Uncommonly Remarkable
Uncommonly Remarkable is a health and wellness show focused on understanding how the body works and how everyday choices shape long-term health. The show is published in two formats: authored monologues that explore core ideas around health, resilience, and human biology, and In Conversation episodes featuring long-form discussions with clinicians, scientists, and founders. Rather than chasing trends, the show focuses on systems, signals, and long-term trajectory. Hosted by Artis Beatty.
Uncommonly Remarkable
Ep. 64 Cold Plunge, Hyperbaric Oxygen and the Truth About Biohacking Your Healthspan (with Troy Laing)
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Biohacking isn’t supposed to be a personality trait or a toy box of gadgets. Done well, it’s a structured way to improve your healthspan – how well you live, not just how long.
In this conversation, Troy Laing, founder of Culture OC in Newport Beach, shares how he went from a childhood marked by trauma and addiction to building a biohacking and regenerative health center that blends psychology, technology and community.
We talk about:
What “biohacking” actually means when you strip away the hype
Healthspan vs lifespan and why living longer doesn’t mean living better
How float therapy and sensory deprivation can unlock deep emotional releases
The right way to use breathwork to control fight-or-flight and prepare for change
Cold plunges: inflammation, immune benefits, mental resilience and testosterone
Why timing your cold plunge matters if you care about muscle growth
Infrared saunas vs traditional saunas and what “detox” really looks like
Why hyperbaric oxygen is Troy’s “if I could only pick one” therapy
How he coordinates care with physicians for clients dealing with cancer and chronic illness
The difference between self-education and self-diagnosis – and how to ask better questions of your doctor
If you’re curious about biohacking but skeptical of trends, this episode will help you understand the science, the mindset and the practical ways to use these tools without losing the plot.
Connect with Culture OC:
Website: https://www.cultureoc.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cultureoc_/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CultureOC
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Uncommonly Remarkable℠ is a health and wellness show focused on understanding how the body works and how everyday choices shape long-term health.
I’m Artis Beatty, a doctor of optometry and Chief Medical Officer at MyEyeDr. While my professional background informs how I think, the perspectives shared here are my own.