One of the most fascinating areas of emerging research right now is light biology — specifically how sunlight interacts with our mitochondria. Most people still think sunlight only matters for vitamin D. But the reality is far more interesting. A recent study suggests that sunlight may improve vision by influencing mitochondrial function — even when the light never directly enters the eyes. Study link: https://www.thefocalpoints.com/p/new-study-sunlight-penetrates-the The Study Researchers examined how near-infrared wavelengths of sunlight affect visual function. Participants were exposed to approximately 15 minutes of near-infrared light (around 830–860 nm). Here’s the remarkable part: • Their eyes were covered during the exposure • Visual performance was measured 24 hours later • Color contrast sensitivity improved This suggests that sunlight was not acting solely through the retina — it was affecting the body systemically. In other words: The body was responding to light as a whole-body biological signal. Why the Retina Is So Energy-Hungry The retina is one of the most mitochondria-dense tissues in the human body. Photoreceptor cells must constantly: • regenerate visual pigments • process incoming light • transmit signals to the brain All of this requires enormous amounts of ATP (cellular energy). ATP is produced by mitochondria. And mitochondria are highly responsive to light signals, especially red and near-infrared wavelengths. Light as a Mitochondrial Signal Certain wavelengths of sunlight appear to influence mitochondrial function by interacting with enzymes involved in the electron transport chain. Research suggests near-infrared light may: • stimulate mitochondrial enzymes • improve electron transport chain efficiency • increase ATP production • reduce oxidative stress More ATP means better cellular performance, including in tissues like the retina that require massive energy.

🥩 2-Week Carnivore / Animal-Based Meal Plan Structure - Breakfast (optional/light): Eggs, bone broth, collagen. - Lunch: Ruminant meat (beef, lamb, bison) with added fat. - Dinner: Rotate red meat, seafood, poultry, organ meats. - Snacks (optional): Jerky, pork rinds, hard cheeses (if tolerated), collagen, boiled eggs. Week 1 Day 1 - AM: Bone broth + collagen - Lunch: Ribeye steak with marrow butter - Dinner: Salmon fillet + chicken liver pâté Day 2 - AM: 3 eggs in ghee - Lunch: Ground beef patties with optional cheddar - Dinner: Lamb chops + marrow bones Day 3 - AM: Sardines + collagen coffee - Lunch: Chicken thighs (skin-on) - Dinner: Braised beef short ribs Day 4 - AM: Egg yolk omelet with bacon - Lunch: Pork belly slices - Dinner: Bison ribeye + seared scallops Day 5 - AM: Smoked salmon + 2 soft-boiled eggs - Lunch: Beef burgers (lettuce wrap) - Dinner: Roast duck breast + chicken hearts Day 6 - AM: Collagen coffee + pork rinds - Lunch: Oxtail stew with beef liver cubes - Dinner: Grilled salmon + shrimp Day 7 - AM: 2 fried eggs in butter - Lunch: Lamb burgers (with optional feta) - Dinner: Prime rib roast Week 2 Day 8 - AM: Sardines + egg yolks - Lunch: Ground beef/liver meatloaf - Dinner: Salmon + crab legs Day 9 - AM: Collagen + bone broth - Lunch: Pork chops (crispy skin) - Dinner: Venison steaks + marrow Day 10 - AM: Duck egg omelet - Lunch: Slow-cooked lamb shank - Dinner: Ribeye with butter Day 11 - AM: 2 eggs + salmon roe - Lunch: Chicken wings in tallow - Dinner: Bison burgers + shrimp Day 12 - AM: Collagen + jerky - Lunch: Beef tongue stew - Dinner: Grilled salmon + chicken liver pâté Day 13 - AM: Sardines + 2 boiled eggs - Lunch: Pork belly + bone marrow - Dinner: Rack of lamb Day 14 - AM: Collagen coffee - Lunch: Beef heart + oxtail stew - Dinner: Prime rib roast + scallops 🛒 Shopping Guide (2 Weeks) Proteins - Beef: ribeye, prime rib, short ribs, ground beef, marrow bones, oxtail, liver, heart, tongue - Lamb: chops, rack, shank, burgers - Game: bison, venison (steaks, ground) - Poultry: chicken thighs, wings, liver, hearts, duck breast, duck eggs - Pork: belly, chops, bacon, pork rinds - Seafood: salmon (fillets, smoked), sardines, scallops, shrimp, crab legs - Eggs: chicken & duck

One of the Most Overlooked Longevity + Metabolic Health Markers One of the main metrics I personally watch for longevity, metabolic health, and nervous system resilience is heart rate variability (HRV). Not heart rate. Not steps. Not calories burned. HRV. And here’s the problem: Most people wearing an Apple Watch, Garmin, Fitbit, Oura, or Hume have no idea what HRV actually means—or why it matters. Let’s fix that! 🧠 What Is Heart Rate Variability (HRV)? Heart rate variability measures the tiny differences in time between each heartbeat. Contrary to what most people assume, a perfectly steady heartbeat is not a good thing. A healthy heart is responsive, adaptable, and flexible—constantly adjusting to internal and external demands. HRV gives us a direct window into your autonomic nervous system, specifically the balance between: • Sympathetic nervous system → fight or flight • Parasympathetic nervous system → rest, repair, digest ⸻ 🔄 Why HRV Matters (More Than Almost Any Other Metric) HRV tells us how well your body shifts between stress and recovery. • High HRV = your system can activate when needed and downshift efficiently • Low HRV = your system is stuck in a stress-dominant state This is why HRV is so powerful for: • Longevity • Metabolic health • Hormonal balance • Recovery • Mental health • Burnout prevention • Cardiovascular resilience In Bedrock terms: 👉 HRV reflects the health of your terrain ⸻ 📊 What’s Considered “Healthy” HRV? There is no universal “perfect” HRV number. HRV is highly individual and influenced by: • Age • Sex • Genetics • Fitness history • Stress exposure • Trauma history What matters most is: • Your baseline • Your trends • Your recovery capacity That said, general patterns help guide interpretation: 🔹 Higher HRV (relative to you) • Strong parasympathetic tone • Better stress resilience • Faster recovery • Improved metabolic flexibility 🔻 Lower HRV (relative to you) • Chronic stress load • Poor recovery • Inflammatory burden

Hey Leanna, do you have some information put together or possibly in the near future on detoxification for those that have taken the jabs?

Hey Bedrock Nation — if you’re feeling puffy, inflamed, snacky, or like you need a clean “reboot,” this is one of my favorite tools to reset the terrain. ✅ I just uploaded our Guided 72–84 Hour Fast handout. It walks you through: - Why 72+ hours matters (gut microbiome + immune reset signals) - The stages of fasting (what’s happening in your body at 0–12, 12–24, 24–48, 48–72+ hours) - What to expect (hunger waves, energy shifts, brain fog → clarity) - Electrolyte strategy to make this feel doable - How to break the fast correctly so you don’t wreck your gut or digestion - A simple Sunday → Thursday 84-hour schedule you can follow Important: This is designed as a true guided protocol — not just “not eating.” Your plan matters. 🔗 Download the handout here: 🧂 Electrolytes we recommend: Hydrate, SALTT or our DIY electrolyte recipe "ketoraid" and possibly, IDLife LOAD or I AM Aminos for muscle support (see your team member for help) Before you start — comment below with: 1. Your start date (Mon is my favorite) 2. Your fasting goal (bloating, cravings, insulin resistance, autoimmune flare reset, etc.) 3. Your biggest concern (headaches, low energy, sleep, social events) I’ll be watching the thread and coaching you through the common speed bumps. 🤍— Leanna For more understanding on the how and why of fasting take the FREE mini course by clicking on the classroom tab above!