Is Mold Or Heavy Metals Driving Your Mysterious Symptoms?

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Jun 26, 2023

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Todd LePine

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Dave Asprey

In a fascinating discussion, Dave Asprey, the 'Father of Biohacking,' teams up with Dr. Todd LePine, an expert in integrative medicine. They dive into the hidden health threats posed by heavy metals and environmental toxins, emphasizing the need for thorough detoxification. They share personal stories of recovery and highlight critical detox methods like ozone therapy. The conversation also touches on the complexities of diagnosing conditions like Lyme disease and how environmental factors impact longevity and overall health. A must-listen for wellness enthusiasts!

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INSIGHT

Metal Accumulation and Aging

As animals age, they accumulate environmental toxins like heavy metals.
These toxins can inhibit mitochondrial function, lower testosterone, and cause various health issues.

ADVICE

Testing for Heavy Metals

Test for heavy metal levels using urine or hair tests.
Consult a functional medicine doctor for heavy metals testing and personalized treatment.

ANECDOTE

Dr. Hyman's Mercury Poisoning

Dr. Hyman's personal experience with mercury poisoning illustrates its wide-ranging health impacts.
Mercury affected his gut, mitochondria, liver, immune system, and cognitive function.

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While our body's detoxification systems are sophisticated and well functioning, they are not far enough evolved to protect us fully from the toxic burdens we encounter in our environment.

In today’s episode, I talk with Dave Asprey, Dr. Todd LePine, and Dhru Purohit about environmental contaminants that could be lurking behind your persistent health symptoms and why testing should be an integral part of our routine health exams as we age.

Dave Asprey is an entrepreneur, the “Father of Biohacking,” and the leading voice in the movement to take control of your own biology. He’s hosted over 1,000 episodes of The Human Upgrade podcast (formerly Bulletproof Radio) for more than a decade. He also hosts the world’s largest and longest-running biohacking conference. He’s a New York Times bestselling author of multiple books, creator of Danger Coffee and Bulletproof Coffee, and owner and CEO of Upgrade Labs, the world’s first Human Upgrade Center.

Dr. Todd LePine graduated from Dartmouth Medical School and is board certified in internal medicine, specializing in integrative Functional Medicine. He is an Institute for Functional Medicine Certified Practitioner. Prior to joining The UltraWellness Center, he worked as a physician at Canyon Ranch in Lenox, MA, for 10 years. His areas of interest include optimal aging, bio-detoxification, functional gastrointestinal health, systemic inflammation, autoimmune disorders, and the neurobiology of mood and cognitive disorders.

Dhru Purohit is a podcast host, serial entrepreneur, and investor in the health and wellness industry. His podcast, The Dhru Purohit Podcast, is a top 50 global health podcast with over 30 million unique downloads. His interviews focus on the inner workings of the brain and the body and feature the brightest minds in wellness, medicine, and mindset.

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