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FROM LONDON TO AUSTIN: HOW THE HEALTH OPTIMIZATION SUMMIT IS RESHAPING THE FUTURE OF WELLNESS

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Some decisions aren’t planned—they’re felt.

Two days before the Health Optimization Summit in Austin, my schedule unexpectedly opened up. I called my biohacking bestie and said, “Let’s do this.” Within 48 hours, we were on a flight—and what unfolded in Austin was more than I expected. It was exactly what our industry needed.

Earlier this year, I had the chance to exhibit at the Health Optimization Summit in London. It was my first time participating in an international event, and it gave me a unique lens into how other parts of the world approach wellness. What stood out most? The intentionality. Attendees came to buy. To invest. To learn. I sold out within three hours—something I’d never experienced at an American summit. It set a new bar.

But Austin brought something else entirely:

Heart. Community. Momentum.

This wasn’t just a collection of vendors and speakers. This was a pulse—a rising energy built by changemakers, entrepreneurs, practitioners, and educators who are no longer waiting for permission to transform health. From conversations on frequency therapy and longevity to the urgent need to fix our broken food system, every corner of the summit buzzed with aligned purpose.

One standout moment that captured the spirit of community was the launch of Ben Greenfield’s Life Network—a new social platform offering a safe space for uncensored conversations in health, wellness, and performance. In an era of shadow-banning and algorithmic silencing, this platform is a breath of fresh air. Life Network isn’t just a new tool—it’s a digital sanctuary where experts and seekers alike can share knowledge and grow together.

Women Are Not Asking—We’re Leading

The women’s health panel was a clear reflection of the shift happening in this space. Sitting alongside Alisa Vitti, Dr. Stephanie Estima, Dr. Amy B. Killen, and Dr. Amy Horniman felt like a collective exhale. We weren’t just speaking about hormones, perimenopause, or performance—we were owning the stage and giving voice to the real experiences of women navigating these transitions.

We’re no longer waiting for representation. We’re building it. Right here. Right now.

Women Leading

The women’s health panel was a reflection of the shift happening in this space.

Hydrogen, Performance, and the Power of Simplicity

As someone who lives and breathes molecular hydrogen, one of my favorite sessions was led by Alex Tarnava and Dr. Tyler LeBaron. Their talk wasn’t just about data—it was about breakthroughs. They introduced their brand-new hydrogen air machine, one of the safest and most advanced devices available today. And they shared early findings from upcoming research on the impact of hydrogen-rich water on female athletes, those over 50 beginning new fitness routines, and people over 70 looking to reverse biological aging.

For me, it reaffirmed what I already know: Sometimes, the most powerful shifts begin with something as simple as water.

Voices That Sparked the Movement

Calley Means lit up the room with a bold, unapologetic call for reform. The Maha Movement showed up in full force, standing for food sovereignty, medical freedom, and health justice in a way that felt urgent and alive. This is no longer a fringe conversation—it’s the front line of the next wave in healthcare.

Speakers like Shawn Wells, Gary Brecka, JJ Virgin, Dr. Vonda Wright, and Ben Greenfield brought the depth and vision we’ve come to expect—offering insight across everything from mitochondrial health to mindset to the future of longevity protocols.

Innovation Worth Talking About

The exhibitor floor was a dreamland for health seekers. From performance tools to skin diagnostics, here are just a few standout brands making major moves:

• WaveWatch – Frequency therapy in wearable form. Accessible, easy to use, and powerful.

• OneSkin – Their five-camera skin scan was a highlight. Real data, real solutions for age reversal.

• Zona Health – Is reimagining cardiovascular training with science-backed precision.

• Timeline Nutrition – Is becoming a mitochondrial essential.

• Sunlighten Saunas – Still leading in detox and full-spectrum healing.

• Pluck – A flavorful, family-friendly way to microdose organ meats into everyday meals.

• OxyHealth – Taking hyperbarics to the next level with innovation and accessibility.

• Organised (UK) – A powdered drink blend with organ meats and colostrum, wrapped in flavor.

• Leela Quantum – Always a welcome presence. Energy meets intentionality.

• Koa Life – The Naven twins introduced a gorgeous new peptide-rich skincare line.

• Jaspr – Protecting your family’s indoor air with tech that actually works.

• Calocurb – Supporting natural GLP-1 response with hops. A clean, smart metabolic tool.

• Beam Minerals – Their afterparty kept us fueled in more ways than one.

• True Foods – Clean snacks that support biohacking on the go.

• Asimos Foods – Olive oil done right—pure, potent, and unforgettable.

• Dr. Nayan Patel, Auro Wellness – Debuted a promising new line of copper peptides.

• Domo(UK) – Functional drinks that ditch alcohol and deliver wellness.

Voices That Sparked the Movement

The Bigger Picture

To everyone who brought this summit to life—thank you.

Tim Gray, your unwavering vision continues to push boundaries.

Carlotta PR, your behind-the-scenes brilliance gave us the space to share stories that matter.

But most of all—this event was a reflection of what happens when thought leaders, educators, disruptors, and healers come together in community. Together, we’re shifting health optimization, longevity, and biohacking from niche interest to a global movement—a new standard for how we care for ourselves, our families, and our future.

This isn’t something we’re hoping for.

This is what we’re building—right now.

And I couldn’t be more honored to be part of it.

Colette Schnabel is the Associate Casting Director of "sHEALed" and a Lead Journalist for Biohack Yourself Media.

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