May 15, 2020

Welcome to Ben Greenfield's Weekly Roundup and Cool New Discoveries!

Ben Greenfield's discoveries, from 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 giveaways, discounts, and more!

New Discoveries Of The Week: Cool New Things I'm Trying, Books I'm Reading, And More!

A New Way To Figure Out Your Genetic Tolerance To THC & CBD

The first naturally occurring endogenous cannabinoid, or “endocannabinoid” was identified in 1992 when scientists were studying the metabolic pathways of THC, the psychoactive component of cannabis. This led to the discovery of the human endocannabinoid system, a molecular signaling system that is responsible for maintaining many of our normal bodily functions, such as maintaining healthy bone density to naturally preventing diabetes—but that’s only the beginning. It turns out that based on specific genetic variables, we all respond differently to different doses and ratios of both THC and CBD, and the new genetic testing company EndoCanna tests all this for you from the comfort of your own home. As you can see in the video below, you’ll find out:

How your genetics affect specific areas of the brain that may trigger anxiety.
Which cannabinoid ratios and terpene profiles may lessen or avoid anxiety.
Whether you have greater pain sensitivity.
Which CBD:THC ratios are better-suited for pain management.
Which cannabinoids may interfere or help you sleep better.
How well your body metabolizes THC.
Whether you are genetically prone to higher levels of THC in your blood.
What your genes indicate about sustained attention and retention after consuming THC.
Suggested cannabinoids to avoid when cognitive function is an issue.
If your genetics play a role in your overall happiness.
What current science says about your genetic profile and depression.
What current research reveals about your genotypes.

If you want to get tested yourself, you can click here and enter code BENGREEN10 at checkout to save 10%. Here’s to responsible, educated use of an amazing plant, eh?

My New Mini Slackline Balance Toy

In my recent New York City fitness biohacking episode, you’ll hear about me warming up my nervous system on something called a “Slackblock.” This tiny, indoor version of a slackline has given me and my twin 12-year-old boys a simple but incredibly effective athletic balance trainer.

No sport is played with balance being static and weight equally distributed on both feet, so this is an instant way to increase athleticism and balance with almost no space taken up in your home. Training on the Slackblock for just a few minutes every couple of days will surprise you how fast your balance improves, along with improved coordination and agility. It’s a perfect little at-home training device for while you’re on quarantine. I'm a biohacking nerd obviously, so I've been setting mine up in front of my Biocharger and doing my balance practice while blasting myself with that. Good stack. For the Slackblock, click here.

Podcasts I Recorded This Week:

The Only Skill That Matters: The Proven Methodology to Read Faster, Remember More, and Become a SuperLearner.

This episode was brought to you by Dreem (code BEN), Kion Flex (code BEN10), Organifi Red Juice (code BENG20), Pique Tea (Get a 15% off your entire order when you use my link here) and Comrad Socks (code BEN20).

Your Pelvic Floor “Power Source”: The Hidden Key to Ignite Your Core, Empower Your Body, Release Stress, and Realign Your Life.

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Articles I Published This Week:

How To Biohack A Hyperbaric Experience – A Physician Spills His Insider Secrets On How To Use HBOT Properly To Accelerate & Optimize Healing, Performance, and Recovery.

Ben’s Sabbath Ramblings: Are You Fit For Detachment?

My full article feed and all past archives of my articles are here if you want to check out past articles.

Special Announcements:

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May 18 – 22, 2020: The Future Of Education and Parenting – Virtual Retreat. Join me and some of the most world-renowned experts, including Jim Kwik, Katie “Wellness Mama” Wells, and Dr. BJ Fogg in the largest and most in-depth conversation about what the future will look like for your children. You'll discover mindful communication techniques, how to foster healthy technology relationships, inquiry-based learning, entrepreneurial thinking, practical ways to nurture your child’s unique genius, and so much more! Register here

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This Week's Most Popular Instagram Post:

https://www.instagram.com/p/CAEFf8pANPl/

This Week's Most Popular Tweet:

Very impressive results of an intermittent fasting study that involves simply having your breakfast before dawn and your dinner after sunset: https://t.co/w7gYFF3KFZ

— Ben Greenfield (@bengreenfield) May 10, 2020