{"id":14208,"date":"2025-05-15T16:28:53","date_gmt":"2025-05-15T09:28:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/loudhdtv.com\/?p=14208"},"modified":"2025-05-15T16:28:53","modified_gmt":"2025-05-15T09:28:53","slug":"ben-greenfields-weekly-roundup-may-9","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/loudhdtv.com\/?p=14208","title":{"rendered":"Ben Greenfield&#8217;s Weekly Roundup: May 9"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-3711241968723425\"\r\n     crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<p class=\"bgl-post-date\">May 15, 2025<\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"color: #1b1919; font-family: Karla, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 28px;\">Welcome to Ben Greenfield&#8217;s Weekly Roundup!<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><em>In this weekly post, I share with you my most interesting discoveries of the week, including the latest news on the fronts of fitness, nutrition, health, wellness, biohacking, and anti-aging research. I also recap my upcoming events and special announcements so you can keep up with opportunities to learn, giveaways, discounts, and more!<\/em><\/p>\n<hr\/>\n<h2>New Discoveries<\/h2>\n<h4><b>\ud83d\udeab Here&#8217;s What Happens to Your Brain When You Quit Your Phone Cold Turkey for 72 Hours <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\ud83d\udcf1\ud83e\udde0<\/span><\/b><\/h4>\n<p><strong>Say you decide to go phoneless for three days. No texts. No scrolling. No dopamine hits from those sweet notifications. Just you and your \u201cprimitive\u201d self. What happens next?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to a <\/span><\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/pii\/S0747563225000573\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Computers in Human Behavior<\/span><\/a><em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> study using fMRI brain scans, the results are wild. Your brain basically throws a neurochemical tantrum. We\u2019re talking about real, measurable shifts in activity in areas like the nucleus accumbens and anterior cingulate cortex\u2014two hotspots that also light up when you experience drug withdrawal and food cravings.<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<p><em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-276988 \" src=\"https:\/\/bengreenfieldlife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Untitled-design-14-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"wkru phone addiction\" width=\"323\" height=\"323\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bengreenfieldlife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Untitled-design-14-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/bengreenfieldlife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Untitled-design-14-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/bengreenfieldlife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Untitled-design-14-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/bengreenfieldlife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Untitled-design-14.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 323px) 100vw, 323px\"\/><\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here\u2019s the gist of what the study found:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\ud83d\udcf1 After 72 hours of no smartphone, participants\u2019 brains showed increased activation in reward and craving-related regions, especially those tied to dopamine and serotonin pathways.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\ud83e\udde0 The longer the \u201cphone fast\u201d lasted, the more the brain \u201ccraved\u201d the visual cues of a smartphone. Even just seeing a picture of a phone triggered participants&#8217; neural salivation.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\ud83e\uddf2 Regions of the brain responsible for attention, salience, and motor inhibition (like the parietal cortex) also lit up, kind of like your brain saying, \u201cWHERE IS MY PHONE?\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\ud83d\ude2c Despite all this neural activity, participants didn\u2019t <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">report <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">feeling more anxious or craving their phones\u2026 yet their brains told a different story.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What\u2019s fascinating about these findings is that these patterns mimic what you\u2019d see in other addictive behaviors, including gaming, smoking, or sugar binges. The researchers even found correlations with the same neurotransmitter systems involved in alcohol and heroin withdrawal, like dopamine D1 and 5-HT1b receptors. So yes, the struggle involved in ditching your phone can be very real and intense.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To sum it up, going without your smartphone for three days doesn\u2019t just \u201cfeel hard\u201d\u2014it has significant biological effects, including rewiring your brain\u2019s reward circuitry. Your noggin gets twitchy, your dopamine pathways get antsy, and the parts of your brain that usually help with inhibition and focus light up like Times Square.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;re trying to wean off your device dependency, don\u2019t expect your brain to be chill about it. It\u2019ll protest\u2014and most likely, loudly. But just like a tough workout, there\u2019s growth on the other side.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Want to test your own digital detox resilience? Try keeping your phone completely out of sight for 72 hours and see how your body, mood, and mind respond. Bonus points if you track your heart rate variability (HRV), sleep patterns, and cognition during the process, which will give you real-time feedback about how well you&#8217;re responding to phone withdrawal.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2714\ufe0f <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A higher HRV typically means your nervous system is more balanced and resilient. If your HRV improves after ditching your phone, it\u2019s a sign your body is moving out of a fight-or-flight state and into a more parasympathetic, rest-and-repair mode.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2714\ufe0f <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Constant screen time, especially late at night, wrecks melatonin production and suppresses deep sleep. Cut the phone, and you&#8217;re more likely to experience longer deep sleep cycles, fewer wakeups, and more REM sleep, translating into improved mental clarity and energy the next day.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2714\ufe0f<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Without the constant ping-ping-ping of notifications hijacking your attention, your focus should sharpen. You might notice better memory recall, deeper problem-solving, and an uptick in creative thinking. (Try journaling or testing your reaction time daily during the detox.)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Why put yourself through this process if you can even manage to pull it off? <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Because you\u2019re not just reclaiming your time but rewiring your brain, recalibrating your nervous system, and giving your biology a reset. It&#8217;s like a metabolic fast, but for your mind. And just like a good cold plunge or a tough interval session, the discomfort is where the transformation happens.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Not only that, but <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/39967678\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">another recent study<\/a><\/strong> that just came out a few days ago shows what happens when you turn your phone into a \u201cdumb phone.\u201d Research participants installed an application on their phone that blocked all forms of internet access while still allowing texts and calls to be sent and received.<em> After 2 to 4 weeks, they experienced boosted mental health, well-being, and attention.<\/em> Not surprising!<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Curious how constant phone use (and exposure to wifi and EMFs) might be rewiring your brain, and what you can do to break free from the digital leash? Check out these resources:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bengreenfieldlife.com\/podcast\/anjan-katta\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Is It Possible To Make Our Screens \u201cHealthier\u201d? The New Blue-Light, Flicker-Free Technology That May Change the Face Of Computing Forever, With Daylight Computer\u2019s Anjan Katta.<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bengreenfieldlife.com\/podcast\/katy-bowman-nutritiousmovement\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Why You Should Try Sleeping On The Floor, The \u201cFurniture-Free\u201d Home, Building A Better Butt, Smartphone Solutions &amp; More With Katy Bowman.<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bengreenfieldlife.com\/article\/lifestyle-articles\/healthy-home\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Invisible Force Within Your Home That Could Be Wreaking Havoc On Your Health (And What You Can Do About It TODAY).<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bengreenfieldlife.com\/article\/the-hidden-health-killer-nobody-is-talking-about-6-ways-to-protect-yourself-from-it\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Hidden Health Killer Nobody Is Talking About (&amp; 6 Ways To Protect Yourself From It).<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bengreenfieldlife.com\/podcast\/biohacking-podcasts\/is-5g-really-dangerous\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Is 5G Really That Dangerous, Plant-Based Diet Difficulties, Reversing Biological Age &amp; Much More!<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bengreenfieldlife.com\/article\/biohacking-articles\/digital-nootropic\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not All EMFs Are Bad: How To Use EMFs &amp; \u201cDigital Nootropics\u201d To Shape Your Electromagnetic Environment for Peak Health, Performance, Sleep, Energy &amp; More!<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bengreenfieldlife.com\/podcast\/lifestyle-podcasts\/building-biology\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hunting Down EMF In Your Office, Bedroom, Gym &amp; Beyond: Is Your Home\u2019s \u201cDirty Electricity\u201d Wrecking Your Sleep, Your Recovery, Your Health &amp; More? The Official Ben Greenfield &amp; Brian Hoyer Low-EMF Home How-To.<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bengreenfieldlife.com\/podcast\/biohacking-podcasts\/the-real-research-on-wifi-health-cell-phones-dirty-electricity-more\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Non-Tinfoil Guide to EMFs: How to Fix Our Stupid Use of Technology (&amp; The Real Research On WiFi Health, Cell Phones, Dirty Electricity &amp; More!).<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr\/>\n<h4><b style=\"font-size: 18px;\">\ud83d\udce2 This Week in Health &amp; Performance: What the Latest Research Says \ud83d\ude80<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\ud83d\udeb6\u200d\u2640\ufe0f<\/span><b>Fat Loss &amp; Cardio<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: A recent study confirms that <\/span><b>moderate-intensity cardio<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is plenty effective for fat loss in overweight and obese women, meaning there&#8217;s not necessarily any need to go all-out to see results (<\/span><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/39934629\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">study here<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\ud83d\udd34 <\/span><b>Red Light for Vision<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Just three minutes a day of red light therapy at 670 nm can help improve color vision and protect your eyes&#8217; mitochondria as you age. A low-intensity LED flashlight like<\/span><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/4iU4wvD\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">this one<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> may do the trick (<\/span><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nature.com\/articles\/s41598-021-02311-1\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">full study<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\ud83e\uddec <\/span><strong>Creatine vs. Cancer?<\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> In a cross-sectional study of nearly 26,000 people, those with higher creatine intake had lower odds of cancer, especially adults over 50 (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/39867555\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">read more<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\ud83c\udf3f <\/span><strong>Liver Support with Milk Thistle<\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>:<\/strong> Silymarin, the active compound in milk thistle, produced an impressive drop in liver enzymes in a recent study, pointing to strong liver-protective benefits, including among people with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease and liver fibrosis (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/39850184\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">full study here<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\ud83d\udccc <\/span><strong>Key Takeaway<\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>:<\/strong> Small daily habits\u2014like adding creatine, walking more, using red light, or sipping on silymarin\u2014can stack up to serious long-term benefits.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>\ud83d\udd17\u00a0Want to dive deeper?<\/strong>\u00a0Click the links above to explore the research, and\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.x.com\/bengreenfield\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">click here to follow me on X<\/a>\u00a0for all the latest health and performance news hot off the press! \ud83d\ude80<\/p>\n<hr\/>\n<h2><b>Product Of The Week<\/b><\/h2>\n<h4>::: <b>Drink Smarter, Better Days After Drinking With 15% off ZBiotics Pre-Alcohol Probiotic Drink \ud83e\udd43<\/b><b>\u00a0<\/b>:::<\/h4>\n<p><strong>If you\u2019ve ever enjoyed a glass (or two) of wine, mezcal, or a beautifully crafted negroni, only to wake up the next day feeling like you got hit by a truck, you\u2019re not alone.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Instead of just \u201ctoughing it out,\u201d I\u2019ve found a smarter way to enjoy the evening without wrecking the next day.<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<p><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"http:\/\/bengreenfieldlife.com\/zbioticsnewsletter\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ZBiotics Pre-Alcohol<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a genetically engineered probiotic designed to break down acetaldehyde, the nasty byproduct of alcohol that\u2019s largely responsible for making you feel like garbage the morning after. This isn\u2019t your average probiotic, but a science-backed, <a href=\"https:\/\/zbiotics.com\/pages\/how-it-works\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">peer-reviewed solution<\/a> for something we all dread: a rough next day.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I use ZBiotics Pre-Alcohol regularly when I know I\u2019ll be raising a glass. Just slam one of these little shots before your first drink, and boom\u2014you\u2019re giving your body the tools it needs to handle alcohol like a biohacker, not a frat boy.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What\u2019s the difference in how you\u2019ll feel after a night out with ZBiotics on your side? It\u2019s noticeable. If you\u2019re like me, you\u2019ll wake up more clear-headed and ready to crush your morning workout, sauna session, hike with the kids, or whatever\u2019s on deck that day.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So next time you plan to imbibe, don\u2019t leave your recovery to chance. Pre-load with ZBiotics and turn your night out into something your body can actually thank you for.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/bengreenfieldlife.com\/zbioticsnewsletter\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\"><b>Use code BENG here to get 15% off your first ZBiotics Pre-Alcohol order.<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">By the way, ZBiotics is backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, so if it doesn\u2019t work for you, no harm, no foul.<\/span><\/p>\n<hr\/>\n<h4><b>Social Media Designed for Better Health, Clean Living, and Real Community\u2014Download the App for FREE Today!<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><b>Considering cutting back on social media or doing a digital detox\u2014but craving expert-backed health tips, cutting-edge wellness hacks, and a community that gets it?\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep reading\u2026<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For the last two years, my best friend Caleb Applegate and I have been working behind the scenes to create <a href=\"https:\/\/www.golifenetwork.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">LIFE Network<\/a>\u2014<\/span><b>the world\u2019s first expert-led social network designed to transform your health and wellness (it\u2019s completely FREE to join).\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.golifenetwork.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><strong>And now, you can download the LIFE Network app here!<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We made LIFE Network for people like you\u2014health seekers, biohackers, and wellness-minded individuals\u2014to gather in community and motivate each other to live healthy, happy lives.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With your free membership, you\u2019ll receive access to:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Personalized content tailored to your health goals<\/span><\/i><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A supportive, wellness-focused community<\/span><\/i><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tools to create, post, and share health content<\/span><\/i><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Open, unfiltered \u201cpublic square\u201d discussions<\/span><\/i><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Expert-vetted product recommendations<\/span><\/i><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Daily tips and community-driven challenges<\/span><\/i><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now you can even tap into Ask Ben\u2014LIFE Network\u2019s powerful built-in AI tool that simulates a call or text session with yours truly. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether you&#8217;re seeking supplement advice, training tips, or want access to my podcast archives, articles, or product picks, Ask Ben is like having my brain in your pocket. 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Get Ready to *Optimize* Your Body, Mind, and Spirit! \ud83d\udcda\ud83d\udcaa<\/b><\/p>\n<p><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-272366 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/bengreenfieldlife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Screenshot-2024-10-29-at-10.52.13\u202fAM-233x300.png\" alt=\"Boundless Revised\" width=\"272\" height=\"350\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bengreenfieldlife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Screenshot-2024-10-29-at-10.52.13\u202fAM-233x300.png 233w, https:\/\/bengreenfieldlife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Screenshot-2024-10-29-at-10.52.13\u202fAM.png 564w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 272px) 100vw, 272px\"\/><\/strong><strong>Over the last year, I&#8217;ve been working tirelessly on something that I&#8217;m thrilled to finally share: the <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/4iXQv0A\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">brand-new, updated version of my best-seller, <\/a><em><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/4iXQv0A\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Boundless<\/a>, which is finally available!<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><em>Like a cookbook for the human blueprint, the revised and updated edition of <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/4iXQv0A\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><span class=\"a-text-italic\">Boundless<\/span><\/a> gives you a zero-guesswork guide to bec<\/em><em>oming a complete expert in what makes your brain tick, your body work, your spirit happy, and your life fulfilled. <\/em><\/p>\n<p>You can flip to *any* chapter and discover the most up-to-date, research-proven, trench-tested techniques to build muscle, burn fat, balance hormones, live longer, sleep better, have mind-blowing sex, and much, much more!<\/p>\n<p>A few of the key topics that the latest version of <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/4iXQv0A\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><em>Boundless<\/em><\/a> explores are:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><em>Strategies to optimize mitochondrial density and biogenesis for peak energy and metabolic health.<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>New methods to stimulate the vagus nerve for stress reduction, sleep quality, and higher heart rate variability using light, sound, and electrical interventions.<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>Updated techniques for restoring circadian balance, combating jet lag, and maximizing sleep, naps, and meditation.<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>Insights on the effects of electromagnetic frequencies on the brain and body, with tips on modifying devices for better shielding.<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>The latest on addressing chronic infections, detoxifying from mold, and enhancing gut function with cutting-edge testing and treatments.<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>New supplements, biohacks, and protocols based on recent longevity science, including age-reversal insights.<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>Fresh routines and injury recovery tools, plus minimalist moves to burn fat throughout the day without gym reliance.<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If you&#8217;re ready to go beyond the quick fixes and reclaim control over your vitality, this is your chance. Packed with insights on everything from breathwork to cold therapy and the latest anti-aging techniques, <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/4iXQv0A\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><em>Boundless<\/em><\/a> will help you build a balanced, sustainable approach to lifelong health. I can&#8217;t wait for you to experience everything this guide has to offer!<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;re ready to uncover a treasure trove of the latest science-backed strategies for improving every aspect of your mind, body, and spirit, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/4iXQv0A\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">click here to grab your copy of the newly launched <em>Boundless<\/em><\/a><\/strong>.<\/span><\/p>\n<hr\/>\n<h4><strong style=\"font-size: 24px;\">Podcasts I Recorded This Week: <\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/bengreenfieldlife.com\/podcast\/stephanie-venn-watson\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-276980\" src=\"https:\/\/bengreenfieldlife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Step-Venn-Watson-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bengreenfieldlife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Step-Venn-Watson-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/bengreenfieldlife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Step-Venn-Watson-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/bengreenfieldlife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Step-Venn-Watson-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/bengreenfieldlife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Step-Venn-Watson-1536x1536.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/bengreenfieldlife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Step-Venn-Watson-2048x2048.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\"\/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/bengreenfieldlife.com\/podcast\/stephanie-venn-watson\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Could This Controversial, Newly Discovered \u201cDolphin Drug\u201d Be A *Missing Key* To Longevity? The C15:0 Story, With Dr. Stephanie Venn-Watson<br \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"c-link\" href=\"https:\/\/peluva.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-stringify-link=\"https:\/\/peluva.com\/\" data-sk=\"tooltip_parent\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Peluva<\/a> <em>(code BEN)<\/em>,\u00a0<a class=\"c-link\" href=\"https:\/\/getsuperteeth.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-stringify-link=\"https:\/\/getsuperteeth.com\/\" data-sk=\"tooltip_parent\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">SuperTeeth <\/a><em>(code BENGREENFIELD)<\/em>, <a class=\"c-link\" href=\"https:\/\/bioptimizers.com\/ben\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-stringify-link=\"https:\/\/bioptimizers.com\/ben\" data-sk=\"tooltip_parent\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">BIOptimizers MassZymes<\/a> <em>(code BEN10)<\/em>,\u00a0<a class=\"c-link\" href=\"http:\/\/jaspr.co\/ben\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-stringify-link=\"http:\/\/jaspr.co\/ben\" data-sk=\"tooltip_parent\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Jaspr<\/a> <em>(code BEN)<\/em>,\u00a0<a class=\"c-link\" href=\"https:\/\/bengreenfieldlife.com\/mosh\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-stringify-link=\"https:\/\/bengreenfieldlife.com\/mosh\" data-sk=\"tooltip_parent\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">MOSH<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/bengreenfieldlife.com\/podcast\/nick-green-thrive-market\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-276981\" src=\"https:\/\/bengreenfieldlife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Nick-Green-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bengreenfieldlife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Nick-Green-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/bengreenfieldlife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Nick-Green-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/bengreenfieldlife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Nick-Green-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/bengreenfieldlife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Nick-Green-1536x1536.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/bengreenfieldlife.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Nick-Green-2048x2048.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\"\/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/bengreenfieldlife.com\/podcast\/nick-green-thrive-market\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">600+ Questionable Ingredients In Your \u201cHealthy\u201d Packaged Products? Is Beef Tallow Actually Safe (Surprising Answer!) &amp; How To Save Money On Good Groceries, With Thrive Market\u2019s Nick Green.<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><a class=\"c-link\" href=\"http:\/\/ketone.com\/BENG\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-stringify-link=\"http:\/\/ketone.com\/BENG\" data-sk=\"tooltip_parent\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Ketone-IQ, <\/a><a class=\"c-link\" href=\"http:\/\/quantumupgrade.io\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-stringify-link=\"http:\/\/quantumupgrade.io\/\" data-sk=\"tooltip_parent\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Quantum Upgrade<\/a> <em>(code BEN15)<\/em><a class=\"c-link\" href=\"http:\/\/quantumupgrade.io\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-stringify-link=\"http:\/\/quantumupgrade.io\/\" data-sk=\"tooltip_parent\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">, <\/a><a class=\"c-link\" href=\"https:\/\/bengreenfieldlife.com\/beamminerals\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-stringify-link=\"https:\/\/bengreenfieldlife.com\/beamminerals\" data-sk=\"tooltip_parent\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">BEAM Minerals<\/a> <em>(code BEN)<\/em><a class=\"c-link\" href=\"https:\/\/bengreenfieldlife.com\/beamminerals\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-stringify-link=\"https:\/\/bengreenfieldlife.com\/beamminerals\" data-sk=\"tooltip_parent\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">, <\/a><a class=\"c-link\" href=\"http:\/\/calroy.com\/ben\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-stringify-link=\"http:\/\/calroy.com\/ben\" data-sk=\"tooltip_parent\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Calroy<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<hr\/>\n<h2>The Latest Content I Was Featured On This Week:<\/h2>\n<p class=\"style-scope ytd-watch-metadata\"><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=ZTL4GXQJkyU\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">\u201cThe Top 3 Daily Supplements For Maximum Fat Loss &amp; Muscle Gain\u201d \u2014 Angelo Keely<\/a> (Note: While I&#8217;m not featured in this episode, it&#8217;s worth a watch)<\/p>\n<p><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/menshealth.com.au\/red-light-therapy-benefits-risks-effectiveness-safety\/\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><em>Men&#8217;s Health Australia<\/em>: <\/span><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/menshealth.com.au\/red-light-therapy-benefits-risks-effectiveness-safety\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Red Light Therapy Legit?<\/a><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p><script>\n!function(f,b,e,v,n,t,s)\n{if(f.fbq)return;n=f.fbq=function(){n.callMethod?\nn.callMethod.apply(n,arguments):n.queue.push(arguments)};\nif(!f._fbq)f._fbq=n;n.push=n;n.loaded=!0;n.version='2.0';\nn.queue=[];t=b.createElement(e);t.async=!0;\nt.src=v;s=b.getElementsByTagName(e)[0];\ns.parentNode.insertBefore(t,s)}(window,document,'script',\n'https:\/\/connect.facebook.net\/en_US\/fbevents.js');\n fbq('init', '331499753980975'); \nfbq('track', 'PageView');\nfbq('track', 'Lead');\n<\/script><script async defer crossorigin=\"anonymous\" src=\"https:\/\/connect.facebook.net\/en_US\/sdk.js#xfbml=1&#038;version=v8.0&#038;appId=700954607523106&#038;autoLogAppEvents=1\" nonce=\"rGHVguCc\"><\/script><br \/>\n<br \/><script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-3711241968723425\"\r\n     crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><br \/>\n<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/bengreenfieldlife.com\/article\/wkru5-9-5-15\/\">Source link <\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>May 15, 2025 Welcome to Ben Greenfield&#8217;s Weekly Roundup! 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