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The Science & Health Benefits of Deliberate Heat Exposure
I describe mechanisms by which deliberate cold exposure can enhance mental health, physical health, and performance. I detail specific protocols to safely engage in deliberate cold exposure, including minimal exposure times, time-of-day effects, determining optimal temperatures, recovery, mindset, and movement during cold exposure. I discuss how co... See more
Andrew Huberman • Using Deliberate Cold Exposure for Health and Performance
The hypothalamus releases the releasing hormone of growth hormones. It is also involved in temperature regulation, which explains the large effect of temperature on growth hormone levels. Heat and therefore sauna can increase the level of growth hormone release. Under high heat, blood vessels dilate, the heart stroke rate increases. Sauna for 20-30... See more
Andrew Huberman • How to Control Your Metabolism by Thyroid & Growth Hormone
Hormesis, one of my favorite biological principles, is the mechanism by which small doses of stress from, say, a tough workout, a good sweat in the sauna, or even temporary calorie restriction (which we call intermittent fasting) can promote more efficient cells and greater long-term health.
Paul Grewal • Genius Foods: Become Smarter, Happier, and More Productive While Protecting Your Brain for Life (Genius Living Book 1)
Try the following exercise: Look at the palm of your hand. Feel it as you look. Now imagine that it is getting warmer. Keep looking and focus on it getting warmer; see the color becoming redder. If you maintain focus on this intention, your palm will in fact grow warm and red. Tibetan Buddhist monks use this simple biofeedback loop (an advanced med
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