Biohack Like a Woman – Aggie Lal

Dave Asprey

Jan 18, 2024

Episode description

Today, we're learning how to Biohack like a Woman. And trust me, it's not about counting calories or giving up your favorite foods; it's a whole new paradigm. I'm thrilled to introduce you to our incredible guest today, someone I've had the privilege of working with for several years—Aggie Lal aka Biohacking Bestie.

Aggie is not your average biohacker; she's a public figure, bestselling author, health coach and a TEDx Speaker. She's been featured on TV and started the renowned Travel her Shoes blog over a decade ago, eventually leading her down the path of biohacking after realizing the toll constant travel can take on your health.

Aggie's journey has led her to establish the Higher Self Academy, where she offers courses to help individuals, especially women, personalize their biohacking journeys. She's also the host of the Biohacking Bestie podcast—make sure to check out our recent conversation on her show.

I love the work Aggie’s doing so much, that I even wrote the foreword for her groundbreaking new book, Biohack Like a Woman, which is all about revolutionizing weight loss and biohacking specifically tailored for women.

In today's episode, we delve into topics like fertility, understanding perimenopause, and exploring distinct biohacking recommendations for men and women. Aggie and I discuss why women must honor their cycle when trying new practices and the common challenges women face when under-eating calories and exercising. Plus, Aggie shares her valuable nutritional advice for women, including protein intake per meal.

(00:02:01) Aggie’s Mission To Empower Women Through Biohacking

(00:10:46) Addressing Stress Response Capacity & The Importance of Rest & Recovery

(00:21:12) Biohacking Your Cycle, Fertility & Birth Control

(00:34:55) Nourishing Women: Understanding the Impact of Caloric Deficiency & Exercise

(00:44:53) Embracing New Relationship Dynamics & Women’s Innate Power

(00:54:24) How Biohacking Is Disrupting Mainstream Medicine

(00:59:21) Nutritional Recommendations for Women

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Resources

Dave Asprey’s NEW Book ‘Smarter Not Harder’ is out now: https://daveasprey.com/books

Read: Biohack Like a Woman

Biohacking Bestie: biohackingbestie.com

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Mindsip insights from this episode:

Monitor menstrual cycle as a vital sign for health feedback

A woman's menstrual cycle is considered a fifth vital sign, providing direct feedback that if your period is late or painful, your diet and lifestyle are not working for you.

#health

#menstrual-cycle

Recognize stress signals in women's bodies sooner than men's

A woman's body will show signs of being over-stressed from things like fasting or intense training within four to six weeks, much sooner than a man's body.

#stress

#women

Incorporate organ meats to support fertility

Eating organ meats, specifically beef liver, is a critical and often overlooked dietary practice for women who want to maintain their fertility.

#fertility

#nutrition

Limit high-oxalate foods to prevent pain conditions

High-oxalate foods like spinach and almonds can cause oxalate crystals to form in the body, leading to conditions like interstitial cystitis and vulvodynia in some women.

#oxalate

#pain

Rethink deodorant use to embrace natural body signals

If you are healthy, your body odor should not be unpleasant, and using deodorant masks a key biofeedback signal while exposing you to toxins.

#biohacking

#toxin

Rethink protein limits for optimal muscle building

A recent study shows the body's muscle-building response to protein has no upper limit, meaning a single meal with 100 grams can be effectively utilized over 12 hours.

#muscle

#protein

Harness ovulation to boost bone health and career success

Ovulation, which is suppressed by hormonal birth control, is crucial as it strengthens bones, improves insulin resistance, and even makes women more likely to get a raise at work.

#bones

#menstrual-cycle

Master your partner's menstrual cycle for enhanced support

A man learning the four phases of his partner's menstrual cycle is described as a relationship 'superpower' that allows for better support and communication.

#menstrual-cycle

#relationships

Time cold plunges to align with your cycle

For optimal results, women should avoid cold exposure and other intense stressors for about eight days before their period and focus on them around ovulation.