Biohacking with Kate

Mixing Old Wisdom with New Tech

My biohacking journey

Category: 21 tips

  • (Tip 11 of 21 biohacking tips) Okay, real talk: I use my phone before bed all the time. 😬Scrolling reels, catching up on messages, reading articles—I’ve convinced myself it’s how I ā€œwind down.ā€But… it shouldn’t be. And deep down, I know it. Because here’s the truth: screens before bed are quietly sabotaging our sleep.Blue light…

  • (Biohacking tip 10 of 21) šŸ“µāœØ Confession time: I’m addicted to my phone. šŸ˜…If you’re anything like me—refreshing apps out of habit, answering DMs at red lights (oops), and scrolling when you’re supposed to be sleeping—it’s probably time for a digital detox. Let’s do it together. šŸ’› In the world of biohacking, we talk a…

  • (Tip 9 of 21 biohacking tips) 🧠✨ Want to hack your brain in under a minute? Easy: Switch hands. Brushing your teeth, stirring your tea, or writing your name with your non-dominant hand might feel awkward (and a little silly šŸ˜…)—but that’s exactly the magic. You’re building brand new neural pathways, boosting brain flexibility, and…

  • (Tip 8 of 21 biohacking tips) 🌿✨ There’s something magical about trees, birdsong, and dirt paths, right? Taking a daily walk—especially in nature—is like hitting a reset button for your soul. 🄾🌳 Nature walks = lower cortisol, clearer thoughts, and happy, moving bodies. 🌿✨ Our family is lucky to call the South of Portugal home…

  • (Tip 7 of 21 biohacking tips) When life throws a tantrum (deadlines, traffic, tantruming toddlers, anyone? šŸ˜µā€šŸ’«), your body jumps into fight-or-flight mode.But here’s the magic: by simply breathing consciously, you can flip the switch and glide into that soothing rest-and-digest zone. šŸ§˜ā€ā™€ļøāœØ Enter: Box Breathing. 🟩🟩🟩🟩 Sounds fancy, but it’s as easy as tracing…

  • (Tip 6 of 21 biohacking tips) Intermittent fasting isn’t just another health trend—it’s a powerful, science-backed way to restore balance in your body, upgrade your mental clarity, and give your overworked digestive system a break. By simply narrowing your eating window (for example, eating within 8 hours and fasting for 16), you invite your body…

  • (Tip 5 of 21 biohacking tips) Take off your shoes. Step onto the grass. And feel your body exhale. That’s grounding—also known as earthing—a simple yet powerful practice of connecting your bare skin directly to the Earth’s surface. It may sound a little out-there, but science is catching up—and the results are promising. ⚔ What…

  • (Tip 4 of 21 biohacking tips) Let’s be real—cold showers sound like something only the ultra-hardcore biohackers or wilderness survivalists would love. But here’s the truth: cold showers aren’t just for the brave—they’re for the optimized. Just 30 seconds of cold water can: 🧠 Mind Over Cold: Train Your Brain, Build Your Resilience The magic…

  • (Tip 3 of 21 biohacking tips) Our natural state is actually happy and content.Just look at kids—they find joy even in the toughest conditions. As long as they feel safe and fed, life is one big playground. But as adults, we forget. We get distracted, overwhelmed, and lose sight of how fortunate we are. That’s…

  • (Tip 2 of 21 biohacking tips) Here’s the truth: our brain is designed to think—nonstop. That’s its job. And if you’ve ever noticed that the moment your mind gets quiet, it immediately starts searching for something else to think about… you’re not alone. We’re awake, on average, for about 16 hours a day—and for most…