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Can it be this simple?Simply? Yes.Dr. Melissa Sundermann ('Doctor Outdoors') - lifestyle medicine physician - shares how six pillars (plus one extra weapon) can prevent, treat, and even reverse chronic disease - no fancy gadgets or prescriptions needed. Melissa's message is pivoted on the fact that our genes are not our destiny - if you disagree, read on. If you agree, hi, we like you, agent of your own health 👋We cover:🥗 Food as Medicine - your gut, brain, and mood are all connected🏋️‍♀️ Movement That Matters - walking 10,000 steps cuts dementia risk by 50%💤 Sleep & Brain Health - how sleep "cleans" the brain and supports creativity & memory🚫 Risky Substances - why there’s no safe threshold for alcohol (and other habits to rethink)🧘 Stress Management - the power of easy, accessible mindfulness tools👥 The Power of Social Connection - loneliness and isolation: just as risky as smoking🌳 Nature as Medicine - the science of forest bathing, phytoncides, and why trees may outperform pharmaceuticals🎯 Her message? The simple ideas, pursued with consistency, are the real “cheat codes” to lifelong vitality.Find Dr Melissa:Instragam - @thedoctoroutdoors @motivatormelissaLinktreeMentioned in this episode:Effect of forest bathing trips on human immune functionEffects of forest environment (Forest bathing) on health promotion and disease preventionAge-associated chronic diseases require age-old medicineMore on Forest BathingWant to watch this on video? Subscribe on YouTubeInstagram  @degreesofhealthDisclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

🚨 Testosterone is Dropping – Should We Be Worried? 🚨Testosterone levels have been plummeting for decades with studies showing a 40-50% drop in free testosterone over the last 20-30 years. But why is this happening? And more importantly - what can men do about it?Dr. Tracy Gapin, urologist and leading expert in men’s health and performance, unpacks the modern testosterone crisis, the role of environmental toxins, lifestyle, and nutrition, and how small daily decisions may be the key to reclaiming long-term health.We cover:⚠️ Hidden Symptoms of low T - do any sound familiar to you?🧪 Endocrine Disruptors - how plastics, chemicals, and even deodorant may be affecting hormones🏋️ Strength Training & Hormones - boosting T naturally🥩 Diet & Hormones - the impact of (stressful) low-carb diets, fasting, and caloric restriction on T levels💉 Peptides - the growing interest in hormone-supporting peptides for recovery, energy & longevity🧬 Aging as optional? - how to maintain healthspan & vitality for decadesDr. Gapin emphasises that tiny daily choices - from what we eat to what we put on our skin - can either support or sabotage our hormones. It’s not about perfection, but about building momentum with the right tiny habits.Find Dr Tracy Gapin:Website - get a copy of his book for free, the high performance handbook, and a science-based peptide guide.YouTubeMentioned in this episode:Atrazine induces complete feminization and chemical castration in male African clawed frogsAge, Disease, and Changing Sex Hormone Levels in Middle-Aged MenTemporal trends in sperm countTestosterone deficiency and cardiovascular mortalityThe Effect of Testosterone on CV Disease and CV Risk Factors in MenRole of Testosterone in the Treatment of CV DiseaseWant to watch this on video? Subscribe on YouTubeInstagram  @degreesofhealthDisclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Lads, is your: energy low? sex drive fading? motivation struggling? You’re not alone.Testosterone levels are dropping at an alarming rate worldwide - but it’s not just about age. Factors like microplastics, stress, poor sleep, and diet are wreaking havoc on our hormones.But before jumping on TRT, there are powerful lifestyle and supplement-based interventions that can naturally optimise your testosterone and send it sky rocketing once again. We're chatting here with Lucas Aoun, Australia’s leading biohacker and founder of Boost Your Biology, to unpack:💡 The real reasons mens T levels are crashing❌ Why many jump on TRT too soon (and the smarter alternatives)🧊 The wild science of testicle icing (yes, take that pack of peas on the road)🌿 The ultimate natural testosterone stacks🧠 Cutting-edge nootropics, brain hacks, confidence and libidoWe talk tons of supplements too including catuaba, pine pollen, shilajit, boron, methylene blue, taurine, cistanche, magnesium, zinc, tonkat ali, stinging nettle root. Plenty to get stuck into if you're looking to up your T!(Plus a gruelling assault bike challenge to test your limits).Find Lucas:Boost Your BiologyInstagramMentioned in this episode:https://nisupplements.com/Catuapure Supplementhttps://trtfree.com/ - where to find protocols and the supplements Lucas mentions hereWant to watch this on video? Subscribe on YouTubeInstagram  @degreesofhealthDisclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Part 2 of 2. For years, fat has been the villain of the food world. We’ve been told it clogs arteries, sends cholesterol through the roof, and leads to heart disease. But is that actually true? It's about time to give fat a fair trial.Enter Dr Mary Newport. Here, we're discussing Mary's new article (released this month - Feb 2025) analysing 26 studies conducted from 1985 to 2024 with 984 complete datasets - looking specifically at the coconut oil on lipid parameters (total, LDL, HDL cholesterol, and triglycerides).Mary helps us to break down the history of the lipid-heart hypothesis (aka: the idea that fat = heart disease), the fact this remains what it states (a hypothesis) and yet our entire food belief system is built from it, what the research actually says, and why things are not be as black and white as fat=bad=avoid.🔍 We cover:✅ The Fat Fear Factor - where did the idea that fat is bad even come from?✅ Coconut Oil & Cholesterol - should we be worried to incorporate more coconut/MCT/olive oil on a keto diet? 🥥✅ Cholesterol 101 - is LDL really the “bad guy,” or is there more to the story?✅ Metabolism & Health - how things like inflammation and blood sugar fit into the picture✅ Fuel for Thought - why Mary is a big proponent of MCT oil for brain healthTune in for a research-backed conversation about fat, cholesterol, keto, and heart health and whether we really have any reason to be side-eyeing that extra few servings of olive oil.The article in discussion:Analysis of 26 Studies of the Impact of Coconut Oil on Lipid Parameters: Beyond Total and LDL CholesterolFind Mary:Website (also find here how to get started with a ketogenic diet)Books by Mary:Clearly KetoAlzheimer’s Disease - What If There Was A Cure? The Complete Book of KetonesThe Coconut Oil & Low-Carb SolutionFind our previous episode with Mary specifically on use of Coconut Oil for Cognitive Function/Decline Prevention - Mary Newport, M.D. | Brain Fuel: How Coconut Oil and MCTs Can Transform the Alzheimer's BrainWant to watch this on video? Subscribe on YouTubeInstagram  @degreesofhealthDisclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Part 1 of 2. For years, fat has been the villain of the food world. We’ve been told it clogs arteries, sends cholesterol through the roof, and leads to heart disease. But is that actually true? It's about time to give fat a fair trial.Enter Dr Mary Newport. Here, we're discussing Mary's new article (released this month - Feb 2025) analysing 26 studies conducted from 1985 to 2024 with 984 complete datasets - looking specifically at the coconut oil on lipid parameters (total, LDL, HDL cholesterol, and triglycerides).Mary helps us to break down the history of the lipid-heart hypothesis (aka: the idea that fat = heart disease), the fact this remains what it states (a hypothesis) and yet our entire food belief system is built from it, what the research actually says, and why things are not be as black and white as fat=bad=avoid.🔍 We cover:✅ The Fat Fear Factor - where did the idea that fat is bad even come from?✅ Coconut Oil & Cholesterol - should we be worried to incorporate more coconut/MCT/olive oil on a keto diet? 🥥✅ Cholesterol 101 - is LDL really the “bad guy,” or is there more to the story?✅ Metabolism & Health - how things like inflammation and blood sugar fit into the picture✅ Fuel for Thought - why Mary is a big proponent of MCT oil for brain healthTune in for a research-backed conversation about fat, cholesterol, keto, and heart health and whether we really have any reason to be side-eyeing that extra few servings of olive oil.The article in discussion:Analysis of 26 Studies of the Impact of Coconut Oil on Lipid Parameters: Beyond Total and LDL CholesterolFind Mary:Website (also find here how to get started with a ketogenic diet)Books by Mary:Clearly KetoAlzheimer’s Disease - What If There Was A Cure? The Complete Book of KetonesThe Coconut Oil & Low-Carb SolutionFind our previous episode with Mary specifically on use of Coconut Oil for Cognitive Function/Decline Prevention - Mary Newport, M.D. | Brain Fuel: How Coconut Oil and MCTs Can Transform the Alzheimer's BrainWant to watch this on video? Subscribe on YouTubeInstagram  @degreesofhealthDisclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Has desire for your partner changed within the course of your relationship? Do you feel like you and your partner are mis-matched in terms of desire? Are you curious to know what you could do differently to change this from a sex therapist with over 27 years experience? Read on. Dr Marianne Brandon, PhD, joins us as we delve into the complex world of sexual dynamics, relationships, and the future of intimacy. As a clinical psychologist, sex therapist, and futurist, Dr. Brandon sheds light on the often-unspoken challenges couples face in long-term relationships, offering fresh perspectives rooted in evolutionary psychology and modern-day realities.We cover:👩‍❤️‍👨 Men and Women - why our sexual wiring is fundamentally different and why understanding this matters🔥 Hijack Your Biology - tapping into primal instincts in safe, trusting relationships📉 Why Desire Fades - the evolutionary reasons long-term relationships kill lust and tips on how to bring it back🤖 Sex Tech & VR Porn - how cutting-edge technology is both enhancing and complicating modern relationshipsDr Marianne says - we can’t solve a problem we don’t understand. This episode helps us understand our evolutionary instincts and just how much they play into our modern lives at, largely, an unconscious level - and rather than trying to suppress, ignore, or repress them, to accept them, give them air time, and an outlet. Find Dr Marianne:Website Podcast - The Sex DoctorsBlog - The Future of Intimacy, Psychology Today Marianne's BooksMentioned in this episode:Female Genital Arousal: A Focus on How Rather than WhyEffects of virtual reality erotica on ejaculate quality of sperm donorsThe Anxious Generation by Jonathan HaidtWant to watch this on video? Subscribe on YouTubeInstagram  @degreesofhealthDisclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr. Mark Tarnopolsky is a world-renowned expert in mitochondrial health, muscle function, and ageing science. As a clinician-scientist at McMaster University, he has dedicated his career to understanding how we can optimise our mitochondria - the tiny powerhouses in our cells - for better energy, performance, and longevity.This is for you if you’ve ever asked yourself: Why does energy fade as I age? How can I boost my endurance, strength, and resilience whatever age I am? And what are the best ways to support (even enhance) these powerhouses naturally?We cover:🔥 Mitochondria 101 - why they’re central to health, ageing, and energy production🌟 Signs of mitochondrial dysfunction - fatigue, muscle loss, and cataracts🏋️‍♀️ Exercise for mitochondria – Endurance vs. resistance training benefits (on mitochondrial mass and function)💡 Mitochondrial Biogenesis - how to double your mitochondria in 3 months🍎 Supplements demystified - the science on CoQ10, NAD precursors, beetroot extract, and urolithin A🧠 Aging & oxidative stress - mitophagy and why antioxidants alone won’t cut it🩺 Mark’s regimen - he practices what he preaches: the nutrition, supplements, and exercise strategies he uses to stay on top of his game (and hold a +68 VO2 max in his 60s)What we do know? There’s no shortcut to better mitochondria. What we can do? We listen and we learn what Dr Mark describes to be the gold standard for optimising energy, longevity, and quality of life. Lace up your sneakers, team! Find Dr Mark:McMaster UniversitySupplement Brand - Stay Above NutritionMark’s papersMentioned in this episode:Antioxidants prevent health-promoting effects of physical exercise in humans PubMedEffects of Nicotinamide Riboside on Endocrine Pancreatic Function and Incretin Hormones in Nondiabetic Men With ObesityA randomized placebo-controlled clinical trial of nicotinamide riboside in obese menUrolithin A improves muscle strength, exercise performance, and biomarkers of mitochondrial healthWant to watch this on video? Subscribe on YouTubeInstagram  @degreesofhealthDisclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The light we see is as crucial as the food we eat, the water we drink, and the air we breathe. Former Harvard Medical School professor and 40-year leading expert in circadian clocks and human health, Dr. Moore-Ede speaks on why our health hinges on getting the right sort of light at the right time. In this episode, he reveals the dangers of modern LED lighting, which often emits bright but unhealthy "junk light." Just as junk food wreaks havoc on our body, junk light disrupts our circadian rhythms, suppresses melatonin, and contributes to chronic diseases.We cover:💤 The Health Risks of LED Lighting: "junk light" disrupts circadian rhythms, suppresses melatonin, and contributes to chronic diseases💡 Junk Light and Lumens - modern lighting regulations prioritise energy efficiency over human health🕒 Circadian Clocks and Longevity: light is essential for disease prevention and healing👓 Rise of Myopia in Children: indoor living and reduced exposure to natural light are fueling skyrocketing rates of myopia🌈 Blue light blocking glasses - do you have the right sort?🛠️ Practical Solutions for Healthier Lighting: simple changes you can make in your home and your lifeBacked by decades of evidence, Dr Martin Moore-Ede shares the science behind why we must prioritise light in our health, and how to optimise our exposure for immediate benefits, and a longer, healthier life.Find Dr Martin:Book: https://thelightdoctor.com/Website and CampaignSubstackLinkedInInstagramTwitterYouTubeGoogle ScholarMentioned in this episode:Health and Light by John OttSORAA - light bulbsThe Body Electric by Robert Becker and Gary SeldonAvoidance of sun exposure is a risk factor for all-cause mortality: results from the Melanoma in Southern Sweden cohortWant to watch this on video? Subscribe on YouTubeInstagram  @degreesofhealthDisclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Here we're speaking with Dr. Joseph Cullen as he discusses his research on high dose intravenous (IV) vitamin C as a treatment for metastatic cancer. The aim in his lab is to show that adding high-dose, IV vitamin C, which is very inexpensive and very well tolerated, can improve treatment for these cancers that are among the deadliest. Joseph highlights the potential for it to transform not just patient outcomes but the entire conversation around alternative therapies. He shares candid insights from his lab’s work on glioblastoma, lung cancer, and pancreatic cancer, as well as ongoing studies into combining vitamin C with other treatments like immunotherapy and radiation.We cover:💡 What makes high-dose IV vitamin C a game - changer in cancer care 📈 Cancer progression and survival outcomes - his research that shows doubling progression-free survival🔍 Mechanisms of action - pro-oxidant in cancer cells, antioxidant in healthy cells👩‍⚕️ Challenges in acceptance - why some oncologists remain skeptical🩺 Who benefits most - which cancers respond best, combining therapies, and where it doesn’t work⚠️ Side effects and safety - what to watch for, including rare risksThe research shows significant promise, but challenges persist. Joseph opens up about the difficulties in securing funding for anything outside pharma-driven drugs and compounds, the skepticism from traditional oncology, and the need for more extensive clinical trials to validate findings. Despite these hurdles, his belief in the therapy’s potential remains steadfast - and his surprise at just how well it works, over and over again, keeps driving him forward. Mentioned in this episode:High-dose IV vitamin C plus chemotherapy doubles survival in advanced pancreatic cancerA randomized trial of pharmacological ascorbate, gemcitabine, and nab-paclitaxel for metastatic pancreatic cancerWhat is metastatic pancreatic cancer?Find Joseph:[email protected] - Joseph kindly said that oncologists can reach out to him directly to enquire more and request the protocol for patients where appropriateAll Dr Cullen’s papersFree Radical & Radiation BiologyWant to watch this on video? Subscribe on YouTubeInstagram  @degreesofhealthDisclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Meet Professor Thomas Seyfried, the biologist leading a revolution in how we fight cancer and other chronic diseases with metabolic therapies. Author of the acclaimed book 'Cancer as a Metabolic Disease', Professor Seyfried talks through the evolutionary biology behind cancer and the scientific evidence that disproves the consensus theory on the origin of cancer. His focus on the need for mitochondrial health and metabolic therapies opens up the conversation for new avenues of treatment that are less toxic and, quite possibly, more effective.We cover (+much more):🥬 How cancer cells thrive on fermentation - and how this changes treatment approaches📉 The future of cancer care - rethinking research, funding, and patient education🥩 Ketogenic diets and cancer 💊 Glutamine inhibitors and parasite drugs - tools with potential in fighting metastatic cancer⚠️ The cost of traditional care - understanding why metabolic therapies may work better than or in addition to SOC🌍 Why mitochondrial health matters – for cancer, diabetes, Alzheimer’s, and moreProfessor Seyfried is astounded by how many cancer patients start to use metabolic therapy only after they've exhausted all other options and they haven't worked. He believes the first thing you need to do is get your body into NK, whatever treatment you choose. For patients, researchers, and anyone interested in the future of cancer care, this episode presents the latest metabolic science and the latest framework for cancer prevention and treatment strategies.You have to ask - are we literally tripping over the truth here? Find Thomas:WebsiteTwitterYouTubeBook - Cancer as a Metabolic DiseaseAll of Professor Seyfried's published workMentioned:Clinical research framework proposal for ketogenic metabolic therapy in glioblastomaAmino Acid and Glucose Fermentation Maintain ATP Content in Mouse and Human Malignant Glioma CellsPress-pulse: a novel therapeutic strategy for the metabolic management of cancerWant to watch this on video? Subscribe on YouTubeInstagram  @degreesofhealthDisclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

LJ Amaral dives us deep into the world of metabolic therapies and the ketogenic diet as a potential treatment for cancer. LJ shares valuable insights into the promising intersection of diet and cancer care and her pioneering research in the field makes this a must-listen for anyone interested in personalised cancer treatments and improving quality of life through dietary changes.We cover (but so much more too):📖 The Warburg theory - understanding a cancer cells’ glucose dependence🥑 Getting the fat equation right - omega-3s, whole fats, and tips for sticking to a high-fat diet. And why fat matters more than protein here...🫒 Keto vs. Keto for cancer - dramatic tumour reductions and improved patient-reported outcomes in fatigue and cognition💡 Future research - ketosis thresholds, 428 ongoing clinical trials, and personalised metabolic therapies🩺 Patient-centered care in cancer treatment - respecting choices while providing evidence-backed support🌟 BHB and inflammation - how ketones stabilise damaged cells and improve outcomesLJ Amaral’s commitment to extending healthspan and improving quality of life shines through. Her belief in the importance of maintaining hope and collaboration between patients and clinicians is inspiring.Find LJ:Research Gate Mentioned in this episode:Keto Nutrition.org - also see our episode with Dom D’AgostinoCharlie FoundationKeto Mojo by Miriam KalamianTools of Titans by Tim FerrissUntethered Soul by Michael SingerWant to watch this on video? Subscribe on YouTubeInstagram  @degreesofhealthDisclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What if the way we think about mental health is due for a revolution? Maybe we don’t need to suffer and to 'try to' live well with the big challenges that mental illness can bring - maybe we can actually...live well. In this deeply personal and groundbreaking conversation, Lauren Kennedy-West shares her experience of living with schizoaffective disorder - and historical diagnoses that included depression, bipolar disorder with psychotic features, and an eating disorder - to living symptom-free and off psychiatric medications. What she did? After years of psychotic episodes, anti-depressants, and anti-psychotics, Lauren made a decision not centred on treating the symptoms but on improving her underlying metabolic health. Lauren adopted a strict medical ketogenic diet and metabolic therapies that healed her brain and transformed her life.What if we removed the dogma on how we currently understand mental health - for just a moment - and were to ask 'what if we are wrong?' - what might we be able to see? Heads you win big, tails you don’t lose much. And in Lauren's case, she won bigWe hope this episode serves as a safe space to explore ideas that may challenge the status quo and offer immense hope for anyone thinking "there must be something more I can do". There is. Lauren's story provides powerful insights into what is possible when we address the root causes of mental illness, serving as a beacon of hope and inspiration as to what is possible for a better tomorrow. Find Lauren:WebsiteYouTubeInstagramOnline peer support communities:Metabolic Therapies for Mental DisorderSchizophrenia Peer Support CommunityAdditional resource for Metabolic Therapies for Mental Health:Metabolic Mind websiteMetabolic Mind YouTube channelMentioned in this episode:Gut and Psychology Syndrome by Natasha Campbell-McBrideBrain Energy by Chris PalmerChronometer AppDr. Guido FrankWant to watch this on video? Subscribe on YouTubeInstagram  @degreesofhealthDisclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr. John Mulhall doesn't just treat erectile dysfunction (ED), he's also on a global mission to demystify its causes, highlight its complexities, and offer an alternative to how we currently think about sexual health.This is for you if you’re wondering: what can I do today to ensure better sexual health tomorrow? Even if it's good today, don't you want to ensure it'll be good in your later years? And if it's not where you want it to be today, perhaps you've not spoken to anyone about it yet - you're not alone here. There are answers out there and support to be given. But you've got to ask for it.We cover:🏃 Exercise and erectile health - getting it up (your heart rate)📈 Durability and frequency - it matters, but it should only matter to you👨‍⚕️ Exogenous testosterone - risk of transference and its impact on fertility💦 Premature ejaculation: lifelong vs. acquired - and what to do about each💉 Navigating treatment options - pills, patches, and injectables and caution over the the ‘Wild West’ of supplements💊 PDE5 inhibitors - how they work, their cardiovascular benefits, and their limitations🧠 The psychology behind ED - how placebos enter in and integrating psychological and medical approaches for effective treatment🔬 Emerging therapies - shockwave therapy, platelet-rich plasma, and penile botox injections - do they work?His ultimate advice? Don’t wait to bring it up. Whether you’re a patient or a physician, empowering conversations can make all the difference. Find John:Twitter (@SaveYourSexLife)Dr John's BookWant to watch this on video? Subscribe on YouTubeInstagram  @degreesofhealthDisclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Just how judgey are we when it comes to sex? With ourselves, with our partners, with friends, when listening to others online... Be honest. What benefit does it serve? Or a better question to ask perhaps is what damage might it be doing?❗Whether you’re navigating your own relationship challenges or seeking deeper insights into your own sexual exploration, listen here to Dr Kate because it's a rich and honest conversation that might just reshape how you think about and experience intimacy, equality, and desire.Dr. Kate, who has spent thousands of hours with individuals and couples in private practice, shares with us the complexities of sexual struggles that are often silenced. And what's most sad to Dr Kate is just how many people tolerate dissatisfaction in their relationships, and never experience the full potential of their intimate capacity. We unpack a lot in this episode:🤨 Can we trade out judgement for curiosity when it comes to ... well everything, but sex in particular?🪝 Hook up culture - what happens when we only focus on individual rather than shared pleasure?🖋️ Better sex education (not excl. anatomy + pleasure) and pleasure equity👨 The challenges men face in being emotionally present balanced with still proving that they check all the boxes of 'what it means to be a man'‍🍼 How intimacy evolves and changes (!) over time, the inequities of emotional labor and discrepancies in desireSome tougher topics to face: --Why do happy people cheat? --How do trauma and dissociation impact intimacy? --What does it take to create the psychological and emotional space necessary for genuine connection? Dr. Kate is relentlessly positive in her regard and nothing is off the table to explore. She shares actionable advice on how couples can work at building shared realities, breaking down barriers to arousal, and cultivating a sense of safety and play.Mentioned in this episode:She Comes First by Ian Kerner (see previous episode with Ian)Come As You Are - Emily NagoskiKate Mann - Down Girl; EntitledThe Patriachs by Angela Saini Everyday Sexism - Laura Bates Yes, Mistress by Alicia ZadigFind Kate:ModernIntimacy.comInstagramPodcast: Get Naked with Dr Kate Book release Feb 2025 - What Happened To My Sex Life?Want to watch this on video? Subscribe on YouTubeInstagram  @degreesofhealthDisclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode's information revealed just how much of our 'regulated' nutritional information is either completely outdated or incorrect. Here with Lily Nichols, a renowned dietitian and author who is not afraid to speak on the controversial dietary topics, we discuss where current nutritional guidelines on protein and micronutrients impact overall health and hold us back, particularly for those looking to optimise fertility and metabolic health.Tune in to get the latest on:🤰 Nutritional foundations for maternal and child health - pre-pregnancy, pre-natal, and post natal🍩 Blood sugar regulation and nutrient-dense diets for prospective parents ℹ️ The actually essential roles of non-essential amino acids 👶🏻 A protein-forward, nutrient dense intake for maternal health and fetal development 🌾 Supplementing vs real foods - the synergies 🧬 How nutrients (like choline, vitamin D, and B12) influence genetic expression from the womb onwardThis conversation is a must for prospective parents, and anyone seeking to understand how optimal nutrition intersects with fertility, energy, and lifelong health.Find Lily:Website, Blog Posts and BooksFree 1st Book Chapter - Real Food for PregnancyInstagramWant to watch this on video? Subscribe on YouTubeInstagram  @degreesofhealthDisclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A powerhouse of knowledge, we're joined by Dr. Casey Peavler who invites us to address 3 impending needs: 1. for medicine to become less siloed 2. for doctors never to stop learning or being curious and 3. for patients to not lose their autonomy and agency in health treatments and decisions. Here, Ben and Dr Casey delve into the evolving understanding of cancer treatment, contrasting the traditional somatic mutation theory with the emerging metabolic theory of cancer. The conversation highlights the intricacies and nuances of new and promising routes to understand cancer and its treatment to remission. As with many of our conversations and guests, Casey emphasises the importance of patient agency and the need for informed decision-making in collaboration with healthcare providers. We discuss:🥼 Somatic vs. Metabolic Theories of Cancer - why our understanding of cancer needs to evolve and where they both have merit 🤏The Press Pulse Protocol - “starving” cancer cells while strengthening the body🥥 Exogenous Ketones, Glucose, and Glutamine — Targeting cancer cells’ energy sources for effective treatment🔅 Chronic low-level sun exposure for Vitamin D - crucial for both cancer prevention and treatment 💊 Dosing strategies - daily dosing of certain medications may be more effective than intermittent dosing for cancer treatment but context is key🙋 The Power of Patient Agency — Moving from passive recipient to active participant in cancer careDr. Peavler urges patients to 'take the wheel' in their health journey. This conversation we hope will inspire you to explore all the avenues available to us when it comes to health, emphasising that you never lose the opportunity to be an agent within your own care - get information, learn, gather resources and identify what looks like a path to health for you. And we'd love to hear from you if you do. Find Casey:Integra MedicineYouTubeMentioned in this episode:Books by Dr Fung - The Cancer Code. The Obesity Code.Study Douglas Wallace Study Press-pulse: a novel therapeutic strategy for the metabolic management of cancerBook Defeating Cancer!: The Biological Effect of Deuterium Depletion by Gabor SomlyaiBook The Plant Paradox by Stephen GundryBook Keto Fast by Joseph MercolaBook - Cancer as a Metabolic Disease by Thomas SeyfriedWant to watch this on video? Subscribe on YouTubeInstagram  @degreesofhealthDisclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

More keto! We're interested in everything keto at the moment. The different ways to get into ketosis, how the body and brain respond to a ketogenic state, the complexities of exogenous ketones, and what possible benefits and drawbacks a state of ketosis has.Dr. Brendan Egan this week helps us to dissect the current literature of ketones within the field of exercise performance and recovery, and offers a suggestion to look past ketones as a one-size-fits-all solution. Brendan also shares insight on the future of ketone research and the importance of focusing on foundational health practices.We cover:🥜 Natural ketosis - fasting and/or a ketogenic diet🧪 Exogenous ketones explained: ketogenic precursors (MCTs), salts, esters, and dosage🔬 The current data on ketosis and performance / recovery - the promising and the no-shows😟 The potential value of ketosis when the body is really stressed💪 Muscle protection - mitigating the effects of bed rest 💊 Placebo Power: Impacts performance and supplement perception.If you're interested in using keto as a dietary intervention for exercise performance, recovery, or as a protective mechanism with reduced mobility or bed rest, have a listen. It certainly could be worthwhile seeing if shifting your body's fuel source helps you in your endeavour. We'd love to hear from you - have you had any personal results that demonstrate anything similar to or contrary to the current literature?Mentioned in this episode:Study Nutritional Ketosis Alters Fuel Preference and Thereby Endurance Performance in AthletesStudy Ketone Bodies Attenuate Wasting in Models of AtrophyBook Outlive by Peter AttiaBook Surely You’re Joking and What Do You Care What Other People Think? by Richard Feynman Herology Women's Supplements Find Brendan:EmailGoogle ScholarWant to watch this on video? Subscribe on YouTubeInstagram  @degreesofhealth Disclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Why are we scheduling dentist appointments but not sex? How do we tackle desire discrepancies—when one of us is in the mood while the other is wondering what’s on Netflix? And why is "performance anxiety" such a thing?!Ready to dive into the nitty-gritty of what really makes relationships tick? We sit down with Ian Kerner - he’s got the answers to all those questions you probably didn’t ask at your last dinner party. From how common it is for couples to be inches apart physically but miles apart emotionally, to the very real consequences of deprioritising sexual attraction, this conversation is a masterclass in sex and intimacy.We go into:📢 Why sexual compatibility should be a top priority in relationships🪜 Bridging the gap in desire differences⏰ Performance anxiety and the male obsession with "lasting longer"👑 The clitoris as queen: closing the orgasm gap📅 Scheduling sex: Unsexy or genius?👴👵 Keeping the flame alive in long-term relationshipsWe see all of you out there experiencing this and not asking the questions. So we did it for you. You're welcome! Watch, listen, take note, maybe even try a new approach. Whether you're in a relationship, looking for one, or just curious, this conversation might start you thinking that there's another way to think about sex for your relationship health - and it could just be better than what you've got now...And let us know - what do you think? What other questions do you have? "Is it normal that...?" Has it helped? Are there more obstacles?Find Ian:WebsiteMentioned in this episode:She Comes First by Ian KernerSo Tell Me About the Last Time You Had Sex by Ian KernerThe Erotic Mind by Jack MorinStudy - More Than Just Sex: Affection Mediates the Association Between Sexual Activity and Well-BeingWant to watch this on video? Subscribe on YouTubeInstagram  @degreesofhealth Disclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This podcast episode features an in-depth conversation on metabolic therapies and their potential in cancer treatment, particularly focused on glioblastoma and other glycolytic cancers. Our guest, Dr Dom D'Agostino, a researcher and professor with a diverse background in neuroscience, molecular pharmacology, nutrition and physiology, has a particular interest in metabolic therapies. Dr Dom shares how manipulating the body’s metabolism through the glucose ketone index (GKI), therapeutic ketogenic diets, and redox therapies can improve cancer outcomes by reducing tumour growth and enhancing standard treatments like chemotherapy and radiation. We also explore the synergies of non-toxic therapies such as hyperbaric oxygen, metformin, and IV vitamin C, and how these could potentially reduce the side effects and overall outcomes of cancer treatment.We cover:🩺 Standard cancer care with and without metabolic interventions💊 Managing seizures with ketogenic therapies - a superior alternative to anti-seizure drugs🍽 The power of fasting and the importance of protein intake in chemotherapy and cancer augmentation🔥 Why certain cancers are more susceptible to metabolic-based therapies🔬 How overall mitochondrial health dictates cancer cell transformationDom also touches on the fundamental relationship between liver health and cancer growth and metabolic strategies to prevent cancer. If you're interested in the intersection of nutrition and cancer or wondering how far we are from keto becoming part of standard care, this is a must-listen episode.Find Dom:WebsiteMetabolic Health SummitMetabolic Health Summit YouTubeMentioned in this episode:Cancer cases attributable to potentially modifiable risk factorsFasting Cycles Retard Growth of Tumors and Sensitize a Range of Cancer Cell Types to ChemotherapyKetones inhibit mitochondrial production of reactive oxygen speciesThe Ketogenic Diet and Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy Prolong SurvivalKetone supplementation decreases tumor cell viability and prolongs survival of mice with metastatic cancerMetabolic management of glioblastoma ...with a restricted ketogenic dietClinical trials in progressWant to watch this on video? Subscribe on YouTubeInstagram  @degreesofhealthDisclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are you struggling with hair loss and not sure where to start? Or perhaps you have a hormone profile back that you want to work to improve? Whether you’re dealing with hair loss, want to optimise your hormonal profile towards a specific goal, or just want to feel at your best, this episode is packed with a science-backed medical perspective to provide you with the information to make decisions that support your journey to better health.James O'Hara, a nurse practitioner with a keen specialisation in preventative medicine, explores the science behind hair loss, hormonal balance, and how lifestyle choices impact these areas, and our overall well-being. If you’re seeking practical solutions for improving both your vitality and appearance, this episode is for you.Key Discussion Points:🔍 Root causes of hair loss – from iron deficiency to hormonal imbalances in men and women⚖️ Balancing hormones and hair loss treatments – exploring total testosterone, DHT, dutasteride and finasteride📚 Stacking for regrowth – combining lifestyle changes with other interventions e.g. microneedling, nutrient optimisation, red light🥗 Diet and testosterone – how fat, carbs, and supplements can influence hormone levels🔄 Testosterone Replacement Therapy (TRT) – who might benefit, and the risks involved🧠 Cognitive Performance – Enhancing brain function with caffeine, Modafinil, and other low-risk toolsJames emphasises the importance of a holistic approach, reminding us that no single treatment fits all. It’s about personalisation according to the individual, stacking therapies, managing lifestyle, and optimising nutrition for desired health outcome and long term well-being. Find James:InstagramGillet Health PodcastWebsiteMentioned in this episode:Study - Acute administration of roflumilast enhances sensory gating in healthy young humansStudy - Acute administration of roflumilast enhances immediate recall of verbal word memory in healthy young adultsStudy - Acute treatment with the PDE4 inhibitor roflumilast improves verbal word memory in healthy old individuals---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Want to watch this on video? Subscribe on YouTubeInstagram  @degreesofhealth Tik Tok @degrees_of_healthDisclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PART 2! If you or someone you love is affected by Alzheimers, this is for you. If you believe you’re at risk genetically or you want to prevent your own cognitive decline, this is also for you. If you’re curious about the role of ketones and the ketogenic diet in brain health, this is absolutely for you.Find Mary Newport:Website and BooksMentioned in this episode:Use of medium chain triglyceride (MCT) oil in subjects with Alzheimer's diseaseStudy of the ketogenic agent AC-1202 in mild to moderate Alzheimer's diseaseDr Stephen Cunane. Can Ketones Help Rescue Brain Fuel Supply in Later Life?Low-fat versus ketogenic diet in Parkinson's disease:Study due 2025: Refueling the post COVID-19 brain: potential role of ketogenic medium chain triglyceride supplementation: an hypothesisA short history of saturated fat: the making and unmaking of a scientific consensusLauric acid promotes neuronal maturation mediated by astrocytes in primary cortical culturesMetabolical by Robert LustigCancer as a Metabolic Disease by Thomas SeyfriedRavenous by Sam AppleWant to watch this on video? Subscribe on YouTubeInstagram  @degreesofhealth Tik Tok @degrees_of_healthDisclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PART 1! If you or someone you love is affected by Alzheimers, this is for you. If you believe you’re at risk genetically or you want to prevent your own cognitive decline, this is also for you. If you’re curious about the role of ketones and the ketogenic diet in brain health, this is absolutely for you.Dr. Mary Newport, neonatologist, author and certified Ketogenic Nutrition Specialist, shares her personal story of using a ketogenic diet to support her late husband, Steve, in his battle against early-onset Alzheimer’s. She explains the science behind ketones and how they serve as an alternative fuel for the brain. This episode doesn’t only offer insight into how ketones can improve cognitive function, mood, and overall quality of life, it also provides a very valid explanation for how they can be used to improve already existing cognitive decline. We cover (but so much more too):🧠 The brain-energy gap – how ketones bridge the gap🥥 MCT oil and coconut oil – their structures and unique role in producing ketones🍼 The connection between MCTs in breast milk and infant brain development🔥 Ketones: anti-inflammatory, appetite-suppressing, and brain-protective properties🩺 Can ketones prevent Alzheimer’s in high-risk individuals?🔬 Research on ketone esters and future treatments for cognitive declineDr. Newport also touches on the need for more research into the use of ketones for Alzheimer's, the impact on inflammation and cerebral blood flow, and the challenges to traditional low-fat dietary guidelines. She emphasises the potential of ketogenic diets to improve brain health both in slowing the development of Alzheimer's and as a preventative measure, and discusses her upcoming book on dietary guidelines and brain ageing.Find Mary:Website and BooksMentioned in this episode:Reference list on Mary Newport's websiteFull reference list can be found in Part 2Want to watch this on video? Subscribe on YouTubeInstagram  @degreesofhealth Tik Tok @degrees_of_healthDisclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you feel like life is slipping by and you're unsure how to live with purpose or intention, this episode is for you. William B. Irvine - author, philosopher, teacher and practicing Stoic - shares profound insights on how Stoicism offers a coherent framework for living a fulfilled life. Bill encourages us to embrace discomfort, fail forward, and live authentically—not for social approval but for personal fulfilment. Whether you're new to Stoicism or a seasoned practitioner, this conversation offers actionable insights to help you master the art of living well.🧠 The psychology of Stoicism: controlling negative emotions, not avoiding all feelings⚖️ Hedonic treadmill: why chasing happiness may not lead where you think or want🎯 Living by your values: how Stoicism and Zen Buddhism align in focusing on what truly matters🌀 Negative visualisation: a Stoic practice for cultivating gratitude and perspective🔄 Reframing challenges: using a positive mindset to turn obstacles into opportunitiesListen in here if you are interested in carefully rethinking the assumptions of everyday life and how they affect all realms of your health.Find Bill:Website Mentioned in this episode:Book - A Guide to the Good Life: The Ancient Art of Stoic Joy by William B. IrvineBook - On Desire by William B. IrvineBook - The Stoic Challenge: A Philosopher's Guide to Becoming Tougher, Calmer, and More Resilient by William B. IrvineBook - Walden by Henry David ThoreauWant to watch this on video? Subscribe on YouTubeInstagram  @degreesofhealth Tik Tok @degrees_of_healthDisclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mental health - we all have it. Yep, even you.We are all getting so good at looking after the various aspects of our physical health - nutrition, types of exercise, light exposure, cold baths - whatever your bag is, we're here for it. And many are catching on that the same approach can be used to look at aspects of our mental health. There are things we know make us feel great and then things we do that make us feel... well, not so great. We're human and we have and will continue to get that balance wrong a lot. But we believe part of getting it wrong a little less is being aware of what those things are. Enter the world of therapy that can help us with this process of discovery, identification and support in understanding our rationale behind behaviours that no longer serve us present day and illuminating a world in which we might be able to make differences choices. Here, we're speaking with Dr. Mitesh Patel discussing mental health and psychiatry. Mitesh talks about the pyramid of sound foundational principles - what we can do to foster sound mental health - and offers a unique perspective of what this field of work is highlighting at the moment. We cover:💭 Mistruths around what it means to mentally well💛 Emotional language mapping for young children in schools🚫 Social media diets🥽 The future of psychiatry - in-person, telehealth therapy, VR therapy🛠️ Psychedelics for positive change - micro dosing, assisted therapies, guided tripsFind Mitesh:LinkedInMentioned in this episode:*Study - Interconnected Dynamics of Sleep Duration, Social Media Engagement, and Neural Reward Responses in AdolescentsFilm - HerFilm - Ready Player 1Want to watch this on video? Subscribe on YouTubeInstagram  @degreesofhealth Tik Tok @degrees_of_healthDisclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you use a red or near-infra red light and you don’t really know why or what wave length you’re working with - this is for you. If you don’t even know why you would use a red light or want/need exposure to it, this is also for you. Glen Jeffery Professor of Neuroscience at UCL, explains the profound impact of light on our cellular health, particularly through the lens of mitochondria—the energy powerhouses of our cells. He explains how different wavelengths, especially red and near-infrared light, can recharge these cellular batteries, improving metabolism and reducing the effects of aging and inflammation.💡Relationship between light and high energy demanding systems of the human body🔋Mitochondria as a light-sensitive battery🚨Red light penetration just how far does it go through the body?🏥Application outside the lab - could changing the light bulbs in hospital reduce bed occupancy? ❤️‍🩹Wound healing with red light〰️Red light vs near infra red light - it’s all about the wave lengths.Glen - “I’ve told everyone in the lab we’ve got to stop doing science and we need to start talking” - people need this information. Where to find Glen:UCL Website  Mentioned in this episode:Study - Light stimulation of mitochondria reduces blood glucose levelsStudy - NASA Research Illuminates Medical Uses of LightBook - Power Sex and Suicide by Nick LaneWant to watch this on video? Subscribe on YouTubeInstagram  @degreesofhealth Tik Tok @degrees_of_healthDisclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We all have that tendency to go against our own better judgement when it comes to making decisions for our health - but why do we do it when we know there’s a better option there for us? The frustration it incurs! Not to mention the time wasted… and the guilt. It most certainly isn’t a lack of information available on how to be happy and healthy - that’s abundant. So, why is it that we often don’t actually do the things we know we should?We ask this and more with psychologist and coach, Dr Karen Doll. Karen practices what she preaches in supporting high performers with tools for psychological fitness. She asks the million dollar question - is it possible to be challenged, strive, achieve and grow without unnecessary anxiety and distress? Karen believes it absolutely is. The key? We have to be intentional about it. We dive into:⚖️ Sweet spot of energy and vitality without unnecessary anxiety and distress💗 You’re never the only one struggling🌎 “Not Enough” - a universal of human experience🎯Why we self-sabotage and challenging core beliefs💼📊Comparison, workaholism and successism - external to internal acceptance📱Smart phones for psychological fitness - generative or destructive?A big thought point for us was the following question and we’d love for you to explore it too and see how it applies in your own life. If we don’t know ourselves or what we want to be different, how will we even start the process of change? Find Karen:WebsiteLinkedInHarvard University Flourishing at Work NetworkMentioned:Book - Building Psychological Fitness by Karen Doll Book - The Anxious Generation by Jonathan HaidtRoulette - Addiction by Design by Natasha Dow SchullBook The Good Life by Robert WaldingerBook Fallen Leaves by Will DurantWant to watch this on video? Subscribe on YouTubeInstagram  @degreesofhealth Tik Tok @degrees_of_healthDisclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Thomas Seager joins us again for a conversation challenging the conventional understanding of cancer. Thomas argues that the war on cancer, launched over 50 years ago, has failed to make significant strides in combatting the disease due to a fundamental misunderstanding of its origins.With scientific clarity, Dr. Seager explains:🔬the theory of cancer as a metabolic disease, beginning with defects in mitochondrial DNA, rather than the previously believed nuclear DNA🍯 how glucose metabolism plays a crucial role in cancer growth💧 ketosis and cold exposure therapies in inhibiting tumour growth🏆 inspiring case studies using cold water to combat cancer (see episode with Dean Hall)⚠️ the limitations of traditional cancer treatments (chemotherapy and radiation) and the need for more research and openness towards alternative and/or adjunct therapies focused on metabolic health, mitochondrial function, and lifestyle choices.If you know of someone with cancer at the moment, share this with them. Or better yet, read the papers and books mentioned below and entertain the possibility that there may be additional things you can do to revolutionise their cancer care and improve the prognosis for a loved one. Surely that's worth a read.Find Thomas:SubstackTwitter & Instagram: @seagertp EmailMentioned in this episode:Book: Uncommon Cold by Thomas SeagerIce Bath and Cancer ScienceStudy - Cancer as a metabolic disease: implications for novel therapeuticsStudy - Can the Mitochondrial Metabolic Theory Explain Better the Origin and Management of Cancer than Can the Somatic Mutation Theory?Book - Cancer As A Metabolic Disease by Thomas SeyfriedStudy - Brown-fat-mediated tumour suppression by cold-altered global metabolismDNA repair and anti-cancer mechanisms in the longest-living mammal: the bowhead whaleWant to watch this on video? Subscribe on YouTubeInstagram  @degreesofhealth Tik Tok @degrees_of_healthDisclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We can all talk a good game - but how often do we actually deliver on the goods? If we know what we need to do to feel good, to attain and maintain good health, and achieve our goals and desires - why is that we find ourselves not doing the things?! Professor John Parkinson and Ben dive head first into the theories of behavioural psychology behind these patterns in us - where they come from, why they develop and what we can do to change them.Here we cover:🎯 The Intention-Action Gap 💡 The need for specificity in setting and achieving goals🧠 Optimists and pessimists - do you believe you can or you can’t?🏆 Fear of failing - we all know it, so what do we do with it?🎲 Gamifying life - “how would you live differently if you viewed life as a game?”👫 Gender differences in achievement, and optimism. 💪 Self-determination theory and 3 core motivating categoriesListen in to John and Ben's open discussion on how to stack the deck in your favour through understanding what is driving our behaviour, self-awareness and optimising your environment for goal achievement. Find John:Google ScholarPublic Health Wales - Behavioural Science Unit WebsiteWales Centre for Behavioural Change blogMentioned in this episode:Psychology Students’ Marathon Achievements Book - Super Better by Jane McGonigalStudy - Motivation and Behaviour Change in Parkrun ParticipantsBook - Thinking Fast and Slow by Daniel KahnemanBook - Determined: Life Without Free Will by Robert SapolskyWant to watch this on video? Subscribe on YouTubeInstagram  @degreesofhealth Tik Tok @degrees_of_healthDisclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr. James Kinross, a leading consultant surgeon and lecturer at Imperial College London, isn’t just at the forefront of gut microbiome research—he’s also written the book on it. Dark Matter delves into the vital role micro-organisms play in our bodies and the profound impact their balance (or imbalance) has on our health. Dr. Kinross’ research explores how the gut microbiome seemingly influences everything about how we interact with our environment and the impact it has on our health and our life as we age.Here, we discuss:👤 The symbiotic relationship between humans and their microbiome🚨 Bowel cancer: Why 95% of cases Dr Kinross operates on are preventable💊 The global misuse of antibiotics and its consequences💩 Fecal microbiome transplants—yes, it’s a thing!🧠 The crucial link between gut health and mental health🔬 The challenges of modern medicine working in silos📊 The future of microbiome science as a tool for population healthDr. Kinross is shaping our understanding of the hidden world within us, and this conversation might just change the way you think about looking after it.Find JamesInstagramBook - Dark MatterWebsiteMentioned in this episode:Fecal microbiota transplant overcomes resistance to anti–PD-1 therapy in melanoma patientsSweaty T-Shirt ExperimentAre single odorous components of a predator sufficient to elicit defensive behaviors in prey species?The Human Gut Microbiome as a Potential Factor in Autism Spectrum DisorderThe Age of Surveillance Capitalism - Shoshana ZuboffWant to watch this on video? Subscribe on YouTubeInstagram  @degreesofhealth Tik Tok @degrees_of_healthDisclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kristi Storoschuk couldn't sit back on her laurels and only write about science, she followed her academic curiosity into conducting the research herself, to deepen all of our understanding of metabolic health, healthy ageing and prevention of chronic disease. Kristi is active in developing a career around science communication and truly believes understanding why we make a lifestyle change dictates how well it we stick with it. Kristi is making a real difference in the health industry, and we're grateful she took the time to tell us how. Here, we cover:🙂 How we can improve our metabolic health with high intensity exercise (and why we should care about it)📈 Where is what you're doing going? - the trajectory of your health activities👟The many ways to achieve a health outcome - one size might not fit all here!💪 Muscle mass vs muscle quality - yep, there's a difference🏃Carbohydrate feeding vs fasted exercise😮‍💨 VO2 max, mitochondrial content and metabolic healthKristi practices what she preaches and loves a challenge - we're talking triathlons on a whim, self-scripted high intensity workouts, EMOMs - just take a look at her instagram for inspiration and to try one out for yourself.Find Kristi:InstagramWebsiteLinkedInMentioned in this episode:Right Thing Right Now - Ryan HolidayJordan Jonas on Lex Friedman PodcastWant to watch this on video? Subscribe on YouTubeInstagram  @degreesofhealth Tik Tok @degrees_of_healthDisclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Here, with globally recognised women’s health expert Dr Felice Gersh, we talk about PCOS. Polycystic Ovary Syndrome is on the rise with 1 in 10 women currently suffering with or managing the condition - sadly, most are the former. The imbalance affects the entire metabolic system and leads to inflammation, fatigue, and perhaps most prevalent in the reproductive era, fertility issues - it is the number one cause of female infertility. Quite right that this requires plenty of attention then. Dr Felice Gersh explains where we may be exacerbating the problem (birth control pills), but also where there is scope to reduce PCOS symptoms (shifts in lifestyle) that serve to address the underlying cause of the condition. We go into:🤰PCOS - what it is, why it’s on the rise, and the knock on inflammatory health and fertility implications🧠Endotoxins, inflammation in the body and the brain 🍓Fertility as a sign of health💊The birth control pill - why to exercise caution using BC for acne and facial hair♀️The use of GLP1, Metformin, Bioidentical Hormones and Lifestyle Medicine for improvement in PCOS and overall health.If you are looking to find out more about PCOS and how to manage it, Dr Felice makes the science of what us happening in the body very accessible, and also provides expert advice on what to do that proactively aids its management.For much more on PCOS and women’s health, find Felice at the links below:YouTubeLink TreeIMGI Google Scholar - all published articlesBooks: Menopause: 50 Things You Need to KnowPCOS SOS: A Gynecologist's Lifeline To Naturally Restore Your Rhythms, Hormones, and HappinessWant to watch this on video? Subscribe on YouTubeInstagram  @degreesofhealth Tik Tok @degrees_of_healthDisclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The opportunity to sit down with an Olympic gold medallist is a rare one - but an even rarer opportunity is to speak with an Olympic athlete-naturopath-nutritionist-performance coach-author-keynote speaker in one. Don't believe us? Introducing Dr Lauren Burns, PhD OAM OLY. Lauren has a unique perspective of how we can each tap into our inner resources to bring about desired outcomes in our lives and has developed her career to foster that in others through her coaching, speaking and books.Here, Ben and Lauren discuss:⭕ The Circle of Lifestyle - Lauren's holistic method to elevate individual potential🔄 Supportive networks and feedback loops in and out of high-performance sports ⌛ 20-Year Plans and Seasonal Plans - where people struggle most with goal-setting 🤝 Stress resilience in relationships - the benefits of quality alliances🧍 Personalised medicine and tailored health practices💭 Reframing negative self-talkIf you don't get the opportunity to watch the whole thing - we invite you to think about this question from Lauren: When you get to the end of your life, what do you want to look back and have done? Life is too long not to.Find Lauren:InstagramWebsiteLauren’s Books: Fighting Spirit (autobiography) & Food from a Loving Home (cookbook)Mentioned in this episode:-Supportive interpersonal relationships: a key component to high-performance sportLending a Hand: Social Regulation of the Neural Response to Threat-Lifestyles and mindsets of Olympic, Paralympic and world champions: is an integrated approach the key to elite performance?Want to watch this on video? Subscribe on YouTubeInstagram  @degreesofhealth Tik Tok @degrees_of_healthDisclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Russell Foster is a Professor of Circadian Neuroscience and the Head of Department of Ophthalmology at the University of Oxford. Russell has received globally renowned prizes, medals and awards for his discovery of non-rod, non-cone ocular photoreceptors - which he explains in this episode is revelatory in our understanding and application of circadian biology.Here, we learn:😴 Disrupted sleep-wake cycles and associated health issues⏰ Sleep individuality - aligning sleep-wake patterns with your biology🔵 Blue light blockers may not be as effective as previously thought💤 Melatonin as a mild modulator of sleep and not a sleep hormone👫 Gender differences in the circadian system - and the future of this research💡 Potential of light therapy to optimise sleep and treating sleep-related disordersFind Russell:Book - Life TimeResearch papersMentioned in this podcast:Study - Effect of early and late light exposure on the inherited retinal degeneration in ratsLux Measurement Apps - search on App StoreStudy - Sex Differences in Behavior and Learning Abilities in Adult RatsStudy - Efficacy of cognitive behavioural therapy for sleep improvement in patients with persistent delusions and hallucinationsStudy - Shift Work Disorder Among Oil Rig Workers in the North Sea Want to watch this on video? Subscribe on YouTubeInstagram  @degreesofhealth Tik Tok @degrees_of_healthDisclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr Gabrielle Fundaro, PhD, is educated in several areas of academia including human physiology in exercise and sport, skeletal muscle and hyper trophy, microbiome and metabolism, and gut health. More recently, Gabrielle has aggregated this knowledge and turned her focus to dismantling diet culture and weight stigma through nutritional coaching. Gabrielle supports her clients to build confidence outside of our external physique and synergise self-awareness with nutritional knowledge - all with great compassion having had her own years with body image disturbance and a misplaced definition of 'healthy'.This episode covers:•Unlearning the diet narrative, weight stigma and ‘smallness=healthier’ in the female physique•Body image disturbance and disordered eating masquerading as ‘health’•Self-worth, self-trust and freedom with food•Hunger training and habituation - are we eating for satiety and satisfaction, or something else?•Interoceptive sensitivity and awareness - learning to trust internal cues again with RPE eating cyclesThis episode is for you if you have ever felt like:you have a very considered, careful, analytical, fearful, strict or restrictive relationship with food and or your bodyyour self-worth is based on your weight or physique Having spent some time with Gabrielle, I wish I had met her when I had needed guidance with body image disturbance and disordered eating. I believed I was stuck in that loop for all eternity but thoughts equally tormented me that if I didn't change something, I'd live only a half life. The journey was lonely, uncertain and very bumpy. Now, I have so much freedom and confidence in what I can achieve with my body when I take care of it properly, but I wish I'd had someone like Gabrielle around offering a safe, personal and considered space to support the process. If you find yourself reading this thinking - it will never change, I'm stuck like this, or even maybe you see a way out but don't know if you really want to change it because you're scared of possible weight gain and food freedom (we see you), please get in touch with Gabrielle - it could just be the best health decision you ever make.Find Gabrielle:Link TreeInstagramNew Podcast - Salto De Fe. Leap of Faith.LinkedInWant to watch this on video? Subscribe on YouTubeInstagram  @degreesofhealth Tik Tok @degrees_of_healthDisclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr. Luana Colloca disseminates the value, practical and ethical use of placebos. How powerful are they and how much influence do they hold in our lives? Luana holds an MD, a masters degree in Bioethics and a PhD in Neuroscience. From her contribution and research, she has developed an international reputation as a leading scientist on the neurobiological mechanisms of placebo and nocebo effects. In this conversation, we found ourselves asking more than ever, is life just one big placebo effect?In this episode, we cover:🤕Placebos and pain - managing symptoms we don’t understand yet🧠Placebos and neuroplasticity - when things change in our brain, they change how we see the world🍹Positive and negative environmental cues, context and individual variability. Why do we still feel tipsy drinking non-alcoholic drinks?💭Thoughts as placebos - "I can do this", "I’ve got this" - just how much of our reality starts in the mind?👥Mass-psychogenic phenomenons - nocebo effects at the population level⚖️The ethics of placebos - to use or not to useFind Luana:Oxford University Press Book - open access. Also here.Website - Placebo Beyond Opinions CentreWant to watch this on video? Subscribe on YouTubeInstagram  @degreesofhealth Tik Tok @degrees_of_healthDisclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Anna Schaffner, PhD, is a former academic who, after suffering the impact of burnout herself, turned her experience into a much-needed support for others to overcome burnout and reclaim a sense of balance in their work and life.This episode is for you if:•you think you’re burnt out - it will help you identify it and offer ways to support you shift out of it•you’re an employer looking to improve internal programmes and processes to avoid burnout in your work forceWe cover:❤️‍🔥The ‘passion piece’ in work - inspiring or misleading?😪The signs and symptoms - what causes burnout? Expectation vs reality, toxic work environments, resources and appreciation❌Saying no. Perpetual people pleasing, perfectionism and negative inner critics⏰The 80/20 principle and bucketing your areas of control🎭The joy of hobbies, pleasure and play in making you more successfulFind Anna:WebsiteBookInstagramLinkedInFree download - Overcome Burnout and Overwhelm: 7 Steps Towards ThrivingWant to watch this on video? Subscribe on YouTubeInstagram  @degreesofhealth Tik Tok @degrees_of_healthDisclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr Michael Platt is known for asking some of the most challenging questions in 21st century neuroscience—and conceiving innovative ways to find the answers. His principal questions focus on the biological mechanisms that underlie decision-making in social environments - why do we make the decisions we do and how conscious of these processes are we? This episode covers:📉The value of reciprocity and the neuro-economics of decision making🥀Waning social connection and species decline - are we in an age of despair?🌎How unconscious and implicit bias works - diversity as a route to equity🐒How monkeys predicted the US poll outcome🤝Synchrony, shared mindset, and physiological alignment in group decision-making and cooperationFind Michael:Platt Labs WebsiteBook - The Leader’s BrainLinkedInMentioned in this episode:-Chimp Empire documentaryHow High Fives are Proven to Improve Culture and PerformanceRisk factors for faster aging in the brain revealed in new studyInfluence - Robert CialdiniEarly predictors of successful military careers among West Point cadetsThe Psychology of Human Misjudgement - Charlie Munger (Farnham Street write up)Thinking Fast and Slow - Daniel KahnemanHuman fertility is declining steeply and might presage our species' collapseThe Children of Men - Film, P.D. JamesCountdown - Shanna Swan + Stacey ColinoKlara and the Sun - Kazuo IshiguroWant to watch this on video? Subscribe on YouTubeInstagram  @degreesofhealth Tik Tok @degrees_of_healthDisclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr Wendy Suzuki is a Professor of Neural Science and Psychology in the Center for Neural Science at New York University. Here, we cover how to get a big, fat, fluffy hippocampus (nb: you want one!) and bubble baths for your brain. No hidden agendas - it sounds as fun as it is, and it's just as good for you. Dr. Wendy Suzuki oozes energy and enthusiasm, guiding us how to embrace the potential of our brains throughout our lives.We explore: 🏃 3 key effects on our brains when we exercise (+the short and long term benefits, BDNF and intentional exercise)🍯 4 things that make new memories stick🧘 the power of mindset and meditation on brain health👫 the role of social connection for learning in cognitive function - and what Wendy is excited to see unfold in this area🦸 anxiety as our superpower🤩 Wendy's method to learning new things. Spoiler: it involves a lot of funFind Dr Wendy:WebsiteInstagramMasterclass: ‘Brain Health’ - releasing June 13th 2024Books - US ‘Good Anxiety’. UK ‘Anxiety is your superpower’. Healthy Brain, Happy Life. Mentioned:An Exercise-Meditation SmackdownMind-set matters: exercise and the placebo effectBuddha's Brain: Neuroplasticity and MeditationDaniel Brevick - Opera singerElizabeth Strout - AuthorWant to watch this on video? Subscribe on YouTubeInstagram  @degreesofhealth Tik Tok @degrees_of_healthDisclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We all carry misconceptions about brain development, learning and adaptation - the fact that it can't change is the biggest of them all. Enter neuroplasticity and Dr Tommy Wood - a walking google scholar whose message is simple - we can change how our brain is ageing at any time.This discussion on cognitive function explores:-the significance of physical movement and mental stimulation-the impact of retirement on age-related cognitive decline-the role of arousal, sleep, and environmental factors (what F1 drivers do to get their brain in gear)-the influence of beliefs, skills, APOE4 gene, supplements, and resistance trainingFind Dr Tommy:InstagramPodcastSubstackStudies/Books mentioned in this podcast:-Working Conditions and Early Retirement: A Prospective Study of Retirement Behavior-Sensitive Periods for Visual Calibration of the Auditory Space Map in the Barn Owl Optic Tectum-Demand Coupling Drives Neurodegeneration: A Model of Age-Related Cognitive Decline and Dementia-Stress and multitasking in everyday college life: An empirical study of online activity-Brain HQ-Navigation-related structural change in the hippocampi of taxi drivers-The Finnish Geriatric Intervention Study to Prevent Cognitive Impairment and Disability (FINGER): study design and progressLisa Mosconi - The Menopause Brain + The XX Brain (Empowering Women to Prevent Dementia)The Yerkes Dodson LawWant to watch this on video? Subscribe on YouTubeInstagram  @degreesofhealth Tik Tok @degrees_of_healthDisclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Most of us think social connection is a squishy topic—subjective and hard to define. And while there's much truth to this, there is no doubting the profound scientific data highlighting just how critical social connection is for all aspects of our health. It’s in our bones. We are wired to connect. Here with Dr Julie Radlauer, we discuss the social influences of mental health - namely Social Connection • Social Support • Social Capital • Social Media • Social Justice. Knowing these social influences isn't hard, but navigating and implementing them isn't always easy, and so Julie provides us science-based insights and actionable steps to help us support ourselves and others. If you struggle to ask for help, give help, find support, or connect with others during difficult times, listen to Julie. Her warmth and experience offer universal comfort and practical guidance.Dr Julie is a leading expert in the social influences of mental health and uses her experience to create impact within communities, systems, organisations, and individuals. As a doctor of public health and a licensed mental health counsellor, Julie’s work aims to answer why so many people struggling don’t access services and more importantly, how these people want to have their health needs met.Find Julie:LinkedInInstagramJulie's Book - Connect: 100 Ways to Create Happiness in Your LifeWebsiteTED talkMentioned in this podcast:Adam Grant - Give and TakeLean on me - Bill Withers You’re Invited - Jon LevyCaste: The Origins of our Discontents - Isabel WilkersonBelieve in People - Charles KochWant to watch this on video? Subscribe on YouTubeInstagram  @degreesofhealth Tik Tok @degrees_of_healthDisclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“The goal is not to destroy yourself”. Through his career with high level athletes and his research publications related to endurance training and intensity distribution, Dr Stephen Seiler, PhD, realised the damage in the ‘no pain no gain’ narrative. Here, we explore why the most effective training regimens emphasise sustainability over intensity and why rest days and consistent "Green Zone" activities are the backbone of superior athletic performance.Stephen breaks down his polarised training model and shares insights on the 80/20 principle in application to your weekly/monthly schedule of training, and how reducing training complexity can lead to better results and a more enjoyable process. If you are:-training for an event/marathon/triathlon-looking to understand if VO2 max is the right metric for you to measure-want to understand how elite athletes optimise their workouts...this episode offers valuable strategies to enhance your endurance efficiency with less injury.Dr Stephen Seiler, PhD, is an exercising physiologist who teaches, researches and leads on the topic of physiology and training adaptations, particularly in regards to endurance training. While anchored in an academic environment, Dr. Seiler has also served as research consultant and scientific advisor for a research foundation, sports teams, a regional hospital, and the Norwegian Olympic Federation, as well as founding the Elite Sport Performance Special Interest Group in 2014 at the European College of Sport Science.Find Stephen Seiler:XTEDResearchGateGoogle ScholarYouTubeWant to watch this on video? Subscribe on YouTubeInstagram  @degreesofhealth Tik Tok @degrees_of_healthDisclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode explores the 3-P model of insomnia (Predisposition, Precipitation, and Perpetuation), the effects of sleep deprivation and disturbance on cognitive function, and the risks faced by shift workers and healthcare professionals from chronic sleep loss. The conversation also details the intricate relationship between our natural circadian rhythms, guided by light exposure, that are disrupted by many modern practices, and the potential for better aligning our biological clocks with nature through innovative tools and routines.Ben and Prerna also discuss sleep chronotypes - night owls and morning larks - busting myths around later sleepers being lazier and whether society may benefit from observing these patterns. Without prescription, Prerna shares how consistency in sleep can lead to better health outcomes and how technology can both hinder and enhance our sleep health.Dr Prerna Varma, PhD, is a Psychology Research Fellow in the School of Psychological Sciences at the Turner Institute for Brain and Mental Health in Australia. Prerna is deeply committed to examining as well as addressing sleep and mental health in underserved populations, including caregivers, people living with dementia, culturally diverse and other minoritised communities. She engages in and advocates for increasing public health awareness with the intent to improve sleep outcomes in our communities.Find Prerna:XGoogle ScholarStudies mentioned or related to this episode:Sleep regularity and mortality: https://doi.org/10.1093/sleep/zsad253 ; https://www.nature.com/articles/s41598-018-32402-5 ; https://www.medrxiv.org/content/10.1101/2023.09.08.23295231v1.full.pdfInsomnia and stress during COVID: https://doi.org/10.1080/15402002.2022.2074996Initial Testing of SleepSync app with shift workers: https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/pdf/10.1177/20552076231165972Sleep and relationship conflicts: https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/abs/10.1177/1948550613488952 ; https://doi.org/10.1097%2FPSY.0b013e3181ecd08a ;https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3056503/Want to watch this on video? Subscribe on YouTubeInstagram  @degreesofhealth Tik Tok @degrees_of_healthDisclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

New to Omega-3 Fatty Acids? If you don’t know what fatty acids are or what they do for our health, there is no one better to learn from than Dr Harris on the topic. Ranked among the top 2% of scientists worldwide based on the impact of his research, Dr. Bill Harris has been a leading researcher in omega-3 fatty acids for over 40 years.“If you care what your cholesterol level is, you better care what your omega 3 is because it’s more important than cholesterol in terms of telling you about your risk for heart disease”. Here with Ben, Dr Harris unveils how these essential nutrients, found predominantly in marine sources like EPA and DHA, are vital for reducing risks associated with major health issues such as heart disease, stroke, cognitive decline, and premature death.Dr Bill Harris has over 300 scientific papers on fatty acids and health, the vast majority on omega-3. He has been on the faculty of three medical schools (Universities of Kansas, Missouri (at Kansas City), and South Dakota), and has received 5 NIH grants to study omega-3. He was the co-author on three AHA statements on fatty acids and heart health. As the co-inventor of the Omega-3 Index (and other omega-3 blood tests) and founder of OmegaQuant Analytics.Find Dr Bill Harris and learn more:Fatty Acid Research InstituteOmegaquant Test - order a dry blood spot test to measure your omega-3 levelsStudies mentioned or related to this episode:The Effects of Omega-3 Fatty Acid Supplementation on the Lipid Profile and Cardiovascular Markers Following Downhill Running in Long-Distance RunnersPlasma BDNF is a more reliable biomarker than erythrocyte omega-3 index for the omega-3 fatty acid enrichment of brainCan omega-3 fatty acids help protect against hearing loss?Assessing the Efficacy of Omega-3 Fatty Acids + Statins vs. Statins Only on Cardiovascular OutcomesEstimation and predictors of the Omega-3 Index in the UK BiobankOmega-3 Fatty Acids Improve Functionality of High-Density Lipoprotein in Individuals With High Cardiovascular RiskWant to watch this on video? Subscribe on YouTubeInstagram  @degreesofhealth Tik Tok @degrees_of_healthDisclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

At age 76, Dr Norm Dawson has been deaf for over 50 years and unlike many of his peers, he has no signs of dementia. Dr Norm sheds light on what he sees as a crucial but often overlooked aspect of cognitive function as we age: the profound connection between hearing loss and dementia.Here, Ben and Dr Norm explore the Lancet Commission's 2020 findings on Dementia Prevention, Intervention and Care - covering 12 modifiable risk factors for dementia - a conversation gaining considerable momentum in brain health research. Dr Norm has a malleable view on health, and he emphasises the importance of taking personal responsibility for our well-being. As a passionate advocate for proactive health measures and thriving in adversity, he highlights the pivotal role of treating hearing impairment as soon as possible to reduce and delay further cognitive decline.*For those listening, Dr norm explains how the cochlea implant works - to see the demonstration, head over to YouTube to watch!Mentioned in this podcast:Lancet Report 2020Lisa Genova TED Talk - What You Can Do To Prevent Alzheimers Find Dr Norm:LinkedInWebsite----------------------------------------------------------------------Want to watch this on video? Subscribe on YouTubeInstagram  @degreesofhealth Tik Tok @degrees_of_healthDisclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A refreshing take on what it means to be ‘physically active’. It’s actually way more simple than sweating bullets in lycra, and Dr Ed Laskowski emphasises the enjoyment to be found in movement far beyond the gym and cliquey exercise niches. Dr. Laskowski navigates the complexities of modern living, urging us to prioritise consistency and quality in our movement practices.We discuss:-the power of strength training (mitigating muscle loss and enhancing joint function, vital for preventing falls and maintaining independence as we age)-the importance of foundational movement and proper technique,-the kinetic chain of movement and the triad of fitness: heart health, strength, and flexibility, with the added dimension of stability.As Dr. Laskowski aptly puts it, why wait for a health crisis to make positive changes? Embracing movement as a preventative 'pill' enables us to maintain our ability to engage in the activities we love, for longer. So what are we waiting for?Dr. Laskowski, MD, is a highly acclaimed figure in his field, and it’s not hard to see why. Dr Laskowski’s relatable persona and ability to succinctly filter the science in a way that is digestible may indeed be why he served Presidents Bush and Obama after being appointed to the President's Council on Physical Fitness and Sports. Dr Laskowski has been named among Americas Top Physicians, has served as an Olympic Polyclinic physician, in addition to publishing several hundred papers on health and fitness. He is also a former co-director of Mayo Clinic Sports Medicine (you may recognise this site from when you google your symptoms online).Find Dr Ed Laskowski:TwitterResearch Gate Publications MayoClinic.org - Strength Training Videos mentioned in this episode----------------------------------------------------------------------Want to watch this on video? Subscribe on YouTubeInstagram  @degreesofhealth Tik Tok @degrees_of_healthDisclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ever heard of Nitric Oxide (NO)? We wonder why this molecule is so under-discussed as its profound role in our bodies suggests it should be top of the list. This simple molecule:-controls oxygen and nutrient delivery to every cell in the body-regulates cellular communication-has anti-microbial properties that protect our body from invading pathogens.The loss of nitric oxide production is recognised as the earliest event in the onset and progression of most if not all chronic diseases.Dr Nathan Bryan is an international leader in molecular medicine and nitric oxide biochemistry - he has been at the fore of this field for two decades. In this episode, we explore the profound impact of nitric oxide (NO) deficiency on our health - from erectile dysfunction to cardiovascular disease, cognitive decline to sleep disorders, listen to the far-reaching consequences of inadequate NO production. But it's not all doom and gloom - Dr Nathan and Ben discuss with equal weight the pivotal role our choices make in the production of this molecule and where we produce it in the body - all helping you establish the crucial link between NO levels and overall well-being. Dr Nathan gives us simple things to be aware of that can optimise NO production and our enhance vascular, respiratory, and metabolic health. This episode gets pretty science-heavy at times, but stick with it and we can promise there's a lot to learn from Dr Nathan's extensive knowledge in this field!Find Dr Nathan (Dr Nitric):WebsiteInstagramYouTubeTwitterPubMed ResearchBook - Coming Soon!----------------------------------------------------------------------Want to watch this on video? Subscribe on YouTubeInstagram  @degreesofhealth Tik Tok @degrees_of_healthDisclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr. Tom Walters is a board-certified orthopaedic physical therapist who specialises in the treatment of pain and movement disorders. He is the founder of Rehab Science and dedicates his time to teaching people about human movement, pain, and how to most effectively recover from injury.Tom runs one of the world’s largest social media accounts dedicated to physical rehab that helps over a million people to master their movement. He makes understanding pain and injury easy, simplifying the science, and then providing the best exercises and suggestions to start, improve and make a holistic recovery. His book (Rehab Science) covers the most common musculoskeletal conditions that many of us either currently have or will have in our lifetime - this episode and Tom's book may just save you a ton on physio appointments. Regardless of where you’re at now, the knowledge Tom shares is beneficial for any and all of us to take on board - for injury recovery and injury prevention in all domains. In this episode, Tom and Ben discuss why we experience pain and the 3 types of pain, the difference between pain and injury, the cycle of pain avoidance, rehab vs. prehab, having a why behind movement habits, the importance of addressing impairments quickly and having a malleable mindset. As a source of knowledge on exercise, movement and the body - Dr Tom is the head-liner of the rehab science world and this is one to watch if you've ever suffered with any pain that debilitates you and lessens your ability to do the things you love. Besides running his clinical practice, Tom served as a full-time undergraduate kinesiology professor for eight years where he taught human biomechanics, therapeutic exercise, and pain science. Tom received his bachelor’s degree in exercise science from Montana State University and his Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree from Chapman University. Afterwards, he completed a residency in orthopaedic manual physical therapy (OMPT) and a fellowship in lower quarter functional biomechanics.Find Tom (Rehab Science):InstagramYouTubeWebsiteRehab Science - The Book----------------------------------------------------------------------Want to watch this on video? Subscribe on YouTubeInstagram  @degreesofhealth Tik Tok @degrees_of_healthDisclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We dive into the invigorating world of cold water immersion and the transformative power of community with Sian Richardson, founder of the Blue Tits Chill Dippers Community. In this episode, Sian shares her journey of building a global community of over 120,000 cold water enthusiasts, united by their love for the icy plunge and the warmth of camaraderie 🤝🏻Sian illuminates the importance of embracing discomfort, confronting fear, and taking action in the face of uncertainty. From our innate human desire to belong, to the liberating effect of stopping overthinking, this episode is a conversation inspiring us to seize each moment, one small victory at a time. Discover the profound impact of simply showing up, spending time without an agenda, and the resilience gained from embracing failure. With heartfelt anecdotes and practical insights, Sian will empower you to challenge your limits, cultivate courage, and find solace in a community.We hope you enjoy this conversation as much as we did. If you choose to move through overthinking even with fear and try something new because of it - let us know on our instagram page! We’d love to hear from you.Find your local dipping community:The Blue Tits - Nippy Dippers----------------------------------------------------------------------Want to watch this on video? Subscribe on YouTubeInstagram  @degreesofhealth Tik Tok @degrees_of_healthDisclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is Part 2 of our conversation with Dr Roger Seheult. We highly recommend listening to Part 1 as a precursor to this episode to get the most out of terms and topics covered! In this episode, we discuss:-emerging research around red light and infra-red light-the impact of sunlight on Covid-19 surges-long covid-tools that may not only support in recovery from long covid, but could possibly speed up the rate at which you recover from other illnesses in the future tooRecap of Part 1:-the light spectrum of UV to infra-red-the importance of light exposure to regulate our circadian rhythm and reduce oxidative stress-impacts of light on hypersomnia, sleep inertia, hunger and satiety cues-the best times of day to eat, and differences in our insulin sensitivityA recap on Dr. Seheult - Roger is quadruple board-certified in Internal Medicine, Pulmonary Diseases, Critical Care Medicine, and Sleep Medicine through the American Board of Internal Medicine. He has a practice in California where he is a critical care physician, pulmonologist, and sleep physician. He lectures across the country, is the director of a sleep lab, and is the Medical Director for a Respiratory Care Program. In 2012 he co founded MedCram, a medical education company with videos that support medical learning (and over 1.5 million YouTube Subscribers). His passion is "demystifying" medical concepts.Find Dr Roger's work:MedCram WebsiteMedCram YouTube----------------------------------------------------------------------Studies mentioned in Part 1 and 2:Autumn COVID‑19 surge dates in Europe correlated to latitudes, not to temperature‑humidity, pointing to vitamin D as contributing factorUltraviolet A radiation and COVID-19 deaths in the USA with replication studies in England and ItalyA geographical approach to the development of hypotheses relating to Covid-19 death ratesCardiopulmonary and hematological effects of infrared LED photobiomodulation in the treatment of SARS-COV2Insufficient Sun Exposure Has Become a Real Public Health Problem----------------------------------------------------------------------Want to watch this on video? Subscribe on YouTubeInstagram  @degreesofhealth Tik Tok @degrees_of_healthDisclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In Part 1 of this episode about light as medicine, Dr Roger Seheult talks us through the light spectrum of UV to infra-red and the importance of exposure to types of light at certain times of the day to regulate our circadian rhythm. Many of us suffer from some form of circadian rhythm dysfunction due to the technology-driven societies we live in. As a result, the cues our body takes from the external environment can become out of sync with our internal environment, causing an imbalance in many of our basic functions - the processes that aid good quality sleep, metabolic function, and everything down stream of these. We also discuss the impacts of light on hypersomnia, sleep inertia, hunger and satiety cues, the best times of day to eat, insulin sensitivity, infra red light and oxidative stress.Dr. Seheult is currently an Associate Clinical Professor at the University of California and an Assistant Clinical Professor at the School of Medicine and Allied Health at Loma Linda University. Dr. Roger is quadruple board-certified in Internal Medicine, Pulmonary Diseases, Critical Care Medicine, and Sleep Medicine. In 2012, he and Kyle Allred founded MedCram, a medical education company that creates videos utilised by hospitals, medical schools, and hundreds of thousands of medical professionals from all over the world (and over 1.5 million YouTube Subscribers). His passion is "demystifying" medical concepts.Tune in next week for Part 2 for more on the emerging research around red light, infra-red light, the impact of sunlight on Covid-19 surges, long covid, and possible tools to support in recovery from long covid.Find Dr Roger's work:MedCram WebsiteMedCram YouTube----------------------------------------------------------------------Studies mentioned in this podcast:Autumn COVID‑19 surge dates in Europe correlated to latitudes, not to temperature‑humidity, pointing to vitamin D as contributing factorUltraviolet A radiation and COVID-19 deaths in the USA with replication studies in England and ItalyA geographical approach to the development of hypotheses relating to Covid-19 death ratesCardiopulmonary and hematological effects of infrared LED photobiomodulation in the treatment of SARS-COV2Insufficient Sun Exposure Has Become a Real Public Health Problem----------------------------------------------------------------------Want to watch this on video? Subscribe on YouTubeInstagram  @degreesofhealth Tik Tok @degrees_of_healthDisclaimer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.