You've learned about cold exposure, so let's bring on the heat! This week we're discussing the multitude of benefits that come with heat exposure and sweating. You will about the powerhouse of hormetic heat stress, called heat shock proteins, and the many ways that heat can optimize your health, metabolic function and longevity. We discuss the differences between traditional and infrared saunas, and ways to get exposure if you can't get to a sauna!SHOW NOTES: 0:42 Welcome to the show!3:00 Our natural healing capability3:50 Why do we need heat exposure?4:48 The Burger King sauna56:27 The benefit of “heat shock proteins”9:15 HSP-70 for longevity9:51 STUDY: reduction in all-cause mortality10:36 How does it detoxify us?12:33 Niacin/Sauna Protocol14:32 Benefits on Athletic Performance17:20 Cardiovascular health19:48 STUDY: hs-CRP with consistent sauna use23:13 *Three Spirit Ad*22:15 The importance of consistency24:05 Cognitive Function & Neurogenesis26:28 Does is help with weight loss?27:00 STUDY: calories burned in a session28:05 Glucose & Insulin Regulation30:02 Neurotransmitter rebalancing32:27 Ways to get heat exposure34:53 Near-infrared light in nature38:57 What if you don’t have access to a sauna?41:29 Key takeaways for heat exposure45:20 Contraindications for heat46:07 Thanks for tuning in!RESOURCES: Rhonda Patrick - ResourcesHigherDOSE blanketShower filterDIY Sauna at-homeFICS NYC Infrared Sauna (NYC) Code: BIOHACKERBABESThree Spirit DrinksSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/biohacker-babes-podcast/donations