Can you imagine a world where you're not bound by the inevitability of aging? These days it seems as though there’s a never-ending pursuit of immortality, but it’s important to question the quality of life that extended lifespans might offer. The secret to a longer, happier life may not solely lie in age-reversing technologies and biohacking techniques, but rather in our experiences and connections with the world.   I’m joined by Dr. Christopher Shade, and we’re diving into the realm of biohacking, self-care, and the prospects of reversing and embracing aging. From nutrition and detoxification to stem cells and peptides, we discuss the plethora of tools at our disposal to reverse the aging process. We also cover the practical implications of integrating one's consciousness into a machine, and why self-care and taking responsibility for our emotional health is essential.    Dr. Christopher Shade, PhD, founder and CEO of Quicksilver Scientific®, specializes in the biological, environmental, and analytical chemistry of mercury in all its forms and their interactions with sulfur compounds, particularly glutathione and its enzyme system. Dr. Shade is regularly sought out to speak as an educator on the topics of mercury, environmental toxicities, neuroinflammation, immune dysregulation, and the human detoxification system in the United States and internationally. He has helped corporate executives, professional athletes, celebrities, children with autism, patients with chronic immune disorders and more. He strives to evolve the way the medical industry delivers care, and he is perpetually broadening the way the world understands health. Thank you to our sponsors for making this episode possible: Restoracell: Use code NAT25 at https://www.vitaliskincare.com/ LMNT: Use Drinklmnt.com/NAT to get 8 free single serves with any order to try different flavors. Berkeley Life: Consumers may register and place an order using my code NIDDBL for 10% off at berkeleylife.com   Find more from Nathalie: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmholC48MqRC50UffIZOMOQ Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/biohackingsuperhumanperformance Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nathalieniddam/ Website: NatNiddam.com Join Nat’s Membership Community: https://www.natniddam.com/bsp-community Work with Nat: Book Your 20 Minute Optimization Consult: https://calendly.com/nniddam/intro-call?month=2021-08   Find more from Dr. Christopher Shade: Website: quicksilverscientific.com Instagram: @dr.christophershade, @quicksilverscientific What we discuss: (0:00:04) - Reversing and embracing aging (0:09:44) - Benefits of biohacking and self-care (0:15:34) - Detoxification and chronic infections (0:22:30) - Bio reset (0:35:07) - Functional and integrative medicine (0:45:50) - Bio age reset and detox program (0:57:05) - The power of self-love and gratitude Key Takeaways: Taking 100% responsibility for our internal emotional life means being mindful of how we choose to respond to others. We don't necessarily have to get upset when someone says something negative to us, as our emotional reactions are our own responsibility. This also extends to taking 100% responsibility for our own personal growth and life journey, and being mindful of our words and actions towards others. Bile serves as the pathway for toxins to exit the liver and enter the gastrointestinal (GI) tract. However, stress, being in a sympathetic state, and estrogen dominance can block bile flow. This can lead to activation of glutamate receptors and hinder the prioritization of regenerative processes. It is easy to fall into an inflammatory state, inhibiting positive growth and contributing to weight gain. Toxins play a role in triggering and prolonging this inflammatory state, preventing us from entering a positive, regenerative state. There are a multitude of environmental toxins that we are exposed to, as well as our own biological waste, which can accumulate if our body's processes