DrTalks Podcast

The Chill Factor: Cold Exposure and Insulin Sensitivity


Listen Later

Thomas P. Seager, PhD, discusses the fascinating science behind deliberate cold exposure and its profound benefits for metabolic health. He explains how cold therapy can activate brown fat, which plays a crucial role in insulin sensitivity and energy conversion.

Stimulating the body’s mitochondria through cold exposure improves metabolism, making it a promising technique for managing and even reversing diabetes. 

Dr. Seager shares compelling evolutionary insights into why humans are biologically adapted to cold environments and how this natural adaptation can be leveraged to improve health outcomes today. He emphasizes the importance of safety and proper technique when starting cold therapy. He also shares practical protocols and encourages individuals to begin with short, manageable sessions of cold exposure, such as ice baths or cold showers. 

The results can be remarkable, with many people experiencing significant metabolic improvements and even the reversal of prediabetes. This powerful health strategy, accessible to almost everyone, offers an exciting way to take control of one’s metabolic health and prevent the progression of chronic conditions.

...more
View all episodesView all episodes
Download on the App Store

DrTalks PodcastBy DrTalks

  • 4.7
  • 4.7
  • 4.7
  • 4.7
  • 4.7

4.7

6 ratings


More shows like DrTalks Podcast

View all
The Human Upgrade: Biohacking for Longevity & Performance by Dave Asprey

The Human Upgrade: Biohacking for Longevity & Performance

7,241 Listeners

The Energy Blueprint Podcast by Ari Whitten

The Energy Blueprint Podcast

726 Listeners

Heart Doc VIP with Dr. Joel Kahn by Dr. Joel Kahn

Heart Doc VIP with Dr. Joel Kahn

491 Listeners

The Exam Room by the Physicians Committee by Physicians Committee

The Exam Room by the Physicians Committee

3,409 Listeners

Dr. Berg’s Healthy Keto and Intermittent Fasting Podcast by Dr. Eric Berg

Dr. Berg’s Healthy Keto and Intermittent Fasting Podcast

1,729 Listeners

Energized with Dr. Mariza by Dr. Mariza Snyder

Energized with Dr. Mariza

1,002 Listeners

The Proof with Simon Hill by Live better for longer

The Proof with Simon Hill

2,637 Listeners

Dhru Purohit Show by Dhru Purohit

Dhru Purohit Show

3,503 Listeners

The Dr. Hyman Show by Dr. Mark Hyman

The Dr. Hyman Show

9,301 Listeners

The Peter Attia Drive by Peter Attia, MD

The Peter Attia Drive

8,643 Listeners

The Dr. Gundry Podcast by PodcastOne

The Dr. Gundry Podcast

1,812 Listeners

Everyday Wellness: Midlife Hormones, Menopause, and Science for Women 35+ by Everyday Wellness™

Everyday Wellness: Midlife Hormones, Menopause, and Science for Women 35+

172 Listeners

Dr. Jockers Functional Nutrition by Dr. Jockers

Dr. Jockers Functional Nutrition

850 Listeners

The Root Cause Medicine Podcast by Rupa Health

The Root Cause Medicine Podcast

573 Listeners

The Dr. Gabrielle Lyon Show by Dr. Gabrielle Lyon

The Dr. Gabrielle Lyon Show

1,262 Listeners