Nothing Boosts Focus & Norepinephrine Like 2 Minutes of THIS
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October 1st 2025
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In this clip from Dr. Rhonda Patrick's appearance on the Modern Wisdom podcast, she discusses:
- How just 2 minutes of cold exposure can double norepinephrine levels
- Does cold exposure blunt resistance training gains?
- The ideal cold exposure routine — how cold and for how long?
- Does cold therapy accelerate fat loss?
- Can cold exposure significantly boost mood?
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