Gary Brecka: Human Biologist on Predicting How Long You’ll Live
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Cold Plunges
Cold plunges offer a unique way to enhance both physical and mental health. explains that the practice can significantly boost mood, emotional state, and endorphin levels, while also promoting fatty acid metabolism and oxygenating the brain 1. He emphasizes the importance of timing, suggesting that cold plunges should be done before exercise to maximize benefits 2.
A cold plunge, in my opinion, will do more for your mood, your emotional state, your endorphin levels, your fatty acid metabolism, you know, oxygenating the brain and the core.
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and Gary also discuss common myths, clarifying that cold plunges do not negatively impact muscle mass if done at the right time 2.
Heat Therapy
Heat therapy, particularly through saunas and red light therapy, plays a crucial role in recovery and wellness. Gary warns against prolonged exposure to extreme heat, as it can be harmful to the brain, which is only a quarter-inch inside the skull 3. He advocates for red light therapy, highlighting its ability to enhance mitochondrial function and oxygenation, which are vital for longevity and anti-aging 4.
The presence of oxygen is the absence of disease. And nothing is more truthful than that saying.
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Jennifer and Gary explore the science behind these therapies, emphasizing their potential to improve overall health and reverse aging processes 4.