⚡️Embrace natural lifestyle changes that create optimal vision and overall eye wellness.

💬 “Glasses don’t really correct anything; when you take them off, your vision is usually worse than it was before.” ~Claudia Muehlenweg

➡︎ Personal Journey: Claudia recounts her early experiences with glasses, bullying, and the moment she decided to seek natural vision improvement.

➡︎ Glasses vs. Natural Vision: Discussion on how traditional corrective lenses can mask underlying issues rather than address the root cause.

➡︎ Eye Mechanics: Explanation of saccadic eye movements, blinking habits, and the importance of natural eye movement for clarity.

➡︎ Lifestyle Hacks: Simple practices like blinking exercises, proper breathing techniques, and getting natural sunlight to boost eye health.

➡︎ Controversial Insights: Debate on the role of sunglasses, the impact of technology on our vision, and how modern habits may be contributing to a global rise in myopia.

➡︎ Mind-Body Connection: Exploration of how stress, diet, and even neck tension can influence our eyesight and overall brain health.

➡︎ In this episode, host Tim Gray sits down with Claudia Muehlenweg to explore the hidden truths behind our conventional reliance on glasses and contacts. Claudia shares her personal journey—from being teased as a child for wearing glasses to discovering the natural techniques that improved her vision. Together, they dive deep into the mechanics of eye movements, the importance of natural light, proper blinking, and lifestyle habits that support eye health. The conversation also touches on controversial topics like the effects of sunglasses and screen time on our eyes, linking eye health to overall wellness and even brain function. Listeners will come away with actionable tips and a fresh perspective on maintaining sharp, natural vision without solely relying on corrective lenses.

💡 Highlights

(0:00) Intro

(3:00) Claudia’s Early Experiences & Journey

(5:00) The Problem with Conventional Eyewear

(8:00) Understanding Eye Mechanics

(12:00) Lifestyle & Behavioral Strategies

(17:00) Natural Light & Environmental Influences

(22:00) Diet, Nutrition & Eye Health

(28:00) Eye-Brain Connection & Cognitive Insights

(37:00) Future Trends in Vision Health

(43:00) Practices You Can Start Using Today

🔎 Visit: https://naturallyclearvision.com

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⚡️Feeling frustrated? Racing mind? Try this.

💬 “ If the whole world actually meditated, the world that we live in would be a kinder, better place.” ~Ariel Garten

➡︎ Meditation is a practise we all know we should be doing, but aren’t. Often it’s not for lack of trying - meditation can be hard, and in a world where we’re taught to be busy at all times, it can feel like a waste of time. But meditation is the key to unburdening yourself from stress, anxiety, trauma and self-doubt. Luckily, there’s a way to make it easier.

➡︎ Ariel Garten is a neuroscientist and co-founder of Muse, a healthtech startup that has created a brain-sensing EEG headband that is helping over half a million people around the world improve their meditation practises. By measuring your brainwaves while you meditate, Muse gives you real-time biofeedback on brain activity, heart rate, and body movements. Ariel and Muse have been featured in the likes of Forbes, Fortune, Men’s Health, Wired and more.

➡︎ In this episode, Ariel and Tim discuss what exactly is going on inside the brain while we meditate - and the science behind why it’s so effective at improving sleep and reducing stress. Ariel explores powerful moments where her meditation practice had a real impact on her life, helping her to unplug from addictions and stop sweating the small stuff. And she explores various meditation techniques and practices - and how you can incorporate them into your life.

💡 Highlights

(1:20) How Ariel’s passion for meditation began

(9:59) What’s going on inside the brain during meditation?

(11:59) Decreasing stress and cortisol

(18:59) How meditation improves attention and focus

(22:54) Your brain waves on meditation

(29:32) Unplugging from addiction

(38:21) Why you should measure your brain waves

(42:28) The impact of diet on your brain

(45:37) Can meditation help us deal with trauma?

(49:17) The different types of meditation

(53:17) How meditation influences pain

(55:06) You don’t need an “empty” mind

(51:15) How Muse is used by pro athletes

(57:41) Advancements in AI and neurotechnology

🔎 Visit: https://www.instagram.com/ariels_musings/

https://choosemuse.com/

A huge thank you to MUSE for sponsoring this episode!

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⚡️Easy ways to go paleo, live primal and add years to your life - without restriction

💬 “ The essence of the primal movement is, when in doubt, go back to the ancestral model and emulate that in the real world.” ~Mark Sisson

➡︎ The modern world and all its comforts are causing us pain and making us sick. Our bodies did not evolve to live like this - to sit for hours on end, or to chug down ultra-processed food every 3 hours. The solution? Go primal.

➡︎ Mark Sisson is widely known as the founding father of the ancestral health movement and the paleo diet. His focus is on getting us to eat and move like our ancestors, to extend the healthy years we have on this planet. He’s the author of The Primal Blueprint, The Keto Reset Diet and The Primal Connection. And his latest book is titled Born To Walk.

➡︎ In this episode, Mark and Tim discuss the core tenants of the Primal Blueprint, and how you can easily incorporate these into your life. They dismantle the misconceptions around the Paleo diet, explaining just how abundant your food choices can be. They discuss the many health benefits of going barefoot (or wearing barefoot shoes). And, with the Health Optimisation Summit in Austin coming up, they explore the importance of finding your “tribe” and sharing your journey with other, like-minded people.

💡 Highlights

(1:49) Why paleo is THE way to live

(5:03) What our ancestors did better

(13:59) Core tenants of the Primal Blueprint

(18:41) How to achieve metabolic flexibility

(31:17) What can you eat on the paleo diet?

(39:47) Is alcohol ok on paleo?

(46:16) Finding your purpose

(51:17) Benefits of going barefoot

(59:59) Finding your tribe

(1:05:08) A primal vacation

🔎 Visit: https://www.instagram.com/marksissonprimal/

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⚡️Why seed oils are destroying your health - and what to eat instead.

💬 “ Seed oils are the root cause of literally every chronic disease.” ~Cate Shanahan

➡︎ Seed oils are absolutely everywhere in our diets - whether it’s canola oil, soybean, sunflower of corn, this cheap and nasty stuff fills so much of the packaged food we pick up from the supermarket. But it’s no coincidence that the rise in seed oil consumption is coupled with a massive spike in chronic diseases worldwide.

➡︎ Dr Cate Shanahan is the author of one of the most impactful books in the health and longevity space, Dark Calories. Known as “The Mother of the No Seed Oil Movement”, she’s dedicated 20 years of her life to uncovering the true harms that seed oils have on our bodies - from causing chronic inflammation to promoting weight gain, skin issues and even cancer.

➡︎ In this episode, Cate and Tim discuss the real science behind seed oils, and how they promote oxidation and inflammation, wreaking havoc on our health. They deconstruct the big lie sold to us by mainstream media and health authorities that seed oils are “heart healthy”. They explain the shocking fact that a single serving of french fries cooked in seed oils is just as toxic as smoking 24 cigarettes. And they dig into Cate’s “Hateful 8” seed oils - what to avoid and what to eat instead.

💡 Highlights

(2:06) What damage are seed oils doing to us?

(6:18) Why this isn’t mainstream

(12:29) The biggest pro oxidant out there

(24:38) Seed oils are as bad as cigarettes?

(34:02) Getting healthy after ditching seed oils

(36:28) Seed oils make sunburn worse?

(39:46) Get rid of seed oils to lose weight

(43:24) Avoid these “healthy” foods

(49:02) Eat this instead

(51:29) Cate’s 5 favourite supplements

🔎 Visit: https://drcate.com/

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⚡️Learn how to reverse signs of ageing by unlocking the secrets of mitochondrial health

💬 “ Most longevity scientists talk about these 12 hallmarks of ageing. Mitochondria is the centrepiece that can be a link to all of them” ~Anurag Singh

➡︎ If you’re looking for a way to reverse ageing, live free of disease and increase your lifespan - you need to dial in your mitochondrial health. Mitochondria are the powerhouses of our cells - like batteries, they bring energy and life into our bodies.

➡︎ Anurag Singh is an expert in mitochondrial and cellular health. As Chief Medical Officer at Timeline, he’s constantly searching for ways to boost mitochondrial function through supplementation. The most promising compound he and his team have discovered is a postbiotic called Urolithin A.

➡︎ In this episode, Tim and Anurag discuss how mitochondrial function is one of the most important things of all for health and longevity, with an 80% link to some age related conditions. Feeling fatigued, or got brain fog? They also explain what your mitochondria are to blame here. They also tackle the lifestyle factors causing damage to your mitochondria. And they discuss the amazing properties of Urolithin A, which can extend lifespan by an incredible 40%.

💡 Highlights

(01:29) How mitochondria are linked to healthy ageing

(02:36) What causes mitochondrial dysfunction?

(04:44) What exactly is mitochondria?

(07:43) Link with Alzheimer’s, diabetes and obesity

(10:02) Early signs you’ve got damage mitochondria

(13:49) How to improve mitochondrial health

(18:19) How Urolithin A can help

(23:37) Autophagy and mitophagy

(26:02) Can you get Urolithin A from diet?

(28:10) The gut link with mitochondria

(32:42) Can you test your mitochondria?

(34:50) Inflammation and ageing

(39:29) Urolithin A impact on muscle endurance

(48:26) How weight lifting improves mitochondrial health

(51:22) The problem of air pollution

(53:51) Improving brain performance

(59:46) Exciting advancements in the field

🔎 Visit: https://www.timeline.com/

A huge shoutout to Timeline for sponsoring this episode!

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⚡️How YOU can copy the mindset and approach of elite athletes and nail the fundamentals of health

💬 “My mindset, what I needed to do in the gym, on the track, in the dojo - I saw that could benefit others. I was fortunate enough that the individuals such as Guy, Jason, David, Victoria - all those names, they do exactly that” ~Bobby Rich

➡︎ Bobby Rich is a trainer to the stars, working with the likes of David Beckham, Madonna, Jason Statham, Guy Ritchie and David Haye. And in this episode he reveals the mindset, training and supplements that keep them performing at their best.

➡︎ As a black belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and having competed in Judo for Team GB, Bobby knows a thing or two about what drives top performers, what they need to survive under immense pressure and the setbacks and health challenges that might get in their way.

➡︎ Bobby has also recently partnered with IM8, a new line of next level supplements, co-founded by David Beckham himself, and shares his excitement and experience using the stack.

➡︎ In this episode, Tim and Bobby dig into the importance of mindset and consistency in achieving your goals. They explain the fundamentals of health and what you can learn from a simpler approach to training. The explore shocking truth about nutrient deficiencies and how even top biohackers haven’t got it dialled in. And they reveal the ingredients in IM8 that have made it one of Tim’s go-to supplements

💡 Highlights

(1:54) How Bobby started training top celebs

(7:36) A unique approach to mindset and sport performance

(9:57) The importance of a great personal trainer

(11:59) The secret of consistency

(17:06) Managing fatigue and stress

(20:03) Do YOU need to train like the stars?

(21:09) The 80/20 rule of fitness

(27:25) Sleep is THE best biohack

(30:59) The diets of celebrity athletes

(35:30) Tim’s new go-to supplement

(44:15) The truth about nutrient deficiencies

(50:10) What David Beckham thinks of IM8

🔎 Visit: https://www.instagram.com/mrbobbyrich/

https://im8health.com/

A massive thank you to IM8 for sponsoring this episode!

IM8 has made supplement optimisation simple with their single, absorbable formula that replaces a whole stack of individual supplements. I’ve been using it for 2 months now and have noticed increased energy, improved endurance, and better digestion. Packed with 92 key nutrients, including CoQ10, MSM, and amino acids, it’s the easiest way to get all your essential vitamins in one go. Head to https://im8health.com and use code TIMBIOHACKER for an exclusive discount on your first order! 💪

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Best Of The Health Optimisation Podcast 2024: The Top Health Hacks You Need In 2025

This episode is a ‘Best of 2024’ special, featuring the top health hacks from 9 incredible guests. These experts shared game-changing tips and actionable strategies that you can implement to level up your health in 2025.

In these powerful conversation highlights, we cover:

➡︎ Gut health: Foods to add to your weekly shop and the #1 cause of gut issues.

➡︎ Brain health: How ultra-processed foods affect the brain, and tips to stay mentally sharp.

➡︎ Superhuman biohacks: The Superhuman Protocol, methylation testing, and cutting-edge ways to extend life expectancy.

➡︎ Skin health: The problem with conventional products, eating for glowing skin, and quick wins for healthier skin.

➡︎ Environmental toxins: Forever chemicals, toxic household products, and replacements that protect your health.

➡︎ Oral health: Why your mouth might be the key to total wellness—and actionable tips you can start today!

If you enjoy the highlights, be sure to check out the full episodes, and help me spread the health by subscribing!

💡 Highlights

(02:28) All disease starts in the gut

(03:43) Impact of stress on gut health

(04:49) What to add to your weekly foodshop for gut health

(06:13) Current mental health crisis

(07:30) Impact of ultra-processed food on the brain

(08:01) Tips on being mentally strong

(08:32) #1 thing for brain health

(09:58) How to cut life expectancy in half

(11:14) Genetic methylation testing for nutrient deficiencies

(13:30) The Superhuman protocol and Gary’s favourite biohacks

(16:16) The problem with conventional skin products

(17:10) Practical food guide for optimising skin health

(19:48) What you can do now for healthier skin

(21:41) Environmental toxins contributing to disease

(23:16) Key foods and supplements for health - a simple guide

(25:12) Toxic household products and what to replace them with

(27:42) The S.A.V.E.R.S. method

(32:08) The #1 bedtime hack for a miracle evening

(33:04) Hal’s biggest piece of advice

(34:10) The dangers of perfume

(34:26) Is clothing really toxic?

(35:49) Forever chemicals - the worst offenders

(38:37) Ozempic and nature’s alternative

(40:18) Prescription medications as the third biggest killer

(41:19) Why is heart disease killing so many people?

(43:25) How to build a heart-healthy lifestyle

(44:02) How Dr. Aseem deals with stress

(44:39) One thing you can do now to improve your oral health

(45:21) How oral health is the gateway to overall wellness

(46:57) Is your mouth causing your health issues?

(48:51) Dr. Dome’s top actionable tips for optimising your oral health

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⚡️Revealing the truth about the covid-19 vaccine, statins and prescription drugs

💬 “The estimated third most common cause of death globally after heart disease and cancer is prescribed medications. What your doctor prescribes for you.” ~Dr Aseem Malhotra

➡︎ By 2030, 23.6 million people will die EVERY YEAR from heart disease. The food we’re eating is making us sick and the “cure” big pharma is selling is making us sicker. And worst of all - your doctors aren’t even trained to know what’s best for you.

➡︎ Dr Aseem Malhotra is one of the UK’s leading heart doctors and has made it his mission to reveal the dark secrets of nutrition policy, exercise and the healthcare system. He’s the author of three books including ‘A Statin-Free Life’, and is the man behind the campaign that saw Jamie Oliver and football icon Steven Gerrard fight to have better school meals offered across the UK.

➡︎ In his new documentary “First Do No Pharm”, Dr Malhotra exposes the biggest cover ups in modern medicine and says big pharma has “abandoned its moral compass in pursuit of profit”. He argues we live in a world of “too much medicine” and says drugs like statins are doing nothing to help curb rising rates of heart disease - and may be causing more harm than good.

➡︎ In this episode, Tim and Aseem reveal the damaging consequences of big pharma’s influence on healthcare, and how it funds 50% of medical education in the US. They get into the lasting impact of the covid-19 vaccine and how we were lied to about its benefits. They explain just how damaging statins, and prescription drugs in general, really are. And they explore why so many people are dying from heart disease and how you can avoid becoming another statistic.

💡 Highlights

(1:28) Why he changed his mind on the covid vaccine

(7:47) Long term impact of covid vaccine

(10:00) Prescription meds third biggest killer

(17:13) Heart health and the covid vaccine

(19:58) Deep corruption in healthcare

(26:25) How doctors are failing us

(33:15) Better relationships are key to health

(39:09) Why is heart disease killing so many people?

(46:51) Why statins don’t work

(50:06) Building a heart-healthy lifestyle

(52:14) How Dr Aseem deals with stress

(53:19) First Do No Pharm documentary

(53:36) Who can we trust?

🔎 Visit: https://draseemmalhotra.co.uk/

https://nopharmfilm.com/

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