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#014 Sauna Use and Building Resilience to Stress with Dr. Rhonda Patrick

Sep 11, 15 | 01:04:58

In this episode Rhonda talks about:

  • (00:00) Introduction
  • (03:00) Heat stress makes the body more resilient to the stresses of aging
  • (14:45) Possible mechanisms why sauna use reduces heart disease risk
  • (16:45) Sauna enhances athletic endurance and muscle growth
  • (28:16) Sauna use stimulates neurogenesis and improves cognitive function and mood
  • (37:34) Sauna use detoxifies BPA, PCBs, phthalates, and other metals
  • (51:10) Practical applications sauna use and other heat stressors like hot yoga

If you’re interested in learning more, you can read the full show notes here.

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