Biohackers take the concept of taking control of one’s health into their own hands very seriously, including adding butter or coconut oil to coffee to give themselves a natural energy boost or eating according to menstrual cycles in order to alleviate PMS symptoms.
Many individuals rely on technology such as wearables and smartphone apps to monitor heart rate, sleep patterns, exercise performance and weight loss – popular gadgets include Apple Watches, Fitbits and Oura Rings.
1. Fitbit
Imagine reading about biohacking as something from science fiction: implanting microchips that open doors; braving freezing temperatures to enhance health and performance (cryotherapy); and using special near-infrared light therapy to heal wounds. Though biohacking might sound futuristic, the practice has actually been around for decades – now more accessible than ever thanks to emerging research on longevity and innovative technologies that allow individuals to alter their biology to optimize their own biology.
Beginning biohackers should start with lifestyle and nutritional changes that produce positive physiologic responses, like adding stretching exercises into daily life or getting more restful sleep. Other key steps include drinking more water, meditating regularly, exercising regularly and eating brain-nourishing foods (i.e. blueberries).
Emotional biohacking encompasses various techniques designed to boost mental health and life satisfaction, such as gratitude exercises, mindfulness meditation, heart rate variability monitoring apps or virtual reality systems designed to promote relaxation or reduce anxiety as well as devices that monitor glucose and sugar levels in your blood.
InsideTracker offers those seeking to take DIY biohacking one step further an invaluable resource. This app analyzes blood, DNA, fitness tracker and lifestyle data collected by fitness trackers or wearable devices like Fitbit in order to provide science-backed nutrition, supplement, exercise and lifestyle recommendations aimed at optimizing suboptimal biomarkers; for instance it could recommend that sweets should be reduced while increasing fish oil intake to help increase cholesterol levels.
2. Apple Watch
Making use of the sensors within an Apple Watch is one of the best ways to start biohacking. By using apps like Fitbit and Health, you can monitor key metrics like heart rate variability, sleep duration and movement tracking as well as stress levels – all key indicators of health and well-being.
One of the easiest and most effective biohacks is to avoid foods known to negatively impact our health, commonly referred to as an elimination diet. This strategy involves identifying and then avoiding foods containing unhealthy additives, saturated fats and preservatives.
Nootropics, cognitive enhancing supplements that have been scientifically proven to increase cognition and mental stamina, are another popular solution. Nootropics include natural substances like sage, tulsi and ashwagandha as examples of nootropics that have proven their efficacy; there are even nootropic-based apps on the app store such as iSpark, Cognitovet and Nootrobox which offer this form of cognitive enhancement.
3. Oura Ring
Oura is a wearable device designed to monitor sleep, heart rate, stress levels and menstrual cycles – and to allow you to see how lifestyle choices impact overall health. Worn on the wrist, this wearable can detect various biometric patterns and triggers such as lack of movement during deep sleep or an elevated heart rate; then recommends breathing and meditation exercises which it claims help reduce stress.
Oura’s app also lets the ring track your exercise. It provides in-depth data and insights on how your body reacted during workout, including any effects it had on rest or readiness, comparison to a personalized benchmark and alert suppression – providing peace of mind during fitness tracking sessions.
Other features include an advanced symptom radar that can identify whether or not you may be sick, feeling overwhelmed by stress or overexerting yourself at the gym. Oura’s app also suggests different sleep and relaxation strategies like deep breathing exercises, mindfulness training sessions or guided meditation for further support.
Oura Ring stands out from fitness trackers due to its discrete design and minimal aesthetic, as its colorful straps don’t draw as much attention. Furthermore, its comfortable wristband design lets users maintain their routine without restriction or restriction due to wristband tightening. Furthermore, its accompanying app makes your data easily digestible; unfortunately it does not have a “Workout HR” mode like other trackers so this may disappoint athletes looking for more accurate data during workout sessions.
4. Fitbit Pulse
Fitbit Pulse is a biohacking app that turns your smartphone into a personal health coach, recording heart rate and sleep quality while monitoring irregular heart rhythms. If it detects abnormalities it will notify you and can help pinpoint their source while providing treatment plans to address them. Downloading is free but if accessing in-app content via subscription(s), an automatic renewal fee will be assessed to your credit card once the trial period ends; subscriptions automatically renew unless cancelled at least 24 hours before their end; Account Settings allow users to manage subscription and auto-renewal settings after purchase.
Emotional biohacking is an emerging trend which seeks to enhance mental health and emotional resilience through various techniques such as gratitude practices, stress management apps, mindfulness meditation, cold water immersion immersions and exercise. While these therapies may offer support, they should not replace professional medical advice.
DIY biohacking kits make it easier than ever to explore various strategies and collect data on your own, yet can still be dangerous if conducted incorrectly; therefore it is imperative to adhere to scientific research when conducting self-experiments.
To hack your body successfully, it’s best to employ multiple approaches simultaneously. Each method provides its own benefits. But before beginning any new techniques, ensure you have all of the appropriate tools to measure results accurately. By following the steps outlined herein and making informed decisions based on them, technology can help lead you towards living a healthier and happier lifestyle.
5. InsideTracker
InsideTracker is a personalized wellness guide and data analytics engine that uses blood biomarkers and objective assessments of well-being to create an individualized path towards improving health and longevity from within. Launched in 2009, InsideTracker conducts comprehensive blood biomarker analyses in order to assess people objectively; connects that data with findings from over 10,000 scientific peer-reviewed publications and ten billion biomarker data points – giving users a personalized path towards improved wellness from within.
InsideTracker provides a range of blood tests, such as the VO2 Max Test (used to optimize athletic performance) and DNA sequencing and epigenetic aging analysis to slow cellular aging. In addition, this app offers users a detailed report about their health status including each biomarker level compared with its optimal range.
This app offers clear and tailored recommendations for nutrition, exercise, supplements and lifestyle changes that directly improve each biomarker, according to the specific health goal chosen by users. Furthermore, its holistic approach enables users to track their progress, see optimization over time and identify any opportunities for further improvements throughout the year.
Registered dietitians review data, provide easy-to-follow ProTips, and add health recommendations directly into an Action Plan within minutes. A daily wellness score further personalizes the experience, as does connecting wearable devices for monitoring sleep, RHR and activity levels.
InsideTracker customers have achieved remarkable results over the past year by increasing their VO2 max by an average of 10%, improving glucose and cortisol by over 40% and decreasing cholesterol by 22%. InsideTracker provides research-backed education and guidance, so any suggested changes such as diet, exercise and supplements are both safe and effective – among those who retested their biomarkers 80% experienced an increase from suboptimal to optimal levels.
