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In this enlightening conversation, Dr. Larry Weiss, CEO and founder of Symbiome, discusses the evolution of skincare through the lens of microbiome science. He reflects on his journey from natural products chemistry to the development of probiotic skincare, emphasizing the importance of understanding our microbiome and its role in health. Dr. Weiss explains how modern lifestyles have led to a loss of microbial diversity and resilience, contributing to various skin and health issues. He introduces Symbiome's innovative approach to skincare, which aims to restore the skin's natural microbiome and promote overall health through scientifically validated products. The discussion highlights the interconnectedness of skin health, gut health, and overall well-being, urging listeners to prioritize health and demand rigorous scientific validation in skincare products. Takeaways ✅ The first probiotic skincare product was Mother Dirt. ✅ We are a holobiome, co-evolving with our microbiome. ✅ Health is defined by resilience in response to stress. ✅ The loss of microbial diversity is significant. ✅ Symbiome aims to restore the skin's natural microbiome. Chapters 00:00 The Journey into Skincare and Microbiome 13:49 Understanding the Microbiome's Role in Health 26:05 The Science Behind Symbiome Products 38:45 Restoring Resilience Through Skincare
腸内細菌をはじめ、人類はさまざまな微生物と暮らしている。人類が花粉症に悩まされる理由の一つは寄生虫の根絶だったなどの小ネタを話しました03:05 アメリカにも花粉症がある04:00 アメリカでのアレルギー検査のやり方(針がたくさん付いた検査器を腕にぶっ刺す)09:24 寄生虫がいることによって出てくる物質が抑制される = アレルギー抑制されることもあった10:07 清潔の副次効果で今まで共生してきた微生物がいなくなったことで出始めたのがアレルギーかも12:43 微生物を自分の肌で培養することでシャンプーせずに暮らしている微生物学者が作った製品(Mother Dirt)13:40 実際に使ってみた感想:毎日洗うことが習慣になっているから結局洗ってしまう15:08 プロダクトの成り立ちをそのままストーリーにすると良くないこともある16:52 Mother Dirtという製品:シャンプー、クレンザー、ミスト17:47 「12年間シャワー無しで生きている人がいる」18:55 6ヶ月くらい使った人は砂糖醤油の匂いがするようになった19:30 2021年にリブランディングして価格があがったらしい20:19 菌、腸内細菌や体表の細菌など、ホットな分野エピソード内で取り上げた情報へのリンク: バクテリアとともに暮らす(2015年) 肌にアンモニア分解バクテリアをスプレーすると体臭がなくなる人体実験 (2019年)テック業界で働く3人が、テクノロジーとクリエイティブに関するトピックを、視点を行き交わしながら語り合います。及川卓也 @takoratta プロダクトマネジメントとプロダクト開発組織づくりの専門家 自己紹介エピソード ep1, ep2関信浩 @NobuhiroSeki アメリカ・ニューヨークでスタートアップ投資を行う、何でも屋 自己紹介エピソード ep52上野美香 @mikamika59 マーケティング・プロダクトマネジメントを手掛けるフリーランス 自己紹介エピソード ep53Official X: @x_crossing_ https://x-crossing.com
Entrepreneurship in Beauty, with the most badass entrepreneur I know, Jasmina Agonovic. Previously a founder at Mother Dirt, her new company Arcaea was born out of her entrepreneur in residence journey with Ginkgo Bioworks. We talked about entrepreneurship and biotech. Disclaimer, at some point I seemed to have forgotten who was interviewing who, but I think the conversation turned out pretty well! Hope you enjoy it as much as I did! Interested in supporting the podcast? Find us on Patreon at www.patreon.com/theecowell
Beauty is often considered a superficial quality, but it has tremendous power over us. This week's episode, produced in partnership with Grow by Ginkgo, features two stories adapted from Grow's 2020 print issue on Beauty. To read more, head over to growbyginkgo.com. Part 1: When Sudeep Agarwala becomes a synthetic biologist, he rediscovers a tradition from his childhood. Part 2: Jasmina Aganovic's passion for science leads her to an unexpected place. Sudeep Agarwala is a yeast geneticist and synthetic biologist at Ginkgo Bioworks. His writing about biology has appeared in the Washington Post and Grow Magazine. Jasmina Aganovic is a cosmetics industry professional passionate about translating innovation into meaningful brands that have an opportunity to connect with a broader audience. Her previous company, Mother Dirt, included a line of products focused on the skin microbiome. Now, Jasmina is working with the powerful Ginkgo Foundry to see what we can learn from biology and can harness through microbes for use in the personal care industry. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jasmina is a beauty industry pioneer who is passionate about translating innovation into meaningful brands that connect us with the miracle of biology. Her previous company, Mother Dirt, included a line of products focused on the skin microbiome. The hero product restores Ammonia-Oxidizing Bacteria (AOB), which current hygiene practices have stripped from the skin. Now, Jasmina is working with the powerful Ginkgo Foundry to see what we can learn from nature and harness through microbes for use in the personal care industry. We talk to Jasmina about the incredible potential of this work and how it reminds us that natural, biological intelligence is the oldest and often most reliable intelligence of all.Learn more:Website - https://www.ginkgobioworks.com/Also mentioned:C16 BioSciences (synthetic palm oil) - https://www.c16bio.com/
This week, Monica and Jennifer sit down with Jasmina Aganovic to talk about all things beauty and biotechnology. After earning a degree in Chemical and Biological Engineering from MIT, Jasmina worked with well-known beauty brands like Fresh and Living Proof before founding her own line, Mother Dirt, a brand that uses the naturally occurring bacteria found on human skin to treat and cleanse without stripping. Currently, Jasmina is the entrepreneur in residence at Gingko Bioworks, a biotechnology company working to bring nature to the forefront in innovation. We cover a lot of ground in this episode including Gingko's partnership with Moderna, the weaknesses of the ‘clean' beauty industry, and why biology is the ultimate technology. Show NotesGingko Bioworks: The Organism CompanyGrow by GingkoNo Soap, No Shampoo, Bacteria-Rich Hygiene Experiment, by Julia Scott (The New York Times)Laboratory of Longings by Ani LiuDue to the increasing spread of Covid-19, we are taking the 2021 Biophilic Leadership Summit virtual. From the safety and comfort of your home or office, join thought-leaders for workshops, presentations, and engaging Q/As on the ‘biophilia effect' on health, climate change, policy, and future developments with a focus on Biophilia at Scale: Land and Water presentations focusing on land use and infrastructure. Join the Biophilic Movement on October 11th and October 12th, 2021, hosted by The B
Today's guest is Eric Koepp, co-founder of Skinesa, who shared all about whether probiotic skincare really helps eczema and topical steroid withdrawal (TSW). He also shares how many "real" brands of probiotic skincare exist on the market and which are the real brands of probiotic skincare. He also shares about real probiotic skincare brands - like Mother Dirt and Bak. To try Skinesa probiotics, use the code Abby5 to get $5 off your probiotics at Skinesa.com. ----------------------- For more eczema tips, follow Abby on: Facebook - facebook.com/eczemaconquerors Instagram - instagram.com/eczemaconquerors YouTube - youtube.com/user/eczemaconquerors Website - eczemaconquerors.com Want more eczema resources? Shop my Conqueror line of products to help your skin find relief ere: https://store.primephysiquenutrition.com/collections/all *Use the code PODCAST10 for 10% off your order here.
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Corinne Segura is a building biologist who had extreme chemical and mold sensitivities when she first set out to build a chemical-free tiny house. The research and testing of those materials is what sparked the creation of the My Chemical Free House blog. Corinne and I nerd out on how to avoid chemicals that are making you weak in your home, car, RV, etc.! We want to make sure you stay as healthy as possible and eliminate things that make you weak from your environment. We talk about some crazy stuff to avoid including: MOLD Moldy Movie a great (free!) documentary by Dave Asprey What to look out for in home inspections Cheryl Ceicko is a great resource! Homebiotic-- a probiotic you can spray on your walls! Corinne’s recipe for her a probiotic spray she puts on her skin. Mother Dirt the over the counter probiotic spray. Corinne recommends keeping an eye on your humidity with a simple $15 meter. PLASTICS Arleen Blum is an amazing scientist who you should know! Matt’s Reverse Osmosis water filter Corinne likes Brita filters FLAMETARDS How they continue to come out of your mattress forever If you buy a used sofa, buy one built after 2015. Avoid polyurethane CARS Corinne has an amazing resource on buying a chemical-free car. You can try a car hepa filter If you buy a new car, turn up the heat, and set it in the hot sun to let the chemicals come out. Buy a Honda The goal is PVC-free, withuse low-VOC adhesives, tapes, foams and coating materials HOMES Pots and pans Do not buy a teflon pan! Matt owns a set of Xtrema Ceramic Cookware Paint Carpets-- look for wool. Matt used ducttape under his carpets instead of glue. Air filters-- consider a HEPA filter for most compounds, but if you have allergies to mold consider a Molekule. Look for low VOC or Greenguard Gold Certification furniture. Williams and Sonoma and Pottery Barn make reasonably priced low VOC furniture CLEANING PRODUCTS Vinegar Peroxide Seventh generation or Ecos Magic Eraser Cleaning Pads Barkeeper’s Friend cleaning products
This special episode in partnership with Mother Dirt founder Jasmina Aganovic is going to blow your mind.Turn everything you thought you knew about skincare upside down and inside out and prepare to learn about a whole new way of thinking about how to treat your skin.I don't want to give too much away but during this episode you're going to learn how our modern tendency to be ultra clean has destroyed a crucial part of our skin. Scientists believe that this has helped to exacerbate a whole host of skin conditions possibly including eczema and acne.Jasmina is going to explain how a bit of dirt and a whole new way of thinking about our skin could change the future of the skincare industry forever. (I can't stop thinking about what I learnt during this interview!!)Later on in the episode I review my products of the week.Enjoy and see you on Wednesday with Cher Webb and The Ultimate Guide to Makeup xx
We're all familiar with seeing the words probiotic on everyday foods like yoghurts, but in the past few years skincare products are sporting similar labels and the beauty industry is abuzz with talk of skin microbiome skincare. You may have seen pro-, pre- and even post-biotic skincare products and wondered what they are and what they do for our skin. We came across all three microbiome skincare products trending at the 2019 edition of industry fair In-Cosmetics Global. A microbiome is defined as the entire colony of micro-organisms that live inside or outside the human body. Our skin biome is composed of micro-organisms ranging from bacteria, fungi and viruses to mites. This gathering of micro-organisms doesn't sound too appealing. After all, cosmetics aren't manufactured (usually) with the intention of containing live, active bacteria, which is why they are regulated and must pass stringent microbial challenge tests to be placed legally on the market. In this podcast, we hear about how scientific research into the skin biome is revealing the important role a healthy, micro-organism colony plays in maintaining the overall wellness and balance of our skin. We hear also about how our overuse of traditional personal care products is partly to blame for disrupting the skin's balanced pH. Anti-bacterial cosmetic products contribute to stripping away our skin's microbiome - including the so-called friendly bacteria - which is a first line of defence for our largest organ, skin, and our body as a whole. Our podcast guest Jasmina Aganovic is a chemical and biological engineer, alumni of MIT and co-founder of Mother Dirt, a skincare company whose tagline is 'rethinking clean'. Mother Dirt, a spin-off from AO Biome, a world-leading, clinical-stage microbiome company, was born out of research aimed at finding a scientific answer to the question: "Why are we cleaner than ever, have more products than ever, and yet a growing number of us have sensitivities, allergies, and other skin issues?". Mother Dirt's hero product - AO+ Mist - contains a live culture of a specific bacteria that has been clinically proven to restore clarity and balance to skin within four weeks. Jasmina explains that even though their science showed that 'rethinking clean' was indeed the way to go, Mother Dirt faced almost insurmountable challenges in getting AO+ Mist to market. The beauty industry, from manufacturers to distribution networks and retailers, isn't geared up to handle cosmetic products with live cultures requiring refrigeration. It is used to dealing with long shelf-life products. Listening to Jasmina, you'll learn to sort the facts from the fiction in skin microbiome skincare. You'll also hear about never giving up if you have a sound, revolutionising beauty concept to bring to the market - even if it flies in the face of received industry wisdom! In this episode on skin microbiome skincare, you'll hear about: How Mother Dirt is challenging the traditional, perceived notions of healthy skin and personal care products and what that means for the beauty industry; Why not all bacteria are bad and what damage the accepted norms of eradicating and sterilising bacteria can do to skin; How dirt, literally soil, contains bacteria that can in fact help alleviate skincare issues such as inflammation and hyper dryness; and Why skin microbiome skincare products need to be backed by sound science not hyperbole. Key take-outs include: If you are bringing a new cosmetic concept to market, be prepared to educate your market, including your partners such as potential retailers and distributors on the product, its needs and how to sell it to consumers. A totally new-concept skincare product might be best served selling direct to consumer to start with. Do your market research and, if you can, run your products through focus groups to hone your positioning and messaging. Being a first mover comes with a price but there are rewards. If your product is niche but has no specific consumer niche, you will need to work hard to think through how to position it in the market and about its branding and brand story. On the other hand, there are advantages to be had from cutting across traditional marketing silos. Get to understand your early-adopter customers and gauge their responses to help guide you in your marketing and retail choices. Find out more about Mother Dirt and the science behind its skin microbiome skincare: Mother Dirt website. Mother Dirt on Facebook. Mother Dirt on Instagram. Mother Dirt on Youtube. Mother Dirt on Twitter. Listen, Download and Subscribe to Green Beauty Conversations Thank you for joining us for this episode of the Formula Botanica: Green Beauty Conversations podcast. If you enjoyed this episode, please share, subscribe and review on iTunes or Stitcher so that more people can enjoy the show. Don’t forget to follow and connect with us on: Facebook. Twitter; and on Instagram.
In this episode I head to Tamara Ecclestone's beautiful home and we have a good old chinwag about great hair, hydra facials, how to grow your lashes after disastrous extensions and also about how motherhood has changed Tamara and how she feels about herself.Tamara is an easygoing and really down to earth woman and I hope you enjoy getting to know the real her.Later in the episode I talk about the pillars of a good skin routine and the fascinating brand Mother Dirt. They have produced a range of products to replenish the live bacteria on our skin with groundbreaking results.
Kriben Govender (Honours Degree in Food Science and Technology) and James Shadrach (Honours Degree in Psychology) chat with The President of Skincare company Mother Dirt on the Skin Microbiome, factors impacting the development of skin disorders and fostering a healthy skin ecosystem by reintroducing naturally occurring soil bacteria. Bio: Jasmina Aganovic is the President of Mother Dirt, a line of biome-friendly personal care products focused on restoring and maintaining the delicate balance of the skin biome. The technology is based off research from AOBiome, a biotech company focused on transforming human health through products that restore Ammonia-Oxidizing Bacteria (AOB), which current hygiene practices have stripped from the modern microbiome. She is a cosmetics and consumer goods entrepreneur who received her degree in chemical and biological engineering from MIT. Her career path combined her technical background with roles at consumer brands like LVMH, Fresh, NutraClick and Living Proof. Topics discussed: The Mother Dirt Origin Story- Meeting David Whitlock & Jamie Heywood Rolling in the dirt Ammonia Oxidising Bacteria The importance of nature The skin microbiome Acne, Eczema and Skin Inflammatory Disease The Skin Microbiome- Eyes and Ears of the Immune System Jasmina’s 10 year acne struggle “Less is more" The impact of Antibacterial Agents in Skincare Products What is P. acne? Balancing the Skin Microbiome Has David Whitlock taken a shower? Do we need to use deodorant? Skin Peace Keeper- Ammonia Oxidising Bacteria- nitrosomonas eutropha AO+ Mist function Using AO+ as a deodorant Biome Friendly Skincare What are Skin Probiotics? Is diversity best for the Skin Microbiome? When is the best time to apply AO+ Mist Is AO+ Mist suitable for children Jasmina’s Skincare Routine Jasmina’s top skincare tip Brought to you by: Nourishme Organics- Gut Health Super Store- Shine from the Inside Nourishme Organics- Gut Health Super Store- Shine from the Inside Shop Mother Dirt- 10% off using code: motherdirt https://www.nourishmeorganics.com.au/collections/mother-dirt Allele Microbiome- Microbiome Testing Microbiome Stool testing (10% off Gut Explorer Pro using code: gutlove) https://www.allele.com.au/collections/frontpage/products/gut-microbiome-analysis Connect with Jasmina Aganovic Website- https://motherdirt.com/ Connect with Kriben Govender: Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/kribengee/ Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/kribengovender/ Youtube- https://www.youtube.com/c/Nourishmeorganics?sub_confirmation=1 Gut Health Gurus Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/nourishmeorganics/ Mito Wellness Support Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/347845406055631/ Download links If you enjoyed this episode and would like to show your support: 1) Please subscribe on Itunes and leave a positive review Instructions: - Click this link https://itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/gut-health-gurus-podcast/id1433882512?mt=2 - Click "View in Itunes" button on the left hand side - This will open Itunes app - Click "Subscribe" button - Click on "Ratings and Reviews" tab - Click on "Write a Review" button Non Itunes user’s can leave a Google Review here: http://bit.ly/nourishmeorganics 2) Subscribe, like and leave a positive comment on Youtube https://www.youtube.com/c/Nourishmeorganics?sub_confirmation=1 3) Share your favourite episode on Facebook, Instagram, and Stories 4) Let your friends and family know about this Podcast by email, text, messenger etc 5) Support us on Patreon for as little as $5 per month and get same day, early access to our latest podcasts (typically around 4 to 6 weeks earlier than the general public) https://www.patreon.com/nourishmeorganics Thank you so much for your support. It means the world to us.
In today's hyper-clean, anti-germ world, we have been raised to believe that all germs and bacteria are bad for us, while this is not actually the case. Yes, some germs and bacteria are harmful, but a much larger percentage is useful to us. And unfortunately, conventional cleaning practices have stripped the skin of its microbiome. My guest for today's episode is Jasmina Aganovic, the President of Mother Dirt (a line of biome-friendly personal care products focused on restoring and maintaining the balance of the skin biome). The technology is based off research from AOBiome Therapeutics, a biotech company focused on transforming human health through products that restore Ammonia-Oxidizing Bacteria (AOB), which current hygiene practices have stripped from the modern microbiome. Jasmina is a cosmetics and consumer goods entrepreneur who received her degree in chemical and biological engineering from MIT. Her career path combined her technical background with roles at consumer brands like LVMH, Fresh, and Living Proof. In this episode, we delve into the skin's microbiome and try to recalibrate our perception of what it means to be clean. Have you introduced biome-friendly steps into your daily skincare regimen? Tell us about it in the comments! In this episode What is the skin microbiome? What are Ammonia Oxidizing Bacteria (Peacekeeper bacteria)? What does it mean to be clean? How to have a more biome-friendly routine Quotes “When we think about what it means to be clean, it certainly is built around this concept of not having bacteria there. And it is because we have always associated bacteria with being sick or being unhealthy.” [1:42] “Ammonia Oxidizing Bacteria is kind of a crucial lost bacteria that once used to exist on our skin to help promote balance.” [4:54] “The whole point of being clean is to be healthy. And the interesting thing is that we're now learning that bacteria are actually playing a crucial role in helping us be healthy.” [6:30] Links Find Mother Dirt online here Follow Mother Dirt on Instagram The Beauty of Dirty Skin by Dr. Whitney Bowe The Dirt Cure by Maya Shetreat Kahn
On today’s episode I sync up with psychiatrist, Dr. Samantha Boardman to talk about her unique and positive approach to psychiatry that emphasizes incorporating physical activity, nutrition, and wellness into your life for mental health. We talk about her philosophy around everyday resilience, the inspiration behind her website Positive Prescription, where it all began, why chilling out can stress you out, the value of getting out of your comfort zone and the exercise that fuels her for success! Positive Prescription, her website, is about making life just a little bit better. The focus is on building what’s strong, not just fixing what’s wrong. It is all science backed, research driven, actionable, productive and relatable life enhancing resilience building insight and advice. Samantha Boardman, M.D., is a clinical instructor in psychiatry and attending psychiatrist at Weill Cornell Medical College. She received her B.A. from Harvard University, her M.D. from Cornell University Medical College, and has an M.A. in Applied Positive Psychology from the University of Pennsylvania. Get ready to feel inspired and empowered by todays conversation! If you like what you hear, please leave a five star review on Apple Podcasts! It’s easy, open the app on your phone, scroll past the episode list to Ratings and Reviews, Click on the five stars, then scroll down and click on write a review. On Social Follow us on social: @Marnionthemove for Facebook and Instagram, DM or email us marnionthemove1@gmail.com with any questions you may have for me or my guests. And of course, follow Dr. Samantha Boardman on Instagram , Facebook or Twitter. Head over to her website and sign up for her newsletter, The Weekly Dose! This Weeks Deals Amrita offers delicious, high protein, vegan, gluten, nut, dairy free protein and energy bars and snacks. They are offering $10 off for first time purchases JUMPSTART at amritaheathfoods.com. They are definitely one of my favorite bars on the market. I use them while training and everyday snacks. Mother Dirt is a line of personal and skin care prodcts that help restore the microbiome and bacteria in your skin. If you want to learn more, check out last weeks epiode with Mother Dirt President, Jasmina Aganovic. Mother Dirt would like to offer Marni on the Move listeners 20% off and free shipping for first time customers. Use this code FREESHIP20 upon checkout.
On today’s episode Marni sync’s up with beauty industry pioneer and entrepreneur, Jasmina Aganovic, President, of Mother Dirt, to talk about why dirty is the new clean, how we all need to restore our skin microbiome, the game changing personal care products that are helping restore the good bacteria and recalibrate our skin's ecosystem, and how personal skincare struggles that inspired her to pursue a career in skincare, cosmetics and beauty. As a child and throughout her young adult life, Jasmina struggled with acne. It was this struggle that led her to seek solutions through research and studies to solve her own personal skin issues. Her drive and passion around this topic inspired her to pursue a career in the beauty industry upon her graduating and receiving her degree in chemical and biological engineering from MIT. She has worked for top brands LVMH, Fresh, Nutra Click and Living Proof and today, is innovating and inventing at Mother Dirt. You may already know that our bodies are host to trillions of microorganisms and the skin is comprised of an elaborate and complex ecosystem. Just like our gut relies on good bacteria and probiotics, our skin relies on good bacteria to help us be healthy as well. This elaborate ecosystem is called the skin biome. Over the years, thanks to widespread use of soaps, deodorants, and other personal care products, our good bacteria have been wiped out. Mother Dirts signature product, AO+ Mist containing live Ammonia-Oxidizing Bacteria (AOB), brings the bacteria back to your skin, restoring your skin to its native, healthy state. AOB is a microorganism found everywhere: lakes, rivers, soil, and formerly our skin. Mother Dirts scientific Founder, David Whitlock, was the one that connected this bacterium to human skin. He was the one that said, “Hey, this bacteria once existed on our skin and I think it’s really important and we should figure out why.” This was really the principle around which Mother Dirt was formed. We hope you enjoy the episode. If you like what you hear, please leave a five star review on Apple Podcasts! It’s easy, open the app on your phone, scroll past the episode list to Ratings and Reviews, Click on the five stars, then scroll down and click on Write a Review. Also, follow us on social @Marnionthemove for Facebook and Instagram, DM or email us marnionthemove1@gmail.com with any questions you may have for me or my guests. And of course, follow todays guest @MotherDirt on Instagram or online at Motherdirt.com SPECIAL OFFER Mother Dirt would like to offer Marni on the Move listeners 20% off and free shipping for first time customers. Use this code FREESHIP20 upon checkout at www.motherdirt.com
"Nature is a critical participant in our health and our wellbeing, and having a connection to it is crucial." Kris sits down with Jasmina Aganovic from Boston-based wellness company Mother Dirt to talk about the skin biome and why it is important for our health to cultivate good bacteria, even on our skin. Whether we know it or not we all hold certain beliefs about cleanliness, and a lot of them involve using soap to become clean. But what if you learned that you didn’t need to use soap to wash after all? And that some products contain ingredients that strip your good skin bacteria away? Jasmina breaks down our normal cleaning habits and routines and shows us how being more mindful of what we put on our skin may help improve our health. Time Stamps Where our ideas of cleanliness come from [2:30] Should we be encouraging ourselves and our children to go outside and play in the dirt? [4:00] Components of soil bacteria that we need that we can’t get from food [6:30] How everyday facial products effect our topical microbiome [9:00] The notion of antibacterial products [10:00] What you can expect from using the Mother Dirt AO+ Mist [14:30] How to discern if your skin care products are healing or harming you [19:00] What makes the Mother Dirt AO+ Mist unique [23:00] Correlation between the gut microbiome and the skin microbiome [30:00] Featured Guest: Jasmina Aganovic Instagram Facebook Twitter Related Links/Products Mentioned Mother Dirt AO+ Mist Think Dirty App EWG Database "My No-Soap, No-Shampoo, Bacteria-Rich Hygiene Experiment" New York Times Connect with Kris Instagram: @krisgethin
Season 6 premiere! Body-liberation activist and Fat Kid Dance Party founder Bevin Branlandingham joins us to discuss her journey from a difficult childhood to finding body liberation, the role of joyful movement in self-acceptance, what inspired her to leave a career in law to become a dance aerobics instructor, her ongoing practices of self-love and self-compassion, and so much more! Plus, Christy answers a listener question about how to know whether you’re meant for a career helping people with recovery. A childhood of bullying because of her weight kept Bevin off the dance floor. When she found body liberation activism, the idea that all bodies are worthy of love no matter what, it changed her life. She has been reclaiming dance floors ever since! Teaching, performing and writing about body liberation for over fifteen years, Bevin identifies as a thought leader in the body positive, body liberation, and fat acceptance movements. She is an AFAA certified group exercise instructor and developed Fat Kid Dance Party (For ALL Sizes to Heal from Body Oppression) to help other folks learn to love their bodies, embrace their awkwardness, and open up to self care! Find her online at queerfatfemme.com. This episode is brought to you by MasterClass. Learn new skills from the world's top experts at masterclass.com/foodpsych. This episode is also brought to you by Mother Dirt. Head to motherdirt.com and use the code FOODPSYCH to get 20% off and free shipping! This episode is also brought to you by LinkedIn, the better way to hire. Go to linkedin.com/foodpsych to get $50 off your first job post! Grab Christy's free guide, 7 simple strategies for finding peace and freedom with food, to start your intuitive eating journey. If you're ready to give up dieting once and for all, join Christy's Intuitive Eating Fundamentals online course! Ask your own question about intuitive eating, Health at Every Size, or eating disorder recovery at christyharrison.com/questions. To learn more about Food Psych and get full show notes and a transcript of this episode, go to christyharrison.com/foodpsych.
Body-acceptance coach Rachel Cole returns to discuss why pathologizing our bellies is so harmful, how diet culture infiltrates the world of pregnancy and postpartum, how our bellies protect us during menopause, how Rachel has navigated nutrition and her relationship with food while being pregnant, and so much more! Plus, Christy answers a listener question about whether it’s possible to be a vegan intuitive eater. Rachel Cole is a certified life coach, celebrated teacher, and women’s empowerment expert. She has spent fifteen years guiding women to identify, understand and feed their truest hungers – at and away from the table. As an eating disorder survivor herself, Rachel speaks with great wisdom, sensitivity, and authority about what it takes to live as a well-fed woman in the modern world. Find her online at RachelWCole.com. This episode is brought to you by MasterClass. Learn new skills from the world's top experts at masterclass.com/foodpsych. This episode is also brought to you by Mother Dirt. Head to motherdirt.com and use the code FOODPSYCH to get 20% off and free shipping! This episode is also brought to you by LinkedIn, the better way to hire. Go to linkedin.com/foodpsych to get $50 off your first job post! Grab Christy's free guide, 7 simple strategies for finding peace and freedom with food, to start your intuitive eating journey. If you're ready to give up dieting once and for all, join Christy's Intuitive Eating Fundamentals online course! To learn more about Food Psych and get full show notes and a transcript of this episode, go to christyharrison.com/foodpsych. Ask your own question about intuitive eating, Health at Every Size, or eating disorder recovery at christyharrison.com/questions.
Mentioned in this episode: Retreat Preview List: http://bit.ly/2LB8pcU Saje Wellness Yoga Event: http://bit.ly/2uziqOn Episode 31 with Sadie Lincoln: https://www.thehealthymaven.com/2017/10/episode-31.html Episode 33 with Jessamyn Stanley: https://www.thehealthymaven.com/2017/10/episode-33.html Episode 43 with Ella Mills of Deliciously Ella: https://www.thehealthymaven.com/2018/01/episode-43-ella-mills-from-deliciously-ella.html Episode 45 with Reilly Brock from Imperfect Produce: https://www.thehealthymaven.com/2018/01/episode-45.html Episode 50 with Latham Thomas from Mama Glow: https://www.thehealthymaven.com/2018/02/episode-50.html Episode 52 with Ezzie Spencer from Lunar Abundance: https://www.thehealthymaven.com/2018/03/episode-52.html Episode 55 with Kait Hurley: https://www.thehealthymaven.com/2018/03/episode-55.html and her book recommendation, What Made Maddy Run: https://amzn.to/2OeTWCg Episode 56 with Megan Faletra: https://www.thehealthymaven.com/2018/04/episode-56.html Episode 60 with Jasmina Aganovic from Mother Dirt: https://www.thehealthymaven.com/2018/05/episode-60.html Episode 63 with Kat Dahlen: https://www.thehealthymaven.com/2018/06/episode-63.html Episode 64 with Cassie Johnston from Wholefully: https://www.thehealthymaven.com/2018/06/episode-64.html Episode 68 with Lara Briden: https://www.thehealthymaven.com/2018/07/episode-68.html It's the official end of Season 3 AH! There really is no method to the madness when it comes to the various seasons of the show other than to let my gut dictate when it's time to close one chapter and prep for another. It's just feeling like the right time to end season 3 with a few weeks off to make some tweaks and improvements before we kick off season 4. Luckily there are 70 shows out there to keep you entertained while I do a little restructuring and take some time off to reset. I thought it would be fun to reflect back on season 3 and pick out some of the top lessons I've learned from the show. Truthfully, I don't go back to listen to old episodes (it's weird hearing your own voice!), but from the 40 episodes this season, a bunch of important lessons learned still stand-out. Today's episode will be all about these lessons and why they've stuck with me. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast so that you know when I'm back from my short hiatus. In the meantime, enjoy! Join The Healthy Maven Tribe to ask guest questions and to find out who will be on the show before anyone else! http://facebook.com/groups/THMTribe Please don't forget to rate + review in iTunes if you love the podcast. Your comments and subscriptions help us make the podcast best for you!
“Our bodies know how to take care of themselves, and somehow we got disconnected from that. Being able to pave a way back to a ‘native’ state of our skin before we started doing chemistry experiments on it … is very plausible, and it makes a lot of sense to me.” Jasmina Aganovic is the president of Mother Dirt, a biotech company developing biome-friendly skincare products. The line features AO+ Mist, a first-of-its-kind product containing live Ammonia-Oxidizing Bacteria (AOB), the ‘peace-keeper’ bacteria that has been stripped from the modern microbiome by time spent indoors and contemporary hygiene practices. A cosmetic and consumer goods entrepreneur, Jasmina earned her degree in chemical and biological engineering from MIT. Today, Jasmina shares the story behind Mother Dirt and the evolving definition of what it means to be clean. She offers insight around anti-bacterial hand sanitizer, the connection between our modern lifestyle and skin issues, and the prevalence of acne and eczema in the US. Jasmina describes the Mother Dirt product line, explaining the diverse benefits of AO+ Mist and what the company is working on now. Listen in for Jasmina’s personal skin care journey and learn how Mother Dirt is using its products to initiate a conversation about the microbial world. Topics Covered [1:06] The story behind Mother Dirt Began 15 years ago with study of connection between dirt and mammalian skin Formed company in 2012, research on role of AOB (removed by modern lifestyle) Watershed clinical study in 2014 proved AOB could be reintroduced to skin [4:23] What it means to be clean Old definition = sterile, removal of all bacteria Changing to reflect balance (bacteria not all bad) [5:38] Jasmina’s insight on anti-bacterial soap and hand sanitizer Washing hands proven to improve health, prevent passage of disease Soap and water just as effective as anti-bacterial hand sanitizer [8:40] The statistics around acne and eczema in the US 80M people have acne (out of 250M total) #1 consumer of prescription acne medication globally Childhood eczema increased by 30% in last 10 years [9:44] How lifestyle factors contribute to skin issues Lack of connection to nature contributed to loss of AOB Radical diet change since industrial revolution [11:28] The Mother Dirt product line AO+ Mist (includes live culture of bacteria from soil) Supporting cleanser, shampoo and moisturizer [13:09] How AO+ Mist works as a deodorant Bacteria feeds off irritating components in sweat (e.g.: ammonia) Produces beneficial biproducts as result [17:43] The scientific studies on the benefits of AO+ Mist Proven cosmetically valid by series of double-blind studies Significant improvements in skin clarity, smoothness Decrease in appearance of oily skin (four-week period) [19:43] Jasmina’s personal skin journey Severe acne as teen and into college 10 years of treatment, elaborate routine [23:31] Jasmina’s new approach to skin care ‘Less is more’ philosophy Holistic vs. aggressive approach [25:36] Mother Dirt’s next steps Use products as vehicle for conversation about microbial world Make products available on more channels (i.e.: retail partners) [27:22] The potential for personalized microbiome treatments Gain understanding of what native microbiome looked like Adjust populations of bacteria without killing all [29:55] Jasmina’s powerful thought experiment Favorite scenes in nature usually don’t include people Loss of natural inoculation mechanisms from environment Learn More About Jasmina Mother Dirt Jasmina on LinkedIn Resources Mother Dirt Article in The New York Times Magazine AOBiome Therapeutics
Challenging the Collective Podcast: Becoming Awake To Conscious Choices
Have you ever thought that bacteria can be good for you? During this podcast episode, we’ll head from Jennifer Cookson, a veteran in the green chemistry world and Head of Product at Mother Dirt. Jennifer is on a mission to help us redefine what we think of as “clean”--which is actually healthier for our bodies, and more sustainable for our world. Jennifer and I chat about her journey to working on improving the world of personal care and cosmetics as a green chemist--from her budding interest in the environment as a teen to working at an innovative skincare company. She also provides a science lesson about the skin’s microbiome, and why certain bacterias are actually good for us. Among many other things, you’ll walk away from this podcast episode with a renewed idea of how our skin thrives, and if society’s version of clean is really best for our overall health. For more info, visit: www.onadulting.com To connect with Katina about questions, comments, speaker ideas, or sponsorship inquiries please e-mail: onadulting@gmail.com. To join the On Adulting Tribe + email newsletter, please visit: http://eepurl.com/dhaq_T Resources: Check out more information about Mother Dirt, here: https://motherdirt.com/
Mentioned in this episode: This episode's sponsor, Kettle & Fire, who is offering That's So Maven listeners 20% off here Mother Dirt Products Credo Beauty Join The Healthy Maven Tribe to ask guest questions and to find out who will be on the show before anyone else! http://facebook.com/groups/THMTribe Please don't forget to rate + review in iTunes if you love the podcast. Your comments and subscriptions help us make the podcast best for you! Follow Jasmina + Mother Dirt: Website: https://motherdirt.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/motherdirt/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/motherdirt *** By now you all know I'm a skincare junkie. I love exploring green beauty products and indulging in my monthly facials. Skincare is totally my jam. But lately I've been wondering if there's too much of a good thing? Is it possible that we're actually too clean? That's what Jasmina Aganovic, founder of Mother Dirt and I are talking about on today's podcast episode. A few months ago I discovered a line of skincare products that's made to be "biome-friendly". I'll be honest, I'd never heard this term before. I know about the microbiome as it relates to our gut (if you haven't read my last post of gut health and probiotics, DO IT!) but never how it applies to skincare. It's a brand new topic to me and has opened up a whole new world of skincare that is both expanding my knowledge and also decreasing the steps of my typical routine. So I figured I'd turn this week into an unofficial "microbiome week", where chat about all things gut health, skin bacteria, inflammation and how to support your microbiome holistically. Jasmina is a wealth of knowledge on all these subjects! Here are a few other things we cover in today's episode: About Jasmina and how she started Mother Dirt The skin's microbiome and why it matters Should we be wearing deodorant and what it does to our skin The ecosystem of our skin and how to balance it out The development of biome-friendly products and the future of skincare How your skin conditions are related to your immune-system The AO+ Mist and how to add good bacteria to your skin How to be more "biome-friendly" and what to replace to encourage a healthy microbiome What advice she would give to her 20 year old self
If you want better skin from the inside out, this episode is for you! Our guest is Jasmina Aganovic, President of Mother Dirt, a line of biome-friendly personal care products focused on restoring and maintaining the balance of the skin biome. We’re unpacking the skin biome, and how balancing your bacterial ecosystem may be the key to better skin. This episode is all about cutting-edge science and radiant natural beauty, so let’s make it happen! Resources Mother Dirt AO + Mist Skin Probiotic Spray Mother Dirt Biome Friendly Face and Body Cleanser The Skin Microbiome AOB Skin biome research Guest Information Jasmina Aganovic is the President of Mother Dirt, a line of biome-friendly personal care products focused on restoring and maintaining the balance of the skin biome. The technology is based off research from AOBiome Therapeutics, a biotech company focused on transforming human health through products that restore Ammonia-Oxidizing Bacteria (AOB), which current hygiene practices have stripped from the modern microbiome. She is a cosmetics and consumer goods entrepreneur who received her degree in chemical and biological engineering from MIT. Her career path combined her technical background with roles at consumer brands like LVMH, Fresh, and Living Proof. Website: motherdirt.com Instagram: @motherdirt Show the Feel Good Effect Love Share it via Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, or Twitter Leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts. Your ratings and reviews help more people find the show! Subscribe on Apple Podcasts.
HVMN Podcast: Evidence-based Nutrition, Fitness, & Biohacking
Welcome to the THINKING Podcast, produced by HVMN. Episode 35 features Jasmina Aganovic, president of Mother Dirt, a product that flips the switch on the normal school of thought of modern hygiene. Instead of cleaning bacteria from your skin, Mother Dirt aims to restore & maintain the good bacteria. What's the rationale behind this, you ask? The microbiome. The microbiome is a community of microorganisms (such as bacteria, fungi, and viruses) that inhabit a particular environment. The particular environment we're talking about here is your human body, which is home to 100 trillion microbes. Before you jump out of your skin, it's known that these microbes play an essential part in our bodily function and survival. The popular frenzy surrounding probiotics is fueled in large part by surging scientific and public interest in the human microbiome. Mother Dirt is playing a huge part in leading this new space in the dermatology industry by bringing microbiome-friendly products to consumers that are backed by their own clinical research. Geoffrey Woo and Jasmina discuss the nuances of bringing a potentially controversial product to market, the theory behind why modern society is too clean for our good, and the role of the microbiome beyond cosmetics/dermatology (recent studies have shown that lower blood pressure is associated with a healthy microbiome).
Most people know that their skin is an organ — the body’s largest, in fact. And more people are becoming aware of just how much their skin absorbs (hint: everything you put on it!). But did you know that there’s a full-blown ecosystem of tiny bacteria that live on your skin too? For full show notes and episode resources, head to https://melissaambrosini.com/21 Healthy skin is meant to have a flourishing microbiome. But because most beauty and personal care products are full of toxic chemicals, not only are we upsetting the delicate pH balance of our epidermis (and wreaking havoc inside our bodies at the same time), we’re also decimating our skin’s natural bacterial colonies… which can have major health ramifications, and make it impossible to get the clear, dewy skin we all crave. That’s why Jasmina Aganovic and the team at Mother Dirt have created the first ever ‘biome-friendly’ product line that proactively restores and preserves the good bacteria naturally found on our skin. All Mother Dirt products are preservative-free, kid safe and allow consumers to choose products that don’t negatively impact the natural state of their skin or the planet. If you want answers to your skin issues (and want to find out how to get sexy, glowing, flawless skin) this episode is for you. In this episode we chat about: What common skin issues such as eczema, acne, dry and flaky skin, sensitivity, blotchiness, roughness, oiliness, and body odor really mean and how you can prevent them (03:59) The true impact that toxic beauty and skin products are having on your health and why you need to ditch them (05:34) Why your skin microbiome is just as important as your gut microbiome and how you can preserve it for glowing skin (07:31) Why being too clean may being doing you more harm than good (11:24) What ‘ammonia oxidising bacteria’ (aka AOB’s) are and why they are so important for sexy skin (12:44) Why we should be mindful of what we’re putting in our body (14:41) Why sweating is important (30:14) How you can spend less time and money on beauty and skin products and still have sexy skin (32:58) Plus so much more! For full show notes, episode resources and quick links to the above timestamps, head to https://melissaambrosini.com/21 The only purpose of this podcast is to educate and to inform. It is no substitute for professional care by a doctor or other qualified medical professional. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Lauren Petersen, PhD, is a postdoctoral associate investigating the microbiome and she’s back on the podcast to update us on her research. Be sure to listen to our first interview first! I sent Lauren some of the probiotics we use in our practice, and she said, “they look great!” Lauren did some calculations for the number of CFUs, and she got pretty much exactly what the bottle claims for live organisms, with growth on both Lactobacillus-selective and Bifidobacterium-selective medias. The same was not true for Renew probiotics where her qPCR analysis showed that Bifidobacterium was pretty much all dead. Here are some photos of the Lactobacillus-selective and Bifidobacterium-selective plates that Lauren used to grow the probiotics. She shot for 250 CFUs per plate (based on if all the organisms per gramme probiotic were alive) and that's pretty much what she got! Sign up for our Highlights email and every week we’ll send you a short (but sweet) email containing the following: One piece of simple, actionable advice to improve your health and performance, including the reference(s) to back it up. One item we read or saw in the health and fitness world recently that we would like to give a different perspective on, and why. One awesome thing that we think you’ll enjoy! Here’s the outline of this interview with Lauren Petersen, PhD: [00:00:32] Previous episode: The Athlete Microbiome Project: The Search for the Golden Microbiome. [00:03:10] Prevotella. [00:04:42] uBiome and The American Gut Project. [00:05:25] Scher, Jose U., et al. "Expansion of intestinal Prevotella copri correlates with enhanced susceptibility to arthritis." Elife 2 (2013): e01202. [00:06:33] Probiotics: S. boulardii. [00:08:48] Bifidobacteria. [00:09:54] Testing probiotics: Renew Life. [00:12:06] D-Lactate Free Bifido Probiotic. [00:12:28] Sign up for our highlights email. [00:14:44] qPCR analysis definitely picked up lactobacillus. [00:15:33] 16S vs qPCR. [00:16:03] RNA-Seq. [00:17:20] Whole-genome shotgun. [00:18:26] 60-day Bionic Fiber Program. [00:19:11] Brummel & Brown 35% Vegetable Oil Spread with Yogurt + bananas. I’m not linking to this rubbish because it’s not fit for human consumption. [00:21:25] Akkamansia. [00:21:49] Remely, Marlene, et al. "Increased gut microbiota diversity and abundance of Faecalibacterium prausnitzii and Akkermansia after fasting: a pilot study." Wiener klinische Wochenschrift 127.9-10 (2015): 394-398. [00:24:41] Tolerating inulin. [00:25:22] Celeriac root. [00:26:19] Where do the microbes come from? [00:28:33] Antibiotics. [00:29:09] Cephalexin antibiotic. [00:29:56] Clindamycin antibiotic. [00:32:08] Amoxicillin antibiotic. [00:33:54] Metabolic endotoxaemia. [00:39:28] Mother Dirt. [00:41:42] FMT and the Taymount Clinic. [00:42:17] 4-Cresol Vancomycin.
Jasmina Aganovic is a cosmetics and consumer goods entrepreneur who received her degree in chemical and biological engineering from MIT, and she’s back on the podcast to talk about the progress AOBiome have made with their clinical trials. In this interview, we focus mostly on the potential treatment of acne and hypertension, but trials are also underway for allergies, eczema, wound healing, migraines and temperature regulation. Mother Dirt is the company focussed on commercialising the research of AOBiome, and I’ve been using their AO+ Mist spray product for over two years for the successful prevention of nappy (diaper) rash, saddle sores, and acne caused by bike helmets. I’ve also been using the spray in the place of a deodorant, and so far my wife hasn’t divorced me. Jasmina wanted to make it clear that although my N=1 experiences are exciting, nothing has been FDA approved. Head over to Mother Dirt and take advantage of the generous 25% discount on offer. Use the code NBT25. Sign up for our Highlights email and every week we’ll send you a short (but sweet) email containing the following: One piece of simple, actionable advice to improve your health and performance, including the reference(s) to back it up. One item we read or saw in the health and fitness world recently that we would like to give a different perspective on, and why. One awesome thing that we think you’ll enjoy! Here’s the outline of this interview with Jasmina Aganovic: [00:03:43] Environmental changes are leading to the loss of the ammonia oxidising (AO) bacteria. [00:05:14] Nitrogen cycle. [00:07:18] David Whitlock is the Inventor and co-founder of AOBiome. [00:07:34] Why horses roll in the dirt in March? [00:08:36] The link between the skin and the soil. [00:09:36] Developing a bioreactor. [00:10:28] Nappy rash. [00:11:05] Bicycle helmets. [00:13:11] The scientific process to validate the claims. [00:13:55] Phase II trials for acne. [00:14:26] A potential replacement for antiperspirant deodorant. [00:14:50] Prevention of saddle sores. [00:15:36] The war on P. acne. [00:16:49] It's all about balance. [00:17:23] C. diff overgrowths. [00:18:49] Mechanism of action: acid, base balance. [00:19:44] Nitrite and Nitric oxide. [00:20:55] Not nitrous oxide! Which mucks up methylation by oxidising cobalamin. [00:21:52] Hypertension. [00:24:05] Highlights sign-up. [00:25:09] Can nitric oxide made by the bacteria on the skin become systemic? [00:26:47] Why FDA approval. [00:29:37] Adverse events. [00:30:47] Drug: B244 on clinicaltrials.gov. [00:31:16] Romaine Bardet came 2nd in the Tour de France. [00:32:28] Increasing O2 deliverability. [00:33:46] Personal care product compatibility. [00:34:11] Surfactant sodium octyl sulfate (SOS) and sodium dodecyl sulfate (SDS) surfactants. [00:35:13] Castille and neem soap. [00:36:11] Nurses and hand sanitisers. [00:37:59] http://www.nourishbalancethrive.com/dirt/ use discount code NBT25. [00:38:35] Mother Dirt is the consumer-facing site, to learn about the clinical research go to AOBiome.
Today I'm spending time with Jasmina Aganovic, scientist, cosmetics expert, and president of Mother Dirt, a fascinating company founded on one simple premise: Don't be afraid of a little good, clean dirt. You all know I'm a big fan of letting kids play outside as much as possible, and even better if they're barefoot and …
Today I'm spending time with Jasmina Aganovic, scientist, cosmetics expert, and president of Mother Dirt, a fascinating company founded on one simple premise: Don't be afraid of a little good, clean dirt. You all know I'm a big fan of letting kids play outside as much as possible, and even better if they're barefoot and …
Today I’m spending time with Jasmina Aganovic, scientist, cosmetics expert, and president of Mother Dirt, a fascinating company founded on one simple premise: Don’t be afraid of a little good, clean dirt. You all know I’m a big fan of letting kids play outside as much as possible, and even better if they’re barefoot and …
Another groundbreaking podcast from the leaders in fat adapted performance. For the past 20 months OFM has been developing and implementing the inoculation of Nitrosomonas eutropa bacteria for a number of natural fat adapted performance enhancements. These include, but are not limited too, improved vasodilation and thermoregulation; two factors which are critical to performance. This past spring and summer elite athletes Jeff Browning and Romain Bardet inoculated themselves and raced successfully at the highest levels of their respective sports. Jeff raced to 3rd Overall at Western States 100 then turned around 19 days later to finish 4th Overall at the Hardrock 100 setting a new WS/HR combined time record. 7 weeks later he continued his performance with a 4th Overall finish at Run Rabbit Run 100. Romain Bardet became a hero in France after winning Stage 19 and 2nd Overall at the Tour de France. Learn about restoring our dermal biome with this critical ammonia oxidizing bacteria from AOBiome Chief Medical Officer Larry Weiss, MD. In the process take advantage of a special 25% off your purchase of Mother Dirt to get started. Coupon Code: VESPA25
Welcome to the Wealthy Wellthy Life with Krisstina Wise. David Whitlock hasn’t showered in 13 years — why? Because not all bacteria on your skin is bad for you. Sound a little crazy? Well, it isn’t. There’s a big difference between being ‘clean’ vs. being ‘sterile’. Through David’s company, AOBiome, he has developed a spray with ammonia-oxidizing bacteria (AOB) and sells it for commercial use under the name Mother Dirt. This is how he’s kept clean for all these years! Jasmina Aganovic is the President of Mother Dirt as well as the General Manager for Consumer Products at AOBiome. Jasmina and her team study the importance of good bacteria on the skin and its impact on our health. Through her research, Jasmina and David have come up with biome friendly products that do not kill the good bacteria on your skin. For full show notes and to download a FREE copy of the transcript for this episode visit http://wealthywellthy.life/31
Invisible to the naked eye, our bodies play host to trillions of microorganisms. Just like our gut relies on good bacteria and probiotics, our skin also relies on good bacteria to keep us healthy. This elaborate ecosystem the skin biome, today faces many challenges. Our obsession with cleanliness & sterility have created a difficult environment for many beneficial organisms to survive. Modern chemistry and lifestyle shifts have undermined this ecosystem, making it less diverse and leaving us more susceptible to sensitivity, irritation and other skin problems. We speak with Jasmina Aganovic, President of Mother Dirt, a start up with a mission to create products that enhance and protect our skin biome restoring and maintaining the beneficial bacteria for healthy skin and a healthier life. The Mojo Radio Show copyright Gary Bertwistle & Darren Robertson
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What does "All Natural" on a label really mean? Could less equal more when it comes to our skin? This podcast will totally change the way you think about skin care. I interview Jasmina Aganovic, MIT scientist, skin care expert and president of Mother Dirt. Use Brett25 for 25% off your order and free shipping if you decide to check out the products we discuss at MotherDirt.com
Jasmina Aganovic is all about challenging conventions and, even, challenging them in some pretty unconventional ways. Her product line, Mother Dirt, is poised to turn the cosmetics industry upside down, bringing a totally new definition to clean, healthy skin and, even, cleaning, healthy living. This week Jasmina stopped by for a chat and we dug into what keeping clean and healthy really means. She shared some shocking insights, including why today’s goto cosmetics are actually doing more harm than good and, gentlemen, this includes some of your favourite products, too. Tune in and see what it takes to get back that critical balance and keep your skin and your body healthy, happy and balanced. It’s easier than you may think...
Mother Dirt's Jasmina Aganovic explains our skin microbiome, how modern personal care products harm our skin and why bacteria sprays are the future of hygiene.
Have you ever been trapped in a small meeting room with a guy in a grey shirt with sweat marks under the arms? The meeting has a clear agenda, but all you can think about is that smell. Yikes, just thinking about this is enough to make me want to take a shower, scrub my armpits and apply some deodorant. Is the problem an antiperspirant deodorant deficiency? Why have humans evolved to a strong revulsion complex to what is a normal human smell? Have artificial fragrances warped our sense of smell? It’s not normal For our teenage boys to smell of basil, lavender, and rich vanilla. It’s not normal for women to emanate Daisy Fresh, Peach Burst, Blossoming Orchid, Tropical Rush, and Berry Cool. These are all things that have been impressed upon us by the companies that make person care products, and I think it’s important that we are aware of it. Are you telling me I should stink? Yes, a little bit, sometimes. But also I want you to think about where the smell is coming from, and I want you to think about how the smell differs when you change your diet. I noticed a significant reduction in my body odour after adopting a minimally processed, real food diet. Beyond diet You’re probably familiar with the problems surrounding the overuse of antibiotics. Certain of the bacteria that live in our guts are considered keystone species, and without them, we’re in trouble. Bees are also a keystone species crucial to the survival of plants in agriculture. The same problem is happening on our skin. Jasmina Aganovic is a chemical and biological engineer from MIT And she’s here to talk about how the preservatives in our personal care products maybe killing a particular keystone species of ammonia oxidising bacteria that should live on our skin. These bacteria help us by eating something harmful (ammonia) and producing something beneficial (nitric oxide). Mother Dirt Is the name of the company that manufactures a skin probiotic product called AO+ Mist spray. I’ve been using the spray for the past couple of months and so far, so good. No stink! Here’s the outline of this interview with Jasmina Aganovic: 0:04:25 Why would you care about the skin microbiome? 0:05:54 Why do we shower as often as we do? 0:07:34 Bad bacteria were the first to be found. 0:08:10 Now we have a new appreciation of the microbiomes. 0:08:56 We've been programmed since childhood on how we should smell. 0:09:55 What is it about teenagers? 0:10:45 Skin care products for acne. 0:11:29 How the skin microbiome affects acne. 0:12:03 Acne seems to be lasting until later in life. 0:12:54 The bacteria typically linked to acne is P. acne and is not problematic. 0:13:37 But when you introduce harsh soaps and skin care products into the environment, you remove the keystone peacekeepers. 0:15:07 Are skin care products antibiotics? 0:16:06 The preservatives in skin care products may be problematic. 0:16:29 12% of children now have eczema. 0:17:07 Now we can manipulate the skin microbiome. 0:17:29 AOBiome founder David Whitlock noticed animals rolling in dirt. 0:18:12 Soil based ammonia oxidising (AO) bacteria. 0:19:25 We've wiped out the AO bacteria in the last 50-70 years. 0:19:44 The bacteria is very sensitive to surfactants and preservatives. 0:20:44 The AO bacteria is a keystone species for the skin. 0:21:30 AOBiome have been investigating the possibility of reintroducing the AO bacteria. 0:22:45 AOBiome are in a phase 2 clinical trial for the treatment of acne. 0:24:03 C. diff treatment with S. boulardii. 0:25:41 The AO bacteria do take up residence, but you'd need a very sensitive test to find it. 0:26:23 Bumblebees are keystone species like the AO bacteria. 0:27:04 It's important that you use products that are compatible with the bacteria. 0:27:39 Even if you do still use soap you will still see benefit. 0:28:39 Stinky armpits. 0:29:17 Natural deodorants can contain aluminium. 0:29:51 Food choices affect body odour. 0:30:27 60% of AO Mist users are able to give up deodorant. 0:31:07 Is clean really the smell of freesia? 0:31:32 Part of this is coming to terms with the way humans smell. 0:32:02 Triclosan persists in the skin. 0:32:41 AO Labs helps with product development. 0:34:18 Laundry detergents stink in the US. 0:35:55 Humans were not supposed to have body odour. 0:36:18 There is a plausible mechanism for reduction in body odour. 0:37:10 Bacteria consumes ammonia in sweat, that's what smells. 0:37:58 AO bacteria consume ammonia and produce nitric oxide. 0:38:24 The nitric oxide could become systemic. 0:39:04 Diaper rash. 0:39:33 People who use the most amount products also have the most problems. 0:40:36 Spending time outdoors is beneficial. 0:41:35 The name Mother Dirt is deliberate. 0:42:25 People who are forced to use sanitisation. 0:43:14 Certain situations require a sterile environment. 0:43:49 You can still benefit from AO Mist. 0:44:17 Hand sanitizer will wreck your hands. 0:45:15 The potential effect of the product on eczema. 0:45:44 Mother Dirt cannot make any claims before FDA approval. 0:46:13 Inflammatory skin disorders are the primary focus. 0:47:03 Where to find out more about AO Mist and the skin microbiome. 0:47:27 motherdirt.com 0:47:35 aobiome.com 0:48:08 Mother Dirt special offer. 0:48:23 AO+ Mist spray. 0:48:40 Discount code NBT25. 0:48:58 Code expires at the end of February.
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