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ResourceDr. Will Cole: Insulin Resistance Is Fueling Your Cellular Aging | TUH #308
Brecka interviews functional-medicine practitioner Dr. Will Cole about cellular health and Cole's new book with Dr. Josh Axe. Cole …
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ResourceQ&A: Folic Acid, MTHFR, Vitamin D3 & Testosterone | TUH #299
In a solo Q&A answering his twelve most-asked questions, Brecka clarifies he is a human biologist, not a doctor, recounts his …
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ResourceThe GLP-1 Side Effect Nobody Warns You About | TUH #291
In this short solo episode, Brecka traces the development of GLP-1 weight-loss drugs from single- to dual- to triple-receptor …
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ResourceEverything Women Need to Know About Perimenopause, Menopause & Hormone Therapy Compilation TUH #277
A compilation of three conversations on menopause. OB/GYN Dr. Jessica Shepherd argues perimenopause can begin in the late 30s, is a …
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ResourceDr. Clay Moss: On Metabolic Health, Insulin Resistance, Peptides, & Sleep Hygiene | TUH #267
Brecka interviews functional medicine physician Dr. Clay Moss about metabolic health as, in Moss's framing, the root of most chronic …
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ResourceBryony Deery: Postpartum Recovery, Hormone Crashes, Birth Preparation & Pregnancy Fitness | TUH #255
Fitness instructor Bryony Deery returns to discuss pregnancy and postpartum life: switching from a planned cesarean to a vaginal …
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ResourceHow to Balance Female Hormones Naturally: Blood Sugar, Estrogen & Cortisol | TUH #250
In this short solo episode, Brecka argues that female hormone symptoms reflect signals from blood sugar, estrogen clearance, …
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ResourceAnders Corbett: On “Crafting” Your Gut Microbiome, Probiotics, and Hormone Optimization | TUH #233
Brecka interviews Anders (Andrew) Corbett, who claims the gut microbiome can be deliberately 'crafted' — sequencing a person's own …
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ResourceMenopause: Symptoms, Hormones, Tests & Solutions with Sage Workinger-Brecka & Gary Brecka | TUH #227
In a vulnerable episode with his wife Sage, Brecka walks through her perimenopause and menopause journey, which began in her …
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ResourceThe 3 Hormones Controlling Your Stress, Cravings & Energy (Cortisol, Leptin, Ghrelin)
A one-minute introductory clip in which Brecka sets up cortisol, leptin and ghrelin as the three hormones governing stress, cravings …
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ResourceThese 3 Hormones Control Everything About Your Weight and Stress! | TUH #220
Brecka explains three hormones he says govern stress, weight and appetite: cortisol, leptin and ghrelin. He argues acute cortisol is …
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ResourceGLP-1 Spikes Higher With This Simple Upgrade
A one-minute short in which Brecka claims a study found meals eaten with hydrogen-rich water produced a significantly higher GLP-1 …
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ResourceDr. Vonda Wright: On Menopause, Women’s Hormone Therapy, and Perimenopause Symptoms | TUH #215
Recorded in Riyadh, Brecka interviews orthopaedic surgeon Dr. Vonda Wright about menopause, perimenopause and women's hormone …
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ResourceCynthia Thurlow: On Women’s Health, Intermittent Fasting, Protein Intake & Hormone Therapy |TUH #207
Brecka interviews nurse practitioner Cynthia Thurlow on women's health, intermittent fasting and hormones across menstruating, …
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ResourceQ&A with Gary: Parasites, Mold Toxicity, Folic Acid, & Testosterone Boost | TUH #162
In a short Q&A, Brecka answers questions on parasites, mold toxicity, folic acid and testosterone. He argues folic acid is not toxic …
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ResourceMetabolic Health Starts in the Gut and Brain | Dr. Will Cole
A short clip with Dr. Will Cole on metabolic health. Cole claims the vast majority of Americans are metabolically unhealthy in some …
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ResourceDr. Austin Lake: Women’s Health - Birth Control, Hormones, Sleep & Nutrients | TUH #145
Brecka interviews Dr. Austin Lake on women's health, focusing on birth control, ovulation, hormones and fertility. Lake argues that …
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ResourceDr. Tyna Moore: The TRUTH About Metabolic Health Nobody Is Talking About | TUH #109
Brecka interviews naturopathic doctor and chiropractor Dr Tyna Moore, who argues metabolic dysfunction is the root cause of …
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ResourceDr. Josh Axe: How to Boost Testosterone and Heal Nutrient Deficiencies Naturally | TUH #071
Brecka interviews Dr Josh Axe on testosterone, nutrient deficiencies and natural approaches to hormone health. Axe argues every drug …
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ResourceQ&A: Fasting Dos & Don’ts, Increasing Testosterone, & Better Sleep | TUH #062
In a Q&A short, Brecka answers audience questions on fasting, testosterone, sleep and everyday drinks. He discusses sparkling water …
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ResourceAnitta: Endometriosis Battle, Biohacking Hormones and 3 Bedroom Mistakes Guys Make | TUH #048
Brecka interviews Brazilian superstar Anitta about her career, fame and health journey, centred on her struggle with endometriosis …
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ResourceHyperthyroidism: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatments For An Overactive Thyroid | TUH #047
Brecka presents an overview of hyperthyroidism — an overactive thyroid producing excess hormone — covering symptoms such as weight …
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ResourcePaul Saladino, MD: Quits A 100% Carnivore Diet, Cholesterol Impacts and Value of Insulin | TUH #044
Brecka interviews physician Paul Saladino about his evolution from raw veganism, to strict carnivore eating, to a more flexible …
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ResourceDr. Carrie Carda MD: How to Balance Women’s Hormones Naturally, A Guide to Fertility & Menopause
Brecka and his wife Sage interview OB-GYN and regenerative physician Dr. Carrie Carda about women's hormones, fertility and …
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