Commune with Jeff Krasno

The mitochondria do so much more than produce energy. In today's episode, I share the various roles of the mitochondria, their developmental history, how they dysfunction, and what we can do to upregulate their functionality.Commusings are thoughtful essays and short-form reflections on the topics of spirituality, philosophy, health, and culture. For more musings and quotes, connect with us on Instagram at @onecommune or @jeffkrasno or sign up for the Commusings newsletter at onecommune.com.

What happens when you decide to pursue a purpose larger than yourself? What is the relationship between commitment and courage? Lynne Twist has dedicated her life to ending hunger in all its forms and is co-founder of The Pachamama Alliance and founder of The Soul of Money Institute. In this episode, she shares how giving herself to these causes has transformed her life.In this episode we cover:If you want to step away from a fear- and scarcity-based relationship to money, join the waitlist for Lynne Twist's new Commune course at https://www.onecommune.com/lynneThis podcast is supported by:Timeline NutritionTimeline Nutrition is pioneering a new approach to longevity, one that stands on a decade of scientific discovery to unlock the power within your cells. Your body is an energy generating machine, Timeline makes it more powerful. Use code commune to get 10% off at timelinenutrition.com/commune.Big Bold HealthBig Bold Health has just released its ultimate immune synergy combo of its top immuneactive ingredients from plants, sea, and soil. Featuring clinically studied probiotics, prebiotics, and supercharged omega-3s. Big Bold Health is offering the Commune community $10 off most products when you go to bigboldhealth.com and use the promo code “COMMUNE”.BiOptimizers Magnesium Breakthrough is the ultimate magnesium supplement that offers the full spectrum of all seven types of magnesium, specially formulated to reach every tissue in your body for maximum health benefits.This one-of-a-kind product is designed to reverse low levels of magnesium, which could be causing a multitude of health problems.This means that this supplement acts like a brake on your body's nervous system, helping to calm and soothe, promoting a better quality of life. Visit magbreakthrough.com/onecommune and get 10% off on Magnesium Breakthrough with codeThrive MarketJoin Thrive Market today and get a FREE $80 in free groceries when you go to thrivemarket.com/commune

Could there be a unifying theory of mental disorder? Could mental illness be a metabolic disorder of the brain? In this episode, I summarize my extensive conversation with Dr. Chris Palmer, author of the new fascinating book, Brain Energy.Commusings are thoughtful essays and short-form reflections on the topics of spirituality, philosophy, health, and culture. For more musings and quotes, connect with us on Instagram at @onecommune or @jeffkrasno or sign up for the Commusings newsletter at onecommune.com.

Why is the topic of women’s health so taboo? What is the relationship between menopause and libido? In this episode, Dr. Jolene Brighten, clinical sexologist and award-winning endocrinologist, gives medically accurate answers to the questions you've been meaning to ask.In this episode we cover the following questions:0:05:41 – Why is Women's Health Taboo?0:07:19 – Why Don't Practitioners Understand Hormones?0:10:21 – What Are the Impacts of Lack of Sex Ed?0:22:28 – Is Weight Gain and Excess Hair Growth Normal?0:30:32 – What Are the Effects of Hormonal Imbalance?0:30:26 – What Are Common Hormone Imbalances?0:34:49 – What foods support a healthy thyroid?0:38:09 – Can thyroid hormone supplements lower libido?0:44:40 – Is a lowered libido normal in a relationship?0:55:38 – What is the relationship between menopause and libido?1:06:43 – How do I know if hormone therapy is right for me?1:16:09 – What is the relationship between gut and vaginal health?1:20:11 – What is the best vaginal hygiene routine?1:23:07 – What products create hormonal imbalances?1:28:50 – What are the primary protocols of your 28-day program?Learn more about Commune and check out all our health, nutrition, and functional medicine courses free for 14 days at onecommune.com/trial

A common fat found in processed foods is one molecule away from plastic! In this episode Corinna Bellizzi, climate activist and entrepreneur, takes us from the macro to the micro on good and bad fats, and shares how you can correct the balance between the harmful vs. helpful forms of fat in your diet. In this episode we cover:0:07:36 – Bad Fats0:13:51 – Good Fats0:19:07 – Saturated Fat0:29:12 – Proper Ratios0:42:57 – Common Ratios0:47:51 – Omega-3 and Pregnancy0:48:42 – Alzheimer's0:54:53 – Fertility0:59:29 – Algae1:06:30 – Sustainable Nutrition1:17:33 – The Future of ProteinStudies mentioned in the episode: Environmental Impacts of Large-Scale Spirulina Production in Hellisheidi Geothermal Park IcelandPhotosynthetically Controlled Spirulina, but Not Solar Spirulina, Inhibits TNF-α Secretion: Potential Implications for COVID-19-Related Cytokine Storm TherapyLearn more about Commune and check out all our health, nutrition, and functional medicine courses free for 14 days at onecommune.com/trial

What is body fat good for? Quite a lot actually — though its function depends on its color and location in your body. In this episode Dr. William Li, physician, scientist, and bestselling author, shares the research that is making us rethink human metabolism, as well as what you can do to heal your own metabolism.In this episode we cover:0:04:57 – Types of Body Fat0:08:10 – Metabolism0:10:05 – Body Fat Beginnings0:17:01 – Excess Fat0:21:38 – Insulin Resistance0:25:38 – Immunity0:28:09 – Brown Fat0:28:56 – White Fat0:31:54 – Visceral Fat0:39:16 – Discovery of Brown Fat0:58:50 – New Science of MetabolismLearn more about Commune and check out all our health, nutrition, and functional medicine courses free for 14 days at onecommune.com/trialThis podcast is supported by:Timeline NutritionTimeline Nutrition is pioneering a new approach to longevity, one that stands on a decade of scientific discovery to unlock the power within your cells. Your body is an energy generating machine, Timeline makes it more powerful. Use code commune to get 10% off at timelinenutrition.com/commune.

How does a deeper understanding of what it means to be truly well change your life goals, your intentions, your deepest desires? Deepak Chopra, Brendan Burchard, and Daneille LaPorte each offer strategies to clarify and achieve those desires. This lesson was part of our 2022 Commune Wellness Summit. If you want to watch the full summit (alongside many other courses), try Commune free for 14 days at onecommune.com/trial.This podcast is supported by:Timeline NutritionTimeline Nutrition is pioneering a new approach to longevity, one that stands on a decade of scientific discovery to unlock the power within your cells. Your body is an energy generating machine, Timeline makes it more powerful. Use code commune to get 10% off at timelinenutrition.com/commune.Thrive MarketJoin Thrive Market today and get a FREE $80 in free groceries when you go to thrivemarket.com/commune

A week from today is the first full day of the holy month of Ramadan, in which Muslims seek a richer perception of God through the experience of fasting from dawn to dusk. In this episode Zahra Aljabri, spiritual coach and entrepreneur, elaborates on the five pillars of Islam, and how she uses the fourth pillar – fasting – to master not only her body but also her mind and spirit.In this episode we cover:0:04:25 – Muslim Experience in California0:08:44 – Calendar of Ramadan0:12:29 – Fasting0:18:19 – Five Pillars of Islam0:41:43 – Fundamentalism0:42:48 – Muslim Challenges in the West0:56:04 – Context1:14:05 – Spirituality and Self-Growth1:20:46 – Arabic ExpressionsLearn more about Commune and check out all our health, nutrition, and functional medicine courses free for 14 days at onecommune.com/trialThis podcast is supported by:Timeline NutritionTimeline Nutrition is pioneering a new approach to longevity, one that stands on a decade of scientific discovery to unlock the power within your cells. Your body is an energy generating machine, Timeline makes it more powerful. Use code commune to get 10% off at timelinenutrition.com/commune.Thrive MarketJoin Thrive Market today and get a FREE $80 in free groceries when you go to thrivemarket.com/communeApollo NeuroThe Apollo™ wearable uses scientifically-backed touch therapy to rebalance your nervous system and support your circadian rhythm. Sleep better, feel calmer, find focus, and get energized with this groundbreaking new wearable. SPECIAL OFFER FOR FRIENDS OF COMMUNE: Try the Apollo wearable today and get $40 off your purchase at apolloneuro.com/commune.BetterHelpBetterHelp offers convenient online therapy on your schedule. It’s the same professional service you’d get from an in-person therapist, but with the option to communicate when and how you want – by chat, phone, or video call. Start on your own journey of self-discovery, with BetterHelp. Visit BetterHelp.com/commune to get 20% off your first month of online therapy.

In this Q&A, Dr. Maté explains his fundamental understanding of trauma, untangles common myths about what makes us sick, and offers a compassionate guide for health and healing.If you want to heal your trauma with compassion, take your power back, and find peace from past pain, watch the first session of Dr. Mate’s new Commune course “A Return to Wholeness” for free at onecommune.com/healtrauma.This podcast is supported by:InsideTrackerLive healthier longer. InsideTracker is your personalized dashboard. For a limited time, you can get 20% off by visiting https://info.insidetracker.com/communeKyolicPrevention is the best way to protect your heart health. In addition to maintaining a healthy diet,exercise and good sleep patterns, you can include one of the best-researched natural herbal supplements to your routine, Kyolic Aged Garlic Extract. Request a sample at Kyolic.com/sample-request. Use promo code “Commune”.Thrive MarketJoin Thrive Market today and get a FREE $80 in free groceries when you go to thrivem

What if you could cure yourself of aging? In this episode Dr. Mark Hyman, a leader in the field of Functional Medicine, overturns the paradigm of “the long, gradual decline,” empowering you to optimize your body for long-term wellbeing through diet and lifestyle strategies — and, if you choose, cutting-edge therapies.Watch Dr. Hyman’s Commune master class, The Secrets of Healthy Aging for free at https://www.onecommune.com/longevity or order his new book, Young Forever, at https://youngforeverbook.com/In this episode we cover:0:06:42 – Healthspan vs Lifespan0:11:15 – Chronic Diseases0:15:15 – Hallmarks of Aging0:18:56 – Pathways of Longevity0:28:00 – Love and Longevity0:41:10 – Protocols for Longevity1:08:17 – Pursuit of HealthspanThis podcast is supported by:InsideTrackerLive healthier longer. InsideTracker is your personalized dashboard. For a limited time, you can get 20% off by visiting https://info.insidetracker.com/communeKyolicPrevention is the best way to protect your heart health. In addition to maintaining a healthy diet,exercise and good sleep patterns, you can include one of the best-researched natural herbal supplements to your routine, Kyolic Aged Garlic Extract. Request a sample at Kyolic.com/sample-request. Use promo code “Commune”.LivOn LabsDiscover why Jeff Krasno, Schuyler Grant, and people who know wellness areditching pills, powders, and gummies for this powerful, nutrient-packed goo. GET FREE SAMPLES WITH ANY PURCHASE livonlabs.com/communeThrive MarketJoin Thrive Market today and get a FREE $80 in free groceries when you go to thrivemarket.com/communeTimeline NutritionTimeline Nutrition is pioneering a new approach to longevity, one that stands on a decade of scientific discovery to unlock the power within your cells. Your body is an energy generating machine, Timeline makes it more powerful. Use code commune to get 10% off at timelinenutrition.com/commune.