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Davinia Taylor: From Boozy Nights to Biohacking Brilliance

Sunday 18th May 2025

Davinia Taylor shares her transformation from alcohol chaos to health heroism through biohacking. Discover insights into sobriety and women's health.
51 minutes
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Davinia Taylor's Journey: From Chaos to Health

Episode Overview

  • Davinia Taylor shares her transformation from alcohol chaos to biohacking brilliance.
  • Peri-menopause can complicate quitting alcohol due to hormonal changes.
  • Advocating for your own health is crucial, especially regarding blood tests.
  • Technology is playing a vital role in revolutionising women's health.
  • Understanding brain energy needs can reduce shame around alcoholism.
You don't have to come from a broken home or trauma to understand alcoholism.
Imagine waking up after a night out and vowing never to drink again, only to find yourself back at the bar by happy hour. If this sounds familiar, you're not alone, and 'Sober Awkward' is here to share in the hilarity and struggle of sobriety. In this episode, Hamish sits down with Davinia Taylor, a former actress known for her role on 'Hollyoaks', who has transformed her life from alcohol-fuelled chaos to a beacon of health through biohacking.
Davinia shares her journey through postnatal depression and the complexities of dopamine-driven drinking habits. You'll learn why peri-menopause can complicate the decision to quit drinking and how tracking your cycle can be a game-changer. Davinia discusses the importance of advocating for your health, particularly when it comes to blood tests and hormonal balance. The episode explores how technology is revolutionising women's health, offering insights into the brain's energy needs and how they relate to addiction.
Hamish and Davinia also chat about the lighter side of sobriety, including the humorous moments that make Alcoholics Anonymous meetings more bearable. Davinia candidly talks about the societal pressures women face and how understanding brain energy deficiencies can provide relief from the shame often associated with alcoholism. This episode is packed with personal stories, scientific insights, and a healthy dose of laughter.
If you're curious about how biohacking can aid in recovery or just need a good laugh about the awkwardness of sobriety, this episode offers both wisdom and wit. So why not give it a listen? You might just find a nugget of inspiration or a story that resonates with your own journey.
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