I always like learning about topics that can directly or indirectly affect mitochondrial function. At the end of the day, those are other potential strategies for optimizing mitochondrial health and the root cause of health, wellness and longevity. Redox biology fits that to a tee, meaning if you can improve your internal redox signaling you will inherently improve your mitochondrial function. I like that!
We will gain a nice overview of exactly what redox is, why it matters and how it impacts all aspects of health. We will turn to Dr. Lee Ostler's book, Redox Matters, to learn the highlights of redox biology and signaling and why it is undoubtedly a foundational aspect of all health and wellness (which should be no surprise given its entanglement with mitochondrial function).
For the second part of the episode I will introduce BioLight's fourth version of BioBlue, which certainly lives up to its name: BioBlue Calm.
BioBlue Calm is a blend of six herbs and minerals combined with pharmaceutical grade methylene blue (USP >99.5%) to help promote relaxation and a sense of calm. This recipe includes all of the same ingredients as our flagship
BioBlue product minus nicotinamide mononucleotide (NMN). We decided to remove NMN because while is not a stimulant, it can be stimulating to our physiology given its properties for improving mitochondrial function and energy production.
Between the removal of the NMN and the addition of:
Ashwagandha
Valerian
Passionflower
Kava
Magnesium glycinate
Magnesium L-threonate
...BioBlue Calm functions as a "weighted blanket" for your brain and your nervous system, providing a physiological tranquility in times of stress, anxiety and/or when falling asleep is difficult.
All of the above herbs and minerals contribute to reducing cortisol levels and improved GABA activity in the brain. This alone promotes a deep sense of calm.
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As always, light up your health!
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Key points:
- Introduction (00:00:00 - 00:00:28).
- Discussion on the summer solstice marking the beginning of summer but also shorter days (00:00:28 - 00:00:48).
- Episode topics: redox and its connection to health and mitochondrial function (00:00:48 - 00:02:34).
- Introduction to "Redox Matters" by Dr. Lee Ostler and announcement of BioLight's new BioBlue product (00:02:34 - 00:03:45).
- Overview of redox, its role in health, and strategies to optimize mitochondrial function (00:03:45 - 00:08:55).
- Importance of redox signaling in managing oxidative stress and inflammation (00:08:55 - 00:10:43).
- Decline in mitochondrial efficiency with age and its health impacts (00:10:43 - 00:13:37).
- Basic principles of redox biology, including key molecules and their roles (00:13:37 - 00:18:59).
- Discussion on oxidative stress sources and their effects on health (00:18:59 - 00:23:30).
- Role of glutathione and other antioxidants in reducing oxidative stress (00:23:30 - 00:25:24).
- Importance of balancing transcription factors Nrf2 and NF-kB for health (00:25:24 - 00:28:54).
- Introduction to BioBlue products and their benefits for mitochondrial health (00:28:54 - 00:35:38).
- Challenges with methylene blue affecting sleep; introduction of BioBlue Calm for improved sleep (00:35:38 - 00:39:13).
- BioBlue Calm's ingredients and their benefits for relaxation and sleep (00:39:13 - 00:52:52).
- BioBlue Calm promotes calmness and better sleep without grogginess (00:52:52 - 00:55:37).
- Encouragement to try BioBlue Calm, available for purchase with discounts (00:55:37 - 00:59:35).
- Closing remarks on maintaining health through good sleep and relaxation techniques (00:59:35 - 00:59:59).
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Book referenced:
Redox Matters, Dr. Lee Ostler
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Introducing the newest BioBlue product:
BioBlue Calm — a beautiful blend of six herbs and minerals combined with methylene blue to promote calmness, relaxation and serenity! For the next week, save 15% on BioBlue Calm single bottle orders using coupon code "calm15"
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