Ep 41. Biohacking: It's not the strategy for you if it's not right for YOU

From cold plunges to grounding mats, “biohacking” trends are popping up everywhere, promising quick fixes for everything from fatigue to inflammation. But what if the strategy that works wonders for one person sends you into overdrive—or leaves you more exhausted than ever? In this episode of the Everyday Epigenetics: Raw. Real. Relatable. podcast, Dr. Cam McDonald returns to uncover why your individual body type, environment, and lifestyle must all guide your health choices.
Beyond Generic Solutions

Most biohacks come packaged as universal cures, yet our bodies are anything but universal. Dr. Cam emphasizes that even widely touted methods like intermittent fasting or 5AM wake-ups may backfire if they conflict with how you’re wired. For instance, a night owl forced into early-morning high-intensity workouts might ramp up stress hormones instead of boosting energy. Recognizing that your biology should dictate your routine is the key to unlocking real results without side effects.

The Pros and Cons of Cold Plunges and Grounding Mats
Cold water immersion offers incredible benefits—if your body can handle it. Activators or connectors might thrive on a post-workout cold dip that ramps up dopamine, while sensors or diplomats could feel destabilized and shivery for hours. Grounding mats can help certain individuals tap into Earth’s frequency, yet others might feel jittery or overstimulated. The shared takeaway? No single hack is automatically “good” or “bad”—it’s about finding out what resonates with your natural rhythms.

Intermittent Fasting and Meal Timing
Another hot topic is intermittent fasting, hailed for its potential in weight management and metabolic health. Yet Dr. Cam notes that some body types function best with regular meals to stabilize energy and stress levels. Guardians or diplomats may flourish on time-restricted eating, while an activator or crusader could experience burnout if they skip meals in the morning. Tune in to your hunger patterns, energy fluctuations, and overall stress load—listening to your body often trumps a one-size-fits-all schedule.

Personalized Health as the Real Biohack
Ultimately, Dr. Cam drives home that self-awareness beats any trendy program or product. Identify your stress tolerance, circadian preference, and lifestyle constraints before adopting the latest hack. A practice that’s perfect for your neighbor might derail your own progress or compound hidden issues. The only foolproof strategy? A personalized approach that respects your genes, environment, and daily demands—leaving you free to embrace (or skip) biohacks without compromising your well-being.

If you’re ready to stop guessing and start aligning your health habits with your true biology, this episode of Everyday Epigenetics is a must-listen. Biohacking only works if it works for you.

Learn more about Dr. Cam McDonald:

He is a leader, educator, scientist, motivator and father. As CEO of Precision Health Alliance and the VP of Education of ShaeWellness, the world’s leading AI-driven precision wellness platform, Dr Cam is driven to increase awareness around the need for a personalised approach to leadership and workplace wellness. Dr Cam studied and holds accreditation as an exercise physiologist, accredited practising dietitian, and completed his PhD in the application of nutrition and exercise in preventing chronic disease. He is a Fellow of the Australasian Society of Lifestyle Medicine and is an international leader in the application of personalised health, epigenetics and educates companies, health professionals and the general public alike how the whole environment impacts health and disease. He works closely with some of the world’s brightest minds, working across many industries to instigate positive change for our wellness at work and home. What allows Dr Cam to leave an indelible mark on the audience is his ability to simplify the complexity of health principles, infuse hope and stimulate action. The combination of science, down-to-earth humour and elegant simplicity of truth makes him accessible, relatable and one of the best speakers of his generation.

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