EPISODE · Mar 23, 2026 · 1H 3M
"Healthfluencing" From Hype to Helpful: Debunking The Top Wellness Trends of the Moment with Validated Science and Our Recommended Alternatives
from Renee Belz & Lauren Sambataro · host Biohacker Babes
In this episode, we break down the rapidly evolving world of health influencing, emphasizing that there is no one-size-fits-all approach and questioning whether “healthfluencing” can sometimes do more harm than good. We walk listeners through our evaluation framework, using popular products like vibration plates, DOSE liver shots, and clear protein to distinguish between evidence-based tools and overhyped trends. We highlight where science supports certain ingredients or modalities, such as creatine and specific types of collagen, while also calling out potential risks, like curcumin’s impact on anemia or the lack of regulation in products sold on Amazon. Throughout the episode, we reinforce a “food-first” philosophy and encourage consumers to think critically about who a product is actually for before jumping on trends.SHOW NOTES:0:39 Welcome to the show!4:18 No one-size-fits-all5:02 Is health-fluencing dangerous?9:19 How we assessed this list9:57 Vibration Plates13:36 Validated benefits of vibration18:44 Does it pass?19:12 DOSE shots for liver20:24 Validation of ingredients21:29 Curcumin & Anemia25:11 Verdict + alternatives26:31 Food first approach 27:55 Clear Protein33:28 Who is it for?34:07 Verdict34:20 *APOLLO NEURO*36:23 *CALOCURB*38:15 Creatine39:41 How does creatine work?42:30 Who is this for?44:02 AG1 (Athletic Greens)48:44 Verdict + alternatives49:35 Collagen Peptides51:50 Alternatives + recommendations54:10 Amazon warning56:00 Collagen verdict56:09 Supergut59:47 Verdict + contraindications1:00:24 Recap1:01:17 Tested by SuppCo App1:02:22 Thanks for tuning in!RESOURCES:Apollo Neuro - Discount code: BIOHACKERBABES for $90 off Smart Vibes bundleCalocurb - Discount code: RENEE10Feierdun Vibration PlatePower Plate (Vibration Plate) - Discount code: BIOHACKERBABESDe-liver-ance - Discount code: BIOHACKERBABESBeef Protein: Be Well by KellyDesigns for Health PurePaleo (Beef Protein)Creatine: Qualia - code: BIOHACKERBABESSHEatineDesigns for Health Whole Body CollagenSuperGut GLP-1 PowderSuppCo AppSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/biohacker-babes-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
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In this episode, we break down the rapidly evolving world of health influencing, emphasizing that there is no one-size-fits-all approach and questioning whether “healthfluencing” can sometimes do more harm than good. We walk listeners through our evaluation framework, using popular products like vibration plates, DOSE liver shots, and clear protein to distinguish between evidence-based tools and overhyped trends. We highlight where science supports certain ingredients or modalities, such as creatine and specific types of collagen, while also calling out potential risks, like curcumin’s impact on anemia or the lack of regulation in products sold on Amazon. Throughout the episode, we reinforce a “food-first” philosophy and encourage consumers to think critically about who a product is actually for before jumping on trends. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/biohacker-babes-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
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