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Adaptogens, like ginseng root, are botanicals that help the body “adapt” to stress, promote physical endurance, and fortify mental clarity. But are there side effects of adaptogens? Host Dr. Robert Rountree and Dr. Amanda Frick explore the short-term and long-term benefits of supplements with ginseng and other common adaptogens.
During this episode you’ll learn about:
The history of adaptogens, from traditional medicine to modern uses [1:49]Ginseng: One of the best adaptogens that promotes energy and focus [4:31]Why is ginseng so expensive? [7:11]Wildcrafted vs. cultivated ginseng, which is best? [9:07]Long-term and short-term benefits of adaptogen supplements [12:43]What are adaptogens’ side effects [15:57]How adaptogens promote physical and mental endurance [18:43]Questions from the communityShould I talk to a doctor before starting an adaptogen supplement routine? [23:56]Can adaptogens interfere with the sleep-wake cycle? [25:51]How do adaptogens work within a broader wellness routine for stress relief? [27:38]What are the different types of ginseng? [31:11]How long should I take an adaptogen supplement? Should I alternate taking different adaptogens? [32:50]What is the best way to take an adaptogen? As a tea? As a capsule? As a powder? [35:28]Resources related to this episode:
Thorne: Redefining Healthy AgingWhat Are Adaptogens and Why Should You Care?Navigating the Science Behind Botanical ExtractsEleuthero: A Botanical that Supports Your VitalityEasy Ways to Decrease Stress at WorkThe Potential Health Benefits of Lion's Mane Mushroom4 Ways Stress and Technology Can Wear You OutThorne’s Medical Affairs Team: Turning Science Into EducationThe Perfect Supplements for Stressed ParentsAll About Adaptogens: Types, Benefits, and UsesProducts related to this episode: Ginseng Plus; Daily Greens Plus; Stress Balance; Emotion Balance Support
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Pesticides, plastics, pollution, and even certain foods can interfere with the body’s hormones. These agents are called endocrine disruptors, and they can affect fertility, growth and development, and thyroid function. Dr. Amanda Frick and Dr. Robert Rountree explore lifestyle tips to ease the impact of environmental endocrine disruptors.
During this episode you’ll learn about:
What are endocrine disruptors? How do they interfere with hormones? [1:15]Examples of endocrine disruptors: Plastics, pesticides, and more [3:13]Effects of endocrine disruptors on fertility in women and in men [9:04]Can foods act as endocrine disruptors? [11:26]Birth control pills and why endocrine disruptors are not all bad [15:10]Proactive steps to take at home to mitigate negative effects of endocrine disruptors [20:40]Questions from the communityHow do endocrine disruptors influence disorders like PCOS? [23:02]Can endocrine disruptors in certain foods and plastics interfere with the effectiveness of birth control? [25:16]Why do people respond so differently to different hormones? What role does genetics or individual microbiome play? [26:55]What are the best nutrients that help mitigate the effects of endocrine disruptors? [31:53]Resources to topics mentioned in this episode:
Healthy Aging at ThorneFour Common Endocrine Disruptors and How to Avoid ThemEstrogen Dominance: What it is, how to recognize it, and what you can do about itSigns of Hormonal Imbalance in MenMetabolic Syndrome – What is it and What Causes it?Symptoms, Causes, and Consequences of an Overactive Thyroid9 Factors That You Didn’t Know Can Affect FertilityLifestyle Tips for Managing PCOSHow Lifestyle and Environmental Factors Contribute to PMSHow to Support Healthy Ovarian AgingHealthy Aging QuizHormones and Your HealthProducts related to this episode: Broccoli Seed Extract, Biological Age Health Panel, Ovarian Care, Basic B Complex, Stress B-Complex
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Note: This episode originally aired in May 2022. Achieving healthy, glowing skin starts by supporting a healthy lifestyle. In this episode, Dr. Amanda Frick and Dr. Robert Rountree cover the nutrients, lifestyle habits, and other ways to support radiant skin.
During this episode you’ll learn about:
Basic principles of skin health [2:30]Cigarettes impact on skin health [3:44]Sunbathing and skin [5:05]Vitamin D [6:18]Skin protectants [9:00]Sulforaphane [9:18]Skin supportive nutrients [12:30]Collagen Plus [14:00]Collagen and skin health [15:40]Collagen forms [17:30]Peptides [18:30]Collagen taste [19:30]Questions from the community [23:22]Why do we need lotions and creams? [23:30]What does sunscreen do for skin health? [28:00]What fruits are good for glowing skin? [30:00]What cause acne and what can be done about it [31:39]Water and your skin [33:56]What destroys collagen in the body? [35:05]How can I manage eczema? [36:00]What is Botox? [39:35]Resources to topics mentioned in this episode:
Expert Tips for Ultimate Skin HydrationThe Plant Extracts that Support Healthy Skin AgingConsidering Botox for Younger-Looking Skin? Read These Tips First6 Supplements that Maintain Healthy Skin from the Inside OutCollagen For Your SkinFish Oil and Skin Health – What's the Connection?Mayo Clinic: How Sunlight and Pollution Cause Skin to Age (And What You Can Do About It)Mayo Clinic: Effective Tools for Skin LongevityMayo Clinic: Protect Fragile Skin as You AgeMayo Clinic: How Antioxidants Protect Your Skin from Sun-Induced AgingMayo Clinic: Under Pressure – The Impact of Stress on Skin HealthMayo Clinic: The Beauty of Sleep – How Your Skin Reflects Your RestThe Microbes on Your Skin: Your Partners in Healthy LivingFive Expert Tips for Cold-Weather SkincareTips for Protecting Your Skin Inside and Out This SummerPros and Cons of Different Types of SunscreenProducts related to this episode: Collagen Plus, Collagen Fit, Biotin, Skin Health Bundle
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All women face menopause, but not all women have the same menopause symptoms. Dr. Joel Evans, OB-GYN, returns to the podcast to talk about hormone changes women face before, during, and after menopause and what self-care lifestyle interventions women can practice to address their symptoms.
During this episode you’ll learn about:
Returning guest Dr. Joel Evans, OB/GYN [0:54]What is menopause? When does menopause start? [2:35]Can hormone replacement therapy (HRT) ease menopause symptoms? [5:49]How long does menopause last? [8:03]Lifestyle factors that influence when menopause starts and ends [10:19]How gut health influences hormonal health [11:52]How do hormones like estrogen and testosterone affect menopause? [13:50]Is HRT beneficial for managing menopause symptoms, like hot flashes? [16:16]How long should a woman continue hormone therapy after menopause ends? [19:38]Questions from the communityWhat is premenopause and when can it start? [24:03]What causes hot flashes? What are treatments for hot flashes? [24:45]What cause menopause weight gain? How can a woman lose weight during and after menopause? [28:31]How can someone interested in biohacking prepare for menopause and hormone changes? [35:48]Resources to topics mentioned in this episode:
Learn more about Dr. Joel Evans’s work at The Center for Functional Medicine and The Institute for Functional MedicineAm I in Menopause?How to Stay Healthy During and After Menopause6 Strategies to Control the Menopause ChaosEmbracing A Positive Mindset During Menopause From Mayo Clinic6 Foods You May Want to Avoid During Menopause6 Women's Health Allies to Support You During Every Life PhaseA Lifetime of Balanced Nutrition Advice for WomenAre You an Athlete Who Suffers From Leaky Gut?What My Menopause Test Results Mean for My CycleWhat Causes a Leaky Gut?All About the Thyroid, the Body's ‘Sentinel Gland’ (featuring Dr. Joel Evans)What is Stress and How Does It Affect the Body? (featuring Dr. Joel Evans)Products mentioned in this episode: Menopause Test, Vitamin D Test, Advanced Bone Support, B Vitamins, Calcium, Vitamin D
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Are your dietary supplements third-party certified? John Travis, technical manager and spokesperson at NSF, an independent non-governmental organization dedicated to improving global health, joins the podcast to explain the different NSF certifications and why third-party testing matters for supplement safety.
During this episode you’ll learn about:
What is NSF? An international not-for-profit organization that serves public health [0:54]What does NSF stand for? [5:11]The dietary supplement industry and the need for third-party testing [7:01]Certifications that NSF provides for dietary supplements: GMP, NSF Contents Certified, and NSF Certified for Sport® [10:12]NSF’s requirements for certification: Annual audits and testing [11:51]How does NSF Certified for Sport® keep athletes safe? [19:08]What tests does NSF perform? [23:29]Questions from the communityWhat’s the difference between NSF and FDA? [28:32]What should coaches tell their athletes, especially young athletes, about supplement safety? [30:14]Why should nonathletes care about NSF Certified for Sport®? [32:54]How many tests or test methods does NSF perform? [36:18]Resources to topics mentioned in this episode:
Got questions? Connect with John Travis via email at [email protected] more about NSF at NSF.org.Are you a professional athlete? Explore the ins and outs of NSF Certified for Sport®Taylor Hooton Foundation: Educating youth athletes and coaches about supplement safetyWhat is NSF Certified? What Thorne’s NSF Certifications Mean for YouThorne Supplements are 3rd-Party Contents CertifiedUnparalleled Quality: Thorne’s Promise From Start to FinishWhy the Best Supplements for Athletes Are NSF Certified for Sport®For Peak Performance, Start with a Strong FoundationHow Thorne Supports U.S. National Teams and Their AthletesHow to Build a Human Powered Health RoutineManufactured by Thorne: Why You Should Know Who Makes Your SupplementsWhy NSF Certified for Sport® Supplements Are Important for All AthletesProducts related to this episode: NSF Certified for Sport® Supplements
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Dr. Nathan Price, Thorne’s Chief Science Officer, returns to The Thorne Podcast to talk about advances in artificial intelligence in health care, and how doctors might use AI to spend more time with patients and help patients better understand medical research.
During this episode you’ll learn about:
1. This week’s guest: Dr. Nathan Price, Chief Scientific Officer at Thorne [0:54]
2. AI, or artificial intelligence, in health care [2:20]
How AI helps doctors spend more patients [4:29] How AI can reduce human error in health care [7:36] Can AI find new treatment plans for diseases? [10:07]3. How does AI work? What are LLMs? [12:45]
What are AI agents? [17:55] Is AI accurate? What quality control checks are there for AI in health care? [23:05]4. How AI makes published medical research easier for the public to understand and access [25:02]
5. Questions from the community
How much personal information does AI need to give useful results? [32:44] Will AI health care replace real doctors and nurses? Is AI being taught in medical school? [36:47] How does AI in health care change “getting a second opinion”? [44:20]Resources to topics mentioned in this episode:
Connect with Dr. Nathan Price on LinkedIn and follow @NathanPriceSci on X. The Age of Scientific Wellness – How to Reshape the Future of Personalized Medicine with Data and Artificial Intelligence The AI Revolution in Personalized Health Care, with Nathan Price, Chief Scientific Officer How Can Technology Affect Your Health? The Pros and Cons of Living in a Connected World Meet A Thorne Health Advisor Presenting: Thorne HealthTech, a New Era for Data-Driven Wellness Redefining Healthy Aging with Thorne From the podcast archives: Using AI to Advance Scientific WellnessProducts related to this episode: Biological Age Health Panel, Vitamin D Test, Thorne Advisor
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Magnesium deficiency is one of the most common dietary conditions worldwide. Dr. Amanda Frick and Dr. Robert Rountree explore why you may be deficient in this essential mineral. Listen now to find out the best food sources of magnesium and which form of magnesium is best.
During this episode you’ll learn about:
Magnesium and its role in the body [1:17] Why magnesium deficiency is so common [3:26] Food sources of magnesium [5:33] Symptoms of low magnesium [6:33] How to test for magnesium levels [9:01] Dietary magnesium vs. magnesium supplements [13:20] Which form of magnesium is best [15:45] Questions from the community How often should I take a magnesium supplement? [19:24] What foods are best for magnesium? [20:45] How effective are topical magnesium products, like Epsom salt, compared to oral magnesium supplements? [21:16] If magnesium is a metal, is it safe to consume? [23:55] What is magnesium bisglycinate? How does it promote sleep? [25:10] What about other forms of magnesium? Why doesn’t Thorne use magnesium threonate or magnesium stearate? [27:05]Resources to topics mentioned in this episode:
Link to Guest’s social/websites (all items in bullet point format)Explore Thorne's Magnesium SupplementsWho is at Risk for Magnesium Deficiency? Watch: Are You Magnesium Deficient?Working Better Together: Magnesium, Calcium, and Vitamins D and KFind the Best Form of Magnesium for YouA Good Night’s Sleep: How Magnesium and Other Nutrients Can HelpThe Role of Magnesium in Exercise PerformanceThorne’s NSF Certified for Sport® SupplementsProducts mentioned in this episode: Magnesium, Magnesium Bisglycinate, Calcium-Magnesium Malate, Magnesium CitraMate
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Are carrots actually good for your eyesight? Dr. Kathi Head, ND, returns to the podcast to discuss ways to protect your eyes from stress caused by UV rays and blue light. Learn about which foods – and supplements – are best for healthy eyes at every age.
During this episode you’ll learn about:
This week’s guest: Dr. Kathi Head, on protecting eye health and vision [1:41]Oxidative stress effects on cataract formation [4:00]Red, orange, yellow, green: Colorful vegetables with eye-healthy antioxidants [5:56]Marigolds and eggs yolks: More sources for lutein and zeaxanthin [9:24]How do carotenoids and vitamin A benefit the eyes? [10:53]Why (cooked) carrots really are good for your eyesight [13:12]Best supplements for eye health: Omega-3s, zinc, and bilberry [14:42]Questions from the communityHow much of eye health is based on lifestyle vs. genetics? [21:39]What is color blindness? [24:13]How do cataracts form? [26:01]Can eyesight improve as we get older or does it only get worse with age? [28:40]What vision exercises promote eye healthy? [29:31]Why do the whites of some people’s eyes look yellow? [30:29]Resources to topics mentioned in this episode:
Check out Dr. Kathi Head’s articles on Thorne’s Take 5 Daily online magazineNutrients and Botanicals for Eye HealthWhat is Blue Light and How Does It Affect Me?Lutein and Zeaxanthin: More Than Just Eye HealthLutein Supports Brain Function in Overweight AdultsMayo Clinic: Eat the RainbowPicky Eater? How to Add Vegetables to Your Child's DietDIM vs. I3C: A Broccoli-Based Lesson in BiochemistryExposure to Red Light Could Improve Vision in People Over 406 Things You Can Do To Age BetterFrom the podcast archives:Macular Carotenoids in Eye and Brain FunctionThorne's 40th Birthday! Innovation Since 1984Ingredients mentioned in this episode:
Lutein and Vitamin A: Basic Nutrients 2/Day, Men’s Multi 50+, Women’s Multi 50+, MediClear-SGS™, MediClear Plus®Zeaxanthin: Memoractiv™Broccoli Seed Extract: Crucera-SGS®, Hormone AdvantageBilberry: Advanced Nutrients, Diabenil®Products mentioned in this episode: Advanced DHA; Grape Seed Extract; Zinc Bisglycinate; Zinc Picolinate
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The Thorne Podcast celebrates its 100th episode with a conversation on centenarians – people who live to be 100 and older. Dr. Nathan Price, Thorne’s Chief Science Officer, joins host Dr. Robert Rountree to explore the healthy habits and surprising genetics of the world’s oldest people.
During this episode you’ll learn about:
This week’s guest: Dr. Nathan Price, researcher, author, and Chief Science Officer at Thorne [1:09]What are centenarians and supercentenarians? How long can we extend the human lifespan? [2:48] The difference between a longer lifespan and a longer health span [4:54] How healthy are centenarians? [8:33] What lifestyle habits do centenarians have to help them live longer? Or is it just genetics? [9:50] Two key factors associated with longevity: Cognitive function and parental longevity [12:19] Why genes can be used to predict longevity but not define it [15:06] The wellness model of health care: Reducing health risks with everyday choices [18:35] Prevention vs. treatment: Lifestyle approaches to good health and longevity [23:25] The future of wellness: Using science to make wellness predictive and precise [27:50] Questions from the community Is living longer a good thing? [30:58] What’s the truth behind centenarians living longer because they eat raw eggs? [34:40] What are blue zones? Can you improve your lifespan by moving to a blue zone? [36:47]Resources to topics mentioned in this episode:
Connect with Dr. Nathan Price on LinkedIn and follow @isbnathanprice on X. National Academy of Medicine’s 2019 Emerging Leaders in Health and Medicine Scholars Explore Ways to Redefine Healthy Aging With Thorne The AI Revolution in Personalized Health Care, with Nathan Price, Chief Scientific Officer The Age of Scientific Wellness – How to Reshape the Future of Personalized Medicine with Data and Artificial Intelligence The Deep Dive: An Exploration of Blue Zones and Human Longevity What You Should Know About Healthy Aging How These Little Known Proteins Impact Healthy Aging Mayo Clinic: 7 Tips for Slowing Down the Aging Process Three Science-backed Lifestyle Changes to Lower Your Dementia Risk Exploring the Connection Between Alzheimer's Disease and Gut Microbiota Can Your Gut Microbiome Predict Your Longevity? The Connection Between Aging and a Reduced Level of NAD+ in the Body Collagen Provides a Protein Boost for Muscle Growth and Joint HealthFrom the podcast archives: Previous episodes with Dr. Price; aging with Dr. Lee Hood;
Exploring the Science of Healthy Aging Exploring Bone and Muscle Loss and What to Do About It Using AI to Advance Scientific Wellness How to Solve an Age-Old Problem, with Dr. Lee Hood It's Personalized – The Future of Data-Driven HealthProducts related to this episode: Biological Age Health Panel; Phosphatidyl Choline; Whey Protein Isolate – Vanilla or Chocolate; VeganPro Complex® – Chocolate
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In this Performance Edition of The Thorne Podcast, Olympian and shot put world record holder Ryan Crouser talks about his career as an athlete and college coach, getting his travel routine down to a science, and how he’s preparing for the Paris 2024 Summer Olympic Games.
During this episode you’ll learn about:
This week’s guest: Ryan Crouser, two-time Olympian and current world record holder in both the indoor and outdoor shot put [0:35]Crouser’s shot putting career and how Thorne gives him peace of mind [1:07]What it means to be a self-coached athlete and the importance of data [6:10]Crouser’s experience coaching college athletes [11:43]What goal setting means for Crouser [16:59]The impact of international travel on athletic performanceCrouser’s sleep and hydration strategies [22:34]How Crouser’s past Olympic Games inform his preparation for Paris [26:48]Questions from the communityCompeting is so much of your job. How do you stay relaxed? [31:47]Are there any sports that would help with throwing shot put or what advice would you give to younger athletes who are interested? [32:40]Do you have a favorite “food city” that you've competed in or trained in? [36:39]Do you have any superstitions or routines that you try to stick to? [38:22]Resources to topics mentioned in this episode:
These Are the Ideal Supplements to Pack When TravelingThe Top 5 Supplements for a Good Night’s SleepOlympic Champion Lee Kiefer Pursues Longevity Beyond Her Golden LegacyTeam USA Weightlifter Abby Raymond Talks Supplement SafetyOlympic Fencer Gerek Meinhardt Puts Aging 'En Garde!'My Journey to Thorne, From Olympic Athlete to Safety Advocate, with Wes BarnettOne Dream: Gold Medalist Gail Devers Shares Her Inspiring Health JourneyVisit USA Track & FieldVisit Paris 2024 Summer Olympic GamesFollow Crouser’s Olympic journey on InstagramFrom the podcast archives: Everything You’ve Ever Wanted to Know About the Olympics with Wes Barnett; Love and Fencing: From Olympics to Medical SchoolProducts mentioned in this episode: Catalyte, EnteroMend, Vitamin C, Zinc
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In this Performance Edition of The Thorne Podcast, Indianapolis Colts Defensive End Kwity Paye shares what he's learned on his football journey, how he gets involved in the community, and his advice for young athletes.
During this episode you’ll learn about:
This week’s guest: Kwity Paye, Defensive End for the Indianapolis Colts [0:31]Paye’s background and early love for the game of football [0:58]Early experience taking supplements and recovery strategies [2:56]The importance of injury prevention [5:18]Paye’s leadership style in the locker room [7:39]How Paye gets involved with charity work [10:53]Questions from the communityWhat advice do you have for athletes who want to get to the next level? [15:38]How do you decompress outside of football? [17:40]Can you talk a bit about your work with Chunky Soup? [19:25]What’s your favorite meal? [21:15]What are some of your essential supplements? [22:41]Resources to topics mentioned in this episode:
Fuel Like a Champion: Former NFL Dietitian Shares Supplement StrategiesThe Surprising Levels of Professional Football PlayersHow Concussions and Repetitive Hits to the Head Can Affect the Human BrainThorne’s 2023 Supplement: Erin Andrews Reports LiveThe Cook Brothers Take the Field with ThorneCordarrelle Patterson Stays Versatile with ThorneA Retired NFL Star’s Favorite Supplement for Longevity and Healthy AgingVisit The Uniform Funding Foundation (TUFF)Follow Paye’s football journey on InstagramFrom the podcast archives: Why NSF Certified for Sport® Supplements Are Important for All Athletes; Studying the Biomarkers of Professional Football PlayersProducts mentioned in this episode: Memoractiv, Multi-Vitamin Elite, Vitamin D-5,000, Vitamin K, Curcumin Phytosome, Biotin, Super EPA, NiaCel 400 SynaQuell, Magnesium Bisglycinate, Melaton-3, Iron Bisglycinate, Zinc Bislgycinate 15 mg
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Dr. Amanda Frick sits down with Margaret Gandolfo, who took Thorne’s at-home Menopause Test. Listen and watch as they discuss how the test works, what hormones it measures – like estrogen, estradiol, testosterone, progesterone, and DHEA – and why women of all ages may benefit from a Menopause Test.
During this episode you’ll learn about:
All about Thorne’s Menopause Test [0:50]How the sample collection process works [2:10]Tips for generating a saliva sample [4:26]What is menopause? What is perimenopause? [5:46]Why women of all ages may benefit a menopause hormone test [7:52]How the at-home test compares to blood-draw tests at a doctor’s office [10:16]What does Thorne’s Menopause Test measure? [12:12]How to take the Menopause Test if you’re on birth control or hormone therapy [12:51]Interpreting Thorne’s Menopause Test results: Estradiol, estrogen, progesterone [15:17]How the timing of your menstrual cycle influences hormone levels [19:28]What do women’s testosterone levels mean? [24:30]DHEA as a measure of hormonal health [26:22]How to understand the cortisol rhythm and energy levels [28:53]Resources to topics mentioned in this episode:
Watch Dr. Amanda Frick and Margaret Gandolfo go over the Menopause Test results on YouTube.Connect with Margaret Gandolfo on LinkedIn and InstagramConnect with Dr. Amanda Frick on LinkedInThorne’s Medical Affairs Team: Turning Science Into Education8 Questions About Menopause: Everything You Need to KnowAm I in Menopause?Embracing A Positive Mindset During Menopause6 Strategies to Control the Menopause ChaosHow to Stay Healthy During and After MenopauseFoods You May Want to Avoid During MenopauseA New Life Stage: The Best Menopause Supplements to Support YouA Lifetime of Balanced Nutrition Advice for WomenMenopause and Brain Fog (And What You Can Do About It)6 Women's Health Allies to Support You During Every Life PhaseLifestyle Tips for Managing PCOS4 Benefits of Inositol for Women's Metabolic Health and Hormone Balance*Too High or Too Low? A Guide to Women’s Testosterone LevelsEstrogen Dominance: What it is, how to recognize it, and what you can do about itEnsure a Harmonious Cycle: What to do Before, During, and After Your PeriodFrom the podcast archives:Hormones and Your HealthThorne’s At-Home Health Test Demonstration Series with Dr. Amanda FrickHow the Stress Test Works: Results and InsightsThe Thyroid Test: What to Expect and How It WorksWhat Do My Sleep Test Results Mean?How to Digest Your Gut Health Test ResultsWe Took Thorne’s Weight Management Test!Products mentioned in this episode: Menopause Test, Fertility Test, Women’s Daily Probiotic, Biological Age Health Panel, Meta-Balance™, Women’s Multi 50+, Advanced Bone Support, Advanced DHA
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Just how regular is a regular menstrual cycle? And when is the best time to get pregnant? Dr. Amy Divaraniya, CEO and founder of Oova, a women’s health and fertility hormone testing company, explains how a woman’s menstrual cycle is more than her period.
During this episode you’ll learn about:
Amy Divaraniya, CEO and founder of Oova [0:58]The data missing from the field of women’s health [2:08]What is an irregular menstrual cycle? What is a regular menstrual cycle? [2:39]How does the body known when to menstruate? The menstrual cycle explained [4:57]What Oova measures during the menstrual cycle [8:05]What is PCOS? What does Oova’s data tells us about women with PCOS? [9:05]How data tracking helps us understand PMS [12:39]What disrupts a menstrual cycle? [14:38]Health data vs. actionable health data [16:36]Questions from the communityDo women’s menstrual cycles synchronize when living together? [19:30]Why does cycle length change every month? How does stress delay a period? [20:36]Can we predict how many menstrual cycles a woman will have in her lifetime? [22:10]Why do some girls start having periods earlier than others? Does an early puberty mean early menopause? [22:57]What’s the best age to get pregnant? [24:30]What long-term effects do oral contraceptives have on menstruation? [27:58]Can you have sex during your period? [31:14]Resources to topics mentioned in this episode:
Learn about Oova at life or follow @oovalife on Instagram, Twitter, and FacebookEnsure a Harmonious Cycle: What to do Before, During, and After Your PeriodWhy is Exercise So Difficult the Week Before My Menstrual Cycle?6 Women's Health Allies to Support You During Every Life PhaseHow Lifestyle and Environmental Factors Contribute to PMS12 Biomarkers that Impact Your FertilityAm I in Menopause?9 Factors That You Didn’t Know Can Affect FertilityMeet the Sex Hormones and Their Role in Your HealthA Lifetime of Balanced Nutrition Advice for WomenFrom the podcast archives: Rethinking Women’s Fertility with OOVA; A Guide to Your Hormone Health with Dr. Holthouse Part 1 and Part 2; Hormones and Your HealthProducts mentioned in this episode: Fertility Test, Stress Test, Sleep Test, Menopause Test, Ovarian CareSubscribe to More Content
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What are adaptogens? These substances, which can be botanicals, mushrooms, or certain vitamins, help the body “adapt” to stressors and maintain homeostasis. Dr. Amanda Frick joins host Dr. Robert Rountree to discuss the uses and benefits of their favorite adaptogens, like ginseng, ashwagandha, lion’s mane, and cordyceps.
During this episode you’ll learn about:
1. What are adaptogens? How adaptogens help your body “adapt” [1:35]
Botanical examples of adaptogens [3:38] Research on adaptogens [4:33]2. How do adaptogens support homeostasis? [7:17]
3. Use of adaptogens in functional medicine [8:39]
4. Dr. Amanda Frick’s and Dr. Robert Rountree’s favorite adaptogens and their uses [11:22]
What determines good quality ginseng? What are ginsenosides? [13:17] Is Cordyceps vegan? Cordyceps for adrenal or immune support [16:13] Lion’s mane and medicinal mushrooms [17:47]5. Questions from the community
What is the most powerful adaptogen? [22:37] How long can you be on an adaptogenic supplement? [24:27]Can women take adaptogens while pregnant or nursing? [26:01] Adaptogens can have a stimulating or energizing effect. Can adaptogens be calming? [26:30] Can you overdose on adaptogens? [27:46] What adaptogenic supplements does Thorne offer? [29:30] What’s the difference between adaptogens and nootropics? [31:25] How does the body know what to do with the active components in adaptogens? [33:07] Are mushrooms adaptogenic? [35:19] What’s the best time of day to take an adaptogen? [37:39]Resources to topics mentioned in this episode:
What Are Adaptogens and Why Should You Care? How Stress Affects the Body Rhodiola Extract: Benefits and Uses of This Powerful Adaptogen Are Your Stress Levels Under Control? Medicinal Mushrooms – Immune Support and a Lot More How Mushrooms Benefit Athletic Performance and Optimal Wellness Meet the Greens, from Ashwagandha to Zinc: Part 1 – Greens and Adaptogens and Part 2 – Mushrooms, Antioxidants, and More Eleuthero: A Botanical that Supports Your Vitality Ashwagandha: Know Your Suppliers What Is A Nootropic and Where Do Nootropics Come From? Top 10 Nootropic Supplements From the podcast archives: Medicinal Mushrooms – A ‘Missing Dietary Link’? The Medicine Hunter Talks Ashwagandha How the Stress Test Works: Results and Insights Navigating the Science Behind Botanical ExtractsProducts mentioned in this episode: Daily Greens Plus, Rhodiola, Stress Test, Pre-Workout Elite, Creatine, Beta Alanine-SR, Stress Balance, Craving and Stress Support, Curcumin Phytosome
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In this Performance Edition of The Thorne Podcast, Team Liquid’s Steve Arhancet and Caleb Anderson explore how the esports gaming franchise evolved into an international organization, and why Team Liquid trusts Thorne to support its athletes’ physical fitness and mental endurance online and off.
During this episode you’ll learn about:
This week’s guests: Team Liquid’s Steve Arhancet, Co-CEO, and Caleb Anderson, Senior Director of Global Partnerships [0:31]Team Liquid’s origins and mission as an athletic esports franchise [1:31]Building Team Liquid’s partnerships through brand-value alignment [5:32]How Team Liquid turned gaming into an athletic enterprise with a focus on human healthTeam Liquid’s shift from video games as entertainment to serious competition [7:07]Why Team Liquid trusts Thorne for science-backed supplements [11:53]Building the Thorne x Team Liquid partnership: Caleb Anderson’s Thorne journey [14:43]Questions from the communityWhat does diversity look like in esports? How is Team Liquid leading the way with its inclusivity practices? [19:35]How does Team Liquid support its players’ physical and mental health? [24:16]With players on three continents, how does Team Liquid manage its organization? [28:57]What advancements in esports technology can we expect in the next five to 10 years? [32:36]Resources to topics mentioned in this episode:
Learn more at Thorne’s partnership with Team Liquid.Visit Team Liquid.com or follow Team Liquid on Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, and TikTok.Brain Games: A Primer On Nutrition And Supplementation For Esports AthletesThorne and Team Liquid Announce Partnership for EsportsProduct Quality: Thorne's Defining CharacteristicFish Oil Frequently Asked QuestionsHow Does Methylation Affect Fertility?Lights Out! 5 Ways You Might Be Sabotaging Your Sleep QualityThe Close Connection Between Your Gut Health and Sleep QualityCaffeine and Heart Health: A Benefit or a Risk?How to Tell if You Have Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: What Does Carpal Tunnel Feel Like?From the podcast archives: How to Coach Healthy Habits to Esports Athletes; The Gamer's Diet, with Dietitian Casey ThomasProducts mentioned in this episode: Methyl-Guard®; Fish Oil; Sleep Support; Weight Management Test; Weight Management Bundle; Fertility Test; Fertility Bundle
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Join us as we celebrate Thorne’s 40th anniversary! Dr. Kathi Head, Executive Director of Medical Media and a 27-year veteran of Thorne, and host Dr. Robert Rountree discuss Thorne’s evolution and the key innovations and partnerships that made Thorne the most-trusted name in scientific wellness.
During this episode you’ll learn about:
This week’s guest: Dr. Kathi Head, ND, Thorne’s Executive Director of Medical Media and a 27-year veteran of Thorne [0:54]Formulating the Thorne way since 1984 [4:06]The problem with magnesium stearate [5:44]Refusing to use unnecessary fillers [7:10]Why Thorne uses capsules vs. tablets for superior absorption [9:06]Thorne’s partnership with Indena S.p.A. on phytosome technology for botanical extracts [11:32]The big picture: Thorne’s evolution into home testing and sports performance [15:58]Certification from NSF as a sign of Thorne’s quality [17:57]Questions from the communityAfter 40 years, is Thorne the supplement industry’s best-kept secret? How is Thorne marketing itself to wider audiences? [22:04]What is Thorne’s “No List” and how has it changed over time? [25:53]What are Thorne’s quality control measures? [27:46]What are some of the biggest challenges Thorne faces? [30:33]Resources to topics mentioned in this episode:
Check out Kathi Head’s articles on Thorne’s Take 5 Daily online magazineThorne Leadership Reflects on 40 Years of ThorneThe Evolution of the Thorne BrandProduct Quality: Thorne's Defining CharacteristicPresenting: Thorne HealthTech, a New Era for Data-Driven WellnessQuality Through Manufacturing the Thorne WayCertification by NSF International Explained and What Certification Means For YouThe Thorne 'No List''No List': Ingredients Never Found in a Thorne ProductThorne's 'No List': What Makes These Ingredients Unacceptable?What Happens When Our 'No List' and 'Yes List' DisagreeHere's Why Your Favorite Thorne Products Are Sometimes Discontinued or Out of StockProducts mentioned in this episode: Vitamin D, Pancreatic Enzymes, Beta Alanine-SR, Gut Health Test, Whey Protein Isolate, Quercetin Phytosome, Curcumin Phytosome, Boswellia Phytosome, Green Tea Phytosome, Grape Seed Extract, Berberine, CoQ10
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In part one of this two-part series, Dr. Robert Rountree and Dr. Frank Lipman explore the topic of anxiety. Learn about the different types of anxiety, how to manage the body’s stress response through meditation, diet, and supplements, and more.
Note: This episode originally aired in July 2022. In part one of this two-part series, Dr. Robert Rountree and Dr. Frank Lipman dive deep into the topic of anxiety. Learn about the different types of anxiety, how to manage the body’s stress response through meditation, diet, and supplements, and more. If you or someone you know needs help today, please call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK. The call is free and confidential, and crisis workers are there 24/7 to assist you. Listen to Part 2 of our conversation here.
During this episode you’ll learn about:
Anxiety: all-time high? [2:18]Gut health and anxiety [2:54]Metabolic issues and anxiety [3:26]COVID and anxiety [3:51]Types of anxiety [5:04]How anxiety manifests in the body [5:38]Managing our stress response [6:56]Anxiety and our body’s survival process [8:23]Parasympathetic nervous system [9:42]Meditation and breathing practices [10:48]Movement as a means for meditation [12:01]Other ways to meditate [12:39]Headspace app [14:06]Practical meditation [14:44]Mantra meditation [15:48]Nutrients, supplements, and anxiety [19:00]GABA and magnesium [19:11]Your gut, anxiety, and depression [19:43]L-theanine and green tea [21:00]Acupuncture and anxiety [21:59]Questions from the community [23:52]Is anxiety genetic, caused from deficiencies, a response to an environment or all of the above? [24:00]Epigenetics [25:06]Why are so many student athletes anxious? [26:39]Advice for those with panic attacks [28:25]Does low progesterone play a role in anxiety? [30:30]CBD [32:28]How should I know if I need anti-anxiety of antidepressant medication? [34:24]Is the world going to be full of shut-ins post-COVID? [36:08]Resources to topics mentioned in this episode:
Text “HELLO” to the Crisis Text Line at 741741.Suicide & Crisis Lifeline / 988Gut Health: The Link to Anxiety and Depression?Mayo Clinic: Improve Your Well-being – Add Biophilic Design Elements to Your Living SpaceResearch Extracts: How Men and Women Experienced Anxiety Differently During the PandemicResearch Extracts: Chocolate and Depression | Pollution and Brain Tumors | Sleep and Anxiety | Fish and WeightA Mayo Clinic Doctor’s Advice: Science-backed Ways to Manage Stress and Anxiety During a CrisisAnxious or Depressed? Focus On These Micronutrient Blood LevelsThe Impact of Exercise on Mental HealthManaging Stress When Trying to ConceiveStress and Your Endocannabinoid System (ECS)From the podcast archives: All About Anxiety and Depression Part 2; Gut Check: How Your Gut Influences Whole-Body HealthSubscribe to More Content
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Dr. Robert Rountree and Dr. Amanda Frick took Thorne’s at-home Weight Management Test, and the results are in! Listen here or watch on YouTube to follow along as they explain how the test works, what it measures, and how to interpret their personal test results for better health.
Watch Amanda Frick and Dr. Robert Rountree go over their results.During this episode you’ll learn about:
Thorne’s Weight Management Test: What is it? [1:33]Different collection processes for men and women [03:10]Tips for the finger prick and blood spot collection step [4:19]Tips for the saliva sample collection step [5:14]Who may benefit from Thorne’s Weight Management Test? What hormones does it measure? [7:20]How follow-up testing can support weight management goals [10:18]What patients taking weight-loss drugs may learn from Thorne’s at-home tests [11:19]Amanda Frick’s Weight Management Test results and analysis [14:44]Low progesterone meaning [17:01]DHEA hormone levels [19:26]Cortisol, hemoglobin A1C, and vitamin D measurements [21:33]Frick’s diet, lifestyle, and supplement recommendations [26:47]Robert Rountree’s Weight Management Test results and analysis [30:53]High cortisol levels and difficulty falling asleep [35:02]Weight management diet recommendations [38:33]Resources to topics mentioned in this episode:
Watch Amanda Frick and Dr. Robert Rountree go over their results.Five Strategies for Healthy Weight ManagementAt-Home Weight Management Test10 Tips for a Summer Weight Management ProgramCan a Probiotic Help You with Weight Management?Mayo Clinic: Manage Your Weight with Mindful EatingStress and Weight Gain: What’s the Connection?20 Surprising Things that Can Affect Your Weight8 Questions About Menopause: Everything You Need to KnowMeet the Sex Hormones and Their Role in Your HealthUnderstanding High Cortisol Levels: Symptoms, Causes, and RegulationWhat is a Modified Mediterranean Diet?Preventing Metabolic Syndrome with Diet: What the Research Tells UsWhat is the Ketogenic Diet?Fish Oil Frequently Asked QuestionsFrom the podcast archives:Thorne’s At-Home Health Test Demonstration Series with Dr. Amanda FrickHow the Stress Test Works: Results and InsightsThe Thyroid Test: What to Expect and How It WorksWhat Do My Sleep Test Results Mean?How to Digest Your Gut Health Test ResultsWeight Management SeriesEpisode 1: DietEpisode 2: ExerciseEpisode 3: LifestyleEpisode 4: SupplementsEpisode 5: Listener’s QuestionsProducts mentioned in this episode: Weight Management Test, Weight Management Bundle, Meta-Balance™, Phosphatidylserine (formerly Iso-Phos), FloraMend Prime Probiotic®, Super EPA, Crucera-SGS®
Other health test kits from Thorne: Biological Age Health Panel, Vitamin D Test, Stress Test, Thyroid Test
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Note: This episode originally aired in June 2021.
There’s no magic pill or quick-fix diet for weight loss. Rather, maintaining healthy weight comes from a series of healthy lifestyle changes one makes that create meaningful and lasting change. In this episode of The Thorne Podcast, Drs. Frank Lipman and Robert Rountree explain the science effective of weight management, including underlying causes, weight management strategies, supplements, and common weight loss myths.
During this episode you’ll learn about:
1. Weight management introduction [2:00]
· Unhealthy diets [2:35]
· Hormonal response to foods [2:44]
2. Lifestyle diets [3:14]
· Paleo [3:19]
· Low-carb [3:40]
3. Weight and lifestyle factors [4:00]
· Cortisol and weight [4:15]
4. Creating a lifestyle around healthy weight [5:00]
5. Intermittent Fasting [6:27]
· How many hours to fast [6:59]
· Calorie restriction and stress [8:00]
6. Hormesis or hormetic stress [8:35]
· Stimulating metabolism [10:30]
7. Microbiome and weight [12:05]
· Can altered microbiome cause weight gain? [13:28]
· Ingredients that alter our microbes [13:36]
8. Weight management and supplements [14:00]
· Berberine [14:27]
· Green tea [15:05]
9. Weight gain is your body telling you something is not working [15:20]
· Diet, stress, and other causes [15:30]
10. Mainstream weight loss: too much focus on calories in / calories out [16:20]
11. Detoxification [16:45]
· Supporting the body’s detox system [18:34]
· Supplements and detoxification [18:43]
12. Questions from the community [20:48]
· Why do contestants on “The Biggest Loser” regain their weight after the competition? [20:51]
· How can I support healthy metabolism? [23:29]
· Are all overweight people diabetic? [25:25]
· Weight stigma and healthcare providers [27:08]
· Weight and thyroid [28:18]
· Are popular diets safe? Many look like eating disorders? [30:02]
· How can I improve my health regardless of weight? [32:03]
Resources to topics mentioned in this episode:
Five Strategies for Healthy Weight Management The Six Best Supplements for Healthy Weight According to a Registered Dietician At-Home Weight Management Test 10 Tips for a Summer Weight Management Program Can a Probiotic Help You with Weight Management? Manage Your Weight with Mindful Eating Stress and Weight Gain: What’s the Connection? Weight Management Tips While Working from Home 20 Surprising Things that Can Affect Your Weight How Does Your Weight Affect Your Immune Health? Is Intermittent Fasting Right For You? Thorne’s Weight Management Program Wellness Guide From the podcast archives: Weight Management Series – Episode 1: Diet, Episode 2: Exercise, Episode 3: Lifestyle, Episode 4: Supplements, Episode 5: Listener’s Questions; What's Wrong With the Standard American DietProducts related to this episode: Weight Management Test
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* These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
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Note: This episode originally aired in January 2023.
Tune in this week as special guest, Dr. Leroy Hood, an accomplished scientist best known for his integral work on the Human Genome Project, discusses data-driven analysis of chronic diseases and how our genomes may be able to provide individualized health recommendations in the future.
During this episode you’ll learn about:
1. Dr. Leroy “Lee” Hood, MD, PhD, a world-renowned scientist in human genomics, cancer research, Alzheimer’s research, co-founder of the Institute of Systems Biology (ISB), and whose research allowed for the completion of the Human Genome Project [0:50]
2. Dr. Hood’s personal life and early scientific background [1:27]
3. Dr. Hood’s famous Caltech professors and what they taught him [7:03]
4. The systems biology approach of applying data taken over time to the body’s networks [9:33]
5. Using a digital twin system to forecast Alzheimer’s disease and make recommendations [13:25]
6. How blood samples taken years before a disease diagnosis present an opportunity [16:44]
7. What’s the future of DNA sequencing for disease susceptibility? [19:31]
8. Questions from the community [24:02]
How did the Human Genome Project change the everyday person’s life? [24:09]Is cancer becoming more common, or are we getting better at detecting it? [27:49] Could the CRISPR technique/ genome engineering help extend the human lifespan? [31:49]Resources to topics mentioned in this episode:
Learn more about Dr. Hood’s work at the Institute for Systems Biology (ISB) The Age of Scientific Wellness – How to Reshape the Future of Personalized Medicine with Data and Artificial Intelligence The AI Revolution in Personalized Health Care, with Nathan Price, Chief Scientific Officer Three Science-Backed Lifestyle Changes to Lower Your Dementia Risk How Chronic Inflammation Contributes to Disease and What You Can Do About It Mayo Clinic: Exploring the Connections Between the Microbiome, Health, and Disease How Plant Based Foods Help Fight Cancer Eight Nutrients for Brain Health Our Newest Health Panels – Advanced and Essential Data from a Basic Blood Draw What Can a Microbiome Test Tell You That a Genetic Test Can’t? Will Exercise Extend Your Lifespan? From the podcast archives: How to Solve an Age-Old Problem, with Dr. Lee Hood, Using AI to Advance Scientific WellnessProducts mentioned in this episode: Advanced Health Panel, Biological Age Health Panel, Essential Health Panel
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