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With so much happening in the world of health and wellness, how can you separate fact from fiction? Listen to Thorne’s medical experts as they bring you the latest insights, access to exclusive interviews, and much more as the Thorne Podcast navigates the complex world of health and wellness. Here you’ll discover the newest research on diet, nutritional supplements, and lifestyle approaches to unlocking your best self.

Episodes

Wednesday Sep 29, 2021

The Training Philosophy of CrossFit Invictus Coach Bryce Smith Pt. 1

Wednesday Sep 29, 2021

Strength & Conditioning Coach Bryce Smith joins Joel Totoro, Thorne Director of Sports Science to discuss his CrossFit journey, coaching philosophy, and Bryce’s mission to help clients achieve the best version of themselves.

During this episode you’ll learn about:

Bryce Smith background [0:45]
- CrossFit and coaching [0:56]
Using Thorne in recovery and training [3:39]
Using biomarkers and bloodwork in training [5:47]
- Optimize training [6:15]
Thorne : Certified for Sport® [8:10]
Coaching clients to achieve full potential [9:20]
Paying attention to your body’s signals [10:23]
Documenting wellness goals and journey [11:22]
- Addressing long term health goals [14:28]
How being an athlete makes you a better coach [16:30]
The Dirty 30 workout [19:08]
Custom supplement routines [21:15]
Building relationships 23:36]
- Dad’s diagnosis [24:07]
On becoming better [26:54]
- Practice mindset [26:56]

Resources to topics mentioned in this episode:

How Exercise Routines (Or Lack of One) Affect Your Testosterone Level
Pre, During, and Post-Workout Nutrition
Creatine 101: What's It For, Why Take It, How To Get It
Use Nutrition to Support Recovery from a Workout Injury

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Wednesday Sep 15, 2021

Glow Girl Melissa Meyers Shares Her Beauty & Wellness Advice

Wednesday Sep 15, 2021

Beauty, lifestyle, and wellness icon Melissa Meyers, aka the Glow Girl, sits down to share her favorite healthy aging advice. Discover how to achieve a more youthful glow by supporting your body and beauty from the inside out in this latest episode of the performance edition of the Thorne Podcast.

Stay up on Melissa’s social channels and be on the lookout for a special something in the coming weeks.

During this episode you’ll learn about:

Journey to becoming the Glow Girl [1:00]
- Moving to L.A. [3:24]
Thorne and wellness [5:02]
- NiaCel and healthy aging [5:30]
Health testing [5:59]
Beauty from within [6:50]
- Clean living [7:26]
Starting wellness routines [7:49]
Healthy aging advice [8:15]
Recommended supplements [8:46]
Thorne health tests [9:16]
Discovering what your body is missing [10:16]
- Optimizing your wellness journey [11:01]
- Self-care [11:46]
Curbing cravings [12:48]
Microbiome health [13:10]
Supplements to support weight management [14:42]
Cellular energy [15:16]
Small tweaks lead to big changes [16:03]
Questions from the community [19:21]
- How do you find your tips and recommendations? [19:33]
- What’s one supplement you can’t live without? [20:35]
- Do you have any specific advice for men? [23:31]
- Finding a work life/balance [25:22]
- Collagen Plus [27:18]
- Healthy aging trends [27:30]
Where to follow Melissa [28:43]

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Wednesday Aug 11, 2021

All About Anxiety and Depression Pt. 2

Wednesday Aug 11, 2021

In part two of this two-part series, Dr. Rountree and Dr. Lipman take a closer look at the topic of depression. Learn about the gut-brain connection and its link with depression, cytokine sickness, antidepressants, nutritional deficiencies, and more in this episode.

Note: If you or someone you know needs help today, please call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK. The call is free and confidential, and crisis workers are there 24/7 to assist you.

During this episode you’ll learn about:

Depression and day-to-day struggle [2:41]
- Melancholy [3:20]
Deep-seated or situational depression [3:46]
Modern society and depression [4:40]
- Antidepressants [5:58]
- Brain chemistry [6:42]
Cytokine sickness [8:42]
- Abnormal microbiome [9:32]
Serotonin made in the gut [10:00]
Gut health and depression [11:19]
- 5-HTP [13:01]
Exercise [13:35]
Learned optimism [15:14]
Questions from the community [18:14]
- Postpartum depression [18:28]
  - Diet [19:21]
- Deficiencies and depression [21:20]
- How are gut health and depression linked? [23:58]
- Do medications for anxiety and depression affect the gut? [25:51]
- Seeing psychologist or psychiatrist for depression [27:12]
- Can depression be cured, or is it something we learn to live with? [28:42]
- What do we need to do to be better at handling mental health issues? [31:20]

Resources to topics mentioned in this episode:

Gut Health: The Link to Anxiety and Depression?
A Mayo Clinic Doctor’s Advice Part 2: Science-backed Ways to Manage Stress and Anxiety During a Crisis
Managing Stress When Trying to Conceive
Stress and Your Endocannabinoid System (ECS)
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline / 800-273-8255
Text “HELLO” to the Crisis Text Line at 741741.
Men: You’re Stressed. And It’s Okay To Do Something About It

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Wednesday Jul 28, 2021

All About Anxiety and Depression Pt. 1

Wednesday Jul 28, 2021

In part one of this two-part series, Dr. Rountree and Dr. Lipman dive deep into the topic of anxiety. Learn about the different types of anxiety, how to manage the body’s stress response through meditation, diet, and supplements, and more.

During this episode you’ll learn about:

Anxiety: all-time high? [2:18]
Gut health and anxiety [2:54]
Metabolic issues and anxiety [3:26]
COVID and anxiety [3:51]
Types of anxiety [5:04]
- How anxiety manifests in the body [5:38]
Managing our stress response [6:56]
Anxiety and our body’s survival process [8:23]
- Parasympathetic nervous system [9:42]
- Meditation and breathing practices [10:48]
Movement as a means for meditation [12:01]
- Other ways to meditate [12:39]
Headspace app [14:06]
- Practical meditation [14:44]
- Mantra meditation [15:48]
Nutrients, supplements, and anxiety [19:00]
- GABA and magnesium [19:11]
- Your gut, anxiety, and depression [19:43]
- L-theanine and green tea [21:00]
Acupuncture and anxiety [21:59]
Questions from the community [23:52]
- Is anxiety genetic, caused from deficiencies, a response to an environment or all of the above? [24:00]
  - Epigenetics [25:06]
- Why are so many student athletes anxious? [26:39]
- Advice for those with panic attacks [28:25]
- Does low progesterone play a role in anxiety? [30:30]
  - CBD [32:28]
- How should I know if I need anti-anxiety of antidepressant medication? [34:24]
- Is the world going to be full of shut-ins post-COVID? [36:08]

Resources to topics mentioned in this episode:

Gut Health: The Link to Anxiety and Depression?
A Mayo Clinic Doctor’s Advice Part 2: Science-backed Ways to Manage Stress and Anxiety During a Crisis
Managing Stress When Trying to Conceive
Stress and Your Endocannabinoid System (ECS)
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline / 800-273-8255
Text “HELLO” to the Crisis Text Line at 741741.

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* These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Wednesday Jul 14, 2021

An Unhappy Gut: Understanding Gut Inflammation

Wednesday Jul 14, 2021

An unhealthy gut lining allows bacteria, toxins, and partially digested food to make its way out of your gut and into your body to wreak havoc. This can lead to imbalanced levels of inflammation in the gut, a disruption of normal microbiome balance, and can contribute to food sensitivities. In this episode of the Thorne podcast, we breakdown what causes an unhappy gut and what you can do about it.

During this episode you’ll learn about:

Fasting and your gut [1:18]
Gut and inflammation [1:53]
- The microbiome [2:07]
- Intestinal permeability [2:54]
- Microbiome basics [3:30]
IBS [4:08]
Gut bacteria [5:15]
- Bacteria diversity [7:15]
- Probiotics [8:15]
- Prebiotics [9:18]
Foods that help maintain a healthy inflammatory response [11:22]
NF-Kappa B protein [13:09]
Diet and your body’s inflammatory response [13:48]
Trauma and toxins [16:25]
Questions from the community [18:46]
- Which bacteria contribute to gut inflammation [18:46]
- What is an example of an anti-inflammatory diet? [20:15]
  - Pro-inflammatory foods [21:38]
- Prebiotics or probiotics for gut health? [25:00]
- How can I support my gut [27:10]
- SIBO Testing [27:21]

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Wednesday Jul 07, 2021

NBA’s Josh Hart Talks Basketball, eSports, And Healthy Habits

Wednesday Jul 07, 2021

In a special performance edition of the Thorne Podcast, we’re joined by professional basketball player Josh Hart. Josh joins Joel Totoro, Director of Sports Science to discuss life in the NBA, his passion for eSports, and what basketball and gaming have in common.

Rundown

During this episode you’ll learn about:

Josh Hart of the New Orleans Pelicans [:30]
A look into Josh Hart’s offseason [1:01]
Josh Hart on his training and nutrition [1:41]
- Overcoming bad habits and a sweet tooth [2:10]
- Taking nutrition more seriously [2:29]
- Partnering with Thorne [2:48]
Josh Hart and eSports [3:02]
- Love of competition [3:16]
Engaging in better sleeping habits [4:52]
Applying advantages to both sports and eSports [7:11]
- Esports and basketball [8:11]
Teamwork lessons and applying them to both on the court and gaming [8:44]
Josh’s relationship with his fans [10:30]
- Connecting on a more personal level [11:16]
Questions from the community [13:24]
- What are your game day rituals [13:30]
- How did Covid-19, the NBA Bubble, and the shortened season impact performance for you and the league? [14:11]
- Will people begin to put more emphasis on nutrition and recovery? [15:23]
  - Investing in more recovery programs [15:53]
- What kind of protein do you take and do you have any other supplement recommendations? [16:11]
  - Thorne Whey Protein Isolate and RecoveryPro [16:18]
  - Magnesium [17:42]
- What are you favorite guilty pleasure foods on the road? [18:48]
- What are your favorite meals from your personal chef? [21:04]
  - Eating healthy [22:21]
- What was it like playing in an empty stadium without fan support? [22:56]
- How do you stay focused on the court? [24:01]
- Who have been the biggest mentors and supporters throughout your career? [25:19]
- How is physical therapy going and recovery going? [26:08]
- Other favorite activities besides basketball and gaming [27:14]
- Who is your biggest NBA competition in the eSports world? [27:42]

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Wednesday Jun 30, 2021

Hemp Oil: What It Is & What it Isn’t

Wednesday Jun 30, 2021

Are hemp oil and THC the same thing? Who should take hemp oil? How to choose a hemp oil supplement? In this special episode of the Thorne podcast, the doctors are joined by Dr. Jacqueline Jacques, CMO of CBD Therapeutics, as she answers the most frequently asked questions about hemp oil.

During this episode you’ll learn about:

Jaqueline Jacques, CMO of CB2 Theraputics [2:08]
- Jacques background [2:32]
CB2 Theraputics [3:24]
- Endocannabinoid System [3:30]
Differentiating CBD, Hemp, THC, and other products? [4:01]
- Cannabis [4:30]
- Cannabis vs Hemp [4:50]
- THC [5:15]
Are there individual responses to CBD and CBD products? [6:07]
- Route of administration [7:55]
How to choose CBD/Hemp oil supplement [9:44]
- State regulations [10:20]
- Hemp oil [11:15]
- Choosing from a reputable brand [12:25]
Organic Hemp [13:34]
- Hemp and Bioremediation [14:29]
Smoking vs. oral consumption [15:27]
Laboratory testing [17:20]
- Hemp extraction [17:41]
Who should take hemp oil? [18:18]
The Endocannabinoid system [18:49]
Optimizing your body’s Endocannabinoid system [21:25]
- Diet [22:12]
- Supplementing [22:46]
Can you measure how well your Endocannabinoid system is working? [22:36]
Questions from the community [26:19]
- THC vs. CBD [26:21]
- Any benefit from other cannabinoids such as CBN? [29:52]
  - Delta 8 THC [32:48]
- Is CBD addictive and can hemp cause you to fail a drug test? [34:30]
  - Toxicity [36:15]
  - Cannabis dependence [37:05]
  - Hemp oil and drug testing [38:15]

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Wednesday Jun 16, 2021

Why NSF Certified for Sport® Supplements Are Important for All Athletes

Wednesday Jun 16, 2021

In this special performance edition of the Thorne podcast, Brian Jordan, technical manager for the NSF Certified for Sport® program, explains the importance of NSF Certified for Sport products and why they are not just for the pros – they are for everyone.

During this episode you’ll learn about:

Brian Jordan background in sports science [1:10]
- MLB [2:54]
- Mitchel Report [3:10]
- Dietary supplements in the MLB [4:02]
Supplements and athlete safety [4:49]
- NSF Certified for Sport® program [5:31]
- Evolution of nutritional supplement regulations [6:21]
Positive tests from contamination [7:45]
Russian doping scandal and keeping athletes safe [9:52]
- Athlete education [11:10]
NSF Certified for Sport® certification [11:58]
- Certification process [12:20]
- Prohibited substance list [12:59]
NSF science and testing department [13:56]
Testing for heavy metals and other toxins [16:43]
NSF Certified for Sport® for non-athletes [18:35]
- Certification is good for everyone [18:55]
The future of NSF Certified for Sport® and sport supplementation [19:52]
- Impact of the pandemic [20:00]
- Supplement education [20{40]
Questions from the community [22:50]
- What does NSF stand for [22:54]
  - NSF International [23:45]
- Fitness tips or advice [23:59]
  - Start with diet [24:23]
- How does NSF compare to other third-party certifications/labels [25:57]
  - One of the most comprehensive certification programs [26:00]
- If something is certified, is it safe? [27:35]
- What is the strangest thing you’ve found in a product? [29:21]
- How to be sure NSF doesn’t miss anything [30:06]
- NSF and FDA [31:23]
- How important is NSF certification? [33:05]
Learning more about NSF certification [34:41]

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Wednesday Jun 02, 2021

Lifestyle Factors that Lead to High Blood Pressure

Wednesday Jun 02, 2021

Could our modern lifestyles – including the Western diet, too much stress, and too little sleep – be the big reason for rising blood pressure? Find out what Dr. Lipman and Dr. Rountree have to say about what affects blood pressure, hypertension symptoms, and how to maintain a healthy lifestyle for your heart.

During this episode you’ll learn about:

High blood pressure as a lifestyle issue [1:54]
- Modern society and high blood pressure [2:20]
- Influence of western diet [3:05]
Lifestyle factors for high blood pressure [4:08]
Insulin resistance and metabolic syndrome [5:00]
Salt sensitivity [5:47]
Diet and high blood pressure [6:47]
Stress and high blood pressure [7:29]
- Lack of sleep and exercise [8:00]
What to do about high blood pressure [8:36]
- Addressing lifestyle issues [8:48]
Consequences of high blood pressure [10:48]
- Symptoms [11:20]
Measuring blood pressure [12:20]
Supplements [13:30]
- Fish oil [14:48]
- Methyl-Guard [15:08]
- Olive oil and olive leaf [18:08]
Questions for the community [20:00]
- How does blood pressure work? [20:20]
  - Understanding systolic and diastolic numbers [20:30]
  - Hypertension [22:27]
- What to look for if you have high blood pressure [22:48]
- How can I lower blood pressure immediately? [22:43]
- Why is blood pressure called hypertension? [25:12]
- Does blood pressure vary by age? [26:02]
  - Blood pressure going up with age [26:26]
- What is the best kind of yoga for dealing with blood pressure? [27:06]
- Why does anxiety increase blood pressure? [29:11]
  - Stress chemicals [29:20]
- How to maintain healthy blood pressure [31:00]
- Understanding low blood pressure [32:15]

Resources to topics mentioned in this episode:

Nutrition For Healthy Blood Vessel Elasticity

The Benefits of Healthy Blood Vessels

What’s the Connection: Understanding How Weight Affects Blood Fats

Heart Disease Increasing in Young Women

Metabolic Syndrome Guide

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Wednesday May 19, 2021

Cardiovascular Care: Getting to the Heart of the Matter

Wednesday May 19, 2021

From understanding cholesterol levels to heart-healthy diets, Dr. Frank Lipmann and Dr. Robert Rountree share their strategies and lifestyle advice for caring for your heart.

During this episode you’ll learn about:

Rethinking wellness [1:31]
Cardiovascular health [3:15]
- Measuring cholesterol: LDL and HDL [4:00]
- Lipid Panels [4:45]
Good and bad cholesterol [6:30]
Early study of heart disease [7:20]
- Oxidized fat [7:40]
Statins [8:15]
Advanced lipid panel testing [8:57]
Lumbrokinase and other enzymes [12:25]
Carotid Intima Media Thickness CIMT [13:51]
Understanding LDL and HDL [16:06]
Cholesterol and diet [17:12]
- Sugars and carbs [18:20]
Questions from the community [20:41]
- What are the first warning signs of clogged arteries [20:50]
- What causes high cholesterol? [22:58]
  - Cholesterol and your liver [23:00]
- What exercise help support the heart? [24:34]
- Why do healthy people – like marathon runners – have heart problems? [26:20]
- What should I never eat to keep my heart healthy? [27:08]
  - Cigarette smoking [27:26]
  - Sugar and trans fats [27:45]
- What’s the best diet for preventing heart disease? [28:36]
- Difference between cholesterol and insulin levels [30:04]

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