Biohacking is more than a lifestyle. With the latest trend from USA, people want to understand their own body as best as possible to optimize it with little tricks. By measuring themselves and changing their behavior, they hope for more energy, better sleep and better performance. The lifestyle, which has its origin in competitive sport, is also gaining more and more followers in the Netherlands.
Many biohackers adhere strictly to the ketogenic diet. It is based on low-starch vegetables, meat, fish, eggs, butter, olive and coconut oil, nuts, seeds and berries. The ketogenic diet should, if possible, be performed only under the supervision of experts. Because it is very low in carbohydrates and hardly any whole grain products are eaten, there will be a shortage of dietary fiber.
Caution is also advised with dietary supplements such as adding vitamin D or omega-3 fatty acids:In principle, you may only take supplements if the doctor has established an associated deficiency. Otherwise, it can also lead to an overdose. The consequences can be fatigue and in principle you can absorb all important vitamins and nutrients through the diet with a balanced diet.
These three natural biohacking tips can be easily integrated into their daily lives:
Dark cocoa instead of melatonin: Instead of taking the drug melatonin at bedtime, it is recommended to consume foods that naturally promote sleep:dark cocoa, cherries and kiwis promise this effect.
Mindfulness while eating: Taking enough time while eating, putting your smartphone aside and chewing well not only ensures more relaxation, but also relieves the gastrointestinal tract and thus ensures better digestion.
Goodbye vitamin tablets: The important vitamin D does not necessarily have to be taken in tablet form. It is also found in foods such as salmon, mushrooms or nuts.
Fitness watches, cold showers, special forms of training such as high-intensity interval (HIIT) training or relaxation techniques such as yoga, meditation and breathing exercises:Biohackers get the best out of body and mind. But above all, the followers of this lifestyle rely on nutrition to reach their full potential.
Biohackers often avoid meat and prefer to use fresh vegetables, preferably organic. They largely avoid foods that contain carbohydrates, such as pasta or bread. They are meticulous about consuming enough healthy fats and swear by MCT oil. This consists of medium-chain fatty acids and is found in coconut and palm oil, among other things.
