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Mar 2025
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149. Kayla Barnes: The Science of Female...

Gary Brecka
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Most biohacking conversations are dominated by men talking to other men. But they’re missing a critical perspective - female biology requires a completely different approach. In this episode, I’ve had an amazing conversation with Kayla Barnes, a true pioneer in female-focused biohacking, and who’s transforming how women optimize their health. We’ve covered topics on ovarian aging, environmental toxin testing, sleep optimisation, and fertility. The transformation in female biohacking isn’t just about longevity - it’s about optimising fertility, reducing autoimmune risk, and addressing the specific metabolic challenges women face. The female biohacking revolution is just beginning!


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Timestamps:

00:00 Intro

02:48 Kayla Barnes’ Biohacking Journey

07:12 Mold Toxicity and Total Toxic Burden (Test)

19:52 Female-Focused Longevity Protocols

23:15 Declining Fertility Rates; Optimising and Extending Fertility

28:53 Nutrition for Fertility and Healthy Pregnancy

32:05 Lowering the Toxic Load

34:11 Affordability of Clean Products 

35:27 Sleep Hacks and Kayla’s Sleep Routine

46:13 Kayla’s Morning, Exercise, and Biohacking Routines

51:56 Oral Health Routine (Ozone Oil Pulling, etc.)

57:42 Training with Protein, Not Fasted

1:02:02 Hyperbaric Protocol

1:08:16 PCOS as a Metabolic Disorder

1:09:56 Female Supplementation Basics

1:12:57 Ultimate Guide to Methylene Blue

1:16:49 What does it mean to you to be an “Ultimate Human?”


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