In this edition of the Healthspan Insider, Melbourne Functional Medicine’s Mark Payne reviews new research shaping longevity and optimisation – from hydration and stress biology to fasting windows, sleep-based disease prediction, anxiety metabolism, and exercise-driven inflammation.
Neurotraining strengthens ageing brains, nattokinase reshapes arteries, hope drives resilience
In this edition of the Healthspan Insider, Melbourne Functional Medicine’s Mark Payne highlights new research shaping longevity and health optimisation. Discover how neurotraining boosts ageing brains, high-dose nattokinase supports artery health, and hope strengthens resilience – plus emerging insights into vaginal microbiome diagnostics to guide your personal optimisation journey.
Longevity molecules: what they do and what’s available in Australia
Seeing longevity stacks online but not sure what’s relevant for you – or even available in Australia? This guide unpacks the most talked-about molecules, what they actually do, and how to know which ones your biology will respond to. A must-read before adding anything new to your stack.
Future-proof your brain: strategies for cognitive clarity and longevity
Your brain is built to adapt, but modern life makes it harder than ever. With constant stimulation and stress, focus and clarity often fade. Learn how to reset your brain’s resilience with science-backed strategies to boost performance, sharpen thinking, and stay mentally strong for decades to come.
Plastics interact with Alzheimer’s genes, exosomes reflect age, diet and immune tools protect brain
In this edition of the Healthspan Insider, Melbourne Functional Medicine’s Mark Payne reviews new research shaping the future of longevity and optimisation. Discover how diet, immune signalling, microplastics, and digital biomarkers influence brain health, ageing, and performance – and how to apply these findings to your own optimisation journey.
The smarter way to supplement: Science, strategy, and safety
Supplements can help or harm – it all comes down to strategy. Learn how a personalised, evidence-based approach can turn your supplement routine from guesswork into a powerful tool for better energy, resilience, and long-term health.
Beyond insulin: A deeper look at metabolic health for optimal performance
Metabolic health is about flexibility – your body’s ability to switch smoothly between fuel sources for steady energy, focus, and resilience. Personalised testing, smart nutrition, movement, and lifestyle shifts can unlock long-term vitality and optimise your unique metabolic blueprint.
The role of optimal hydration in cognition and focus
Struggling with brain fog, poor focus, or that 3 pm crash? Hydration might be the key. Discover how the right balance of water and electrolytes can sharpen memory, lift mood, and keep your energy steady all day.
Why visceral fat is a longevity marker
You can’t see it, but it could be silently sabotaging your health. Visceral fat is strongly linked to metabolic decline, inflammation, and reduced lifespan – even in people who look lean. In this article, we unpack why visceral fat matters, how to measure it with precision using a DEXA scan, and how this data can power a smarter, personalised health optimisation plan.
8 things I’ve learned about biohacking for women
Most biohacking advice is based on men. In this article, Health Coach Liv shares 8 powerful insights every woman should know to train smarter, fuel better, and recover fully – based on physiology, not guesswork.
