Psychedelics for Therapeutic Optimization with Shawn Wells
Join the world's top formulator Shawn Wells on how to use psychedelics for therapy. We also dive into microdosing protocols, mental health, and brain nutrition. Shawn Wells has formulated over 700 supplements, food, beverages, and cosmeceuticals and patented 20 novel ingredients including Teacrine, Dynamine and Dihydroberberine and is now known as the Ingredientologist - the scientist of ingredients. Formerly a Chief Clinical Dietitian with over a decade of clinical experience, he has counseled thousands of people on innovative health solutions such as keto, paleo, fasting, and supplements. His book, "The ENERGY Formula" has been recognized by both USA Today and Forbes as well as an Amazon best-seller in multiple categories. This presentation was filmed during Biohacker Summit Amsterdam in October 2022. Check https://biohackersummit.com for upcoming events & tickets! Devices, supplements, guides, books & quality online courses for supporting your health & performance: https://biohackercenter.com Key moments and takeaways: 00:00 Introduction by Teemu Arina 03:11 Shawn Wells' personal story 04:20 Depression: You're Not Alone 05:35 Money vs. Changes in Regulation 06:18 The Importance of Facilitated Experiences 07:26 Studies & Metrics 09:19 It May Not Be Your Thing, But Let's Not Make It No One's Thing 09:26 More Studies & Proper Setup 10:12 Cures and Solutions Not Making It Out There 10:32 Ketamine, the Speedster Antidepressant 12:50 It's Not Just About Serotonin 14:32 Psychedelics Don't All Work The Same Way 16:46 It's About Dissociation and Neuroplasticity 17:58 CBD vs. Mood, Pain, Inflammation & Immunity 19:42 Getting Acetylcholine Back 20:48 Microdosing and Noootropics 23:53 Paraxanthine vs. Caffeine 26:19 Insights on Microdosing 29:53 Psychedelics and the Law