The Human Upgrade with Dave Asprey
His & Hers Hormones with Dr. Tami Meraglia
Jun 24, 2016
Dr. Tami Meraglia, a double board certified physician in Aesthetic Medicine and Integrative & Natural Medicine, joins Dave Asprey to talk about testosterone, adrenal hormones, libido advice, birth control, and the benefits of fat for kids. They also discuss the significance of energy, collagen, magnesium, virtual medical clinics, affordable lab tests, FOSAMX, sugar's impact on testosterone, fertility research, soy and lecithin in the body, the importance of breakfast and healthy fats, and taking control of your health through hormones, nutrition, and sleep.
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- Testosterone therapy can enhance energy, muscle to fat ratio, brain function, and libido in women.
- Optimizing hormone levels is crucial for overall functioning and well-being.
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Boosting Mitochondria and Energy Levels
The podcast highlights the importance of mitochondria in transforming everything we consume into energy. Over time, mitochondria wear out and need to be replaced through a process called autophagy. The speaker introduces Mitopure, a product that increases cellular energy by providing a rare molecule called urolithin A. Urolithin A promotes longevity in healthy aging and enhances the body's ability to produce energy. The speaker discusses how consuming pounds of pomegranates or having a specific gut bacteria strain can also provide urolithin A, but the product offers a convenient and effective alternative.
