The Lack of Research on Women's Health and Biohacking: Addressing the Gender Gap

In today's episode, I explore historical limitations and biases in women's health research, shedding light on the underrepresentation of women in medical studies and clinical trials.  I also speak about the impact of hormonal variability and individual variations on women's health and medication safety and efficacy.  Tune in as I also discuss options for biohacking interventions and tools tailored specifically for women's unique needs.   I talk about: 01:00 - I will be in Orlando Florida for the Biohacking Conference! 06:30 - Listen to the previous episode to the end 13:30 - The lack of women in the biohacking space 15:00 - The limited amount of research on women’s health 17:00 - Women’s hormonal fluctuations 18:00 - Unequal research funding for women’s health 20:00 - Limited access to healthcare for women 28:00 - The Natural Cycles app and Elvie 30:00 - The Women’s Health Initiative 35:00 - Women are the original biohackers but there are few women-founded biohacking companies 36:30 - Biohacking companies founded by women and women-first   Resources: Check out my Ebb and Flow Cycle Guide that teaches you how to adapt your nutrition, exercise, supplements, lifestyle, biohacks and more to align with each of your menstrual cycle phases   Let’s Connect: Ebb and Flow Cycle Guide Instagram TikTok Facebook Shop my favorite health products Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts   Sponsors: Get BiOptimizers magnesium breakthrough for better sleep and use the code BIOHACKINGBRITTANY to get a discount! Get the Lifestacks MCT powder, which is made from MCT powder, adaptogens and nootropics, perfect for any pick-me-up drink during the day!