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#325 ‒ Peter’s key takeaways on bone health, calorie restriction and energy balance, dopamine and addiction, gene editing, and testosterone therapy safety with a prostate cancer diagnosis | Quarterly Podcast Summary #3

The Peter Attia Drive

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Understanding Addiction: Beyond Dopamine

This chapter explores the complex nature of addiction, highlighting the roles of genetics, environment, and personal experiences in shaping addictive behaviors. It emphasizes the importance of recognizing addiction in family medical histories and discusses therapeutic approaches, including dopamine fasting and cold therapy. The conversation also raises questions about individual susceptibility to addiction and the impact of modern stimuli on behavior.

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