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“The active steroid hormone binds the vitamin D receptor and regulates gene transcription. She links this biology with serotonin synthesis, brain function, and immune function. For people who begin deficient, Dr. Patrick discusses about 4,000 IU per day raising blood levels toward sufficiency.”

“To look for functional mitochondrial effects, Dr. Attia uses controlled Zone 2 work while sampling lactate, with output near 2 mmol/L. He says statins have not produced the clear lactate-performance changes he sees with metformin.”

Dr. Rhonda Patrick explores collagen peptides, high-dose niacin and vitamin B6, avoiding nano- and microplastics in her latest Q&A.

Dr. Rhonda Patrick explores creatine, dairy's effect on polyphenols, eggs' health impact, and new weight loss drugs like Ozempic in her latest Q&A.

Dr. Rhonda Patrick discusses glucosamine and Alzheimer's, blood flow restriction, beta-glucan fiber, creatine, collagen, red light therapy, and curcumin.

“In a study of more than 25,000 UK Biobank adults who reported no structured exercise, about three short VILPA bouts per day were associated with 38 to 40 percent lower all-cause and cancer mortality and 48 to 49 percent lower cardiovascular mortality compared with no VILPA.”

“It suggests that when the body runs low on essential vitamins or minerals, it doesn't distribute them evenly. Instead, it prioritizes urgent survival tasks, like keeping the heart beating or clotting blood, over long-term maintenance, such as repairing DNA or defending against oxidative damage.”

“As research progresses, my dietary and supplement habits adapt. At times, it's the ineffable quality of consciousness, submerged in a mental calculus of cost-benefits, that nudges a change of heart. Other times, it's the stark contradiction of new data that compels a shift.”

“However, chronic psychological stress can have negative effects on the brain and body and accelerates the aging process. Engaging in mindful meditation promotes healthy stress coping mechanisms, decreases rumination, and slows brain and biological aging.”

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