impact on Health (00:47:01:19 - 00:51:34:04)

    Work-Life Balance and Mindfulness (00:51:34:05 - 00:57:18:21)

    Nature and Mental Health Benefits (00:57:18:23 - 01:04:23:05)

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    Busting Common Red Light Therapy Myths & Misconceptions via FAQs Jun 27, 2024

    As we're approaching the dog days of summer, it seemed like it would be nice to take a break from the deep science of photobiomodulation research and take some FAQs surrounding red light therapy. Chances are that if you have that question, thousands of other people have that same question. Also, as long as I've been deeply entrenched in the red light therapy space, it seems like the same misinformation is being propagated year after year after year. I felt like it would be nice to clear the air on some of these topics.
    Some of the myths, misconceptions and FAQs covered in this episode are surrounding whether or not RLT is a gimmick/snake oils pitch and if it is thoroughly backed by scientific research, if someone should be using RLT for 20 - 30 minutes every single day in order to realize benefits, whether or not you should be combining infrared sauna and red light therapy and whether or not RLT is safe for eyes and if one should always be covering their eyes during RLT sessions.
    If you found the information in today's episode particularly interesting and/or compelling, please share it with a family member, friend, colleague and/or anyone that you think could benefit and be illuminated by this knowledge. Sharing is caring :)
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    Key points:

    Welcome to the Red Light Report - 00:00:00 - 00:00:26

    Exploring Today's Focus: Facts and Myths - 00:00:26 - 00:00:49

    Updates on Social Media Content Expansion - 00:00:49 - 00:02:18

    Exciting News: Upcoming Interviews and Product Releases - 00:02:18 - 00:03:32

    The Science Behind Red Light Therapy - 00:03:32 - 00:10:07

    Growing Research: Nearly 10,000 Studies - 00:10:07 - 00:13:02

    Understanding Device Light Irradiance and Testing - 00:13:02 - 00:17:31

    Effective Usage Frequency for Optimal Results - 00:17:52 - 00:19:35

    Why Longer Sessions Aren't Always Better - 00:19:36 - 00:22:12

    Combining Infrared Sauna and Red Light Therapy - 00:22:12 - 00:22:43

    Separate Benefits of Infrared Saunas and Red Light Therapy - 00:22:43 - 00:27:55

    Ensuring Eye Safety with Red Light Therapy - 00:27:55 - 00:33:17

    Mitochondria, Feedback, and Enjoying the Summer - 00:33:17 - 00:36:41

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    Research: Red Light Therapy & Mitochondrial Dynamics; Methylene Blue For Prevention & Treatment of COVID-19 Jun 20, 2024

    At this point, hopefully you're a fan of the mitochondria, red light therapy and methylene blue... because we'll be digging into those topics today!
    The first article looks at red light therapy's impact on mitochondrial dynamics. Some of this may be review, but it's all part of putting the pieces of the puzzle together in this RLT-mitochondria waltz. I continue to be awestruck at the vast potential and efficacious results that can be accomplished with red and near-infrared light.
    The second article reviews the impact of methylene blue on COVID-19. Lo and behold, MB is a very powerful anti-viral so we know what the punchline is going to be with SARS-CoV-2. But the review still reveals the many potential mechanisms of action of how MB works to fight off COVID-19 and also provides many clinical studies that had profound results with MB (by itself or when combined with other molecules). Personally, MB is the first line of defense whenever I feel the slightest twinge of my body coming down with a sickness; MB works to completely disallow the sickness from ever manifesting or it helps drastically shorten the course of the virus. ​​​
    If you found the information in today's episode particularly interesting and/or compelling, please share it with a family member, friend, colleague and/or anyone that you think could benefit and be illuminated by this knowledge. Sharing is caring :)
    As always, light up your health! - Key points: Introduction & Announcements 00:00:00 - 00:01:22 Interview Feedback & Today's Topics 00:01:22 - 00:02:06 Photobiomodulation & Mitochondrial Dynamics 00:02:06 - 00:09:22 Mitochondrial Dynamics & Disease 00:09:22 - 00:14:07 Photobiomodulation Benefits & Applications 00:17:47 - 00:28:25 Mitochondrial Health & Red Light Therapy 00:28:25 - 00:30:53 Methylene Blue for COVID-19 00:32:13 - 00:38:31 Methylene Blue Medical History & Research 00:38:31 - 00:42:35 Clinical Studies & Benefits of Methylene Blue 00:42:35 - 00:50:32 Ongoing Research & Trials for Methylene Blue 00:50:32 - 00:54:48 Personal Experience with Methylene Blue 00:54:48 - 00:57:30

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    Does photobiomodulation alter mitochondrial dynamics? Application of methylene blue for the prevention and treatment of COVID-19: A narrative review - Check out BioLight's most popular Bundle: The Mitochondrial Triad Bundle You simply pick one type of BioBlue, one type of BioC60 and one red light therapy device.... and save 20% on the entire purchase!
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    Biohacking Sleep, Travel, Stress & Healthspan w/ Kris Gethin Jun 13, 2024

    Add the following ingredients: bodybuilder turned transformation expert turned biohacker turned healthspan and longevity expert... when you properly mix those constituents together, you get an amazing and insightful conversation with today's guest, Kris Gethin. And Kris can back up what he preaches with a biological age of 26 when he is currently knocking on the door of 50!
    Kris Gethin is the world's most recognized transformation expert. With over 150 MILLION users of his transformation programs, nobody can dispute Kris' unrivaled authority of helping people transform their body no matter their circumstances. He has been voted the world's No. 1 Transformation Expert, TWICE! Kris has also recently co-founded and launched his own supplement brand, Unmatched, which, admittedly, are the cleanest and most innovative workout supplements I have ever seen.
    In today's conversation, Kris and I cover endless subjects from his top transformation tips to the importance of hydration and being present to Kris's experience with red light therapy and methylene blue to why he co-founded a new supplement company that just launched (Unmatched) to his biohacking traveling tips and much more.
    Like most people at the top of their industry (and in Kris's case, the top of multiple industries), schedules are undoubtedly hectic and time is invaluable. But ever since I met Kris and have been communicating with him over the months, he has been nothing short of gracious and generous with his time. You can tell from his voice that he comes from a place of altruism and authenticity and, last but not least, he is a wealth of knowledge in countless health and wellness topics.
    I hope you enjoy the conversation today with Kris. Please share this episode with family, friends and colleagues if you find the content especially interesting and/or impactful.

    As always, learn lots and light up your health!

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    Key points:

    • Introduction of Kris Gethin and Innovations 00:18 - 01:01
    • Kris Gethin’s Background and Expertise 01:17 - 02:01
    • Early Life and Career Transition 02:01 - 03:06
    • Career Highlights and Retirement 03:06 - 03:50
    • Health Improvements Post Diagnosis 03:50 - 04:47
    • Merge of Aesthetics and Health Awareness 04:47 - 05:08
    • Emphasis on Sleep and Hydration 05:08 - 07:13
    • Tips for Better Sleep and Health 07:13 - 09:00
    • Detailed Sleep Tips and BioBlue Calm 09:00 - 12:14
    • Biohacking Trends and Fundamentals 12:14 - 14:37
    • Combining Wisdom with Modern Technology 14:37 - 18:30
    • Various Biohacks and Consistency 18:30 - 21:37
    • Improvement in Sleep Patterns 21:37 - 22:08
    • Detox and Meditation Benefits 22:08 - 23:27
    • Current Meditation Practices and Devices 23:27 - 25:54
    • Ice Baths and Red Light Therapy Benefits 25:54 - 28:18
    • Red Light Therapy and Peptides 28:18 - 31:11
    • Overview of Peptides and Regulations 31:11 - 35:11
    • BPC-157 Use and Training Approach 35:11 - 36:45
    • Experience in Supplement Industry 36:45 - 39:14
    • Benefits of Creatine 39:14 - 43:10
    • Essential Amino Acids and Antioxidants 43:10 - 45:16
    • Insights on Hydration and Mitochondrial Function 45:16 - 48:14
    • Strategies for Inflammation and EMF Exposure 48:14 - 52:05
    • Optimizing Travel and Hydration Tips 52:05 - 54:43
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    Interdimensional Medicine: How Frequencies Impact the Mind, Body & Soul w/ Geoffrey Montague-Smith Jun 06, 2024

    The more I learn about frequency and energy medicine, the greater the appreciation and wonderment I have for its expansive potential for health and wellness. There may be no one more entrenched in learning, treating and spearheading energy medicine than today's guest, Geoffrey Montague-Smith.
    Geoffrey is an expert in sound therapy and is responsible for developing Holosonic Sound Therapy method to its current level. He works with an understanding of how frequencies can impact the body, mind and soul. He has developed his method of Interdimensional Medicine over many years.
    In today's conversation, Geoffrey enlightens the listeners on a myriad of energetic and frequency topics ranging from Holosonic Sound Therapy that includes his nuanced way of harnessing tuning forks for assessment and treatment, Electro-acupuncture for assessing and treating blockages, Interdimensional Medicine that treats both the physical body and the "light" body, understanding the impact of "generational taint" and how that can affect one's mental and physical health and so much more. Not only is Geoffrey a brilliant mind and practitioner, but he is an absolute dynamo teacher and impeccable at articulating his knowledge.
    Geoffrey founded the Atman Clinic in 1995 as a centre of excellence for Holistic Osteopathic Medicine. Geoffrey’s unique holistic approach to his patients’ health means that although he is operating in an evidence based profession, he realizes the importance of a good connection to the more subtle levels of being. As a result of this philosophy his treatment often combines advanced osteopathic techniques with bio-resonance, vibrational medicine and spiritual psychotherapeutics for the treatment of a wide variety of conditions often succeeding where allopathic medicine may have failed.
    I hope you enjoy the conversation today with Geoffrey. Please share this episode with family, friends and colleagues if you find the content especially interesting and/or impactful.

    As always, learn lots and light up your health!

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    Guest Background (00:00:30):

    • Geoffrey founded the Admin Clinic in 1995 in London, specializing in holistic osteopathic medicine.

    Geoffrey’s Approach (00:00:50):

    • Combines osteopathic techniques with bioresonance, vibrational medicine, and spiritual psychotherapeutics.

    Geoffrey’s Journey (00:02:24):

    • Inspired by his father's osteopathy experience.
    • Graduated in 1989, met Peter Goldman, expanded understanding of energy fields.

    Significant Experiences (00:04:35):

    • Witnessed a friend's essence leaving his body, exploring energy healing.

    Sound Therapy Development (00:05:18):

    • Developed Hollow Sonic Sound Therapy with Peter Goldman.

    Interdimensional Medicine (00:06:56):

    • Integrates physical and subtle aspects of health, focusing on the energy field and chakras.

    Energy Healing (00:09:34):

    • Blockages in the energy field hinder physical healing; coherence restoration is key.

    Connecting Perspectives (00:13:07):

    • Links Hydrate Summit topics to mitochondrial health and red light therapy.

    Geoffrey’s Explanation (00:14:46):

    • Mitochondria are crucial for cellular function, influenced by the energy field.

    Holistic Healing (00:22:37):

    • Addressing energy field blockages can lead to holistic healing.

    Ancestral Insights (00:24:17):

    • Awareness of ancestral blockages improves health.

    Early Intervention (00:29:27):

    • Addressing generational issues early improves health; importance of nutrient-rich foods.

    Nutrition and Ancestry (00:30:58):

    • Modern food supply impacts nutritional quality; grandparents' influence is significant.

    Preconception Care (00:32:00):

    • Eliminating transgenerational blocks is crucial for healthy conception.

    Family Health Case Studies (00:33:16):

    • Family secrets affect health; tuning forks used for diagnosis and treatment.

    Sound Therapy Mechanics (00:36:05):

    • Tuning forks clear static energy in the biofield.

    Harmonic Fifths (00:38:46):

    • Restoring bioenergetic communication using harmonic fifths.

    Teaching Sound Therapy (00:40:17):

    • Method is teachable; workshops available.

    Holistic Approach (00:42:57):

    • Different sound therapy methods; prescriptive use of frequencies.

    Water Phases (00:44:08):

    • Discussion on water's phases and links to sound therapy.

    Remote Healing (00:49:18):

    • Remote sessions possible but in-person is better for feedback.

    Practitioner Network (00:52:06):

    • Plans to create a network of practitioners; teaching sessions in California.

    Self-Healing Tuning Forks (00:53:05):

    • Using specific frequencies for self-healing; quality of forks is important.

    Meridian Testing (00:54:10):

    • Testing correlates with field dissonance; combines remedies and frequencies.

    Balanced Lifestyle (00:55:55):

    • Importance of balance and enjoying life.

    Water Structuring (01:06:00):

    • Impact of water structuring on health and frequencies.

    Hydrate Summit Reflection (01:08:21):

    • Insights and learning from the summit.
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    Redox Biology & Introducing BioBlue Calm May 30, 2024

    I always like learning about topics that can directly or indirectly affect mitochondrial function. At the end of the day, those are other potential strategies for optimizing mitochondrial health and the root cause of health, wellness and longevity. Redox biology fits that to a tee, meaning if you can improve your internal redox signaling you will inherently improve your mitochondrial function. I like that!
    We will gain a nice overview of exactly what redox is, why it matters and how it impacts all aspects of health. We will turn to Dr. Lee Ostler's book, Redox Matters, to learn the highlights of redox biology and signaling and why it is undoubtedly a foundational aspect of all health and wellness (which should be no surprise given its entanglement with mitochondrial function).
    For the second part of the episode I will introduce BioLight's fourth version of BioBlue, which certainly lives up to its name: BioBlue Calm. BioBlue Calm is a blend of six herbs and minerals combined with pharmaceutical grade methylene blue (USP >99.5%) to help promote relaxation and a sense of calm. This recipe includes all of the same ingredients as our flagship BioBlue product minus nicotinamide mononucleotide (NMN). We decided to remove NMN because while is not a stimulant, it can be stimulating to our physiology given its properties for improving mitochondrial function and energy production.
    Between the removal of the NMN and the addition of:
    Ashwagandha
    Valerian
    Passionflower
    Kava
    Magnesium glycinate
    Magnesium L-threonate
    ...BioBlue Calm functions as a "weighted blanket" for your brain and your nervous system, providing a physiological tranquility in times of stress, anxiety and/or when falling asleep is difficult.
    All of the above herbs and minerals contribute to reducing cortisol levels and improved GABA activity in the brain. This alone promotes a deep sense of calm.
    If you found the information in today's episode particularly interesting and/or compelling, please share it with a family member, friend, colleague and/or anyone that you think could benefit and be illuminated by this knowledge. Sharing is caring :)
    As always, light up your health!

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    Key points:

    • Introduction (00:00:00 - 00:00:28).
    • Discussion on the summer solstice marking the beginning of summer but also shorter days (00:00:28 - 00:00:48).
    • Episode topics: redox and its connection to health and mitochondrial function (00:00:48 - 00:02:34).
    • Introduction to "Redox Matters" by Dr. Lee Ostler and announcement of BioLight's new BioBlue product (00:02:34 - 00:03:45).
    • Overview of redox, its role in health, and strategies to optimize mitochondrial function (00:03:45 - 00:08:55).
    • Importance of redox signaling in managing oxidative stress and inflammation (00:08:55 - 00:10:43).
    • Decline in mitochondrial efficiency with age and its health impacts (00:10:43 - 00:13:37).
    • Basic principles of redox biology, including key molecules and their roles (00:13:37 - 00:18:59).
    • Discussion on oxidative stress sources and their effects on health (00:18:59 - 00:23:30).
    • Role of glutathione and other antioxidants in reducing oxidative stress (00:23:30 - 00:25:24).
    • Importance of balancing transcription factors Nrf2 and NF-kB for health (00:25:24 - 00:28:54).
    • Introduction to BioBlue products and their benefits for mitochondrial health (00:28:54 - 00:35:38).
    • Challenges with methylene blue affecting sleep; introduction of BioBlue Calm for improved sleep (00:35:38 - 00:39:13).
    • BioBlue Calm's ingredients and their benefits for relaxation and sleep (00:39:13 - 00:52:52).
    • BioBlue Calm promotes calmness and better sleep without grogginess (00:52:52 - 00:55:37).
    • Encouragement to try BioBlue Calm, available for purchase with discounts (00:55:37 - 00:59:35).
    • Closing remarks on maintaining health through good sleep and relaxation techniques (00:59:35 - 00:59:59).
    - Book referenced:
    Redox Matters, Dr. Lee Ostler - Introducing the newest BioBlue product: BioBlue Calm — a beautiful blend of six herbs and minerals combined with methylene blue to promote calmness, relaxation and serenity! For the next week, save 15% on BioBlue Calm single bottle orders using coupon code "calm15" - Introducing the Red Light Therapy Treatment Protocols Ecosystem! -

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    Research: Mitophagy & Aging, Methylene Blue For Oral Biofilm, Pre-conditioning Muscles w/ Red Light Therapy For Exercise Performance, Transcranial Photobiomodulation For Children w/ Autism May 23, 2024

    This week we are going to cover a wide array of research:
    ​

    • ​Mitophagy's impact on aging (the mitochondria's process of selective degradation of mitochondria by autophagy). If you can't get rid of the garbage mitochondria, that's a rotten deal for your health.
    • Methylene blue's role in combatting oral biofilm (a sticky film that coats teeth and contains bacteria). Our blue friend may actually be playing a beneficial role by temporarily staining your teeth blue. Who wouldn't trade tooth decay, receding gums and bad breath for that?

    • Preconditioning your muscles for improved muscular strength, endurance and recovery. In reality, how beneficial is this strategy for the active population?

    • Transcranial photobiomodulation for children with autism spectrum disorder. Is this an efficacious treatment for children to mitigate symptoms of ASD?

    If you found the information in today's episode particularly interesting and/or compelling, please share it with a family member, friend, colleague and/or anyone that you think could benefit and be illuminated by this knowledge. Sharing is caring :)
    As always, light up your health!

    -

    Key points:

    • Introduction and New Product Announcement (00:00:00 - 00:01:03)
    • BioCream Stock Update (00:01:03 - 00:01:56): Supply exhausted in four days; restock in one to two weeks; updates on BioLight channels.
    • Mitochondria and Aging Research (00:01:56 - 00:06:00): Mitochondrial dysfunction, oxidative damage, inflammation. Autophagy and mitophagy's role in aging.
    • Benefits of Healthy Mitochondria (00:06:00 - 00:11:57): Healthy mitochondria reduce inflammation and slow aging. BioBlue offer: 15% off with code BIOBLUE15.
    • Microbial Biofilms and Infection (00:11:57 - 00:17:00): Photodynamic therapy (PDT) with methylene blue and red LEDs effective in reducing biofilm activity.
    • Methylene Blue's Biocidal Activity (00:17:00 - 00:21:37): Methylene blue's broad biocidal activity; further studies needed for clinical efficacy in biofilm treatment.
    • Preconditioning with Red Light Therapy (00:21:37 - 00:27:07): Enhances muscle performance, brain function, and skin resistance to UV.
    • Meta-Analysis on Red Light Therapy (00:27:07 - 00:32:00)
    • Benefits for Active Individuals (00:32:00 - 00:34:41): Red muscle fibers benefit more from red light therapy.
    • Study on tPBM in Children with ASD (00:36:41 - 00:37:39): Shows safety, efficacy, and symptom improvement.
    • ASD Pathology and tPBM Benefits (00:37:39 - 00:41:37): Brain abnormalities, neuroinflammation, and mitochondrial dysfunction.
    • tPBM Effectiveness and Safety (00:41:37 - 00:45:09): Improves ASD symptoms with specific near-infrared light parameters; safe and effective.
    • tPBM for Early ASD Intervention (00:45:09 - 00:46:52): Potential in treating ASD; early intervention is crucial; further research needed.
    • Encouragement and Future Content (00:46:52 - 00:50:18): Encouragement to review podcast; upcoming expert interviews and red light therapy research.
    • Appreciation and Staying Informed (00:50:18 - 00:51:27): Appreciation for listener support; stay informed on red light therapy benefits.
    - Articles referenced:
    Inflammation and mitophagy are mitochondrial checkpoints to aging Antimicrobial Activity of Methylene Blue Associated with Photodynamic Therapy: In Vitro Study in Multi-Species Oral Biofilm Can pre-exercise photobiomodulation improve muscle endurance and promote recovery from muscle strength and injuries in people with different activity levels? A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials Transcranial photobiomodulation in children aged 2–6 years: a randomized sham-controlled clinical trial assessing safety, efficacy, and impact on autism spectrum disorder symptoms and brain electrophysiology - Introducing the newest BioBlue product: BioBlue (SR) — a 50/50 blend of methylene blue and leucomethylene blue! For the next week, save 15% on BioBlue (SR) single bottle orders using coupon code "SR15" - Introducing the Red Light Therapy Treatment Protocols Ecosystem! -

    To learn more about red light therapy and shop for the highest-quality red light therapy products, visit https://www.biolight.shop

    -

    Dr. Mike's #1 recommendations:

    • Grounding products: Earthing.com
    • EMF-mitigating products: Somavedic
    • Blue light-blocking glasses: Ra Optics

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    Stay up-to-date on social media:

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    Research: Red Light Therapy For Childhood Myopia / Primary Mitochondrial Diseases; Introducing BioBlue (SR) May 16, 2024

    It's about time that we dig back into some photobiomodulation research. This week we will take a deep dive into the impact of repeated low level red light therapy on childhood myopia. With an ever-increasing divergence of time that children spend viewing near-distance objects like phones, tablets, computers, TVs, etc. compared to time outside where the eyes have to focus on objects in the distance, this condition in particular is quickly on the rise and becoming an epidemic of its own. So if something as simple, safe and effective as red light therapy can help combat, mitigate and even reverse myopia, who wouldn't want to have this tool in their toolbox for their kid(s) and/or for themselves?!
    Next we will visit an abstract that looks at primary mitochondrial diseases and how bioenergetics, oxidative stress and neuroinflammation all play a potential role. Sounds to me like The Mitochondrial Triad has a potentially large role to play here, as they can all positively impact those three variables and undoubtedly improve the function of the mitochondria. Red light therapy, methylene blue and C60 — a mitochondrion's delight!
    Lastly, I introduce the newest version of BioLight's BioBlue. BioBlue (SR) is the very first supplement of its kind, consisting of a 50/50 blend of methylene blue and leucomethylene blue that provides the best of both worlds and delivers a Sustained Release of the mitochondrial-boosting properties of these blue molecules. Learn more about the benefits of this BioBlue concoction and why it was created!
    ​​ If you found the information in today's episode particularly interesting and/or compelling, please share it with a family member, friend, colleague and/or anyone that you think could benefit and be illuminated by this knowledge. Sharing is caring :)
    As always, light up your health! -

    Key points:

    • Introduction (00:00:00 - 00:00:44)
    • Focus on red light therapy. (00:00:44 - 00:01:58)
    • BioBlue release announcement, positive reception of BioCream, uses discussed. (00:01:58 - 00:03:44)
    • Research on red light therapy for myopia in children, its prevalence and impact. (00:03:44 - 00:06:20)
    • Overview of systematic review on red light therapy, myopia characteristics. (00:06:20 - 00:08:29)
    • Summary of red light therapy's impact on myopia, prevention techniques. (00:08:29 - 00:10:26)
    • Myopia treatments, potential benefits of red light therapy. (00:10:26 - 00:13:07)
    • Discussion on red light therapy's effects, supporting studies. (00:13:07 - 00:14:51)
    • Importance of eye health, research findings. (00:16:10 - 00:18:32)
    • Summary of research, positive outcomes, safety. (00:18:32 - 00:21:14)
    • Mechanisms, comparison to other interventions. (00:21:14 - 00:23:57)
    • Long-term effects of discontinuing red light therapy. (00:25:05 - 00:25:25)
    • Meta-analysis highlights, benefits, low-intensity devices. (00:25:25 - 00:26:24)
    • Light irradiance importance, BioLight Glow mention. (00:26:24 - 00:28:49)
    • Mitochondrial diseases review, bioenergetics, oxidative stress. (00:28:49 - 00:33:20)
    • Summary of review, methylene blue benefits. (00:33:20 - 00:36:28)
    • Comparison between methylene blue types, BioBlue (SR). (00:36:28 - 00:39:09)
    • Combining methylene blue & leucomethylene blue for a sustained release. (00:39:09 - 00:42:37)
    • Importance of methylene blue quality, transparency. (00:42:37 - 00:44:15)
    • Further discussion on methylene blue, feedback encouragement. (00:44:15 - 00:49:39)
    • Closing statements, review encouragement, social media promotion. (00:49:39 - 00:50:23)
    - Articles referenced:
    Efficacy of Repeated Low-Level Red Light (RLRL) therapy on myopia outcomes in children: a systematic review and meta-analysis Primary mitochondrial diseases: The intertwined pathophysiology of bioenergetic dysregulation, oxidative stress and neuroinflammation - Introducing the newest BioBlue product: BioBlue (SR) — a 50/50 blend of methylene blue and leucomethylene blue! For the next week, save 15% on BioBlue (SR) single bottle orders using coupon code "SR15" - Introducing the Red Light Therapy Treatment Protocols Ecosystem! -

    To learn more about red light therapy and shop for the highest-quality red light therapy products, visit https://www.biolight.shop

    -

    Dr. Mike's #1 recommendations:

    • Grounding products: Earthing.com
    • EMF-mitigating products: Somavedic
    • Blue light-blocking glasses: Ra Optics

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    Methylene Blue For Skin Health & Groundbreaking, Innovative Anti-aging Skincare Formula: BioCream May 09, 2024

    Over the last six months-plus, we have covered the numerous research-backed ways that methylene blue can help improve our health and mitochondrial function: from being one of the most potent antioxidants out there (i.e., one of the best electron donors available) to combatting neurodegeneration to reducing stress/anxiety/depression to fiercely combatting viruses and harmful bacteria to its powerful photodynamic capabilities with red light therapy and much more. Yet there is one anti-aging purview related to methylene blue we have not discussed yet: the skin!
    While it may seem counterintuitive that a blue dye could have such a positive influence on skin health, the research clearly demonstrates that it both improves skin thickness (our skin thins as we age) and skin hydration (likewise, decreases as we chronologically age and contributes to wrinkling). I will cover two different articles that articulate these amazing skin health benefits and more from topical methylene blue.
    During this episode, I will also review the cutting-edge anti-aging skin ing​redients that BioLight incorporates into our one-of-a-kind skin cream and the role those ingredients play into augmenting skin health. And with that being said, that cream is getting a major update and upgrade to its recipe and will be rebranded to BioCream. And for those that read this far, you'll be one of the first to know that the BioCream is being released this weekend!​
    ​
    If you found the information in today's episode particularly interesting and/or compelling, please share it with a family member, friend, colleague and/or anyone that you think could benefit and be illuminated by this knowledge. Sharing is caring :)
    As always, light up your health! -

    Key points:

    • 00:00:00 - 00:00:52:

      • Dr. Mike Belkowski introduces the Red Light Report.
      • Episode topic: methylene blue and skin health.

    • 00:00:52 - 00:12:07:

      • Methylene blue benefits for brain health and stress reduction.
      • BioLight's product releases.
      • Methylene blue's role in skin aging and oxidative stress.
      • Effects on cellular aging and skin hydration.
      • Wound healing and oxidative stress reduction.

    • 00:16:53 - 00:25:54:

      • Summary of methylene blue's anti-aging properties.
      • Mechanisms: reactive oxygen species scavenging, cell proliferation, and reduced oxidative stress.
      • Multiple pathways for reducing reactive oxygen species.
      • Benefits on mitochondrial function, cell cycle, and DNA damage repair.

    • 00:25:54 - 00:32:45:

      • Discussion on skin aging mechanisms and methylene blue's effects.
      • Promotion of collagen and elastin synthesis.
      • Enhancement of skin viability, hydration, and thickness in 3D skin models.
      • Introduction of BioLight's new anti-aging skin cream with innovative ingredients.

    • 00:32:45 - 00:46:59:

      • Ingredients in Longevv Revīvv Creme.
      • Introduction of BioCream, incorporating leucomethylene blue.
      • BioCream's benefits, caution against inferior ingredients.
      • Assurance of high-quality, pharmaceutical-grade ingredients.
    - Articles referenced: The Potentials of Methylene Blue as an Anti-Aging Drug Anti-Aging Potentials of Methylene Blue for Human Skin Longevity - Don't forget to check out BioLight's two most popular Bundles!
    1.) The Mitochondrial Triad Bundle For this bundle, you choose one of each: one BioBlue product, one BioC60 product and one red light therapy product and save 20% on the entire order! Click here to check it out. 2.) The BioBundle
    For this bundle, choose your favorite BioBlue product and your favorite BioC60 product and save 15%!
    You can save an additional 10% buy subscribing to this bundle.
    That's correct, you can save a total of 25% via the BioBundle! Click here to check it out. - Introducing the Red Light Therapy Treatment Protocols Ecosystem! -

    To learn more about red light therapy and shop for the highest-quality red light therapy products, visit https://www.biolight.shop

    -

    Dr. Mike's #1 recommendations:

    • Grounding products: Earthing.com
    • EMF-mitigating products: Somavedic
    • Blue light-blocking glasses: Ra Optics

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    Stay up-to-date on social media:

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    The God Molecule: C60's Science & Health Benefits; Research: Red Light Therapy For Chronic Stress May 02, 2024

    It seems that methylene blue (MB) has continued to capture the attention on those looking to optimize mitochondrial health — and for good reason. After all, it may be one of the easiest and fastest way to improve mitochondrial function. But remember that third pillar of The Mitochondrial Triad? Yeah, that C60 thing... Perhaps it hasn't gotten as much love on this podcast and/or may be even lesser known than MB. But trust me when I say that C60 is second place to no one when it comes to optimizing cellular energy and mitochondrial function, which, ultimately leads to efficient energy and biological water production.
    In today's episode, I want to take a deeper dive into C60 and discuss the science of how it can contribute to mitigating diseases while also markedly boosting healthspan and longevity. For that, we'll be reviewing some of Chris Campbell's book, C60 Science: The God Molecule Hypothesis. Quite the book title, right? But the theory posited by Chris it quite intriguing. Needless to say, after this discussion you will see why C60 earned its spot in The Mitochondrial Triad and should be highly considered for anyone that has a mitochondrion in their body.
    For the red light therapy side of things, I review an ahead of print photobiomodulation research article (it doesn't get officially published until June!) that looks at treating the gut and brain ​to help reduce chronic stress. The study produced positive results, including: "combined non-invasive photobiomodulation partially restores some gut microbiota dysbiosis induced by chronic stress." Combine this with the vagus nerve treatment via RLT that we learned last week from Abe and we have another triad — this one being a triad of RLT locations to help reduce stress. Non-invasive and non-pharmacological. What's not to like!​
    If you found the information in today's episode particularly interesting and/or compelling, please share it with a family member, friend, colleague and/or anyone that you think could benefit and be illuminated by this knowledge. Sharing is caring :)
    As always, light up your health! -

    Key points:

    • Introduction to "The Red Light Report" by Dr. Mike Belkowski. [00:00:00 - 00:00:23]
    • Recap of previous episode, including Abe's insights on pain management. [00:00:23 - 00:02:27]
    • Announcement of upcoming product releases from BioLight in May. [00:02:27 - 00:03:33]
    • Introduction to "C60 Science: The God Molecule Hypothesis" by Chris Campbell. [00:03:33 - 00:04:19]
    • Discussion on C60's role in origins of life and carrier properties. [00:04:19 - 00:06:16]
    • Transition to second chapter, comparing methylene blue and red light therapy benefits. [00:07:12 - 00:08:02]
    • Continuation of discussion on potential benefits of C60. [00:10:47 - 00:25:13]
    • Introduction of the "mitochondrial triad" concept. [00:25:43 - 00:26:16]
    • Plans to create episodes featuring real-life testimonials of the mitochondrial triad's effects. [00:26:16 - 00:32:24]
    • Emphasis on fostering open and honest dialogue within the community. [00:34:27 - 00:36:18]
    • Conclusion: Positive biological effects observed for different brain maladies. [00:37:18 - 00:37:51]
    • Photobiomodulation offers potential therapeutic benefits. [00:41:11 - 00:42:07]
    • Discussion on red light therapy's efficacy, technical details, and therapeutic potential. [00:44:31 - 00:45:31]
    • Emphasis on non-pharmacological strategies and encouragement for research. [00:45:31 - 00:50:22]

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    Book referenced in episode:
    C60 Science: The God Molecule Hypothesis, Chris Campbell
    Article referenced:
    Brain–gut photobiomodulation restores cognitive alterations in chronically stressed mice through the regulation of Sirt1 and neuroinflammation - Introducing the Red Light Therapy Treatment Protocols Ecosystem! - Don't forget to check out BioLight's two most popular Bundles!
    1.) The Mitochondrial Triad Bundle For this bundle, you choose one of each: one BioBlue product, one BioC60 product and one red light therapy product and save 20% on the entire order! Click here to check it out. 2.) The BioBundle
    For this bundle, choose your favorite BioBlue product and your favorite BioC60 product and save 15%!
    You can save an additional 10% buy subscribing to this bundle.
    That's correct, you can save a total of 25% via the BioBundle! Click here to check it out. -

    To learn more about red light therapy and shop for the highest-quality red light therapy products, visit https://www.biolight.shop

    -

    Dr. Mike's #1 recommendations:

    • Grounding products: Earthing.com
    • EMF-mitigating products: Somavedic
    • Blue light-blocking glasses: Ra Optics

    -

    Stay up-to-date on social media:

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    Pain Relief via the Eyes: Incredibly Effective Neurological Approaches for Improving Health w/ Abe Al-Baba Apr 25, 2024

    We've all heard that "the eye is the window to the soul," but have you heard of strategically utilizing the visual system to get rid of pain, improve emotions and normalize countless health conditions that are otherwise difficult to treat? Today's conversation with Abe Al-Baba will knock your socks off with both the education he provides and the anecdotes he shares with how he helps his clients reach peak performance and/or improve their overall health status. This is one of the more interesting conversations I've had in quite some time!
    Abe and I met at the HYDRATE Summit that was put on by Tracy Duhs a couple of weekends ago. We were there to learn about water, but he and I got to talking and soon discovered that we shared countless other mutual interests. After hearing about his novel techniques for successfully helping his clients, some of which are seemingly beyond simplistic (but have deep neurological basis), I knew I had to have him on the podcast so that he could share his knowledge and stories with you all. He even walked me through a couple of quick assessments/treatments that I can use on myself, including how to treat my vagus nerve with red light therapy! Isn't that something we could all benefit from in this fast-paced, high-stress world we live in?
    Abe Al-Baba is the author of Fuel Your Performance™ and CEO of 3 in 1 Elite, a sports performance company. His absolute passion is paving the way to a healthy lifestyle through fitness and nutrition. Abe is one of San Diego’s Top Trainer’s by Discover/Pacific SD Magazine. Over the past decade, he has really embraced the power of neuroscience. With a thorough assessment he unravels specific components that hold you back, ultimately coming up with individualized drills that give your unique brain better input. Furthermore, his book, "Fuel Your Performance," helps any and all optimize their performance.
    I hope you enjoy the conversation today with Abe. Please share this episode with family, friends and colleagues if you find the content especially interesting and/or impactful.

    As always, learn lots and light up your health! -

    Key points:

    • Introduction and Guest Credentials (00:00:00 - 00:02:27:24)

      • Dr. Mike Belkowski introduces the podcast.
      • Guest: Abe Al-Baba, neuro sports performance expert.
      • Abe's passion for neuroscience in fitness and diverse experience.

    • Stem Cell Therapy Journey (00:02:27:26 - 00:07:34:05)

      • Abe Al-Baba's positive experience with stem cell therapy for Achilles tear.
      • Emphasis on treatment timeline and outcomes.

    • Discussion on Stem Cell Therapy and Additional Treatments (00:07:34:10 - 00:10:06:24)

      • Dr. Mike Belkowski's testimonial on stem cell therapy.
      • Importance of stem cell quality.
      • Mention of additional treatments: red light therapy, transcranial light therapy, hydration.

    • Neuro Sports Performance and Vision Restoration (00:15:57:21 - 00:21:27:12)

      • Abe Al-Baba's career trajectory and Z health curriculum.
      • Impactful case study on vision restoration for vaccine injury client.

    • Neurological Aspects of Movement and Colored Lenses (00:21:27:14 - 00:36:29:18)

      • Discussion on sensory input and motor output optimization.
      • Colored lenses as neurostimulation tools, case studies.

    • Treating Pain and Structural Issues (00:36:29:18 - 00:50:29:09)

      • Addressing pain through nervous system intervention.
      • Critique of traditional physical therapy's limitations.
      • Advocacy for individualized treatment.

    • Optimizing Sleep, Breathing Techniques, and Stress Management (01:02:27 - 01:20:04:06)

      • Importance of sleep quality, natural light exposure, and stress reduction.
      • Breathing techniques for weight loss and stress reduction.

    • Vagus Nerve Stimulation and Health Optimization (01:24:32:10 - 01:37:20:29)

      • Vagus nerve stimulation, self-testing, and red light therapy.
      • Discussion on personalized health solutions and reassessment plan.

    • Closing Remarks and Podcast Engagement (01:38:19:17 - 01:38:52:08)

      • Dr. Mike Belkowski's closing remarks and promotion of engagement channels.
    - Watch this episode on YouTube - Learn more from and about Abe Al-Baba:
    LinkTree (Save 5% on Abe's products and services by using code, "BioLight")
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    Abe's education:
    • B.S. Kinesiology from University of North Carolina at Charlotte
      • Major in Exercise Science
      • Minor in Interdisciplinary Health Studies
    • Z-Health Neuro Sports Performance Specialist
      • Rehab & Neural Re-education (R-Phase), Vision & Vestibular (I-Phase), Sport (S-Phase), Therapy (T-Phase), Structure (9S), Speed (9S), Strength & Suppleness (9S), Stamina (9S), Sustenance & Spirit (9S), Skill & Style (9S)
    • National Association of Sports Nutrition
      • Licensed Primary Sports Nutritionist (LPSN)
    • Precision Nutrition Level 1 Certified
    • American College of Sports Medicine
      • Exercise Physiologist Certified (EP-C)
      • Health Fitness Specialist (HFS)
    • Awards & Press
      • Named one of San Diego’s Top Trainers by Discover & Pacific SD Magazine
      • Recognized by The Marquis Who’s Who Publications Board with a biographical record in Who’s Who In America
      • SD Voyager Magazine’s Inspiring Stories
      • Shoutout SoCal

    -

    Introducing the Red Light Therapy Treatment Protocols Ecosystem! - Don't forget to check out BioLight's two most popular Bundles!
    1.) The Mitochondrial Triad Bundle For this bundle, you choose one of each: one BioBlue product, one BioC60 product and one red light therapy product and save 20% on the entire order! Click here to check it out. 2.) The BioBundle
    For this bundle, choose your favorite BioBlue product and your favorite BioC60 product and save 15%!
    You can save an additional 10% buy subscribing to this bundle.
    That's correct, you can save a total of 25% via the BioBundle! Click here to check it out. -

    To learn more about red light therapy and shop for the highest-quality red light therapy products, visit https://www.biolight.shop

    -

    Dr. Mike's #1 recommendations:

    • Grounding products: Earthing.com
    • EMF-mitigating products: Somavedic
    • Blue light-blocking glasses: Ra Optics

    -

    Stay up-to-date on social media:

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    Learning From the Experts: Water For Optimal Health & Wellness Apr 18, 2024

    I just got back from San Diego where I attended an outstanding "meeting of the minds" water summit put on by Tracy Duhs. I walked in with a respect for water and its importance for our health; I left with a reverence for water and its role it plays in all aspects of life. It's simply mind-blowing!
    Tracy corralled the top researchers and thought leaders in the water space and had me wrap up the weekend by presenting on red light therapy. While listening to presentations, I recorded video clips that I was posting to my personal Instagram stories (@dr.mikebelkowski) all weekend​. I thought it would be fun if I shared those clips with you in a podcast episode so that you could be a fly on the wall and listen in on some of the presentations.
    In today's episode, you will hear audio clips from the following experts that presented at the HYDRATE Summit: Geoffrey Montague-Smith, Dr. Gerald Pollack, Veda Austin, Tyler LaBaron, Carrie Bennett, Dr. Roumiana Tsenkova, Robert Gourlay and Robert Slovak. Needless to say, you're about to listen to the absolute BEST of the best! Enjoy learning about water and the many ways it impacts our wellness.​​
    If you found the information in today's episode particularly interesting and/or compelling, please share it with a family member, friend, colleague and/or anyone that you think could benefit and be illuminated by this knowledge. Sharing is caring :)
    As always, light up your health!

    -

    Key points:

    • Tracy Duhs' Hydrate Summit (00:00:43):

      • Attended by Dr. Mike Belkowski, featuring top minds in water-related research and health.

    • Summit Overview (00:02:16):

      • Small, intimate setting with 50-75 attendees and virtual participation options.
      • Vendors showcasing water-related products and treatments.

    • Dr. Belkowski's Presentation (00:03:33):

      • Focus on the intersection of light and water within mitochondria.

    • Structured Water and Health (00:05:52):

      • Importance of negatively charged structured water for optimal health.
      • Connection to mitochondrial function and ATP production.

    • Hydration and Brain Health (00:08:31):

      • Impact of hydration on brain health, energy levels, and fatigue.

    • Conversation with Dr. Gerald Pollack (00:09:44):

      • Confirmation of the significance of mitochondrial health and hydration.
      • Suggestion of red light therapy's contribution to hydration.

    • Red Light Therapy and Hydration (00:11:21):

      • Discussion on the relationship between red light therapy, carbon 60, methylene blue, and hydration.
      • Emphasis on optimizing mitochondrial health and water production.

    • Summit Insights (00:13:30):

      • Overview of key discussions, including sound therapy and frequency therapy.

    • Body Alignment and Health (00:22:24):

      • Importance of aligning the body's spinal process and cranial mechanism for overall health.
      • Reflections on personal experiences.

    • Life Stages and Transitions (00:23:18):

      • Discussion on life stages, transitions, and existential questioning.
      • Reference to Saturn return period and pursuit of truth and self-discovery.

    • Exclusion Zone Water (EZ Water) (00:24:43):

      • Explanation by Dr. Gerald Pollack of EZ water's distinct properties and therapeutic applications.
      • Methods for building EZ water and its implications for health conditions.

    • Infrared Energy and EZ Water (00:25:19):

      • Role of infrared energy in promoting EZ water formation and its therapeutic potential.
      • Discussion on the significance of negative charge and grounding for EZ water formation.

    • Broad Implications of EZ Water (00:32:37):

      • Structural similarities to ice and its role in phase transitions.
      • Potential applications in various fields, including biology and chemistry.

    • Veda Austin's Research (00:37:59):

      • Influence of thoughts and words on water structure and memory.
      • Experiments demonstrating vivid imagery and dream recollection in frozen water samples.

    • Health Benefits Discussion (00:41:36):

      • Benefits of hydrogen in alkaline ionized water discussed by Dr. Tyler LeBaron.
      • Mitochondria's role in hydration and circadian rhythms explored by Carrie Bennett.

    • Sunlight and Mitochondrial Health (00:48:31):

      • Importance of gradual sun exposure for mitochondrial function.
      • Misconceptions about sunlight addressed.

    • Water's Role in Light Modulation (00:54:25):

      • Water's coherence compared to laser light.
      • Implications for health and agriculture.

    • Water Structuring and Health (00:56:48):

      • Benefits and applications of structured water discussed by Robert Gourlay.
      • Importance of seawater for remineralizing water emphasized by Robert Slovak.

    • Mindset and Health (01:06:46):

      • Tracy Duhs' journey to understanding mindset's impact on health.
      • Importance of basic health protocols and gratitude.
    - Introducing the Red Light Therapy Treatment Protocols Ecosystem! - Don't forget to check out BioLight's two most popular Bundles!
    1.) The Mitochondrial Triad Bundle For this bundle, you choose one of each: one BioBlue product, one BioC60 product and one red light therapy product and save 20% on the entire order! Click here to check it out. 2.) The BioBundle
    For this bundle, choose your favorite BioBlue product and your favorite BioC60 product and save 15%!
    You can save an additional 10% buy subscribing to this bundle.
    That's correct, you can save a total of 25% via the BioBundle! Click here to check it out. -

    To learn more about red light therapy and shop for the highest-quality red light therapy products, visit https://www.biolight.shop

    -

    Dr. Mike's #1 recommendations:

    • Grounding products: Earthing.com
    • EMF-mitigating products: Somavedic
    • Blue light-blocking glasses: Ra Optics

    -

    Stay up-to-date on social media:

    Dr. Mike Belkowski:

    Instagram

    LinkedIn

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    The Red Light Therapy Treatment Protocol Ecosystem Apr 11, 2024

    Developing a red light therapy treatment protocol has never been so easy and individualized! My passion project for the last 6 - 10 months has been putting together an ecosystem that will allow anyone with any type of red light therapy device from any company to easily and accurately produce a protocol based on what they are trying to treat. At the end of the day, I believe that this tool will become ubiquitous amongst the red light therapy space — from those using RLT on themselves all the way to physicians and medical facilities utilizing RLT for their patients.
    As it currently stands, people have been typically been provided with the archaic advice of, "Do red light therapy 20 - 30 minutes every day!" But what if one person has a higher-powered RLT panel or laser compared to someone that has a lower-powered RLT or handheld device? What if someone is utilizing RLT for anti-aging skin versus someone employing RLT for dementia or TBI? Let's not forget that every single person responds to a given treatment differently! So a blanketed statement of advice, such as the one above, never made sense to me.
    Thus, I set out to develop protocols that you have all seen in the first four editions of the eBook. But it hit me last year that while that was a great step in the right direction, it still handcuffed a lot of people because those protocols are essentially centered around a particular light irradiance. So I set out to create the ecosystem that is being released today that, again, allows a person with any type of RLT device to produce an effective, nuanced protocol based on what they are trying to treat. Listen to the episode to learn more details!​​​
    If you found the information in today's episode particularly interesting and/or compelling, please share it with a family member, friend, colleague and/or anyone that you think could benefit and be illuminated by this knowledge. Sharing is caring :)
    As always, light up your health!

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    Key points:

    • Introduction to new Red Light Therapy Treatment Protocol Ecosystem (00:00:00)
    • Development of ecosystem (00:05:24)
    • Explanation of ecosystem features and calculator variables (00:06:39)
    • Importance of user feedback for refinement (00:09:08)
    • Versatility to accommodate various devices (00:10:25)
    • Emphasis on individualized treatment and research variability (00:20:34)
    • Importance of third-party testing for accuracy (00:22:43)
    • Subscription model for constantly updated information (00:23:59)
    • Reiteration of feedback importance and community engagement (00:25:52)
    • Need for standardized reporting and accurate protocols (00:27:36)
    • Comparison of product impacts on treatment protocols (00:28:57)
    • Emphasis on light irradiance and treatment duration (00:30:43)
    • Importance of accurate dosages and third-party testing (00:32:36)
    • Hope for ecosystem adoption and future content preview (00:33:55)
    • Reiteration of importance of light irradiance (00:35:23)
    • Emphasis on need for third-party testing (00:36:21)
    • Individualized treatment importance; value of accurate dosages (00:37:42)
    • Subscription model and feedback encouragement (00:38:17)
    • Importance of individualized treatment and ecosystem's value (00:39:36)
    • Hope for ecosystem adoption; preview of upcoming content (00:41:27)
    - Introducing the Red Light Therapy Treatment Protocols Ecosystem! - Don't forget to check out BioLight's two most popular Bundles!
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    Research: Methylene Blue For TBI, Brain Ischemia & Alzheimer's; Antioxidant Therapeutics Targeting the Mitochondria For TBI Apr 04, 2024

    The average brain weighs about three pounds (less than 2% of the average human weight), yet it accounts for about 20% of the body's total energy consumption. That inherently means the brain is extremely mitochondrial dense, as the mitochondria produce ~95% of all the energy in body. Ok, so all numbers aside, the brain is an immensely important organ from a health, energy and, thus, mitochondrial perspective. That means we need to have strategies in place for both acute trauma to the brain and for chronic conditions like neurodegeneration.
    In today's solosode, we will review two hot-off-the-press articles that happen to surround this very topic. The first article looks at the potential of methylene blue (MB) as a key substance that can effectively address three exceptionally varying brain conditions: traumatic brain injuries (TBIs), ischemia and Alzheimer's disease. At the end of the day, MB has a profound role to play in all of those ailments.
    The second article hones in on TBIs and antioxidant therapeutics that specifically target the mitochondria. Based on the abundant information provided in the article (albeit they did not include MB or C60 as an antioxidant strategy; I imagine there results would be even more staggering if they did!), it is quite clear that even in an acute injury, such as TBI, the mitochondria play an ever central role — in this case, both the damage from the physical trauma and also the healing and recovery process.
    ​​Hint hint: we already know that red light therapy is becoming widely accepted as an effective modality for treating head traumas, such as concussions, TBIs, etc,. Now we have this new research looking at the impact of antioxidant therapeutics that target the mitochondria. Antioxidants donate electrons. Methylene blue and C60 are some of the best electron donors available as therapeutics. However, unlike most other antioxidants, both MB and C60 can actually get inside the mitochondria. The Mitochondrial Triad has a massive role to play here!​
    If you found the information in today's episode particularly interesting and/or compelling, please share it with a family member, friend, colleague and/or anyone that you think could benefit and be illuminated by this knowledge. Sharing is caring :)
    As always, light up your health!

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    Key Points:

    • Introduction (00:00:01 - 00:01:12)
    • Announcement of a new treatment paradigm and explanation of the protocol ecosystem's benefits (00:01:13 - 00:07:14)
    • Details about Hydrate Summit 2024 and discussion on water's importance for health (00:07:14 - 00:12:07)
    • Introduction to methylene blue's potential benefits and its synergy with red light therapy (00:12:07 - 00:15:33)
    • Exploration of methylene blue's potential in treating brain conditions and its challenging of conventional views (00:15:33 - 00:26:45)
    • Discussion on carbon dioxide's role, contrasted with nitric oxide, and the importance of understanding their roles (00:25:08 - 00:28:39)
    • Exploration of mitochondrial-targeted antioxidant therapies and their potential in TBI treatment (00:30:12 - 00:36:15)
    • Highlighting the triad approach of carbon 60, methylene blue, and red light therapy for TBI treatment (00:36:15 - 00:41:34)
    • Discussion on combining red light therapy with other treatments for enhanced results and exploring the gut-brain axis post-TBI (00:40:41 - 00:42:52)
    • Emphasis on proactive health measures, seeking feedback, and sign-off (00:48:49 - 00:51:59)
    - Articles referenced in the episode:
    Methylene blue and its potential in the treatment of traumatic brain injury, brain ischemia, and Alzheimer's disease
    Mitochondria-Targeted Antioxidant Therapeutics for Traumatic Brain Injury - Check out The HYDRATE Summit 2024 w/ Tracy Duhs - BioLight added TWO new bundles so that you can save BIG!
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    Research: Benefits of C60, Red Light Therapy Reduces Time in ICU & Photobiomodulation of Dysmenorrhea Mar 28, 2024

    Did you know C60 can be beneficial for the health of dogs and other pets just like it is for humans? It should make sense, as, after all, our pet / family members have mitochondria just like us! I've personally been giving my german shepherd some BioC60 in the morning and evening with his meals. But now there is some interesting research demonstrating that C60 mixed in oil can significantly reduce the blood levels of CRP in dogs, which is a blood marker for inflammation.
    In today's episode, I review that very study on C60 and also discuss how different types of oils (i.e., MCT oil vs. avocado oil vs. olive oil) allow for different concentration levels of C60. Do you know which oil allows for maximal C60 concentration? That same article also looks at C60 for skin health and demonstrates many ways that carbon 60 can augment our integumentary system.
    I also review two photobiomodulation studies that are hot off the press and published this year: one that looks at how red light therapy can reduce the stay in the intensive care unit (ICU) by 30% and another that provides compelling evidence for red light therapy to reduce pain associated with dysmenorrhea.
    Lastly, I cover a german​ article published last month that suggests that dysfunctional mitochondria may play a large role in individuals dealing with migraines. And if that is truly the case, it would make sense that methylene blue would have a major role to play by reversing the energy crisis caused by dysfunctional mitochondria
    ​
    If you found the information in today's episode particularly interesting and/or compelling, please share it with a family member, friend, colleague and/or anyone that you think could benefit and be illuminated by this knowledge. Sharing is caring :)
    As always, light up your health!

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    Key points:

    Discussion on Carbon C60, Bio C60 availability, and Mitochondrial Triad bundle (00:00:01 - 00:01:31)
    Overview of C60 properties, benefits, and applications, including bundled supplements and red light therapy for mitochondrial health (00:01:31 - 00:04:15)
    Recap of C60's antioxidant effects and applications, therapeutic potential, and anti-inflammatory benefits (00:04:16 - 00:08:58)
    Further exploration of C60's properties, sources, absorption options, and personal anecdotes (00:08:58 - 00:15:59)
    Red and NIR LED therapy benefits in reducing ICU stays and improving muscle function (00:15:59 - 00:22:28)
    Details of LED therapy application and outcomes; advocating for wider adoption of photobiomodulation therapy in hospitals (00:29:32 - 00:35:13)
    Research suggesting that mitochondrial dysfunction may be at the center of the energy crisis related to migraines (00:35:20 - 00:39:20)
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    New research demonstrating benefits for red light therapy reducing symptoms of dysmenorrhea (00:39:22 - 00:42:36)

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    Articles referenced in the episode: Anti-Inflammatory and Antioxidant Effects of Liposoluble C60 at the Cellular, Molecular, and Whole-Animal Levels
    Photobiomodulation therapy (red/NIR LEDs) reduced the length of stay in intensive care unit and improved muscle function: A randomized, triple-blind, and sham-controlled trial Migraine and mitochondrial diseases: Energy deficit in the brain
    ​Effect of photobiomodulation on alleviating primary dysmenorrhea caused by PGF2α     - BioLight added TWO new bundles so that you can save BIG!
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    For this bundle, choose your favorite BioBlue product and your favorite BioC60 product and save 15%!
    You can save an additional 10% buy subscribing to this bundle.
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    A Methylene Blue (and Leucomethylene Blue) Conversation w/ Dr. Yoshi Rahm Mar 21, 2024

    As methylene blue becomes more and more popular, it becomes paramount to seek out and learn from trusted sources and experts in the area. Luckily, I was able to sit down and have a fireside chat with the highly-respected and sought out osteopathic family physician, Dr. Yoshi Rahm. What I appreciate about Dr. Yoshi is that he not only speaks about methylene blue from a high-level, didactic perspective, but he can offer invaluable insight and wisdom since he utilizes IV methylene blue with his patients in his clinic. What Dr. Yoshi really drives home about methylene blue is really just how safe it is, even at doses much higher than you would expect!
    Thanks to our mutual connection of Dr. Katie Carter, whom plays host in this episode and suggested that Dr. Yoshi and I meet and discuss all things methylene blue, we have an engaging and spirited discussion about methylene blue and also leucomethylene blue, which Dr. Yoshi was less familiar with due to their being a lack of available product on the market (until BioBlue Leuco!). We also cover other topics, such as the new RLT treatment protocol ecosystem I am about to release and why I believe it will become a ubiquitous tool and resource for anyone and everyone that utilizes red light therapy.
    My hope is that you come away from this conversation with more excitement, belief and/or trust in methylene blue after listening and learning from Dr. Yoshi. He is a wealth of knowledge and I have no doubt we will be having more of these conversations on the podcast in the future.
    I hope you enjoy the conversation today with Dr. Yoshi Rahm. Please share this episode with family, friends and colleagues if you find the content especially interesting and/or impactful.

    As always, learn lots and light up your health!

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    Key points:

    • Discussing integrative therapies (00:00:01 - 00:02:47)
    • Dr. Rahm talks about benefits of methylene blue, its forms, and applications (00:02:47 - 00:13:34)
    • Discussion on dosage, safety, and reactions to methylene blue (00:13:34 - 00:23:32)
    • Insights into dosing, anecdotal evidence, and personal experiences (00:19:25 - 00:35:29)
    • Exploring interactions with other therapies and ongoing research (00:24:38 - 00:39:52)
    • Further discussion on therapy sequencing and timing (00:40:52 - 00:47:53)
    • Introduction of RLT treatment protocol calculator tool and importance of testing light devices (00:47:53 - 00:52:29)
    • Dr. Belkowski's aims for resource development and individual variability (00:51:55 - 00:55:55)
    • Philosophical discussion on light's role in health (00:55:55 - 00:56:28)
    • Considerations and applications of methylene blue, including cancer treatment (00:58:58 - 01:02:14)
    • Importance of patient education and seeking reliable research (01:02:36 - 01:04:18)
    • Appreciation for shared insights (01:04:22 - 01:04:32)
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      Website: Oasis Family Medicine

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    Innovative Biophotonic Technologies & Unveiling the Third Pillar of The Mitochondrial Triad w/ David Horinek Mar 14, 2024

    Imagine being able to wrap your produce in a biophotonic wrap that increases the longevity and quality of whatever is being bundled up. How about the same application, but now apply it to bandaids in order to accelerate wound healing and help reduce harmful bacteria and infections. Next let's move to thin biophotonic textiles that can dissipate heat to effectively cool you down and a variation of that thin textile utilizes your body's own infrared heat to advantageously keep you warm. How about another iteration of those textiles that are efficacious for blocking harmful radiation and non-native EMFs... These are just some of the amazing biophotonic technologies David Horinek has been working on the last handful of years, some of which are already coming to market.
    Along with learning about what David has been ​up to since he was last on the podcast, we unveil what the elusive Third Pillar is of The Mitochondrial Triad! We talk about David's history and experience with this item and why he feels its an invaluable tool for anyone and everyone looking to optimize their mitochondrial health. We further detail its many benefits, its safety, its efficacy and the important variables to consider when looking for a safe and effective product.
    ​​Lastly, David and I reveal BioLight's newest creation that he helped engineer and develop. It is yet another cutting-edge product with unparalleled quality that is a must have for those wanting to optimize mitochondrial function and overall health and longevity!​
    I hope you enjoy the conversation today with David. Please share this episode with family, friends and colleagues if you find the content especially interesting and/or impactful.

    As always, learn lots and light up your health!

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    Key Points:

    Introduction - 00:00:01 - 00:00:27
    The Mitochondrial Triad Update - 00:00:27 - 00:01:06
    VioPak Packaging - 00:01:06 - 00:02:41
    Enhancing Biophoton Capabilities - 00:02:42 - 00:04:03
    Future of Violet Packaging - 00:04:03 - 00:05:24
    BioTech and InfraCycle Textiles - 00:05:24 - 00:07:04
    Introducing Kinetic Cool Technology - 00:07:04 - 00:09:04
    Yosemite Testing Results - 00:09:04 - 00:10:45
    Introduction to Heat Lock Technology - 00:10:45 - 00:11:38
    Performance Day in Munich Preview - 00:11:38 - 00:12:26
    Bio Sun: Space Radiation Protection - 00:15:36 - 00:16:34
    Bio Sun Benefits in Space - 00:16:34 - 00:17:48
    Introduction of Pulsar: Radiation Protection - 00:17:48 - 00:18:46
    Textile Future: Wi-Fi and 5G Protection - 00:18:46 - 00:19:43
    Upcoming Products Overview - 00:19:43 - 00:21:39
    Collaboration for Sustainable Packaging - 00:21:39 - 00:23:49
    Textiles for Relaxation and Meditation - 00:23:49 - 00:24:57
    Importance of Positive Thinking - 00:24:57 - 00:27:29
    PineActive: Sustainable Textiles - 00:27:29 - 00:29:49
    Mushroom Compound Extraction Discussion - 00:33:39 - 00:34:54
    C60 Properties and Sourcing - 00:53:10 - 01:02:58
    C60 with AST Compound Benefits - 01:12:31 - 01:22:29
    Combination Therapy Discussion - 01:25:22 - 01:26:34

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    The Mitochondrial Theory of Aging & the Top 10 Health Benefits of the Third Pillar of The Mitochondrial Triad Mar 07, 2024

    With the full reveal of The Mitochondrial Triad coming soon, it begs the question: why do I believe the focal point of our health, wellness, and, more precisely, our longevity is centered around or organelle friends, the mitochondria? And with the first two pillars being disclosed, in red light therapy and methylene blue, what is the third pillar? All of these questions are answered in today's solosode!
    For decades, the primary thesis for why we age was The Free Radical Theory of aging. However, this doesn't hold up in instances where someone consistently exercises (and, thus, produces more ATP that inherently produces more of the natural byproduct of free radicals) that leads to health- and longevity-promoting benefits. That's where The Mitochondrial Theory of Aging emerges and is currently the most respected postulation on why we age. However, the first rendition of this theory still included free radicals as a main culprit for aging; this was remedied in the second version, which removed free radicals as the central causation for aging and suggested the main source was in the numerous mechanisms lying within the mitochondria. Ultimately, this is the genesis that fuels the importance of The Mitochondrial Triad.
    After a thorough discussion on The Mitochondrial Theory of Aging, I cover the third pillar of The Mitochondrial Triad! I dive into the top 10 health benefits and numerous other health benefits that have been proven out in the research. Disclaimer: I never say the actual name of the third pillar and refer to it in this portion of the episode as, "the thing." Yes, I know... very descriptive. But you didn't think I would actually reveal it yet, did you?! ​We'll save that for next week's episode...​
    I hope you enjoy the information in today's solosode. Please share this episode with family, friends and colleagues if you find the content especially interesting and/or impactful.
    As always, light up your health!

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    Key Points:

    Podcast Kickoff (00:00:01 - 00:01:22)
    Mitochondrial Triad Focus (00:01:22 - 00:02:30)
    Collaboration and New Product (00:02:30 - 00:03:33)
    Mitochondrial Importance (00:03:33 - 00:05:15)
    Optimizing Mitochondrial Health (00:05:15 - 00:08:15)
    Virtuous Cycle and Longevity (00:08:15 - 00:09:49)
    Known Pillars and Anticipation (00:09:49 - 00:10:46)
    Mitochondrial Theory of Aging (00:10:46 - 00:12:25)
    Aging and Mitochondrial Theory (00:15:52 - 00:16:24)
    Mitochondrial DNA Changes (00:16:24 - 00:17:35)
    Impact of Mutations (00:17:35 - 00:18:40)
    Mitochondrial Reactive Oxygen Species (00:18:40 - 00:19:56)
    Dual Nature of Reactive Oxygen Species (00:19:56 - 00:21:30)
    Mitochondrial Dynamics (00:21:30 - 00:22:38)
    Impaired Mitophagy (00:22:38 - 00:23:43)
    Mitochondria in Atherogenesis (00:23:43 - 00:25:11)
    Somatic Mutations and Atherosclerosis (00:25:11 - 00:26:15)
    Book Recommendation (00:26:15 - 00:27:07)
    Deep Science Talk (00:27:23 - 00:28:46)
    Free Radicals and Mitochondrial Dysfunction (00:28:46 - 00:29:47)
    Bioenergetic Mosaic (00:29:47 - 00:30:19)
    Misunderstandings About Free Radicals (00:30:19 - 00:31:41)
    Mitochondrial Population Flux (00:31:41 - 00:32:49)
    Redox State and Transcription Factors (00:32:49 - 00:33:54)
    Third Pillar Revelation (00:33:54 - 00:39:32)
    User Reports and Mitochondrial Theory (00:39:32 - 00:40:46)
    Cosmetic Applications (00:40:46 - 00:41:43)
    Cancer Protection and Hair Growth (00:41:43 - 00:42:50)
    Scientific Interest and Applications (00:42:50 - 00:45:27)
    Excitement and Synergy (00:45:27 - 00:47:06)
    Closing Remarks and Next Episode (00:47:06 - 00:48:04)

    - Article from episode: Mitochondrial Aging and Age-Related Dysfunction of Mitochondria Recommended book on mitochondria: Mitochondria and the Future of Medicine - Lee Know, MD - BioLight Bundles offers bundles of products that are 20% off... all year long! - Kindle version of Red Light Therapy Treatment Protocols eBook, 4th Edition -

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    Circadian Health, Quantum Biology & Leptin Sensitivity w/ Sarah Kleiner Feb 29, 2024

    I jump at any chance I get to listen, learn and converse with an expert in the area of circadian and quantum health. Luckily, one of my favorite educators in this domain, Sarah Kleiner, was available to sit down for an engaging chat. Sarah is phenomenal at breaking down rather complex subjects and lucidly explaining the "low hanging fruit" of quantum health with such simplicity, even a cave man could do it! Yes, pun intended.
    In today's conversation, we cover an array of topics ranging from morning routines and sun exposure to the importance of eating breakfast and leptin sensitivity to red light therapy's impact on wellness to the role of mitochondria in quantum health to a relatively new theory showing that deuterium-depleted water may be a more important end-product of oxidative phosphorylation than ATP (yes, that token of energy)... and much, much more!
    Sarah Kleiner is a Quantum Health Coach with the Quantum Biology Collective (levels 1 & 2), a Certified Nutrition Coach with NASM, and just completed the New Biology Curriculum with Dr. Tom Cowan. Sarah has over 14 years of experience working one on one with clients to optimize nutrition, lifestyle & mindset. Her goal is to shift the paradigm when it comes to circadian rhythms, health & light, and help people integrate these principles into their lives in a modern world.
    As I mention in this episode, Sarah has a monumental archive of quantum and circadian health education on her Instagram feed (@sarahkleinerwellness) that you could spend days and days sifting through and learning to your heart's content.... which I highly, highly recommend you do. She also has amazing free education and deeper dives via her courses that can be found on her website (link can be found in the podcast show notes).
    I hope you enjoy the conversation today with Sarah Kleiner. Please share this episode with family, friends and colleagues if you find the content especially interesting and/or impactful.

    As always, learn lots and light up your health! -

    Introduction of Sarah Kleiner 00:00:26 - 00:00:49

    • Sarah Kleiner, a quantum health coach with NASA certification and background in Quantum Biology, is introduced.

    Dr. Tom Cowin's Books and Sarah's Acknowledgment 00:00:49 - 00:01:29

    • Mention of Dr. Tom Cowin's books
    • Sarah acknowledges having Dr. Cowin's books on her shelf.
    • Positive comments from Sarah on Dr. Cowin's books, highlighting the impact of quantum and circadian biology.

    Introduction of Sarah's Experience 00:01:29 - 00:02:29

    • Sarah's extensive experience in optimizing nutrition, lifestyle, and mindset.

    Sarah's Health Journey 00:02:29 - 00:06:29

    • Sarah shares her journey into alternative health, triggered by her daughter's non-speaking autism.
    • Discussion on health crises, carnivore diet, struggles with hormonal issues, and the turning point involving Dr. Jack Kruse.
    • Details about challenges with IVF and the discovery of red light therapy leading to pregnancy success.

    Sarah's Pregnancy Journey 00:06:30 - 00:08:33

    • Sarah details the implementation of circadian and quantum biology and red light therapy in her pregnancy journey.
    • Sarah expresses a passion for teaching and providing free information on quantum and circadian health.

    Morning Routine and UVA Exposure 00:08:33 - 00:11:56

    • Impactful changes, emphasizing morning sunlight and blocking blue light at night.
    • Sarah highlights the significance of morning sunlight, her routine, and specific time windows for UVA exposure.

    Blue Light Blockers 00:11:56 - 00:14:55

    • Discussion on Sarah's use of blue light blockers, their application during the day and night, and preferences for yellow and red blockers based on the time of day.

    Red Light Therapy 00:14:55 - 00:17:58

    • Discomfort with unhealthy habits.
    • Discussion on red light therapy during pregnancy, including its combination with a vitamin D lamp.
    • Exploration of the benefits and safety aspects of red light therapy.

    Leptin and Circadian Rhythms 00:17:58 - 00:21:53

    • Discussion on leptin, its discovery, and its impact on physiological systems.
    • Sarah introduces her 21-day leptin reset protocol, emphasizing its effectiveness.
    • Dr. Belkowski inquires about noticeable changes in leptin sensitivity.

    Dietary Shifts and Weight Loss: 00:22:32 - 00:27:45

    • Dr. Belkowski's intermittent fasting and Sarah's advice on breakfast.
    • Discussion on the positive impact of lifestyle changes, including enhanced energy, reduced stress hormones, and remarkable weight loss.

    Paradigm Shift: 00:27:45:18 - 00:28:04:29

    • The paradigm shift in eating for metabolic, hormonal, and circadian rhythm reasons.

    Dietary Approach and Improved Metabolism: 00:28:05:01 - 00:29:40:23

    • Sarah's transition from carnivore to a more flexible approach.
    • Discussion on handling occasional off-plan foods and becoming leptin sensitive.

    Coffee and Cortisol: 00:30:38:27 - 00:36:43:08

    • Dr. Belkowski’s espresso habits and the impact of coffee on cortisol.
    • Sarah's perspective on coffee timing.

    Nervous System Regulation: 00:37:57:00 - 00:40:52:22

    • Strategies for nervous system regulation, including somatic work and laser therapy.
    • Dr. Belkowski’s interest in laser therapy results and Sarah's success stories.

    Light's Impact on Health: 00:43:04 - 00:46:04

    • Discussion on light's impact on health, starting with basic practices and building momentum gradually.

    Mitochondria and Quantum Health: 00:46:04 - 00:50:53

    • Discussion on mitochondria, deuterium-depleted water, and the role of water in quantum coherence.
    • Sarah emphasizes her focus on cellular water and explores cold therapy as a fertility enhancer and fat cell shrinker.

    Cold Therapy and Water Quality: 00:53:26 - 00:56:52

    • Sarah discusses cold therapy, its duration, and the benefits of full immersion.
    • Discussion on deuterium-depleted water, water quality, and Sarah's experimentation with hydrogen inhalation.

    Sarah's Recommendations and Closing: 01:00:07:27 - 01:04:31:28

    • Sarah's recommendations for water consumption.
    • Mention of Sarah's platforms for more information.
    • Closing remarks and details about other educational content on red light therapy.
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    The Mitochondrial Triad & Killing a Virus in 48 Hours w/ Methylene Blue Feb 22, 2024

    There seems to be another wicked virus going around and I seemed to find (or, more accurately, it found me) during my trip to Seattle. Luckily, I had packed my BioBlue Leuco! So while it was a miserable experience consisting of intense full-body aches, zero appetite, extremely low energy and the inability to sleep because of those aforementioned symptoms, it provided me with an amazing methylene blue, or in this case leucomethylene blue, anecdote. Compared to the typical recovery time of 4 - 7 days or more, getting back to my normal self in 48 hours was nothing short of astounding. So I felt compelled to share that story with you guys today.
    For quite some time now, I have been working on a concept that is predicated on all of the information I have been absorbing for the past 5+ years about optimizing health, wellness and longevity. And based on my synthesis of all of this information, and information I continue to learn on a daily basis, it has become abundantly clear that the lowest hanging fruit and the ultimate root source of our health and vitality is (surprise, surprise): mitochondrial function.
    With that being said, in today's episode I reveal my conceptualization: The Mitochondrial Triad. As the name implies, there are three pillars to this triad​. Listen to find out what they are!​​
    I hope you enjoy the information in today's solosode. Please share this episode with family, friends and colleagues if you find the content especially interesting and/or impactful.
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    Introduction and Sickness Onset

    00:00:00 - 00:01:19:20: Introduction to Red Light Report podcast and Dr. Michael Koski.

    • Teaser on mitochondrial triad concept.
    • Sudden sickness during Seattle trip.
    • Exposure to crowded places, detailed symptoms, and use of methylene blue.

    Seattle Trip Details

    • 00:01:19:27 - 00:05:23:24: Seattle trip background and crowded places visited.
    • Onset of sickness on Saturday night.
    • Exposure points including airplane, dinner, Pike Market, coffee shop, and Discovery Park.
    • Reflection on crowdedness at Discovery Park.

    Sickness and Methylene Blue Dosage

    • 00:05:42:11 - 00:12:24:12: Overview of getting sick.
    • Exposure points and crowded environments.
    • Decision to use methylene blue.
    • Dosage adjustment during sickness, disclaimer not medical advice.

    Recovery Protocol and Dosage Adjustments

    • 00:18:25:21 - 00:13:31:07: Dosage protocol initiation and sleep difficulties.
    • Symptoms' progression, protocol adherence, and activities.
    • Gradual recovery, challenges, and improvements.

    Methylene Blue and Mitochondrial Triad

    • 00:28:19:21 - 00:34:37:22: Emphasis on methylene blue's prophylactic and therapeutic uses.
    • Introduction to Mitochondrial Control Triad (red light therapy, methylene blue, and upcoming pillar).
    • Importance of mitochondria and targeting them for health.

    Detailed Exploration of Methylene Blue

    • 00:34:37:24 - 00:42:25:03: Discussion on red light therapy.
    • Introduction to methylene blue and its benefits.
    • Preferential accumulation in the central nervous system.
    • Synergies with red light therapy, neurodegenerative potential.
    • Teasers on upcoming research and third pillar reveal.

    Future Expectations and Closing

    • 00:43:47:24 - 00:52:44:24: Discussion on methylene blue's electron-donating property and photodynamic activity.
    • Teasers on the third pillar, efficient supplement choices, and the foundation of health.
    • Excitement for the future, request for reviews, and sign-off.
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    Red Light Therapy & Acupuncture, Fascia & Cupping: A Deep Dive into Health Strategies w/ Dr. Chris Motley Feb 15, 2024

    The more and more I learn about Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and acupuncture, the more I am intrigued and it just makes intuitive sense. It also helps when you learn this deep and complex knowledge from someone as intelligent and articulate as (now) three-time guest, Dr. Chris Motley. Long-time listeners of the show are familiar with Dr. Motley and his amazing command and intuition when it comes to TCM and other holistic modalities; new listeners.... you are in for a treat! He is by far one of my favorite humans to talk with, on and off the mic.
    Dr. Motley not only speaks from his depth of learning the information, but even more so from hands-on experience from his full day's of treating patients. During our conversation today, he details some fascinating discoveries he's made via experimenting with red light therapy and acupuncture points; he has observed some profound results particularly with viruses!
    We also take a deep dive into the importance of our fascial system and why it is a crucial (and, unfortunately, a highly underrated and overlooked organ system) facet of our overall wellbeing. Most commonly known for playing a major role in our mobility and flexibility, the fascia plays a much deeper role in our vitality. Dr. Motley and I also discuss the invaluable role that cupping plays in optimizing fascial health, which leads to innumerable benefits that we detail during our talk.
    ​​
    We also delve into some intriguing topics that are of special interest to Dr. Motley currently, including psychological aspect of physiological growth, the connection between psychological stress and organ growth patterns and the exploration of devices that detect static charges on the skin for diagnostic purposes
    I hope you enjoy the conversation today with Dr. Motely. Please share this episode with family, friends and colleagues if you find the content especially interesting and/or impactful.

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    Key points:

    • 0:26 - 1:43
      • Recap of the previous episode.
      • Dr. Motley's focus on incorporating red light therapy for infections.

    Dr. Motley's Experiences with Red Light Therapy:

    • 1:59 - 4:35
      • Importance of finding the right wavelength and amplitude.
      • Positive outcomes observed, including improvements in heart conditions.

    Integration of Red Light Therapy into Treatments:

    • 4:50 - 6:56
      • Disassociating frequency bond between infections and cells.
      • Cases of long-standing health issues showing improvement.

    Similarity to Acupuncture and Emotional Aspects:

    • 7:15 - 8:22.
      • Emotional aspects and flower essences in conjunction with red light therapy.

    Importance of Fascia and Wavelength-Penetration Depth Relationship:

    • 9:02 - 10:19
      • Importance of fascia and its maintenance.
      • Relationship between wavelength and penetration depth.
      • Standing wave resonance in red light therapy for infections.

    Tuning Forks, Frequency Generator, and Multi-Layered Approach:

    • 10:46 - 12:46
      • Use of tuning forks and frequency generator.
      • Multi-layered approach for Lyme disease.
      • Addressing mental and emotional components in treatment.

    Individualized Frequencies and Adaptation of Treatments:

    • 13:09 - 14:39
      • Importance of individualized frequencies.
      • Use of frequencies in the range of 300 Hz to 500 Hz.
      • Adapting treatments based on patient response.

    Variable Duration of Red Light Therapy Sessions and Real-Time Feedback:

    • 15:01 - 16:28
      • Importance of observation during treatment.
      • Evolution of red light therapy research and personalized approaches.

    Detox Reactions, Biofeedback, and Closing Remarks:

    • 17:15 - 18:21
      • Monitoring patients using biofeedback devices.
      • Importance of real-time feedback in fine-tuning treatments.
      • Closing remarks and encouragement to explore red light therapy.

    Fascia's Significance and Role:

    • 00:18:53 - 00:24:11
      • Dr. Motley explains fascia's significance and role as a comprehensive map of the body.
      • Fascia composition and conductivity alongside nerves.
      • Tendrils from fascia connecting with DNA and chromosomes.
      • Fascia's role in intracellular signaling, acupuncture, and yoga poses.

    Facial Cupping and Infrared Light Therapy Integration:

    • 00:24:11 - 00:29:06
      • Integration of infrared light therapy with cupping for skin health and infection elimination.
      • Dr. Mike Belkowski on the hydration aspect of fascia and cupping's role in creating traction.
      • Consistent facial cupping for anti-aging benefits and skin health.

    Discussion on Cupping's Impact on Facial Nerves:

    • 00:29:06:23 - 00:29:16:08
      • Reflection on cupping's similarity to reflexology on the face.
      • Affirmation of cupping's impact on facial nerves.
      • Acknowledgment of the connection between cupping and facial nerves.

    Observations and Benefits of Cupping System with Red and Near-Infrared Light:

    • 00:29:16:10 - 00:35:24:23
      • Observations on patients undergoing multiple cupping sessions.
      • Consistency in cupping leading to less color in marks.
      • Integration of red and near-infrared light in cupping for enhanced therapeutic effects.
      • Acknowledgment of the near-infrared component in their cupping system.

    Exploration of Psychological Growth and Physiological Expression:

    • 00:35:25:00 - 00:38:57:12
      • Transition to discussing current areas of interest and exploration.
      • Focus on investigating the psychological aspect of physiological growth.
      • Interest in exploring the connection between psychological stress and organ growth patterns.
      • Exploration of devices that detect static charges on the skin for diagnostic purposes.

    Environmental Factors and Health Patterns:

    • 00:39:14:22 - 00:42:30:24
      • Acknowledgment of the potential impact of new health devices on the medical field.
      • Discussion on the environmental influence on health based on geographic location.
      • Appreciation for the uniqueness of health conditions in different locations.
      • Acknowledgment of the role of environmental factors in overall health.

    Skin Issues and Their Reflection of Internal Imbalances:

    • 00:43:50:06 - 00:52:36:06
      • Dr. Motley's insights into connecting skin conditions with deeper health issues.
      • Emphasis on treating the root cause instead of addressing the visual manifestation.
      • Importance of understanding the skin's role in revealing underlying health concerns.
      • Advocacy for exploring alternative therapies and staying informed about health.
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    Red Light Therapy for Cancer, Understanding Mitochondrial Health & Taking Responsibility For Your Health w/ Mito Feb 08, 2024

    You just never know who might cross your path in life and when you'll meet someone that you instantly resonate with. Today's guest, who goes by the name of Mito, reached out to me recently to talk about red light therapy and mitochondrial health. After having a couple of intriguing phone calls with him (both of which I wish were recorded as episodes themselves) I knew I needed to get him on the podcast to talk some shop.
    What I find compelling about Mito is that he not only speaks from a place of great knowledge, based on his countless hours of personal research into various topics, but he also expounds from a place of experience. It's great when you can regurgitate what a book says or a piece of research, but being able to come from a place of grounded knowledge via direct experiences is priceless.
    During our conversation, Mito discusses a multitude of topics ranging from how he holistically saved his daughter from cancer to various red light therapy anecdotes to mitochondrial health tactics to why he's been taking methylene blue for quite some time to passionately advocating for everyone to be curious and learn and become your own best doctor and much more!
    I hope you enjoy the conversation today with Mito. Please share this episode with family, friends and colleagues if you find the content especially interesting and/or impactful.​

    As always, learn lots and light up your health! -

    Key Points:

      • Opening Conversations on Red Light Therapy - 1:03 - 1:34
        • Dr. Mike introduces Mito, mutual interests in red light therapy, and mitochondria.
        • Conversations on red light therapy, mitochondria, and health.
      • Natural Methods and Belief in Healing - 2:07 - 4:45
        • Mito’s background and commitment to natural methods.
        • Exploration of ultraviolet light and red light therapy effectiveness.
      • Advocacy for Personal Responsibility - 5:11 - 8:50
        • Mito’s natural approach to health and anecdotes of red light therapy.
        • Advocacy for proactive health and collaboration with doctors.
    • Positive Thinking and Lifestyle Changes - 10:51 - 16:55
        • Encouragement for positive thinking and exploration of health thresholds.
        • Reference to photocatalyst, mitochondria connection.
    • Reliable Health Information and Red Light Therapy - 17:48 - 20:25
        • Stress on reliable health information.
        • Dr. Mike asks about red light therapy during Mito’s daughter's cancer recovery.
    • Sun, Architecture, and Personal Red Light Therapy - 20:26 - 33:40
        • Mito discusses the sun for health and Egyptian architecture.
        • Emphasis on specific sun exposure hours and personal red light therapy experiences.
        • Recommendations for relaxation, regular use, and benefits.
    • Exploring Red Light Therapy and Personal Responsibility - 33:40 - 47:47
        • Dr. Mike addresses concerns about red light therapy and cancer.
        • Discussions on red light therapy, mitochondria, and Mito's experiences.
        • Advocacy for personal responsibility, pharmaceutical industry, and health decisions.
    • Mitochondrial Health, Lifestyle Choices, and Emotions - 47:48 - 1:02:29
      • Dr. Mike explores mitochondrial health and lifestyle choices with Mito.
      • Mito's holistic approach to health and the impact of emotions on red light therapy.
      • Appreciation and closing thoughts, plans for future engagement.
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    Red Light Therapy Anecdotes & Leucomethylene Blue Feb 01, 2024

    Ever curious about what results people in the "real world" are achieving with red light therapy? Well this past week on BioLight's Instagram page, we had a feed post to elicit some responses and, oh boy, did it ever. So much that I felt compelled to highlight some of the comments left by people to showcase the variety of ways people are successfully utilizing red light therapy to benefit their health and wellness. From vision to numerous skin health benefits to excelling in exercise/lifting to improving children's sleep and more!
    The proverbial meat and potatoes of this episode is introducing and learning about methylene blue's reduced version, leucomethylene blue. This is what your body intrinsicly processes methylene blue into that is ingested, but there are some major advantages to taking leucomethylene blue. It's almost instantly bioavailable (as your body does not have to break it down, as it does with MB), the antioxidant effect is nearly immediate (for the same reason) and it has even less toxins than MB (since reducing the MB to leucoMB further removes any metals, toxins. etc; but keep in mind that pharmaceutical grade MB is already very pure. This is only to say the leucoMB is inherently more pure because of it being further reduced and, thus further purified).
    The above advantages have led to the following personal anecdotal responses since I started using leucomethylene blue: a more rapid cognitive/focus boost and enhanced exercise performance (I have found leucoMB to function essentially as a pre-workout, but without all the junk and jitters. Just clean energy!).
    After being introduced to leucoMB, I then cover a couple of studies that demonstrate its massive efficacy, particularly as it relates to neurodegeneration in Alzheimer's Disease. We already know that most of the methylene blue ingested ends up in the brain — which is no different for leucoMB — but it appears that leucoMB may have a more pronounced effect. I have no doubt that as time goes on, we'll more more and more about the advantages of methylene blue and leucomethylene blue.
    Lastly, I announce the release of BioLight's newest supplement: BioBlue Leuco. At the time of this solosode release, this product will be released within the next 24 hours, so stay tuned for more updates!
    I hope you enjoy the information in today's solosode. Please share this episode with family, friends and colleagues if you find the content especially interesting and/or impactful.
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    Key points:

    Introduction and BioLight Supplement: 00:00:01 - 00:01:51

    • The podcast opens with a tantalizing preview of a methylene blue derivative in the Red Light Report.
    • Dr. Mike Belkowski takes the stage to introduce an intriguing new product: a BioLight supplement designed to promote health and wellness.
    • He encourages listeners to consider the potential benefits of this supplement, setting the stage for an engaging episode.

    Testimonials on Red Light Therapy: 00:02:15 - 00:06:03

    • The narrative shifts to user testimonials, showcasing the diverse and positive experiences with red light therapy.
    • Highlights include users reporting improved vision, enhanced skin without makeup, and anti-aging benefits.
    • Dr. Mike underlines the therapy's multifaceted impact on skin, collagen production, and exercise recovery, fostering an atmosphere of excitement and possibility.

    Diverse Benefits of Red Light Therapy: 00:07:06 - 00:13:38

    • The episode delves deeper into the myriad benefits of red light therapy, spotlighting user testimonials on improved sleep, reduced anxiety, and overall health enhancement.
    • Noteworthy is a user's preference for red light therapy over Botox for collagen production, emphasizing a natural approach using light instead of neurotoxins.
    • Dr. Mike reflects on the versatility of red light therapy beyond skin health, discussing its impact on mitochondrial function, sleep, thyroid, and exercise performance.

    Introduction to Lucho Methylene Blue: 00:18:50 - 00:49:32

    • The narrative seamlessly transitions to the introduction of Lucho Methylene Blue, a compound with promising benefits.
    • Dr. Mike covers the compound's advantages and its synergy with red light therapy, providing listeners with a comprehensive understanding of its potential applications.
    • The discussion delves into the compound's reduced form, cyclic and regenerative antioxidant properties, and the vital role of antioxidants in maintaining cellular redox balance.

    Impact on Alzheimer's and Neurodegeneration: 00:49:58 - 00:57:13

    • The focus shifts towards Lucho Methylene Blue's potential impact on Alzheimer's and neurodegeneration.
    • Dr. Mike introduces the significance of Tau pathology in Alzheimer's and sheds light on the neurofilament light chain (NFL) as a crucial factor in neurodegenerative diseases.
    • The correlation between NFL levels, Alzheimer's severity, and the positive results of a phase three trial with Lucho Methylene Blue are explored.

    BioBlue Lucho Release and Closing: 01:07:49:00 - 01:14:53:28

    • The episode concludes with the exciting revelation of BioBlue Lucho, a product set to hit the market.
    • Details on pricing, benefits, and considerations for those finding traditional methylene blue intense are shared.
    • Dr. Mike expresses gratitude for listeners' support, encourages reviews, teases future episodes, and invites suggestions. The offer of an exclusive discount code, Lucho15, adds a final touch to the closing remarks.
    - Articles Referenced in Episode: The Potential of Leucomethylene Blue in Methemoglobinemia Treatment: A New Hope for Patients with G6PD?
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    Infrared Sauna Protocol; Pretreatment w/ Methylene Blue; Impact of Gut Dysbiosis & Mitochondrial Dysfunction on Long COVID Jan 25, 2024

    Huzzah! Another week, another solosode and more research to delve into and learn from. Just what the doctor ordered...
    ​​But before we cover research, I thought it would be worth our while to learn from the Finnish biohacking experts — one of which is previous TRLR guest, Dr. Olli Sovijärvi — in their massive tome, Biohacker's Handbook. Specifically, I thought it would be great provide you with some strategies and tactics for your sauna sessions via a sauna protocol they provide in the book. It's a protocol I've used myself over the years and works wonders for detoxing.
    On the research side of things, we first dive into an interesting study that looks at pretreatment with methylene blue in neonatals to reduce toxin-induced brain and cognitive deficits. While it may not seem like the most relatable topic, there are a lot of great take away points from the article that I discuss.
    The second article thoroughly addresses how the combination of our gut microbiome and dybiosis along with dysfunctional mitochondria and suppressed NAD+ levels set the stage for the dreaded milieu of chronic symptoms associated with Long COVID. While they don't provide solutions for the issues they highlight, it's safe to say that both red light therapy and methylene blue have a major role to play with the road to recovery from Long COVID, based on the root causes outlined in the article.
    I hope you enjoy the information in today's solosode. Please share this episode with family, friends and colleagues if you find the content especially interesting and/or impactful.
    As always, light up your health!

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    Key points:

    • Introduction (00:00:01 - 00:00:28):
      • Dr. Mike Belkowski introduces Red Light Report, focusing on red light therapy for health.
    • Listener Engagement and Infrared Saunas (00:00:28 - 00:00:54):
      • Acknowledgment of December episodes, interest in photobiomodulation, and previous episode on infrared saunas.
    • Techniques for Infrared Sauna Users (00:00:54 - 00:01:22):
      • Response to listener requests, teasing techniques, and reference to "The Biohackers Handbook."
    • Insights from "The Biohackers Handbook" (00:01:22 - 00:01:49):
      • Introduction of Dr. Olli Sovijärvi, overview of the book, and comprehensive information.
    • Sauna Types and Health Benefits (00:02:16 - 00:02:37):
      • Discussion on traditional and infrared saunas, benefits, and Finnish tradition.
    • Infrared Sauna Overview (00:03:36 - 00:04:11):
      • Introduction to infrared saunas, far infrared's impact, and comparison to red and near-infrared light.
    • Methylene Blue Introduction (00:06:24 - 00:07:02):
      • Introduction to methylene blue, historical background, and primary target in brain protection.
    • Methylene Blue Protocol (00:08:05 - 00:08:34):
      • Introduction to the protocol, brisk movement, infrared sauna, and consumption of mineral-rich fluids.
    • Methylene Blue Study Introduction (00:10:00 - 00:10:27):
      • Discussion on the vulnerability of the developing brain to anesthesia and investigating methylene blue's effects.
    • Study Findings on Methylene Blue Pretreatment (00:25:28 - 00:26:17):
      • Comprehensive study methods and impact on mitochondrial health and cognitive deficits.
    • Methylene Blue Dosage Recommendations (00:24:18 - 00:24:52):
      • General health dose considerations, Mark Sloan's recommendation, and advocacy for ten milligrams twice a day.
    • Methylene Blue and Red Light Therapy Synergy (00:28:06 - 00:28:30):
      • Discussion on the synergy between methylene blue and red light therapy.
    • Study Reflection and Implications (00:28:30 - 00:28:56):
      • Reflection on study outcomes, reduction of negative effects, and potential applications.
    • Conclusion and Article Recommendation (00:32:53 - 00:33:28):
      • Wrap-up with focus on methylene blue's benefits and encouragement to read the detailed article on long COVID.
    • Closing Thoughts on Methylene Blue (00:37:33 - 00:38:02):
      • Recap of key points, importance for mitochondrial health, and assurance of Bio Blue's quality.
    • Research Validation and Mitochondrial Dysfunction (38:02:21 - 38:31:01):
      • Emphasizes validating methylene blue's use.
      • Connects illnesses, including long COVID, to mitochondrial dysfunction.
      • Advocates for NAD+ precursor in methylene blue for optimal mitochondrial function.
    • Deleterious Effects of Long COVID on Energy Production (38:31:04 - 39:16:04):
      • Highlights long COVID's impact on energy production.
      • Stresses the importance of addressing oxidative stress, inflammation, and mitochondrial dysfunction.
    • Role of NAD+ in Metabolic Stress (39:16:07 - 39:48:04):
      • Discusses NAD+'s role in metabolic stress.
      • Explores intricate molecular mechanisms in long COVID.
    • NAD+ Depletion and Abnormalities in Long COVID (39:48:06 - 40:24:07):
      • Focuses on NAD+ depletion and abnormalities in long COVID.
      • Points out potential triggers for long COVID pathogenesis.
    • Interplay of Dysregulation and Mitochondria (40:24:12 - 40:49:03):
      • Emphasizes interconnected dysregulation phases.
      • Discusses connections between dysbiosis, leaky electron transport chain, and long COVID.
    • Conclusion: Key Role of Mitochondrial Dysfunction (40:49:05 - 41:27:14):
      • Stresses mitochondrial dysfunction's key role in long COVID.
      • Calls for follow-up and individualized health programs for post-COVID patients.
    • Cheeky Phases of Mitochondria and Dysbiosis (41:27:14 - 41:58:26):
      • Discusses cheeky references to mitochondria phases.
      • Highlights systemic inflammation, dysfunctional mitochondria, and red light therapy's potential.
    • Leaky Gut, Electron Transport Chain, and Oxidative Stress (41:58:28 - 42:21:11):
      • Explores connections between dysbiosis, leaky electron transport chain, and oxidative stress.
      • Advocates for red light therapy in addressing these issues.
    • Conclusion on Modern Mitochondrial Dysfunction (42:21:11 - 42:54:16):
      • Summarizes modern mitochondrial dysfunction's role in long COVID.
      • Emphasizes reciprocal actions between infection, dysbiosis, and inflammation.
    • Conclusion on Dysbiosis and Mitochondrial Dysfunction (42:54:18 - 43:48:03):
      • Highlights dysbiosis's role in long COVID.
      • Advocates for further study and individualized health programs.
    • Role of Dysbiosis in Long COVID (43:48:05 - 44:17:00):
      • Discusses dysbiosis and its impact.
      • Highlights effects of pandemic stress on intestinal dysbiosis and mental health.
    • Persistence of SARS-CoV-2 and Dysfunctional Mitochondria (44:17:03 - 44:51:21):
      • Explores SARS-CoV-2 remnants and dysfunctional mitochondria in long COVID.
      • Advocates for follow-up and assistance through individualized health programs.
    • Oral Microbiome and Red/Blue Light Therapy (44:51:26 - 45:18:29):
      • Discusses oral microbiome, harmful bacteria, and red/blue light therapy.
      • Emphasizes potential impact on the gut-brain axis.
    • Targeting Specific Organs with Red Light Therapy (45:19:02 - 45:55:03):
      • Discusses red light therapy's targeted benefits.
      • Advocates for a holistic approach to health.
    • Red Light Therapy for Long COVID Recovery (45:55:05 - 46:18:11):
      • Explores red light therapy's potential in long COVID recovery.
      • Advocates for ongoing research.
    • Holistic Therapies and Societal Impact (46:18:14 - 46:43:17):
      • Reflects on the societal impact of holistic therapies.
      • Emphasizes a shift toward holistic, individualized healthcare.
    • Addressing Dysbiosis and Mitochondrial Dysfunction (46:43:20 - 47:08:16):
      • Stresses the need to address dysbiosis and mitochondrial dysfunction.
      • Highlights the role of personalized health programs and holistic therapies.
    • Impact of Modern Lifestyles on Health (47:08:18 - 47:42:23):
      • Reflects on modern lifestyles' impact on health.
      • Emphasizes lifestyle modifications and individualized approaches.
    • Empowering Individuals with Holistic Approaches (47:42:26 - 48:11:05):
      • Advocates for empowering individuals with holistic approaches.
      • Stresses the role of education and awareness.
    • NAD+ as a Key Player in Health Optimization (48:11:07 - 48:51:03):
      • Highlights NAD+'s significance in health optimization.
      • Advocates for a holistic approach and targeted therapies.
    • Promoting Well-Being Through Holistic Approaches (48:51:10 - 49:18:03):
      • Discusses the broader implications of holistic approaches.
      • Advocates for a paradigm shift toward preventive healthcare.
    • Closing Thoughts and Invitation to Share (49:18:05 - 49:40:19):
      • Shares closing thoughts on holistic approaches.
      • Invites listeners to share feedback and explore holistic modalities.
    • Reflecting on an Exciting Episode (49:40:21 - 50:23:01):
      • Reflects on the excitement and impact of the episode.
      • Summarizes topics, including infrared sauna, methylene blue, quantum health, and long COVID.
    • Closing Remarks and Gratitude (50:23:01 - 51:30:09):
      • Encourages exploration of topics covered in the episode.
    - Book & Articles Referenced in Episode: Biohackers Handbook - Olli Sovijärvi, Teemu Arina, Jaakko Halmetoja Methylene Blue Pretreatment Protects Against Repeated Neonatal Isoflurane Exposure-Induced Brain Injury and Memory Loss
    Gut Microbiota and Mitochondria: Health and Pathophysiological Aspects of Long COVID - Methylene blue is considered to be one of the — if not THE — best antiviral around. Especially during the winter season, proactively using methylene blue could be one of the best options to ward off viruses and illness. It should be in everyone's toolkit!
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    Health & Longevity Benefits of Sauna, Infrared Sauna vs. Red Light Therapy & Photobiomodulation For Premyopia Jan 18, 2024

    One of the more common questions I get asked, as it relates to red light therapy, is how is it different than infrared saunas? Do they elicit the same health benefits? Which one is "better"? If I had to choose one, which modality should I use? Understandably, the major hangup and confusion comes from both technologies integrating infrared light... granted of different flavors of infrared and, thus, different physiological responses.
    We cover the basics of what infrared saunas are, the difference between traditional vs. infrared saunas, discuss the ​top 10 benefits derived from consistent hyperthermia treatment and more. Possibly, most importantly, I delineate the differences between infrared saunas and red light therapy and emphasize the importance of not doing red light therapy and sauna simultaneously! This is especially important to understand and appreciate, as I have seen more and more often that infrared sauna companies are incorporating red light therapy (either for ambience lighting and/or actual red light therapy panels and other devices inside of the sauna). Long story short: the heat from the sauna inhibits the benefits you would otherwise obtain from red light therapy. ​​
    Lastly, we will cover a very, very hot-off-the-press photobiomodulation research article that looks at red light therapy for treating children with premyopia. In a world with exponentially increased screen time, particularly in youths, any type of alternative modality to help prevent, stave off and reverse eye and vision issues ​is a massive deal. If you have eyes, this study has some groundbreaking results that you will want to learn about.
    I hope you enjoy the information in today's solosode. Please share this episode with family, friends and colleagues if you find the content especially interesting and/or impactful.
    ​​ As always, light up (and sweat out) your health! -

    • Introduction and Weather Update (00:00:00):
      • Dr. Mike Belkowski welcomes listeners to another episode of the Red Light Report.
      • Mentions cold weather in Montana, ranging from -20 to -30 degrees.
      • Talks about the coziness of his surroundings during the recording.
    • Sauna and Red Light Therapy Discussion (00:00:26) - 00:02:35):
      • Dr. Mike discusses his recent activities, including sauna and red light therapy.
      • Announces a focus on the differences between infrared saunas and red light therapy in this episode.
      • Expresses the need to clarify the topic for new followers.
    • Infrared Sauna Overview (00:03:00) - 00:08:42):
      • Dr. Mike delves into infrared saunas, emphasizing the use of far infrared light.
      • Advises seeking third-party testing for companies claiming full spectrum infrared light.
      • Highlights the importance of understanding the intensity of near-infrared light.
    • Benefits of Infrared Saunas (00:08:42:25 - 00:17:48:13):
      • Explains the benefits of infrared saunas, including heart health, detoxification, and athletic recovery.
      • Discusses the role of far infrared rays in penetration and detoxification.
      • Explores the impact on growth hormone levels, arthritic and muscular pain relief, and muscle gain/fat loss.
      • Mentions the potential increase in muscle regrowth through intermittent hyperthermia.
    • Far Infrared Saunas Overview (00:08:42:25 - 00:09:11:15):
      • Dr. Mike emphasizes that infrared saunas predominantly use far infrared light, operating at lower temperatures compared to traditional saunas.
      • Far infrared rays penetrate the skin deeply, leading to improved circulation, relaxation, and potential detoxification through sweat
    • Benefits of Far Infrared Saunas (00:09:11:17 - 00:10:51:29):
      • Dr. Mike elaborates on the top reasons and benefits of using infrared saunas.
        • Heart Health and Longevity
        • Detoxification
        • Athletic Recovery
    • Arthritic and Muscular Pain Relief (00:12:36:14 - 00:17:24:02):
    • Dr. Mike discusses the positive impact of infrared sauna on pain relief and increased mobility
    • Sauna-induced pain relief
    • Increased flexibility of collagen-based tissues (tendons, fascia, joint capsules) at higher temperatures
    • Muscle Gain and Fat Loss (00:18:24:45 - 00:19:34:58):
    • Dr. Mike explores how saunas can promote muscle growth and fat loss.
    • Improved insulin sensitivity and reduced muscle protein breakdown are linked to sauna sessions.
    • Reduced insulin resistance and increased muscle growth and weight control
    • Human Growth Hormone (HGH) and Heat Shock Protein Synthesis (00:19:35:01 - 00:27:43:58):
    • Dr. Mike emphasizes the benefits for athletes and exercise enthusiasts, citing the release of Human Growth Hormone (HGH) during sauna sessions.
    • Increased expression of heat shock protein synthesis is discussed as a secondary benefit. These proteins help spare muscles during periods of reduced exercise or stress
    • Immune System Boost (00:19:59:11 - 00:21:04:33):
      • Dr. Mike refers to a study in the Journal of Human Kinetics, which investigated the effects of saunas on the immune system. Sauna sessions were found to increase the number of white blood cells, lymphocytes, and basal cell counts, stimulating the immune system
      • German medical research suggests that saunas can significantly reduce the incidence of colds and influenza. Regular sauna use and sunbathing are associated with a 30% lower chance of getting a cold or influenza
    • Skin Rejuvenation (00:21:05:15 - 00:21:34:20):
      • Replacing dead skin cells and removing bacteria from the skin and sweat ducts
      • Increased capillary circulation, giving the skin a softer, younger appearance and reducing wrinkles
    • Relaxation and Better Sleep (00:21:34:23 - 00:22:43:39):
      • Sauna use is linked to deeper, more relaxed sleep and relief from chronic tension and fatigue
    • Increased Cardiovascular Performance (00:22:43:41 - 00:23:47:43):
      • Post-exercise sauna treatment for 31 minutes is shown to increase oxygen consumption and red blood cell production.
      • Sauna-induced heat leads to increased cardiac output, contributing to improved cardiovascular performance.
    • Increased Stress Resilience (00:23:48:16 - 00:24:21:19):
      • Sauna-induced hypothermia triggers the production of heat shock proteins, preventing protein degradation and muscle loss.
      • Heat shock proteins play a crucial role in cellular stress response, promoting stress resistance, preventing free radical damage, and supporting cellular antioxidant capacity.
    • Heat Shock Proteins and Cellular Benefits (00:24:21:21 - 00:27:09:34):
      • Dr. Mike delves into the specific benefits of heat shock proteins, including cellular repair and protection, anti-inflammatory effects, stress adaptation, improved cellular function, cardiovascular health, and detoxification.
    • Sauna Usage Frequency and Red Light Therapy (00:27:09:36 - 00:30:59:36):
      • Dr. Mike shares his sauna usage frequency, emphasizing the motivation for exercise enthusiasts and the benefits discussed earlier.
      • He highlights the importance of not combining infrared sauna sessions with red light therapy, as the heat from the sauna may inhibit the benefits of red light therapy. Dr. Praveen Irani's insights on this topic are referenced, suggesting that separating these treatments is crucial for maximizing their benefits.
    • Red Light Therapy and Saunas (00:30:59:39 - 00:31:28:04):
      • Emphasizes not combining red light therapy and saunas, citing potential issues.
    • Difference Between Infrared Saunas and Red Light Therapy (00:31:28:06 - 00:31:58:28):
      • Discusses the physiological impact on mitochondria.
    • Benefits of Red Light Therapy on Mitochondrial Function (00:31:59:04 - 00:32:28:27)
      • Red light therapy improves mitochondrial function.
    • Impact of Modern Lifestyles on Mitochondria (00:32:28:30 - 00:32:55:40)
      • Lack of consistent exposure to sunlight affects cytochrome C oxidase.
    • Nitric Oxide and Oxygen Dynamics in Mitochondria (00:32:55:42 - 00:33:22:41)
      • Explains how nitric oxide affects oxygen entry.
    • Link Between Mitochondrial Function and Overall Health (00:33:22:47 - 00:33:49:52)
    • Comparison of Infrared Saunas and Red Light Therapy (00:33:49:52 - 00:34:19:30)
    • Choosing Between Sauna and Red Light Therapy (00:35:26:26 - 00:35:57:00)
    • Frequency of Use (00:35:57:03 - 00:36:28:18)
    • Preference for Red Light Therapy (00:37:14:04 - 00:37:48:14)
    • Recent Study on Red Light Therapy for Myopia Control (00:37:48:16 - 00:38:18:13)
    • Study Methodology (00:38:18:15 - 00:38:37:02)
    • Findings (00:39:59:20 - 00:40:48:29)
    • Highlights the study's findings of increased choroid thickness and flow.
    • Conclusion (00:41:27:04 - 00:42:03:53)
      • Emphasizes the significance of the study's results but calls for further research.
    • Advocacy for Low-Level Red Light Therapy Devices (00:42:37:14 - 00:43:05:36)
      • Recommends considering devices like the BioLight Glow for low-dose red light therapy benefits.
    • Closing Thoughts (00:53:51:01 - 00:54:41:09):
      • Dr. Mike expresses excitement about ongoing research and encourages the proactive use of red light therapy.
    - Article Referenced in Episode: The Effects of Repeated Low-Level Red-Light Therapy on the Structure and Vasculature of the Choroid and Retina in Children with Premyopia - Methylene blue is considered to be one of the — if not THE — best antiviral around. Especially during the winter season, proactively using methylene blue could be one of the best options to ward of viruses and illness. It should be in everyone's toolkit!
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    Research: Concussions, Plantar Fasciitis, Primary Mitochondrial Diseases, & Methylene Blue & Toluidine Blue Combats Cancer Jan 11, 2024

    This week we are going to dig into some interesting research I've been compiling the last several months (and I have plenty more where this came from!). We will cover an array of our favorite topics in red light therapy, mitochondria and methylene blue.
    We will first look at a piece of research that discusses primary mitochondrial diseases (PMDs); however, the article is directed towards physicians and how they can start to recognize patterns and red flags associated with various PMDs (i.e., mitochondrial dysfunction). To me this is extremely exciting in the sense that this type of mitochondrial information is (slowly but surely) permeating its way into the allopathic world. It can't happen fast enough!
    The second article looks at methylene blue and a new, yet quite similar synthetic dye salt, blue compound called toluidine blue. The study looks at how when used together, they have a synergistic effect against oral squamous cell carcinoma. I need to know more about toluidine blue!
    The third article looks at the effect of transcranial photobiomodulation on concussions. This study is a perfect example of a "non-result" not necessarily being a bad thing or that is should be taken at face value. I will discuss why.
    The last, and likely most relevant, study I review is on red light therapy's impact on reducing pain and improving function with plantar fasciitis (PF). I've personally never dealt with PF, but I have treated it countless times as a physical therapist and know many other people that have dealt with it -- long story short, it is not fun in the slightest and is incredibly easy for it to become a chronic and/or recurring issue. Red light therapy certainly has a role to play with PF. And, based on my experience, cupping may be one of the BEST modalities in the fight against PF. Did anyone say ReVamp cupping system for combined red light therapy and cupping? As always, enjoy the information and light up your health! -

    Key points:

    Introduction and Content Teaser (00:00:16 - 00:01:04:29)

    • Dr. Mike's welcome and reflections.
    • Teaser for red light therapy, mitochondrial health, and more.

    BioLight's Evolution (00:01:04:29 - 00:04:05:09)

    • Revamped cupping system introduction.
    • Upcoming research coverage.
    • BioLight's future and seamless integration.

    Vision and Innovation (00:04:05:09 - 00:06:45:01)

    • Vision for 2024 and beyond.
    • Examples of integrating red light therapy.
    • BioLight's new direction and upcoming products.

    Mitochondrial Health Focus (00:06:45:04 - 00:08:06:22)

    • Integration of methylene blue.
    • BioLight as a mitochondrial health company.

    Primary Mitochondrial Diseases (00:08:06:24 - 00:14:14:25)

    • Introduction to the research article.
    • Red flags and manifestations across body systems.
    • Conclusion and article promotion.

    Mitochondrial Oxidative Phosphorylation (00:18:25:17 - 00:19:32:25)

    • Focus on genetically determined impairment.
    • Reiteration of manifestations and red flags.

    Photodynamic Therapy with Methylene Blue (00:21:07:08 - 00:28:03:14)

    • Introduction to the second article.
    • Investigation and synergistic effects.
    • Toluidine blue's potential and further exploration.

    Red Light Therapy and Concussion

    • Introduction to red light therapy for concussion (00:28:03 - 00:28:44)
    • Emphasis on mitochondria's role in brain health.

    Mitochondrial Dense Tissue (00:28:44 - 00:29:15)

    • Significance of mitochondria in the brain.
    • Teaser for transcranial photobiomodulation article.

    Clinical Trial Article (00:29:15 - 00:29:55)

    • Overview of a randomized clinical trial on photobiomodulation.

    Background on Transcranial Photobiomodulation (00:29:55 - 00:30:27)

    • Literature on benefits for post-concussion recovery.

    Methods and Outcome Measures (00:30:27 - 00:31:16)

    • Description of the study methods and primary outcome measure.

    Participant Demographics and Sessions (00:31:16 - 00:32:22)

    • Details on participants and session frequency.

    Results and Conclusion (00:32:22 - 00:33:37)

    • Presentation of results and conclusion.

    Research Limitations (00:33:37 - 00:34:40)

    • Reflection on study limitations and importance of details.

    Negative Results and Quality (00:34:40 - 00:36:05)

    • Interpretation of negative results and critique of research quality.

    Final Thoughts (00:36:05 - 00:37:04)

    • Reminder that negative results don't dismiss potential benefits.

    Plantar Fasciitis and Photobiomodulation Therapy

    • Introduction to Plantar Fasciitis Article (00:39:14 - 00:39:54)
    • Teaser for an article on Photobiomodulation Therapy for plantar fasciitis.

    Cupping for Plantar Fasciitis (00:39:55 - 00:41:03)

    • Efficacy of cupping for plantar fasciitis.
    • Mechanism, benefits, and procedure details.

    Cupping Sounds and Pathology (00:41:51 - 00:42:38)

    • Discussion on sounds during cupping and their relation to pathology.

    Photobiomodulation Article Introduction (00:42:38 - 00:44:10)

    • Overview of an article on Photobiomodulation Therapy for plantar fasciitis.

    Conservative Treatment Critique (00:44:10 - 00:45:06)

    • Critique of conservative treatments for plantar fasciitis.

    Corticosteroid Injection Issues (00:45:06 - 00:46:02)

    • Caution against corticosteroid injections and their detrimental cycle.

    Introduction to Photobiomodulation Therapy (00:46:27 - 00:47:37)

    • Introduction to Photobiomodulation Therapy for tendinopathy.

    Dosage and Wavelengths (00:47:37 - 00:49:14)

    • Enthusiasm for optimized wavelengths and dosing parameters.
    • Importance of detailed dosing information.

    Near-Infrared for Plantar Fascia (00:49:14 - 00:49:41)

    • Advocacy for near-infrared wavelengths for deeper tissue effects.

    Study Overview (00:51:19 - 00:53:16)

    • Assessment of clinical impact on pain and function.

    Photobiomodulation Therapy Protocol (00:53:40 - 00:54:49)

    • Details on therapy frequency and duration.

    Outcomes and Measurements (00:54:49 - 01:01:01)

    • Primary outcomes: pain reduction and functional improvement.

    Study Summary and Discussion (01:01:01 - 01:04:34)

    • Three main findings and future considerations.

    Conclusion and Closing Remarks (01:04:34 - 01:06:45)

    • Long-term benefits of standardized therapy.
    • Encouragement to share findings and closing remarks.
    _ Articles referenced in episode: Red Flags in Primary Mitochondrial Diseases: What Should We Recognize? Photodynamic Therapy with an Association of Methylene Blue and Toluidine Blue Promoted a Synergic Effect against Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma A Randomized, Double-Blinded, Placebo-Controlled Clinical Trial Evaluating Transcranial Photobiomodulation as Treatment for Concussion Photobiomodulation Therapy Plus Usual Care Is Better than Usual Care Alone for Plantar Fasciitis: A Randomized Controlled Trial - We have recently added the new Shine to the Beauty Bundle and Ultimate Bundle! With the BioLight Bundles you save 20% on all of the products in the Bundle all year long. No coupon code necessary! - Kindle version of Red Light Therapy Treatment Protocols eBook, 4th Edition -

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    Health & Wellness Benefits of Cupping: From Supple Fascia to Anti-aging Skin & Beyond! Jan 04, 2024

    It seems that (rather unintentionally) at the beginning of each year, I begin with some episodes on some interesting and novel topics. Two years ago it was reviewing a book on extensive and profound research from the late 1800s to mid-1900s on how light entering our eyes affects virtually every system in our body. Last year, we took a deep dive into the world of grounding (aka, earthing) and its many wonderful and electron-rich benefits. To begin this year, I want to introduce you all into the world of cupping.
    Some of you are likely familiar with cupping and may even be using it on yourself and/or clients/patients. Personally, I found it to be an indispensable tool with my patients and on myself, particularly in combination with dry needling and red light therapy. But it seems that it is still a highly underutilized tool, both by practitioners and the public alike. Perhaps some of that comes from its heavily holistic background that may give it an aura of being mystical. Others may think that it's a therapy you need to be certified in and/or heavily educated in. But I am hear to tell you that it is exceptionally similar to red light therapy in that it is extremely safe and a "very low risk, high reward" modality.
    In this episode, we will cover all aspects of cupping -- from its history to how it became popular to what it can help with to how it can be used and even how combining it with red light therapy may give you the best of both worlds. Any and all athletes/exercise enthusiasts MUST be including this in their performance and recovery regimen and, equally importantly, anyone and everyone can attain profound health and wellness benefits by cupping on a regular basis.
    Listen to the end to hear about BioLight's newest product and how it seamlessly combines the advantages of the negative pressure vacuum mechanism of cupping and the mitochondrial-boosting properties of red light therapy into one simple and sleek modality. It's simply a game changer for athletes and health enthusiasts alike! As always, light up (and, now, cup) your health! -

    • Opening Segment - 00:00:16 - 00:00:44
      • New Year's greetings and wishes
      • Acknowledgment of the grounding episode's popularity in 2023
    • Red Light Therapy Insights - 00:00:44 - 00:01:08
      • Recognition of the second top episode on red light therapy
      • Emphasis on understanding red light therapy's physiological foundations
    • Methylene Blue Exploration - 00:01:08 - 00:01:36
      • Introduction to the top three episodes featuring Methylene Blue benefits
      • Speculation on Methylene Blue's potential popularity
      • Discussion on synergies with red light therapy
    • Holistic Health Focus - 00:01:36 - 00:02:02
      • Emphasis on interest in Methylene Blue
      • Ongoing deep dives, including interviews with Mark Sloan
    • Future Topics Preview - 00:02:02 - 00:02:45
      • Holistic health focus beyond red light therapy
      • Plan to discuss cupping in 2024
      • The goal of improving health through holistic modalities
    • Upcoming Episodes Teaser - 00:02:45 - 00:03:07
      • Mention of upcoming episodes and interviews
      • Encouragement to explore Methylene Blue information
    • Cupping Introduction - 00:03:07 - 00:03:28
      • Introduction to cupping as the first 2024 topic
      • Reference to personal experience with dry needling
    • Dry Needling and Cupping - 00:03:28 - 00:04:59
      • Discussion on dry needling and cupping
      • Efficacy of dry needling in pain relief
      • Safety and effectiveness of cupping
    • Fascia and Movement - 00:05:16 - 00:05:38
      • Cupping's effects on fascia and movement
      • Potential diagnostic use of cupping
    • Cupping for Tight Tissues - 00:05:38 - 00:07:06
      • Cupping's role in releasing tight tissues
      • Benefits for athletes and exercise enthusiasts
      • Red light therapy for muscle preconditioning
    • Historical Context of Cupping - 00:09:13 - 00:09:40
      • History of cupping, starting with ancient Egypt
      • Diagnostic potential based on cupping circles' color
    • Cultural Significance of Cupping - 00:10:02 - 00:10:53
      • Historical significance of cupping in various cultures
      • Introduction to three cupping types: dry, wet, massage
      • Discussion on benefits for athletes and muscle tension
    • Cupping Types Exploration - 00:13:31 - 00:13:58
      • Discussion on different cupping types
      • Introduction to massage cupping and fascial release
    • Benefits of Cupping - 00:15:22 - 00:16:37
      • Benefits of cupping for pain, inflammation, and recovery
      • Announcement of a new cupping course
      • Overview of course content and practical demonstrations
    • Course Discount Announcement - 00:16:37 - 00:20:10
      • Discount announcement for a cupping course
      • Encouragement to explore cupping for wellness
      • Gratitude for audience support
    • Cupping Benefits Part 1 - 00:26:27 - 00:31:50
      • The seventh benefit of cupping: reduced inflammation
      • Discussion on pain involving inflammation
      • Introduction to the eighth benefit: detoxification
    • Q&A Segment Introduction - 00:32:23 - 00:32:42
      • Introduction to the Q&A segment, leading into the next part of the episode
      • References the special discount for the cupping course
      • Encourages audience engagement by submitting questions for future Q&A episodes
    • Cupping in CrossFit - 00:47:02 - 00:47:32
      • Discussion on muscle recovery in CrossFit through cupping
      • Highlights how cupping promotes blood circulation, aids in waste removal, and enhances oxygen and nutrient delivery
    • Myofascial Release in CrossFit - 00:47:32 - 00:48:41
      • Emphasis on cupping for myofascial release in CrossFit
      • Benefits include improved flexibility, reduced stiffness, and a full range of motion
      • Pain relief benefits, including analgesic effects and tension reduction, are highlighted
    • Inflammation Reduction for Recovery - 00:48:41 - 00:49:47
      • Importance of reducing inflammation for quicker recovery after workouts
      • Cupping's suggested anti-inflammatory effects aid in alleviating soreness and inflammation in muscles and joints
      • Modalities like cupping and red light therapy recommended to minimize injury risk and promote tissue health
    • Improved Range of Motion in CrossFit - 00:49:47 - 00:53:14
      • Cupping associated with improved range of motion in CrossFit
      • Introduction of red light therapy and its potential benefits for muscle recovery
      • Similarities and distinct mechanisms between cupping and red light therapy are acknowledged
    • ReVamp Cupping System - 00:53:38 - 00:54:14
      • Introduction of the BioLight ReVamp cupping system combining cupping and red light therapy
      • The product is available for pre-order, with key features outlined
      • Listeners are directed to the product page for a comprehensive overview
    • Combined Therapy Recommendations - 00:54:17 - 01:00:01
      • Encourages combining red light therapy and cupping for optimal recovery
      • Emphasizes low risk and high reward of both therapies
      • Introduction of the revamped cupping system, its features, and pre-order discount
      • Discussion on potential benefits, especially for athletes seeking effective recovery tools
    • BioButter and Listener Discount - 01:02:07 - 01:04:36
      • BioButter's role in reducing friction during cupping
      • Exclusive 15% discount for listeners
      • Encouragement to explore benefits and share information
    _ Exclusive 15% discount on pre-orders of the groundbreaking BioLight ReVamp cupping system for The Red Light Report listeners! Use discount code: revamp15 - Kindle version of Red Light Therapy Treatment Protocols eBook, 4th Edition -

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    Top 10 Benefits of Methylene Blue [Top Episode of 2023!] Dec 31, 2023

    As we visit the third and final "Top Episode of 2023", we will turn our attention to our relatively new best red light therapy friend: methylene blue! For those of you that have already heard this episode and/or are familiar with this polarizing substance, this episode is a fantastic review; for those of you that are less familiar, this is a great introduction into the vast potential of methylene blue.... Let's get blue on today's solosode of The Red Light Report! The last couple of weeks you have likely heard and/or learned about BioLight's newest innovative product, BioBlue, which is an enhanced methylene blue and mitochondrial supplement. Some of you are even using it right now! But I felt it would behoove all of us to take a deeper dive into this mysterious synthetic textile dye that happens to seemingly be one of the most profound health, wellness and mitochondrial-boosting substances available. And it is a major synergist when combined with red light therapy! So today, I thought it would be great to review the top 10 uses for methylene blue, as professed by scientific research. And while I don't want to give away too much in this intro, I feel obliged to tell you a few of the things that I find most exciting and promising about methylene blue:
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    ​1.) Secondary to its ease of crossing the blood-brain barrier, a vast majority of the methylene blue consumed concentrates in the brain, which is why it has virtually endless brain health benefits (i.e., reduced symptoms of Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, dementia, depression, PTSD and improved cognition, mood and energy);
    ​​2.) Methylene blue has an innate intelligence to help whichever cells are most sick, diseased and/or cancerous first before moving along and helping other healthier cells;
    3.)​​​​ There are only two known interventions capable dissociating nitric oxide from the cytochrome c oxidase (which then allows oxygen into the mitochondria for more efficient energy production; remember, the more energy in a cell = less disease state/more vitality in cell): red light therapy and methylene blue.​​
    Remember, none of this information is a substitute for medical advice. But just like when I learned about red light therapy for the first time and was in awe at its endless health benefits, I am equally impressed by the limitless potential of methylene blue. Both are safe, efficacious and likely have a pivotal role to play for anyone looking to optimize their health and longevity.
    ​​As always, (red) light up your (blue) health! -

    BioBlue, BioLight's newest product: (0:00)
    Diving into methylene blue: (7:30)
    Malaria cured in 48 hours: (10:48)
    Brain function and methylene blue: (12:29)
    Metabolism and methylene blue: (21:07)
    Top ten benefits of methylene blue: (21:56)
    Combining methylene blue and red light therapy: (29:16)
    COVID-19 and methylene blue: (30:03)
    Alzheimer's and Parkinson's and methylene blue: (33:30)
    Dosages: (38:48)
    Hallmarks of Alzheimer's and methylene blue: (39:54)
    Metabolic hallmarks: (41:04)
    Red light therapy and methylene blue for dimensia: (43:11)
    Cognitive enhancement: (45:23)
    Depression: (48:56)
    Autism: (54:41)
    Endotoxin in the gut: (1:01:02)
    Pain relief: (1:03:49)
    The heart: (1:09:53)
    Cancer: (1:11:48)
    Red light therapy and methylene blue: (1:14:07)
    Methylene blue therapy for cancer: (1:16:14)

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    Mechanisms of How Red Light Therapy Works [Top Episode of 2023!] Dec 28, 2023

    For the second top episode of 2023, we are going back to the basics! That may sound boring to some, but for those that really want to understand how red light therapy can by modern day's "magic bullet," it's worth learning (and, for some of you, reviewing) the foundations of the mitochondria and the mechanisms of how red light therapy works. I'm a dork and I love this type of information. I hope you learn and enjoy it as well...

    Did you know red light therapy is a hormetic stressor to our cells similar to exercise? This week on The Red Light Report, we are going to review some of the fundamentals of red light therapy that include the two proposed mechanisms of how red light therapy actually works. And while you may already understand some of the basic concepts, I think there will be plenty of new, in-depth information that will add some color to your current red light therapy knowledge.
    Especially living in the Information Age, we hear/read/listen to so much information all of the time, that we rarely ingrain any of it. That's why repetition of the same information, particularly when its presented in different ways will lead to a deeper understanding and application of the knowledge.

    In today's episode, I will cover the mechanisms for how red light therapy works; both the agreed upon mechanisms (boosting mitochondrial function and hormesis) and the theoretical mechanisms (water as a photoacceptor and chlorophyll metabolites in our blood leading to increased light absorption and energy production). All of it is very fascinating and speaks to the various ways that light, especially red and near-infrared light, can positively impact our physiology.
    While listening to the information in this episode, consider what lifestyle changes you could make to further optimize your mitochondrial health (structured water and green veggies/supplements, anyone?). As always, light up your health and enjoy! -

    Key points:

    Intro: (0:00)
    How red light therapy works: (1:54)
    The ultimate guide to red light therapy - Ari Whitten: (4:35)
    Two key mechanisms of red & near-infrared light therapy: (7:00)
    Mechanism #1 - stimulating mitochondrial production: (8:05)
    Where red light therapy does most "magic": (14:36)
    How red light therapy really works: (15:23)
    Red light therapy lets oxygen into the mitochondria: (22:41)
    Mechanism #2 - The hormetic response: (24:34)
    Red light therapy mimics exercise: (28:14)
    Potential mechanisms: (29:16)
    Capturing sunlight energy: (35:19)
    CoQ10: (36:01)
    Near-infrared penetrates deeper: (38:44)
    Benefits of consuming chlorophyll: (41:48)
    The scientific consensus: (43:55)

    - Book referenced in the episode: The Ultimate Guide To Red Light Therapy - Ari Whitten - Save 20% via BioLight Bundles all year long! -

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    Grounding, Pt. 1— Is Earthing the Best Anti-Inflammatory in the World? [Top Episode of 2023!] Dec 21, 2023

    As we're rapidly approaching the end of 2023, I wanted to revisit some of the most popular episodes of the year! Today's episode was the most popular download of the year. You longtime listeners will remember this fascinating solosode on grounding and, perhaps, it is worth the review and listening again. For those that have recently joined and are new to The Red Light Report, you are in for a treat with this highly fascinating, informative episode on grounding and its truly remarkable benefits. I hope you all enjoy... From the original podcast description:
    "​​​Commonly called Earthing, grounding has been an available source of energy to our cells (from an evolutionary perspective) as long as the sun; perhaps, that is why is has such a powerful affect over our biology. Ironically, just as we have disengaged ourselves from consistent sun exposure (mal-illumination, anyone?) we have ignorantly disconnected ourselves from the very planet we live on. Consider this: the mere rubber between our feet and the surface of the earth may be the largest culprit of modern day chronic health diseases and cancer. Seem far-fetched? During this three-part solosode series, I will be unpacking some of the most important health information you can hear at this moment in time from the book, Earthing: The Most Important Health Discovery Ever. Throughout this series, you will learn that, like optimizing your light environment, it is the act of simply becoming aware and consistently applying this free "treatment" (of grounding) to your health regimen that could have life-changing results for you, family members and/or friends. Like red light therapy, the list of health conditions that can be mitigated, prevented and even reversed with grounding are endless. I couldn't be more excited to get this information out to you all and begin 2023 off on the right foot — preferably, both feet on the ground absorbing earth's free electrons. Brownie points if you listen to this episode while grounding..." Sit back, learn lots and light up your health!

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    Episode topics

    5:11 - Book recommendation - Clint Ober - Earthing: The Most Important Health Discovery Ever
    9:28 - What is "earthing"?
    10:00 - How we aren't grounded anymore
    12:22 - Similarities of benefits from grounding and red light therapy
    17:51 - Disease and its relation to our connection with the earth
    18:25 - Experiments done on "disconnecting" from the earth
    19:42 - Earth's electromagnetic field and circadian rhythms
    20:17 - Walking barefoot and its impact on our health
    21:30 - Shoes and how they are dangerous
    22:38 - Best shoes for conductivity
    24:55 - Living things as antennas
    26:50 - Tips on how to stay grounded
    27:55 - How the authors came upon grounding
    32:19 - Earth and body medicine according to Dr. Sinatra, MD
    33:39 - Sleeping and fishing grounded
    35:55 - Chronic inflammation = electron deficiency
    37:57 - Inflammation as a disease maker
    39:52 - Diabetes
    41:12 - The relationship between grounding and inflammation
    43:09 - Conditions related to chronic inflammation
    44:03 - How the body absorbs electrons from the earth

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    Healing via Sound, Light, Frequency & the Harmonic Egg w/ Gail Lynn Dec 14, 2023

    Health and wellness can come in a variety of shapes and sizes. Today, it's coming in the shape of an egg — the Harmonic Egg! The brilliant and warmhearted inventor of the Harmonic Egg, Gail Lynn, joins me on the podcast today to discuss the numerous ways our biology responds and heals to frequency, especially sound and light, and how we can harness these frequencies to empower our health and wellness journey. Of course, this naturally leads to her story about developing and engineering the prototype of her amazing product, what is now the Harmonic Egg, and Gail shares the many health benefits centered around the specific way it is designed and also details some anecdotes that she and others have realized in the Egg. At the end of the day, healthy sound + healthy light = winner winner omelette (egg) dinner!


    Gail is a renowned visionary, inventor and pioneer in the realm of frequency healing, celebrated for her ground-breaking creation, the Harmonic Egg®. She went on to also create the Harmonic Egg - Ellipse® and the LiFT. These innovative sound and light frequency chambers, designed with the aim of fostering holistic healing and wellness, stands as a testament to Gail’s visionary approach to promoting mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual well-being. She is also the author of ‘Unlocking the Ancient Secrets to Healing: Why science is looking to the past for the future of medicine’.


    I simply enjoyed listening and learning from Gail, as she exudes a calming and centered aura about her that is quite infectious and delightful. We cover other interesting topics, including nutrition, pendulum use, color, other holistic health strategies, collaborative/cooperative business model and much more.

    As always, learn lots and light up your health! -

    Key points

    • Frequency Healing Innovations: Introduction to Gail Lynn and her innovations (00:00:00 - 00:01:06).
    • Diverse Background: Gail's journey from automotive engineer to Hollywood and shamanism (00:01:06 - 00:02:48).
    • Holistic Approach: Gail's cosmic journey, Hollywood ventures, and telecom consulting (00:02:48 - 00:06:17).
    • Harmonic Egg Creation: Designing the harmonic egg amidst skepticism and challenges (00:06:17 - 00:10:42).
    • Balanced Healing: Emphasis on balance, avoiding overstimulation, and using the full-color spectrum (00:10:42 - 00:15:00).
    • Vision to Prototype: Dr. Mike acknowledges study challenges, Gail's timeline, and preference for immersion (00:15:00 - 00:18:35).
    • Holistic Healing: Gail's approach to ancient healing practices, the harmonic egg design, and study challenges (00:19:54 - 00:27:55:19).
    • New Designs: Introduction of harmonic ellipse and Lift, home units (00:27:55:19 - 00:32:34:14).
    • Red Light Therapy: Gail's use for physical healing (00:35:28:08 - 00:35:48:24).
    • Light and Color Qualities: Exploration of calming qualities of various lights (00:36:06:14 - 00:37:28:17).
    • Nature's Influence: Gail encourages using rainbow colors in daily life (00:37:57:19 - 00:38:17:14).
    • Challenges in Extreme Weather: Acknowledgment of challenges (00:40:27:04 - 00:40:35:20).
    • Colors, Sounds, Frequencies: Interest in connection and exploration (00:41:46:03 - 00:44:20:03).
    • Self-Discovery Journey: Gail's journey and connection with nature (00:44:20:03 - 00:44:37:22).
    • Technology Challenges: Challenges posed by smartphones and technology (00:45:21:21 - 00:45:22:29).
    • Nutrient Exploration: Interest in understanding more about nutrients in foods (00:46:32:20 - 00:46:38:22).
    • Health and Fast Food: Reflection on rejecting fast food with increased cleanliness and light therapy (00:47:49:17 - 00:48:40:25).
    • Lifelong Learning: Dr. Mike talks about the lifelong journey of learning and staying on the cutting edge of health practices (00:49:29:14 - 00:49:58:33).
    • Personalized Health Choices: Intermittent fasting and emphasizing individualized health choices (00:50:02:14 - 00:51:16:29).
    • Pendulum Use: Gail discusses using a pendulum for decision-making and supplement selection (00:51:50:17 - 00:53:09:29).
    • Cooperative Business Model: Introduction to the Divine Feminine business model (00:59:07:29 - 00:59:48:28).
    • Positive Collaboration: Dr. Mike discusses positive collaboration and challenges in business (00:59:15:17 - 01:05:09:24).
    • Sharing in Movie Industry: Gail shares experiences in the movie industry and openness in sharing (01:06:49:14 - 01:04:35:24).
    • Conclusion: Gail highlights products and education, and encourages you to pursue your dreams (01:08:15:18 - 01:08:46:28).
    - Watch this episode on YouTube - Learn more about & from Gail Lynn:
    Website: HarmonicEgg.com Instagram: @HarmonicEgg Facebook: Harmonic Egg
    Books By Gail Lynn: Unlocking the Ancient Secrets to Healing: Why Science is Looking to the Past for the Future of Medicine (July 2023) The Heroine's Journey: A Tale of Love, Forgiveness, and the Implications of Universal Laws (2020) -

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    Research: Is Methylene Blue the Answer to Anti-Aging & Longevity? Dec 07, 2023

    It's a wrap! The Spotify variety, if you know what I mean... This year I thought it would be fun to do a live "unwrapping" of the Podcasters Wrapped, which provides fun information and insights about your podcast (those that use Spotify are oh so familiar with this fun annual event!). I found it amazing and hysterical that The Red Light Report community has nearly identical tastes to me, both in regards to top podcast genres listened to and top music genres listened to. I have no doubt we could all get along! On a more mitochondrial note, I found a highly interesting research article on methylene blue and its potential as an anti-aging drug. To a large degree, this should come as no surprise given methylene blue's immense and dynamic impact on the mitochondria and, as we all know, the inherent tie our mitochondria's health and function has on our overall welling and lifespan. The review discusses the anti-aging effects of MB with a focus on the relationship between mitochondrial dysfunction and aging.
    The article did a fantastic job of verifying this by looking at the profound role "the blue" can play on the aging brain, particularly those neurodegenerative conditions we associate with our latter years -- Alzheimer's disease and Parkinson's disease. From the article: "​Since MB is an FDA-approved medicine with a long history, the safety of MB usage has been thoroughly evaluated. The exploration of MB utilization in aging-related conditions can help us understand the aging process. Derivatives of MB can also be developed to improve its effects."
    Could methylene blue be one of the most effective (while still being incredibly safe) anti-aging drugs ​known to mankind? The jury is out, but the current data is quite strong. Let's not forget it's remarkable synergism with red light therapy...​​
    As always, light up your health! -

    Key points

    • Introduction, Holiday Greetings, and Spotify 2023 Wrapped (00:00:00 - 00:16:41)
    • Additional Avenues for Red Light Therapy, Mitochondrial Health, and Methylene Blue (00:16:41 - 00:17:08)
    • Article Introduction on Methylene Blue as an Anti-Aging Drug (00:17:09 - 00:17:34)
    • Free Radicals Theory of Aging and Mitochondrial Health (00:17:35 - 00:23:36): 00:20:35 - 00:26:36
    • Methylene Blue as an Anti-Aging Drug (00:23:37 - 00:24:39): 00:26:37 - 00:27:39
    • Synergistic Effects of Red Light Therapy and Methylene Blue (00:24:40 - 00:25:39): 00:27:40 - 00:28:39
    • Methylene Blue's Permeability, Historical Uses, and Applications (00:25:39 - 00:26:49): 00:28:39 - 00:29:49
    • French Study on Methylene Blue and Potential Antiviral Effects (00:26:49 - 00:28:03): 00:29:49 - 00:31:03
    • Dosages, Safety, and Benefits of Methylene Blue (00:28:03 - 00:29:58): 00:31:03 - 00:32:58
    • Recommendations and Personal Example (00:29:58 - 00:32:35): 00:32:58 - 00:35:35
    • Ongoing Benefits, Comparisons to Red Light Therapy (00:32:35 - 00:33:54): 00:35:35 - 00:36:54
    • Applications Section - Methylene Blue in Brain Aging (00:33:54 - 00:35:09): 00:36:54 - 00:38:09
    • Methylene Blue's Impact on Mitochondrial Function and Brain Diseases (00:35:09 - 00:37:43): 00:38:09 - 00:40:43
    • Role in Alzheimer's and Parkinson's Diseases (00:37:44 - 00:41:23): 00:40:44 - 00:44:23
    • Memory Enhancement and Benefits in Treating Brain Aging (00:41:23 - 00:43:12): 00:44:23 - 00:46:12
    • Summarizes Importance of Methylene Blue in Mitochondrial Health (00:43:46 - 00:46:47): 00:46:46 - 00:49:47
    • Potential Derivatives, Broader Implications (00:46:47 - 00:47:36): 00:49:47 - 00:50:36
    • Pervasive Role of Mitochondria, Simple Health Improvement Strategies (00:47:36 - 00:49:24): 00:50:36 - 00:52:24
    • Encouragement for Ratings and Reviews (00:49:44 - 00:49:48): 00:52:44 - 00:52:48
    • Conclusion - Wishing Listeners an Amazing Week and Prioritizing Health (00:49:48 - End)
    - Learn more about methylene blue & BioBlue:
    Methylene blue​
    ​BioBlue -

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    Redefining Beauty & Health, Holistic Dental Care, Essential Oils & Harnessing Sunlight w/ Nadine Artemis Nov 30, 2023

    Today's guest, Nadine Artemis, is simply an amazing, vibrant being with an extraordinary, voracious curiosity and a brilliant mind for authentic health and wellness. Ultimately, these wonderful attributes coalesced and led to Nadine creating her very own luxury health & beauty company, Living Libations. She is described by Alanis Morissette as “a true-sense visionary," while Aveda founder, Horst Rechelbacher, calls Nadine “a pure flower of creativity.” I can corroborate both of these testimonials after the illuminating conversation I had with Nadine, where we cover an array of fascinating topics from sunlight to essential oils to holistic dentistry to debunking beauty and health product myths and much more!

    ​​Living Libations is a luxury line of organic wild-crafted non-GMO serums, elixirs, and essential oils for those seeking the purest of the pure botanical natural health/wellness and beauty products on the planet. We discuss many of these products and why Nadine feels so impassioned to create them and the "why" behind what makes them unique and highly sought after.
    ​​For example, sunscreen theoretically "protects" you from the sun while it is instead laced with toxic chemicals and blocks you from receiving the beneficial, nutritional light from the sun; this is a double whammy with negative health benefits. Nadine would rather advocate for utilizing a product that has zero toxins and, instead, integrates natural elements and well-being substances (i.e. essential oils) that promotes healthy sun exposure while also providing nourishing health advantages; in this case, a double whammy with positive health benefits! She carries this principal forward with face and hair beauty products, arm pit solutions and oral health creations.
    ​​Nadine is also the author of two books, Renegade Beauty and Holistic Dental Care (links to these books below), as well as a frequent commentator on health and beauty for media outlets and her products have received rave reviews in the New York Times, Goop, New York Magazine, Vogue, InStyle, the Hollywood Reporter and many more. She is a beauty philosopher, aromacologist, and botanical muse. Nadine believes in simplicity and a natural, rhythmic approach -she is a disruptor to the mainstream idea of "wellness" “beauty” and “beauty products.”


    Needless to say, Nadine is a brilliant mind with a whole-hearted, vibrant soul. She is simply a joy to learn from.

    As always, learn lots and light up your health!

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    Key points:

    Introduction (00:00:00 - 00:01:32:23): Dr. Mike welcomes Nadine Artemis, creator of Living Libations, to discuss her journey and holistic approach to beauty and wellness.

    Background (00:01:33:00 - 00:03:08:19): Nadine's childhood fascination with nature led to her aromatherapy store. Recognizing flaws in mainstream body care, she created Living Libations.

    Projects and Books (00:03:08:19 - 00:08:04:00): Nadine's books, "Holistic Dental Care" and "Renegade Beauty," are well-received. Living Libations focuses on organic, wildcrafted products.

    Collaboration and Challenges (00:08:04:02 - 00:10:21:24): Dr. Mike explores Living Libations' resilience, challenges, and collaboration with Nadine.

    Popular Products and Innovation (00:10:21:24 - 00:13:34:13): Living Libations' innovations include dental serums and oil-based facial cleansers, emphasizing botanical biotics.

    Beauty Myths and Ancestral Practices (00:14:01:11 - 00:18:24:20): Nadine dispels beauty myths, emphasizes ancestral practices, and explores the benefits of essential oils.

    Sun Exposure and Vitamin D (00:24:11:09 - 00:33:28:09): Discussion on balanced sun exposure, debunking sunscreen myths, and Nadine's personal practices.

    Essential Oils and Quality (00:40:20:26 - 00:43:27:15): Nadine stresses the importance of quality essential oils, addressing common issues and bioactivity.

    Engaging with Elements (00:44:01:05 - 00:46:34:41): Transition to engaging with natural elements, holistic well-being, and the positive effects of sun exposure.

    Holistic Dental Care (00:51:51:05 - 01:04:36): Overview of holistic dental care, emphasizing the living nature of teeth, and Nadine's book insights.

    Tooth Care Practices and Red Light Therapy (01:04:35 - 01:08:12): Discussion on dental care practices, anecdotes, and the importance of red light therapy for health.

    Closing Thoughts (01:09:40 - Closing): Dr. Mike expresses gratitude, emphasizing small health steps, and Nadine encourages embracing the sun and making simple switches for oral care.

    - Watch this episode on YouTube - Learn more about & from Nadine Artemis:
    Website: https://LivingLibations.com/
    Twitter/X: @LivingLibations Instagram: @nadineartemisofficial & @livinglibationsofficial YouTube: @livinglibationsofficial Facebook: @livinglibations & @nadineartemis - Books By Nadine Artemis:
    Renegade Beauty
    Holistic Dental Care - Learn more about methylene blue & BioBlue:
    Methylene blue​
    ​BioBlue -

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    Preventive Medicine, Longevity & Biohacking w/ Dr. Ron Primas Nov 23, 2023

    Back when I was running my solo physical therapy practice, ProActive Health, my mission and ultimate goal was to advocate for individuals to be, well, proactive in their approach to health versus reactive. Of course, it is much easier — both time- and energy-wise, as well as financially — to prevent injuries and illnesses from occurring compared to falling prey to and enduring a long, drawn out course of treatment that can sometimes be, if bad enough, in perpetuity. In my mind, preventative medicine is undoubtedly the future of healthcare for a multitude of reasons and today's guest, Dr. Ron Primas, has been pioneering this model for decades — putting him well ahead of the curve, especially under the allopathic paradigm.

    Dr. Primas is a board-certified physician with over 30 years of experience in assisting New York City residents and travelers with their health needs. Educated via the traditional allopathic medical system, he has broken out of that archetype to become the proverbial biohacker before biohacking was formalized and has a long-standing passion for longevity well before that was trendy. As a longevity expert, Dr. Primas helps his patients to maximize their biological age with regenerative medicine and a longevity routine that supports their unique personalized health history and goals.


    In today's conversation, we cover a smorgasbord of topics ranging from chronic pain management to holistic weight management to, of course, biohacking and longevity to red light therapy to diet, supplements and more!
    Dr. Primas is an absolute wealth of knowledge and not just because he is one smart cookie, but, more importantly, he can speak from decades and decades of personal and professional experience. You can never garner wisdom without real-life experience and Dr. Primas has that in spades.

    As always, learn lots and light up your health! -

    Key points:

    Guest Introduction (00:00:00 - 00:00:22):

    • Guest: Dr. Ron Primas, board-certified physician with 30+ years of experience and a fellow biohacker.

    Biohacking Modalities (00:00:22 - 00:00:43):

    • Dr. Primas experimented with cocoon, guardian, and BioBlue.

    Background and Medical Journey (00:00:43 - 00:05:08):

    • Shifted from music to medical school.
    • Worked in AIDS clinic and Mount Sinai outpatient department.
    • Focus on preventive medicine for 30+ years.

    Health Trends Over 30 Years (00:05:08 - 00:08:56):

    • Prevalence of heart disease.
    • Opioids' impact on acute issues.

    Chronic Pain Management (00:08:56 - 00:10:27):

    • Success story of lifestyle changes.
    • Advocates for a three-month lifestyle trial for chronic pain patients.

    Holistic Weight Management (00:10:27 - 00:11:50):

    • Links weight to lifestyle factors.
    • Promotes holistic changes over strict calorie counting.

    Conclusion (00:15:06 - 00:15:18):

    • Emphasizes lifestyle improvements.
    • Rejects one-size-fits-all approaches.

    Biohacking Discussion (00:15:18 - 00:15:55):

    • Dr. Belkowski sets the stage for biohacking and longevity discussion.

    Dr. Primas's Transformation (00:15:55 - 00:17:13):

    • A personal journey to fitness.
    • Introduced to time-restricted eating.

    Longevity and Biohacking (00:20:50 - 00:22:21):

    • Discovered longevity specialist.
    • Engaged with early biohacking tools.

    Biometrics and Preventative Medicine (00:22:21 - 00:24:12):

    • The potential of biometrics.
    • Emphasis on government intervention.

    Longevity Services (00:24:33 - 00:25:43):

    • Comprehensive approach.
    • Incentives tied to health metrics.

    Challenges of Mass Adoption (00:25:43 - 00:26:34):

    • Acknowledges challenges.
    • Discusses irony of health rewards.

    Services by Dr. Primas (00:26:34 - 00:31:40):

    • Comprehensive evaluation.
    • Individualized plans based on risk factors.

    Biohacking Experiences (00:31:41 - 00:35:52):

    • Impact of health changes.
    • Benefits observed in patients.

    The Guardian+ Device (00:35:52 - 00:36:28):

    • Emphasis on customization.

    Red Light Therapy and Gum Health (00:36:28 - 00:37:32):

    • Positive experiences with red light therapy.

    Methylene Blue and Calcium Alpha-ketoglutarate (00:37:32 - 00:41:13):

    • Dr. Primas discusses trying methylene blue.
    • Discusses calcium alpha-ketoglutarate impact.

    Preventative Perspective on Red Light Therapy (00:41:13 - 00:41:30):

    • Emphasizes the importance of preventative measures.

    Discussion on Methylene Blue (00:41:30 - 00:43:14):

    • Potential integration for viral conditions.
    • Dr. Primas plans to suggest to patients.

    Preventative Modalities (00:43:17 - 00:48:52):

    • Emphasis on optimizing sleep and lifestyle habits.
    • Advocacy for evidence-backed practices.

    Questionable Health Products (00:48:52 - 00:51:14):

    • Emphasizes foundational habits over gadgets.

    Ancestral Health Diet (00:51:14 - 00:54:39):

    • Explanation of eating based on cultural traditions.

    Tailoring Diet (00:54:46 - 00:56:12):

    • Genetic testing for fine-tuning.
    • Discussion on dairy alternatives.

    Essential Amino Acids and Whey Protein (00:56:12 - 00:58:52):

    • Importance of essential amino acids.
    • Potential role as a supplement.

    Closing Remarks (00:59:14 - 01:01:50):

    • Dr. Belkowski's curiosity about Dr. Primas' approach.
    • Appreciation for Dr. Primas's time.
    • Information about Dr. Primas' website: drprimas.com.
    • Mention of telehealth services, with a preference for an annual in-person visit.
    - Watch this episode on YouTube - Learn more about methylene blue & BioBlue:
    Methylene blue​
    ​BioBlue -

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    Research: A Deep Dive into Mitochondrial Dysfunction & How Methylene Blue Combats Neurodegeneration & Aging Nov 16, 2023

    We are going to combine all of our favorite topics — red light therapy, the mitochondria and methylene blue — into this brain-centric episode. We know that the brain is the most mitochondrial-dense tissue in the body and, thus, photobiomodulation (namely, near-infrared light) can have a very positive effect. We also know that most of the methylene blue ingested eventually accumulates in the brain, which is why it has countless brain-boosting benefits. However, when it comes to mitochondrial function it's a double-edged sword. The health of your mitochondria can (of course) work for you or against you. And when the function of your mitochondria declines, it will likely show up in those tissues that are mitochondrial-dense (i.e., tissues that require the most amount of energy to function). Our nervous system is extremely energy-intensive and the brain is the king/queen of the nervous system. Thus, when mitochondrial dysfunction strikes, it hits the nervous system — and particularly the brain — hard. This largely explains why neurodegenerative diseases are an every-increasing presence in our modern-day world.
    While this may all seem like sobering and dire news, there is a silver lining that can put you back at ease. Again, while mitochondrial dysfunction can work against you, as long as you harness tactics that boost mitochondrial health (and, thus, inherently prevent, mitigate and sometimes even reverse mitochondrial dysfunction), then you are well on your way to staving off neurodegenerative disease. In today's episode, methylene blue takes center stage as we dig into the research to see how this spectacular salt can buoy your mitochondrial health and play a pivotal role in numerous neurodegenerative diseases.
    As always, light up your health! - Key Points: Intro & Weather (00:00:00 - 00:02:25)

    • Montana weather update and Dr. Mike's snow aversion
    Holidays & BioLight Sale (00:02:25 - 00:03:24)
    • Mention of approaching holidays
    • Announcement of pre-Black Friday sale at BioLight
    Upcoming Interviews & Office Hours (00:03:24 - 00:05:53)
    • Encouragement to subscribe and introduction of Instagram Live office hours
    • Details about the purpose, structure, and inaugural session of office hours
    • Significance of two-way communication and bridging gaps in red light therapy education
    Main Topic: Mitochondrial Dysfunction (00:12:03 - 00:15:14)
    • Introduction and eagerness to explore mitochondrial dysfunction
    • Consequences and treatment strategies discussed
    ​
    Microtherapy and Treatment Strategies (00:18:24 - 00:21:19)
    • Introduction to "microtherapy" and various treatments
    • Announcement of an e-book
    Mitochondria's Role in Health (00:21:19 - 00:24:16)
    • Emphasis on overall health and lifestyle impact
    Exploring Methylene Blue (00:24:16 - 00:26:54)
    • Introduction to "From Mitochondrial Function to Neuroprotection"
    • Historical background and BioLight product announcement
    Methylene Blue's Mechanisms (00:26:54 - 00:30:05)
    • Effectiveness, historical evolution, psychiatric applications, and MAOI function discussed
    Mitochondrial Function and Methylene Blue (00:30:05 - 00:33:07)
    • Importance of mitochondrial function and overview of the electron transport chain
    Methylene Blue's Role in Mitochondrial Dysfunction (00:33:07 - 00:35:52)
    • Promotion of complex four activity
    • Tau aggregation in Alzheimer's
    Methylene Blue in Alzheimer's and Parkinson's (00:35:52 - 00:37:12)
    • Preservation of electron transport chain function
    • Behavioral improvements in Parkinson's
    Benefits and Combination Therapy (00:37:12 - 00:39:21)
    • Potential benefits with levodopa and emphasis on investigating safety
    Methylene Blue in Traumatic Brain Injury (00:39:21 - 00:40:01)
    • Transition to TBI discussion
    • Encouragement to use remedies promptly
    Preclinical Studies on Methylene Blue (00:40:01 - 00:41:15)
    • Overview of TBI studies and quick administration's impact on outcomes
    Effectiveness of Methylene Blue (00:41:15 - 00:43:37)
    • Studies showing effectiveness post-TBI
    • Likelihood of combination therapy efficacy
    Cognitive Enhancement and Aging (00:43:37 - 00:52:40)
    • Exploration of cheaply available compounds and Methylene Blue's potential in cognitive enhancement
    • Protection against age-related decline
    • Neurogenesis and mitochondrial health
    Conclusion and BioLight Product (00:52:40 - 00:55:53)
    • Summary of article focus and BioLight's enhanced methylene blue product
    Closing (00:55:58:15 - 00:56:53:08)
    • Dr. Mike's recommendation to explore BioBlue
    • Encouragement to share information
    - Articles referenced in the episode: Mitochondrial dysfunction and neurological disorders: A narrative review and treatment overview From Mitochondrial Function to Neuroprotection—an Emerging Role for Methylene Blue - Learn more about methylene blue & BioBlue:
    Methylene blue​
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    Optimizing Health & Longevity By Targeting the Gut-Brain Axis via CERA w/ Sarah Turner Nov 09, 2023

    Hippocrates himself said that 'all disease begins in the gut' and today's guest, Sarah Turner, is taking that to the next level by optimizing the health of the gut-brain axis via photobiomodulation. Sarah has been working tirelessly the last couple of years to produce the first product of its kind, CERA, which is specifically engineered to emit particular frequencies of red and near-infrared light to both the gut and cranium to create a powerful effect of healing, wellness and optimization.
    Along with learning about Sarah and her journey to becoming the CEO and Co-Founder of CeraThrive, we engage in some stimulating, "geeking out" of numerous topics surrounding red light therapy, including the importance standardization in the photobiomodulation research and the industry as a whole and the importance and nuances of third party testing. Sarah also shares her thoughts on some potential synergistic supplements that may have a beneficial interaction with light and her excitement about combining methylene blue with red light therapy.
    ​​
    Sarah Turner has a postgraduate degree in Clinical Neuroscience, holds BSc degrees in Psychological Sciences and Nutritional Medicine and is currently pursuing a diploma in Photobiomodulation at the University of Montpellier in France. During the initial decade of her career, Sarah worked as a research scientist in the pharmaceutical industry. Today, Sarah's primary focus lies in photobiomodulation, which involves utilizing specific light wavelengths and pulsed frequencies to enhance optimal functioning, with a specific emphasis on brain-related issues. As the Co-Founder and CEO of CeraThrive, she spearheads the production of a red light therapy system that specifically targets the gut-brain connection.
    This episode is a classic conversation between two red light therapy nerds that have a passion for learning and improving the space for the better and, ultimately, helping people improve their health via light.
    ​

    With that said, learn lots and light up your health!

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    Key points:

    Introduction of Sarah Turner and her background in photobiomodulation: (00:00:00 - 00:01:43)

    Transition from pharmaceutical research to holistic approaches: (00:01:43 - 00:02:14)

    Emphasis on accessible photobiomodulation devices and education: (00:02:14 - 00:02:52)

    Addressing the lack of precise research parameters: (00:02:52 - 00:03:36)

    Advocating for standardized measurements in PBM protocols: (00:06:53 - 00:09:00)

    Importance of accurate third-party testing for PBM devices: (00:13:00 - 00:34:57)

    Standardization efforts in red light therapy: (00:38:24 - 00:42:39)

    Introduction of Bio Blue and its benefits: (00:42:39 - 00:43:20)

    Synergistic effects of supplements with red light therapy: (00:50:11 - 00:53:35)

    Focus on brain optimization, gut-brain connection, and microbiome support: (00:53:35 - 01:06:03)

    Contraindications for light therapy: (01:06:15 - 01:17:06)

    Benefits of red light therapy for eye conditions: (01:17:06 - 01:22:46)

    - Learn more about Sarah Turner:
    Cerathrive.com RebelScientist.com LinkedIn: Sarah Turner Instagram: @CeraThrive - Watch this episode on YouTube - Exclusive discounts on BioBlue and CERA products for The Red Light Report listeners — discount provided in episode! - Kindle version of Red Light Therapy Treatment Protocols eBook, 4th Edition -

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    Biocentrism: Unraveling the Illusion of Space & Time Nov 02, 2023

    What if I told you that time and space are truly illusions and only constructs used by humans to better understand and operate in our world? That there is no such thing as an "external" and "internal" world and what we think we see "out there" is literally occurring and being conceived inside our head? Based on physics and biology, this is all true; is our consciousness that dictates all that we see and perceive in our world... If this is all tough to comprehend and wrap your mind around, you are certainly not alone. This is all the basis for biocentrism. Recently, I have been reading a series of books on this very topic (Biocentrism, Beyond Biocentrism and The Grand Biocentric Design, all by Robert Lanza, MD) and it has been extremely mind-bending, mind-expanding and, ultimately, still tough to fathom, as it all completely flies in the face of the paradigm we have all been entrenched in for hundreds and hundreds of years. Within all of this, there are also explanations of light, such as what it is, the role it plays in life and how we interact with it as beings. I find it all very fascinating!
    So today, I share some excerpts from the first two books to give you a peak into the world of biocentrism. Perhaps it will resonate with you and expand your mind like it did mine. Perhaps it is just "too out there" for you. Regardless, I ask that you listen to his episode with an open mind. After all, our mind and consciousness is where our entire world of reality exists...
    As always, light up your health! -

    Key points:

    Time and space are illusions: (2:06)
    Reading from the second book about biocentrism: (5:17)
    7 principles of biocentrism: (7:09)
    Where is the universe located? (10:03)
    The brain is central to everything: (13:18)
    Light stimulation of the eyes: (14:00)
    The sensation of depth: (30:02)
    Thoughts on space: (33:03)
    Closing points for biocentrism: (34:02)

    - Books referenced from the episode: Biocentrism Beyond Biocentrism The Grand Biocentric Design - Exclusive 15% discount on BioBlue for The Red Light Report listeners! Use discount code: bioblue15 - Kindle version of Red Light Therapy Treatment Protocols eBook, 4th Edition -

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    Research: Methylene Blue & Red Light Therapy for Cancer, Fat Loss; Raising Your Voltage Oct 26, 2023

    It's been quite some time since we ventured into the world of research and so I figured it's time to go down the rabbit hole and see what's hot off the press... Interestingly, there were two articles published within the last month — one on methylene blue and one on photobiomodulation — that specifically investigated the benefits of each treatment modality as it relates to cancer. Typically viewed as a risky condition to treat without allopathic measures (although I believe that trend is slowly but surely changing), you may be surprised at what methylene blue and red light therapy can offer. As you may recall from last week's episode, methylene blue seems to be a very potent anti-cancer agent.
    We also look at new piece of research that seemingly reveals the ever elusive mechanism of action as it relates to increased fat loss via red light therapy. We have known for some time that using RLT while exercising amplifies fat loss, but the mechanism has always been shrouded in only theories with no real concrete answers. It seems that we finally have our answer!
    Lastly, I will leave you with this thought:
    Nikola Tesla, arguably one of the world’s greatest engineers once said, “If you want to find the secrets of the universe, think in terms of energy, frequency and vibration.”​​​
    As always, light up your health! -

    Key points:

    Research on methylene blue and cancer: (4:50)
    Conclusion: (9:22)
    Combining red light therapy and methylene blue: (10:16)
    Red light therapy and cancer treatments: (15:16)
    We need more protocols: (19:12)
    Fat loss and red light therapy research: (23:02)
    Closing thoughts and articles: (31:20)
    Tree circuitry and raising your voltage: (31:43)
    Vibration is everywhere: (35:02)

    - Research & articles referenced from the episode:
    Methylene blue in anticancer photodynamic therapy: systematic review of preclinical studies
    Photobiomodulation in the prevention and the management of side effects of cancer treatments: Bases, results and perspectives
    Photobiomodulation therapy with light-emitting diode in stimulating adipose tissue mitochondria Electrical circuit runs entirely off power in trees
    Ether: Vibration Everywhere – In the Beginning, Now and Forever - Exclusive 15% discount on BioBlue for The Red Light Report listeners! Use discount code: bioblue15 - Kindle version of Red Light Therapy Treatment Protocols eBook, 4th Edition -

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    Top 10 Benefits of Methylene Blue Oct 19, 2023

    Let's get blue on today's solosode of The Red Light Report! The last couple of weeks you have likely heard and/or learned about BioLight's newest innovative product, BioBlue, which is an enhanced methylene blue and mitochondrial supplement. Some of you are even using it right now! But I felt it would behoove all of us to take a deeper dive into this mysterious synthetic textile dye that happens to seemingly be one of the most profound health, wellness and mitochondrial-boosting substances available. And it is a major synergist when combined with red light therapy! So today, I thought it would be great to review the top 10 uses for methylene blue, as professed by scientific research. And while I don't want to give away too much in this intro, I feel obliged to tell you a few of the things that I find most exciting and promising about methylene blue:
    ​
    ​1.) Secondary to its ease of crossing the blood-brain barrier, a vast majority of the methylene blue consumed concentrates in the brain, which is why it has virtually endless brain health benefits (i.e., reduced symptoms of Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, dementia, depression, PTSD and improved cognition, mood and energy);
    ​​2.) Methylene blue has an innate intelligence to help whichever cells are most sick, diseased and/or cancerous first before moving along and helping other healthier cells;
    3.)​​​​ There are only two known interventions capable dissociating nitric oxide from the cytochrome c oxidase (which then allows oxygen into the mitochondria for more efficient energy production; remember, the more energy in a cell = less disease state/more vitality in cell): red light therapy and methylene blue.​​
    Remember, none of this information is a substitute for medical advice. But just like when I learned about red light therapy for the first time and was in awe at its endless health benefits, I am equally impressed by the limitless potential of methylene blue. Both are safe, efficacious and likely have a pivotal role to play for anyone looking to optimize their health and longevity.
    ​​As always, (red) light up your (blue) health! -

    BioBlue, BioLight's newest product: (0:00)
    Diving into methylene blue: (7:30)
    Malaria cured in 48 hours: (10:48)
    Brain function and methylene blue: (12:29)
    Metabolism and methylene blue: (21:07)
    Top ten benefits of methylene blue: (21:56)
    Combining methylene blue and red light therapy: (29:16)
    COVID-19 and methylene blue: (30:03)
    Alzheimer's and Parkinson's and methylene blue: (33:30)
    Dosages: (38:48)
    Hallmarks of Alzheimer's and methylene blue: (39:54)
    Metabolic hallmarks: (41:04)
    Red light therapy and methylene blue for dimensia: (43:11)
    Cognitive enhancement: (45:23)
    Depression: (48:56)
    Autism: (54:41)
    Endotoxin in the gut: (1:01:02)
    Pain relief: (1:03:49)
    The heart: (1:09:53)
    Cancer: (1:11:48)
    Red light therapy and methylene blue: (1:14:07)
    Methylene blue therapy for cancer: (1:16:14)

    - Book referenced from the episode: The Ultimate Guide to Methylene Blue, by Mark Sloan - Exclusive 20% discount on BioBlue for The Red Light Report listeners! Use discount code: bioblue20 - Kindle version of Red Light Therapy Treatment Protocols eBook, 4th Edition -

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    Protecting Yourself From EMF Radiation & the Attune Health App w/ Somavedic CEO, Juraj Kocar Oct 12, 2023

    You guys have heard me speak relentlessly the past several months that finding EMF-mitigating strategies are paramount for any health and wellness regimen. Well we are all in luck, as this week on The Red Light Report I had the pleasure of speaking with Juraj Kocar, the CEO of Somavedic, which produces gorgeous and efficacious EMF-mitigating devices. Along with calling shots at Somavedic, Juraj has also developed an innovative, AI-powered app that facilitates the prevention of sickness and disease before it actually transpires. Between protecting your biofield from the harsh vibes of EMF radiation and deciphering your biometrics for a proactive approach to health, Juraj has you covered!
    In today's discussion, Juraj details his personal health and wellness journey, his expertises and passions that ultimately led him to becoming CEO of Somavedic. This remarkable company produces beautiful, hand-made glass bodies that integrate semi-precious and precious stones and metals (such as platinum, palladium, gold, and silver) to provide a strong bioresonant field to help mitigate the harsh side effects of EMF radiation. By creating this field (up to a 100 feet in radius), Somavedic devices allow your body to remain in a more calm, relaxed state where our physiology is accustomed to spending a majority of its time — unlike in today's fast-paced modern life. Less stress = better health. Plain and simple.
    Beyond Somavedic, Juraj Kocar is a serial entrepreneur and biohacker who constantly seeks innovative ways to optimize human health and performance. He is the visionary founder and head of Attune Health, a ground-breaking, AI-powered app that measures biomarkers to empower individuals to take control of their health journey. With Attune Health, Juraj continues to push the boundaries of technology and data-driven solutions, revolutionizing the way we understand and approach our well-being. He strives to empower individuals to lead healthier, more balanced lives and create a world where well-being is accessible to all.

    As always, learn lots and light up your health! ***Juraj has been generous enough to provide the audience with a 15% discount on their Somavedic purchase... Simply use coupon code BIOLIGHT at checkout to save! Somavedic.com *** -

    Key points:

    Background: (1:50)
    The initial idea behind his product, Somavedic: (6:58)
    How Somavedic works to mitigate EMFs: (7:50)
    How to use Somavedic to mitigate EMFs: (10:54)
    Somavetic structures water: (11:48)
    Health impacts and anecdotes: (15:58)
    Bees and EMFs: (22:55)
    Electric vehicles and EMFs: (25:42)
    Positioning your body to the Somavedic device: (28:48)
    Attune Health, his AI app, and how it reads vitals: (30:08)
    How the app works: (32:21)
    How to use the app: (36:04)

    - Watch this episode on YouTube - Learn more about Juraj Kocar & Somavedic:
    LinkedIn: Juraj Kocar Somavedic.com
    Instagram: @somavedic_official
    Instagram: @attunehealthapp - Kindle version of Red Light Therapy Treatment Protocols eBook, 4th Edition -

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    Health via Electromagnetism, Light & BioBlue w/ David Horinek, Pt.2 Oct 05, 2023

    In Part 2 of this wildly interesting conversation with David Horinek on The Red Light Report, we dive into the newest product that David and I have collaborated on for BioLight: BioBlue! A lot of people in the health, wellness and longevity spaces — especially those entrenched in the world of biohacking — are familiar with, or at least have heard of, methylene blue. This synthetic blue dye that is notoriously used in fish tanks is actually a game-changer for mitochondrial health... how crazy is that?! The cherry on top is that methylene blue is an extremely powerful synergist with red light therapy, as it embodies photodynamic properties. In essence, if you are implementing red light therapy into your health regimen, methylene blue is a simple way to boost and compound those countless benefits.
    That's where David and I came together and developed an innovative, enhanced version of methylene blue (MB). BioBlue was developed with hand-picked ingredients specifically to augment the mitochondrial health benefits, as well as elevate the photodynamic properties of MB, thereby delivering a one-of-a-kind enhanced MB product. During today's episode, David details the unique ingredients we added to BioBlue, why we chose them and what potential benefits they confer when combined with MB.
    Ultimately, BioBlue is a supreme methylene blue product that works as a standalone cellular energizer via boosting mitochondrial health or as an incredibly powerful red light therapy synergist that can be added to any RLT treatment.

    I hope you find this information about methylene blue and BioBlue as fascinating and exciting as I do. As always, learn lots and light up your health! -

    Key points:

    Horehound benefits for arteries and lungs: (1:43)
    BioBlue: (3:46)
    Nitric oxide and methylene blue: (6:11)
    Vasodilation: (8:14)
    The free radical aging theory: (11:07)
    Nitric oxide is the primary driver of aging: (13:30)
    Testosterone: (19:53)
    Red light therapy and nitric oxide: (20:33)
    Methylene blue background: (21:21)
    Methylene blue effects on metabolism: (24:59)
    Methylene blue benefits listed: (26:48)
    What David saw while researching methylene blue: (29:09)
    Dr. Mike & David's new product, BioBlue: (35:06)
    HRV and combining methylene blue with red light therapy: (51:03)

    - Watch this episode on YouTube - Learn more about methylene blue and BioBlue:
    Benefits of methylene blue
    BioBlue - Be one of the first to get your hands on BioBlue! Save 15% on your pre-order by using coupon code: bioblue15 — this discount is valid for ordering single vials, 2-packs and 4-packs! - Kindle version of Red Light Therapy Treatment Protocols eBook, 4th Edition -

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    Blue Light Blocking Glasses & The Light Diet w/ Ra Optics founder & CEO, Matt Maruca Sep 28, 2023

    Today's guest on The Red Light Report has been a long time coming and a conversation that I have been candidly been looking forward to. For years and years, I have been following Matt Maruca; initially, indirectly through other podcasts with the likes of Ben Greenfield, Dr. Jack Kruse and Luke Storey and then more directly as I repeatedly heard his story and listened him speak so articulately and passionately about how light has impacted his life, literally inside and out. He is wise well beyond his years and our conversation in today's episode is brimming with energy, vibrations and information that is sure to resonate with you to your core.
    Matt is the founder and CEO of Ra Optics, a blue light blocking glasses company that teaches about the essential role that light plays in health and develops advanced light therapy-based products. He founded Ra Optics after a decade-long personal health journey that ultimately led him to light. The discovery that we are ultimately beings of light has led him to a profound interest in the nature of consciousness and existence itself.
    In this episode, Matt details his fascinating health journey that led him to founding Ra Optics, he educates us all on how blue-light blocking glasses impacts virtually all aspects of health, why clear lenses do not block blue light, why and when to wear yellow-tinted lenses and orange-/red-tinted lenses, and, a topic he is very wholehearted about, his journey with honing his inner light and why he values that aspect of health over all others. Of course, we talk about much, much more as well!


    This was easily one of my favorite conversations to date and I know Matt and I could have easily continued for another couple of hours. I have no doubt we will sometime in the near future, as he is so well-versed in light and health and is equally impassioned to share his knowledge with anyone interested in energetically optimizing their health. As always, learn lots and light up your health! -

    Key points:

    Matt's journey getting into blue-light blocking: (2:41)
    There's more to health than food: (8:06)
    Starting his own company: (12:58)
    Lenses, blocking the correct light, and bringing awareness: 20:06
    Light spectra: 24:41
    Clear lenses don't block blue light: 26:32
    Lens tinting: 31:13
    How important light is in general: 33:08
    Being scientifically driven: 36:12
    Wearing colored lenses in public: 40:59
    Changing the norm and cultural shifts: 44:59
    The awareness is growing: 47:18
    Health changes he noticed after using blue light blocking glasses: 50:33
    Blue light is an "offender" in the environment: 56:00
    The real competition is sleeping pills and melatonin: 1:00:41
    Personal anecdotes: 1:02:16
    Increasing athletic performance: 1:10:44
    Sleep metrics and HRV: 1:12:07
    Spirituality and inner light: 1:13:30
    Owning a company and feeling lonely: 1:17:10
    Showing up in any way you can: 1:23:32
    Overcoming victimhood: 1:27:13
    Laziness and overworking: 1:29:03
    Overall health and wellbeing: 1:35:01
    We are all vibrations: 1:39:28
    Eat with the sun: 1:44:57
    Timing your blue light-blocking glasses: 1:53:43
    Unhealthy light: 1:59:19
    Countering blue light from screens: 2:07:52
    Windows block infrared light: 2:10:37
    Fluorescent light and mercury: 2:14:46

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    Health via Electromagnetism, Light & BioBlue w/ David Horinek, Pt. 1 Sep 21, 2023

    The most popular guest on The Red Light Report, David Horinek is a serial electromagnetic and light entrepreneur, inventor and, as many of you know, is the creator behind the Longevv creme that offered by BioLight. He is one of the more interesting and stimulating people I converse with and today's episode is no different.
    Our conversation got so in-depth that I decided to break it into two parts:

    • Part 1: ​today's episode where I catch up with all that David has been up to since he was last on the episode 15 months ago; David discusses all of the exciting products/inventions he and his many companies have been working on along with all of the energetic/frequency healing strategies he has been integrating
    • Part 2: We discuss a brand new product David helped me create: BioBlue — stayed tuned for the second half of this conversation to learn all about this ground-breaking product that will be a must-have for all red light therapy enthusiasts!

    I always walk away from these discussions with David with a greater appreciation for the magnitude that health and frequency play in our health and how easily we can implement them into our life to better our health. As always, learn lots and light up your health! -

    Key points:

    David's recent manufacturing endeavors: (1:26)
    Your body becoming its own healer: (3:25)
    The biofield: (4:54)
    Seeking out new things for health and wellness: (7:59)
    We live in a world of interconnected waves: (9:00)
    Air quality and lichen: (9:40)
    EMFs and its effect on bees: (12:41)
    Pulsar: their newest product: (13:00)
    Silver and its benefits: (15:00)
    Increasing the energetics of your environment: (20:50)
    Frequencies our bodies have never encountered: (23:00)
    Modulating frequencies: (23:34)
    Technology is getting more sophisticated: (27:36)
    Frequencies blocked by the clothing: (28:19)
    "Positive" frequencies and grounding: (28:55)
    DNA damage and repair: (30:57)
    Increasing resonance in the body: (32:26)
    His product Biowave: (35:31)
    Studies on energy and nutrients: (36:50)
    Vitamin D production in the body: (37:30)
    Making fibers out of natural ingredients: (38:50)
    UV light and the skin: (41:07)
    Time is your most valuable asset: (43:33)
    Nature gets it right: calming effect of trees and forest bathing: (44:59)
    Tree circuiting and mitigating stress: (47:38)
    Changing your emotional outlook on life: (51:13)
    Be your own psychologist: (52:34)
    Bach flowers: (53:07)
    Touching trees effectively: (54:45)
    Synergistic effects: (57:49)
    Making fabrics for different environments: (59:29)
    Increasing athletic performance: (1:01:07)
    Technology can increase tissue oxygen: (1:01:47)
    Increasing bioavailability of nutrients and shelf life in food: (1:02:36)
    Increasing stem cell production: (1:05:12)
    Grouding effect of humic acid: (1:07:41)
    Longevv Rivivv Creme: (1:07:54)
    Malillumination: (1:09:49)
    Lessening dark spots: (1:13:59)

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    6/2022
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    Bach Flower Remedies - Self-Help
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    Elevate Your Health with Light, Water & Magnetism w/ Carrie Bennett Sep 14, 2023

    Carrie Bennett was the most popular episode of 2022 on The Red Light Report, and I was lucky enough to get the chance to sit down with her again to geek out some more on the quantum side of biology and health. We dig a little deeper into the foundational tenants of quantum health: light, water and magnetism. It is within these three pillars that you must be concentrating the majority of your efforts in order to optimize mitochondrial health and bear the fruit of limitless energy and vitality. You simply need to understand the principles... which is where Carrie's expertise comes in!
    Carrie discusses some newer topics on today's episode, such as why she is no longer a fan of supplementing vitamin D, along with other analogous "supplements" that our hormones already produced in our body. She delves into the topic of hydration and why she thinks that is one of the most overlooked areas of health and one of the lowest hanging fruits from a quantum energetic perspective. Carrie also discusses how diluted ocean water may be one of the missing links to a more vibrant healthspan.
    For those of you that haven't listened to that first interview — and even those that have! — I highly recommend going back and listening to it, as Carrie is an absolute expert in quantum health and is an amazing source of information and education (the link for that episode is in the show notes).


    You can't help but get excited and energized when you hear Carrie talk. Her energy is infectious and her information and quantum education is unparalleled. Enjoy and, as always, light up your health!

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    Key points:

    What's new in the quantum health world: (1:34)
    The paradigm of light, water, and magnetism: (3:04)
    Not supplementing with vitamin D: (4:07)
    Maximizing vitamin D production from the skin: (6:19)
    Melatonin: (8:02)
    Non-native EMFs: (10:35)
    Northern climates, darker climates, and vitamin D: (11:24)
    Melatonin supplementation: (14:39)
    Philosophy on supplementation in general: (17:24)
    Hydrogen and the body: (19:23)
    Get your light and hydration right: (19:46)
    NAD+ and nature: (20:07)
    Adequate sleep recycles NAD+: (21:28)
    Dehydration is inflammatory: (23:07)
    Laying the right health foundation: (23:50)
    The non-native EMF "ocean": (24:36)
    Hydrogen-rich water vs electron-rich water: (24:52)
    Benefits of molecular hydrogen: (27:03)
    Nitric oxide: (30:31)
    Alkaline and acidic: (31:13)
    Diluted seawater and essential minerals: (32:02)
    Rehydration trajectory: (34:17)
    Unopposed blue light and its effect: (35:29)
    Messing with the body's natural water process: (35:57)
    Bringing people back to nature: (36:33)
    Magnetism and its impact on our health: (36:45)
    Magnetism is a pull for nutrients: (37:48)
    Beneficial magnetic fields: (38:41)
    Gratitude and getting the correct inputs: (43:43)
    PEMF mats: (45:47)
    Indoor grounding mechanisms: (47:16)
    Enhancing the biofield: (49:46)
    Emotional trauma and quantum health: (54:21)

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    Research: Muscle & Joint Pain Relief, Thyroid Health, Neurodegeneration & OLED Photobiomodulation Sep 07, 2023

    Welcome to another enlightening episode of The Red Light Report! In this episode, we dive deep into the latest research on red light therapy and its impact on various aspects of our health. We kick off with an exploration of how red light therapy can effectively alleviate pain in your upper trap muscles. This groundbreaking research sheds light on a potential game-changer for those struggling with muscle discomfort.

    Moving forward, we delve into the fascinating world of red light therapy and its implications for joint health, especially in cases of osteoarthritis. The findings presented here are nothing short of remarkable, offering hope for individuals seeking non-invasive solutions for joint-related challenges. Then, we uncover an intriguing aspect: how one's skin tone influences the optimal dosage of photobiomodulation. This revelation adds a crucial dimension to the customization of red light therapy treatments.

    Steering into the future of photobiomodulation, we explore exciting prospects and emerging technologies that promise to reshape the landscape of healthcare. We discuss the innovative use of OLEDs in combatting type 2 diabetes. This groundbreaking research represents a powerful step towards a brighter, healthier future for individuals grappling with this prevalent metabolic disorder. Finally, we unravel the synergistic potential of combining red light therapy with supplements to enhance thyroid health. The results showcased here open up a new avenue for holistic approaches to thyroid wellness. Tune in and stay informed about the cutting-edge research that's shaping the future of red light therapy. As always, light up your health!

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    Key points:

    The research portion: (4:19)
    Research: How red light therapy affects pain in your upper trap muscles: (4:55)
    Research: Red light therapy and joints/ osteoarthritis: (9:25)
    How skin tone affects PBM dosage: (19:18)
    Research: PBM and neurodegenerative diseases: (20:53)
    The future of where photobiomodulation is going: (28:34)
    Using OLEDs to reduce type 2 diabetes: (29:09)
    Research: red light therapy combined with supplements for thyroid health: (31:46)

    - Articles referenced from the episode:
    Effectiveness of Photobiomodulation Therapy in the Treatment of Myofascial Pain Syndrome of the Upper Trapezius Muscle: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
    Customized Photobiomodulation Modulates Pain and Alters Thermography Pattern in Patients with Knee Osteoarthritis: A Randomized Double-Blind Pilot Study
    A systematic review of the effect of photobiomodulation on the neuroinflammatory response in animal models of neurodegenerative diseases
    OLED catheters for inner-body phototherapy: A case of type 2 diabetes mellitus improved via duodenal photobiomodulation
    Efficacy of Combined Photobiomodulation Therapy with Supplements versus Supplements alone in Restoring Thyroid Gland Homeostasis in Hashimoto Thyroiditis: A Clinical Feasibility Parallel Trial with 6-Months Follow-Up - Check out BioLight's most innovative product yet: the Cocoon! - Kindle version of Red Light Therapy Treatment Protocols eBook, 4th Edition -

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    Navigating Photobiomodulation’s Frontier & Data w/ Vladimir Heiskanen Aug 31, 2023

    This week on The Red Light Report, I am joined by Vladimir Heiskanen, a Finnish dentist and independent medical researcher. Vladimir has published 6 peer-reviewed articles on photobiomodulation (PBM) and has been writing on PBM since 2013. One of his most impressive feats is a massive and detailed PBM database that he has been working on 2016; this database is a comprehensive compilation of PBM-related scientific research, chronicling over 7000 PBM articles. It is a dream resource for researchers and novice red light therapy geeks alike!


    Needless to say, we cover countless aspects of red light therapy. Let's jump in: Origins and Passion (3:08) Vladimir kicks things off by sharing his personal journey into the realm of red light therapy. From serendipitous encounters to curious experiments, he'll give you a glimpse into what sparked his passion for this incredible field. Unveiling the Mega Research Project (8:09) Vladimir reveals the massive photobiomodulation research initiative that has been consuming his days. It's a project that aims to unravel the hidden potentials of light therapy, and trust me, it's a game-changer. Progress Unwrapped (10:04) Curious about where the research stands? Vladimir walks you through the exciting progress that has been made so far. From unexpected findings to those "aha" moments, you'll get an insider's look into the ongoing work. Future Horizons (12:19) What's next for our groundbreaking research? Vladimir shares his vision for the project's evolution and how it could revolutionize the way we approach health and wellness. The future is bright, pun intended! Trends in Photobiomodulation (16:56) Vladimir dissects the emerging trends within the photobiomodulation landscape. From cutting-edge technologies to novel applications, the world of light therapy is evolving, and you're in for a front-row seat. LEDs vs. Lasers (18:26) One of the hot debates in the field - which is better, LEDs or lasers? Vladimir breaks down the pros, cons, and the science behind each, helping you make informed decisions for your light therapy journey. Unveiling Sunlight's Wonders (23:54) We'll explore the intriguing concept of full-spectrum sunlight and its potential therapeutic benefits. Is sunlight more than just a mood lifter? You're about to find out. Broad vs. Narrow Spectrums (24:40) Dive deep with me into the nuances of light spectra. Is broader always better, or do narrow spectrums have their unique roles to play? Get ready for a spectrum of knowledge! Lighting Up Dentistry (25:26) Yes, you heard it right – photobiomodulation in dentistry. Discover the fascinating ways light therapy is making its mark in oral health and how it's reshaping modern dentistry practices. Microbiome and Acidity (28:44) We'll explore the intriguing connection between oral microbiome health, acidity, and red light therapy. The interplay might just change how you think about your oral care routine. The Thrill of Discovery (34:45) Vladimir shares some of the most captivating research findings in the photobiomodulation realm. These discoveries could potentially reshape our understanding of health and wellness. Safety First: Eyes and Cancer Sites (43:51) Addressing safety concerns head-on, Vladimir discusses the eye safety aspect of red light therapy and shed light on its implications for active cancer sites. Your safety is paramount. Animal Insights (51:56) Explore the world of animal studies and photobiomodulation. From furry friends to unexpected outcomes, we'll uncover what these studies teach us about the potential of light therapy. Devices, Prices, and Communities (1:12:27) Ready to dip your toes into the world of photobiomodulation devices? Vladimir guides you through different options, price ranges, and vibrant communities that are as passionate as you are. Shifting Perspectives (1:15:06) Changing minds about photobiomodulation research is no small feat. Vladimir shares strategies and stories that might just inspire you to spread the light therapy gospel. Radiant Skin with PBM (1:20:04) Wrapping up, we'll explore the fascinating intersection of photobiomodulation and skincare. Could red light be the secret to unlocking your skin's true potential? Get ready to glow! So, there you have it, folks! An episode packed with insights, research revelations, and a whole lot of photobiomodulation. Stay curious, stay enlightened, and until next time, light up your health! - Watch this episode on YouTube - Where to Learn More From & About Vladimir Heiskanen:
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    The Invisible Rainbow, Pt. 3 Aug 24, 2023

    Today's episode is the last installment of this three-part series on non-native EMF's negative impact on not just our health, but the health of our planet, including birds, bees and other insects, as well as trees and plants. From the book, The Invisible Rainbow by Arthur Firstenberg, we can certainly glean the impact and consequences to our biology of virtually swimming around in an ocean of frequencies our physiology has never been exposed to at any point of the existence of the earth. It's time to take EMF-mitigating strategies as seriously as we do our diet and exercise for optimal health, well-being and longevity. My number one EMF-mitigating tactic is using grounding/earthing products for when I am in bed, at my desk, on my couch, etc. As we learned from Clint Ober's book, Earthing, you are literally protecting your body from non-native EMFs whenever you are grounding yourself. What a simple, inexpensive way to combat this EMF-laden world we now live in. My favorite grounding products come from Clint Ober's company: Earthing.com
    I hope you have enjoyed this three-part series and have found the information interesting, impactful and mind-expanding. If you want to dig deeper and learn more, check out the book by clicking the link above in the description or below in the show notes. As always, light up your health!
    Episode Highlights:
    Grounding is anti-EMF (4:46): We start our journey by exploring the intriguing concept of grounding as a potential shield against the pervasive influence of EMFs.
    Jumping into the chapter: Bees, Birds, Trees, and humans (5:45): Together, we'll navigate the interwoven lives of bees, birds, trees, and humans, uncovering how EMFs impact each element.
    EMF's effect on birds (6:40): Discover how the harmonious world of birds is disrupted by the presence of EMFs, influencing their behavior and even their navigational abilities.
    EMFs and abnormal development in embryos (8:44): Join me as we peer into the disconcerting link between EMFs and abnormal development in embryos, raising questions about the unseen impacts.
    Reproduction near antennas (12:04): Let's examine the potential risks that loom when living near EMF-emitting antennas, and how this might intertwine with reproductive health.
    Losses in pigeon populations (15:18): Delve into the mysterious losses within pigeon populations and the unexpected role EMFs might play in this puzzle.
    EMF's effect on insects (17:21): The tiny world of insects holds big secrets. Tune in as we uncover how EMFs disrupt their lives, including a fascinating case with cell phone radiation and fruit flies.
    Phone batteries (21:36): Ever wondered about the connection between EMFs and our trusty phone batteries? Let's explore this technological dance.
    DNA damage (24:42): Brace yourselves for a closer look at the unsettling evidence linking prolonged EMF exposure with DNA damage – a revelation that might just redefine our understanding.
    EMF's effect on bees (25:08): The tale of bees takes center stage. Discover how EMFs might contribute to the concerning decline in bee populations and its wider ramifications.
    Losses in bees (33:40): We delve deeper into the losses within bee populations, pondering the potential cascading effects on our ecosystems.
    Insects can sense electromagnetism (38:51): Uncover the fascinating abilities of insects to sense electromagnetism and how EMFs could be disrupting this finely tuned skill.
    Radio transmissions (44:55): A broader perspective emerges as we examine the interplay between radio transmissions and the intricate web of EMFs.
    EMF's effect on plants and trees (47:02): The green world isn't untouched by EMFs. Join me in exploring their impact on plant and tree life, including the startling connection to tree damage.
    Tree damage (49:00): Dive into instances of tree damage and the complex link between EMFs and the vitality of our forests.
    Dead forests and radar installation (49:26): Discover the compelling narrative behind dead forests and their haunting correlation with radar installations.
    Acid in the soil (52:49): Unearth the role of EMFs in soil acidification and its implications for the delicate balance of nature.
    A story of a radio station in a small town (58:15): Allow me to share a captivating tale, a story that paints a vivid picture of how a small town's dynamics are altered by the invisible forces of EMFs.
    The final chapter on forests (1:01:33): Our journey culminates in a reflection on the broader impact of EMFs on our precious forests, leaving us with a renewed appreciation for the intricate dance between technology and our environment.
    So, dear listeners, buckle up as we embark on this eye-opening expedition through the hidden realms of EMFs. Let's uncover the untold stories that shape our world. - Book referenced from the episode: The Invisible Rainbow: A History of Electricity and Life, Arthur Firstenberg - Check out BioLight's most innovative product yet: the Cocoon! - Kindle version of Red Light Therapy Treatment Protocols eBook, 4th Edition -

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    The Invisible Rainbow, Pt. 2 Aug 17, 2023

    Welcome to another captivating episode of The Red Light Report. In this installment, we once again delve into the profound realm of electrical health and its intricate ties to our modern lifestyle via the remarkable book, The Invisible Rainbow, by Arthur Firstenberg. Brace yourself for a riveting exploration of how our world saturated with electromagnetic fields (EMFs) challenges traditional notions of diet and exercise. Join us as we navigate the EMF "ocean", unearthing the captivating connection between earthing and EMFs, all while emphasizing the vital importance of addressing our body's foundational "motor" to attain holistic well-being.

    Embark on an illuminating journey through history as we uncover the symphony of symptoms stemming from our electrified environment. Together, we'll unravel the intricate dance between electricity and mitochondria, those cellular powerhouses driving our vitality. Discover the fascinating intersection of Soviet research, the electron transport chain, and the irritable heart condition that echoed through the civil war era. Our expedition traverses time, touching on World War II's radar technology and its lasting impact on our relationship with EMFs.

    Prepare to be astonished as we delve into the enigmatic territory of "chronic fatigue syndrome" and decipher the perplexing correlation between cell phone radiation and the plight of our precious bees. Uncover the startling truth behind oxygen deprivation in patients, while we shine a light on the harrowing rural disease landscape across states. Speculation intertwines with facts as we navigate the complex web of heart disease, electrification, and its reverberations throughout history. Join us in this enthralling episode as we shed light on the rising tide of heart-related chest pain and the mysteries that continue to shape our electrified world.

    Key points:

    "Electrical health" and how you can't out-diet or out-excercise it: (4:14)
    We are swimming in an "EMF ocean": (5:37)
    Earthing and EMFs: (7:01)
    You have to fix the body's "motor" first: (9:26)
    Symptoms from electricity: (12:25)
    Electrical effects on mitochondria: (18:18)
    EKG results: (20:39)
    Soviet research and the electron transport chain: (21:58)
    Irritable heart and the civil war era: (25:02)
    Radar during WWII: (32:08)
    "Chronic fatigue syndrome": (35:24)
    Mitochondria and oxygen use: (38:09)
    What is causing these health conditions? (38:54)
    Cell phone radiation and its effect on bees: (41:39)
    Oxygen deprivation in patients: (44:18)
    Rural disease by state: (48:53)
    Speculation on causes of death: (52:35)
    Heart disease rises with electrification: (56:32)
    Heart-related chest pain is increasing: (58:11)

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    The Invisible Rainbow, Pt. 1 Aug 10, 2023

    This week we will take a dive into the world of invisible light and its impact on our health. And I'm not talking about infrared light, the wavelength we associate with red light therapy that has positive health benefits; but, rather, the other invisible light that makes up over 99% of the electromagnetic spectrum. In his book, The Invisible Rainbow: A History of Electricity and Life, Arthur Firstenberg chronicles the impact that the evolution of electricity, radiation and non-native electromagnetic frequencies (EMFs) has had on the health of humans and animals since its inception in the late 19th century.

    This well-written and strongly-cited book by Firstenberg makes a very strong case that the vast majority of health maladies and diseases of the last couple of centuries are actually directly tied to electricity and the iterations of that technology (i.e., the electrical power grid, radio waves, telecommunication, wireless technology, advancements from 3G to 4G to 5G, etc.) versus the paradigm, which we are all too familiar with, of exercise and diet.
    This book has completely transformed my perception of electricity, the advancement of any technology and its indisputable negative impact on our health. In a nutshell, any human-made, non-native EMF causes metabolic disease, which is tantamount to saying it causes mitochondrial dysfunction. Based on the information presented in the book, provided you are a health conscious individual, you quickly realize you need to start prioritizing EMF-mitigating tactics over diet/exercise tactics. I am not saying you need to get rid of one to include the other, but rather that you can't out-exercise or out-diet/out-supplement dysfunctional mitochondria; you need a strong motor (i.e. mitochondria) before you can get the benefits from the fuel (i.e. diet and exercise).

    In this episode, I cover one of the more profound chapters, Irritable Heart, in the sense that it clearly demonstrates the impact of electrical technology through various eras and how it has been a silent killer for countless cardiac conditions. In my opinion, 5G is further perpetuating and accelerating the issues outlined in this chapter. I hope you find this information as profound and paradigm-shifting as I do — knowledge is truly power. As always, light up your health (with EMFs from the earth/nature and sunlight)!

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    Key points:

    Advances in technology and its impact on health: (2:50)
    Positive and negative EMFs: (4:14)
    The environment affects the mitochondria: (7:55)
    Irritable heart: (8:37)
    Marconi and the invention of radio: (14:59)
    Heart issues and electricity exposure: (15:61)
    Heart disease and electricity correlation: (23:10)
    Animal fat and heart attacks: (26:26)
    Cholesterol and heart disease: (27:50)
    Coronary heart disease: (29:30)
    Fat consumption: (30:60)
    We can't metabolize fats like our ancestors could: (33:47)
    Increased heart attacks in zoo animals: (35:10)
    Radio-frequency radiation: (37:27)
    Politics vs science: (39:44)
    Illnesses from microwave radiation: (39:16)
    Symptoms of radio-wave exposure: (42:26)
    Hearing radar: (44:41)
    Modulating heart rhythm: (46:53)

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    Acupoints & Anecdotes: Red Light Therapy for Animals & Humans w/ Ros Maindok Aug 03, 2023

    This week I am excited to welcome my first "fireside chat" with a red light therapy enthusiast! Calling in from Western Australia, Ros Maindok, first got illuminated by red light therapy back in 2010 when she took a course that was designed specifically for horses. This is back in the day when it was literally just red light and did not encompass the near-infrared light we are accustomed to with today's red light therapy devices. She began with a red light therapy torch and learned how to treat acupoints on horses, getting impressive results quickly. From there she was hooked on the healing capabilities of this simple, yet profound technology.
    Of course, over time Ros's experiences and knowledge grew into treating other animals/pets and herself and her family. Similar to her results with horses, she realized some amazing results with her family, especially her husband. Ros highlights some fun anecdotes, which provides some great insight into "real life" results people are getting with red light therapy. We also speak about how we see red light therapy expanding in the future and (hopefully) where it can get with more mainstream adoption. Like me, Ros is very impassioned and excited to share and spread her red light therapy knowledge; and with over a decade of experience, she comes from a place of know-how versus just reading a book or the research. Sit back, relax and enjoy this fun conversation with Ros from the land down under (sorry, I couldn't help myself). And regardless of which side of the equator you are on, light up your health! -

    Key points:

    Adjusting the duration of treatment based on various factors: (11:60)
    Results that she's seen from red light therapy: (16:56)
    Reacting to therapy: (16:56)
    Improving collagen quality: (22:18)
    Avoiding chemical pain killers: (23:60)
    Why not use red light therapy first?: (26:62)
    The acupoints don't like to be "shouted at": (30:07)
    How the nervous system responds: (31:35)
    Animals inherently know the benefits of red light therapy: (32:21)
    Red light therapy is not a cookie-cutter treatment: (34:45)
    More often than not, people are over treating: (35:39)
    Treating acute injuries/ sicknesses early on: (37:23)
    Anecdotes of treating humans: (38:29)
    Red light therapy on a mass scale in the future: (44:07)
    We live in an electrified world: (47:14)
    Introducing new electromagnetic fields: (49:32)
    Blue light and its potential: (52:05)

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    Product Release: The Cocoon; Research: Red Light Therapy For COVID Tongue, Fibromyalgia & Neuroinflammation Jul 27, 2023

    In this episode, we explore the revolutionary world of red light therapy and its potential to transform our approach to wellness. We start by unveiling the groundbreaking BioLight product drop - The Cocoon, a cutting-edge device that offers flexible full-body, 360-degree red light therapy treatments. Discover the remarkable benefits of this therapy, from rejuvenating the skin to enhancing cellular function.

    Next, we delve into the latest research on photobiomodulation and its potential to treat various health conditions. Explore a unique case report on Photobiomodulation and COVID-19, shedding light on its intriguing therapeutic possibilities. Learn about surprising links between oral health and systemic well-being and explore lesser-known COVID-19 symptoms, such as "COVID tongue."

    Finally, we discuss the proactive use of red light therapy, its effects on pain management, and its potential in treating neuroinflammation and various inflammatory conditions. We also highlight how combining red light therapy with other treatments can amplify their benefits. Tune in to discover the exciting potential of red light therapy and take charge of your well-being!

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    Key points:

    BioLight Product drop - The Cocoon: (1:28)
    Benefits of full-body red light therapy treatments: (3:03)
    Photobiomidulation research: (14:23)
    Case report: Photobiomidulation and COVID-19: (14:48)
    Oral health and systemic health: (22:28)
    "COVID tongue": (24:09)
    Pre-treatment with red light therapy: (27:29)
    Whole-body photobiomodulation effects on pain: (28:55)
    Results of the pain study: (32:58)
    Treating neuroinflammation with photobiomodulation: (38:13)
    Anti-inflammatory properties of photobiomodulation: (40:12)
    Being proactive and reducing dependence on medications: (43:50)
    Pairing other treatments with red light therapy: (45:06)

    - Research articles referenced from the episode: Conservative treatment with mouthwashes followed by tongue photobiomodulation therapy in Covid-19: a case report Short-Term Effects of Whole-Body Photobiomodulation on Pain, Quality of Life and Psychological Factors in a Population Suffering from Fibromyalgia: A Triple-Blinded Randomised Clinical Trial Photobiomodulation for the treatment of neuroinflammation: A systematic review of controlled laboratory animal studies - Preorder the updated, upgraded ReCharge panel today! - Check out the Kindle version of Red Light Therapy Treatment Protocols eBook, 4th Edition -

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    Irlen Syndrome: Perceptual Challenges & Light Sensitivities w/ Terry Carlson Jul 20, 2023

    This week on The Red Light Report we are going to gain a novel perspective on light and learn just how much it can affect our perceptual processing. Known by many names, including Irlen Syndrome, visual stress, and scotopic sensitivity, the symptoms that can be helped with color are wide-ranging and appear in many different populations, including those with migraines, brain injury, concussion, ADHD, autism, and learning difficulties. Interestingly and luckily, this debilitating condition can be quickly and effectively reversed by colored overlays and spectral lenses. I was able to sit down with Terry Carlson, a seasoned Irlens diagnostician, to take a deep dive into Irlen Syndrome and how she goes about diagnosing and treating this condition with the science of color!
    Backed by over 40 years of research, Irlen is the pioneer and global leader in spectral filter color lens technology. This innovative, breakthrough solution has helped millions of adults and children around the world. With hundreds of certified providers in 46 countries around the world, Irlen is the original creator of colored lens treatment for light-based, visual processing difficulties.

    The Irlen Method has earned millions of fans by providing a long-term, expertly-developed solution for reading problems, headaches, migraines, light sensitivity, ADD and ADHD, autism, and many other light-based difficulties–by directly addressing a core problem: the brain’s inability to process visual information and specific wavelengths of light. This is a very interesting conversation and will make you see light through a new lens and, perhaps, the signs and symptoms may be similar to what you are currently experiencing. Be sure to look into Irlen Syndrome via the links below and share this information with any family members/friends that may be dealing with. Take the self test, it's free and may put you on the right path to recovery. Enjoy this episode and, as always, light up your health! -

    Key points:

    Intro: (0:00)

    Terry's background: (2:27)
    Irlen Syndrome symptoms and treatments: (6:54)
    Diagnosing Irlen Syndrome: (7:46)
    The hereditary aspect of Irlen Syndrome: (10:36)
    Seeking out diagnosticians: (12:20)
    Depth perception: (19:36)
    Sample distortions of what the disorder looks like: (21:54)
    Perceptual processing disorder: (23:06)
    The "treatment process" and determining the right color to use: (24:32)
    What's going on in the brain for these patients: (33:36)
    How long the syndrome has been around: (35:09)
    The discovery of Irlen Syndrome treatments: (36:49)
    Synergistic treatments: (42:15)
    Light sensitivities: (46:04)
    Processing light correctly: (48:38)
    The number of clinicians worldwide: (51:05)
    Choosing the colors: (52:09)
    Being in tune with your body: (54:18)
    Attention issues in school: (55:10)
    Light and its role in health in general: (57:41)

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    Research: Photobiomodulation’s Potential in Healing Brain Lesions Jul 13, 2023

    Get ready for an enlightening episode of The Red Light Report! We kick things off with the excitement of huckleberry season. Then I offer an exclusive sneak peek into the groundbreaking technology of BioLight. Our listeners requested a deep dive into photobiomodulation and its impact on brain lesions, and we do just that in this solosode!

    Explore the ongoing research article discussing continuous wave vs pulsed wave dosing, establishing optimum doses and regimens, and the fascinating concept of the "translational effect" in humans. Discover the neuroprotective properties of photobiomodulation and its potential in attenuating injuries.

    We also delve into its promising applications in treating Binswanger's disease, vascular Parkinsonism, and cognitive rehabilitation. Join me on The Red Light Report as we uncover the latest advancements in this exciting field!

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    Key points:

    Huckleberry season: (0:00)
    Exciting sneak peek into BioLight: (7:26)
    Requested topic - photobiomodulation and brain lesions: (8:47)
    Discussion portion of the research article: (11:11)
    Continuous wave vs pulsed wave dosing: (17:04)
    Establishing an optimum dose: (18:17)
    Mitochondrial density and dosage: (19:28)
    Establishing an optimum dose regimen: (23:27)
    Establishing the "translational effect" in humans: (31:33)
    Research on attenuating injuries: (35:24)
    Photobiomodulation is neuroprotective: (36:58)
    Treating binswanger's disease and vascular parkinsonism: (40:31)
    Cognitive rehabilitation: (44:51)

    - Research articles referenced from the episode:
    Photobiomodulation in Acute Traumatic Brain Injury: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
     Intracerebral Transcatheter Laser Photobiomodulation Therapy in the Treatment of Binswanger's Disease and Vascular Parkinsonism: Research and Clinical Experience Photobiomodulation Therapy Attenuates Hypoxic-ischemic Injury in a Neonatal Rat Model
    Transcranial Photobiomodulation Therapy in the Cognitive Rehabilitation of Patients with Cranioencephalic Trauma - Preorder the updated, upgraded ReCharge panel today! - Check out the Kindle version of Red Light Therapy Treatment Protocols eBook, 4th Edition -

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    Research: Fluoride & Mitochondrial Dysfunction, Amber vs. Red Light For Skin Health & Treating Rotator Cuff Surgical Repair Jul 06, 2023

    It's been some time since we tackled some research, so in this week's solosode we're going to cover a wide variety of topics! Also, I wanted to reach out to my audience and let you know that I would like to start interviewing some of YOU (5 to 15 minutes segments) about your experiences and results with red light therapy. You would not have to disclose any personal information — simply share your story! I think it would be powerful for everyone to hear one another's stories and experiences. If you would be interested in participating please reach out here: podcast@biolight.shop
    With the first article we will uncover fluoride's impact on mitochondrial health. If you remember from the last couple of episode's from Dr. Jerry Tennant's book, fluoride is an electron stealer and lowers your voltage (hint hint!).
    The second article looks at periocular skin health (i.e. skin around the eyes) and compares amber light versus red light in their abilities to decrease wrinkles. It turns out they are both great at doing so, but which one is superior?
    The last article looks at treating rotator cuff arthroscopic repair with red light therapy; specifically, self-treatment with lasers! It turns out, people are more than capable of accelerating their own recovery and rehab​ when given the proper tools and education. The protocol provided was also quite interesting and comprehensive, which is great to see from the research.​
    It's great to get back to some research and continue to broaden our red light therapy and mitochondrial knowledge. Enjoy the information and, as always, light up your health!

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    Key Points:

    BioLight's Glow device: (2:26)
    Share your experience with red light therapy - email podcast@biolight.shop: (5:26)
    Photobiomodulation research: (6:44)
    Mitochondrial dysfunction from fluoride: (8:40)
    Research on skin health: (14:04)
    Amber light vs red light: (18:52)
    Improving pain and functionality with red light therapy: (19:57)
    Accelerating recovery: (30:33)
    Conclusion to the self-induced red light therapy article: (34:27)

    - Research articles referenced from the episode: Fluoride-Induced Mitochondrial Dysfunction and Approaches for Its Intervention Photobiomodulation Reduces Periocular Wrinkle Volume by 30%: A Randomized Controlled Trial Photobiomodulation self-treatment at home after rotator cuff arthroscopic repair accelerates improvement in pain, functionality, and quality of life: A double-blind, sham-controlled, randomized clinical trial - Preorder the updated, upgraded ReCharge panel today! - Check out the Kindle version of Red Light Therapy Treatment Protocols eBook, 4th Edition -

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    Healing is Voltage, Pt. 2 Jun 29, 2023

    All of our cellular membranes are battery packs and hold a charge? We will continue our journey down the path of energetic health as we work our way through a particularly profound chapter in the book, Healing is Voltage, by Dr. Jerry Tennant. In the second part of this pivotal chapter, we will learn how cells acquire voltage, the role of water in electron exchange, how food carries its own voltage and the common ways electrons are taken from our bodies and how cells store them.
    Dr. Tennant also discusses why removing hydrogenated oils from your diet is a non-negotiable, as the dangers of trans fats have a strong correlation to obesity and overall health. He also explores the wisdom of acupuncture meridians and their impact on well-being that provides a new perspective on the interconnectedness of our organs and the role of energy flow.
    ​​Lastly, Dr. Tennant unravels the profound relationship between acupuncture and yin/yang organs and further shows us how our entire body is a massive circuit and battery with tesla coils related to all of our organs; the end result is that it explains how all disease/cancer can be traced directly back to any area of low voltage that correlates to that tissue/organ. When the dots are connected, it is mind-expanding.
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    This episode is chalk full of interesting perspectives and noteworthy concepts. Nothing but gratitude to Dr. Jerry Tennant for sharing all of this information with us for the betterment of our voltage (i.e., quality of life!). As always, light up your health!

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    Key Points:

    Everything is a frequency: (1:27)
    Take health into your own hands: (3:07)
    Increasing your healthspan: (4:38)
    Readings from Dr. Tennant's book
    How do cells get voltage?: (6:22)
    Water steals and donates electrons: (7:22)
    Food has voltage: (8:15)
    The piezoelectric effect: (10:08)
    Common ways electrons are taken from the human body: (11:08)
    How cells store electrons: (14:21)
    Remove hydrogenated oils from your diet: (16:18)
    Dysfunctional mitochondria: (18:08)
    The cell membrane is the "brain" of the cell: (20:17)
    Trans fats, or "plastic fats": (22:54)
    Eating fat and obesity: (26:38)
    ATP/ ADP: (28:52)
    Acupuncture meridians: (32:07)
    The organs of the body are wired together as tesla circuits: (41:49)
    Acupuncture and yin/ yang organs: (43:14)
    Chapter summary and oxygen levels: (54:35)
    Scars and the movement of electrons: (56:23)

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    Book referenced from the episode: Healing is Voltage - Jerry Tennant, MD

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    Healing is Voltage, Pt. 1 Jun 22, 2023

    As you know, when I read a great book with profound information, I have to share it with you guys! Well, the most recent book I have been digging into continues to further my knowledge and reverence for how our body works and heals at an energetic level. In his book, Healing is Voltage, Dr. Jerry Tennant details in how our cells are meant to run at -20 to -25 millivolts (which means our bodies are electron-rich, so to speak) and that when we creep closer to zero and, God forbid, go into the positive territory, that's when our body becomes riddled with disease and cancer. It's as simple as that!
    So that begs the questions: how do we stay in the -20 to -25 millivolts range? What causes our cells to go above or below that and how to we return to that range? How does this ultimately affect our tissues, organs and body systems? What lifestyle habits pull us out of that range and what lifestyle habits can we adopt to stay in that range effortlessly? What about diet? What about medications? How do you measure it? ​This is all just the tip of the iceberg, as it relates to the book. But I will keep it simple and just stick to one chapter in the book to give you a taste of this paradigm-shifting information.
    Dr. Tennant has compiled relatively simple, yet profound information in the 550-page "handbook" that is just lurking in the archives of Amazon — just sitting there waiting to be read and applied to one's life. Why this information is not more prevalent and, in a perfect world, taught in school? Well, that's the beauty of this podcast. I can at least share it with you all and hopefully that begins a snowball effect to get this information spread to more and more people. ​​​

    This will be at least a two-part series, as there is too much juicy information to put into one solosode. Sit back, accrue your electrons and enjoy the information. As always, light up your health! -

    Key points:

    A sneak peek into future energy healing episodes: (1:49)
    Increasing energy and reverence for your body: (7:16)
    Who is Jerry Tenant?: (8:10)
    Your nervous system and biofield: (14:46)
    Introduction: (16:16)
    The body's relationship with fat and bile: (17:51)
    Healing is voltage: (20:27)
    Abnormally high levels: (22:23)
    Aging and chronic disease: (28:08)
    Voltage, water, & oxygen: (29:45)
    ATP vs ADP: (30:33)
    Low voltage = low oxygen: (32:25)
    Infections and toxins: (33:33)

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    Book referenced from the episode: Healing is Voltage - Jerry Tennant, MD

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    Illuminating the Nuances of Red Light Therapy w/ Researcher Dr. Praveen Arany Jun 15, 2023

    This week on The Red Light Report, I am thrilled to welcome back the resident photobiomodulation researcher of this podcast, Dr. Praveen Arany. For you long-time listeners, you likely recognize that name from an episode last year where Dr. Arany showcased his photobiomodulation expertise as he delved into the exciting research he and his team were doing along with detailing some specifics about dosing red light therapy treatments. In this episode, Dr. Arany continues to be an amazing source of information as he clarifies on a wide variety of hot topics, FAQs and drops some new information as it pertains to red light therapy and infrared saunas!
    As a quick refresher for dedicated listeners to the podcast and for those being introduced to Dr. Arany for the first time... Dr. Praveen Arany is trained as a dentist and an oral pathologist. He completed a joint PhD-Residency program at Harvard University as a Harvard Presidential Scholar. He has two certificates in clinical translational research from Harvard Medical School and the National Institute of Health. He has over 100 scientific publications with several well cited papers to his credit. A complete list of his publications on Pubmed is available here. He is a recipient of numerous awards and has been invited to speak in various national and international forums, reviews for over 50 scientific journals, serves on 9 journal editorial boards.

    During our discussion today, Dr. Arany details the Arndt-Shultz curve (i.e., the biphasic dose response) and how the helps dictate treatment along with digging into the intricate interplay between energy, wavelength, and photons; we also touch upon essential factors such as light irradiance and the significance of third-party testing in ensuring product quality. I thoroughly appreciate Dr. Arany's depth of photobiomodulation knowledge and also admire the research he and his team conducts, which helps propel the red light therapy space forward in a positive direction. I always walk away from our conversations enlightened and educated -- perhaps that's why he's a repeat guest on the podcast. Enjoy this episode, learn lots and, as always, light up your health! -

    Key points:

    Background on Dr. Arany (1:00)
    Things he's researching and what he's excited about: (2:30)
    Defining photobiomodulation: (3:38)
    The body's response to temperature: (5:44)
    Biphasic dose response and using red light therapy effectively: (7:58)
    Photobiomodulation as a "language" to communicate with cells: (12:59)
    The speed of treatment: (18:42)
    Energy, wavelength, & how they affect photons: (22:02)
    Correct dosage: (24:45)
    Infrared saunas and red light therapy separately: (26:28)
    Red light therapy becoming the standard: (32:41)
    Kickstarting the body's andogenous healing response: (35:11)
    Remineralizing teeth via red light therapy: (38:41)
    Light irradiance: (40:13)
    Voting with your dollar: (44:42)
    Third-party testing of red light therapy devices: (45:07)
    Testing for EMFs: (46:13)
    Creating consumer confidence and transparency: (48:44)
    Moving the industry forward: (52:08)
    An exciting recent study: (52:56)
    Follow-up studies: (55:18)

    Relevant links from episode: https://pbmfoundation.org/
    Research article discussed: Use of either transcranial or whole-body photobiomodulation treatments improves COVID-19 brain fog (Robert Bowen, Praveen R. Arany)

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    Exploring Energetic Healing, Neurofeedback & Body Talk w/ Juli Nilson Jun 08, 2023

    Sometimes the smartest cookies and brightest experts are right under your nose. This week, I had to look no farther than my hometown to find neurofeedback specialist and energetic healing advoate, Juli Nilson. Through a mutual connection, I was exposed to Juli's unique skillset and results via neurofeedback, which is something I was not very familiar with. But, given my rapidly-growing interest in all things energy healing, I knew I had to sit down and pick her brain about the world of neurofeedback and other energetic healing techniques.


    Juli has over twenty years of experience working in behavioral health and a background in both social work and youth engagement. She is a Certified Neurofeedback Specialist. In 2018, she received advanced neurofeedback training in the Othmer Method at the EEG Institute in California. Her training includes Synchrony, Alpha Theta, Trauma and Infra-low Frequency. Juli is experienced and adept at working with children, teens and adults with an emphasis on trauma.
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    During our conversation, we take a deep dive into neurofeedback: how it works, what a treatment loos like, what it feels like, what conditions it's used for, how often it should be done and who should consider getting it done, amongst other talking points. Juli also discusses body talk, myofascial release, stress patterns Juli noticed throughout the virus pandemic, environmental toxins' impact, the truth about many ADD/ADHD diagnoses and much, much more!​

    Not only does Juli bring to light some unique and effective energetic treatment techniques, but she is also very easy to listen to and learn from. You will surely walk away from this episode with a greater appreciation for the brain and body's ability to heal itself when it's provided the right tools and energy. Enjoy and, as always, light up your health! -

    Key points:

    Body talk: (2:33)
    Things she looks for in the body: (5:20)
    Helping the body's energetic pathways: (6:44)
    Her experience with body talk: (7:13)
    How often you want to do body talk: (11:05)
    Targeting certain areas of the body: (11:45)
    add 1:41
    Environmental toxins are everywhere: (14:47)
    Neurofeedback: (15:40)
    Creating a new behavioral pattern in the brain: (17:50)
    Creating positive neural connections: (19:44)
    What you feel when you're being treated: (22:43)
    Neurofeedback: (24:40)
    Your ADD/ ADHD may be something else: (25:30)
    How many treatments before you see results: (26:14)
    Newer brains are more pliable: (27:02)
    Changes pre-COVID to now: (28:07)
    The need to balance both sides of the brain: (29:08)
    We are inappropriately responding to stress: (32:06)
    Tapping into the parasympathetic nervous system: (33:07)
    Neurofeedback's positive impact on quality of life: (34:24)
    Relief from pain: (35:26)
    Targeting specific parts of the brain: (35:47)
    "Listening" to brain frequencies: (38:42)
    Synergies with neurofeedback and clearing trauma: (39:18)
    The Othmer Method and why it's so unique: (43:28)
    Wellness practices she is excited about: (46:20)
    Myofascial release: (48:23)
    The importance of community and collaboration in health: (49:07)
    The body does know what to do: (52:21)

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    Exploring Energetic Healing, Frequency and Electromagnetic Health Jun 01, 2023

    Embark on a journey through the realms of energy, frequency, and extraordinary potential. In this episode, discover the profound implications of energetic healing and how it can shape our well-being. Delve into the depths of the human biofield, an intricate web of electromagnetic energy that intertwines with every aspect of our existence.

    Challenge the conventional understanding of matter as you uncover the revelation that there are more states of it than we were ever taught. BioLight unveils two groundbreaking products, pushing the boundaries of what's possible in the realm of biohacking. Gain invaluable insights into treatment protocols and the correct dosage for red light therapy, harnessing the power of pulse frequencies to optimize your health.

    Venture into the realm of knowledge with the enlightening book "Electric Body, Electric Health" by Eileen Day McCusick, revealing the inner workings of our electric system. Ponder the question, "Where is your personal battery meter?" and unlock the fascinating connection between voltage and pH, unraveling the secrets of our cellular regeneration.

    Explore the intriguing world of free radicals and toxins, electron stealers that pose a threat to our well-being. Dive into the depths of emotions and their critical role in shaping our overall health. Unearth the captivating landscape of the human biofield through the art of mapping, unraveling its profound influence on our physical and emotional experiences.

    Witness the entwined dance of pain and electrical current, challenging our understanding of suffering. Reflect upon the poignant truth that we often identify ourselves with our wounds, as we navigate the delicate balance between healing and self-acceptance. Grasp the significance of coherent versus incoherent energy and the harmonious symphony of our inner orchestra.

    Transcend the boundaries of the physical world as you explore the ethereal realm of plasma, unveiling the mysteries of bioplasma and the hidden dimensions of the ether. Journey into the realm of sound, where audible light and visible sound converge, and discover its profound impact on our electromagnetic health.

    Lastly, recognize the profound connection between emotions and our overall well-being, as they play a critical role in shaping our health and vitality. The Red Light Report podcast illuminates the path to a deeper understanding of ourselves and the extraordinary potential that lies within our energetic beings. Open your mind, expand your horizons, and embark on a transformational quest toward unlocking the limitless possibilities of energetic healing and electromagnetic well-being.

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    Key points:

    Energetic healing: (0:48)
    The human biofield: (5:05)
    Everything is frequency: (6:27)
    There are more states of matter than we were taught: (7:09)
    BioLight has two new products: (8:43)
    Treatment protocols and correct red light therapy dosage: (14:37)
    The second new BioLight product announcement: (19:54)
    Pulse frequencies: (24:29)
    The book Electric Body, Electric Health - Eileen Day McCusick: (27:01)
    What's going on inside your electric system: (29:06)
    "Where is your personal battery meter"? (30:21)
    Voltage as pH: (31:04)
    Making new cells: (32:59)
    Free radicals: (34:55)
    All toxins are electron stealers: (36:41)
    Emotions: (37:30)
    Mapping the human biofield: (38:20)
    Pain and electrical current: (40:52)
    "We identify ourselves with our wounds": (42:09)
    Coherent vs incoherent energy: (44:09)
    Our inner orchestra: (44:43)
    Plasma: (45:47)
    What is a bioplasma? (46:59)
    Ether: The Hidden Dimension: (48:57)
    Sound: (51:56)
    Sacred geometry and your etheric body: (52:55)
    Beyond Quantum: Resonance in the Ether: (54:44)
    Sound is audible light and light is visible sound: (55:50)
    The role of sound in our electromagnetic health: (57:15)
    Emotions are a critical component of our overall health: (1:00:09)

    - Book referenced from the episode: Electric Body, Electric Health - Eileen Day McKusick - Check out BioLight's newest device: the updated, upgrade ReStore panel. Pre-order the ReStore and get a FREE Shine device! **You can find a 15% discount code in this episode!** - Don't forget you can save 20% via BioLight Bundles all year long! - Check out the Kindle version of Red Light Therapy Treatment Protocols eBook, 4th Edition -

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    Unveiling the Magic of Red Light Therapy & Quantum Potential w/ Dr. Paige Roberts May 25, 2023

    Join Dr. Paige Roberts, a renowned Sports Psychology Consultant, as she unveils the remarkable world of red light therapy and quantum healing. From her personal journey to groundbreaking results, Dr. Roberts explores the power of photobiomodulation from her n=1 experiences along with anecdotes from treating her patients.
    Dr. Roberts is also an athlete energy alchemist, helping athletes in resetting their nervous system back to optimal performance. She holds a degree in exercise science, masters of social work and doctorate of integrative medicine. She has worked with every level of athlete including collegiate, national champions and Olympic medalists. On top of that, Dr. Roberts been a certified light therapist for over 9 years and loves to geek out on the quantum physics aspect of light health.
    ​
    ​In this episode, explore the science behind head treatments, arthritis relief, and the fascinating decalcification aspect of photobiomodulation along with learning how lasers, both hot and cold, can revolutionize treatments. From enhancing athlete performance to reversing aging, Dr. Roberts unravels the potential of light therapy.

    Learn about dosage, pain management, and the transformative impact light has on emotions. Immerse yourself in the quantum healing journey and uncover the secrets to unlocking your own healing potential. As always, light up your health! -

    Key points:

    Her background story: (1:49)
    Her introduction to photobiomodulation: (3:17)
    Results she saw using lasers: (4:33)
    Hot and cold lasers: (6:28)
    Scientific literature on head treatment: (8:29)
    Treating arthritis: (9:23)
    Breaking down calcification: (10:22)
    Veterans with blast injuries to the brain: (11:33)
    Reaction time, athletes, & tissue recovery: (12:02)
    The decalcification aspect of red light therapy: (13:06)
    Studies on concussions: (16:01)
    Detoxing difficulties: (16:55)
    Reversing aging and oxidative stress: (17:42)
    Neuroenergy is light: (19:24)
    Accessing more memories: (20:11)
    Stopping cancer with energy: (20:44)
    Explaining to someone how red light therapy works: (22:39)
    Treating pain: (23:36)
    Importance of peer-reviewed studies: (25:56)
    Dosage levels for red light therapy: (26:58)
    Opioids are not "necessary": (28:15)
    Light therapy is more beneficial than supplements: (29:56)
    How to use red light therapy: (31:00)
    Dosage recommendations: (33:39)
    Light irradiance: (35:15)
    Alpha imprinting: (37:21)
    Sound healing: (41:51)
    Emotions and how powerful they are: (47:36)
    Treating a stroke victim: (51:53)
    Quantum healing: (53:32)

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    Books Recommend by Dr. Roberts​:
    Healing With Red Light Therapy​ - Stephanie Hallett
    The Brain's Way of Healing​​ - Norman Doidge, M.D.

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    Illuminating Truth: Navigating Ethical Practices in Red Light Therapy May 18, 2023

    Step into the illuminating world of The Red Light Report as we embark on a journey to uncover the truth behind product integrity in red light therapy companies. In this eye-opening episode, I confront a startling truth: the entire industry has been either ignorantly or intentionally misrepresenting its device's light irradiance measurements.
    ​ An inconvenient truth in today's health, wellness, biohacking and anti-aging markets, the harsh reality is that consumers are being misled via marketing more than they would like to believe. Unfortunately, the red light therapy market is not immune to these charades. It is time that someone exposes the misinformation that has permeated the red light therapy landscape for far too long, unbeknownst to consumers. The gross embellishment of light irradiances on devices needs to end now and we must set a new standard for all red light therapy companies and products.

    ​

    Third-party testing takes center stage, where we shed light on its crucial role in separating fact from fiction. Learn how independent assessments and verifiable data can provide the transparency needed to navigate the complex world of red light therapy. Many companies "claim" to have third party testing without any other verification. If so, it should be clearly posted on their website and provided to consumers with ease. Prepare to have your mind expanded and enlightened in this episode of The Red Light Report. Empower yourself with this information and please share it if you find it to be important for others to know. It's time to elevate the red light therapy market together and move in a positive direction. As always, light up your health! -

    Key points:

    Product integrity in red light therapy companies (3:53)
    Light irradiance: (5:30)
    The consumers have been misled: (6:26)
    Third-party testing: (7:58)
    Higher light irradiance does not mean it's better: (8:58)
    Third-party testing results of different companies' devices: (17:32)
    People are getting inaccurate information: (26:05)
    The entire industry has been mismeasuring their devices: (27:50)
    An excerpt on third-party testing: (33:32)
    Why light irradiance is so important: (42:15)
    The direction red light therapy needs to go: (44:07)
    "A rising tide lifts all ships": (45:05)

    - References from the episode: 3rd Party Data Deception: Red Light Therapy Intensity Top Offenders - GembaRed - Check out BioLight's newest device: the newest, updated Shine! - Don't forget you can save 20% via BioLight Bundles all year long! - Check out the Kindle version of Red Light Therapy Treatment Protocols eBook, 4th Edition -

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    From Bioregulatory Medicine to Energetic Healing: Navigating Alternative Approaches to Health & Well-Being May 11, 2023

    Today we explore the fascinating world of alternative health and well-being. In this episode, we cover a range of topics, from the origins of medical theories and the role of energy in healing to interesting readings from the book "Bioregulatory Medicine" and explore the many benefits of alternative approaches to healthcare. I will cover my favorite insights from the first couple of chapters. Right off the bat, the book discusses the causes of diseases, including mitochondrial damage, and why we deserve better medicine than the allopathic model. As we move on in the book, we will explore the differences between treating acute conditions versus chronic diseases, as well as the origins of medical theories and the role of nature's four elements. We delve into the history of medicine, discussing "the apothecary, the pharmacy, and homeopathy", and the opposing views of allopathy. Moving along, we will learn the importance of the soil and how it impacts our health, as well as Einstein's theory of energy and quantum theory. We discuss the concept that everything is energy and the role of energetic medicine in healing. We also explore the impact of radiation and the need for light, energy, frequency, and vibration in maintaining our health. We touch on the concept of biofields and the role of love as the noblest foundation for medicine. We also delve into the regeneration cycles of every organ and how natural methods can help cure disease. Finally, we discuss the benefits of cold-water exposure and the fascinating history of how medicine and dentistry were once one and the same. I hope you find this information on bioregulatory medicine insightful, impactful and helps provide a better perspective of long history of holistic health and trials and tribulations that were involved that led us to where we are today (including red light therapy). As always, light up your health!

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    Key points:

    Intro: (0:00)

    BioLight is releasing new products (5:31)
    Readings from the book Bioregulatory medicine: (6:16)
    Alternative health and well-being: (6:52)
    A quote from Sir Isaac Newton: (8:32)
    Causes of diseases: (11:43)
    Mitochondrial damage: (14:48)
    We deserve better medicine than the allopathic model: (16:12)
    Chronic disease: (16:42)
    Treating acute conditions vs chronic: (18:23)
    Origins of medical theories: (18:47)
    Nature's four elements: (20:48)
    The apothecary, the pharmacy, and homeopathy: (23:40)
    Opposing allopathy: (29:32)
    The soil is everything: (35:27)
    Einstein, energy, and quantum theory: (39:37)
    Everything is energy: (40:11)
    Energetic medicine: (42:36)
    Radiation: (43:33)
    The need for light: (44:28)
    Energy, frequency, and vibration: (44:55)
    Biofields: (45:39)
    The noblest foundation for medicine is love: (48:01)
    Every organ has a regeneration cycle: (51:00)
    Curing disease using natural methods: (55:02)
    Cold-water exposure: (55:23)
    Medicine and dentistry were one in the same: (1:02:19)
    A medical miracle: (1:04:10)

    - Book referenced in the episode: Bioregulatory Medicine - Check out BioLight's newest device: the Glow! - Don't forget you can save 20% via BioLight Bundles all year long! - Check out the Kindle version of Red Light Therapy Treatment Protocols eBook, 4th Edition -

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    Optimal Health w/ Dr. Tyna Moore: Insights into COVID, Vitamin D, Red Light Therapy & More May 04, 2023

    Take charge of your health and wellness!

    Dr. Tyna Moore shares her staunch mindset during COVID and discusses the importance of Vitamin D and sunlight. With a focus on taking responsibility for your own lifestyle choices, Dr. Tyna dives into her morning routine and how red light therapy helped her through the winter months.

    If you're struggling with weight gain from high-intensity exercise, Dr. Tyna breaks down the role of cortisol and stress, as well as the benefits of stem cells and red light therapy. Did you know that red and near-infrared light can even structure water? Dr. Tyna discusses the importance of the microenvironment and inducing an inflammatory response for building up your immunity.

    As the COVID vaccine continues to be a hot topic, Dr. Tyna shares data on its efficacy and sheds light on racial disparities in COVID cases. Your environment plays a crucial role in your health, including your race, ethnicity, and diet. Dr. Moore provides nutrition and exercise tips based on her own health background and discusses the negative effects of bad oils on your body.

    In addition to discussing topics like heart rate variability and grounding, Dr. Tyna also delves into mitochondrial hacks and the connection between mitochondria and bacteria. With a wealth of knowledge and expertise in the field of health and wellness, this episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to improve their overall well-being. Tune in now and take the first step towards a healthier you!

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    Key topics:

    Background (0:26)
    Her staunch mindset during COVID: (3:20)
    Vitamin D and Sunlight: (5:29)
    You're in charge of your own lifestyle choices: (7:29)
    Her morning routine: (12:25)
    How red light therapy helped her in the winter: (14:07)
    Weight gain with high-intensity exercises: (15:42)
    Cortisol and stress: (16:58)
    Stem cells and red light therapy: (22:57)
    Red light structures water: (23:41)
    The microenvironment matters: (24:57)
    Inducing inflammatory response: (25:50)
    Losing diversity in the immune system: (26:54)
    Building up immunity: (27:50)
    Data on the COVID vaccine's efficacy: (30:26)
    Racial disparities with COVID: (32:21)
    Your environment affects your health: (34:14)
    Race, ethnicity, and diet: (34:58)
    Nutrition and exercise tips: (38:17)
    Her ethnic health background: (40:16)
    Bad oils for your body: (42:51)
    Heart rate variability: (45:17)
    Grounding and HRV: (48:14)
    Mitochondrial hacks: (52:53)
    Mitochondria are bacteria: (56:07)
    Learn more about Dr. Moore: (57:36)

    - Watch this on Youtube - Where to Learn More From & About Dr. Tyna Moore: Website:
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    Mechanisms of How Red Light Therapy Works Apr 27, 2023

    Did you know red light therapy is a hormetic stressor to our cells similar to exercise? This week on The Red Light Report, we are going to review some of the fundamentals of red light therapy that include the two proposed mechanisms of how red light therapy actually works. And while you may already understand some of the basic concepts, I think there will be plenty of new, in-depth information that will add some color to your current red light therapy knowledge.
    Especially living in the Information Age, we hear/read/listen to so much information all of the time, that we rarely ingrain any of it. That's why repetition of the same information, particularly when its presented in different ways will lead to a deeper understanding and application of the knowledge.

    In today's episode, I will cover the mechanisms for how red light therapy works; both the agreed upon mechanisms (boosting mitochondrial function and hormesis) and the theoretical mechanisms (water as a photoacceptor and chlorophyll metabolites in our blood leading to increased light absorption and energy production). All of it is very fascinating and speaks to the various ways that light, especially red and near-infrared light, can positively impact our physiology.
    While listening to the information in this episode, consider what lifestyle changes you could make to further optimize your mitochondrial health (structured water and green veggies/supplements, anyone?). As always, light up your health and enjoy! -

    Dr. Mike Belkowski discusses the following:

    Intro: (0:00)
    How red light therapy works: (1:54)
    The ultimate guide to red light therapy - Ari Whitten: (4:35)
    Two key mechanisms of red & near-infrared light therapy: (7:00)
    Mechanism #1 - stimulating mitochondrial production: (8:05)
    Where red light therapy does most "magic": (14:36)
    How red light therapy really works: (15:23)
    Red light therapy lets oxygen into the mitochondria: (22:41)
    Mechanism #2 - The hormetic response: (24:34)
    Red light therapy mimics exercise: (28:14)
    Potential mechanisms: (29:16)
    Capturing sunlight energy: (35:19)
    CoQ10: (36:01)
    Near-infrared penetrates deeper: (38:44)
    Benefits of consuming chlorophyll: (41:48)
    The scientific consensus: (43:55)

    - Book referenced in the episode: The Ultimate Guide To Red Light Therapy - Ari Whitten - Check out BioLight's newest device: the Glow! - Check out the Kindle version of Red Light Therapy Treatment Protocols eBook, 4th Edition -

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    BioLight Will Set the Standard in Red Light Therapy; Research: Spinal Cord Injury & Acute/Chronic Pain Relief Apr 20, 2023

    A couple of weeks ago on a solosode, you heard me speak about how many red light therapy companies are misrepresenting (either intentionally or not) their product's light irradiance. This has been an ongoing issue in the industry that is much more rampant that you would want to believe. On this week's solosode of The Red Light Report, I will tell you how BioLight is going to set a new standard for product transparency in the red light therapy industry.
    ​​Now this is not intended to be "calling out" other companies. More accurately, BioLight wants to raise the bar for its own standards and, ultimately, see a positive shift in the red light therapy industry as a whole as a ripple effect. In the end, this would only benefit consumer.


    I will also cover two exciting pieces of photobiomodulation research. This first study is the definition of "hot off the press," as it just dropped on 4/16! On top of that, it is a very compelling piece of research that looks into vascular photobiomodulation for spinal cord injury. ​So we get two discuss two novel topics relative to red light therapy: vascular RLT and spinal cord injuries.
    The second article is a review of the literature on photobiomodulation for inflammation and also acute and chronic. This ​goes into depth on a myriad of specific conditions related to pain (i.e., non-specific low back pain, post-surgical pain, knee osteoarthritis and much more). So it paints a great picture of just how much red light therapy can benefit pain of virtually all types.​
    Enjoy the information in this episode. My hope is that you continue to find the unfolding story of red light therapy as interesting and fascinating as I do. As always, light up your health and enjoy! -

    Dr. Mike Belkowski discusses the following:

    Intro: (0:00)

    Light irradiance: (7:33)
    Companies aren't reporting the correct light irradiance: (12:21)
    Red light therapy research: (15:28)
    Vascular red light therapy: (22:42)
    Two other studies on fibromyalgia and pain: (31:48)
    Inflammation: (33:09)
    Discussion portion of the article: (38:46)
    Knee osteoarthritis: (40:13)
    Fibromyalgia: (41:23)
    Oral pain and inflammation: (44:02)
    Post-surgery pain and swelling: (44:56)
    Conclusions of the article: (46:13)

    - Research article from the episode:
    Systemic vascular photobiomodulation accelerates the recovery of motor activity in rats following spinal cord injury
    Efficacy of Photobiomodulation Therapy in the Treatment of Pain and Inflammation: A Literature Review
    Learn more about these topics and on how RLT can be beneficial:
    Nerve Injury Pain - Check out BioLight's newest device: the Glow! - Check out the Kindle version of Red Light Therapy Treatment Protocols eBook, 4th Edition -

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    Research: COVID-19 Brain Fog, Transvaginal RLT to Reduce Pain & Melanoma Apr 13, 2023

    New research shows that you can treat COVID-19 brain fog with red light therapy by either treating the brain directly OR by doing full-body treatments. How cool is that?! On this week's solosode of The Red Light Report, we will dig into three separate photobiomodulation articles that cover an array of topics and continue to add to the depth of our understanding of red light therapy's potential and, equally important, its potential limitations.


    As I eluded to above, the first article I will report on comes from one of our good friends and former podcast guests, Praveen Arany, on how brain fog secondary to COVID-19 can be treated with red light therapy either transcranially or via full-body treatments. That's awesome to know, as that gives us options and some flexibility en route to positive benefits for this health malady; as far as I'm concerned, it's nice to have options!
    The second article is for the women out there and/or those that work in the women's health field: transvaginal red light therapy in order to help reduce pain related to interstitial cystitis/ bladder pain syndrome. For many of you, this may be the first time you have heard about red light therapy inside the vagina. However, this type of a treatment has been an option for women for quite some time with many potential health benefits. This is just the first time I have reported on it on the podcast.
    The last article is about red light therapy and its potential with treating skin cancer. There is a decent amount of overlap with the article we covered last week on RLT and cancer, but it's always great to hear the information from a slightly different vantage point and different researchers. ​​​​
    It's nice to cover several topics in a single episode to help convey red light therapy's many potentials and versatility. At the very least, it goes to show that darn near anyone and everyone can benefit from a little red light therapy in their lives​. As always, light up your health and enjoy! -

    Dr. Mike Belkowski discusses the following:

    Intro: (0:00)

    Get 15% off The Glow - BioLight's new handheld device (limited time only): (1:33)
    COVID-19 brain fog and photobiomodulation: (2:32)
    Women's health: transvaginal photobiomodulation: (14:03)
    Skin cancer and photobiomodulation: (21:56)
    Near-infrared and melanoma: (26:10)

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    Research article from the episode:
    Use of either Transcranial or Whole-Body Photobiomodulation Treatments improves COVID-19 Brain Fog
    Transvaginal Photobiomodulation Improves Pain in Women with Pelvic Muscle Tenderness and Interstitial Cystitis/Bladder Pain Syndrome: A Preliminary Observational Study
    Responses of melanoma cells to photobiomodulation depend on cell pigmentation and light parameters
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    Research: Cancer & Red Light Therapy; Rabbit Hole: How Light Irradiance is Used as a Marketing Tactic Apr 06, 2023

    On this week's episode of The Red Light Report, I unveil BioLight's newest product, the Glow! I detail why the Glow was developed, what makes it special and why it is significantly different than any other handheld red light therapy device on the market. More importantly, I cover one photobiomodulation research article in detail on a topic that I constantly get questions about: cancer.


    One of the amazing features of red light therapy is that, according to the research, there are zero contraindications for implementing it for a given health condition; that includes cancer. Of course, that comes with the caveat that one should not directly irradiate the site of an active cancer, but can safely treat other parts of the body. And that is not necessarily because irradiating the active cancer site would lead to negative consequences (in some research it has, in others it has actually been beneficial), rather we simply do not know enough to confidently provide guidance on how to best yield red light therapy efficaciously. Said another way, better safe than sorry.
    With all of that being said, this WALT (World Association for Photobiomodulation Therapy; the "L" used to stand for Laser) paper provides some clarification on the topic of red light therapy and cancer; basically, highlighting what we do and don't know. At the very least, this provides guide rails, much needed expert perspective on a delicate topic and informs us where we stand in the landscape of red light therapy and cancer. I also have a couple of impromptu rabbit holes I go down, one that includes how many red light therapy companies are inflating their light irradiance as a marketing tactic.
    With every piece of research we unearth, we only learn more about the amazing healing frequencies of red and near-infrared light. As always, light up your health and enjoy! -

    Dr. Mike Belkowski discusses the following:

    Intro: (0:00)
    Contraindications?: (2:27)
    BioLight's newest product The Glow: (5:27)
    Red light therapy and cancer: (12:45)
    Photobiomodulation research article: (13:31)
    Intro to the article out of the frontiers in oncology journal: (14:19)
    Photobiomodulation parameters: (17:27)
    Importance of consistent exposure: (22:17)
    LEDs for home use: (26:18)
    Light irradiance: (31:23)
    Red Light therapy and tumors: (35:58)
    Safety data: (37:44)
    Human clinical safety data: (39:38)
    Xerostomia and hyposalivation: (44:40)
    Bone necrosis: (48:40)
    Hand-foot syndrome: (49:08)
    Graft vs host disease: (49:29)
    Chemotherapy-induced alopecia: (50:59)
    Cancer treatment and quality of life: (52:29)

    - Research article from the episode:
    Photobiomodulation therapy in management of cancer therapy-induced side effects: WALT position paper 2022
    Learn more about RLT's benefits for: Cancer
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    Biological Dentistry & the Three Killers: Metals, Root Canals & Cavitations w/ Dr. Dominik Nischwitz Mar 30, 2023

    In a world where leaky gums leads to leaky gut and amalgam fillings are literal antennas for your phones and other nearby EMF-producing devices, it's not difficult to become justifiably fervent that your entire health begins in your mouth. My view on oral health was completely transfigured when I listened to Dr. Dominik Nischwitz, today's guest on The Red Light Report, on Ben Greenfield's podcast three years ago. Up to that point, I was under the illusion that oral health meant keeping your teeth clean, free of plaque and cavities purely for the sake of having a healthy mouth and that's where it ended. But after reading Dr. Nischwitz's book this past week and then speaking with him personally, I have re-affirmed my belief that virtually any and all health truly begins with optimizing your oral health and oral care regimen. However, you'll learn from Dr. Dome that many of us may need to unfix some of traditional medicine's dental procedures in order to truly move forward with a strong foundation of oral health. Otherwise, the vast majority of us are walking around with perpetual, low-level inflammatory issues (that we ourselves or allopathic dentists won't be able to perceive!), never-ending mercury vapor being released from fillings and many other potential vitality killers.
    During our conversation today, Dr. Dome covers countless topics that are likely make your jaw drop, including the simplicity of his oral hygiene regimen, how he treats patients at his dental practice in Germany, the interplay of the oral and gut microbiome, the three health killers (metals, root canals, cavitations), how nutrition and your diet is more important than brushing your teeth and much more!
    ​​Dr. Dominik Nischwitz (AKA Dr. Dome) is know as "worlds leading biological dentist" and one of the first ceramic implant specialists. Dr. Dome is an international speaker and Author of "It's All in Your Mouth", with the goal of establishing biological dentistry as the new standard for health optimization protocols for all health practitioners and dentists alike using the term: "health starts in your mouth." Dr. Nischwitz has exclusively used ceramic implants since 2013, placing more than 5000 to date, and is considered a pioneer in the field of biological and holistic dentistry. His other passions include functional medicine, holistic nutrition and competitive sports. Dr. Dome trains traditional dentists in proper biological dentistry practices, and believes that optimal health starts in the mouth.

    This is another conversation that could've gone on for hours upon hours, as Dr. Dome is truly a beast of knowledge when it comes to biological dentistry and oral health. This is an episode I will personally listen to a couple of times and, of course, I HIGHLY recommend you read his book that covers much more information. Enjoy listening and learning from Dr. Dome and, as always, light up your health!

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    Dr. Mike Belkowski & Dr. Dominik Nischwitz discuss the following:

    Intro: (0:16)

    How he became the world's leading biological dentist: (3:35)
    Read his book - It's All in Your Mouth: (7:29)
    His oral hygiene routine: (7:54)
    His dental practice: (11:46)
    Biofilm, the pellicle, and the saliva for oral health: (14:34)
    Gut vs oral microbiome importance: (19:18)
    #1 chronic disease worldwide is tooth decay: (20:08)
    Health Optimization Summit: (21:09)
    Wisdom teeth removal and its effects (23:45)
    We are a battery: (30:56)
    A 2008 study on antennas in the body: (31:10)
    Root canals and cavitations from a biological perspective: (33:34)
    Whether or not you should get wisdom teeth removed: (38:13)
    Nutrition and lifestyle are the most important: (40:55)
    His online course: (45:53)
    Red light therapy and grounding: (51:18)
    Teeth whitening strategies: (53:30)
    Toothpaste recommendations: (54:27)
    Water picks: (55:53)
    Flossing: (57:05)
    Hydrogen peroxide: (57:52)
    Ozone: (59:40)
    The biggest missing link to optimal health: (1:01:56)

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    Chinese Medicine, Acupressure Points for Healing Organs/Emotions & Creating a New Red Light Therapy Treatment Paradigm w/ Dr. Chris Motley Mar 23, 2023

    Today's guest is genuinely one of my favorite people to talk to, as we are kindred spirits in so many ways. This became even more abundantly clear on this week's episode of The Red Light Report, as Dr. Chris Motley and I both agreed to join forces on a special red light therapy project (that I am incredibly excited about!). This manifested completely out of thin air and was 100% impromptu during the middle of our conversation. If you are a longtime TRLR listener, you likely recognize this name, as he was a guest back in September '21, where we cover some fascinating topics: frequency therapy, dry needling vs. acupuncture, emotions related to specific organs, light/energy/resonance and so much more! I highly recommend going back and listening to our first conversation -- the link to that episode is in the show notes below.
    As a quick review, Dr. Chris Motley is a doctor of chiropractic, is credentialed in acupuncture, is a highly respected expert in Chinese Medicine and Frequency Medicine and also has certifications in Chiro + Plus Kinesiology (CPK) and Neuro Emotional Technique. With his wealth of knowledge, he is a presenter at symposiums and is also a podcast co-host on Dr. Josh Axe's, Ancient Health Podcast. Dr. Motley also announced that he is now beginning a membership where you can join and learn from him in a more intimate setting and garner more of his amazing holistic knowledge and skillset. I highly recommend checking his membership out — I know I will!
    During our conversation today, Dr. Motley goes into some interesting and highly-engaging Chinese and frequency medicine and topics, such as how we can best transition our bodies and organs out of the slower, recovering mode of the winter season and into the reawakening and growing process of the spring season. He even walks through some hands-on techniques for self-treatment to help facilitate this process.

    It felt like this conversation went by in a couple of minutes and Dr. Motley and I could've easily talked for hours longer. However, I am always grateful for his time and the wisdom he is impassioned to share with anyone and everyone that is interested in improving their many aspects of health holistically. Enjoy learning from Dr. Motley and, as always, light up your health! -

    Dr. Mike Belkowski and Dr. Chris Motley discuss the following:

    Intro: (0:16)
    What's new in his life: (2:57)
    His interactive membership: (6:12)
    Avoiding burnout: (8:22)
    Overworking: (10:31)
    Chinese medicine and living by its rules: (12:12)
    Transitioning into spring out of winter: (15:01)
    How to know when Chinese medicine is working: (19:01)
    Being in tune with your body: (21:25)
    Emotions tied to the gall bladder: (22:32)
    Negative gall bladder health and how it manifests in the body: (23:40)
    Releasing anger: (25:00)
    Cupping specific areas of the body: (29:03)
    How hard to press on pressure points: (31:17)
    Dry needling: (32:46)
    Taking your health into your own hands (36:48)
    Red light therapy and Chinese medicine: (39:54)
    Red light therapy and dry needling: (44:45)
    Fusing old-age knowledge with new-age technology: (45:58)
    Translucent needles that can transfer light: (46:59)
    Acupuncture on a consistent basis for maintaining health and wellness: (49:41)
    How oral health affects overall wellness: (52:21)

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    Research: Transcranial Photobiomodulation on Football Players w/ Potential Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE) Mar 16, 2023

    On this week's episode of The Red Light Report, I will peel back the curtain on BioLight's newest piece of innovative red light therapy technology: the Adapt System. Many of you likely heard about it when it was officially released a couple of months ago, but I wanted to give an explanation of what makes the Adapt System, which consists of the Adapt Table and the Adapt Panel, so unique, versatile and a must-have for any physician/practitioner, longevity clinic, med spa, recovery/performance center, yoga studio/cross fit gym, etc. that is looking to implement red light therapy for their patients and clients.


    After that, we will spend the bulk of the episode on one piece of photobiomodulation research that looks at transcranial RLT for treating the brains of four ex-football players with possible chronic traumatic encephalopathy, or CTE. And CTE has become a very hot topic in the NFL, especially ever since the movie, Concussion (starring Will Smith), was released back in 2015. However, the concern regarding CTE in football, other sports and other aspects of life has only grown and remains ever-present to this day.
    It is also appropriate to recognize that this particular study utilized only four participants, which is very low in the world of research. However, even with that in mind, the results ascertained in this study simply by directing near-infrared light to the brain is unequivocally profound... and the results were achieved in only six weeks!
    Hopefully you find this episode fascinating and insightful. As always, light up your health (especially your brain)! -

    Dr. Mike Belkowski discusses the following:

    • 0:16 - The Adapt System - BioLight's new, cutting-edge full-body product
    • 8:33 - Photobiomodulation research on treating concussions
    • 9:40 - CTE disease
    • 15:09 - Treating strokes with photobiomodulation
    • 16:12 - LED vs laser treatment
    • 18:57 - Reactive oxygen species and free radicals
    • 19:29 - How often to use red light therapy
    • 25:12 - Less irratibility & anxiety
    • 26:20 - Transcranial photobiomodulation treatment
    • 27:20 - Increased BDNF
    • 27:46 - Treatment of PTSD
    • 38:31 - The conclusion of the article
    _ Research article from the episode:
    Transcranial Photobiomodulation Treatment: Significant Improvements in Four Ex-Football Players with Possible Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy - Learn more about RLT's benefits for: Brain & Cognitive Health - Check out BioLight's new, cutting-edge full-body product: The Adapt System _ Save 20% via BioLight Bundles all year long! _ Check out the Kindle version of Red Light Therapy Treatment Protocols eBook, 4th Edition _

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    A Bright Future for Light: DHA, Lion’s Mane, Essential Fatty Acids & Red Light Therapy w/ Lance Schuttler Mar 09, 2023

    Could the combination of red light and blue light cause an electrical event, even if minuscule? I am infatuated with interacting and conversing with experts in the holistic health and wellness space whom possess unique, profound information — you learn so much from these individuals! Today's guest on The Red Light Report, Lance Schuttler, is an individual I have been following for some time because he produces amazing informational health content that both resonates with me and I continue learn from. On top of that, he is the founder and CEO of a high-quality, high-integrity holistic nutrition and wellness company, Ascent Nutrition.
    Lance graduated from the University of Iowa with a degree in Health Science. On top of running a highly successful company, he is also a contributing health and wellness writer at The Epoch Times and Video Advice. Lance's work also includes the topics of regenerative agriculture, resource-based economies and quantum technologies.
    During our conversation, we cover an array of interesting topics, including bioenergetics, DHA, the power of mushrooms (including a mushroom I had never heard of before, agarikon), how/why his company is particularly transparent with their nutritional labeling, his own personal experience with red light therapy and his unique take on the potential benefit of irradiating your teeth with red and near-infrared light.

    Lance brings a remarkable set of knowledge and expertise to the conversation that lends to some fascinating insight and theories that will be sure to have you fascinated and get you thinking. Enjoy the episode, learn lots and light up your health! -

    Dr. Mike Belkowski and Lance Schuttler discuss the following:

    • 3:09 - His background getting into light
    • 6:09 - Enhancing bioenergetics in the body
    • 8:06 - Fritz-Albert Popp (biophysicist)
    • 9:59 - Chlorophyll and ingesting chlorella
    • 10:45 - DHA and why it's important
    • 11:30 - Omegas and how much is really needed
    • 12:18 - 95% of the population is deficient in omegas
    • 13:50 - DHA is a "buiding block" for the brain
    • 14:13 - Omega 3s for the developing baby in the womb
    • 14:51 - Seasonality of DHA levels in our body
    • 19:39 - DHA helps the body regenerate
    • 21:08 - Top foods with DHA
    • 25:56 - Why DHA supplements are beneficial
    • 28:21 - DHA supplements and red light therapy
    • 31:53 - Phycocyanin
    • 34:43 - Mushrooms and neurogenesis
    • 35:39 - Lion's mane and its brain-enhancing effects
    • 37:47 - Other mushrooms and their beneficial properties
    • 43:53 - Other projects he's working on
    • 46:12 - Finding the best quality mushroom products
    • 50:10 - Blockchain technology and information transparency
    • 52:57 - Red light therapy and his utilization
    • 56:24 - The Guardian+ for oral health
    • 58:11 - Learn more about and from Lance

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    Healthcare in Italy, Biohacking, Nootropics & Red Light Therapy Anecdotes w/ Manuel Salvadori Mar 02, 2023

    This week on The Red Light Report we are sticking with the Italian theme, as I had the pleasure to sit down and chat with mio amico, Manuel Salvadori, who is responsible for arranging me as a guest speaker at the School of Functional Medicine and Nutrition symposium in Rome last November. Manuel is a registered nutritionist in Italy, a passionate biohacker of ten-plus years and is especially focused on nootropics, sleep and lifestyle changes. Also, given that Italian is his first language, he speaks relatively flawless English... Molto bene!
    Manuel and I cover many interesting topics given that he lives in a different country and also a different continent; specifically, the contrast between the medical and healthcare landscape between Italy and America and how/why Europe is consistently years and years behind the US when it comes to learning and adopting health/biohacking/longevity information and technology.
    Given Manuel's interests and expertise, we also dive into nootropics where he has a very deep history with experimentation and, with that background, has an enlightened perspective and sage advice for those using and/or interested in beginning to use nootropics. Needless to say, be careful with how you proceed as it can be a slippery slope! And, of course, we have some great conversation about red light therapy and how he came to learn about and adopt it, how he utilizes RLT, what benefits he has noticed and more!

    Manuel brings some unique insight and wonderful perspective from across the pond. The only thing we forgot to talk about was Italian food (their pizza is unparalleled!) — we'll have to save that for his next interview. As always, enjoy the episode, learn lots and light up your health! -

    Dr. Mike Belkowski & Manuel Salvadori discuss the following:

    1:28 - His foundation in functional medicine and light
    1:59 - His passion for sleep
    6:57 - Treatments and remedies he provides for his clients
    8:25 - The biohacking room
    9:26 - Lack of insurance coverage
    10:04 - The typical wait time for health services in Italy
    11:25 - Cost of healthcare
    12:05 - Choice in healthcare
    13:11 - Information and technology differences between US & Italy
    17:48 - "Biohacking" as a new term in Italy
    21:34 - Growing popularity of red light therapy
    24:19 - Incentive to invest money into your health
    27:40 - Being healthy in Italy is "not cool"
    29:53 - Nootropics
    33:40 - The placebo effect and nootropics
    35:03 - Personal nootropic use
    36:58 - Red light therapy and how he uses it
    38:56 - Increasing HRV with red light therapy
    40:33 - Improved muscle recovery with red light therapy
    41:16 - Working focus and red light therapy
    42:10 - Improving stretching with red light therapy
    44:09 - Sunlight exposure
    44:33 - Other benefits Manuel sees in red light therapy
    47:35 - Biohacking he is excited about
    50:51 - Over exposure to cold therapy (cryotherapy)
    53:54 - Cold and hunger exposure
    55:40 - Learn more about Manuel

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    Dr. Mike Belkowski Presents Photobiomodulation Research & Benefits in Rome, Italy Feb 23, 2023

    Ciao! For the 100th episode of The Red Light Report, we are traveling to Italy! In mid-November last year, I was one of three English-speaking guest speakers at a functional medicine and nutrition conference in Rome where I spoke on — you guessed it — red light therapy. It was a genuine honor and a fun experience to spread the word and knowledge on photobiomodulation overseas.

    In my presentation, I describe the fundamental tenants of red light therapy, the mechanisms of how it actually works at the cellular level, go over the wide array of photobiomodulation research and provide some tips and tricks as to how one can best utilize this amazing therapy.
    If you have been listening to this podcast for some time, most of the information you have heard before. But as you all know, repetition of important information leads to deep learning and empowerment. Even for myself, I personally love to revisit this information every so often as it is the foundation and cornerstone of what red light therapy is, the nuts and bolts of how it works and just some of the profound research that proves its efficacy.
    Enjoy the episode, learn (and re-learn) lots and light up your health... grazie!
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    Dr. Mike Belkowski presents the following:

    • 9:45 - Exposing your body to red and near-infrared light
    • 10:08 - Optimizing mitochondrial health
    • 11:53 - Mitochondrial dysfunction and Dr. Doug Wallace
    • 12:34 - Diseases caused by mitochondrial dysfunction
    • 14:52 - Sunlight exposure and an interesting study done in Sweden
    • 16:04 - Mal-illumination
    • 17:40 - Cytochrome C Oxidase - how the mitochondria responds to red & near-infrared light
    • 19:25 - The electron transport chain
    • 25:06 - Mitochondrial theory of aging
    • 25:47 - Redox potential
    • 21:35 - Research on photobiomodulation
    • 27:49 - Research on anxiety & depression
    • 29:48 - Research on eye health
    • 30:49 - Research on fat loss
    • 32:34 - Research on oral health
    • 35:30 - Research on pain
    • 36:54 - Research on pre-conditioning for exercise
    • 38:30 - Research on skin health
    • 39:40 - Research on sleep
    • 40:53 - Research on thyroid health
    • 42:08 - How to use red light therapy
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    Research: Hair Loss w/ Vortex Beams, Fat Loss & Insulin Resistance via Red Light Therapy Feb 16, 2023

    This week on The Red Light Report, we will continue to dive into more photobiomodulation research. However, this research will be looking at three unique topics that typically don't get as much attention.

    The first article investigates treating hair loss via red light therapy; not using "normal" light, but rather red light therapy via vortex beams. This is the first time I have heard of vortex beams, but apparently it led to more efficacious results! The second piece of research is an abstract of an article that tackled red light therapy for insulin resistance; the preliminary results look promising, which would be a massive win for those dealing with blood sugar and insulin-related diseases. Lastly, we take a deeper exploration into an article that utilizes red light therapy for fat loss in obese individuals. The researchers also have more insight into the mechanism of how photobiomodulation actually decreases fat adiposity on the body.
    Hair loss, insulin resistance and fat loss — seems like three major areas of the health market that consumers could greatly benefit from a non-invasive, non-pharmaceutical and more financially friendly option. Huzzah for red light therapy!
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    Dr. Mike Belkowski discusses the following:

    • 1:33 - The first research article on hair growth
    • 11:30 - The second research article on insulin resistance
    • 13:32 - Results of the study
    • 14:29 - Combining red light therapy with exercise
    • 20:00 - The last research article on fat loss with red light therapy
    • 27:39 - The conclusion in the fat loss article
    - Research articles from the episode:
    Enhanced hair growth effects through low-level vortex beams radiation: An experimental animal study
     Photobiomodulation Therapy on the Treatment of Insulin Resistance: A Narrative Review
    Effects of LED photobiomodulation therapy on the subcutaneous fatty tissue of obese individuals - histological and immunohistochemical analysis - Save 20% via BioLight Bundles all year long! - Check out the Kindle version of Red Light Therapy Treatment Protocols eBook, 4th Edition -

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    Research: Treating Rosacea, Improving Sleep Quality, & Optimizing Short-Term Memory via Photobiomodulation Feb 09, 2023

    On this week's solosode of The Red Light Report, we return to the photobiomodulation research and cover an array of fascinating topics.

    We first look into how red light therapy may be able to improve symptoms of rosacea in a mouse model. Secondly, we take a deep dive into a review article that analyzes the research on photobiomodulation for the brain at night, while sleeping, to improve the function of the glymphatic system. Lastly, we cover an article that uncovers some exciting potential between transcranial photobiomodulation for the brain and short-term memory. This is important, as short-term memory is the first to go with neurodegenerative diseases involving the brain.
    I hope you find this research illuminating and appreciate the promising implications it has for our health and wellness. Enjoy, learn lots and light up your health! -

    Dr. Mike Belkowski discusses the following:

    • 2:02 - An exciting announcement about the podcast
    • 4:52 - Photobiomodulation research on rosacea
    • 10:13 - Study results
    • 15:07 - Research on photobiomodulation and sleep
    • 18:03 - The "daytime brain"
    • 20:11 - Contributions to poor sleep quality
    • 26:09 - Evidence that photobiomodulation helps the "garbage disposal system" of the sleeping brain
    • 32:55 - Improving short term memory via photobiomodulation
    • 38:15 - The impact of hair on light therapy
    - Research / articles from the episode:
    The effects of photobiomodulation therapy on inflammatory mediators, immune infiltration, and angiogenesis in a mouse model of rosacea Lights at night: does photobiomodulation improve sleep?
    Non-Invasive Laser Light Therapy Could Improve Short-Term Memory by Up to 25 Percent - Save 20% via BioLight Bundles all year long! - Check out the Kindle version of Red Light Therapy Treatment Protocols eBook, 4th Edition -

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    Standardizing Red Light Therapy Methods, Informing Consumers, & The Future of Medicine w/ Alain Dijkstra Feb 02, 2023

    For the first interview of 2023 on The Red Light Report, I welcome back a dear friend and repeat guest, Alain Dijkstra, who is the founder and CEO of Kaiyan Medical, one of the world's foremost LED light therapy producer and manufacturer. If you may recall, Alain started Kaiyan in a hotel room way back in 2009 and has built it into the juggernaut that it is today.
    Being thoroughly entrenched in the light therapy space for almost two decades, Alain has a very keen and insightful perspective on how much red light therapy industry has grown in a relatively short period of time. However, he is the first to admit that there are still many aspects that need to be improved upon, both on the product side of light therapy, but also with respect to the photobiomodulation research that is being produced. Alain offers up strategies that would help move the light therapy industry as a whole forward in a positive manner.
    Alain is also very savvy when it comes to understanding the nuances of product specifications, certifications, legal standards and so forth. He explains in detail what makes a medical device, what a 510k product is and more. This will help consumers and anyone interested in red light therapy products gain a better perspective of what all the regulation entails and what it actually means.

    Alain could write a textbook on red light therapy (and maybe he will someday), so you know you are listening and learning from one of the best in the industry. As always, light up your health! -

    Dr. Mike Belkowski and Alain Dijkstra discuss the following:

    • 3:28 - Circadian rhythm and red light therapy
    • 3:48 - Changes he's seen in Kaiyan Medical and trends he's seen in red light therapy
    • 4:55 - Herpes treatment via red light therapy
    • 6:16 - How a consumer knows if it's a 510k product
    • 10:25 - Medical claims about products
    • 13:21 - Classifying light panels as medical
    • 21:12 - Measuring light and how it's absorbed by the body
    • 26:30 - The "sweet spot" for red light therapy
    • 30:48 - Clinical studies on lasers vs LEDs
    • 31:42 - Heat spots
    • 33:56 - Standardization of red light therapy products and methods
    • 35:47 - Keeping consumers informed with the right information
    • 45:50 - Less is more with red light therapy
    • 46:42 - Timing red light therapy treatments
    • 48:30 - Your location on the earth and how it affects light absorption
    • 50:20 - Light is the future of medicine
    • 52:10 - Measuring the effects of light
    • 53:24 - Measuring mitochondrial health
    • 54:29 - Conditions on the cusp of being treated via light
    • 58:21 - Light as a food
    • 59:46 - Creating good habits with red light therapy
    • 1:03:12 - New and cool technologies
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    Grounding, Pt. 4: Incredible Anecdotes & Earthing for Female Health, Athletic Performance & Pet Health Jan 26, 2023

    The series finale on Earthing should be the episode that fully converts you into a full-fledged believer. This week on The Red Light Report you will hear from countless individuals, as they discuss how grounding helped improved their health, wellness, well-being and quality of life over an array of health conditions. The numerous anecdotes I cover will be the proof in the pudding that will take you off the fence, if that is where you are sitting, or just further drive home the point that grounding MUST become a part of your daily (in a perfect world, hourly and/or continuous) health regimen going forward.

    There are also a couple of enlightening sections towards the end of the book that cover grounding and its connection to ameliorating female health, athletic performance and pet health. These three sections clearly demonstrate how versatile and instrumental Earthing is to our wellness and the health of all living creatures on the planet. From an analytic perspective, it coherently substantiates how being disconnected from the very Earth we live on is potentially the most dastardly self-inflicted wound we impose on our health and wellbeing.
    In the end, I hope you all walk away from this solosode series with a greater reverence for the perpetual healing force that is just outside your door in the grass; that you are constantly surrounded by an overabundance of free electrons that your body can use to heal and thrive; and that it is typically just on the other side of the non-conductive rubber in your shoes and the sole of your feet. Enjoy, learn lots and light up your health! -

    Dr. Mike Belkowski discusses the following:

    • 1:16 - Getting back to nature
    • 4:31 - The high points of grounding
    • 7:37 - Mitigating EMF exposure
    • 8:22 - Improving your HRV (Heart rate variability) with grounding
    • 9:54 - Anecdotes of earthing
    • 11:48 - Alleviating shoulder pain via earthing
    • 11:04 - Alleviating severe knee pain via earthing
    • 12:56 - Improving sleep quality via grounded bed sheets
    • 15:00 - Shifting Lives with Earthing: A Physiatrist's Perspective (Tracy Latz, MD)
    • 16:05 - Treating anxiety with earthing
    • 16:53 - Depression and earthing
    • 19:49 - Improving athletic performance via earthing
    • 20:01 - Conditions Often Healed that Typically Never Get Better
    • 22:33 - Rapid fire anecdotes of earthing benefits
    • 28:06 - Arthritis and earthing
    • 31:07 - Autism and earthing
    • 34:48 - Back pain and earthing
    • 36:52 - Women and earthing
    • 39:14 - In Their Own Words
    • 44:42 - Fertility and earthing
    • 51:57 - Grounding for pets
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    Grounding, Pt. 3 - Earthing 101 & How it Regulates the Nervous System, Heart & Blood Pressure Jan 19, 2023

    With cardiovascular disease continually on the rise and high blood pressure being one of the most important risk factors for the disease, hypertensive medications continue to skyrocket. While there is a type and place for pharmaceuticals, this does not address the issue at its root cause. This week on The Red Light Report we will learn how Earthing may be THE best anti-hypertensive remedy available; not to mention, it's 100% natural and has no negative side effects. Simply by connecting to the earth and it's perpetual source of free electrons, mother nature literally thins your blood (only if it's necessary to reach homeostasis), which automatically reduces the stress on your cardiovascular system and normalizes blood pressure. Again, that is sans medication!
    ​​We will also continue to learn more specifics about grounding, such as how long it takes to see results, what types of mediums are conductive versus insulating, what zeta potential is (and why that is an important metric), other impacts of grounding on cardiovascular health along with a couple of anecdotes that put the proof in the proverbial (grounding) pudding.
    Again, if you are interested in adding grounding to your indoor health regimen (and I firmly believe everybody should!), I highly recommend checking out grounding products from the company Earthing. It's a Clint Ober company and where I got my grounding mattress pad and mats for my desk and living room/dining room. And in less than two weeks, my body and mind are already reaping the benefits. To me, it's one of the best investments in your overall health...
    Brownie points if you listen to this episode while grounded. Enjoy, learn lots and light up your health! - Dr. Mike Belkowski discusses the following:

    • 1:03 - What mike has personally noticed from grounding
    • 7:20 - How grounding affected Mike's heart rate variability (HRV)
    • 21:06 - Benefits of filtered and ionized water for dogs
    • 22:02 - Optimizing your water
    • 24:45 - Earthing 101: How to Connect
    • 24:55 - Barefooting opportunities
    • 26:03 - Concrete - is it conductive?
    • 27:03 - "Tree hugging"
    • 28:24 - Barefoot substitutes
    • 29:39 - Menstrual cycle and earthing
    • 32:05 - Constipation and grounding
    • 34:58 - "When you stop, you lose the benefits"
    • 35:51 - Detoxification and earthing
    • 38:54 - Is there too much grounding?
    • 39:31 - The cardiovascular connection - Steve Sinatra's perspective
    • 41:53 - The nervous system - heart connection
    • 45:16 - New hope for diabetes
    • 46:21 - Zeta potential and better blood flow
    • 47:19 - The Australian experience
    • 50:33 - Blood pressure and earthing
    • 51:37 - Arrhythmias and earthing
    • 53:21 - Earthing's blood-thinning effects
    • 55:22 - Promoting the body's energy fuel - ATP
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    Grounding, Pt.2 — Connecting the Dots to How Earthing Heals Your Entire Body Jan 12, 2023

    Are you feeling grounded yet?! If you haven't felt the gravitational pull to start Earthing (outdoors or indoors) just yet, perhaps this week's solosode on The Red Light Report will provide you with the conviction necessary to get your toes in the grass (or on a grounding mat, like me, if you are strapped to a desk for too many hours of the day).

    Last week was a great introduction to grounding/Earthing where we laid a great foundation on the basics and fundamentals. Hopefully, it got the wheels turning in your head and brought some awareness to how disconnected we are from the ground of the earth we walk on every single day.
    In today's episode, we will connect the dots and dig even deeper into the multitude of ways that grounding can have a profound impact on your health. As part of that, you will learn how grounding may be the best EMF protection you could ask for — and that's on top of filling you up with free electrons!
    Lastly, I have been getting inundated with which grounding products are best or which grounding products I love best. Personally, I purchased my products from the company Earthing and I undeniably felt (both mentally and physically) phenomenal results in less than five days of commencing my indoor grounding! So I highly, highly recommend their products. And, in my opinion, a grounded mattress pad is a must!
    Without further ado, learn lots and light up your health! -

    Dr. Mike Belkowski discusses the following:

    • 3:45 - Practical ways to ground yourself at home (products from website)
    • 5:24 - Heartrate variability (HRV) and grounding
    • 9:09 - Anecdotal benefits from grounding
    • 10:32 - Grounding for dogs and pets
    • 11:21 - The "nuts and bolts" of earthing
    • 15:05 - Earthing and EMFs
    • 19:33 - Volts before and after grounding
    • 22:24 - The umbrella effect of earthing
    • 25:25 - Earthing effects on the brain
    • 27:12 - Earthing effects on muscles
    • 28:19 - Walking barefoot
    • 31:37 - Earthing duration
    • 36:18 - Less risk of metabolic syndrome?
    • 39:33 - Earthing strongly influences physiology
    • 43:15 - Threat of free radicals
    • 44:57 - Resetting your biological clocks
    • 47:01 - Earthing and your genes
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    Grounding, Pt. 1 — Is Earthing the Best Anti-Inflammatory in the World? Jan 05, 2023

    Happy New Year everybody and welcome to 2023! It feels nice to turn the page onto a new year and start fresh with a clean slate, revitalized and with endless possibilities. To begin this year on The Red Light Report, I am feeling pulled and magnetized into a slightly different direction than our usual red light therapy talk. But don't worry, the topic will still be light- and health-centric, albeit from a slightly different angle. Instead of looking above to our light source, we will be focusing towards the ground for this healing source of photonic and electromagnetic energy: grounding.

    Commonly called Earthing, grounding has been an available source of energy to our cells (from an evolutionary perspective) as long as the sun; perhaps, that is why is has such a powerful affect over our biology. Ironically, just as we have disengaged ourselves from consistent sun exposure (mal-illumination, anyone?) we have ignorantly disconnected ourselves from the very planet we live on. Consider this: the mere rubber between our feet and the surface of the earth may be the largest culprit of modern day chronic health diseases and cancer. Seem far-fetched?
    During this three-part solosode series, I will be unpacking some of the most important health information you can hear at this moment in time from the book, Earthing: The Most Important Health Discovery Ever. Throughout this series, you will learn that, like optimizing your light environment, it is the act of simply becoming aware and consistently applying this free "treatment" (of grounding) to your health regimen that could have life-changing results for you, family members and/or friends. Like red light therapy, the list of health conditions that can be mitigated, prevented and even reversed with grounding are endless.

    I couldn't be more excited to get this information out to you all and begin 2023 off on the right foot — preferably, both feet on the ground absorbing earth's free electrons. Brownie points if you listen to this episode while grounding... Sit back, learn lots and light up your health!

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    Dr. Mike Belkowski discusses the following:

    5:11 - Book recommendation - Clint Ober - Earthing: The Most Important Health Discovery Ever
    9:28 - What is "earthing"?
    10:00 - How we aren't grounded anymore
    12:22 - Similarities of benefits from grounding and red light therapy
    17:51 - Disease and its relation to our connection with the earth
    18:25 - Experiments done on "disconnecting" from the earth
    19:42 - Earth's electromagnetic field and circadian rhythms
    20:17 - Walking barefoot and its impact on our health
    21:30 - Shoes and how they are dangerous
    22:38 - Best shoes for conductivity
    24:55 - Living things as antennas
    26:50 - Tips on how to stay grounded
    27:55 - How the authors came upon grounding
    32:19 - Earth and body medicine according to Dr. Sinatra, MD
    33:39 - Sleeping and fishing grounded
    35:55 - Chronic inflammation = electron deficiency
    37:57 - Inflammation as a disease maker
    39:52 - Diabetes
    41:12 - The relationship between grounding and inflammation
    43:09 - Conditions related to chronic inflammation
    44:03 - How the body absorbs electrons from the earth

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    Optimizing Anti-Aging & Longevity via Supplements & Adjuvants w/ Sandra Kaufmann, MD [Top Interview of 2022!] Dec 29, 2022

    Like last week, we are going to revisit one of the top two interviews from 2022. This conversation was with my most (personally) anticipated interview, Dr. Sandra Kaufmann. I fell in love with her first anti-aging book from several years ago and then fell in love again when she released her newest book this summer. She is a highly-respected expert in the longevity community and she didn't disappoint in this interview. Enjoy learning from Dr. Kaufmann...
    The author of one of my all-time favorite books recently released her second book, which was like Christmas coming early for me! Luckily, I had also met her before at an anti-aging conference and we have stayed in touch throughout the years. So I knew I had to Dr. Sandra Kaufmann on The Red Light Report for some amazing conversation about anti-aging and longevity strategies, especially as it relates to supplements and adjuvants — topics that she is considered a bonafide expert. In her newest book, Aging Solutions, Dr. Kaufmann covers 28 different agents that she has found to be the most efficacious and backed by science, according to her rigorous research. We cover many agents from both of her books along with Dr. Kaufmann's skincare routine and other longevity hacks she as implemented over the years, including red light therapy!
    Dr. Sandra Kaufmann began her academic career in the field of cellular biology, earning a Master’s Degree from the University of Connecticut in Tropical Ecology and Plant Physiology. Turning to medicine, she received her medical Degree at the University of Maryland, and completed a residency and fellowship at Johns Hopkins in the field of pediatric anesthesiology. She has been the Chief of Pediatric Anesthesia at the Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital for 9 years, a nationally recognized center of excellence.
    Dr. Kaufmann's avid interest in the science of anti-aging begun many years ago as an intense hobby. Utilizing her knowledge in cell biology, human pharmacology and physiology, this hobby has now become a main focus. The project represents years of non-clinical research leading to the first ever, comprehensive theory of aging. She has now released two books on longevity: The Kaufmann Protocol: Why We Age and How to Stop it, and just recently in 2022, Aging Solutions.

    This conversation could have easily gone on for hours and hours, as Dr. Kaufmann is a wealth of knowledge in some of my favorite topics and is fun to listen and learn from. I know you will all enjoy learning from her like I did and, if so, I highly recommend you check out BOTH of her books. They are simply amazing resources of anti-aging/longevity information. As always, light up your health! - Dr. Mike Belkowski & Dr. Sandra Kaufmann discuss the following:
    • Her reasoning for jumping into anti-aging and longevity
    • RAADfest - October 2022 in San Diego
    • Supplements vs. adjuvants
    • How people confuse deficiency with longevity
    • Bioavailability and resveratrol
    • Bringing natural remedies back into the light
    • The five basic agents of the Panacea
    • Astaxanthin and its benefits for free radical scavenging
    • The blood-brain barrier
    • Nicotinamide and why it’s crucially important for longevity
    • Anti-inflammatories for longevity
    • Glycation
    • Eye health and vision
    • Carnosine eyedrops
    • Eye health and red light therapy
    • Goggles vs. no goggles with red light therapy
    • Supplements and adjuvants she is most excited about
    • Spermidine and how it prevents DNA damage
    • The mitochondrial transition permiability pore
    • Fisetin for longevity
    • Senescent cells (zombie cells)
    • Metformin vs. berberine
    • Glycation and how to defeat it
    • How her diet doesn’t affect her good lab results
    • Her anti-aging and longevity regiment
    • Skin health
    • UV exposure to the skin
    • Starting treatments earlier vs. later
    • Micronutrient deficiencies and getting older
    • Newfound discoveries

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    Quantum Health: Light, (Exclusion Zone) Water & Magnetism w/ Carrie Bennett [Top Interview of 2022!] Dec 22, 2022

    For the last two episodes of the year I thought it would be fun to revisit the top two interviews of 2022! And they are not the top two because I said so, but rather because they were the two most downloaded episodes — you, the audience, have spoken! Genuinely, my conversation with Carrie Bennett was easily one of my favorites, so it is always nice when that resonates with the listeners as well. Enioy learning (or reviewing) health from a quantum perspective...
    "Electrons! Electrons! Come get your electrons!" I love when I path crosses with someone that likes to nerd out on mitochondrial health, but especially from the quantum point of view! On this week's episode of The Red Light Report, I was lucky enough to sit down with the brilliant Carrie Bennett, who knows her quantum health inside and out. Not only that, but Carrie is able to take these complex topics and simplify them so anyone and everyone can understand. As you can see from the episode description below, we cover a smorgasbord of quantum health topics, especially how health is impacted by light, water and magnetism.
    Even though it can be intimidating, it behooves everyone to take a dive deep into health from a quantum perspective. This is truly where the root causes of disease are buried -- deep down at the subatomic level. But as Carrie acknowledges, even though the topics can get a little complex, the solutions are extremely straightforward. And who doesn't like simple, actionable strategies for optimizing wellness and bolstering one's healthspan?

    As a college athlete, supposedly at the pinnacle of health, Carrie began suffering chronic joint issues and insomnia. After her first child was born she developed debilitating stomach pain, adrenal fatigue, and brain fog. Armed with a BS in Biology, an MS in Nutrition, certifications as a personal trainer, massage therapist, breathing coach, and faculty member of the Quantum Biology Collective, Carrie's mission is to teach her clients how to create a healing environment. By applying quantum health strategies involving morning sunlight, circadian rhythm, grounding, mitochondrial support, cold therapy, sleep and intermittent fasting clients feel powerful healing and lasting benefits.
    This episode is wall-to-wall full of incredibly profound health information. It may be an episode you want to listen to multiple times to fully grasp the knowledge that Carrie shares with us. In fact, I highly recommend you do, as the implications of applying these quantum health strategies are far-reaching. Carrie is sure to give you an entirely new perspective on what it means to be healthy. Enjoy and learn lots! -

    Dr. Mike Belkowski and Carrie Bennett discuss the following:

    • How she initially got into the quantum field
    • Dr. Jack Kruse and how Carrie has been influenced by him
    • Inflammation from a quantum perspective
    • Chronic inflammation from daily life and how we get it
    • Getting free electrons from nature
    • How we are destroying our mitochondria
    • Health, wellness & longevity via nutrition
    • The Keto diet and how it helps your body produce deuterium-depleted water
    • Mitochondrial dysfunction and why it’s something to consider in your health regiment
    • Optimizing your electron transport chain
    • Melatonin production and how we are deficient
    • Cold therapy and its benefits for protein production
    • Supplementing melatonin
    • Chasing the sun based on seasons and where you live
    • Thriving in cold environments with infrared light
    • How all disease is preceded by a loss of “EZ water”
    • ATP production in the mitochondria
    • EZ water and what influences it
    • The power of vibrations and its impact on our EZ and biological water
    • Your sound environment and how it impacts your health
    • Health implications of the metaverse and VR headsets
    • Blue-light-blocking glasses
    • Optimizing your light environment
    • Morning sunlight and the impact of sunset
    • Circadian rhythm and its impact on the mitochondria
    • Sun gazing
    • UV light and its powers and healing benefits
    • Water filters and which ones are best
    • Red light therapy and her experiences with it

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    Research: Photobiomodulation Prior to Radiotherapy & Full-Body Red Light Therapy For Augmented Sleep/Recovery Dec 15, 2022

    Another solosode of The Red Light Report means another episode of exciting photobiomodulation research: the first article explores at how pre-conditioning cancer cells with red light affects the subsequent radiation treatment; the second article investigates elite athletes and how their sleep and recovery responds to full-body red light therapy.

    Within these two articles, we continue to learn about novel ways that red light therapy can be integrated to positively impact health. This includes innovative ways to pre-condition our body with this healing light to reduce the amount of radiation necessary along with newfound results that full-body RLT may reduce the total time of sleep (but not sleep quality), meaning that it may actually improve the efficiency of your body (i.e., glymphatic system) to restore and recover your body while you are asleep. All very fascinating!

    I continue to be impressed and excited by this research on a weekly basis and am delighted that I get to share it with you all. Be sure to light up your holidays and, as always, light up your health!

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    Dr. Mike Belkowski discusses the following:

    • 4:36 - Effect of low level light therapy before radiotherapy in oral squamous cell carcinoma - research from December 2022
    • 6:17 - Measuring dosages
    • 8:16 - Mitigating side effects of radiotherapy
    • 11:37 - Full-body photobiomodulation therapy is associated with reduced sleep duration and augmented cardiorespiratory indicators of recovery
    • 16:04 - Connecting it to BioLight's study on HRV (Heart rate variability)
    • 18:30 - Study results on athletic recovery
    • 19:00 - Red light therapy beds
    • 19:42 - Optimizing light irradiance
    • 22:22 - Getting the correct amount of joules
    • 24:12 - Back to the article at hand
    • 24:29 - More is not better
    • 30:22 - Athletic performance
    • 30:57 - Study results
    • 31:10 - Effects on sleep
    • 33:20 - Article summary
    - Research articles:
    Effect of low-level light therapy before radiotherapy in oral squamous cell carcinoma: An in vitro study
    Full-Body Photobiomodulation Therapy Is Associated with Reduced Sleep Durations and Augmented Cardiorespiratory Indicators of Recovery - Check out the newest innovative device from BioLight... the Matrix! - Check out the Kindle version of Red Light Therapy Treatment Protocols eBook, 4th Edition -

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    Research: Tissue Regeneration; Effect on Brain & Glymphatic System During Sleep Dec 08, 2022

    This week on The Red Light Report, we have two more remarkable pieces of photobiomodulation research to cover and, to top it off, both are figuratively hot-off-the-press — being published only this past summer! You've heard me say it before, but I'll say it again... while the information may be on particular topics, the takeaways are far-reaching and can be applicable to virtually everyone.
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    The first article covered has to do with the ability for red light therapy to improve the tissue regeneration capabilities of fibrin application. Who doesn't want more effective and efficient wound healing and tissue/organ healing? The second piece of research is especially interesting, as it has to do with red light therapy's impact on the brain. However, the article goes even deeper and analyzes the benefits of photobiomodulation temporally, meaning the therapeutic affects it has during wakefulness versus asleep. Needless to say, they have some interesting speculations as to how near-infrared light can impact the brain during sleep that has potentially profound implications for the glymphatic system.

    This new research continues to expand our awareness on some exciting, novel utilities of red light therapy that can positively impact our health. As always, light up your health and enjoy this solosode!

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    Dr. Mike Belkowski discusses the following:

    • 1:43 - Yoga red light therapy
    • 2:49 - Therasage
    • 5:41 - Improving regeneration in tissue via photobiomodulation
    • 8:34 - Fibrin and photobiomodulation
    • 9:10 - Management of the healing process via photobiomodulation
    • 12:34 - Gold nanoparticles
    • 13:31 - The effect of photobiomodulation during wakefulness and sleep
    • 18:54 - Photobiomodulation influences functional activity
    • 23:32 - Increasing mitochondrial activity
    • 26:29 - Photobiomodulation and sleep
    • 31:16 - Transcranial photobiomodulation
    • 32:17 - Photobiomodulation mechanisms during sleep
    • 35:52 - Mornings vs Day/ night for Increasing mitochondrial function and ATP levels
    • 37:33 - Anti-inflammatory effects during sleep
    • 43:40 - How to use near-infrared light while sleeping
    - Research articles:
    Application of Fibrin Associated with Photobiomodulation as a Promising Strategy to Improve Regeneration in Tissue Engineering: A Systematic Review
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    Treating Common Sickness, Skin Cancer & CrossFit Performance/Recovery via Red Light Therapy Dec 01, 2022

    I hope you all had a wonderful past week celebrating the holidays with family and friends! This week on The Red Light Report, I am going to review two interesting pieces of photobiomodulation research: one on RLT for cancer (specifically, melanoma) and another on RLT's impact on CrossFit for strength, endurance and recovery (specifically looking at the impact of treatment timing — is before, after or before and after lead to superior results).

    Also, I want to apologize in advance for the sound of my voice in this episode. I recorded this towards the tail end of a sickness I was finally recovering from, as I wanted to make sure this episode was released on schedule (for all of the loyal fans and enthusiasts of red light therapy!). During the beginning of the episode, I cover some red light therapy tactics I implemented that I feel helped accelerate the healing and recovery process.

    So please bear with me for this episode, but I believe you will find the information covered quite interesting and exciting, per usual. As always, light up your health and enjoy this solosode!

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    Dr. Mike Belkowski Discusses the following:

    • 0:16 His experience in italy with his presentation
    • 6:01 - Photobiomodulation research
    • 5:46 - How he treated his sickness with the Matrix
    • 9:41 - Treating sore throat with the Guardian+
    • 11:49 - His supplement regimen
    • 14:23 - Research on skin cancer
    • 18:57 - Decreasing melanoma tumor growth
    • 19:18 - Discussion portion of the research article
    • 23:32 - Crossfit recovery
    • 28:32 - Going deeper into the science
    • 29:59 - Antioxidant effects in athletes
    - Research articles covered:
    Red Light Phototherapy Using Light-Emitting Diodes Inhibits Melanoma Proliferation and Alters Tumor Microenvironments
    Photobiomodulation Therapy Combined with a Static Magnetic Field Applied in Different Moments Enhances Performance and Accelerates Muscle Recovery in CrossFit® Athletes: A Randomized, Triple-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Crossover Trial - Check out the newest innovative device from BioLight... the Matrix! - Check out the Kindle version of Red Light Therapy Treatment Protocols eBook, 4th Edition -

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    Consult Call: Dosing & Strategies for a Red Light Therapy Bed Nov 17, 2022

    Earlier this month I had a consultation call with a couple of gentleman from Germany that wanted more detailed information on how to best utilize the red light therapy beds they had recently purchased. I figured we may as well hit the record button and capture the conversation since the topics discussed would be interesting for others to listen to. Thus, we recorded an impromptu episode of The Red Light Report!
    For this episode, you get to be a fly on the wall and listen to some back-and-forth on how others are using their red light therapy devices, what other health modalities or biohacks they are using to compliment their RLT treatments and also my thoughts and knowledge on how to best adapt protocols in from the Red Light Therapy Treatment Protocols eBook for their RLT beds. As you can imagine, the protocols in the eBook I developed are for 2-D treatments (i.e., flat panels) whereas they need protocols for treating 360° with their RLT beds.

    This ended up being quite a fun and educational conversation all the way around, so I think you will enjoy listening and gaining an even better perspective for RLT and how one needs to adapt their treatment protocols based on their device type and their health and wellness goal. Enjoy! -

    Dr. Mike Belkowski discusses the following during the consult call:

    • 2:28 - Initial interest in red light therapy
    • 4:38 - 360-degree treatment and the dosage involved
    • 8:34 - The term “biohacking” and why it’s not his favorite
    • 9:30 - Cryo chambers and difficulties owning them
    • 10:31 - Biohacking and their ultimate goal
    • 12:54 - Stem cells and reversing the aging process
    • 15:21 - Supplementation
    • 14:40 - Nootropics
    • 16:21 - Red light therapy beds and how they use them
    • 17:11 - Effects of red light therapy
    • 18:34 - Eye treatment and safety with red light therapy
    • 18:58 - Timing red light therapy
    • 19:44 - Light irradiance and dosage
    • 24:06 - Waltpbm.org - Recommended treatment dosages for red light therapy
    • 27:05 - Panel sizes and their uses
    • 27:34 - Applying the protocols in the eBook to the red light therapy beds
    • 30:11 - Pulsing and its effects
    • 33:50 - Skin treatment
    • 34:29 - Treating injuries
    • 35:39 - Stacking hyperbaric and red light therapy
    • 37:31 - Workout performance
    • 40:25 - Anti-inflammatory effects
    • 41:03 - Recovery after aerobic sports
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    Treating Cancer-Related Symptoms & Cognitive Improvement via Red Light Therapy Nov 10, 2022

    Let's dive into some more research on this week's solosode of The Red Light Report. I cover two pieces of research more thoroughly this week, as both of the topics are quite interesting and the information within each article contains valuable red light therapy principles that everyone can apply to their RLT treatments and strategies.


    The first article deals with the side effects of cancer treatments (i.e. radiotherapy), while the second article is about using phototherapy for improving cognition in those dealing with dementia. I have a hunch that boosting mitochondrial health is involved with both of these!
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    I know the info in this solosode will either be great reminders and/or help continue to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of the capabilities of RLT and how to best utilize it. As always, light up your health and enjoy this solosode!

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    Dr. Mike Belkowski discusses the following:

    • 2:55 - Research on head and neck cancer patients
    • 7:17 - How red light therapy heals
    • 8:10 - Photobiomodulation dosing
    • 9:40 - Prevention and treatment of cancer-related symptoms
    • 15:03 - Photobiomodulation on salivary glands
    • 17:34 - Pre-treatment of red light therapy prior to radiotherapy or surgery
    • 18:16 - Cost effectiveness of red light therapy
    • 21:34 - Dosage standardization
    • 23:04 - Phototherapy for cognitive function in patients with dementia
    • 25:29 - Improving circulation to the brain via phototherapy
    • 28:12 - LEDs vs Lasers
    • 29:12 - Circadian rhythm - timing morning, afternoon, or individualized rhythm for red light therapy treatments
    • 29:58 - Cognitive improvement in patients with dementia
    - Research articles:
    Quality Assessment of PBM Protocols for Oral Complications in Head and Neck Cancer Patients: Part 1 Phototherapy for Cognitive Function in Patients With Dementia: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis - Check out the newest innovative device from BioLight... the Matrix! - Check out the Kindle version of Red Light Therapy Treatment Protocols eBook, 4th Edition -

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    Chronic Kidney Disease, Bone Healing for Dentistry & Eye Health via Near-Infrared Light Nov 03, 2022

    Have you heard of the gut-kidney axis? On this week's solosode of The Red Light Report, I'll review some of the newest photobiomodulation research — from chronic kidney disease to bone healing in the mouth to eye health with invisible light.


    While some of the research topics seems rather specific (i.e., chronic kidney disease), the information in each article and their findings are quite profound and have far-reaching implications. Furthermore, the details outlined in this research continues to reinforce vital principles of red light therapy along with fortifying the countless ways that red and near-infrared light can heal our cells, tissues, organs and beyond.

    We all have kidneys (and, thus, gut-kidney axes), bones and eyes, so the information in this episode applies to anyone and everyone. As always, light up your health and enjoy this solosode!

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    Dr. Mike Belkowski discusses the following:

    • 0:49 - Mike’s trip to Italy to speak at a health and wellness symposium
    • 3:53 - Photobiomodulation and its potential therapeutic effects on chronic kidney disease
    • 6:06 - The gut-kidney axis
    • 10:16 - Red light therapy’s systemic effects
    • 10:34 - Treating Parkinson’s with red light therapy
    • 13:02 - The interconnectedness of the body’s systems
    • 14:36 - Bone healing with red and near-infrared light
    • 18:44 - Eye health
    • 19:24 - Near-infrared light for the retina
    • 24:36 - Why our eyesight deteriorates as we age
    • 25:57 - Mitochondrial malfunction
    • 27:32 - Treatment of myopia by near-infrared light
    • 28:42 - Negative effects of blue light
    - Research articles:

    Therapeutic Potential of Photobiomodulation for Chronic Kidney Disease

    Effectiveness of Photobiomodulation Therapy on Human Bone Healing in Dentistry: A Systematic Review

    Near Infrared (NIR) Light Therapy of Eye Diseases: A Review

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    Red Light Therapy & Vitamin D, Nutrition & Healing via RLT w/ Fredrik Paulún Oct 27, 2022

    In this week's episode of The Red Light Report, we travel "across the pond" to Sweden! I had the chance to sit down and converse with Fredrik Paulún, a fellow red light therapy enthusiast and someone that has been building health and wellness businesses for decades. Fredrik was ahead of the curve when he brought the glycemic index trend to Sweden and to the masses years and year ago; and now he has that same feeling about red light therapy and its potential to impact people's health, which he will thoroughly address in his red light therapy book he expects to publish in 2023.
    One of Sweden’s leading nutritionists since the middle of the ’90s, Fredrik is also a leading health entrepreneur. He is an internationally best-selling author, author of more than twenty books and the next one will be about red light therapy.
    Fredrik develops healthy foods for Orkla Foods Sverige under the brand Paulúns for the Swedish and international market. Fredrik is CEO of Nutribe which educates nutritional advisors and runs the fitness app Swiftr. He is also a board member and shareholder in the blood testing company Svensk Provtagning. He is constantly looking into new ventures that would fit his entrepreneurship focused on health, nutrition and sustainability.
    Fredrik brings the energy and the information in the episode and I know you will enjoy listening and learning from him as much as I did. As always, light up your health! - Dr. Mike Belkowski & Fredrik Paulún discuss the following:

    • 1:18 - Northern latitudes and optimizing light
    • 3:39 - Fredrik's background in light and nutrition
    • 4:36 - Nutrition and its importance
    • 6:15 - The glycemic index
    • 7:01 - Carbs and how to treat them properly
    • 9:10 - Red light therapy and his interest in it
    • 11:21 - Fredrik's mission to get the word out about red light therapy
    • 13:25 - You can’t talk health without light
    • 15:15 - Getting people to believe in red light therapy
    • 17:43 - Explaining red light therapy to newcomers
    • 19:43 - How Fredrik uses red light therapy
    • 21:35 - Success stories with red light therapy
    • 27:27 - Skin pigments and how it affects treatment
    • 30:13 - Male vs female skin for red light therapy
    • 31:32 - Eating healthy, exercise, and how it affects tolerance to red light therapy
    • 34:53 - Vitamin D from red light therapy
    • 39:10 - The Sun and its importance for wellness
    • 40:38 - UV-B Radiation and vitamin D
    • 43:24 - Preconditioning and red light therapy relative to sunburns
    • 44:40 - His book, what to expect, and where to find it
    • 45:23 - Fredrik's red light therapy company
    • 46:10 - The future of red light therapy
    • 51:29 - Sports teams adopting red light therapy for injuries
    • 53:31 - Europe and red light therapy
    • 54:24 - Tapping into India
    • 55:08 - Learn more about and from Fredrik

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    Where to Learn More From & About Fredrik Paulun: Instagram: @fredrikpaulún
    LinkedIn: Fredrik Paulún Books authored by Fredrik
    Research cited by Fredrik:
    Vitamin D and multiple health outcomes: umbrella review of systematic reviews and meta-analyses of observational studies and randomised trials
    Sunlight and health: shifting the focus from vitamin D3 to photobiomodulation by red and near-infrared light

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    Terrain-Based Approach to Cancer Treatment & Prevention w/ Dr. Lucas Tims Oct 20, 2022

    Mistletoe anyone? On this week's episode of The Red Light Report, I had the chance to sit down with the Dr. Lucas Tims, a naturopathic oncologist that has some unique, yet sensible approaches to treating, mitigating and preventing cancer. On top of that, he has a healthy respect for mitochondrial health and the role they play on not just overall health, but their relationship with cancer. Dr. Tims sees cancer as a teacher, not a problem. You will learn why and so much more in this information-packed episode!
    Dr. Lucas Tims, ND, FABNO, is Medical Director of the Riordan Clinic’s location in Overland Park, Kan. He is a naturopathic doctor who specializes in IV vitamin C, ozone therapy, the immune system and more. Originally from Northwest Arkansas, Dr. Lucas (as he is known to his patients) is a graduate of the University of Arkansas, where he majored in microbiology. He went on to complete his medical training at Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine in Tempe, Arizona, before moving to Tulsa, Oklahoma, for an oncology-focused residency program at Cancer Treatment Centers of America (CTCA). In 2013, he passed his specialty boards designating him as a Fellow of the American Board of Naturopathic Oncology (FABNO). He has also earned a Metabolic Approach to Cancer (MATC) certificate from the Metabolic Terrain Institute of Health.
    Throughout Dr. Lucas’ 12 years of practice, he has provided Integrative Medicine support for thousands of cancer patients at multiple CTCA hospitals and clinics. As a board-certified, Naturopathic Oncologist, Dr. Lucas is an expert in how to utilize natural therapies to support patients during any phase of treatment or care setting. In early 2018, Dr. Lucas was appointed to a leadership role serving as Medical Director of Integrative Oncology at CTCA’s Western Regional Medical Center. Dr. Lucas is also a 2020 recipient of the Excellence in Healthcare for Cancer Care recognition by the Wichita Business Journal.
    Dr. Lucas was born into a family where nutrition and organic eating were the norm, and in his formative years he became deeply interested in science and medicine. His upbringing combined with influential mentors during his undergraduate studies helped pave his path toward naturopathic medicine.In his second year of naturopathic medical school, Dr. Lucas met his future wife. Shortly after they began dating, she was diagnosed with cancer. Helping her through her cancer journey was a turning point for him that fueled his passion for specializing in cancer care.
    Throughout his tenure at Riordan Clinic, he has been instrumental in the development and expansion of comprehensive cancer programs that include therapies such as IV vitamin C, mistletoe, ozone therapy, Helleborus, and acupuncture. He works very closely with his patients on diet and lifestyle interventions that promote a healthy immune system and create the right internal climate for the body to heal.In addition to patient care, Dr. Lucas enjoys doing research, teaching, and writing for medical journals. He is a member, and board member, of the Oncology Association of Naturopathic Physicians and the Society for Integrative Oncology.

    Dr. Tims is an absolute wealth of knowledge and expert in the world of cancer. Anyone and everyone will benefit from listening and learning from him in this episode. As always, light up your health!

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    Dr. Mike Belkowski and Dr. Lucas Tims discuss the following:

    • 2:02 - His background story getting into oncology
    • 4:12 - The forgotten side of the cancer experience
    • 6:10 - The emotional, psychological, and spiritual portion of cancer treatment
    • 7:07 - Acupuncture and stress
    • 10:53 - Post-pandemic changes in oncology
    • 14:46 - Cancer in younger patients
    • 15:56 - Dr. Lucas Tims’ integrative approach to cancer treatment
    • 16:59 - Tripping Over the Truth - book recommendation about cancer fundamentals
    • 17:32 - Cancer as a teacher, not as a problem
    • 19:57 - Tactics to deter cancer
    • 24:38 - Mitochondrial dysfunction and how it’s measured
    • 27:35 - Mitochondria-cancer relationship
    • 30:25 - Red light therapy for cancer treatment and prevention
    • 32:22 - Sunlight and heliotherapy benefits
    • 33:46 - Tim Ferriss on health, wealth, and relationships, and how it relates to alternative cancer treatment
    • 35:28 - Empowering patients in an informed way
    • 37:41 - Cancer prevention
    • 40:03 - Blood testing from a preventative standpoint
    • 42:27 - Insight to your nutritional needs
    • 43:09 - Nutrition Genome - Personal insight DNA testing
    • 45:21 - Becoming Supernatural by Dr. Joe Dispenza - book recommendation
    • 46:09 - Learn more about/ connect with Dr. Tims
    - Watch this episode on YouTube - Instagram: @doctorlucas Website: Riordan Clinic Facebook: Riordan Clinic LinkedIn: Riordan Clinic Real Health Podcast
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    Matrix: BioLight’s New Innovative Full-Body Red Light Therapy Mat Oct 13, 2022

    There are two major issues I hear time and again, regarding full-body red light therapy treatments: 1.) having to set aside time to do the treatments and 2.) having to stand in front of the panel. This week on The Red Light Report, you are going to learn about an innovative red light therapy product from BioLight that resolves these two issues and also provides many other attributes that will make red light therapy easier and more relaxing to do than ever before!


    In short, the product is the Matrix, which is a full-body red light therapy mat. The Matrix is a ground-breaking, revolutionary red light therapy product, utilizing BioLight's newest patent-pending technology that allows for flexible Dual LEDs, making this mat the most versatile red light therapy product on the market: you can lay on it, sit on it, hang it on the wall, roll it up and take it with you everywhere!
    Ever since its release release for pre-order, I have been flooded with various questions about the Matrix and how it compares to panels, how you would use the mat most effectively, whether or not its as effective as panels and more. I will cover all of these questions and more.


    My hope is that this episode brings more clarity about the Matrix and gets you more excited about this new, innovative red light therapy technology! If you have further questions about the Matrix, please do not hesitate to reach out via email or social media — I am always happy to assist you. As always, light up your health and enjoy this solosode!

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    Dr. Mike Belkowski discusses the following:

    • 1:46 - 13:18 - The Matrix - red light therapy mat
    • 13:19 - PEMF therapy (Pulsed Electro-Magnetic Field)
    • 14:18 - Benefits of PEMF
    • 21:00 - Questions that were asked about The Matrix red light therapy mat
    • 21:02 - How can The Matrix be used and is it good for everyone?
    • 36:15 - Are the lights as strong?
    • 39:12 - Other common questions asked about red light therapy
    • 39:19 - What age can you start putting children on red light therapy?
    • 41:01 - Is there a time limit to red light therapy?
    • 44:24 - Dialyses patients - is red light therapy useful for them?
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    Stem Cells, Thyroid Health, Women’s Health, Wound Healing & Safety Considerations Oct 06, 2022

    There is light at the end of the tunnel! This week on The Red Light Report, we are going to wrap up the 4th edition of the Red Light Therapy Treatment Protocols eBook. We will cover the last four health conditions, including a brand new health topic added to this newest edition, and then wrap things up with reviewing some safety considerations as it relates to red light therapy.

    ​In this episode, we cover the following topics: Stem Cells, Thyroid Health, Women's Health, Wound Healing & Safety Considerations
    On the previous solosode, we covered the following topics in the eBook: Oral Health, Pain, Pet Health, Skin Health & Sleep
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    I hope that you have enjoyed this most recent adventure through the updated version of the eBook. Of course, some topics covered throughout these solosodes may have been more applicable to you than others. But, either way, you have come out the other side with a more comprehensive understanding of red light therapy. As always, light up your health and enjoy this solosode!

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    Dr. Mike Belkowski discusses the following:

    • 2:49 - Stem cells and their function
    • 3:04 - Stem cells and red light therapy
    • 5:46 - Research on red light therapy and stem cells
    • 7:10 - Stem cell clinics integrating red light therapy
    • 7:28 - Positive bioenergetic effects of red light therapy
    • 9:14 - Bone marrow and photobiomodulation
    • 9:57 - Improved stem call proliferation
    • 10:42 - Preconditioning diabetic foot ulcers
    • 11:57 - Treatment of radiation-induced enteropathy
    • 13:25 - Thyroid health
    • 15:43 - Women’s health and a protocol based on the 4 phases of the menstrual cycle according to Kayla Osterhoff
    • 16:53 - Phase 1 of the menstrual cycle
    • 18:07 - Phase 2
    • 18:27 - Phase 3
    • 19:37 - Phase 4
    • 20:38 - Research on the menstrual cycle
    • 21:12 - Reducing pelvic pain with red light therapy
    • 25:49 - Wound healing
    • 27:40 - Diabetic wounds
    • 28:53 - Safety with red light therapy
    • 29:01 - Eye safety
    • 33:35 - Pregnancy and red light therapy
    • 35:32 - Side effects
    - Check out the newest innovative device from BioLight... the Matrix! - Check out the Kindle version of Red Light Therapy Treatment Protocols eBook, 4th Edition -

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    Red Light Therapy for Oral Health, Injury Recovery, Pain, Pet Health, Aging, & Wounds Sep 29, 2022

    We will cover a handful topics from the fourth edition of the eBook this week on The Red Light Report. Most of the health sections reviewed in this episode offer up the most up-to-date research on their respective condition. Also, there is a VERY EXCITING announcement made to kick off this episode, so be sure to tune in and see what it is!


    In this episode, we cover the following topics: Oral Health, Pain, Pet Health, Skin Health & Sleep
    ​​On the previous solosode, we covered the following topics in the eBook: Inflammation & Nerve Injuries
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    The abundance of research outlined in this episode should continue to open your eyes to the many healing potentials of red light therapy. Not to mention, the new, innovative device discussed should have us all elated at the future of red light therapy technology. Light up your health and enjoy!

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    Dr. Mike Belkowski discusses the following:

    • 1:16 - Changes to BioLight’s website
    • 6:16 - BioLight’s brand new product The Matrix - the first of its kind
    • 13:34 - Oral Health
    • 14:00 - Reducing edema and improving the repair of oral mucosa
    • 15:58 - Improved recovery process post ACL surgery
    • 19:13 - Improvement in pain and quality of life in burning mouth syndrome patients
    • 20:47 - Oral ulcers and red light therapy
    • 23:13 - Decreasing pain with red light therapy
    • 24:56 - Reducing chronic neck pain
    • 27:47 - Pet health
    • 28:19 - Mitigating the aging process
    • 29:16 - Accelerating the chronic wound-healing process in dogs
    • 34:14 - Protocols for pet health
    • 34:35 - Skin health
    • 39:20 - Sleep
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    Treating Inflammation & Nerve Injuries w/ Photobiomodulation Sep 22, 2022

    In this week's solosode of The Red Light Report, we will cover two more exciting and important topics in the 4th edition of the Red Light Therapy Treatment Protocols eBook. We will take a dive into Inflammation and Nerve Injuries, covering relevant information on how red light therapy can help each condition along with new, pertinent photobiomodulation research on each topic. Rest assured, you will walk away with a healthier respect for how red light therapy, when implemented appropriately, can be a powerful tool for both circumstances.

    On the previous solosode, we covered the following topics in the eBook: Hair Health, Heart Health & the Immune System.


    More exciting new red light therapy information and research is covered and should continue to open your eyes to the exciting potential of this healing modality. Light up your health and enjoy!

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    • BioLight’s website is soon to be revamped! - biolight.shop
    • BioLight’s brand new full-body red light therapy product
    • 3:49 - Dr. Mike Belkowski will be speaking in Rome at a photobiomodulation symposium
    • 4:49 - The three main mechanisms of photobiomodulation
    • 9:10 - Anti-inflammatory effects of red light therapy
    • 11:45 - Inflammation research
    • 13:33 - Diabetic wound healing
    • 16:06 - Reducing oxidative stress
    • 17:26 - Reducing lung inflammation
    • 18:48 - Reducing acute pain
    • 22:01 - Transcranial photobiomodulation for brain inflammation
    • 32:03 - Research on nerve injury
    • 34:09 - Treating the facial nerve
    • 34:58 - Physical therapy and red light therapy
    • 40:46 - Treating nerve and muscle injury
    • 44:07 - Management of severe nerve injury
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    Circadian Rhythm & Living a Natural Lifestyle w/ Bastian Groiss Sep 15, 2022

    This week on The Red Light Report, I had the chance to catch up with someone that reveres the miraculous benefits of light as much as I do and has an even higher regard for the impact of circadian rhythm. So much that he has developed his own app, Circadian. Bastian Groiss is a man close to my heart and someone that comes from the similar background of being educated by Dr. Jack Kruse. In this episode, we cover the many impacts of light (and non-native light), how to harness the benefits of sunlight and red light therapy and, of course, the importance of optimizing one's circadian rhythm.
    Bastian Groiss is the CEO & Co-Founder Circadian Ltd, ambassador for circadian rhythms and a natural lifestyle. He is originally from German with a rural upbringing and now lives in New Zealand. Bastian is a former project manager, self-taught wood worker and handyman, long-time dog trainer, spiritual explorer, ambassador for regenerative agriculture, circadian rhythms, natural light and reconnecting with nature.


    Bastian is another one of those rare people that has a high respect for light, circadian rhythm and their impact on our health and wellness. This is a conversation you will all enjoy. As always, light up your health! -

    Dr. Mike Belkowski and Bastian Groiss discuss the following:

    • 1:46 - Why he became so interested in light and circadian rhythm
    • 7:54 - Tangible changes he noticed upon adopting light therapy
    • 9:42 - Exposure to natural light
    • 10:57 - Waking up with the sunrise vs the alarm clock
    • 12:08 - Health ramifications of a positive or negative circadian rhythm
    • 16:00 - The Circadian Code by Dr. Satchin Panda
    • 16:33 - Developing chronic disease through small habits
    • 17:02 - Shift work and circadian rhythms
    • 18:05 - That groggy feeling from sleeping in
    • 18:37 - Red light and health benefits Bastian has noticed
    • 19:18 - Why the Sun is Necessary for Optimal Health (Video)
    • 22:29 - Optimal sleep environment with darkness
    • 26:00 - Metabolism
    • 27:57 - Fasting
    • 30:00 - Hormone imbalance
    • 31:17 - Night owls
    • 34:05 - Bastian’s eating window
    • 34:46 - Circadian - Bastian’s app and how it can improve your circadian rhythm
    • 39:22 - Living in rhythm with the natural world
    • 41:44 - Ways you can live a more natural lifestyle
    • 43:17 - The metaverse, blue-lit headsets, and the future
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    Circadian App

    Instagram: @circadian.lifestyle

    Website: Circadian.life

    LinkedIn: Bastian Groiss

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    Optimizing Anti-Aging & Longevity via Supplements & Adjuvants w/ Sandra Kaufmann, MD Sep 08, 2022

    The author of one of my all-time favorite books recently released her second book, which was like Christmas coming early for me! Luckily, I had also met her before at an anti-aging conference and we have stayed in touch throughout the years. So I knew I had to Dr. Sandra Kaufmann on The Red Light Report for some amazing conversation about anti-aging and longevity strategies, especially as it relates to supplements and adjuvants — topics that she is considered a bonafide expert. In her newest book, Aging Solutions, Dr. Kaufmann covers 28 different agents that she has found to be the most efficacious and backed by science, according to her rigorous research. We cover many agents from both of her books along with Dr. Kaufmann's skincare routine and other longevity hacks she as implemented over the years, including red light therapy!
    Dr. Sandra Kaufmann began her academic career in the field of cellular biology, earning a Master’s Degree from the University of Connecticut in Tropical Ecology and Plant Physiology. Turning to medicine, she received her medical Degree at the University of Maryland, and completed a residency and fellowship at Johns Hopkins in the field of pediatric anesthesiology. She has been the Chief of Pediatric Anesthesia at the Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital for 9 years, a nationally recognized center of excellence.
    Dr. Kaufmann's avid interest in the science of anti-aging begun many years ago as an intense hobby. Utilizing her knowledge in cell biology, human pharmacology and physiology, this hobby has now become a main focus. The project represents years of non-clinical research leading to the first ever, comprehensive theory of aging. She has now released two books on longevity: The Kaufmann Protocol: Why We Age and How to Stop it, and just recently in 2022, Aging Solutions.
    This conversation could have easily gone on for hours and hours, as Dr. Kaufmann is a wealth of knowledge in some of my favorite topics and is fun to listen and learn from. I know you will all enjoy learning from her like I did and, if so, I highly recommend you check out BOTH of her books. They are simply amazing resources of anti-aging/longevity information. As always, light up your health! - Dr. Mike Belkowski & Dr. Sandra Kaufmann discuss the following:

    • 3:16 - Her reasoning for jumping into anti-aging and longevity
    • 3:29 - RAADfest - October 2022 in San Diego
    • 8:05 - Supplements vs. adjuvants
    • 9:27 - How people confuse deficiency with longevity
    • 10:57 - Bioavailability and resveratrol
    • 12:15 - Bringing natural remedies back into the light
    • 15:00 - The five basic agents of the Panacea
    • 15:27 - Astaxanthin and its benefits for free radical scavenging
    • 16:33 - The blood-brain barrier
    • 16:53 - Nicotinamide and why it’s crucially important for longevity
    • 17:42 - Anti-inflammatories for longevity
    • 18:05 - Glycation
    • 19:15 - Eye health and vision
    • 19:50 - Carnosine eyedrops
    • 21:35 - Eye health and red light therapy
    • 22:38 - Goggles vs. no goggles with red light therapy
    • 25:46 - Supplements and adjuvants she is most excited about
    • 27:10 - Spermidine and how it prevents DNA damage
    • 29:34 - The mitochondrial transition permiability pore
    • 31:36 - Fisetin for longevity
    • 33:22 - Senescent cells (zombie cells)
    • 36:41 - Metformin vs. berberine
    • 38:44 - Glycation and how to defeat it
    • 39:05 - How her diet doesn’t affect her good lab results
    • 42:41 - Her anti-aging and longevity regiment
    • 46:06 - Skin health
    • 51:46 - UV exposure to the skin
    • 54:25 - Starting treatments earlier vs. later
    • 59:08 - Micronutrient deficiencies and getting older
    • 1:00:09 - Newfound discoveries

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    Hair Health, Heart Health & Boosting Immunity w/ Red Light Therapy Sep 01, 2022

    In this week's solosode of The Red Light Report, we will move along the 4th edition of the Red Light Therapy Treatment Protocols eBook. I will cover several more health & wellness topics and discuss how red light therapy has the potential to help those health and wellness conditions along with covering the relevant research for each topic.


    On the previous solosode, we covered the following topics in the eBook: Eye Health & Gut Health.

    This week we will cover the following topics: Hair Health, Heart Health & the Immune System.


    More exciting new red light therapy information and research is covered and should continue to open your eyes to the exciting potential of this healing modality. Light up your health and enjoy!

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    Dr. Mike Belkowski discusses the following:

    • 4:49 - Labor Day sale for BioLight
    • 6:20 - Preventing hair loss
    • 8:08 - Sunlight promoting hair growth
    • 11:23 - Regenerating hair via light - research
    • 12:32 - Red light therapy drives hair follicle stem cell activation
    • 14:01 - Research for hair health
    • 19:06 - Hearth health
    • 20:35 - Myocardial infarctions
    • 22:44 - Red light therapy and myocardial infarction
    • 23:46 - Photobiomodulation research on myocardial infarction
    • 29:13 - Improving telomere length and red light therapy
    • 31:13 - Herpes
    • 31:38 - Immune system
    • 38:18 - Reducing viral and bacterial load via red light therapy
    • 39:32 - Reducing lung inflammation
    • 40:01 - Reducing severe reactions to COVID-19
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    Eye Health & Gut Health w/ Red Light Therapy Aug 25, 2022

    This week on The Red Light Report, I will cover two of the most popular topics as it relates to red light therapy: eye health and gut health. There is an abundance of information and research in these two areas — from being able to mitigate, prevent and even reverse eye pathologies to improving the diversity and balance of your beneficial bacteria to harmful bacteria in your gut. Let's shed some light on these two areas of health and wellness!


    On the previous solosode, we covered the following topics in the eBook: Brain & Cognitive Health and Cancer.

    Eye health & gut health are undoubtedly two topics I consistently get a ton of questions about and, not coincidentally, these are two sections in the eBook with some of the most new information added to them (Gut Health is actually a brand new section in the eBook and on the BioLight website).
    Personally, I treat my gut and eyes with red light therapy at least once a week as prophylactic treatments. Time will tell how beneficial those treatments are!


    Again, even thought there's only two topics covered this week, I think this is information anyone and everyone can benefit from. As always, light up your health!

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    Dr. Mike Belkowski discusses the following:

    • An announcement about innovative new BioLight products
    • 9:37 - Eye safety with red light therapy
    • 13:09 - Mitochondrial dysfunction
    • 14:02 - Retinal benefits from near-infrared light
    • 14:59 - Retinal pigment epithelium (RPE)
    • 15:56 - RPE degeneration and red light therapy
    • 16:35 - Macular degeneration
    • 17:25 - Dry eye disease
    • 19:06 - Improved cone function through red light therapy
    • 19:50 - Improved visual acuity and macular perimetry
    • 20:24 - Treating blindness
    • 21:26 - Treating niches in diabetic retinopathy and age-related macular degeneration
    • 21:56 - Recovery of neurons in the brain
    • 25:22 - Fat loss
    • 25:49 - Gut health
    • 25:45 - Alzheimer’s disease and red light therapy
    • 25:46 - Results of RLT research on Alzheimer’s disease mice
    • 27:32 - Parkinson’s disease
    • 27:46 - The gut-brain axis and its importance
    • 29:02 - Improved gut microbiome
    • 31:32 - Ulcerative colitis (UC)
    • 32:41 - Improved tissue damage
    • 33:10 - The booming new area of photobiomodulation research
    • 33:53 - Improved diversity and abundance of gut flora
    • 36:14 - Prevention of Alzheimer’s disease
    • 37:36 - Anti-inflammatory and healing properties for colitis-induced damage to the intestinal wall
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    Vitamin IVs for Wellness, Lab Tests, Mitochondrial Hacks & Red Light Therapy w/ Jonathan Mendoza & Baldo Garza Aug 18, 2022

    For the second time on The Red Light Report, we have two guests on for the price of one! This week I have the pleasure of chatting with Jonathan Mendoza and Baldo Garza. Jonathan and Baldo are the co-founders and owners of MSW Lounge, which is an Austin, TX hotspot for ground breaking health and wellness, hosting regular Lunch & Learns and other events for the community to come together and learn about how to improve their lives with health. We take a deep dive into the importance of vitamins, especially vitamin IVs that Jonathan specializes in, along with other health and biohack topics from fasting to mitochondrial hacks to red light therapy and more!
    Jonathan Mendoza DC, RN, FNP-C (aka "Nurse Doza") is the founder of MSW Nutrition and How Do You Do Health Network in Austin, TX. An Austin native, Nurse Doza has been studying nutrition and its effects on our health for over 15 years. While in his last year of chiropractic school, Nurse Doza began nursing school so that he could eventually utilize the healing benefits of both bodywork and intravenous vitamins and minerals. His passions include teaching, discovering new healing modalities, interviewing guests on the How Do You Do Health? Podcast and traveling with his loved ones to anywhere with mountain.
    Baldo Garza is the businessman in the business with his MBA and a background in sales with Cutco. He is a 200-hour certified yoga instructor and all-around deal maker when it comes to getting you the vitamins you need to improve your health.
    I hope you enjoy and, as always, light up your health! - Dr. Mike Belkowski, Baldo & Jonathan discuss the following:

    • Their backgrounds in the wellness space
    • 2:16 - How they invented their practices
    • 3:05 - Barriers to creating your own business
    • 4:47 - Cash-based practice and going against big pharma and insurance
    • 7:19 - Their wellness center - MSW Lounge, when it started, and treatments they offer
    • 8:33 - Their humble beginnings in a broom closet
    • 11:20 - Hugs increase the immune system by 30%
    • 14:04 - Vitamin IV, its importance, and how they are used in the clinic
    • 17:36 - Vitamin D
    • 18:17 - Vitamin C
    • 20:03 - Vitamin B5
    • 24:04 - Vitamin B6
    • 27:28 - Vitamin deficiency and how they address it
    • 34:29 - NAD+
    • 39:17 - Stacking mitochondria biohacks
    • 44:17 - Ketones, ketosis, and fasting
    • 46:53 - Detox
    • 48:34 - Red light therapy at MSW Lounge
    • 50:49 - Infrared saunas
    • 53:12 - Red light vs near-infrared light effects and uses
    • 54:03 - Brain health via red light therapy
    • 56:11 - There’s always an answer in biochemistry
    • 1:07:30 - Frequency and resonance treatment
    - Website: MWS Lounge & MSW Nutrition (Get a discount: use code "BioLight") Instagram: @mswlounge & @mswnutrition
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    The ENERGY Formula, Obscure Supplements & Spiritual Journeys via Psychedelics w/ Shawn Wells Aug 11, 2022

    Want to learn about some supplements that you have never heard of from The World's Greatest Formulator? That is only one of many intriguing topics covered on The Red Light Report with this week's guest, Shawn Wells. Shawn is highly respected in the biohacking, keto and supplement industries and, more recently, has explored psychedelics and spiritual journeys. We cover those aforementioned subjects as well as topics from the book that Shawn released last year, The ENERGY Formula. Always articulate with a calm demeanor, Shawn is a wealth of information that is easy to listen to and learn from.

    Shawn Wells, MPH, LDN, RD, CISSN, FISSN is a product formulator and expert in the fields of performance nutrition, longevity, fitness and supplementation. Shawn is a Registered Dietitian with a decade of experience as a Chief Clinical Dietitian in hospitals and skilled nursing facilities. He is also a Certified Sports Nutritionist and has worked with celebrity clients and professional athletes.
    Dubbed “The World’s Greatest Formulator”, Biohacktivitst, and Keto Authority, Shawn faced and overcame significant obstacles with his own health—weight issues, depression, autoimmune conditions (Epstein-Barr, Fibromyalgia, and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome), two cervical discs replacements, and a pituitary adenoma, which is a type of brain tumor. Shawn’s health problems ultimately led him to find science-based solutions, and they sparked his personal passion for biohacking.
    Shawn is a co-founder of the popular patented ingredients TeaCrine® and Dynamine®, which are featured or used in over 300 products worldwide. He also has worked on patents on exogenous ketones, glucose tolerance agents, amongst others. Shawn also is the CEO of Zone Halo Research, a consulting group for supplement formulations, sourcing, manufacturing, marketing, and regulatory/compliance work.
    Shawn was selected to be one of the internationally-recognized experts interviewed in the globally-recognized documentary series, The Real Skinny on Fat. Shawn has also spoken on stages all around the world at conferences and has been the guest on countless podcasts.

    This is an episode I will personally go back and listen to multiple times, as Shawn drops countless knowledge bombs and grounded wisdom. I hope you enjoy and, as always, light up your health! -

    Dr. Mike Belkowski & Shawn Wells discuss the following:

    • His busy travel schedule and events he’s going to in 2022
    • Value in seeing people in person
    • The different businesses he owns
    • Maintaining a healthy body and mind while traveling
    • Timeshifter - an app that can tell you when to eat/ sleep/ etc
    • Optimizing your energy for routine, growth, & your tribe
    • A breakdown of his book, The ENERGY Formula
    • Surrounding yourself with the right people
    • Ikigai - Japanese concept about really living out your purpose
    • The negative health effects of loneliness & our need for connection
    • Pura vida
    • Salt and how it is misunderstood in our culture
    • Benefits of fresh seafood
    • Gifts the ocean brings
    • Parasympathetic nervous system vs fight or flight
    • Being present
    • Strategies for bringing yourself back into the present moment
    • CO2 tolerance and how it oxygenates you more
    • Box breathing exercise
    • Grounding
    • Practicing mindfulness
    • Top 10 supplements you’ve never heard of
    • Psychedelics and the spiritual journey in a positive context
    • His spiritual journey on psilocybin
    • Big Pharma and the shift into psychedelics
    • The future of biohacking

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    Brain & Cognitive Health, Parkinson’s & Gut Health, & Cancer via Photobiomodulation Aug 04, 2022

    This week on The Red Light Report, we will continue navigating through the fourth edition of the Red Light Therapy Treatment Protocols eBook that I released last week. The eBook almost doubled in size relative to the third edition, as I added a copious amount of information, research and protocols to this fourth edition. On the previous solosode, we covered the following topics: Important Concepts; Anxiety, Depression & Stress; Athletic & Exercise Performance; and Bone & Joint Health.
    In this solosode, we will be covering two BIG topics: Brain & Cognitive Health and Cancer. This may be an episode you will want to share with someone you know that is going through one of these health conditions. The information outlined is invaluable.
    Even thought there's only two topics this week, I promise there is ample amount of juicy information to listen to and learn. As always, light up your health! - Dr. Mike Belkowski Discusses the following:

    • Brain & cognitive health
    • Mitochondrial dysfunction and how it leads to cognitive issues
    • Ways red light therapy can be used trans-cranially
    • Autism
    • Aging and how it isn’t fully understood
    • Treating the cognitive deficits from aging with red light therapy
    • Reversing the aging process in the brain
    • Concussions and traumatic brain injuries
    • Treating gut health
    • Treating Parkinson’s disease
    • Treating cancer
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    Red Light Therapy Best Practices, Treating Anxiety/Depression/Stress, Muscle Recovery & Bone/Joint Health Jul 28, 2022

    On this solosode of The Red Light Report, we are going to commence digging into the fourth edition of the Red Light Therapy Treatment Protocols eBook. You heard correctly — the FOURTH edition! I have gone ahead and added an abundance of new red light therapy information, research and protocols. I have even added new sections, such as Cancer, Gut Health and Stem Cells. In this solosode and subsequent solo episodes, I will be covering all of the new information that has been added to this updated edition of the eBook.


    For those not familiar with the contents of this eBook, it was developed to help people enhance their experience and results with red light therapy by providing specific protocols that will help tailor treatment sessions based on your health and wellness goals. The protocols in the eBook are based on a comprehensive review of the current scientific research and will significantly improve the efficiency and effectiveness of your RLT treatment sessions.


    The information and protocols should quickly help you achieve the many health benefits of red light therapy instead of relying on the overly-generalized "20 - 30 minutes per day" guideline that has needed updating for some time now. As you can imagine, the treatment protocol for skin health is much different than the protocol for treating joint pain, which is different from the protocol to improve sleep, reduce anxiety, enhance athletic performance, etc.


    Regardless, we will be covering all of the new information in this newest version of the eBook. I think you will be as impressed as I am with the new photobiomodulation I was able to find in the research.

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    Dr. Mike Belkowski discusses the following:

    • An announcement of new BioLight products
    • Important considerations of red light therapy
    • Best practices
    • Mitochondria and how they work in “shifts”
    • Timing red light therapy
    • Treating multiple areas in the same day
    • Treating infants, kids, & pets
    • Pregnant women & red light therapy
    • Anxiety, depression, & stress
    • Improving brain function through trans-cranial photobiomodulation
    • BioLight’s research study
    • Improving muscle recovery
    • Lasers vs LEDs for red light therapy
    • Bone and joint health
    • Research on bone and joint health
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    Corruption of Big Food, Big Pharma & Big Tech & How to Take Your Freedom Back w/ Dr. Leland Stillman Jul 21, 2022

    For the second week in a row on The Red Light Report, I have a repeat guest! This week's guest, Dr. Leland Stillman, you may remember is an integrative medical doctor that has been quite verbose and outspoken regarding his opinion on mandated vaccinations and wearing of face masks. He is also very well-versed on how light and one's light environment can impact health for better or for worse.
    Very recently he released a book called, Dying to Be Free. Here is an excerpt from the overview of the book: "I believe that if anything threatens the health of the American people, it is the evil agenda of these technocrats, whether they are pushing mask-wearing, vaccination, water-fluoridation, or even things as innocuous as hand washing. As much as it may surprise you to hear this from a doctor, my reasons for concern are based on an abundance of evidence and experience, and are shared by doctors and scientists all over the world."
    Dr. Stillman graduated with a degree in Environmental Health from Connecticut College and earned his medical degree from the University of Virginia. He trained in Internal Medicine at Maine Medical Center. He has worked in over a dozen hospitals and clinics as a traveling doctor. He spent the early part of COVID-19 working in a rural hospital and later on went viral for speaking out against the lockdown and mandate measures. Most importantly, Dr. Stillman just released a book called “Dying to Be Free.”
    On the previous episode with Dr. Stillman, we discussed how he analyzes his patients’ light environments, how he offers suggestions to optimize them, how and why he suggests heliotherapy (therapy from the sun), how a dim environment can lead to premature aging and much more! You can check out that episode by clicking here.
    This is not an episode you want to skip over. In fact, it is one you will likely want to listen to a couple of times and share with your family and friends. Dr. Stillman connects many dots and drops endless truth bombs that massive corporations and the government would rather you not know. Listen with an open, critical mind and you will be sure to walk away with a newfound perspective for what it means to have true freedom. Learns lots and light up your health! - Dr. Mike Belkowski and Dr. Leland Stillman discuss the following:

    • Transitioning out of Covid
    • The catalyst for writing his book, Dying to Be Free
    • Waking up to the power of the sun
    • Benefits of getting more sun exposure in the middle of the day
    • His focus on improving lifestyle habits
    • Problems with the government and regulating health
    • Allowing doctors to do what they need to do
    • How healthcare professionals aren’t incentivized to cure our ailments
    • Negative ramifications of big food, big pharma, and big tech
    • Replacing light loss with red light therapy
    • Understanding how the “game” is being played
    • How community reduces mortality rate
    • Health insurance and why it’s one of the greatest scams in history
    • How the market is rigged
    • Healthcare sharing ministry and how it’s a better alternative to health insurance
    • Hospital bills and how you can haggle them down
    • Suicide rates of male and female physicians vs the general populous
    • How the government is funneling the population to maximize corporate profits
    • Crypto and giving power back to the people
    • Minimizing costs

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    Increasing Longevity through Resonance & Ascension w/ David Horinek Jul 14, 2022

    For the first time on The Red Light Report, I have a repeat guest — and for good reason! You may remember him as the guy that developed the Longevv anti-aging creams we sell at BioLight, but David Horinek is so much more. He has acquired an abundance of unique knowledge in so many areas, I had to pick his brain on another episode so we could all learn from him. He dives into countless topics, including health and wellness tactics, why you need to leave the big city and live a rural lifestyle, diet/nutrition tips, advice on financial and investing, why forest/nature bathing and hugging trees is important for health, why light and water are invaluable for vital health and so much more!

    David is the founder and Chief Innovation officer at Hologenix that developed Celliant, a responsive infrared textile that transforms body heat into full-spectrum infrared energy and is clinically proven to increase local circulation and cellular oxygenation -- that means more energy, endurance, strength, stamina, comfort, quicker recovery, and better sleep. The world’s leading brands, such as Under Armour and Levi’s use Celliant, along with countless other textile companies -- from bedding to socks to underwear and more.
    David also co-developed a business to produce and distribute alkaline water: Designing a specific ratio of salt to water gives the water a higher pH (potential hydrogen) than tap water, which boosts hydration.

    There is so much fascinating and practical information in this episode, you will surely want to listen to it a couple of times to absorb all of the great knowledge that David imparts. As always, light up your health and enjoy!

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    Dr. Mike Belkowski and David Horinek discuss the following:

    • Some longevity moves he’s been doing for himself
    • Infrared saunas and what he’s doing with them
    • A testimonial about how red light therapy heals
    • Common questions about the Longevv Revivv Creme
    • Alternatives to sunscreen
    • Astaxanthin and sun exposure
    • How Mike’s chronic dry eyes ceased after taking astaxanthin
    • Cissus and how he increased his bone density almost 20%
    • A clothing that stimulates vitamin D production
    • Bone density and how to increase it
    • Building your immune system in the cold
    • Forest therapy and the importance of being outdoors
    • Utilizing the sun for your eyes
    • Prisms in windows and its light therapy benefits
    • Getting back to nature
    • Teas he recommends
    • Investing & Crypto
    • Magenta light and its heart-healing properties
    • Mike’s catalyst for getting into light therapy
    • Vibrations and sound healing
    • Hemp company recommendation: Hemp Black
    • Increasing resonation
    • Pendulums
    • Ascension
    • Miscellaneous habits to improve your wellbeing
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     Men's Under Armour Shirt The Celestine Prophecy, by James Redfield Natural Action Bottle For Structuring Water BioAstin Astaxanthin Curaderm Natural Non-Invasive Medication for Skin Cancer book, by Dr. Bill Cham For further information, go to lowimpact.technology Celliant - Global Leader in Performance Textiles: https://celliant.com/ - Invest in BioLight:
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    Bioactive Light, Our Light Environment & Simple Yet Impactful Biohacks Jul 07, 2022

    On this week's solosode of The Red Light Report, we are going to learn about light and its impact on health from a slightly different viewpoint. You man even consider it coming from a quantum perspective. But not to worry, there are many practical (and free!) takeaways that you can begin integrating into your daily routine as quickly as... now! (Cue: nasal breathing) In the first part of the solosode, I will cover sunlight as a nutrient. This may seem blasé on the surface, but I will discuss in detail, the five bioactive forms of light and then make a legitimate argument that light nutrients are just as important, if not more important, than food nutrients.
    In the second part of the solosode, I will dive into the practical application side of things. A majority of these biohacks you will have likely heard of, yet you are in all likelihood not implementing them a consistent basis. I will go into detail about each of these "quantum hacks" and elucidate as to how and why it would be impactful for your mitochondrial health. The best part is that they are all simple and free to implement! Enjoy the information and see what you notice just by implementing two or three of these simple hacks on a consistent basis. I am sure it will light up your health! - Dr. Mike Belkowski discusses the following:

    • Sunlight as a nutrient
    • The main bioactive spectra of light
    • UV-B and how it creates free electrons
    • UV-A
    • Blue light
    • Red light
    • Infrared light - mid and far infrared vs near infrared
    • Our light environment and how it’s as important as nutrition
    • Fake food vs real food
    • Small changes that can make a big impact
    • Sunset, sunrise, and melatonin/cortisol levels
    • Remineralizing water
    • Nasal breathing vs mouth breathing
    • Book recommendation: Breath - James Nester
    • No food after sunset
    • Screens, the light they emit, and their effects
    • Blue light and how it increases addictiveness through dopamine
    • Grounding in the earth and its anti-inflammatory effects
    • Love and gratitude

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    The Uncharted Frontier of Women’s Biology & Physiology w/ Kayla Osterhoff Jun 30, 2022

    I am excited because I get to return the favor to this week's guest on The Red Light Report. Years ago and well before BioLight became popular, Kayla Osterhoff, affectionately known as Biocurious Kayla, interviewed me about red light therapy on her podcast, BioCurious. So now I get to pick her brain about women's health, a topic where Kayla is a recognized authority on the subject, being that she is a women’s health science expert. The information that Kayla covers is absolutely fascinating and gave me a more well-rounded perspective of women's health. I can virtually guarantee that the females out there will gain some very valuable insight and strategies to thrive and live life to its fullest!
    Kayla is formally trained across the health sciences with a bachelor of science in health ecology, master of science in public health, and currently pursuing her doctoral degree in the field of neuropsychophysiology.
    Formerly, she served as a Health Scientist for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and spent several years prior working in the clinical setting.The last several years of her career have been dedicated to researching women's neuropsychology.
    Kayla's investigative efforts into the brains and minds of women led her to a major discovery about women's unique cognitive and leadership abilities. This discovery is the basis for the Her Biorhythm program and the foundation from which to build your new limitless life!
    ​Enjoy listening and learning from one of the top women's health experts in the industry — light up your health and enjoy! - Dr. Mike Belkowski and Kayla Osterhoff discuss the following:

    • What she has learned In school about the female biorhythm
    • The mystery of female biology
    • Why women are difficult research subjects
    • Differences between men and women that are being ignored
    • Estrogen and progesterone
    • The 4 stages women go through every month
    • Ways women can optimize the monthly phases
    • Dangers of low-carb and fasting diets for women
    • How there’s a time and place for carbs
    • Biohacking tools for women
    • Tuning in and listening to our bodies
    • Avoiding burnout
    • Optimizing red light therapy timing during your monthly phases
    • Her biorhythm certification program - herbiorhythm.com
    • Understanding the female biology and physiology
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    Mitochondrial Fundamentals Jun 23, 2022

    Happy Summer to everyone! Summer means sun; sun means full-spectrum light; full-spectrum light means red and near-infrared light; red and NIR light means happy mitochondria! That was a long-winded way of saying that on this week's solosode of The Red Light Report, we will once again be reviewing the fundamentals of the mitochondria. This is quintessential to appreciating red light therapy, as red light therapy directly affects the mitochondria, which provides countless health, wellness and longevity benefits.

    The first part of the episode covers why the mitochondria is vital for our health, wellness, and longevity. If you're into the science and how things work, Dr. Mike Belkowski discusses three of the most important names in the world of the mitochondria and water: Dr. Doug Wallace, Dr. Jack Kruse and Dr. Gerald Pollack. In the second half of the episode, I cover more fundamentals of the mitochondria, the electron transport chain, how they kill themselves off, and how to best optimize your mitochondria. Get outside in that summer sun and light up your health and enjoy!

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    Women’s Health, Wound Healing, Safety & Considerations Jun 16, 2022

    It's a bittersweet moment on this week's episode of The Red Light Report, as we are finally concluding our adventure through the third edition of the Red Light Therapy Treatment Protocols eBook. As a quick reminder, this eBook is something I have developed over the past three-years plus based on everything I have read, heard, watched, listened to, etc. about red light therapy.
    In the previous solosode, I covered the following three topics outlined in the eBook: skin health, sleep and thyroid health. For each health condition, I discuss how red light therapy can benefit that particular condition and then follow that up with what the photobiomodulation research has to say about that health condition.
    In this solosode, I will be discussing the last several topics in the eBook: women's health, wound healing, safety and other considerations. Once again, there is a lot of fabulous information covered and will give you a well-rounded perspective on the healing potential of red light therapy.
    ​Light up your health and enjoy!

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    Dr. Mike Belkowski Discusses the following:

    • Upcoming topics that will be added to the eBook
    • How red light therapy positively affects women’s health
    • Breast cancer-related lymphedema
    • Dysmenorrhea
    • Endometriosis
    • Pain reduction via red light therapy
    • Infertility
    • Wound healing
    • Combining therapies - accelerating the healing process
    • Diabetic foot ulcers
    • Burn wounds
    • Regenerating damaged retinal tissue
    • Red light therapy treatments and pregnancy
    • Contraindications
    • Nervous system sensitivity
    • Disease factors

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    Radical Ownership of Your Health & Engineering Nature Back Into Your Life w/ Freddie Kimmel Jun 09, 2022

    On today's episode of The Red Light Report, you get the chance to hear from an individual with a very unique perspective — so unique, in fact, he has dubbed himself a "triple threat." Today's guest, Freddie Kimmel, has the noteworthy distinction of a being a proud survivor of metastatic cancer, Lyme, and toxic mold. With that being said, he has a profound story to tell. Along with expounding on the countless healing modalities he has encountered along his healing journey that lasted over a decade, Freddie shares his mindset shift and altered outlook on life since surviving the aforementioned conditions and what "healing" really means. Freddie has a Bachelor’s of Fine Arts from SUNY Brockport and in conjunction with starting Freddiesetgo.com has performed all over the country in Broadway touring productions of Phantom of the Opera, Billy Elliot and more!
    Freddie is Biohacker, Functional Health Coach and Host of The Beautifully Broken Podcast. He is also a proud survivor of metastatic Cancer, Lyme, and Toxic Mold. He on the leadership team at AmpCoil and works as a consultant for several wellness technology companies. Freddie is passionate about education, the energetic body, and patient advocacy. His work helps human beings understand the integration of technology, lifestyle, and self care. He has been featured in, The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, LA talk radio,The Late Show with James Corden, ABC television, and in Dance Magazine. You hear Freddie on Podcasts including the Lifestylist with Luke Storey and the Successful Mind with David Neagle. Freddie's story and perspective on health and healing is something everyone should hear. I know you will enjoy listening and learning from him — light up your health and enjoy! - Dr. Mike Belkowski & Freddie Kimmel discuss the following:

    • His healing journey and background
    • His pivotal moment from Broadway to saving his own life from cancer
    • How there is no teacher like chronic illness
    • What healing is
    • Ownership and responsibility of everything that happens in your body
    • How information is not healing
    • Putting information to practice
    • Learning how to breathe
    • The declining nutritional value in food
    • Placebo and muscle growth
    • Stress and how it causes disease
    • How to manage stress
    • Grounding
    • Bringing back your true nature of being
    • Everything is connected
    • AmpCoil - what it is, how it is healing, and testimonials
    • Your body as a magnetic being
    • Resonant frequencies
    • Wellness technology on his website
    • MagnaWave - wellness conference
    • The ionic foot bath
    • 5 things he wouldn’t live without
    • His experience with red light therapy
    • On-demand breath work app - Othership
    • Pulse frequencies
    • Systemic benefits of mitochondrial health from red light therapy
    - Watch this episode on YouTube - Follow and listen to his podcast: The Beautifully Broken Podcast Instagram - @Freddiesetgo Visit his Website - https://freddiesetgo.com/ - Invest in BioLight:
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    Photobiomodulation Research & Proper Dosing w/ Dr. Praveen Arany Jun 02, 2022

    For the first time on The Red Light Report, I had the pleasure of meeting and speaking with a photobiomodulation researcher and expert. And Dr. Praveen Arany is not just an average, ordinary researcher by any stretch of the imagination — this guy has quite the reputation in the photobiomodulation world and beyond. We cover an array of red light therapy topics that will surely give you a clearer idea of what red light therapy is, how to best utilize it and what has Dr. Arany most excited about the future of photobiomodulation.

    Dr. Praveen Arany is trained as a dentist and an oral pathologist. He completed a joint PhD-Residency program at Harvard University as a Harvard Presidential Scholar. He has two certificates in clinical translational research from Harvard Medical School and the National Institute of Health. He has over 100 scientific publications with several well cited papers to his credit. A complete list of his publications on Pubmed is available here. He is a recipient of numerous awards and has been invited to speak in various national and international forums, reviews for over 50 scientific journals, serves on 9 journal editorial boards. Besides his academic interests in clinical translational research, Dr. Arany has co-founded three biotechnology companies to translate his lab research into real-world, practical solutions to improve clinical care.vThe overall scientific focus of the Arany lab is to identify key biological regulatory components that can be used in clinical studies to control biological outcomes. His research is predominantly focused on the molecular mechanisms and clinical translation of low dose light treatments, termed Photobiomodulation Therapy, to alleviate pain or inflammation and promote tissue healing and regeneration.
    Enjoy learning from one of the best photobiomodulation researchers around — I sure did. And as always, light up your health! -

    Dr. Mike Belkowski & Dr. Praveen Arany discuss the following:

    • His origin story and journey into photobiomodulation
    • Research he has done with light therapy
    • Photobiomodulation vs red light therapy terminology
    • The current landscape of photobiomodulation research
    • Areas of health and wellness Dr. Arany is most excited about
    • Cancer treatment and photobiomodulation
    • Oral cavity and how it benefits from red light therapy
    • Light and waking up with a better experience
    • Amazing things light can do
    • Quorom sensing - how bugs talk to each other
    • How humans emit light
    • Green light and how it reduces depression
    • How timing affects light therapy benefits
    • Why blue light can be bad
    • Laser vs LED light therapy benefits
    • Proper treatment and dosing mechanisms
    • The ideal treatment paradigm
    • Maintenance and wellness
    • Full-body treatment benefits
    • Kids’ treatments vs adults
    • Pregnancy and red light therapy safety
    • Treatments for melanated vs non-melanated skin
    • Maximum benefit from photobiomodulation
    • Multi-wavelength treatment
    • Standardizing treatments across research
    • Different wavelengths for different pathologies

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    Skin Health, Sleep & Thyroid Health May 26, 2022

    Alright, alright, alright! This week on The Red Light Report, we will keep on keeping on as we continue to learn from the eBook I developed the past several years, the Red Light Therapy Treatment Protocols eBook.
    In last week's solosode, I covered the following two topics outlined in the eBook: pet health and pre-conditioning. For each health condition, I discuss how red light therapy can benefit that particular condition and then follow that up with what the photobiomodulation research has to say about that health condition.
    In this solosode, I will be discussing the next three topics in the eBook: skin health, sleep and thyroid health. There is a lot of juicy information in each of these sections, as red light therapy is simply amazing for all three of these areas of health and wellness.
    These are some of the most popular RLT topics, so I have no doubt you will enjoy the information. Light up your health and enjoy!

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    Dr. Mike Belkowski discusses the following:

    Skin Health
    • Skin aging
    • Reducing wrinkles and scars with red light therapy
    • Skin repair and wound healing
    • Common skin treatments that red light therapy can replace
    • Light penetration
    • Reduction of cell damage
    • Reducing inflammation
    Sleep
    • Optimal mitochondrial function
    • How melatonin benefits our mitochondria
    • Enhancing melatonin production
    • Normalizing your circadian rhythm with full-body red light therapy
    • The pineal gland
    • Biolight’s research on reducing stress
    • Heart rate variability and how red light therapy increases it
    • Sleep research
    • Improving sleep quality with red light therapy
    • Improving endurance with red light therapy
    Thyroid Health
    • Hashimoto's disease treatment
    • Most common symptoms of hypothyroidism
    • Research on red light therapy and thyroid health
    • LLLT for people with CAT

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    Where to find the eBook: Red Light Therapy Treatment Protocols eBook

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    Pet Health & Pre-Conditioning w/ Red Light Therapy May 19, 2022

    All aboard the Photobiomodulation Express! This week on The Red Light Report, we will keep learning about various ways you (and your pets!) can benefit from red light therapy, as I continue to read from the eBook I developed the past several years, the Red Light Therapy Treatment Protocols eBook.
    In last week's solosode, I covered the following four health conditions outlined in the eBook: inflammation, the immune system, oral health and pain. For each health condition, I discuss how red light therapy can benefit that particular condition and then follow that up with what the photobiomodulation research has to say about that health condition.
    In this solosode, I will be discussing the next two topics in the eBook: pet health and pre-conditioning.
    Even though it is only two topics covered this week, there is a lot of valuable information in this episode. So learn lots, light up your health and enjoy!

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    Dr. Mike Belkowski discusses the following:

    How you can reach out to make additions to the eBook

    Republic.com/biolight - How you can be a part of the crowdfunding for BioLight

    Pet Health

    • Human & Pet benefits from red light therapy are synonymous
    • Boosting antioxidant production
    • Enhancing nitric oxide production
    • Optimized energy production
    • Pain reduction
    • Mood augmentation
    • Wound healing
    • Musculoskeletal disorders for animals
    • Improving joint mobility
    • Fractures - accelerating bone healing by pre-conditioning stem cells
    • Firing frequency on muscles
    • Reducing soreness and hypertension in muscles
    Pre-Conditioning
    • Reducing damage from UV radiation
    • Enhancing concentration in your brain
    • Exercise
    • Protecting the muscle from primary and secondary damage
    • Enhancing muscular performance
    • Accelerating recovery
    • Sun exposure
    • UV radiation
    • Nature’s pre-conditioning
    • Repairing DNA damage from radiation
    • Noise-induced hearing loss
    • Reducing oxidative stress
    • Preventing hearing loss
    • Improving exercise performance
    • Modulating mitochondrial activity

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    Where to find the eBook: Red Light Therapy Treatment Protocols eBook

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    Inflammation, The Immune System, Oral Health & Pain May 12, 2022

    Turn on your red and near-infrared lights and let's continue learning! This week on The Red Light Report, we will keep learning about different health conditions that benefits from red light therapy, as I continue to read from the eBook I developed the past several years, the Red Light Therapy Treatment Protocols eBook.
    In last week's solosode, I covered the following five health conditions outlined in the eBook: eye health, fat loss, hair health, heart health & herpes. For each health condition, I discuss how red light therapy can benefit that particular condition and then follow that up with what the photobiomodulation research has to say about that health condition.
    In this solosode, I will be discussing the next four health conditions in the eBook: inflammation, immune system, oral health and pain.
    I hope you find this information illuminating, useful and potentially applicable to your health journey. So learn lots, light up your health and enjoy!

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    Dr. Mike Belkowski discusses the following:

    Inflammation
    • How you can invest in Biolight - Republic.com/Biolight
    • How inflammation is the root cause of many modern diseases
    • How red light therapy reduces inflammation
    • Research on red light therapy and inflammation
    The immune system
    • How red light therapy helps with common virus symptoms
    • Red light therapy and the production of T cells
    • Research on red light therapy and the immune system
    • Red light therapy and preventing cell death
    Oral Health
    • Red light therapy and your oral microbiome
    • LLLT and bone remodeling/ tooth movement
    • Decreasing patient discomfort and pain with red light therapy
    • Reversing enamel erosion
    • Immediate pain relief from canker sores
    • How pain works

    Chronic pain

    Reducing pain for musculoskeletal disorders

    Reducing muscle fatigue

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    Eye Health, Fat Loss, Hair Health, Heart Health & Herpes May 05, 2022

    Happy May! It's time for another informative solosode covering a handful of interesting red light therapy topics on The Red Light Report. We will continue learning from the Red Light Therapy Treatment Protocols eBook that I have been reading the past two weeks.
    In last week's solosode, I covered the first four health conditions outlined in the eBook: anxiety & depression, athletic performance, brain & nerve health and bone & joint health. For each health condition, I discuss how red light therapy can benefit that particular condition and then follow that up with what the photobiomodulation research has to say about that health condition.
    In this solosode, I will be discussing the next five health conditions: eye health, fat loss, hair health, heart health & herpes.
    Once again, I cover a lot of fascinating red light therapy information in this episode and I hope you find it useful and potentially applicable to your health journey. So learn lots, light up your health and enjoy! - Dr. Mike Belkowski discusses the following:

    • An exciting announcement for BioLight - www.republic.com/biolight
    • Eye health and red light therapy
    • Mitochondrial dysfunction and oxidative damage to the retina
    • Light-induced retinal damage
    • Pre-conditioning with photobiomodulation to prevent this damage
    • Age-related macular degeneration (AMD)
    • Research on eye health
    • How LLLT is beneficial for AMD
    • Treatment with red light after exposure to blue light
    • Cell death and how red light therapy prevents it
    • Mitigating damage from blue-lit technology
    • Fat loss and stubborn fat
    • Near-infrared light and how it accelerates fat loss
    • Hair health
    • Heart health
    • How red light therapy can reduce myocardial injury by increasing energy supply
    • Red light therapy and herpes

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    Where to find the eBook: Red Light Therapy Treatment Protocols eBook

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    Anxiety & Depression, Athletic & Exercise Performance, Brain & Nerve Health, & Bone & Joint Health Apr 28, 2022

    This week on The Red Light Report, we are going to continue learning from the Red Light Therapy Treatment Protocols eBook that I developed over the past three years. The eBook is a distillation of all of the photobiomodulation information I learned from countless sources, including the scientific research, books, videos, conferences/symposiums, etc. My intention of the eBook was to give people a comprehensive, trustworthy source of red light therapy information and also facilitate a better understanding of what red light therapy is, what it can help with and, most importantly, how to use red light therapy for various health conditions via specific treatment protocols.
    In last week's solosode, I covered the Important Concepts sections of the eBook, which covered the following topics: red light vs. near-infrared light, mitochondria, biphasic dose response, hormesis, and dosing.​​
    In this solosode, I will be discussing the first four health conditions: anxiety & depression, athletic performance, brain & nerve health and bone & joint health. For each health condition, I discuss how red light therapy can benefit that particular condition and then follow that up with what the photobiomodulation research has to say about that health condition.
    There is a lot of great information in this episode, so learn lots, light up your health and enjoy!

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    Dr. Mike Belkowski discusses the following:

    • The eBook that Dr. Mike developed
    • CCO and its absorption of red light
    • Therapeutic benefits of red light therapy for the brain
    • Neuro transmitter imbalance
    • Oxidative stress & an overproduction of free radicals
    • How red light therapy improves your antioxidant capacity
    • Cell death and how red light therapy protects from it
    • How one month of light therapy treatments reduced anxiety in patients
    • Brain emotion regulation
    • Synergy between red, near-infrared light, and exercise
    • Increasing your exercise capacity and accelerating your recovery
    • Red light therapy prior to exercise
    • Research on athletic performance from red light therapy
    • Improving self awareness and social functioning
    • Stroke prevention
    • Regeneration of nerves
    • Light therapy for spinal cord injury

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    Important Concepts of Red Light Therapy Apr 21, 2022

    For the next handful of solosodes on The Red Light Report, I will be reading from the eBook I have developed and continuously updated over the last three years, the Red Light Therapy Treatment Protocols eBook. Currently in its third edition, the eBook consists of information that I have distilled from countless sources and hundred upon hundreds of hours reading and researching. With that being said, the eBook is always a work in progress as I continue to update the information and protocols, as well as add new protocols, as new information and research comes to light.
    The eBook is broken up into a couple of different sections: the first section is comprised of important concepts that everyone should know to help them better understand and harness red light therapy; the second (and much larger) section consists of almost a couple dozen health conditions, where each condition has explanations of how red light therapy can help it, synopses from the most current and strongest research and then, of course, the specific treatment protocol that is completely based off the research.
    In this solosode, we will be covering the Important Concepts section, which covers red light vs. near-infrared light, mitochondria, the biphasic dose response, hormesis and dosing. Subsequent solosodes will go over the various sections of health conditions, which will hopefully provide you with an all-encompassing perspective of the amazing potential that red light therapy possesses.
    Learn lots, light up your health and enjoy! - Announcements:

    • Dr. Belkowski speaking engagements:
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        • Virtual event - August 25 through the 28th
        • Headliner is Tony Robbins
      • Photobiomodulation Symposium
        • In-person event in Rome, Italy
        • This November; exact date to be announced

    Dr. Mike Belkowski discusses the following:

    • Red light therapy for anxiety and depression
    • “Repetition is the mother of skill”- Tony Robbins
    • Red and near-infrared light and its benefits
    • The domino effect of dysfunctional mitochondria
    • Anecdotes from his ebook
    • The biphasic dose response - more is not better
    • Over treating with red light therapy
    • Hormesis
    • Appropriate dosage of red light therapy
    • How to mathematically determine dosages

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    Harnessing Red Light Therapy, Proper Sun Exposure & NAD+ Skin Cream w/ Amitay Eshel Apr 14, 2022

    Whenever I cross paths with someone that understands red light therapy at a deep level, I love to nerd out. On this week's episode of The Red Light Report, I had the absolute pleasure of sitting down with Amitay Eshel and picking his brain on all things red light therapy. It was the type of conversation where we could have easily geeked out for hours on end and still had more to talk about. Luckily, you get to be a fly on the wall for this exchange topics from red light therapy to sun exposure to biohacking strategies to NAD+ skin cream and more!

    Amitay Eshel is an entrepreneur in the biohacking and beauty fields. He has held executive roles in the health, wellness, and beauty industry for over a decade, as well as being a business development consultant in that space.

    As co-founder and CEO of Young Goose, the biohacking skincare company, and host of the Young Goose’s Biohacking Beauty podcast, Amitay has been making waves in his industry through education and innovation. Young Goose embodies his two passions, performance optimization, and skin health, with products that boost the functions of natural rejuvenation processes in the skin.

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    Dr. Mike Belkowski and Amitay Eshel discuss the following:

    • Amitay’s insight on Zero Gravity Skin and their approach to light therapy and focus on powerful handheld devices
    • Full-body light therapy vs concentrated area light therapy
    • Light dosage and power variations
    • Lenses and parallel waves
    • How Amitay uses light therapy for health and wellness benefits
    • Pushing your body further with light therapy stacked with hyperbaric and cold immersion
    • Your body producing energy
    • Energy’s role in body recovery
    • Positive body responses to stressors
    • Dosing safety of red light therapy
    • Panel sizes and what is appropriate for different red light therapy uses
    • Skin health and his company Young Goose
    • Biological age vs chronological age
    • Vanity as a positive driving force for health
    • Sun exposure and protecting your skin from it
    • Increasing resistance to the sun via more exposure
    • The effects of blue light on your skin from screen time
    • NAD+ and how it is a fuel for the mitochondria
    • How his company’s cream raises NAD+ levels in the skin specifically
    • Biohacking the skin
    • The NAD+ IV market
    • The building blocks for NAD+
    • Other supplements and biohacks to optimize skin health
    • Methods for improving circulation to the skin
    • Staples of longevity

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    • Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art - James Nestor
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    Vitamin C, Red Light For Tendon Injuries & Treating Bell’s Palsy Apr 07, 2022

    I know The Red Light Report isn't necessarily about highlighting nutrition, as there's thousands of those podcasts already. However, I did want to acknowledge National Vitamin C Day that occurred this week, so I take a quick dive into the history and benefits of one of the most popular vitamins in the world. Needless to say, you should be getting your daily vitamin C one way or another.
    Of course, I want to bring you the newest, cutting-edge photobiomodulation research available, so in this episode I will be highlighting three different articles. The first one, which I cover most in-depth, is about red light therapy (RLT) and how it can benefit the healing of tendons. Virtually 100% people on earth cross paths with a tendon injury at one point or another, with a high percentage eventually succumbing to chronic tendon injury/pain. So everyone will want to hear what this article has to say about RLT's benefits for tendon injuries.
    The subsequent two articles are so hot off the press that I could only get my hands on the abstracts. But regardless, the information and the results on what RLT can do to benefit Bell's palsy and temporomandibular joint disorder (i.e, jaw pain) is quite impressive — further uncovering more and more ways you can utilize red light therapy to your advantage.
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    Learn lots, light up your health and enjoy!

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    Dr. Mike Belkowski discusses the following:

    • Vitamin deficiency and its effects
    • The sun’s radiation and how our cells react
    • Supplementing vitamin C
    • IV vitamin C
    • Maintaining your vitamin C naturally
    • Light and tendon repair
    • Light and Bell's palsy
    • Red light therapy versus ultrasound for TMD
    • Tendon tears
    • Red light therapy and the tendon healing process
    • LLLT (Low level laser therapy)
    - Citations:
    The Functions and Mechanisms of Low-Level Laser Therapy in Tendon Repair (Review)
    A Study on the Effect of 850 nm Low-Level Diode Laser versus Electrical Stimulation in Facial Nerve Regeneration for Patients with Bell's Palsy
    Comparative efficacy of low-level laser therapy (LLLT) to TENS and therapeutic ultrasound in management of TMDs: a systematic review & meta-analysis -

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    Light Therapy History, Building Up Your Solar Callous & Astaxanthin Benefits for Mitochondrial & DNA Health Mar 31, 2022

    On this week's solosode of The Red Light Report, I deliver a variety pack of information. One of the fun topics I randomly cover is about possibly my favorite non-negotiable adjuvant I take daily: astaxanthin. Ironically, the endless list of powerful benefits from this substance are secondary to sunlight exposure that stresses the algae, developing an orange goop — that goop is astaxanthin. So you could say the benefits derived from astaxanthin are thanks to the light from the sun!
    I also review the history of light therapy and the interesting ride it has been on over the centuries: from The Golden Age to the Era of Darkness to the New Age of Light. The pendulum has swung both ways and, luckily for us, it is swinging back to the side of evolution, utility and appreciation for the healing benefits of light therapy. This is why we have seen such a surge in photobiomodulation, namely red light therapy.
    Lastly, I cover the negative impact of light flicker, as it relates to our health. Decades and decades ago, it was thought that if light manufacturers increased the flicker rate so that it wasn't perceptible to the naked eye it wouldn't have a negative impact on our biology. However, we have learned that there can be insidious (or obvious) consequences of "invisible" light flicker, such as headaches/migraines, eye strain, decreased concentration and energy, mood and behavioral disorders and more. That is exactly why I made sure all BioLight panels have the lowest light flicker possible — the first red light therapy company to take that variable into consideration.
    Learn lots, light up your health and enjoy!

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    Dr. Mike Belkowski discusses the following:

    • Building up your solar callous
    • Astaxanthin, its origins and benefits for mitochondrial health
    • How astaxanthin decreases DNA damage
    • Astaxanthin and the skin
    • The history of light therapy as a whole
    • Seasonal Affective Disorder
    • Big Pharma and its effects on perception of light therapy
    • The mitochondrial theory of aging
    • Mitochondrial dysfunction
    • Light flicker and its negative effects

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    Oral Health Benefits of Red Light & Blue Light Therapy Mar 24, 2022

    One of my favorite aspects of red light therapy is the benefits it has on oral health. The photobiomodulation research in this area is exhaustive, demonstrating countless ways that RLT can impact oral health — from infections to gum health to enamel erosion to orthodontic surgery to pain and more! On this week's solosode of The Red Light Report, I will review the many benefits of RLT as it relates to oral health, but then I will take a dive into the health and aesthetic benefits of blue light therapy for oral health and teeth.
    Blue light therapy is notorious ​for whitening teeth, especially when combined with hydrogen peroxide or carbomide peroxide gel; I will discuss which peroxide is superior for whitening teeth most efficiently. Not only that, blue light is equally effective at selectively killing harmful bacteria while leaving beneficial bacteria alive and thriving, which leads to an optimized oral microbiome. ​
    Towards the end of the episode, I may or may not have an exciting announcement about a new BioLight product that is about to be released... So listen to the entire episode to find out what it is!
    Learn lots, light up your health and enjoy!

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    Dr. Mike Belkowski discusses the following:

    • An exciting announcement for Dr. Mike Belkowski’s company, Biolight
    • Sunglasses and whether or not we use them too much
    • Demineralization of teeth and how red light therapy prevents it
    • Ulcers/ canker sores and LLLT
    • Orthodontic treatment as it relates to tooth movement
    • Biofilms and and how red light therapy reduces the bacterial load in the root canal system
    • Reduction of hypersensitivity in teeth
    • Dentures and inflammatory responses to them - how red light therapy can help
    • Blue light and tooth whitening
    • Teeth whitening products that are best for your health
    - Previous Oral Health Episodes:
    Light & Oral Health w/ Dr. Kelly Blodgett
    Oral Health & Red Light Therapy
    Red Light Therapy vs. Cold Water Immersion, Melatonin & Photobiomodulation Research on Dentin Hypersensitivity & Orthodontic-related Pain - Citations:
    Insights into blue light accelerated tooth whitening
    Comparison of efficacy of tray-delivered carbamide and hydrogen peroxide for at-home bleaching: a systematic review and meta-analysis At-home Bleaching With 10% vs More Concentrated Carbamide Peroxide Gels: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis
    Safety issues when using a 16% carbamide peroxide whitening solution

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    Light Healing, Presence, Consciousness & Pure Awareness w/ Dr. Jacob Liberman Mar 17, 2022

    “We do not see things as they are; we see them as we are... We have less control over our destiny than we think... The harder we look the less we see; by looking less, we see more."
    I have never finished a conversation feeling so enlightened and in awe of an individual's charisma and aura than I did on this week's episode of The Red Light Report with Dr. Jacob Israel Liberman. Not only is Dr. Liberman an optometrist and a leading authority in the domain of "external" light that we associate the sun and red light therapy with, but he is also a sage, thoughtful guru as it pertains to our "inner" light.
    In this episode, Dr. Liberman shares some amazing anecdotes on how he helped heal the vision of his patients decades ago with unique tactics that he developed and still uses today, such as human homeopathy and color homeopathy. He clarifies was it actually means to be present, what pure awareness looks like, the battle between the conscious and unconscious mind, what it means to live a full-spectrum life and more...

    Dr. Jacob Israel Liberman is a pioneer in the fields of light, vision and consciousness and has been enthusiastically endorsed by luminaries in the fields of health, science, and spirituality from Deepak Chopra and Bruce Lipton to Eckhart Tolle and also the author of Light: Medicine of the Future, Take Off Your Glasses and See and Luminous Life. Dr. Liberman earned a doctorate in optometry from Southern College of Optometry and a PhD in vision science from the College of Syntonic Optometry. He received the H.R. Spitler Award for his contributions to the field of phototherapy and has invented numerous light therapy devices, including the first FDA-cleared medical device to significantly improve overall visual performance. A respected public speaker, Dr. Liberman shares his scientific and spiritual discoveries with audiences worldwide. This episode is a profound, thought-provoking discussion from the heart that will be sure to change the way you perceive light and yourself. Enjoy!

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    Dr. Mike Belkowski & Dr. Jacob Liberman discuss the following:

    • His journey to the world of light
    • His experience with how light restored the vision of one of his patients
    • A miraculous healing of his eyesight
    • Stories and anecdotes of treatments he’s done
    • How it’s less about “doing" and more about “seeing”
    • Stress and how our body reacts to it
    • Presence and being present
    • The nature of light
    • Consciousness and how all living things are guided
    • Harmonious relationship with Mother Nature
    • The law of attraction
    • Elements and their energetic fingerprint
    • Awareness
    • Open focus
    • Consciousness and what It truly is
    • Worry and how to handle it in the mind
    • Choice is an illusion

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    Luminous Life
    Light - Medicine of the Future
    Take Off Your Glasses and See -

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    Pet Health, Heart Failure, Concussions & Modifying the Gut Microbiome w/ Red Light Therapy Mar 10, 2022

    It's time to dig back into the photobiomodulation research The Red Light Report! On this solosode, I will cover three new, unique scientific studies that investigate the ways that red light therapy can help with heart health, post-concussion symptoms and modifying the gut microbiome for positive health and wellness benefits! Not only that, but I will reveal how red light therapy virtually saved my dog from needing stitches, significantly accelerating the healing and recovery process from a massive cut that left him with a split lip.
    We all know that the heart is one of the most mitochondrial-dense tissues in the body, yet oddly enough, there is a dearth of photobiomodulation research in this area. Listen and learn how red light therapy is able to ameliorate symptoms and side effects from heart failure.
    One of the biggest areas on the rise in red light therapy research is transcranial photobiomodulation for neurodegenerative diseases and all types of brain injuries, including concussions. Listen and learn how a professional hockey player incorporated red light therapy into his post-concussion multimodal treatment approach.
    Lastly, the gut has been receiving a lot of attention in the research as well -- both on how red light therapy can directly improve the gut microbiome and also how brain health can be altered via the gut-brain axis with RLT to the gut. Listen and learn to what the newest research is showing on RLT improving gut health and the gut microbiome.
    Learn lots, light up your health and enjoy!

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    Dr. Mike Belkowski discusses the following:

    • Anecdotal evidence of red light therapy's wound healing capacity via Dr. Mike healing his dog
    • A gash, that otherwise should have been stitched, being healed by red light therapy
    • How photobiomodulation improves cardiac function
    • How red light therapy increases ATP production in the heart
    • Trans-cranial photobiomodulation for patients with concussions
    • Modifying the microbiome as a potential mechanism for photobiomodulation
    • The gut microbiome in animals and how it has been altered using photobiomodulation
    - Citations:
    Light Emitting Diodes Photobiomodulation Improves Cardiac Function by Promoting ATP Synthesis in Mice With Heart Failure
    Rehabilitation of Persistent Symptoms and Neurocognitive Deficits Following Sports-Related Concussion in a Professional Hockey Player: Case Study
    Modifying the Microbiome as a Potential Mechanism of Photobiomodulation: A Case Report -

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    Quantum Health: Light, (Exclusion Zone) Water & Magnetism w/ Carrie Bennett Mar 03, 2022

    "Electrons! Electrons! Come get your electrons!" I love when I cross paths with someone that likes to nerd out on mitochondrial health, but especially from the quantum point of view! On this week's episode of The Red Light Report, I was lucky enough to sit down with the brilliant Carrie Bennett, who knows her quantum health inside and out. Not only that, but Carrie is able to take these complex topics and simplify them so anyone and everyone can understand. As you can see from the episode description below, we cover a smorgasbord of quantum health topics, especially how health is impacted by light, water and magnetism.
    Even though it can be intimidating, it behooves everyone to take a dive deep into health from a quantum perspective. This is truly where the root causes of disease are buried -- deep down at the subatomic level. But as Carrie acknowledges, even though the topics can get a little complex, the solutions are extremely straightforward. And who doesn't like simple, actionable strategies for optimizing wellness and bolstering one's healthspan?

    As a college athlete, supposedly at the pinnacle of health, Carrie began suffering chronic joint issues and insomnia. After her first child was born she developed debilitating stomach pain, adrenal fatigue, and brain fog. Armed with a BS in Biology, an MS in Nutrition, certifications as a personal trainer, massage therapist, breathing coach, and faculty member of the Quantum Biology Collective, Carrie's mission is to teach her clients how to create a healing environment. By applying quantum health strategies involving morning sunlight, circadian rhythm, grounding, mitochondrial support, cold therapy, sleep and intermittent fasting clients feel powerful healing and lasting benefits.
    ​ This episode is wall-to-wall full of incredibly profound health information. It may be an episode you want to listen to multiple times to fully grasp the knowledge that Carrie shares with us. In fact, I highly recommend you do, as the implications of applying these quantum health strategies are far-reaching. Carrie is sure to give you an entirely new perspective on what it means to be healthy. Enjoy and learn lots!

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    Dr. Mike Belkowski and Carrie Bennett discuss the following:

    • How she initially got into the quantum field
    • Dr. Jack Kruse and how Carrie has been influenced by him
    • Inflammation from a quantum perspective
    • Chronic inflammation from daily life and how we get it
    • Getting free electrons from nature
    • How we are destroying our mitochondria
    • Health, wellness & longevity via nutrition
    • The Keto diet and how it helps your body produce deuterium-depleted water
    • Mitochondrial dysfunction and why it’s something to consider in your health regiment
    • Optimizing your electron transport chain
    • Melatonin production and how we are deficient
    • Cold therapy and its benefits for protein production
    • Supplementing melatonin
    • Chasing the sun based on seasons and where you live
    • Thriving in cold environments with infrared light
    • How all disease is preceded by a loss of “EZ water”
    • ATP production in the mitochondria
    • EZ water and what influences it
    • The power of vibrations and its impact on our EZ and biological water
    • Your sound environment and how it impacts your health
    • Health implications of the metaverse and VR headsets
    • Blue-light-blocking glasses
    • Optimizing your light environment
    • Morning sunlight and the impact of sunset
    • Circadian rhythm and its impact on the mitochondria
    • Sun gazing
    • UV light and its powers and healing benefits
    • Water filters and which ones are best
    • Red light therapy and her experiences with it

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    Mitochondria 101 Feb 24, 2022

    Believe it or not, it has almost been one year since I began The Red Light Report! And I want to thank each and every one of you that has tuned in for any of the episodes and supported me along the way. I am grateful that I have been able to provide you all with impactful information on light, especially red light therapy, and how you can best utilize it to your health's advantage. This is just the beginning...
    Speaking of the beginning — I wanted to revisit a couple of my very first solosodes on this podcast, specifically on the mitochondria, and continue to build on the foundational information that I've talked about so far in 2022 (i.e., energetic portion of the eye with Dr. Fritz Hollwich & the health benefits of UV light with Dr. Jacob Liberman).
    Most people haven't listened to these two episodes (and if you have it will be a fabulous review), which contains some of profound information as it pertains to the mitochondria "rubber meeting the (red light therapy) road."
    In essence, red light therapy works because of its ability to positively impact the mitochondria. So it's imperative to know how and why the mitochondria are import to our health and longevity, as that largely explains why red light therapy is such an amazing healing tool.
    Learn lots, light up your health and enjoy!

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    Pt. 1

    This important episode covers why the mitochondria is vital for our health, wellness, and longevity. If you're into the science and how things work, Dr. Mike Belkowski discusses three of the most important names in the world of the mitochondria: Dr. Doug Wallace, Dr. Jack Kruse, and Dr. Gerald Pollack.

    Pt. 2

    Dr. Mike Belkowski covers the fundamentals of the life of the mitochondria, the electron transport chain, how they kill themselves off, and how to best optimize your mitochondria.

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    Ultraviolet Light For Optimal Health & Debunking Myths Surrounding UV Light Feb 17, 2022

    For the better part of the last century, sunlight, and especially ultraviolet (UV) light, has been demonized and purported as a main instigator in many diseases and cancers. By the end of today's solosode on The Red Light Report, you will be exposed to the truth about UV light and understand the sad irony of those claims.
    As a kid, we were all told to put on our sunglasses, slather on that sunscreen and if all else fails, cover up with our hats, clothes, scarves, trench coats.... you get the point. It was drilled into us at a young age, that if you were going outside and to be exposed to the sunlight, you had to take precautions so the big bad sun didn't get you.
    ​​Hindsight is 20/20, but how much nutrition via light did we deprive our biology from? How much better off would our health and wellness be today if we hadn't drank the kool-aid and become over-protective against the sun?
    Bear in mind, I am not saying that we all need to go outside and get sunburns. That is a real negative consequence to excessive UV exposure and can certainly instigate skin cancer. However, we have removed ourselves so far from nature that we have actually caused many of our own problems via mal-illumination. Between blocking UV light into our eyes with fancy sunglasses and UV radiation to our skin via sunscreen and clothing, multitudinous physiological benefits are being swept under the rug -- physiological benefits that have been built over ions by way of evolution.
    This solosode is largely thanks to Dr. Jacob Liberman and his book published in 1991, Light: The Medicine of the Future. The information in that books is as relevant and profound today as it was 30 years ago. I will cover one particular chapter from that book — UV or Not UV: That is the Question.
    Learn lots, light up your health and enjoy! - In this solosode, Dr. Mike Belkowski discusses the following:

    • Quiz questions and answers about red light therapy
    • An excerpt from Light: Medicine of the future by Jacob Liberman
    • Misconceptions of UV light
    • Radiation
    • Sun bathing and UV therapy had become known as one of the most effective treatments for many infectious diseases
    • Questioning the status quo
    • Benefits of UV light
    • Negative effects of the lack of UV light
    • Recommendations for life changes and how you treat light
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    Kill • Bind • Sweat: Detox Methods, Mitochondrial Health & Environmental Toxicity w/ Dr. Jess Peatross, MD Feb 10, 2022

    It's time to get sweaty and hop on the detox train! On this week's episode of The Red Light Report, I had a very fun and enlightening conversation with the one and only Dr. Jess Peatross. She affectionately goes by 'Dr. Jess' and is an absolute wealth of knowledge as it relates to detoxification, mitochondrial health and efficacious holistic treatment modalities. Dr. Jess will outline her favorite way to sauna (along with her favorite type of sauna), her top mitochondrial strategies and her favorite biohacks!

    Dr. Jess Peatross, MD is a former hospitalist, internal medicine based medical doctor and a certified Gerson Practitioner. She is an expert in the areas of stealth infections, environmental toxicity, regenerative medicine, ozone, and cannabis. Her passion lies in uncovering the mystery behind the chronic illness, whether that be stealth infections, heavy metals, stress/trauma or other environmental toxicities. There are real, root cause answers for WHY the body might be malfunctioning.

    Trained in medicine at the University of Louisville, Dr. Jess experienced what many of her patients experienced: deep anxiety, hormonal imbalances, and adrenal dysfunction. She sought answers to uncover the root cause of disease – something she thought she had learned in medical school.
    I thoroughly enjoyed talking with and learning from Dr. Jess and I know you will have a laundry list of take-home points from this episode. Get your sweat on and learn lots! - Dr. Mike Belkowski & Dr. Jess Peatross discuss the following:
    • Her path, background, and health journey
    • How medical school changed since she’s attended
    • Light and how much she learned about it in medical school
    • Her detox program - kill, bind, and sweat
    • Saunas, how they are beneficial, and which ones work best
    • Negative effects of not detoxing and how often you should be doing it
    • The right temperature in a sauna and how long is too long
    • The mitochondria, the lymphatic system, and producing ATP
    • Optimizing your mitochondrial health
    • Difficult health conditions like black mold and Lyme disease & how she approaches them
    • Changing your environment to optimize your health
    • Biologics and regenerative medicine and how it plays a role with treating patients
    • Stem cells, their types, and their potency
    • Treatment with stem cells and its popularity over time
    • Ozone and hyperbaric oxygen treatment
    • Ozone IV treatment and what it’s for
    • Cannabis & its potential uses
    • Environmental toxins and the biggest culprits
    • Red light therapy and her personal use

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    Instagram: dr.jess.md - Book Recommendation by Dr. Jess:

    The Way Out: A Revolutionary, Scientifically Proven Approach to Healing Chronic Pain

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    Altering the Gut Microbiome in Parkinson’s Disease via Red Light Therapy Feb 03, 2022

    Parkinson’s disease is the second most common age-related neurodegenerative disorder after Alzheimer’s disease. An estimated seven to 10 million people worldwide have Parkinson’s disease. Men are 1.5 times more likely to have Parkinson’s than women. The disease affects patients’ quality of life, making social interaction more difficult and worsening their financial condition, due to the medical expenses associated with the disease.
    These are just the tip of the iceberg​, as it relates to sobering stats on Parkinson's disease...​
    On this week's solosode of The Red Light Report, I decided to report on some hot-off-the-press research about -- you guessed it -- red light therapy and Parkinson's disease. We typically associate Parkinson's as just a disease of the brain. But what if I told you that your gut microbiome may playing a larger role in the disease via the gut-brain axis?
    ​​It turns out that most individuals with Parkinson's have the opposite desired ratio of bacteria ('good' vs. 'bad') that is seen in a healthy, vibrant gut environment. ​​This research article, which was published in early January, uncovers the amazing potential that red light therapy, specifically near-infrared light, has on improving the ratio of 'good' bacteria to 'bad' bacteria in the gut.
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    This is a very exciting piece of research, as it further demonstrates the versatile healing abilities of red light therapy and just how resilient our bodies can be when given what it wants. In this case, the gut wanted some NIR light. Learn lots and enjoy!

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    Dr. Mike Belkowski Discusses the following:

    Upcoming events:

    • Biohacking Congress 2022
      • Las Vegas - March 19 & 20
      • Boston - June 11 & 12
      • Miami - October 22 & 23
    • The Health Optimization Summit in London - March 28 & 29
    Research:
    • From the Journal of Personalized Medicine - Microbiome Changes in Humans with Parkinson’s Disease after Photobiolodulation Therapy: a Retrospective Study by Brian Bicknell and his cohort
      • The introduction
      • The types of participants they used
      • The discussion
      • The conclusion
    • How Parkinson’s disease is due to mitochondrial dysfunction
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     Microbiome Changes in Humans with Parkinson's Disease after Photobiomodulation Therapy: A Retrospective Study -

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    Gut Health, the Gut-Brain Axis & Optimizing Your Diet w/ Dr. Mary Pardee Jan 27, 2022

    "All disease begins in the gut.” This quote is attributed to the Ancient Greek physician Hippocrates nearly 2500 years ago. And while I wasn't able to interview Hippocrates, I was able to interview another phenomenal gut health expert. On this week's episode of The Red Light Report, I had the pleasure of sitting down and had a fun conversation with Dr. Mary Pardee. She is one smart cookie and provides out some fantastic gut health information along with various strategies you can easily implement to help optimize your gut, leading to better overall health and wellness.

    Dr. Mary Pardee is a Naturopathic Medical Doctor and a Certified Functional Medicine Doctor who specializes in integrative gastroenterology and hormone balancing in Los Angeles, California.
    She is the founder of MODRNmed, a telemedicine and virtual wellness company that provides medical and health services to clients from the comfort of their homes.
    For those who can not work one-on-one with a MODRNmed practitioner, Dr. Mary also created a gut-health course that dives into the most common gut related complaints and natural solutions to start healing.


    Get ready for a gut-check that may just lead to a new level of health and wellness. Enjoy! - Dr. Mike Belkowski & Dr. Mary Pardee discuss the following:
    • How she got into gut health
    • How she founded MODRNmed
    • How common gut-related conditions are
    • Common misconceptions about treating gut health and the gut microbiome
    • How mental health and gut health are so closely entwined
    • Her daily gut health regiment
    • How Americans underutilize herbs and spices
    • How the pandemic affected her practice
    • Some of the biggest culprits people should get rid of in their diets
    • Alcohol in moderation
    • The top gut-nourishing compounds and foods to promote gut health
    • Probiotics and whether they are necessary on a daily basis
    • Prebiotics and what they are
    • Gluten and leptons - whether we should be afraid of them
    • How food sensitivity tests promote restrictive eating
    • Sourdough bread and its benefits
    • Diets to stay away from
    • Fasting and its benefits
    • The gut-brain axis
    • The vagus nerve and how it connects the gut to the brain
    • Light and her experiences with it
    • Photobiomodulation research and its effects on gut flora
    • How to begin your gut health journey

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    Dr. Pardee Gut Health Course: https://www.onecommune.com/gut-health-with-dr-mary-pardee

    Email: admin@modrnmed.com

    Business Number (for the public) * 7609320849

    Website: https://www.modrnmed.com/

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    Citations:

    Photobiomodulation of the microbiome: implications for metabolic and inflammatory diseases: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30074108/

    Photobiomodulation modulates inflammation and oral microbiome: a pilot study: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32960109/

    "Photobiomics": Can Light, Including Photobiomodulation, Alter the Microbiome?: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31596658/

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    How Light Influences Overall Health via the Eye, Pt. 3 Jan 20, 2022

    This week's episode on The Red Light Report is the grand finale of the three-part solosode series about light and its influence on the "energetic portion" of our eyes. This rather old, yet profound information, comes from the research of German ophthalmologist Fritz Hollwich and other studies he collected from the late 1800s through the 1970s in his book, The Influence of Ocular Light Perception on Metabolism in Man and in Animal.
    We covered the following topics in last week's episode: light and body temperature, light and kidney function, light and blood count and light and metabolic functions. The research in these areas leave no doubt that we all possess another pathway in our eyes that leads to downstream effects in our physiology, for better and, certainly, for worse.
    This week, we will be learning the following topics: light and thyroid function, light and sexual function, light and adrenal and pituitary functions, natural sunlight and artificial fluorescent light, light pollution, and the importance of light in metabolism in man and animal: summary. The last three sections are of utmost importance and by far have the most applicable take-home points of this entire solosode series.
    While this information may be "old," given the book was published in 1979, it has never been more timely and relevant than now with our illuminated modern-day lifestyles. Ever since 1879, when Edison invented the lightbulb, the pendulum has been constantly swinging to the other side. And while there have been many advancements and benefits directly because of the lightbulb, virtually every aspect of our biology has paid the preverbal price.
    Fritz Hollwich was very aware of the fact that our lighting environments taxed our health -- even over 80 years ago! And thanks to him, we know definitively that the window into our eyes tells the entire story.

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    Dr. Mike Belkowski discusses the following:

    • Light and thyroid function
      • Research done on ducks with red light to the eyes
      • Research on mice and rabbits in light
    • Light and sexual function
      • The sexual function in starlings and jays - being exposed to red light at night
      • Testosterone production in males
      • The importance of light entering the energetic portion of your eye
      • How light stimulates gonadal activity
      • Research on how red light stimulates testicular development
      • Research on how light and temperature control increases egg production in birds
      • How you can determine the sex of your dog by the lighting conditions
      • Increase in oxytocin due to increased light exposure
      • How light affects the growth of deer antlers
    • Light and adrenal and petuitary functions
    • Natural light and artificial fluorescent light
      • How all organisms are affected by the day/ night sequence
      • How too much artificial light leads to pathological changes in the organism
      • The monotony of artificial lighting
      • How natural sunlight balances our stress hormones
      • How we were raised through evolution by full-spectrum sunlight
    • Light pollution and the importance of light and metabolism in man and animal
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    How Light Influences Overall Health via the Eye, Pt. 2 Jan 13, 2022

    In the second part of this three-part series on The Red Light Report, we are going to continue learning from one of the top light pioneers and light researchers of all-time, Fritz Hollwich, via his book The Influence of Ocular Light Perception on Metabolism in Man and in Animal.
    For a quick review, we covered the following topics in last week's episode: the energetic portion of the optic nerve, light and the pineal gland and light and growth. That information laid the foundation for understanding the true impact that light has on our physiology. Backed by research from the early 1900s no less!
    This week, we will be learning the following topics: light and body temperature, light and kidney function, light and blood count and light and metabolic functions. We will continue to uncover powerful research demonstrating the impact of light, but now in different areas of our biology.
    ​​This further proves just how profound the light environment you surround yourself on a consistent basis truly is. It doesn't just impact one area of your health and wellness, it virtually impacts ALL facets of health and wellness -- via the energetic pathway of your eye.

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    Dr. Mike Belkowski discusses the following:

    • Light and body temperature
      • How light affects all aspects of our health
      • Circadian rhythm of body temperature in adults
      • How infants don’t have a circadian rhythm
      • What happens when the circadian rhythm changes and how that disturbs body temperature
      • The impact of light through your eye
    • Light and kidney function
      • Light and water balance
      • How blindness leads to more water retention
      • How circadian rhythm is impacted by shifted work schedules
    • Light and blood count
      • How blood is so closely involved with the whole organism
      • Light and its effects on the immune system and white blood cells
    • Light and metabolic function
      • Lipid metabolism
      • Light and protein metabolism
      • Liver metabolism
      • Light and blood sugar
      • How animals are easier to fatten in dark places than when kept in bright areas
    • How our light environment has real consequences
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    How Light Influences Overall Health via the Eye, Pt. 1 Jan 06, 2022

    It's a new year, which means this is a perfect time to learn some groundbreaking, foundational information regarding light and the eye from the early- and mid-1900s. That's correct, I said "groundbreaking" and the 1900s in the same sentence! Beginning on this week's episode of The Red Light Report, we are embarking on a three-part solosode series that will (likely) change the way you think about light, your eyes and their impact on your overall health and wellness... and, believe it or not, I am not talking about your eyesight or vision. In fact, what if I told you that vision was the second most important aspect of your eyes?
    Ironically, the majority of the eye-opening research I will be citing during these episodes has been around for over fifty years -- and some, almost 100 years -- yet I can virtually guarantee that you have never heard this information before. It's curious how this all-important information about light and our eyes has been lying around in the archives of libraries and the annals of the internet for decades and decades, only to be ignored and/or never given the proper attention it sincerely deserves.... Hence, this three-part solosode series! The book I will be referencing in these episodes is The Influence of Ocular Light Perception on Metabolism in Man and in Animal, by German researcher and ophthalmologist Fritz Hollwich. This guy was way before his time! In his book, Hollwich clearly demonstrates, through his and others research, the countless ways that light impacts health via our eye. Again, in this instance vision (or our "visual pathway") is not the key factor, as there is an alternate pathway that induces these physiological benefits; what Hollwich called an "energetic pathway."
    I am excited to be presenting this information to you, as the first time I read this book and the research presented, it left my jaw on the ground and my socks knocked off. These episodes are going to be jam-packed with cutting-edge information that you will assuredly find paradigm-shifting and will undoubtedly cause you to pause and reconsider your light environment for your health's sake. Buckle up and enjoy! - On this solosode, Dr. Mike Belkowski discusses the following:

    • The profound effects sunlight has on our biology
    • How light is a primal element of life
    • An excerpt from Fritz Hollwich
    • How artificial light cannot replace sunlight
    • Grounding with the earth
    • How the earth’s electromagnetic field is nourishing to our bodies
    • The negative effects of fluorescent light
    • The energetic portion of the optic nerve
    • Light and the pineal gland
    • Symptoms that receded after sufficient exposure to sunlight
    • Our light environment and how it affects health conditions and diseases
    • Blindness and its effect on benefits from light
    • The third eye
    • Melatonin and how light stimulates it
    • Research done by Wimmer in 1856 on how light affects the blind
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    The Frequency of Love, PEMF Therapy & Photobiomodulation Research on Reducing Hyper-Inflammation & Treating Core Features of Autism Dec 30, 2021

    On the last episode of The Red Light Report this year, I decided it would be fun to take a slight deviation and learn about therapies that involve healing frequencies other than light. I will discuss the healing benefits of sound, specifically 528Hz that is also known as the "frequency of love" and the "frequency of health and longevity." We will then turn our attention to pulsed electromagnetic therapy, better known as PEMF therapy, and the many benefits that can be derived from these frequencies; interestingly, PEMF therapy shares many similar attributes to those found with red light therapy. Lastly, we will dive into two pieces of photobiomodulation research: one article looking at PEMF and red light therapy for reducing the hyper-inflammation associated with COVID-19 and another article looking at how transcranial red light therapy can assist with treating the core features of autism spectrum disorder.

    I want to say thank you to every single one of you that listens to The Red Light Report. What started out as a spontaneous undertaking to help get the word out about red light therapy and the many benefits it possesses has turned into a passion project and a platform that has allowed me to share my and other experts' knowledge and experiences with red light therapy (along with the many topics within health, wellness and longevity) and also continuously disseminate the newest and best photobiomodulation research. My hope is that you find the podcast informational, thought-provoking and applicable.
    Even though there are countless ways to utilize red light therapy, I believe we are just beginning to harness the full potential it has to offer. I am excited to see what new research comes out in 2022 and you better believe I will be sharing that information with you all on the podcast.
    So I appreciate all of you for tuning in to the podcast and also for your patience as I grow as a podcast host and interviewer -- something I never planned on attempting before the beginning of this year, but has genuinely helped me grow as a person in many ways.
    To your health, wellness & longevity,
    Dr. Mike Belkowski - On this solosode, Dr. Mike Belkowski discusses the following:
    • Frequency-related gifts he traded during Christmas
    • Photobiomodulation research
    • Transcranial red light therapy and its effect on autism
    • Healing benefits from sound
    • DNA repair from 528 Hz
    • Other benefits and applications for 528 H sound
    • PEMF mats (Pulse Electromagnetic field mats)
    • The mitochondria and how they produce ATP
    • Optimizing your mitochondrial health
    • The top 8 benefits of PEMF therapy
    • How photobiomodulation can reduce inflammation
    • Photobiomodulation research and autism

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    Therapeutic application of light and electromagnetic fields to reduce hyper-inflammation triggered by COVID-19
    Transcranial Photobiomodulation in Adults with High-Functioning Autism Spectrum Disorder: Positive Findings from a Proof-of-Concept Study -

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    Anti-Aging Molecules, the Power of Infrared Light & the Amazing Properties of the Longevv Cremes w/ David Horinek Dec 23, 2021

    On this week's episode of The Red Light Report, I thought it would be fun to revisit the most popular episode of 2021! It was the fun conversation I had with the great intellect, David Horinek, where we dive into various aspect of anti-aging, longevity, infrared energy, light and water -- many of which he brilliantly incorporated into the numerous innovative products he created over the years. Equally exciting, David is the creator of the Longevv Revivv and Longevv Recovvr cremes that I had him develop to specifically harness the healing benefits of red and near-infrared light. I have David go into detail and explain the amazing benefits of each ingredient -- which on their own possess potent health & anti-aging characteristics for the skin -- and why he included them in the Longevv cremes.

    David is the founder and Chief Innovation officer at Hologenix that developed Celliant, a responsive infrared textile that transforms body heat into full-spectrum infrared energy and is clinically proven to increase local circulation and cellular oxygenation -- that means more energy, endurance, strength, stamina, comfort, quicker recovery, and better sleep. The world’s leading brands, such as Under Armour and Levi’s use Celliant, along with countless other textile companies -- from bedding to socks to underwear and more.

    David also co-developed a business to produce and distribute alkaline water: Designing a specific ratio of salt to water gives the water a higher pH (potential hydrogen) than tap water, which boosts hydration.


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    Dr. Mike Belkowski & David Horinek discuss the following:

    • How red light restored the eyesight of mice
    • BioSun and how he created sunlight in a bottle
    • How the human body actually gives off light and how the mitochondria plays a part
    • The Longevv Revīvv creme - how it helps you absorb red and near infrared light
    • How Miron VioletGlass is a revolutionary material in numerous products
    • The special ingredients that go into the Revīvv creme
    • BioLumin - the photodynamic amino acid
    • The Pulsar Technology and how its field prevents various ailments
    • Fibronectin - the holy grail of the anti aging world
    • Astaxanthin, why it’s useful and how it is 1000x stronger than vitamin E as an antioxidant
    • Benefits of turmeric and cupuacu butter
    • Copper peptides for anti-aging and how it perpetuates the production of stem cells
    • The history of carbon 60 and buckminsterfullerene and how it reduces oxidative stress
    • Carbon Bob

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    Celliant Products:

    • Bed Sheets
    • Comforter
    • Pillow
    • Pillow Cases
    • Mattress Pad
    • Men's Under Armour Shirt

    The Celestine Prophecy, by James Redfield

    Natural Action Bottle For Structuring Water

    BioAstin Astaxanthin

    Curaderm Natural Non-Invasive Medication for Skin Cancer book, by Dr. Bill Cham

    For further information, go to lowimpact.technology

    Celliant - Global Leader in Performance Textiles: https://celliant.com/

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    Red Light Therapy Research for Reducing Stress, Pre-conditioning Skin for Protection Against UV Rays & Eye Health Dec 16, 2021

    It's about time we did into some red light therapy research! This week's episode of The Red Light Report will be a solosode covering three pieces of photobiomodulation research: reducing stress with red light therapy (thoroughly combing through the BioLight study completed with Biostrap Labs), photoprotection against UV exposure (i.e. sunscreen via red light therapy) and how a single three-minute red light therapy treatment can significantly improve declining eyesight for an entire week!


    You will walk away from this episode with three new ways you can effectively utilize red light therapy: improving mental health, protecting your skin and improving eye health and eye sight.
    This episode digs into the science and is where new and novel red light therapy applications are uncovered. Enjoy! -

    On this solosode, Dr. Mike Belkowski discusses the following:

    • The Biostrap Labs research study
    • How data was collected for the study
    • Sympathetic vs parasympathetic nervous systems
    • How a 10-minute red light therapy session can significantly lower your stress and tap into your parasympathetic system
    • How red light therapy reduces musculoskeletal pain
    • How red light therapy reduces muscle soreness from working out
    • How Heart Rate Variability is a new sector in red light therapy research
    • Research for preconditioning your skin for UV exposure using light
    • How red light therapy can act as UV protection for your skin
    • Research about eye health
    • How three minutes of exposure to deep red light in the morning can improve declining eyesight
    - Citations: BioLight Red Light Therapy Reduces Stress Pre-conditioning Skin for Protection Against UV Exposure Improving Declining Eye Sight With Red Light Therapy To learn more about red light therapy and eye health, click here

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    Evidence-Based Biohacking Pt. 2: BioLight Study Results, Heart Rate Variability & Biometric Data w/ Kevin Longoria Dec 09, 2021

    In the second portion of this two-part episode on The Red Light Report, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Biostrap's Chief Science Officer, Kevin Longoria, where we take a deeper dive into biometrics, heart rate variability and the exciting results of the research study BioLight recently completed with Biostrap Labs. In the study, we ended up garnering different results than we initially hypothesized, but may have yielded results that are actually far more exciting and carry profound implications for your overall health -- especially considering the fast-paced, hectic world we live in today. Listen to this episode to find out what we discovered about BioLight panels and uncovered about red light therapy!

    Kevin is an expert in the field of Clinical Physiology with an emphasis in cardiopulmonary and nervous system-based approaches to optimizing health and athletic performance. Early in his career as Chief Science Officer for a progressive neuroscience company, Kevin led validation studies and developed and implemented nervous system-based training systems for various populations ranging from severely compromised health to corporate wellness initiatives and professional athletic organizations.
    Kevin’s passion for research and education has led to his role as an international public educator for health and fitness professionals. He has also been a physiological consultant for various progressive health technologies with applications in the field of proactive and integrative healthcare management.
    Kevin’s recent accomplishments include leading training camps for various World Champion combat athletes, such as UFC World Champion Henry Cejudo, being a keynote speaker at the 35th anniversary of the International Congress of Sports Medicine as well as developing various algorithms and secured patents for Muscle Optimization Modulation and a predictive algorithm development for respiratory illness including COVID-19. Kevin is also on a Scientific Advisory Board Member of the National Academy of Sports Medicine.
    Currently, Kevin is the Chief Science Officer of Biostrap, a digital health company that has evolved from being a consumer wearable into a comprehensive health monitoring platform with a mission to improve human health on a global scale.


    You are going to gain some great insight into how you can optimize your health with biometrics and also how a simple ten-minute treatment with BioLight can dramatically decrease your stress. Enjoy! - Dr. Mike Belkowski & Kevin Longoria discuss the following:
    • His background in health and wellness
    • How biometrics can play a role in day-to-day decision making for your health
    • Heart rate variability (HRV) and its importance and health implications
    • Parasympathetic vs sympathetic systems
    • Seasonal changes in HRV
    • Changes in HRV based on daylight savings
    • Stressors of daily life that affect biometrics and HRV the most
    • Recovery from daily stressors
    • How alcohol affects HRV
    • The research study Biolight did with Biostrap Labs
    • The interesting results of the aforementioned study
    • Where they would like to see more studies in terms of red light therapy
    • How consumers have to dig deep to find verified products

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    Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/C_IvOAiEFyI

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    Evidence-Based Biohacking Pt. 1: Critical Thinking, Combating Misinformation, & Wearables w/ Elias Arjan Dec 02, 2021

    I remember when I was first seeking a way for BioLight to somehow become involved in a scientific study and have our products validated by research. It didn't take long for my path to entangle with today's guest, Elias Arjan. At the time, Elias was overseeing an arm of Biostrap called Biostrap Labs, which he himself developed to help biohacking and wellness brands run their products through a valid research protocol -- utilizing the biometric data from Biostrap wearables -- to provide scientific evidence to support their own products. As you will learn from Elias, the biohacking landscape is tantamount to the wild wild west where there just isn't much regulation. Sound similar to the supplement industry?

    On today's episode of The Red Light Report, Elias talks in depth about his passion for evidence-based biohacking and how that would help combat misinformation and over-hyped marketing, ultimately empowering the consumer. He is also a bonafide expert in all things wearables and biometrics, so he shares his knowledge in these areas as well.

    Elias Arjan is is a business professional, health and wellness educator, and biohacker. As a serial entrepreneur, Elias has started his own businesses and worked in and consulted for Fortune 500 companies, startups, and nonprofits.
    Elias is ​​the CEO of Business Brain, a strategic consulting firm that serves brands in the health, fitness, and biotech industries. As the Executive Producer of Bioscience LA TV, he is working to connect the ecosystem of bioscience companies in LA county and beyond. Elias is also a sought-after educator/speaker on wearable technology, biometric science and wellness optimization; as well as the former Senior Vice President of Biostrap. He has been featured in LA Magazine, NBC’s California Live, LA Business Journal, and multiple podcasts. Elias works to optimize individuals and companies as a consultant and trainer and has been a leading proponent of evidence-based biohacking in Los Angeles and beyond. As the Executive Director of the Biohackers Collective, Elias is working in conjunction with organizers in 33+ cities worldwide to make Biohacking more accessible. Elias has been featured in international publications for his work in the health, technology, and biohacking sectors. Elias is a regular contributor to the International Sport Science Association (ISSA), guiding fitness professionals on how to best use wearable technology to improve outcomes for themselves and their clients.
    Get ready ​for Elias to enlighten you about the world of biohacking and help you become a more critical consumer. Enjoy!

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    Dr. Mike Belkowski & Elias Arjan discuss the following:
    • His background and how he became an educator in the biohacking world
    • Evidence-based biohacking and his vision for approaching validation
    • "Doing the science" and how you can validate claims made about your product
    • Combating misinformation
    • Placebo vs reality and anecdotal evidence for products
    • Wearable biometric devices and the differentiation between them
    • Sensors and how different types can dictate their accuracy in wearables
    • How red light penetrates 10x deeper then green light
    • Molecular sensing as the next phase of measuring biometrics
    • Taking initiative in controlling your own health
    • How to cut through the marketing and know what device to choose
    • How supplement labels might not always contain what they say
    • EMF and how the electromagnetic spectrum works
    • Biostrap labs and its origins in his own experimentation
    • Biohacks he currently employs

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    LinkedIn - Elias Arjan

    Instagram - @eliasarjan

    Websites: eliasarjan.com & Business Brain

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    Mineral Optimization for Exercise Recovery, Healing, & Optimal Health w/ Barton Scott Nov 18, 2021

    On this week's episode of The Red Light Report, I interview an individual I met in Miami last month at Biohacking Congress. Today's guest, Barton Scott, approached me after my presentation on red light therapy and we immediately hit it off. And not just because we were like-minded individuals attending a biohacking conference. It also helped that we are both passionate about helping others heal and thrive at the foundational level -- treating the root cause versus providing the metaphorical band-aid. Where I love to advocate and utilize light, Barton is an expert in and proponent of optimizing mineral levels. He has an intriguing story of how his health journey led him down a path that eventually led him to founding Upgraded Formulas, one of the most trusted companies for mineral supplementation. As we all know, it's an n = 1 game when it comes to personalized health, but I think Barton says it best: "Test, Don't Guess!"

    Barton is a biochemist, founder, nutritionist, and a researcher. For the last 6 years, Barton has been the founder and process developer behind Upgraded Formulas. Supplements at Upgraded Formulas are absorbed into the body’s cells quickly due to the particle size and proprietary stability mechanisms; they largely bypass digestion for an enhanced improvement in absorption over regular liquids, pills and powders, which means increased effectiveness for you despite smaller doses. Barton is passionate about helping people address the stressors of daily life: poor sleep, hormone issues, low energy, the toxicity of the modern world, the extreme lack of nutrients in our food and soil, and the nutrient absorption issues. Barton is one smart cookie and will broaden your knowledge in one of the most foundational pillars as it pertains to health​: minerals. Listen, learn and enjoy!

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    Dr. Mike Belkowski discusses with Barton about the following:

    • His health background story and how he came to develop Upgraded Formulas
    • Gatorade, Powerade, and real recovery
    • How he helped a triathlete stay in control during his race
    • Potassium and how only 2% of people get enough a day
    • Rebalancing minerals and how it affected him
    • Achieving an optimal existence
    • The hair test and how it’s accurate for detecting deficiencies
    • How to understand the results of hair tests
    • Global trends in terms of mineral deficiencies
    • Iodine and how Japan consumes way more
    • How minerals affect focus and which are needed for sleep
    • What prevents mineral absorption
    • His 11 day fast to heal some injuries
    • Modafonil
    • Red light therapy and his experience with it
    • Red light therapy and thyroid function
    - Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/5t45DEmPAkk

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    Go to his Website: UpgradedFormulas.com

    Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/upgradedformulas

    Instagram: @askbarton @upgradedformulas


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    Biohacking w/ Biological Dentistry, Nootropics & Psychedelics, Hydration & Mineral Balancing, & Avoiding Junk Light w/ Tim Gray Nov 11, 2021

    On this week's episode of The Red Light Report, we are keeping with the biohacking theme and staying on "the other side of the pond," with the UK's leading biohacker, Tim Gray. Tim has a seemingly typical story of someone that was stricken with health issues, turned to traditional medicine to no avail and, thus, sought out alternative, holistic solutions. But he didn't stop there -- not by a long shot. Because the biohacking scene was vitrually non-existent in London, or the UK altogether for that matter, he took it upon himself to introduce it to his country by putting together a biohacking conference. In a short period of time, the Health Optimisation Summit has become one of the most wildly popular biohacking conferences in the world! In this episode, you get to hear how Tim pulled that off along with other topics, such as biological dentistry, affirmations, nootropics, water, red light therapy and much, much more!

    Tim Gray, "The UK’s leading Biohacker", is the founder of the Health Optimisation Summit. As a psychology specialist, serial entrepreneur, and successful businessman, Tim founded and invested in multiple 7-figure businesses, including several digital marketing agencies and London’s first private Hyperbaric Oxygen Clinic.

    After years spent self-healing his body from chronic health conditions through biohacking alone, Tim embarked on a mission to educate and empower the masses. As such, he created The Health Optimisation Summit, Europe’s largest health conference, which aims to provide people with the knowledge, tools, and resources to take their own health and performance to the next level. The summit is a world-first collaboration between the US-based health titans: Bulletproof Biohacking Conference, and PaleoF(x), which showcases the best speakers from the health, biohacking, fitness, longevity, nutrition, and function and preventative medicine spaces. Tim is also the man behind the Biohacker London Meetup group, a growing global community which laid the foundation in the UK for the summit’s success.

    With his in-depth expertise and knack for curating high-calibre content, Tim successfully draws in the biggest names in the health optimisation arena to speak about the most cutting-edge health-enhancing techniques. Figures such as Dave Asprey, Dr Satchin Panda, Dr Gerald Pollack, Max Lugavere, and Dr. Mercola are just a few of the speakers that Tim continues to work closely with.

    Tim is passionate about optimising the brain and body to achieve mental clarity, stamina, and longevity, and lists Sleep, Dental & Oral Health, Gut & Digestion, Hydration & Mineral balancing, Nootropics, and Psychedelics as some of his favourite topics to speak about.

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    Dr. Mike Belkowski & Tim Gray discuss the following:

    • His background, journey into health, and how he founded the biohacking summit
    • His health optimization digital course
    • How everything leads back to nature
    • His biohacking daily routine
    • Finding your identity
    • Mercury teeth fillings and its negative health implications
    • Biological dentistry vs traditional
    • Nootropics and psychedelics
    • Microdosing
    • Modafinil
    • Quinton water
    • Deuterium-depleted water and its potential benefits with keeping the mitochondria unclogged
    • Blue light blockers and when/ how to use them
    • Red light therapy panels and how he uses them
    • How red light therapy heals
    • How we can only see 1% of the world around us
    - Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/fvIavZtiVG0

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    Instagram: @timbiohacker

    Facebook: @timbiohacker

    LinkedIn: Tim Gray

    Visit his website: Health Optimisation Summit

    Check out his course: Health Optimisation Digital

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    Dr. Mike Belkowski Speaks at Biohacking Congress: Mitochondria, Electrons, Redox Potential, & Photobiomodulation Research Nov 04, 2021

    Last month in Miami, I had the privilege of speaking to biohacking enthusiasts about red light therapy at Biohacking Congress. It was a fun challenge for me in terms of trying to divulge the red light therapy knowledge I accumulated over the years -- from countless books about light to hundreds of hours of reading the scientific research to attending photobiomodulation courses -- and distill it into a presentation under 40 minutes.
    Luckily for you, on this week's episode of The Red Light Report, you get to be a fly on the humid, sunny wall of downtown Miami, as I attempt to explain the proverbial nuts and bolts of how and why red light therapy works; and not just that, but how and why it can help with a seemingly endless list of health and wellness conditions. Does it get a little science-y? Yes, a little. But not enough to scare you off to another episode. Yet enough for you to truly grasp what red and near-infrared light does to you at the physiological level, as that is where the rubber meets the road in understanding why red light therapy is becoming wildly popular in the health, wellness, longevity and biohacking worlds. In the first half of my presentation, I go over keep concepts such as: mitochondria, bioenergetics, mitochondrial dysfunction, sunlight, mal-illumination, cytochrome c oxidase, electron transport chain, mitochondrial theory of aging and redox potential. In the second half of my talk, I go over a variety of photobiomodulation research articles to demonstrate and impress upon people the many ways in which red light therapy can heal and optimize one's health. My hope is that you come away from this episode with an enhanced understanding and respect for red light therapy and its limitless potential we are just now beginning to tap into. Please enjoy! - At Biohacking Congress in Miami, Dr. Mike Belkowski discusses the following:

    • His background, education, and approach to private practice
    • The potential of red light therapy to heal
    • The mitochondria and its role in energy production and disease
    • How we’ve been focusing on the nuclear genome and not the mitochondrial
    • How aging is just mitochondrial dysfunction
    • Light and sun exposure
    • Malillumination and its negative consequences to lifespan
    • Infrared saunas vs red light therapy
    • The Electron Transport Chain
    • How extra free radicals speeds up aging
    • Redox potential
    • Red light therapy research and benefits for eye, gut, and oral health
    • Red light therapy for pain
    • Red light therapy and exercise pre conditioning
    • Skin health
    • Sleep & circadian rhythm
    • Thyroid health
    • Things you can stack with red light therapy
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    Mastering the Biology of Resilience, Immunity & Longevity w/ Dr. Olli Sovijärvi Oct 28, 2021

    Sometimes you just need to recalibrate and get back to the basics; work on the fundamentals of health versus looking for the newest, coolest thing out there. There is a time and place for utilizing new adjuvants and pieces of technology to help optimize your well-being, but what is the point of adding more if your foundation isn't solid and resilient to begin with? That is what I admire about today's guest from Finland, Dr. Olli Sovijärvi. As someone who is deeply entrenched in the biohacking and technology world, he still advocates for - and instills in his daily routine - the (free) fundamentals of health, which almost all go back to nature or within one's self.

    On this week's episode of The Red Light Report, Dr. Sovijärvi discusses how anyone can become mentally and physically resilient, seasonal HRV, why he believes everyone should be implementing red light therapy into their health regimen and much more!

    Dr. Olli Sovijärvi is one of the pioneers of holistic medicine in Finland. At the beginning of his career, Dr. Sovijärvi worked as a medical duty officer at the Finnish Red Cross Blood Service. In 2006 he graduated from the University of Helsinki with a Licentiate degree in Medicine and became self-employed in 2008.

    In 2010–2011, Dr. Sovijärvi completed an Integral Theory degree at John F. Kennedy University, focusing on psychology and philosophy. For the first five years of his career as a physician, Dr Sovijärvi was employed by Finland’s first medical recruitment agency. The job description involved scheduled patient care as well as emergency care and being on call.

    He has worked at nearly 50 different clinics around Finland. His numerous media appearances, social media articles, and Finland’s first health podcast have expanded the general public’s awareness of what healthcare can be. Dr. Sovijärvi has also acted as a consultant to various companies and service providers operating in the fields of wellness and health technology.

    Between 2013–18, Dr. Sovijärvi practiced medicine at a private clinic that specializes in nutrition and holistic health care. The clinic employs physicians and nurses practicing holistic medicine. The clinic features the only trace-element laboratory in Finland.

    At present, Dr. Sovijärvi focuses primarily on the production of scientific content for preventive healthcare and wellbeing. He also runs training sessions and presentations on the topics of biohacking, performance optimization, nutritional issues, and maintaining the intestinal balance. In his free time he enjoys athletics, playing with his child, music, and good humor.

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    Dr. Mike Belkowski & Dr. Olli Sovijärvi discuss the following:

    • His background in health, wellness, and biohacking
    • The shift in people becoming proactive health advocates in their own wellness
    • The book he is currently working on - The Resilient Being: Master the Biology of Resliience, Immunity, and Longevity
    • Resilience and how people should be boosting it for their health and longevity
    • How you can boost your resilience with nature and technology
    • Grounding and its many benefits
    • How he tracks his biometrics
    • How to optimize your heart rate variability (HRV) and sleep score
    • Seasonal changes in our heart rate variability
    • Breathing techniques to optimize heart rate variability
    • Spiritual resilience and meditation
    • Red light therapy and how he uses it
    • Red light therapy distance, duration, exposure, and frequency
    • Testosterone and red light therapy
    • How he was healed by red light therapy
    • Enamel erosion and how red light therapy could mitigate it
    • Events he is doing and how you can keep up with him
    • Things you can do today to improve your resilience

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    - Check out Dr. Sovijärvi's books, courses, & products:

    Resilient Being Book: https://biohack.to/resilientbeing

    Shop.biohackercenter.com

    Biohackersummit.com

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    @ollisovijarvi & @biohackingbook

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    Detoxification Methods, Balancing Stress, Structured Water & Mitochondrial Health w/ Dr. Tim Jackson Oct 21, 2021

    It is always a treat when you cross paths with like-minded individuals and engage in stimulating conversations. Not for the sake of being inside an echo chamber with one another, but more so to learn and grow from divergent viewpoints within the same topic and garnering new information from each other. Dr. Tim Jackson is someone I could talk with for hours and hours given his expansive knowledge and expertise, especially in the areas I am most interested in as it relates to health and longevity: light, water and magnetism. On this week's episode of The Red Light Report, Dr. Jackson and I take a deep dive into these areas along with other topics, including detoxification methods, the impact of your tongue for breathing, mitochondrial health and more!

    Dr. Tim Jackson is a Doctor of Physical Therapy and Orthopedic Rehabilitation, and a Functional Medicine provider. He holds a B.S. Degree in Health Science and Chemistry from Wake Forest University. He serves clients in over 15 countries through his telehealth practice at www.healyourbody.org and has helped thousands over the last 8 years.
    Dr. Jackson is the creator of the “The Heal Your Hormones” bootcamp for neurosurgeon Dr. Jack Kruse’s membership community and has contributed to the book “Diagnostic Testing and Functional Medicine” by Ameer Rosic. He has been featured in The Huffington Post, the “Bulletproof Executive,” and “Ben Greenfield Fitness” podcasts on multiple health and medical summits, and in two health documentaries.
    He serves on the medical advisory board for WellnessMama.com, a site with several million annual visitors and for Your 2nd Half, a foundation that helps athletes with their career transitions. Dr. Jackson is available to comment on various functional medicine and wellness-related topics such as digestive health, energy and fatigue, autoimmune disorders, and mold toxicity. If you like geeking out on all things related to health, wellness and longevity, then you are going to love being a fly on the wall for this conversation. Enjoy! - Dr. Mike Belkowski & Dr. Tim Jackson discuss the following:
    • His journey into the medical world
    • The Heal your Hormones bootcamp, light, water, and magnetism
    • What sparked his excitement for mitochondria
    • How energy affects every system in the body
    • The various things that negatively affect the mitochondria and ways to combat them
    • The cell danger response (similar to fight or flight on the cellular level)
    • Free radicals and how they interact with mitochondria
    • Black mold and how people react differently to it
    • How to heal and detox from microtoxin symptoms
    • Detoxification methods he recommends on a prophylactic measure
    • Probiotics and its role in detoxification
    • Balancing our stress and how to better tap into our parasympathetic nervous system
    • Books he recommends - Six Foot Tiger, Three Foot Cage and Breath
    • How your tongue should be resting in your mouth
    • How the outside world is changing our anatomy and physiology
    • How the Kangen machine produces healthier, anti-inflammatory water
    • How our body’s acidity level affects our detoxification ability
    • H3O2 vs H20, Structured water, and what our cells actually use
    • Hydrogen tablets and its benefits
    • His experience with hyperbaric oxygen chambers
    • Does PH level in water get past the stomach acid?
    • Red light therapy and benefits he has seen with himself and patients
    • Things you can do to improve your mitochondrial health and longevity
    - Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/pWFVVWZhbCw - Learn more about Dr. Tim Jackson: Get 10% off an initial consultation with code DRMIKE: https://healyourbody.org

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    Improving Resilience, Different Types of Stress, Mitohormesis & Biohacking w/ Siim Land Oct 14, 2021

    Even at his young age, Siim Land is considered one of the most knowledgable biohackers. He has published multiple massive books on health, wellness, biohacking and how to become resilient to stress. On this week's episode of The Red Light Report, Siim divulges his expansive knowledge on various aspect of health -- from different types of stress to hormesis to anti-aging and longevity tips to intermittent fasting and more!


    Siim Land is a best-selling author, public speaker, high performance coach, content creator, and professional biohacker. He creates content about optimizing health, performance, longevity, and wellbeing with different biohacking techniques. The overall term he likes to use is Body Mind Empowerment which refers to physical as well as mental development.
    Siim Land is from Estonia and he has a degree in anthropology. Ever since college, he's been writing his blog www.siimland.com that includes articles and tutorials about intermittent fasting, ketogenic dieting, meditation, cold thermogenesis, taking saunas, self-discipline, morning routines, and everything related to becoming a high performing individual.
    At the moment, Siim Land is involved with writing books, doing public speaking, creating content on social media, working with coaching clients, running a podcast, and much more. Siim drops some profound health, wellness & biohacking knowledge on this podcast. You don't want to miss out!

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    Dr. Mike Belkowski & Siim discuss the following:

    • How he got into the realm of health, wellness, and longevity
    • His process for putting together information for the masses
    • Flow-state for productivity and how he gets himself into it
    • Obstructions to his flow-state
    • Good stress, bad stress, and the different types of responses to them
    • Your immune system and how it requires a “dirty” environment to keep it strong
    • Hormesis and the hormetic response
    • Mitohormesis and xenohormesis and why they are important for the mitochondria
    • Hormetic responses you can obtain through exercise for stress resilience and longevity
    • How the sauna reduces risk of the common flu and other infections
    • How to know when you need to recover from stress
    • His top strategies for anti-aging and longevity
    • Resistance training and its benefits for longevity
    • His window of eating with intermittent fasting
    • Red light therapy and his uses for athletic performance and pain
    • How he doses red light therapy
    • How he recommends red light therapy to his clients while coaching
    • What he’d say to someone on the fence about red light therapy
    • Things you can do today to improve your health, wellness, and longevity

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    Skincare Routines, Demystifying Botox, Is Sun Exposure Good? & Biohacking Sleep w/ Dr. Kay Durairaj Oct 07, 2021

    Considered one of the top plastic surgeons in the world, Dr. Kay Durairaj is equipped with some serious knowledge and expertise -- and not just when it comes to skin health and treatments. She is well-versed in (what is considered) alternative treatments, holistic health and biohacking. On this week's episode of The Red Light Report, Dr. Kay helps dispel the common misconceptions surrounding botox and neurotoxins and provides her personal skincare routine. We also trade notes on topics like sleep hygiene and circadian rhythm, intermittent fasting, mitochondrial health and more!

    Dr. Kay Durairaj is an internationally renowned facial plastic surgeon and head & neck surgeon. Dr. Kay completed her surgical training at UCLA and is a member of the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and American Board of Otolaryngology, Head, and Neck Surgery. She is Chairwoman of the Department of Ear, Nose, and Throat Surgery at Huntington Memorial Hospital, and she serves as an advisor to multiple aesthetic industry organizations.

    Dr. Kay specializes in faces, including surgery for eyelids, rhinoplasty, facelift, and neck lift. Her expertise is in Botox and neurotoxins, facial injectables and fillers, and she was voted one of the top 100 injectors in the country by her peers. On top of all of that, Dr. Kay has her own line of physician-grade skin care products called KD Skincare; her own podcast, The Beauty Bytes, and her own aesthetic course called Modern Aesthetic Theory.
    This was a fun conversation that covered a variety of health and wellness topics. I hope you enjoy learning from Dr. Kay as much as I did!

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    Dr. Mike Belkowski & Dr. Kay discuss the following:
    • Her journey to becoming an internationally renowned plastic surgeon
    • The treatments and work she does in LA
    • Misconceptions about botox and neurotoxins
    • Problems she is treating and methods she uses
    • CPAP machines and her experience with them
    • Sleep apnea and how she treats it
    • Sun exposure and how it really affects skin
    • Pre-conditioning of the skin for the sun
    • What she has learned about light in medical school
    • Red light therapy and how she uses it with patients
    • Waking up with the light
    • Switching from being a night person to a morning person
    • Sleep and circadian rhythm
    • Her daily skin care routine
    • Oral supplements she takes
    • Intermittent fasting and its benefits
    • Quinton water
    • Optimizing the mitochondria

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    Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/rBVduUHl8Fo - Follow her on social media: Instagram @beautybydrkay Check out her website: www.Beautybydrkay.com Listen to her podcast, The Beauty Bytes

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    Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy & Mitochondrial Health w/ Dr. Jason Sonners Sep 30, 2021

    Dr. Jason Sonners and I have traded notes off and on the past couple of years, but not necessarily about red light therapy. He is considered a top expert in hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) and I have been picking his brain about the best ways to use it both with my patients and for personal anti-aging reasons. On this week's episode of The Red Light Report, we take a deep dive into all things HBOT, mitochondrial health and, of course, red light therapy.

    Dr. Sonners has always been fascinated by the machinery of the human frame and strives to learn everything and anything he can that might help even one of his patients. Always working to integrate new knowledge and practical experience, in addition to his Doctor of Chiropractic, he earned his Diplomate of the Chiropractic Board of Clinical Nutrition (DCBCN) and his Diplomate of the International Board of Applied Kinesiology (DIBAK).


    Dr. Sonners is one of only 250 professionals in the world with this distinction. He is currently enrolled at the University of Miami School of Medicine earning his PhD in molecular biology with a concentration in regenerative medicine. Dr. Sonners utilizes his combined training in various modalities to create comprehensive programs and help patients achieve their health goals. His patients are dealing with, among other conditions, a variety of autoimmune and neurological conditions, allergies, autism and cancer. He combines Chiropractic, Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy, Nutrition, Exercise, Detoxification programs and more to naturally support patients and guide them through their health challenges.
    If you're interested in learning about a new tool that can boost your mitochondrial health, you are in for a treat!

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    Dr. Mike Belkowski & Dr. Jason Sonners discuss the following:
    • How he got into hyperbaric
    • How hyperbaric helped him finally feel his foot
    • How hyperbaric boosts the immune system
    • How elevation effects our oxygen levels
    • How hyperbaric increases oxygen absorption
    • Physiological benefits of HBOT
    • Atmospheric pressure, frequency of treatment, and how it affects treatment
    • The pressure and amount of oxygen used to treat inflammatory conditions
    • Anti-aging benefits for the mitochondria
    • How safe hyperbaric is and items you can take into the chamber
    • Conditions hyperbaric helps with
    • Gut health and microbiome as it relates to hyperbaric
    • Telomeres and how they affect lifespan
    • Things you can stack with hyperbaric
    • How hyperbaric helps diabetics require less insulin
    • Red light therapy and how it interacts with hyperbaric
    • How he personally uses hyperbaric and red light therapy

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    Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/zV8Mu2WObW4 - - Check out his book: Oxygen Under Pressure: Using Hyperbaric Oxygen to Restore Health, Reduce Inflammation, Reverse Aging and Revolutionize Health Care Find him on social media:

    Instagram - @hbotusa @drs_sonners

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    YouTube - @hbotusa @drs_sonners

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    www.hbotusa.com

    www.coretherapies.net

    For professionals, check out his certification courses: thehbotcourse.com Contact him via email: Drjasonsonners@hbotusa.com

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    Optimal Breath, Nasal Breathing & Why Carbon Dioxide is Beneficial w/ Patrick McKeown Sep 23, 2021

    On this week's episode of The Red Light Report, I had the honor of sitting down with someone that is considered the top breath expert in the world, Patrick McKeown. During our conversation, Patrick filled me in on the many amazing -- and, sadly, forgotten -- benefits of nasal breathing, how to properly breath, the negative impacts of mouth breathing, why carbon dioxide is actually beneficial and necessary to our physiology and so much more!

    Patrick McKeown was a chronic asthmatic for most of his life. When he applied the buteyko breathing method, he freed himself from his asthma condition. As a qualified Buteyko practitioner, he is now just one of a few Western experts accredited and authorised by Prof Konstantin Buteyko to teach this method. His three clinics – Asthma Care – are in Dublin, Galway, and Cork.
    International best-selling author of The Oxygen Advantage and creator and master instructor of the Oxygen Advantage technique, Patrick McKeown is widely regarded as one of the world’s leading breathing re-education experts.
    Whether you’re a weekend warrior or an Olympic athlete, Patrick’s methods provide a fast, simple, scientific and certain way to revolutionize your sports performance and improve your daily wellbeing and health.
    Over the past two decades, Patrick has trained thousands of people around the world to safely challenge their bodies and produce positive changes through breathing re-education. He teaches a new way to breathe, combined with specific exercises designed to improve blood chemistry. The result is an increase of oxygen flow to all the body’s systems, meaning greater endurance, strength and power.
    Patrick has also released two books this year: Atomic Focus and The Breathing Cure. - Dr. Mike Belkowski & Patrick discuss the following:
    • His history with breathing and how he became an expert in the area
    • How breathing techniques helped his asthma
    • Nasal breathing, its history, & its impact on your health
    • How lung capacity is an indicator of life expectancy
    • Mouth breathing and its negative health ramifications
    • The impact of breathing patterns on sleep and mental health
    • How mouth breathing is synonymous with emergency and fight or flight
    • How mouth breathing leads to brain developmental issues in children
    • How to be more aware of your breathing habits
    • A simple exercise that can improve your blood flow
    • How to optimize oxygen and carbon dioxide
    • Light, slow, and deep - the right way to breathe
    • How to optimize breathing for athletic training
    • Breathing exercises for kids
    • CPAP machines for sleep apnea
    • Improving air quality in your home

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    • The Breathing Cure / /

      Develop New Habits for a Healthier, Happier, and Longer Life

    • The Oxygen Advantage / /

      Simple, Scientifically Proven Breathing Techniques to Help You Become Healthier, Slimmer, Faster, and Fitter

    • Atomic Focus / /

      Harness the True Power of Your Brain, Develop Resilience Against Stress, and Get Focused with Simple Breathing Exercises to Change Your Mental and Physical State

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    Energy & Emotions, Frequency Therapy & Acupuncture vs. Dry Needling w/ Dr. Christopher Motley Sep 16, 2021

    When you're talking about energy and how it affects your emotions, it helps when you're listening and learning from someone that has a wealth of positive vibrations himself. And today's guest on The Red Light Report, Dr. Christopher Motley, has those vibrations in spades.
    Dr. Motley appreciates the art and science of both eastern and western medicine. To say that one form of medicine is better than the other can only create tension and disharmony. He believes sickness comes from tension and disharmony. Alignment, ease, and detachment create a space for healing. When all forms of healthcare can fall into alignment, in their proper place, the greatest healing for a patient can occur. A practitioner that believes he or she has the only answer to one person's health only creates unhealthy attachments and disharmony. Dr. Motley believes a healthcare practitioner should desire a space for healing as much as they want it for their patient.
    Like myself, Dr. Motley started his practice in a "hole in the wall" location, yet he was able to build up his clientele and establish himself as a healing expert with his alternative, holistic treatment techniques that includes Chinese medicine, frequency healing, acupuncture and red light therapy. We got into detail about he early health scares; how and why he decided to forge his unique path as a professional in the healthcare field; his unique and efficacious treatment techniques; his thoughts on energy, resonance, emotions, acupuncture/dry needling and so much more... Dr. Motley is an absolute joy to listen and learn from. I know you will enjoy this episode! - Dr. Mike Belkowski talks with Dr. Christopher Motley about the following:

    • Frequency therapy
    • Healing with frequencies of light
    • His history and how he got into clinical kinesiology, health scares he’s had, and how he has built up his practice
    • How frequency medicine with sound and light has an effect on your body
    • The difference between dry needling and acupuncture
    • How dry needling is superior to acupuncture for reducing pain
    • The nervous system and how needles interact with our body’s electricity
    • Energy, resonance, and how your emotions are effected by the electromagnetic spectrum
    • Chinese medicine and how the liver is associated with anger
    • How every organ has a different emotion
    • How your emotions can change your biochemistry
    • 5G and its correlation to your body’s energy
    • Red light therapy and his experience with it
    - Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/H9C_Kbjx7yQ - Find him on social media: Instagram @Doctormotley Facebook @Doctormotley Go to his website: doctormotley.com

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    Red Light Therapy for Women’s Health & Fat Loss Sep 09, 2021

    Do you want a FREE TICKET to BiohackingCongress, which takes place next month in Miami?!
    Simply listen to the beginning of this week's episode of The Red Light Report, to find out how you can easily secure a free virtual ticket to this event, which is packed full of health, wellness and longevity information from the top businesses and experts in the field.
    Also, in this episode I will discuss the major ways that red light therapy can help with a variety of women's health issues. Lastly, we will dissect a piece of photobiomodulation research that looks at fat loss and discuss the multiple theories of how red light therapy can actually reduce the amount of fat in your body.
    Interesting stuff this week... learn lots and enjoy!

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    Dr. Mike Belkowski discusses the following:

    • Breast cancer-related lymphedema, dysmenorrhea, and endometriosis
    • How red light therapy can reduce fat
    • How red light therapy may be a non-invasive way to reduce symptoms related to dysmenorrhea
    • How laser therapy using near-infrared light decreases pain
    • Research that shows the uses for red light therapy (see works cited)
    • Birthrate and how it is affected by red light therapy

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    Works Cited

    Thabet AAE, Alshehri MA. Effect of Pulsed High-Intensity Laser Therapy on Pain, Adhesions, and Quality of Life in Women Having Endometriosis: A Randomized Controlled Trial. Photomed Laser Surg. 2018;36(7):363-369. doi:10.1089/pho.2017.4419

    Shin YI, Kim NG, Park KJ, Kim DW, Hong GY, Shin BC. Skin adhesive low-level light therapy for dysmenorrhoea: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, pilot trial. Arch Gynecol Obstet. 2012;286(4):947-952. doi:10.1007/s00404-012-2380-9

    Ohshiro T. Personal Overview of the Application of LLLT in Severely Infertile Japanese Females. Laser Ther. 2012;21(2):97-103. doi:10.5978/islsm.12-OR-05

    Thabet, Ali Abd El-Monsif, and Mansour Abdullah Alshehri. “Effect of Pulsed High-Intensity Laser Therapy on Pain, Adhesions, and Quality of Life in Women Having Endometriosis: A Randomized Controlled Trial.” Photomedicine and laser surgery vol. 36,7 (2018): 363-369. doi:10.1089/pho.2017.4419

    Elnaggar RK. A Randomized, Controlled Trial on the Effectiveness of Photobiomodulation Therapy and Non-Contact Selective-Field Radiofrequency on Abdominal Adiposity in Adolescents With Obesity. Lasers Surg Med. 2020;52(9):873-881. doi:10.1002/lsm.23231

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    Ancestral Hacking, Biohacking for Women & Longevity w/ the Biohacker Babes Sep 02, 2021

    What is better than conversing and learning from one brilliant person? How about TWO exceptional minds! In this case, sisters that are deeply entrenched in the biohacking space and, along with that, possess intuitive and intelligent ideations for health, wellness and longevity.
    Renee Belz & Lauren Sambataro of the Biohacker Babes dropped their knowledge and expertise on this week's episode of The Red Light Report. We cover an array of topics, including (of course) biohacking, but also morning routines, ancestral hacking, biohacking for women, longevity, red light therapy and more!

    Lauren and Renee grew up in a health-driven family that prioritized the fundamentals of wellness and self-care. Their father, Gene Sambataro, The Original Biohacker and pioneer of Holistic Dentistry, taught them the importance of individualization and experimentation from a very young age. Coming together as health entrepreneurs, Renee a Certified Nutritional Consultant and Holistic Lifestyle Coach with a Master’s degree in Nutrition, and Lauren, a Broadway performer, Corrective Exercise specialist and Functional Health Coach, feel a strong passion and drive to not only share each of their journeys towards wellness, but their strategy and motivation to discover our unique bodies through the world of biohacking. Their podcast, the Biohacker Babes, aims to create insight into the body’s natural healing abilities, strengthen your intuition, and empower you with techniques and modalities to optimize your health and wellness.
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    Dr. Mike Belkowski & Lauren and Renee discuss the following:

    • How they initially got interested in biohacking and how they grew up in a “biohacking household”
    • Curiosity and its roots in biohacking
    • The process of finding underlying causes of bad health
    • Their morning self-care routines as biohackers
    • Their approach to water and hydration
    • Their favorite biohacks - Infrared saunas and cold showers
    • Top biohacks for 2021 - current and upcoming
    • Women’s health and how diets affect your cycle
    • Ancestral hacking and getting back to the basics
    • Technology and nutrition to improve longevity
    • Spermidine and its longevity benefits
    • Breathing techniques
    • Mobility and its importance for longevity
    • Red light therapy and how they personally use it
    • Connectedness and community and its importance for health and wellness

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    @Biohacker_Babes; FB: Biohacker Babes; IG: @ReneeBelz and @Lauren_Sambataro

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    Red Light Therapy vs. Cold Water Immersion, Melatonin & Photobiomodulation Research on Dentin Hypersensitivity & Orthodontic-related Pain Aug 26, 2021

    Dr. Mike Belkowski talks about the following:

    • Principles of red light therapy
    • Why red light therapy works for so many things
    • Improving sleep through melatonin from red light therapy
    • Quotes from Dr. Michael Hamblin regarding red light therapy
    • How to get the best results from red light panels
    • Melatonin and its role in protecting the mitochondria
    • Muscle recovery research on cold water immersion vs red light therapy (see works cited below)
    • How red light therapy reduces inflammation, improves circulation, and optimizes mitochondrial health
    • Pain reduction through red light therapy

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    Works Cited

    Leal Junior, Ernesto Cesar et al. “Comparison between cold water immersion therapy (CWIT) and light emitting diode therapy (LEDT) in short-term skeletal muscle recovery after high-intensity exercise in

    athletes--preliminary results.” Lasers in medical science vol. 26,4 (2011): 493-501. doi:10.1007/s10103-010-0866-x

    Bellal S, Feghali RE, Mehta A, Namachivayam A, Benedicenti S. Efficacy of near infrared dental lasers on dentinal hypersensitivity: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled clinical trials [published online ahead of print, 2021 Aug 3]. Lasers Med Sci. 2021;10.1007/s10103-021-03391-1. doi:10.1007/s10103-021-03391-1

    Zhi C, Guo Z, Wang T, et al. Viability of Photobiomodulation Therapy in Decreasing Orthodontic-Related Pain: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Photobiomodul Photomed Laser Surg. 2021;39(8):504-517. doi:10.1089/photob.2021.0035

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    True Hydration & Structured Water w/ Tracy Duhs Aug 19, 2021

    The importance of hydration to your daily health and wellness cannot be understated. But simply drinking water, even crystal clean water, is simply not enough. And while there may be more steps to take or things to consider to optimize your hydration routine, the implications for your wellbeing are monumental.
    Fortunately, I was able to have a fun, enlightening conversation with my dear friend, Tracy Duhs, on this week's episode of The Red Light Report. Not only is Tracy extremely knowledgable and an expert in the world of water, but she is one of the most positive and happy people you will cross paths with.

    When Tracy became a mother, her professional path took a personal turn. Her first child, Grace, was diagnosed with Hashimoto’s thyroid and alopecia universalis at the age of two. Emboldened by her daughter’s struggle, Tracy began her journey into into hydration education by pursuing a PhD in the field of biogenetics as well as shadowing doctors from all around the globe to learn their different approaches to disease. It was through these experiences that Tracy became passionate about hydration as she learned the power hydration has to transform overall health and wellness in all people.
    Today, Tracy works as a modern wellness advocate specializing in the restorative powers of intelligent hydration. She has parlayed her wealth of experience and knowledge into a multi-dimensional career in wellness advocacy and education, starting with her podcast, HYDRATE.
    Tracy frequently consults large corporations and hotels to help build and facilitate wellness experiences. She also serves as the Director of the International Brain Summit. Tracy is the founder the Sanctuary Wellness Experience in San Diego and co-founder of Hydrate at the Sanctuary.


    Enjoy listening and learning from one of my favorite spirits!

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    Dr. Mike Belkowski & Tracy discuss the following:

    • Her origin story and how they crossed paths in the health and wellness world
    • Why she is passionate about water in the realm of wellness
    • Her experience with water for indigenous people of Guatemala
    • What she has learned from Robert Slovak (“The father of reverse osmosis”) about hydration
    • Reverse osmosis and its benefits for water filtration
    • What Quinton is and where it comes from
    • You can get it at her website at graysonparker.com
    • How some water is more hydrating than others
    • How Quinton healed her grandmother’s open wound when nothing else would
    • Structured water, why it’s important, and how you can implement it into your life
    • Gerald Pollack and how he coined the phrase for phased water
    • The fourth phase of water in our cells and how it’s different from solid, liquid, and gas
    • “Uninformed water” and how our bodies treat different types of water
    • Deuterium-depleted water
    • How deuterium negatively affects mitochondria
    • Ways you can lower deuterium in your diet
    • The importance of light for our nutrition

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    Check out her podcast - HYDRATE Read her lifestyle and recipe book - HYDRATE Instagram @tracyduhs Go to her website - tracyduhs.com

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    Pre-conditioning w/ Red Light Therapy; Photobiomodulation Research on Eye Health, Pain, & Cognitive Health Aug 12, 2021

    In this episode, Dr. Mike Belkowski discusses the following:

    • Dual LED Technology and how it works
    • Pre-conditioning with red light therapy before exercise and how it protects the muscles
    • Research (see works cited below) - eye health, pain, and cognitive health/ Parkinson’s
    • How lasers and LEDs get comparable results
    • How LEDs can improve age related macular degeneration
    • How we can heal our eyes with the power of light
    • The many amazing potential benefits of red light therapy
    • Research photobiomodulation on your own - you can type “photobiomodulation and _” with any type of ailment you can think of

    Works Cited

    Low-level laser therapy improves vision in patients with age-related macular degeneration Ivandic, Boris T, and Tomislav Ivandic. Photomedicine and laser surgery vol. 26,3 (2008): 241-5. doi:10.1089/pho.2007.2132 Photobiomodulation as an Adjunctive Treatment to Physiotherapy for Reduction of Anterior Knee Pain in Combat Soldiers: A Prospective, Double-Blind, Randomized, Pragmatic, Sham-Controlled Trial Gavish, Lilach et al. Lasers in surgery and medicine, 10.1002/lsm.23442. 8 Jun. 2021, doi:10.1002/lsm.23442 Gender Differences of Dementia in Response to Intensive Self-Administered Transcranial and Intraocular Near-Infrared Stimulation Qi, Xiaoming et al. Cureus vol. 13,7 e16188. 5 Jul. 2021, doi:10.7759/cureus.16188

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    Mitochondria, Hormones, & Cortisol w/ Dr. Carrie Jones Aug 05, 2021

    Are you familiar with adrenal fatigue and how that can ruin your energy and motivation along with screwing with your hormone levels? It turns out that is actually a myth and adrenal fatigue does not exist! Dr. Carrie Jones, today's guest on The Red Light Report, explains why adrenal fatigue is misunderstood and clarifies what is actually going on with the adrenals and what we can do about. She is also a bonafide hormone expert and is obsessed with mitochondrial health, both topics of which are thoroughly discussed in this episode!
    Dr. Carrie Jones is a Naturopathic Physician who is board certified in Naturopathic Endocrinology (FABNE) with a Master's in Public Health (MPH) having over 15 years in the field of functional and integrative medicine. As former Adjunct Faculty for the National University of Natural Medicine (NUNM), she has taught courses in both Gynecology and Advanced Endocrinology.
    Dr. Jones has been the Medical Director for two large integrative clinics in Portland, Oregon and is currently the Medical Director for Precision Analytical Inc, creators of the most cutting edge hormone test on the market, the DUTCH Test. As a result, she has been honored to lecture all over the world on the topic of hormones and has had the privilege to consult with the premier health care practitioners on the hormone status of their patients.
    Understanding adrenal and sex hormones can be a complicated topic. So Dr. Jones has taken full advantage of her spunky and keen personality to create fun, educational content on her Instagram page - @dr.carriejones - where she nurtures a nonjudgemental environment and aims to educate and empower anyone wanting to learn.
    Enjoy listening and learning from one of the best! -

    Dr. Mike Belkowski and Dr. Carrie Jones discuss the following:

    • How she got into hormone therapy
    • The biggest culprits to hormone balance caused by modern technology
    • How the female body naturally prepares itself for fertility
    • Cortisol and its affect on our adrenal glands and our body
    • How mitochondria and cortisol interacts
    • Key indicators of an overabundance of cortisol
    • How we can control cortisol levels with our environment
    • How the system works to protect you
    • Her approach at assessing patients
    • Circadian rhythm and its importance to healthy cortisol and melatonin levels
    • Testosterone and how men produce it during sleep
    • Sleep deprivation and its short-term benefits vs long-term effects
    • Blue light blockers and changing your screen’s light
    • Biohacking and how it shouldn’t be a crutch to replace good habits
    • The keto diet, how it affects estrogen levels, and how it affects women vs men
    • The Mitochondria and its role in hormone production
    • Biogenesis and how our mitochondria fuse together and have evolved over time
    • How the mitochondria are environmental “sensors”
    • Red light therapy and the results she has seen from it
    • Research on red light therapy and pain reduction
    • Red light therapy recommendations for people on the fence
    • Daily habits you can do to improve your health, wellness, and longevity

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    Works cited:

    Skin adhesive low-level light therapy for dysmenorrhoea: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, pilot trial

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    www.dutchtest.com

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    Sleep, Hormones, Insights, Fuel, & Training w/ Angela Foster Jul 29, 2021

    You may be surprised at the number of health experts and influencers that have experienced scary, life-altering health events, which ultimately became the catalysts for their burgeoning passion in health and wellness. Today's guest on The Red Light Report, Angela Foster, dealt with not only one health scare, but several.

    Today, Angela is a Nutritional Therapist and Health & Performance Coach. She formerly worked as a partner in a large law firm and ended up leaving the world of corporate law after suffering burnout and recovering from a serious illness in 2014.
    These life events ultimately led her to develop a unique methodology to help high-achieving women S.H.I.F.T into high performance and succeed as the corporate athlete. As a mother of three young children, Angela has been on a mission to inspire and educate women on how to stay healthy and energized, while meeting the demands of combining a successful career with a vibrant and healthy family life.
    Angela is a regular speaker to large corporations in helping them optimize the health and wellness of their employees. Angela hosts the High Performance Health Podcast - a top rated podcast in Alternative Health. The Podcast has a highly engaged listenership who are looking for tips and hacks to optimize their health and performance in life and seek out products that are discussed on the show.

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    Dr. Mike Belkowski & Angela discuss the following:

    • The health ups and downs that led her to go down the path of alternative health
    • Daily routines and biohacks she does
    • Sunrise and sunset and how it affects her sleep patterns where she is located in the world
    • Shift methodology Sleep, hormones, insights, fuel, and training
    • How sleep is the foundation of functional wellness
    • How she utilizes melatonin
    • Lifestyle-centric approaches to wellness
    • Insights and how they play a big part in her approach to wellness
    • Easy health monitoring tools you can use at home
    • DNA tests and how they help pinpoint focus points for wellness
    • Fuel and how it includes more than food
    • Light and its daily impacts on our health
    • Training your mind, body, and spirit
    • Living an everyday fat-burning lifestyle
    • Red light therapy and how she incorporates it into her daily routine
    • Recovery and its integral role in exercise and red light therapy
    • What she would say to someone on the fence about red light therapy

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    Microneedling & Red Light Therapy for Skin Health w/ Jessica Clarke Jul 22, 2021

    One of the top reasons that people look into red light therapy, and ultimately invest in a device, is to reverse skin issues and/or anti-aging skin treatments. There is an abundance of robust scientific evidence to back the efficacy of red light therapy as an effective treatment for a myriad of skin issues. These improvements in the skin are accomplished by reducing inflammation, improving circulation, boosting cellular energy, and enhancing collagen and elastin production, amongst many other physiological benefits.
    Luckily, on this week's episode of The Red Light Report, you get to listen and learn from one smart cookie, as it relates to skin health and healthy skin care tactics and routines: Jessica Clarke.
    Growing up, Jessica was constantly battling skin heath issues, namely acne. This ultimately burgeoned into a passion for skin health and learning how to reverse, mitigate and prevent acne and acne scarring from becoming a common-day issue, both in adolescents and adults.
    Jessica has spent years educating herself about skin and loves sharing her knowledge with others. She is a licensed esthetician and certified acne specialist and holds certifications in dermaplaning treatments, microneedling, and also has extensive experience with chemical peels. Shortly after becoming a licensed esthetician, she opened up her own studio in Denver, Just Skin Den.
    Sit back, learn lots about skin health on this episode and, as always, enjoy! - Dr. Mike Belkowski & Jessica discuss the following:

    • Her background and how she got into her own practice
    • Her certifications in dermaplaning treatments, microneedling, and experience with chemical peel
    • How needles can augment skin health
    • How the needling treatments healed her acne scars and keeps her mom looking young
    • The biggest culprits we face when it comes to attaining healthy, glowing skin
    • The biggest myths with treating skin
    • Lifestyle changes she implements with clients to improve their skin health
    • Topical and oral supplements for skin health
    • Serums or creams she is a fan of for keeping healthy skin
    • Sunscreen and what to look out for in terms of chemicals
    • The sun’s effects on our skin and the proper time to use sunscreen
    • Esthetician school and what she learned about skin interaction with sunscreen
    • Astaxanthin and its benefits for skin health
    • What she learned about light for skin health in Esthetician school
    • How red light therapy is being integrated into the world of sports
    • Ways you can improve your skin health regimen

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    Oral Health & Red Light Therapy Jul 15, 2021

    Did you know that the oral cavity has the second largest and most diverse microbiota after the gut, harboring over 700 species of bacteria? The progression of health or regression toward disease is critically influenced by the microbiota. In addition to being the initiation point of digestion, the oral microbiome is crucial in maintaining both oral and systemic health. The oral microbiome rests within biofilms throughout the oral cavity and forms an ecosystem that maintains health in a state of homeostasis. However, particular imbalances in this state of equilibrium allow pathogens to develop and cause disease. This disruption of the oral microbiome leads to dysbiosis, which is an imbalance in the microbial community that is associated with a myriad of diseases -- most of which show up in various organs and systems throughout our entire body!
    In this episode, you will be learning about the multitude of negative downstream health effects of a dysbiotic oral cavity and why more of your health and wellness begins in your mouth than you may have previously thought. We will also go through the photobiomodulation research on oral health, where you will see that there are countless ways that red light therapy can help optimize your oral hygiene and oral "vigor." Lastly, you will hear about the newest piece of red light therapy technology that was developed specifically for the mouth and oral health.
    - Dr. Mike Belkowski talks about the following:

    • An innovative way to use red light therapy for oral health
    • How the oral biome impacts a multitude of health systems
    • How connected your oral health is to gut health
    • 70% or more of the immune system is located in the gut; however, immunity begins in the mouth
    • Cardiovascular health
    • A link between bacteria that causes both gum disease and Alzheimer's in the brain
    • The direct correlation between poor dental health, tooth pain, bleeding gums, and anxiety/ depression
    • The endocrine system
    • Obesity and its link to the oral microbiome
    • Nitric oxide production, how it supports the body’s natural repair processes, and how red light therapy helps with it
    • Diets that support the gut microbiome
    • More electrons = less inflammation; ways to get free electrons
    • Factors that affect the oral microbiome such as how you were born
    • Photobiomodulation research as it relates to oral health (see works cited below)
    • How the power of light reduces pain, improves quality of life, and improves functionality
    • Low level laser therapy (LLLT) and how it is an effective treatment for canker sores, oral health, and more
    • The Guardian - BioLight’s newest red light therapy product that improves oral health

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    The Guardian is the first red light therapy oral care device of its kind, with patent-pending technology that implements dual LEDs, giving you the healing power from both red and near-infrared (NIR) light! -

    To learn even more about how you can improve your health via your oral microbiome, check out The Dental Diet, by Dr. Steven Lin or Heal Your Oral Microbiome, by Cass Nelson-Dooley.

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    Pre-order The Guardian here! - Listen to the Dr. Kelly Blodgett episode on oral health here - Works Cited

    Cronshaw, Mark et al. “Photobiomodulation and Oral Mucositis: A Systematic Review.” Dentistry journal vol. 8,3 87. 5 Aug. 2020, doi:10.3390/dj8030087

    Uslu MÖ, Akgül S. Evaluation of the effects of photobiomodulation therapy and ozone applications after gingivectomy and gingivoplasty on postoperative pain and patients' oral health-related quality of life. Lasers Med Sci. 2020;35(7):1637-1647. doi:10.1007/s10103-020-03037-8

    Mikami, R., Mizutani, K., Sasaki, Y., Iwata, T., & Aoki, A. (2020). Patient-reported outcomes of laser-assisted pain control following non-surgical and surgical periodontal therapy: A systematic review and meta-analysis. PLoS One, 15(9) doi:http://dx.doi.org.weblib.lib.umt.edu:8080/10.1371/journal.pone.0238659

    Zhao, H., Hu, J. & Zhao, L. The effect of low-level laser therapy as an adjunct to periodontal surgery in the management of postoperative pain and wound healing: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Lasers Med Sci 36, 175–187 (2021). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10103-020-03072-5

    Hanna R, Dalvi S, Bensadoun RJ, Benedicenti S. Role of Photobiomodulation Therapy in Modulating Oxidative Stress in Temporomandibular Disorders. A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Human Randomised Controlled Trials. Antioxidants (Basel). 2021;10(7):1028. Published 2021 Jun 25. doi:10.3390/antiox10071028

    Zadik Y, Arany PR, Fregnani ER, et al. Systematic review of photobiomodulation for the management of oral mucositis in cancer patients and clinical practice guidelines. Support Care Cancer. 2019;27(10):3969-3983. doi:10.1007/s00520-019-04890-2

    Pesevska, S., Nakova, M., Ivanovski, K., Angelov, N., Kesic, L., Obradovic, R., … Nares, S. (2009). Dentinal hypersensitivity following scaling and root planing: comparison of low-level laser and topical fluoride treatment. Lasers in Medical Science, 25(5), 647–650. doi:10.1007/s10103-009-0685-0

    de-Melo, M. A. S., Passos, V. F., Alves, J. J., Barros, E. B., Santiago, S. L., & Rodrigues, L. K. A. (2010). The effect of diode laser irradiation on dentin as a preventive measure against dental erosion: an in vitro study. Lasers in Medical Science, 26(5), 615–621.doi:10.1007/s10103-010-0865-y

    Aggarwal H, Singh MP, Nahar P, Mathur H, Gv S. Efficacy of low-level laser therapy in treatment of recurrent aphthous ulcers - a sham controlled, split mouth follow up study. J Clin Diagn Res. 2014;8(2):218–221. doi:10.7860/JCDR/2014/7639.4064

    Imani, M., Golshah, A., SafariFaramani, R., & Sadeghi, M. (2018). Effect of Low-level Laser Therapy on Orthodontic Movement of Human Canine: a Systematic Review and Meta-analysis of Randomized Clinical Trials. Acta Informatica Medica, 26(2), 139. doi:10.5455/aim.2018.26.139-143

    Rios, A., He, J., Glickman, G. N., Spears, R., Schneiderman, E. D., & Honeyman, A. L. (2011). Evaluation of Photodynamic Therapy Using a Light-emitting Diode Lamp against Enterococcus faecalis in Extracted Human Teeth. Journal of Endodontics, 37(6), 856–859.doi:10.1016/j.joen.2011.03.014

    Basso, F. G., Oliveira, C. F., Fontana, A., Kurachi, C., Bagnato, V. S., Spolidório, D. M. P., … Costa, C. A. de S. (2011). In Vitro effect of low-level laser therapy on typical oral microbial biofilms. Brazilian Dental Journal, 22(6), 502–510. doi:10.1590/s0103-64402011000600011

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    The New Frontier of Light Therapy w/ Alain Dijkstra Jul 08, 2021

    I am especially delighted to bring you this week's episode of The Red Light Report, as today's guest has been thoroughly entrenched in the light therapy industry for over a decade and is a bonafide expert when it comes to all things red light therapy. So buckle up and get excited, as this podcast interview is ALL about red light therapy!


    Today's guest, Alain Dijkstra, is the CEO of Kaiyan Medical and an authority in the light therapy industry. Born in Holland, Alain moved to China when he was thirteen years old with an entrepreneurial mindset that he procured from his parents. Through a series of events -- which he details in the podcast -- Alain developed Kaiyan in his hotel room in 2009 and has grown it exponentially over the past decade-plus. Today, Kaiyan Medical has become one of the largest and most innovative producers and manufacturers of LED Therapy products worldwide.

    With over ten years of experience working in the medical device industry, Alain is well-equipped with the knowledge, research, insight, and vision to perpetuate the benefits of light therapy to the masses. A passionate biohacker, Alain hopes to continue to grow, innovate, and produce more high-quality products through Kaiyan Medical and, most importantly, help people optimize their health through the power of light.
    Needless to say, this episode is both intriguing and captivating, while providing you a better perspective on where red light therapy is now and its potential direction looking into the future! - Dr. Mike Belkowski and Alain discuss the following:
    • From humble beginnings in a hotel room to a global presence in red light therapy
    • His personal experience of why he got into light therapy
    • How his grandfather immediately benefitted from light therapy and what happened to his symptoms
    • His projects and what specifically they optimize in terms of health
    • If light therapy is safe for your eyes
    • Pulsated light vs continuous
    • How he handles skepticism and explains to people how red light therapy works
    • How he guides people towards trying light therapy
    • Myths surrounding red light therapy
    • Wearable devices and whether it’s possible to measure biometrics
    • How light therapy has an impact on the water in our body
    • Curiosity in the field regarding how light therapy affects the water in your body
    • How light therapy is still the “wild west” in terms of research for specific ailments
    • How we may see different benefits from different wavelengths
    • How we need to return to our roots - eat the foods we originally ate and get the light we originally got
    • There wouldn’t be a business for light therapy if there wasn’t a need
    • Their new device that measures and predicts light
    • How light therapy is just the beginning - it should be integrated into your lifestyle, not just with devices
    • How light penetrates your clothes
    • What he’s excited about for the future of light therapy

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    Learn more about Alain Dijkstra & his team and what they are up to: Kaiyanmedical.com LinkedIn: Alain Dijkstra IG: @kaiyan.medical IG: @clastres.design

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    Holistic Wellness: Optimizing Your Sleep, Nutrition, Testosterone, & Light w/ Dr. Tyler Jean Jul 01, 2021

    This week's guest on The Red Light Report is an absolute wealth of knowledge when it comes to holistic health and wellness and, on top of that, is an absolute positive, kindhearted human being.
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    Dr. Tyler Jean is ultimately passionate about educating others on the importance of food as medicine while inspiring them to embrace healthier lifestyles. He is a former Division I swimmer and a recovering perfectionist. Dr. Jean received his B.S. in Cell and Molecular Biology and just graduated (this past week -- congrats!) from his medical schooling and is now a Naturopathic Doctor.

    Dr. Jean embarked on his medical journey after becoming frustrated with the medical system and having his own share of health issues, including generalized anxiety, asthma, eczema, and ADHD. He found a lot of healing in food, so he originally started his Instagram account as a vegan recipe page during his 18-month journey as a vegan foodie. However, through trial and error he learned that the catabolic nature of a strict vegan diet ultimately became incompatible with his body and left him depleted and cachectic. After spending several years in both laboratory (neuroscience) and clinical research (type I diabetes), he decided to pursue a career in clinical care — one that took an integrative, holistic, and preventative approach to medicine.
    ​​Now freshly graduated, he gets to apply his experiences, knowledge and expertise to his patients in a clinical setting. Needless to say, patients that are lucky enough to be under the care of Dr. Jean are in profoundly compassionate and healing hands. -

    Dr. Mike Belkowski & Dr. Tyler Jean discuss the following:

    • His passion for educating others on the importance of food as medicine while inspiring them to embrace healthy lifestyles
    • How we can prevent disease through specific lifestyle changes
    • His experience with schooling and why he chose the allopathic model
    • His experience being in medical school during the pandemic
    • How much he learned about light in med school and its impact on health
    • His methods of assessing root causes of problems
    • The pillars of health we should focus on
    • Community, its importance and impact on our health, and how to better implement it in our lives
    • Optimizing your sleep, sleep environment, and circadian rhythm
    • Anecdotal experience of using red light therapy for patients and whether it stimulates or sedates them
    • Melatonin, the “melatonin hangover”, and his opinion on supplementing it
    • Structured water and how he makes his own
    • How you can structure your water via red and near-infrared light
    • How he initially learned about red light therapy
    • Photobiomodulation research that stands out to him the most
    • Testosterone and how red light therapy boosted his levels
    • What happens on the cellular level with red light therapy to boost testosterone
    • His upcoming 10-week course on Integrated and Holistic Nutrition
    • Things you can implement today to optimize your health, wellness, and longevity

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    Watch the YouTube video of this episode here: https://youtu.be/p8EIMJUUV5E

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    Find out more about him here: tylerjean.com Instagram: @functional.foods

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    Nutritional Psychiatry, Food For Mental Health & the Gut-Brain Axis w/ Dr. Uma Naidoo Jun 24, 2021

    Dr. Uma Naidoo has been described as the world’s first “triple threat” in the food and medicine space: a Harvard trained psychiatrist, Professional Chef graduating with her culinary school's most coveted award, and a trained Nutrition Specialist. Dr. Naidoo founded and directs the first hospital-based Nutritional Psychiatry Service in the United States. She has also been featured in Harvard Health Publishing, The Boston Globe, Martha Stewart, The Wall Street Journal, and so much more. Dr. Naidoo also released a national best-selling book last year called “This Is Your Brain on Food: An Indispensible Guide to the Surprising Foods that Fight Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, OCD, ADHD, and More.”

    Dr. Mike Belkowski discusses with Dr. Uma Naidoo about the following:

    • How coffee and green tea/mocha are different types of energy
    • Her journey into the holistic world and how she became the triple threat that she is today
    • The intro of her book “This is Your Brain on Food”
      • “Until we solve nutritional problems, no amount of medication and psychotherapy is going to be able to stem the tide of mental issues in our society.”
    • Statistics from how the pandemic affected our nutrition and mental health
    • How nutrition is intimately tied to your light environment in terms of your mental health
    • Calming foods and how we can implement them in our diet in times of stress and anxiety
    • How much of our mental health stems from the gut
    • How 90% of the body’s serotonin (mood regulator) is made in the digestive tract
    • Research related to photobiomodulation and its impact on gut health
    • Raw kale and its controversy surrounding it
    • Mindful eating and how it helps with digestion
    • How the right nutrition can counteract systemic inflammation and boost libido
    • Oxytocin and how it is key to high libido

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    Follow her on social media: @drumanaidoo Visit her website and find her newsletter, blogs, and get an update on what she is up to: umanaidoomd.com Read her book - This is Your Brain on Food Works Cited

    Liebert, Ann et al. “"Photobiomics": Can Light, Including Photobiomodulation, Alter the Microbiome?.” Photobiomodulation, photomedicine, and laser surgery vol. 37,11 (2019): 681-693. doi:10.1089/photob.2019.4628

    https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31596658/

    Chen, Qianqian et al. “Gut flora-targeted photobiomodulation therapy improves senile dementia in an Aß-induced Alzheimer's disease animal model.” Journal of photochemistry and photobiology. B, Biologyvol. 216 (2021): 112152. doi:10.1016/j.jphotobiol.2021.112152

    https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33610085/

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    Biohacking & Women's Health w/ Brittany Ford Jun 17, 2021

    Brittany Ford (aka Biohacking Brittany) is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist focusing on supporting gut, hormonal, and skin health through nutrition and biohacking. She works with clients online from all over the world and is currently based in Vancouver, B.C., Canada. She loves serving the world by sharing her health journey through social media, on her podcast Biohacking with Brittany, and clients one-on-one. She has been on a wild health journey for over 11 years, healing from Leaky Gut Syndrome, Candida, parasites, dysbiosis, and hormonal imbalances through various health modalities. Brittany has had a Top 15 Biohacking podcast in 2019 and 2020 and was voted a Top 27 Holistic Nutritionists to Follow in 2020.

    Dr. Mike Belkowski discusses with Brittany about the following:

    • What biohacking is and how she got into it
    • Her process of approaching new biohacking tools and verifying its legitimacy
    • Top biohacks for someone wanting to boost their energy and optimize their health
    • How Brittany benefits from the Oura ring for personal health awareness
    • Some of Brittany’s current favorite biohacking tools and what’s on the horizon
    • Brittany’s approach to nutrition and diets
    • How she wasn’t taught intermittent fasting in school while studying nutrition
    • What a dessert for Brittany looks like
    • How to optimize your diet while traveling
    • How micro plastics are found in peoples’ blood from drinking from plastic water bottles
    • Brittany’s experience with red light therapy and how it helped heal acne scars and wrist pain
    • Recommendations to optimize women’s health
    • Negative long-term side effects of birth control you may not be aware of
    • EMF and its negative ramifications on female reproduction
    • Her company Emfies and how her new women’s underwear product blocks EMF
    • Other ways Brittany recommends you can optimize your health

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    Watch the YouTube video of this episode here: https://youtu.be/KDdvQqDavXU

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    Recommendations from Brittany: Oura Ring -Tracking Sleep, HR, HRV Sensate - Vagus nerve stimulation Emfies​ - EMF-protecting underwear for females

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    https://biohackingbrittany.com/ Sign up for the Emfies waitlist today: https://biohackingbrittany.com/pages/emfies Find her on Instagram: @biohackingbrittany Check out her podcast: Biohacking with Brittany

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    Photobiomodulation Research on Dogs, Alzheimer‘s, & Oral Health; Red Light Therapy Principles & Dosing for Treatments Jun 10, 2021

    In this episode, Dr. Mike Belkowski discusses the following:

    • Photobiomodulation research and scientific articles
    • How our canine friends benefit from red light therapy in their joints
    • How it may be a useful tool for treating Alzheimer's due to its ability to reduce inflammatory response
    • The effect of photobiomodulation on oral health and how it reduces pain
    • The principles of red light therapy
    • The importance of near-infrared light and how it penetrates deeper to treat bones, ligaments, muscles, etc.
    • How red and near-infrared light stimulate energy production in the mitochondria and produce our overall health, wellness, and longevity
    • The correct doses needed for different types of red light therapy treatments
    • How the healthier you are, the less results you will see with red light therapy
    • A quick review of the mitochondria
    • Ailments that can arise from mitochondrial dysfunction
    • Red light therapy dosing and how to measure it

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    How Your Light Environment Dictates Your Health w/ Dr. Leland Stillman Jun 03, 2021

    Dr. Leland Stillman has become a wildly popular doctor thanks to his polarizing video he posted on social media last year where he takes a firm stance on COVID-19 and, more specifically, shares his thoughts on the vaccine and vaccination process. Needless to say, Dr. Stillman is a critical thinker that has his patients' health and best interests at heart, which is how he fortuitously stumbled upon the therapeutic healing benefits of light. He took it upon himself to study how our light environment can significantly impact our overall health so that he could further help his patients along their healing journey. Dr. Stillman majored in environmental health at Connecticut College, completed medical school at the University of Virginia and specialized in Internal Medicine at the Maine Medical Center and became board-certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He is the author in a handful of research publications as well. His mentors have included naturopaths, acupuncturists, chiropractors, and homeopaths, as well as medical doctors. Today, Dr. Stillman works with people all over the world, utilizing a systematic approach that addresses all aspects of diet, lifestyle, mindset, and environment that impacts your health.

    In this episode, Dr. Mike Belkowski discusses with Dr. Leland Stillman about the following:

    • His Instagram video that went viral
    • His thoughts on the COVID-19 vaccine
    • What he learned about light in medical school compared to what he knows now
    • Important reads he recommends about red light therapy
      • Epi-paleo RX - Dr. Jack Kruse
      • Health and Light - John Ott
      • Light: Medicine of the Future - Jacob Liberman
      • Red Light Therapy - Ari Whitten
      • The Influence of Ocular Light Perception on Metabolism in Man and in Animal - Fritz Hollwich
    • How your light environment impacts your health just as much as drinking and smoking can
    • How he analyzes his patients’ light environments and how he offers suggestions to optimize them
    • A quick synopsis of the balance protocol and how there are 6 basic factors that impact your environment
    • How and why he suggests heliotherapy - therapy from the sun
      • How it is crucial for optimal circadian rhythms
    • How a dim environment can lead to premature aging
    • How you can download a lux meter to your phone to see if you’re getting enough light
    • What to start with in the process of healing and the inter-connectedness of the body
    • Diseases that are linked to light deficiency
    • How the more sunlight you get = the longer you will live
    • How he helps his clients remineralize
    • How you can test the EMF emissions from devices around you
    • Buteyko breathing and its benefits

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    Recommendations from Dr. Leland Stillman:

    The Influence of Ocular Light Perception on Metabolism on Man and in Animal, by Fritz Hollwich

    Red Light Therapy, by Ari Whitten

    Epi-paleo Rx, by Jack Kruse

    Health and Light, by John Ott

    Light: Medicine of the Future, by Jacob Lieberman

    The Invisible Rainbow, by Arthur Firstenberg

    Anatomy of an Illness, by Norman Cousins

    The Biology of Belief, by Bruce Lipton

    Learn more about Dr. Leland Stillman, sign up for his newsletter, and get his uncensored opinion here:

    Stillmanmd.com

    Instagram: @stillmanmd

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    Optimizing Performance & Anti-aging Treatments w/ George Mathews May 27, 2021

    George Mathews is the owner and founder of Atlanta Men's Clinic. Their mission is to help men regain their lives by restoring their health and vitality to optimum levels. Atlanta Men’s Clinic is committed to helping men and women suffering from symptoms of low testosterone.

    Dr. Mike Belkowski and George Mathews discuss the following:

    • How and why he started Atlanta Men’s Clinic
    • How he found his niche in regenerative medicine
    • What his clinic offers for testosterone replacement therapy
    • How men lose testosterone and how to prevent it
    • Ailments that people come into the clinic with and what they want to see when they finish therapy
    • Anecdotal evidence of how red light therapy can boost testosterone levels
    • Other popular treatments the clinic does such as NAD therapy (clinically proven to reverse your biological clock and DNA damage) and stem cell therapy and how it can fix chronic ailments
    • How they treat addiction and how one man’s life was changed
    • How stem cell therapy has completely healed a torn shoulder
    • How stem cell IV made George personally feel like electricity was running through his body
    • New non-invasive technologies on the horizon for treatments

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    Watch the YouTube video of this episode here: https://youtu.be/zhz9vzO2oRQ

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    For more information on what George Mathews is up to, visit Atlantamensclinic.com

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    Thrive State w/ Dr. Kien Vuu May 20, 2021

    Dr. Kien Vuu is the founder of VuuMD Longevity and Performance Clinic, Assistant Professor of Health Sciences at UCLA, speaker, and author of the new release book, “Thrive State: Your Blueprint for Optimal Health, Longevity, and Peak Performance.” Fellowship in Anti-Aging, Metabolic, and Functional Medicine with the American Board of Anti-Aging and Regenerative Medicine. He has appeared in National TV and media outlets including The Doctors, Access Live, and TEDx. Dr. Vuu’s ultimate goal is to empower people and help them reclaim their healing power.

    In this episode, Dr. Mike Belkowski and Dr. Kien Vuu discuss the following:

    • His background
    • The difficulties of growing up as a poor Asian American immigrant
    • Thrive State - his book - is about us being in control of our health and genetics by how we live life
    • The anti-aging path he went down and his experience with the allopathic model of medicine
    • How you have control over your health, longevity, and genetics
    • The 7 bioenergetic elements - sleep, nutrition, movement, stress, mindset, relationships and community, and purpose
    • How the 7 elements can lead to you being your best self and reversing chronic disease
    • Bioenergetic medicine - how it is the study of the energy flow in living organisms
    • The role that sunlight plays in enhancing your sleep and normalizing your circadian rhythm
    • His experience with light therapy
    • His interesting finds while researching mitochondria
    • Some of the new and more novel anti aging/ longevity tools he has come across and is using
    • Things people can do today to start optimizing their health, longevity, and peak performance

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    Watch the YouTube video of this episode here: https://youtu.be/xl-9uEM4rpo

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    Recommendations from Dr. Kien Vuu: Thrive State: Your Blueprint for Optimal Health, Longevity, and Peak Performance, by Dr. Kien Vuu
    Super Genes, by Deepak Chopra
    The Wim Hof Method: Activate Your Full Human Potential, by Wim Hof Start with Why: How Great Leaders Inspire Everyone to Take Action, by Simon Sinek Think Like a Monk: Train Your Mind for Peace and Purpose Every Day, by Jay Shetty
    ​​ Viome Health Intelligence | Includes Gut Intelligence
    Get precise food recommendations based on your mitochondrial, immune system and gut microbiome health
    Viome at-Home Gut Microbiome Test
    Science Based Personalized Recommendations for Food, Prebiotics & Probiotics
    Lypo–Spheric Magnesium L–Threonate
    chiliPAD Cube 3.0 Cooling and Heating Mattress Pad - Individual Temperature Control, Great Sleep Enhancement, Wireless Remote Integration
    Mini Trampoline - Rebounder​
    MUSE S: The Brain Sensing Headband ​Overnight Sleep Tracker & Meditation Headset Device
    MUSE 2: The Brain Sensing Headband ​Meditation Tracker Multi Sensor Headset Device​

    Learn more about what Dr. Kien Vuu is doing here:

    https://kienvuu.com/

    Instagram: @kienvuumd

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    Holistic Living and a Journey to Self-Love w/ Troy Casey May 14, 2021

    In this episode, you get to listen and learn from a world renowned life coach and healer who has scoured the Earth searching for the most powerful health and healing methods. Some know him as the Certified Health Nut. Today’s guest is none other than Troy Casey.

    For the past 30 years, Troy has been his own lab rat in the studies of holistic health, nutrition, human optimization, longevity, anti-aging, and more. Troy also has a YouTube channel, where he’s armed over 5,700,000 people with knowledge of health and high consciousness.

    He devoted his life to restoring the planet from a young age. Troy even spent over 8 years living and working with the indigenous tribes in the Amazon rainforest, not only as a healer but also as a medicine hunter, utilizing some of the world’s most sacred plants. Troy has also studied Vipassana Meditation techniques, Ashtanga Yoga and more recently at the world famous CHEK Institute, working closely with Paul Chek.

    Troy has lectured and taught throughout the world, appearing on numerous television shows, news programs, international documentaries and in many books around the world.

    His vision for clean air, water, soil and equitable systems for all mankind in his lifetime drives his passionate work for personal and planetary wellness.

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    Watch the YouTube video of this episode here: https://youtu.be/82S6-Bo-cFk

    - Recommendations from Troy Casey: #RIPPEDAT50: A Journey to Self Love
    Redmond Clay - Bentonite Clay of 1000 Uses, Soothing Facial Mask Redmond Facial Mud, Hydrated Clay Peruvian Camu Camu Powder Organic Celtic Sea Salt Learn more about what Troy Casey is doing here:

    www.troycasey.com

    Instagram: @certifiedhealthnut

    Youtube: certifiedhealthnut

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    Anti-Aging & Longevity w/ David Horinek May 06, 2021

    Dr. Mike Belkowski has been working with David Horinek, an innovative serial entrepreneur and inventor, on a cream that enhances absorption of red and near infrared light. David has been working on red light projects since the late 90s. He created Celliant, one of the most well-known infrared fibers used by some of the biggest brands in the world like Under Armor and Levi. Its products have been covered by media companies such as The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and Forbes. Some of the topics discussed include:

    • How red light restored the eyesight of mice
    • BioSun and how he created sunlight in a bottle
    • How the human body actually gives off light and how the mitochondria plays a part
    • The Longevv Revīvv creme - how it helps you absorb red and near infrared light
    • How Miron VioletGlass is a revolutionary material in numerous products
    • The special ingredients that go into the Revīvv creme
    • BioLumin - the photodynamic amino acid
    • The Pulsar Technology and how its field prevents various ailments
    • Fibronectin - the holy grail of the anti aging world
    • Astaxanthin, why it’s useful and how it is 1000x stronger than vitamin E as an antioxidant
    • Benefits of turmeric and cupuacu butter
    • Copper peptides for anti-aging and how it perpetuates the production of stem cells
    • The history of carbon 60 and buckminsterfullerene and how it reduces oxidative stress
    • Carbon Bob

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    Watch the YouTube video of this episode here: https://youtu.be/M1_1jc5OzQw

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    David Horinek's recommendations:

    Celliant Products:

    • Bed Sheets
    • Comforter
    • Pillow
    • Pillow Cases
    • Mattress Pad
    • Men's Under Armour Shirt

    The Celestine Prophecy, by James Redfield

    Natural Action Bottle For Structuring Water

    BioAstin Astaxanthin

    Curaderm Natural Non-Invasive Medication for Skin Cancer book, by Dr. Bill Cham

    For further information, go to lowimpact.technology

    Celliant - Global Leader in Performance Textiles: https://celliant.com/

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    Light & Oral Health w/ Dr. Kelly Blodgett Apr 29, 2021

    Dr. Kelly J. Blodgett is redefining the modern dental experience. Over the past 20 years he has created a practice which is recognized as an international hotspot for Dental Tourism. He attracts those who seek a holistic and integrative biological approach to their oral health. Through his weekly Toxic Tuesday and Wellness Wednesday social media posts, Dr. Blodgett shares truths not commonly discussed in traditional dental settings. His post series illustrates his patients’ incredible journeys back to health along with providing best practices for predictable oral and systemic health.

    In this episode, Dr. Kelly Blodgett & Dr. Mike Belkowski discuss the following:

    • How holistic dentistry differs from biological dentistry
    • Success stories of his practice
    • How photon energy plays an integral part as a non-invasive screening tool
    • How he approaches root canals with lasers
    • The incredible environment and team he has built at his office
    • How to observe the connectedness of oral health with the overall health of the body

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    Watch the YouTube video of this episode here: https://youtu.be/kOlcEb6hMgI

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    Recommendations from Dr. Kelly Blodgett:

    Curing the Incurable: Vitamin C, Infectious Diseases, and Toxins, by Dr. Thomas Levy

    Gut, by Giulia Enders

    The Dental Diet, Dr. Steven Lin

    Contact Information:

    www.blodgettdentalcare.com/

    Instagram: blodgettdentalcare

    email: info@bdcpdx.com

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    Mitochondria, Pt. 2 Apr 23, 2021

    Dr. Mike Belkowski covers the fundamentals of the life of the mitochondria, the electron transport chain, how they kill themselves off, and how to best optimize your mitochondria.

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    Mitochondria, Pt. 1 Apr 15, 2021

    This important episode covers why the mitochondria is vital for our health, wellness, and longevity. If you're into the science and how things work, Dr. Mike Belkowski discusses three of the most important names in the world of the mitochondria: Dr. Doug Wallace, Dr. Jack Kruse, and Dr. Gerald Pollack.

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    We Need Our Light Apr 06, 2021

    Dr. Mike Belkowski dives deeper into the science and research of red light therapy, the health risks of mal-illumination, and how we should really be thinking about the mitochondria in our cells.

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    https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-red-light-report/id1558211577

    Red Light Therapy: Origins Mar 30, 2021

    In this episode, Dr. Mike Belkowski discusses the origins of light therapy, its fascinating history, and connects that history with the science of how it is beneficial.

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    Introduction to The Red Light Report Mar 22, 2021

    In this first episode, Dr. Mike Belkowski discusses his background, including his unique and holistic approach to physical therapy and how he became so immersed in the red light therapy industry. He describes what you can expect on the Red Light Report going forward and his purpose for bringing his photobiomodulation expertise to the masses.

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