In this episode of the Wildly Optimized Wellness podcast, Toréa Rodriguez sits down with Lauren Sambataro, a fellow FDN and Chek Practitioner, to dive into the fascinating world of holistic health and biohacking. Lauren shares her journey from a background in dance and personal training to becoming a holistic health coach. They discuss the significance of integrating metabolic and mental health, exploring tools like continuous glucose monitors (CGMs), meditation, and microdosing to optimize wellness. Lauren's approach emphasizes the importance of curiosity and listening to one's body to tailor health practices to individual needs. This episode is packed with insights into how to harmonize your health practices for better physical and mental well-being.

[1:11] - Introduction to Lauren Sambataro, her background, and how she became an FDN and Chek Practitioner.

[2:55] - Lauren's transition from personal training to holistic health coaching, influenced by her father's background as a biological dentist and OG biohacker.

[10:00] - The integration of objective data (like CGMs) with subjective feedback to optimize health practices.

[12:49] - The role of curiosity in health practices and the unique challenges women face in the biohacking space.

[19:29] - Key takeaways from using a CGM: the impact of meal timing, post-meal walks, and high-protein breakfasts.

[21:51] - The concept of "Choose Your Own Adventure" meals for families with different metabolic needs.

[22:58] - The transformative effects of meditation and microdosing on Lauren's practice and client outcomes.

[36:39] - Upcoming events: Lauren and her sister will emcee the Dragonfly Women's Health Conference.

[40:04] - Discussion on the benefits of the AmpCoil, a biohacking tool that uses sound frequencies to tune the body's organs.

[43:23] - Where to find more about Lauren and the Biohacker Babes podcast.

For full show notes and resources:

https://www.torearodriguez.com/wowpodcast/e067