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“Hormesis is a compensatory defense response to a stressor that conditions the body against future stressors. Cold exposure, a powerful hormetic stressor, activates the body's cold shock response, the goals of which are simple: to reduce heat loss and increase heat production.”

“Dr. Rhonda Patrick discusses how conditioning the body to heat stress through sauna use, called "hyperthermic conditioning" may cause adaptations that increase athletic endurance (by increasing plasma volume and blood flow to heart and muscles) and potentially even muscle mass. She also discusses the profound effects of hyperthermic conditioning on the brain including cognitive function.”

“Although alcohol may help us feel calm and ready to sleep, it has surprising effects on REM sleep and maybe our waking behaviors too. In this Aliquot, Dr. Matthew Walker, Tim Ferriss, and I discuss some of the risks and surprising effects of alcohol on human health and behavior.”

Dr. Rhonda Patrick explores melatonin's antioxidant properties, curcumin supplementation, antinutrients, and SARMs in her latest Q&A.

Dr. Rhonda Patrick answers audience questions on various health, nutrition, and science topics in this Q&A session.

“Meditation is a form of mental training geared toward improving aspects of a person's core neurocognitive function, such as the regulation of attention and emotion. Research suggests that meditation may protect the brain from the negative effects of stress and promote mental health.”

“Dr. Patrick also discusses fruit as a possible adjunct. Dr. Patrick reviews preliminary work suggesting that consuming fruit or fruit juice while drinking might support alcohol metabolism, then later includes eating a meal with fruit among the options that may help symptoms.”

“But exercise — especially intense exercise — can also help to manage the symptoms once the disease develops. These Aliquot segments feature Dr. Giselle Petzinger, a board-certified neurologist who specializes in the care of patients with Parkinson's disease.”

“Depression, characterized by profound sadness, fatigue, altered sleep and appetite, and feelings of guilt or low self-worth, is the most common form of mental illness in the world. It is typically treated with cognitive behavioral therapy and pharmaceuticals.”

“Maintaining healthy vision is more than just correcting eyesight—it's about nourishing your eyes, practicing good habits, and exploring cutting-edge tools and techniques to protect and enhance your vision. In this Aliquot, you'll hear expert insights from Drs.”