EP 1209
1209. Transform Your Home into a Biohacker’s Dream: Expert Tips for Ultimate Health Optimization
In this episode of The Human Upgrade, Dave Asprey explores how to biohack your home for optimal health with three top experts. From improving indoor air quality to eliminating mold and reducing exposure to hidden toxins like VOCs, this episode covers it all. Learn actionable tips on how to create a cleaner, healthier living environment, balance energy efficiency with well-being, and even optimize your space for better sleep and recovery. Whether you’re dealing with mold, poor air quality, or harmful household products, this episode gives you the tools to transform your home into a biohacker’s dream.
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Today, we’re hacking your home—big time. I’m sitting down with three experts who know exactly how your living space might be messing with your health, and more importantly, how to fix it.
First up, we’ve got Michael Rubino, aka the mold medic, who’s here to blow your mind about the invisible toxins lurking in your walls. Mold? It’s everywhere, and it’s doing more damage than you think. Michael’s got killer insights on why dust might be your biggest health enemy and exactly how to get rid of it before it starts messing with your system.
Then, we’ve got Ryan Blaser dropping some serious science on environmental toxins you probably didn’t even know were impacting you. EMFs? VOCs? Ryan explains why your home’s air quality might be worse than you think, and how to fix it with a few smart biohacks.
Finally, Matteo Franceschetti, the sleep optimization guru, breaks down how your home could be trashing your sleep. He’s got the secrets to transforming your environment so you can supercharge your recovery and performance every night.
Check out the Full Episodes here:
- Detox Your Home: How to Improve Indoor Air Quality & Get Rid of Mold – Michael Rubino | 1036
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gncPqFlRXho&t=2s
- How Mold Affects Your Health & What You Can Do About It – Michael Rubino | 1041
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QD5RUcN8uds&t=2s
- Improve Your Home Environment & Breathe Better – Michael Rubino | 1045
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gncPqFlRXho&t=2s
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“If you want to know if your air quality is good, stop testing your air, start testing your dust.”
Michael Rubino
- 00:00 — Introduction: The Hidden Dangers in Your Home
Dave Asprey kicks off the episode by highlighting the unseen environmental toxins that could be negatively affecting your health every day, from mold to VOCs.
- 00:02 — Air Quality and Mold: The Silent Threat
Michael Rubino dives into how mold can infiltrate even the cleanest homes, explaining why dust and air quality are major contributors to chronic health issues.
- 00:40 — Furniture Choices for Better Air Quality
Discover how the materials in your home, particularly your furniture, can either improve or degrade air quality—why leather might be a healthier choice over fabric.
- 01:51 — Cleaning and Maintenance Tips
Practical tips for keeping your home cleaner, such as the right products and techniques to reduce indoor pollutants and improve air quality.
- 03:00 — The Impact of Environmental Toxins
Ryan Blaser breaks down how invisible environmental toxins—like EMFs and VOCs—affect your overall well-being and what you can do to mitigate their impact.
- 04:04 — Formaldehyde and VOCs: Invisible Enemies
Exploring the dangers of volatile organic compounds (VOCs), with a focus on formaldehyde in everyday products and how to limit exposure in your home.
- 07:36 — Energy Efficiency vs. Health
Discussion on how modern energy-efficient homes, while great for saving energy, can actually trap pollutants and compromise indoor air quality.
- 11:14 — HVAC Systems and Air Filters
Ryan explains the importance of choosing the right HVAC systems and air filters, including a deep dive into MERV ratings and how they can significantly improve your air quality.
- 21:57 — DIY Dust Testing and Home Lab Kits
Michael shares DIY tips for testing the dust in your home and how using home lab kits can give you critical insights into your home’s air quality.
- 29:02 — Top Indoor Pollutants and Final Thoughts
A recap of the top indoor pollutants, including mold, VOCs, and dust, and expert tips on how to address these issues to create a healthier home environment.
- 30:47 — Identifying Mold in Your Home
How to identify early signs of mold in your living space, even when it’s not visible to the naked eye, and what steps to take next.
- 31:46 — Health Impacts of Mold Exposure
An exploration into the health issues mold exposure can cause, from respiratory problems to long-term chronic conditions.
- 32:18 — Dangers of Air Fresheners and Fragrances
Why air fresheners and artificial fragrances may be doing more harm than good, and healthier alternatives to freshen your indoor air.
- 33:23 — Improving Indoor Air Quality
Simple and actionable steps to immediately improve the air quality in your home, including ventilation strategies and product choices.
- 35:59 — Gas vs. Electric Stoves
The health risks associated with gas stoves vs. electric stoves, and how your cooking choices could impact indoor air pollution.
- 37:07 — Lighting and Its Effects on Health
Matteo Franceschetti shares how lighting in your home can disrupt your circadian rhythm and impact your sleep, and how to optimize it for better health.
- 40:57 — Managing Humidity and Mold in Humid Climates
Tips for managing humidity in tropical or high-humidity environments, including the best dehumidifiers and practices for mold prevention.
- 43:17 — Carbon Monoxide: The Silent Killer
A deep dive into the dangers of carbon monoxide in the home and why every household needs a CO detector to avoid potentially deadly consequences.
- 46:26 — Dealing with VOCs in Your Home
Further discussion on how to minimize VOC exposure in your living space, including actionable tips for improving ventilation and product selection.
- 50:38 — Importance of Regular Cleaning
Why regular cleaning and maintenance play a critical role in keeping pollutants at bay, along with recommended cleaning practices to optimize air quality.
- 52:26 — Noise Pollution and Its Impact
Matteo discusses how noise pollution can disrupt sleep and stress levels, offering practical solutions to minimize noise in your living environment.
- 53:41 — Advanced Sleep Tracking Technology
The latest in sleep tracking technology, shared by Matteo, to help you monitor and enhance your sleep quality for better recovery and performance.
- 59:04 — The Future of Consumer and Medical Devices
A look into the future of biohacking and home health technology, with insights into upcoming consumer and medical devices that will further optimize your living space.
Resources:
- Michael Rubino’s Website: https://www.themoldmedic.com
- Michael Rubino’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michaelrubino
- Michael Rubino’s Book: https://www.themoldmedic.com/books
- Michael Rubino’s Company: https://www.allamericanrestoration.com
- Ryan Blaser’s Website: https://www.testmyhome.com
- Ryan Blaser’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryanblaser
- Ryan Blaser’s Blog: https://www.testmyhome.com/blog
- Matteo Franceschetti’s Website: https://www.eightsleep.com
- Matteo Franceschetti’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matteofranceschetti
- Matteo Franceschetti’s Company: https://www.eightsleep.com
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