Biohacking is the process of improving the functioning of the body through medication, nutrition, training, and other methods. The goal of biohacking is to stimulate brain function and slow down aging.
Biohacking is the combination of supplements and nutrition to improve your memory and concentration, sleep better, reduce allergies, prevent colds and flu, improve cardiovascular health, reduce fat, or build muscle and strength.
Yesterday, my colleague Audrius told me about a client who went through nine circles of hell in hospitals while being treated for multiple sclerosis. When nothing helped and the disease continued to progress, she gave up and refused further treatment. She delved into the Internet, where she found a recipe to make her life easier - kefir plus Taurine. She started drinking plain kefir together with an amino acid. And the disease miraculously stopped. The casein in kefir, together with taurine, eased, if not completely freed her from the grip of the disease.
Maybe this isn't biohacking by definition, but it is in fact.
That same evening, a couple is shown on TV who are engaged in biohacking, use a special electronic ring to monitor sleep quality, follow a special diet, and even have chips implanted to monitor blood sugar levels.
I myself, it turns out, am already a biohacker, for several years in a row I have been taking prophylactic drops of antioxidants, vitamins and minerals to improve the quality of life. I drink supplements to maintain hormonal balance. I hack into the body, preventing the unpleasant consequences caused by the aging process.
I will start the topic of biohacking through the prism of supplements.
What are the best biohacking supplements?
1. Ashwagandha
Ashwagandha is an adaptogenic herb that helps your body manage stress and nervous tension. This healing herb works on all three phases of the stress response. That’s a good thing, because chronic stress isn’t great news for long-term health. Ashwagandha helps maintain energy levels, reduces fatigue, and increases your ability to cope with stress.
2. Bacopa Monnieri Bacopa Monnieri is a plant used in traditional Indian medicine. It improves memory and concentration. You need to take it for at least a month to see positive effects. 3. Beta-Alanine Beta-alanine improves performance by increasing physical activity and reducing muscle fatigue. It also has antioxidant, immune-boosting, and anti-aging properties. You can get beta-alanine from foods that contain carnosine or through supplements. The recommended dose is 2–5 grams per day. 4. β-Hydroxy β-methylbutyric acid – HMB Studies have linked HMB to various health benefits, such as improved exercise adaptation, reduced muscle loss, better exercise recovery, etc. It may also increase muscle growth in untrained individuals and older adults. 5. Blueberries Blueberries contain one of the highest antioxidants among commonly consumed fruits and vegetables. May help prevent heart disease. May help regulate blood sugar levels. May help maintain eye health. May ease digestive problems and urinary tract infections. 6. Branched-Chain Amino Acids (BCAA ) Branched-chain amino acids (BCAAs) play an important role in building and repairing muscle. They get their name from their chemical structure, which also affects how the body uses them. Health benefits: Since scientists discovered branched-chain amino acids in the mid-1800s, they have been studying them extensively. They know that BCAAs are important for many bodily functions, but science has much more to explore. Some studies support the following health benefits of BCAAs: Muscle building Several studies suggest that BCAA supplements can increase muscle mass and strength during exercise. The studies were short-term and did not prove that supplementing with BCAAs is superior to getting them from dietary sources. Muscle recovery Some research suggests that BCAAs may help with soreness and recovery after exercise, but the effects may not be enough to justify supplementation. Liver cirrhosis People with cirrhosis of the liver often have low BCAA levels, so supplementation can help. However, adding BCAAs does not always improve symptoms, and people with cirrhosis should only take BCAAs under the supervision of a doctor. 7. Caffeine Study after study shows that caffeine can improve memory, reduce fatigue, and improve mental performance. It can improve your short-term memory and speed up your reaction time, according to a study presented at the 2005 Radiological Society of North America. 8. Carbohydrates Carbohydrates are your body's main source of energy: they help fuel your brain, kidneys, heart muscle, and central nervous system. For example, fiber is a carbohydrate that aids in digestion, helps you feel full, and controls blood cholesterol levels. 9. L-carnitine L-Carnitine may be beneficial for: Recovery: May improve exercise recovery. Muscle oxygenation: May increase oxygen delivery to muscles. Endurance: May increase blood flow and nitric oxide production, helping to delay discomfort and reduce fatigue. 10. Cholinergics - Alpha-GPC Alpha-GPC consumption increases the release of the neurotransmitter acetylcholine and facilitates learning and memory. For athletes, Alpha-GPC supplements prevent exercise-induced depletion of choline levels, increase endurance, and increase growth hormone secretion. 11. Cocoa Cocoa powder is rich in theobromine, which helps reduce inflammation and may protect you from conditions like heart disease, cancer, and diabetes. Because cocoa is rich in phytonutrients but low in fat and sugar, the calories you get from cocoa powder will be packed with healthy chemicals. 12. Coenzyme Q10 – (CoQ10) Coenzyme Q10 is most commonly used for conditions that affect the heart, such as heart failure and fluid retention (congestive heart failure or CHF), chest pain (angina), and high blood pressure. It is also used to prevent migraine headaches, Parkinson's disease, and many other conditions.
