The School of Greatness Cold Therapy: The Secret Weapon to REPROGRAM Your Body & Mind | Dr. Susanna Søberg
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Jan 10, 2024 
Dr. Susanna Søberg, a leading expert in cold and heat exposure therapy, shares her groundbreaking research on the effects of temperature on metabolism and mental health. She explains how cold therapy activates brown fat, aiding in weight loss and enhancing metabolic health. The discussion reveals the psychological benefits, highlighting how cold immersion can elevate mood and combat anxiety. Ås she presents personalized approaches for optimal cold therapy, listeners learn about the profound interplay between temperature exposure and overall well-being.
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Brown Fat and Metabolism
- Dr. Søberg's research focuses on brown fat, a metabolic tissue.
- Activating brown fat with cold exposure can boost metabolism and aid in fat loss.
Types of Fat
- The body contains white fat (unhealthy) and brown fat (healthy).
- White fat, especially visceral fat, increases the risk of diseases like type 2 diabetes.
Brown Fat's Role
- White fat stores energy while brown fat uses energy.
- Brown fat can metabolize white fat.