The Ultimate Human with Gary Brecka
239. Dr. Shawana Vali: Healing Skin from the Inside Out, Collagen Degradation & Skin Aging
S1 E239•1h 6min•Jan 27, 2026
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Your skin is screaming what your blood work is whispering. Dr. Shawana Vali transformed how I understand the visible signs of internal dysfunction, & it’s not what the beauty industry wants you to hear. Those wrinkles, breakouts, & pigmentation issues? They’re your body’s warning system telling you about adrenal fatigue, hormone imbalances, & inflammatory cascades happening deep in your tissues. Ready to look 5 years younger by treating the root cause instead of chasing symptoms? CLICK HERE TO BECOME GARYS VIP!: https://bit.ly/4ai0Xwg Connect with Dr. Shawana Vali Website: https://bit.ly/467cGNl YT: https://bit.ly/3NuM9TU IG: https://bit.ly/4a6SMV5 TT: https://bit.ly/4quCzij FB: https://bit.ly/4jN5ICM LI: https://bit.ly/4pPtqj8 Thank you to our partners H2TABS: “ULTIMATE10” FOR 10% OFF: https://bit.ly/4hMNdgg BODYHEALTH: “ULTIMATE20” FOR 20% OFF: http://bit.ly/4e5IjsV BAJA GOLD: "ULTIMATE10" FOR 10% OFF: https://bit.ly/3WSBqUa SNOOZE: LET’S GET TO SLEEP!: https://bit.ly/4pt1T6V COLD LIFE: THE ULTIMATE HUMAN PLUNGE: https://bit.ly/4eULUKp WHOOP: JOIN AND GET 1 FREE MONTH!: https://bit.ly/3VQ0nzW AION: “ULTIMATE10” FOR 10% OFF: https://bit.ly/4h6KHAD A-GAME: “ULTIMATE15” FOR 15% OFF: http://bit.ly/4kek1ij PEPTUAL: “TUH10” FOR 10% OFF: https://bit.ly/4mKxgcn CARAWAY: “ULTIMATE” FOR 10% OFF: https://bit.ly/3Q1VmkC HEALF: 10% OFF YOUR ORDER: https://bit.ly/41HJg6S RHO NUTRITION: “ULTIMATE15” FOR 15% OFF: https://bit.ly/44fFza0 GOPUFF: GET YOUR FAVORITE SNACK!: https://bit.ly/4obIFDC GENETIC METHYLATION TEST (UK ONLY): https://bit.ly/48QJJrk GENETIC TEST (USA ONLY): https://bit.ly/3Yg1Uk9 Watch the “Ultimate Human Podcast” every Tuesday & Thursday at 9AM EST: YT: https://bit.ly/3RPQYX8 Podcasts: https://bit.ly/3RQftU0 Connect with Gary Brecka IG: https://bit.ly/3RPpnFs TT: https://bit.ly/4coJ8foX: https://bit.ly/3Opc8tf FB: https://bit.ly/464VA1H LI: https://bit.ly/4hH7Ri2 Website: https://bit.ly/4eLDbdU Merch: https://bit.ly/4aBpOM1 Newsletter: https://bit.ly/47ejrws Ask Gary: https://bit.ly/3PEAJuG Timestamps 00:00 Intro of Show 02:20 Healing the Skin from the Inside Out 06:41 Biomarkers for Accelerated Skin Aging 10:17 Link between Stress and Skin 12:51 Clean Movement in the Beauty Industry 18:04 Inflammatory Skin Conditions 19:13 What’s Causing Skin to Age Quickly? 24:55 Exosomes in Skincare Products 32:02 Collagen, Elastin, Fibrin Definitions 36:26 What Happens to Women’s Skin during Perimenopause? 43:37 Hormone Replacement Therapy and Peptides on Women 48:03 New Breed Skin Technology 54:05 Less is More for Skincare 1:04:09 What does it mean to you to be an Ultimate Human? The information provided here is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered as medical or clinical advice. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any health condition, and should not be used as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the guidance of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or health objectives. The use of any information provided is solely at your own risk, and the provider of this information is not liable for any consequences arising from its use. Disclosure: Some links to certain products or services are affiliate links, meaning we may earn a commission. Gary Brecka is the owner of Ultimate Human, LLC which operates The Ultimate Human podcast and promotes certain third-party products used by Gary Brecka in his personal health and wellness protocols and daily life and for which Ultimate Human LLC and / or Gary Brecka directly or indirectly holds an economic interest or receives compensation. Accordingly, statements made by Gary Brecka and others (including on The Ultimate Human podcast) may be considered promotional in nature. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices