Boundless Life

*The air you breathe, the light you see, and the water you drink have all been quietly sabotaged by modern life—here's how to fight back without ripping your house apart.*
Episode Summary
In this episode, we shift from last week's hormesis deep-dive to the second weapon in your ancestral mismatch arsenal: your environment. You'll discover how degraded air quality, flickering LED lights, contaminated water, and invisible EMFs are silently wrecking your sleep, fogging your brain, and loading you with toxins—then get a practical, budget-friendly environmental audit you can start this weekend.
Question of the Day 🗣️
What's one thing in your living or working environment you've always suspected might be affecting your health—but haven't done anything about yet?
Key Takeaways
Your environment may be undermining your health more than your diet or exercise routine—air, light, water, and EMFs are the invisible variables most people ignore.
Modern indoor air quality, fluorescent lighting, treated water, and constant wireless exposure create a toxic soup our biology was never designed to handle.
You don't need a full home renovation to make a meaningful difference—standalone HEPA filters, incandescent bulbs, countertop RO systems, and airplane mode are powerful starting points.
A basic environmental audit is one of the highest-ROI health moves you can make with minimal cost.
This is part two of a three-part ancestral mismatch series—next week: food.
Timestamped Outline ⏱️
00:27 – Recap: Ancestral mismatch & hormesis from previous episodes
00:50 – Today's focus: Your environment as a health optimization tool
01:07 – Why your environment matters more than you think
01:25 – The hidden health costs: poor air, LED flicker, polluted water, EMFs
01:50 – What Ben's North Idaho home looks like: the extreme example
02:05 – HEPA filtration, incandescent lighting, 14-stage RO water, zero Wi-Fi
02:29 – Hardwired Cat 8 Ethernet in every room
02:40 – Full video tour with building biologist Brian Hoyer
02:55 – Budget-friendly steps: you don't need a jackhammer
03:00 – Standalone HEPA bedroom filter options
03:21 – Lighting swaps: incandescent and modified LEDs over fluorescents
03:30 – Affordable countertop reverse osmosis filters
03:40 – Phone hygiene: airplane mode, disabling Wi-Fi & Bluetooth
03:55 – Boundless book: the deeper dive on environmental modifications
04:10 – Preview: Part 3 next week—food and the ancestral mismatch
Links & Resources 🔗
Previous episode on the Ancestral Mismatch & Hormesis
Full Home Tour with Building Biologist Brian HoyerBen's book Boundless
Connect & CTA 🎯
👉 Get these thoughts delivered to your inbox every week—subscribe at BenGreenfieldLife.com/newsletter and join the conversation with your comments and questions.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Full Shownotes: BenGreenfieldLife.com/bluelighttruth
In this episode, Matt Maruca, CEO and co-founder of Ra Optics, dives deep into the science and practical realities of blue light, circadian health, and optimizing your environment for better sleep and longevity. We tackle the nuances of blue light exposure from sunlight versus artificial sources, break down how proper blue light-blocking glasses can support melatonin production and overall wellness, and bust common myths—including those from recent documentaries and reviews. Along the way, Matt shares updates on the latest lens technology, why not all blue blockers are created equal, and the future of lighting and color therapy for health.
Matt Maruca is the founder & CEO of Ra Optics, the leader in premium blue light protection eyewear. Matt founded Ra Optics after a decade-long journey to improve his own chronic health issues as a child and teenager.
As he looked further, he came across the science of mitochondria, circadian rhythms, and how light influences these factors—playing an essential, but overlooked, role in our health and well-being. He became fascinated by entrepreneurship, and decided that he could use the in-formation that helped him to help others.
Matt also created The Light Diet, a diet that directly addresses the root of the modern, chronic disease epidemic and mitochondrial dysfunction. Matt now spends his time traveling the world, studying and teaching about the relevance of light in human health cycles with a focus on reversing this situation, as well as integrating science with ancient Eastern wisdom.
Episode Sponsors:
BIOptimizers Magnesium Breakthrough: The 7 essential forms of magnesium included in this full spectrum serving help you relax, unwind, and turn off your active brain after a long and stressful day so you can rest peacefully and wake up feeling refreshed, vibrant, and alert. Go to bioptimizers.com/ben and use code ben15 for 15% off any order.
Our Place: Upgrade to Our Place today and say goodbye to forever chemicals in your kitchen. Go to fromourplace.com/ben and enter my code BEN at checkout to receive 10% off sitewide.
Truvaga: Balance your nervous system naturally with Truvaga's vagus nerve stimulator. Visit Truvaga.com/Greenfield and use code GREENFIELD30 to save $30 off any Truvaga device. Calm your mind, focus better, and recover faster in just two minutes.
Organifi Shilajit Gummies: Harness the ancient power of pure Himalayan Shilajit anytime you want with these convenient and tasty gummies. Get them now for 20% off at organifi.com/Ben.
Quantum Upgrade: Recent research has revealed that the Quantum Upgrade was able to increase ATP production by a jaw-dropping 20–25% in human cells. Unlock a 15-day free trial with the code BEN15 at quantumupgrade.io.
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode Full Show Notes: https:/bengreenfieldlife.com/optimizedliving
In this special "Best Of" episode, I pulled together some of the most impactful conversations to help you kickstart your boundless life. If you’re feeling stuck, battling brain fog, chronic fatigue, or just know that you’re capable of more, this episode is your reset button. I’ve pulled together the most actionable, powerful conversations with multiple experts from the past year to give you a true roadmap to kicking off your boundless life.
You’ll hear from Dr. Trish Leigh on how porn rewires your dopamine system and how to reclaim your focus, Leela Centner on detoxing practices ranging from grounding and rebounding to colonics, and Sharad Baid breaking down practical biohacks you can use all around the world. We’ll also dive into cold exposure versus cryotherapy with Maria Ensabella.
Whether you listen start to finish or jump to the section that speaks to you most, you’ll find actionable tips to optimize your health, fitness, and longevity. This isn’t just theory—it’s a collection of real-life, practical strategies from some of the best minds in health and wellness.
Episode Sponsors:
Fatty15: Fatty15 is on a mission to optimize your C15:0 levels and help you live healthier, longer. You can get an additional 15% off their 90-day subscription Starter Kit by going to fatty15.com/BEN and using code BEN at checkout.
Hiya: Give your kids the full-body nourishment they need to grow into healthy adults. I’ve secured a special deal with Hiya on their best-selling children's vitamin—get 50% off your first order today! To claim this deal, you must go to hiyahealth.com/BEN (it is not available on their regular website).
Young Goose: To experience the transformative power of Young Goose's cutting-edge products, visit younggoose.com and use code BEN10 at checkout to enjoy a 10% discount on your first order.
Quantum Upgrade: Recent research has revealed that the Quantum Upgrade was able to increase ATP production by a jaw-dropping 20–25% in human cells. Unlock a 15-day free trial with the code BEN15 at quantumupgrade.io.
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why Comfort is Slowly Killing You—And the Ancient Mismatch Making You Sick
How modern life has turned us into zoo animals—and the simple stress strategy our ancestors used to stay strong, lean, and disease-free.
Over the past five weeks, I’ve given you my perspective on the biohacking and longevity scene. I’ve noted the emptiness and time-wasting that can result from the vain pursuit of immortality so often seen in the “advanced” health optimization world (if you missed any of my articles, you can read them here).
Episode Summary
In this episode, I dive into why chasing biohacking gadgets and anti-aging protocols misses the bigger picture: we're living in an environment our biology was never designed for. I'll reveal the concept of "ancestral mismatch"—how our caveman bodies struggle in our temperature-controlled, food-abundant, movement-starved modern world—and show you how strategic doses of discomfort (hormetic stress) can reverse chronic disease. This isn't about becoming a caveman; it's about getting the basics right that actually move the needle.
Question of the Day 🗣️
Which ancestral mismatch hits you hardest—too much comfort, too much food availability, or too little movement? And what's ONE hormetic stressor you could add to your day starting tomorrow?
Key Takeaways
We're zoo animals now — Just like captive animals die from metabolic disorders instead of predators, we've traded acute ancestral struggles for chronic modern diseases.
Comfort gradually kills — As my friend Gary Brecka says, aging is "the aggressive pursuit of comfort," and our temperature-controlled, movement-free existence accelerates biological entropy.
Hormesis is the antidote — What harms you in large doses (exercise, cold, heat, fasting, plant toxins) builds resilience in small, strategic amounts.
The ancestral mismatch is everywhere — We have caveman biology operating in a world of 24/7 hyper-palatable food, climate control, and desk work.
Timestamps
00:00 – Introduction: Is biohacking a waste of time?
00:49 – The truth about stem cells, peptides & anti-aging modalities
01:47 – What is the ancestral mismatch?
03:06 – Why we can't go back (and shouldn't want to)
04:29 – The hormesis principle I live by: small stress = big resilience
05:23 – Exercise damage builds muscle (in the right dose)
05:50 – Sauna reduces all-cause mortality
06:06 – Plant toxins (gluten, lectins, saponins) make you stronger
06:38 – Fasting for 12–16 hours vs. extended deprivation
07:16 – My daily hormesis checklist (lift, sweat, cold, plants, sunlight)
07:54 – Next episode preview: I'll show you how to build your own home "blue zone"
Connect & CTA 🎯
👉 Get these thoughts delivered to your inbox every week—subscribe at BenGreenfieldLife.com/newsletter and join the conversation with your comments and questions.


See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Full Show Notes: bengreenfieldlife.com/lnkyal/
In this episode, you'll get to discover the fascinating realm of revolutionary peptides with two-time guest, Kyal Van Der Leest — a distinguished naturopath, nutritionist, supplement formulator, and the founder of LVLUP Health (use code BEN10 to save 10%). Discover how these powerful compounds can rapidly repair tissues, elevate your energy by boosting NAD levels, sharpen your mind, and even naturally enhance sexual health, offering alternatives to medications like Viagra.
Kyal Van Der Leest is the founder, formulator, and face of LVLUP Health, an Australian-based supplement company. Under his guidance, LVLUP Health (use code BEN10 to save 10%) has created a diverse range of cutting-edge supplements utilizing incredibly powerful ingredients that you may not have heard of before. His formulations aim to simplify complex health protocols, reducing the need for multiple products by offering all-in-one solutions that make supplementation easy and effective.
Episode Sponsors:
Apollo: Apollo is a safe and non-invasive wearable that actively improves your sleep. Head over to apolloneuro.com/bengreenfield and use code BENGREENFIELD for $90 off.
Just Thrive: Just Thrive Probiotic is the only probiotic clinically proven to arrive 100% alive in your gut, wrestling in less bloat, better energy, and even clear skin. Digestive Bitters packs 12 science-backed herbs in one tasteless capsule that jumpstarts your digestion and supports GLP-1 production so cravings don’t control you. Visit justthrivehealth.com/BENand save 20% with promo code BEN. See the difference for yourself or get a full product refund, no questions asked.
Sunlighten: Sunlighten's patented infrared sauna technology delivers the highest quality near, mid, and far infrared wavelengths to reduce inflammation, boost mitochondrial function, enhance detox pathways, and optimize recovery—backed by 25+ years of clinically proven, non-toxic innovation. Save up to $1,400 at get.sunlighten.com/ben with code BEN.
Formula IQ: Recuperate IQ by Formula IQ is a comprehensive copper supplement designed to support mitochondrial energy, iron balance, and metabolic health by pairing bioavailable copper with essential cofactors your body needs for proper utilization, which is especially crucial if you've been under chronic stress or supplementing with high-dose zinc. Try it at formulaiq.com and use code BEN for 10% off.
LeelaQ: Not only do LeelaQ’s products neutralize EMFs, increase ATP production, optimize HRV, and improve blood flow, but they've been third-party proven to do so in placebo-controlled double-blind studies. Visit leelaq.com and use code BEN10 for 10% off.


See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.