In this episode of the Gladden Longevity Podcast, Dr. Jeffrey Gladden interviews Dr. Torkil Faero, an expert in heart rate variability and stress management. They discuss Dr. Faero's journey from traditional medicine to focusing on holistic health, the importance of lifestyle choices in longevity, and the role of technology in monitoring health. The conversation covers various topics including insulin resistance, the impact of alcohol on recovery, individualized nutrition, the benefits of fasting, and the significance of sun exposure for overall health.
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Takeaways
· Dr. Torkil Faero transitioned from traditional medicine to focus on heart rate variability and stress management.
· Lifestyle choices significantly impact longevity and health outcomes.
· Insulin resistance is a hidden risk factor for many individuals, regardless of their outward appearance.
· Wearable technology can provide valuable insights into health metrics and stress levels.
· Alcohol consumption negatively affects sleep quality and recovery.
· Eating patterns, such as meal frequency, can influence metabolic stress.
· Fasting can have beneficial effects on health and gut function.
· Breathwork and meditation can help manage stress, but individual responses may vary.
· Sun exposure is crucial for health, influencing hormone production and overall well-being.
· Personalized nutrition is essential for optimizing health and managing individual sensitivities.
Chapters
00:00 Journey to Heart Rate Variability and Health
07:56 The Impact of Lifestyle on Health
14:21 Wearable Technology and Health Monitoring
19:46 Nutrition, Fasting, and Metabolic Health
26:04 Breathwork, Meditation, and Stress Management
32:43 The Importance of Sun Exposure
To learn more about Dr. Torkil:
Email: torkil@kairosworks.no Website: https://pulskuren.no/
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