Biohacking Beauty: The Anti-Aging Skincare Podcast
Episode: Dr. Scott Scher: The Anti-Aging Hack Most People Miss
Host: Amitai Eshel
Release Date: November 27, 2024

Introduction

In this insightful episode of Biohacking Beauty, host Amitai Eshel welcomes back Dr. Scott Scher, a renowned expert in hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) and co-founder of Troscriptions. The conversation delves deep into the often-overlooked anti-aging strategies centered around mitochondrial health, metabolomics, and innovative supplement delivery systems.

Guest Background

Dr. Scott Scher is a pioneer in hyperbaric oxygen therapy and a leading figure in biohacking for health optimization. With a rich background in integrative medicine, Dr. Scher has dedicated over a decade to exploring how oxygen therapies and mitochondrial function can significantly impact aging and overall health. He co-founded Troscriptions, a company revolutionizing biohacking through innovative troches and other bioactive products.

Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) and Anti-Aging

Dr. Scher emphasizes the profound impact of HBOT on anti-aging, particularly its ability to rebuild blood vessels and optimize mitochondrial function.

• Rebuilding Blood Vessels:
  “We know that the technology itself can rebuild blood vessels in areas…the skin looks healthier overall.” [28:00]

• Mitochondrial Optimization:
  Dr. Scher discusses how HBOT enhances mitochondrial function, which is crucial for energy production and reducing inflammation—key factors in the aging process.
  “Hyperbaric therapy can compensate for mitochondrial dysfunction, allowing patients to heal and optimize over time.” [07:37]

• Contextual Use:
  HBOT should be part of a broader longevity strategy, not a standalone solution. Dr. Scher advises integrating HBOT with other lifestyle and dietary optimizations to maximize benefits.
  “If you're not doing, you know, five or 10 other things, then it's a waste of money, it's a waste of time.” [28:32]

Mitochondrial Function and Metabolomics

A significant portion of the discussion centers on the role of mitochondria in aging and how metabolomics serves as a tool to personalize health and skincare regimens.

• Mitochondrial Health:
  Dr. Scher highlights that 94% of the U.S. adult population suffers from some form of mitochondrial dysfunction, leading to various health issues such as brain fog, fatigue, and cardiovascular problems.
  “Only 6% of the United States population has optimized mitochondria.” [22:59]

• Metabolomics Explained:
  Metabolomics involves analyzing metabolites to understand real-time physiological states, offering a comprehensive view of an individual's health and guiding personalized interventions.
  “Metabolomics is basically like a readout of how well your body functions.” [07:37]

• Future of Personalized Skincare:
  Dr. Scher envisions metabolomics as the foundation for truly personalized skincare, moving beyond generic recommendations to tailored solutions based on an individual’s metabolic profile.
  “We have to measure where people are from a foundational oxidative load inflammatory state.” [34:30]

Troches vs. Traditional Supplements

A discussion on the advantages of troches over traditional supplements reveals their potential for more effective and precise dosing.

• Buccal Absorption:
  Troches dissolve between the cheek and gum, allowing for direct absorption into the bloodstream, bypassing the digestive system, which often inactivates supplements.
  “It's a buccal absorption… bypassing digestion keeps the ingredients more active.” [40:25]

• Titrateable Dosing:
  Unlike capsules, troches can be precisely divided to adjust dosages according to individual needs, enhancing their flexibility and effectiveness.
  “Trochees are great because they're easy to titrate… start with a quarter or an eighth.” [40:25]

• Methylene Blue Bioavailability:
  Methylene blue is nearly 100% bioavailable whether taken as a troche or swallowed, though troches offer faster absorption.
  “Methylene blue is an anomaly… almost a hundred percent bioavailable.” [43:26]

Product Spotlight: Troscriptions and Troches

Dr. Scher and Amitai discuss the innovative products from Troscriptions, focusing on their unique delivery systems and benefits.

• Trimmune and Troplusmune:
  These troches contain cordycepin, derived from the cordyceps mushroom, known for its anti-inflammatory and immune-boosting properties.
  “Cordycepin works as an adenosine agonist… helps in fighting viral infections and inflammation.” [47:20]

• Precision Dosing:
  Troplusmune offers higher doses for condition-based use, while Trimmune provides lower doses for daily maintenance.
  “Trimmune is for day-to-day operations… Troplusmune is used for higher therapeutic needs.” [47:12]

• User Experiences:
  Users reported enhanced deep sleep and immune support, with some experiencing improved skin health due to reduced inflammation and better mitochondrial function.
  “People have told me they slept for the first time in years... because it increases deep sleep.” [53:17]

Lifestyle Factors for Anti-Aging

Integrating HBOT and supplements with broader lifestyle changes is crucial for effective anti-aging.

• Sleep Optimization:
  Emphasizing the importance of deep sleep in healing and maintaining youthful skin, Dr. Scher advocates for using Troche products to enhance sleep quality.
  “Sleep is the best medicine… more deep sleep means better healing and skin health.” [50:05]

• Stress Management:
  Managing oxidative stress through HBOT and supplements like Trocom helps in reducing cortisol levels, which are detrimental to skin health by increasing collagen degradation and dead skin accumulation.
  “Cortisol increases the releasing of dead skin which accumulates.” [60:08]

• Diet and Lifestyle:
  Personalized diets and lifestyle adjustments based on metabolomic data support mitochondrial health, further enhancing anti-aging efforts.
  “Using metabolomics to personalize diet, lifestyle behaviors, and supplementation.” [12:40]

Integration with Skincare

Dr. Scher connects mitochondrial health and HBOT with tangible skincare benefits, underscoring the systemic nature of skin health.

• Collagen Production:
  HBOT has been shown to boost collagen production, leading to reduced wrinkles and improved skin elasticity.
  “Studies on collagen production in the skin with hyperbaric therapy show reduced wrinkles.” [31:01]

• Protection Against Radiation:
  Methylene blue protects skin cells from radiation damage, which is crucial given increased everyday exposure from environments and devices.
  “Methylene blue protects your skin from radiation by supporting mitochondrial function.” [46:44]

• Comprehensive Skincare Approach:
  Combining HBOT, troches, and personalized skincare routines creates a robust anti-aging regimen that addresses both internal and external factors affecting skin health.
  “Supporting mitochondrial function is essential for improving skin health.” [44:49]

Conclusions and Takeaways

The episode wraps up with actionable insights and key takeaways for listeners aiming to optimize their anti-aging strategies through advanced biohacks.

• Holistic Approach:
  Effective anti-aging requires integrating HBOT, mitochondrial support, personalized supplements, and lifestyle changes.

• Personalization through Metabolomics:
  Utilizing metabolomic data ensures that skincare and health interventions are tailored to individual physiological states, enhancing effectiveness.

• Innovative Supplement Delivery:
  Troches offer superior bioavailability and precise dosing, making them a preferred choice over traditional supplements for targeted health benefits.

• Continuous Optimization:
  Longevity and skin health are ongoing processes that benefit from regular monitoring and adjustments based on metabolic feedback.

Notable Quotes

• “I'm a conductor of all things health optimization.” – Dr. Scott Scher [03:17]

• “Only 6% of the United States population has optimized mitochondria.” – Dr. Scott Scher [22:59]

• “Sleep is the best medicine.” – Dr. Scott Scher [50:05]

• “Methylene blue is protecting your mitochondria.” – Dr. Scott Scher [46:44]

• “Cortisol increases the releasing of dead skin which accumulates.” – Amitai Eshel [60:08]

Further Resources

• Troscriptions Website: troscriptions.com
  Explore their range of troches and learn more about their innovative biohacking solutions.

• Integrative HBOT: integrativehbot.com
  Discover more about Dr. Scott Scher’s hyperbaric oxygen therapy practices.

• Nonprofit Health Optimization Medicine: homehope.org
  Access educational resources and certification courses on health optimization and metabolomics.

• Follow Dr. Scott Scher on Instagram:
  @rscherrs
  Stay updated with the latest insights and developments from Dr. Scher.

This episode offers a comprehensive look into how advanced therapies like HBOT and personalized supplements can play a pivotal role in anti-aging and skin health. Dr. Scott Scher's expertise provides valuable strategies for listeners seeking to embrace aging gracefully through science-backed biohacks.