All About Adaptogens: Types, Benefits, and Uses

Just how regular is a regular menstrual cycle? And when is the best time to get pregnant? Dr. Amy Divaraniya, CEO and founder of Oova, a women’s health and fertility hormone testing company, explains how a woman’s menstrual cycle is more than her period. During this episode you’ll learn about: Amy Divaraniya, CEO and founder of Oova [0:58] The data missing from the field of women’s health [2:08] What is an irregular menstrual cycle? What is a regular menstrual cycle? [2:39] How does the body known when to menstruate? The menstrual cycle explained [4:57] What Oova measures during the menstrual cycle [8:05] What is PCOS? What does Oova’s data tells us about women with PCOS? [9:05] How data tracking helps us understand PMS [12:39] What disrupts a menstrual cycle? [14:38] Health data vs. actionable health data [16:36] Questions from the community Do women’s menstrual cycles synchronize when living together? [19:30] Why does cycle length change every month? How does stress delay a period? [20:36] Can we predict how many menstrual cycles a woman will have in her lifetime? [22:10] Why do some girls start having periods earlier than others? Does an early puberty mean early menopause? [22:57] What’s the best age to get pregnant? [24:30] What long-term effects do oral contraceptives have on menstruation? [27:58] Can you have sex during your period? [31:14] Resources to topics mentioned in this episode: Learn about Oova at life or follow @oovalife on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook Ensure a Harmonious Cycle: What to do Before, During, and After Your Period Why is Exercise So Difficult the Week Before My Menstrual Cycle? 6 Women's Health Allies to Support You During Every Life Phase How Lifestyle and Environmental Factors Contribute to PMS 12 Biomarkers that Impact Your Fertility Am I in Menopause? 9 Factors That You Didn’t Know Can Affect Fertility Meet the Sex Hormones and Their Role in Your Health A Lifetime of Balanced Nutrition Advice for Women From the podcast archives: Rethinking Women’s Fertility with OOVA; A Guide to Your Hormone Health with Dr. Holthouse Part 1 and Part 2; Hormones and Your Health Products mentioned in this episode: Fertility Test, Stress Test, Sleep Test, Menopause Test, Ovarian Care Subscribe to More Content Subscribe to the show wherever you listen to podcasts so you never miss an episode. You can also learn more about the topics in the episode by checking out the latest news, videos, and stories on Thorne’s Take 5 Daily blog.

What are adaptogens? These substances, which can be botanicals, mushrooms, or certain vitamins, help the body “adapt” to stressors and maintain homeostasis. Dr. Amanda Frick joins host Dr. Robert Rountree to discuss the uses and benefits of their favorite adaptogens, like ginseng, ashwagandha, lion’s mane, and cordyceps.  During this episode you’ll learn about:  1. What are adaptogens? How adaptogens help your body “adapt” [1:35]  Botanical examples of adaptogens [3:38]  Research on adaptogens [4:33]  2. How do adaptogens support homeostasis? [7:17]  3. Use of adaptogens in functional medicine [8:39]  4. Dr. Amanda Frick’s and Dr. Robert Rountree’s favorite adaptogens and their uses [11:22]  What determines good quality ginseng? What are ginsenosides? [13:17]   Is Cordyceps vegan? Cordyceps for adrenal or immune support [16:13]  Lion’s mane and medicinal mushrooms [17:47]  5. Questions from the community  What is the most powerful adaptogen? [22:37]  How long can you be on an adaptogenic supplement? [24:27] Can women take adaptogens while pregnant or nursing? [26:01] Adaptogens can have a stimulating or energizing effect. Can adaptogens be calming? [26:30] Can you overdose on adaptogens? [27:46] What adaptogenic supplements does Thorne offer? [29:30] What’s the difference between adaptogens and nootropics? [31:25] How does the body know what to do with the active components in adaptogens? [33:07] Are mushrooms adaptogenic? [35:19] What’s the best time of day to take an adaptogen? [37:39]  Resources to topics mentioned in this episode:  What Are Adaptogens and Why Should You Care?  How Stress Affects the Body  Rhodiola Extract: Benefits and Uses of This Powerful Adaptogen  Are Your Stress Levels Under Control?  Medicinal Mushrooms – Immune Support and a Lot More  How Mushrooms Benefit Athletic Performance and Optimal Wellness  Meet the Greens, from Ashwagandha to Zinc: Part 1 – Greens and Adaptogens and Part 2 – Mushrooms, Antioxidants, and More  Eleuthero: A Botanical that Supports Your Vitality  Ashwagandha: Know Your Suppliers  What Is A Nootropic and Where Do Nootropics Come From?  Top 10 Nootropic Supplements  From the podcast archives:   Medicinal Mushrooms – A ‘Missing Dietary Link’?  The Medicine Hunter Talks Ashwagandha  How the Stress Test Works: Results and Insights  Navigating the Science Behind Botanical Extracts  Products mentioned in this episode: Daily Greens Plus, Rhodiola, Stress Test, Pre-Workout Elite, Creatine, Beta Alanine-SR, Stress Balance, Craving and Stress Support, Curcumin Phytosome  Subscribe to More Content   Subscribe to the show wherever you listen to podcasts so you never miss an episode. You can also learn more about the topics in the episode by checking out the latest news, videos, and stories on Thorne’s Take 5 Daily blog. 

In this Performance Edition of The Thorne Podcast, Team Liquid’s Steve Arhancet and Caleb Anderson explore how the esports gaming franchise evolved into an international organization, and why Team Liquid trusts Thorne to support its athletes’ physical fitness and mental endurance online and off. During this episode you’ll learn about: This week’s guests: Team Liquid’s Steve Arhancet, Co-CEO, and Caleb Anderson, Senior Director of Global Partnerships [0:31] Team Liquid’s origins and mission as an athletic esports franchise [1:31] Building Team Liquid’s partnerships through brand-value alignment [5:32] How Team Liquid turned gaming into an athletic enterprise with a focus on human health Team Liquid’s shift from video games as entertainment to serious competition [7:07] Why Team Liquid trusts Thorne for science-backed supplements [11:53] Building the Thorne x Team Liquid partnership: Caleb Anderson’s Thorne journey [14:43] Questions from the community What does diversity look like in esports? How is Team Liquid leading the way with its inclusivity practices? [19:35] How does Team Liquid support its players’ physical and mental health? [24:16] With players on three continents, how does Team Liquid manage its organization? [28:57] What advancements in esports technology can we expect in the next five to 10 years? [32:36] Resources to topics mentioned in this episode: Learn more at Thorne’s partnership with Team Liquid. Visit Team Liquid.com or follow Team Liquid on Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, and TikTok. Brain Games: A Primer On Nutrition And Supplementation For Esports Athletes Thorne and Team Liquid Announce Partnership for Esports Product Quality: Thorne's Defining Characteristic Fish Oil Frequently Asked Questions How Does Methylation Affect Fertility? Lights Out! 5 Ways You Might Be Sabotaging Your Sleep Quality The Close Connection Between Your Gut Health and Sleep Quality Caffeine and Heart Health: A Benefit or a Risk? How to Tell if You Have Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: What Does Carpal Tunnel Feel Like? From the podcast archives: How to Coach Healthy Habits to Esports Athletes; The Gamer's Diet, with Dietitian Casey Thomas Products mentioned in this episode: Methyl-Guard®; Fish Oil; Sleep Support; Weight Management Test; Weight Management Bundle; Fertility Test; Fertility Bundle Subscribe to More Content Subscribe to the show wherever you listen to podcasts so you never miss an episode. You can also learn more about the topics in the episode by checking out the latest news, videos, and stories on Thorne’s Take 5 Daily blog.

Join us as we celebrate Thorne’s 40th anniversary! Dr. Kathi Head, Executive Director of Medical Media and a 27-year veteran of Thorne, and host Dr. Robert Rountree discuss Thorne’s evolution and the key innovations and partnerships that made Thorne the most-trusted name in scientific wellness. During this episode you’ll learn about: This week’s guest: Dr. Kathi Head, ND, Thorne’s Executive Director of Medical Media and a 27-year veteran of Thorne [0:54] Formulating the Thorne way since 1984 [4:06] The problem with magnesium stearate [5:44] Refusing to use unnecessary fillers [7:10] Why Thorne uses capsules vs. tablets for superior absorption [9:06] Thorne’s partnership with Indena S.p.A. on phytosome technology for botanical extracts [11:32] The big picture: Thorne’s evolution into home testing and sports performance [15:58] Certification from NSF as a sign of Thorne’s quality [17:57] Questions from the community After 40 years, is Thorne the supplement industry’s best-kept secret? How is Thorne marketing itself to wider audiences? [22:04] What is Thorne’s “No List” and how has it changed over time? [25:53] What are Thorne’s quality control measures? [27:46] What are some of the biggest challenges Thorne faces? [30:33] Resources to topics mentioned in this episode: Check out Kathi Head’s articles on Thorne’s Take 5 Daily online magazine Thorne Leadership Reflects on 40 Years of Thorne The Evolution of the Thorne Brand Product Quality: Thorne's Defining Characteristic Presenting: Thorne HealthTech, a New Era for Data-Driven Wellness Quality Through Manufacturing the Thorne Way Certification by NSF International Explained and What Certification Means For You The Thorne 'No List' 'No List': Ingredients Never Found in a Thorne Product Thorne's 'No List': What Makes These Ingredients Unacceptable? What Happens When Our 'No List' and 'Yes List' Disagree Here's Why Your Favorite Thorne Products Are Sometimes Discontinued or Out of Stock Products mentioned in this episode: Vitamin D, Pancreatic Enzymes, Beta Alanine-SR, Gut Health Test, Whey Protein Isolate, Quercetin Phytosome, Curcumin Phytosome, Boswellia Phytosome, Green Tea Phytosome, Grape Seed Extract, Berberine, CoQ10 Subscribe to More Content Subscribe to the show wherever you listen to podcasts so you never miss an episode. You can also learn more about the topics in the episode by checking out the latest news, videos, and stories on Thorne’s Take 5 Daily blog.      

In part one of this two-part series, Dr. Robert Rountree and Dr. Frank Lipman explore 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. Note: This episode originally aired in July 2022. In part one of this two-part series, Dr. Robert Rountree and Dr. Frank 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. 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. Listen to Part 2 of our conversation here. 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: Text “HELLO” to the Crisis Text Line at 741741. Suicide & Crisis Lifeline / 988 Gut Health: The Link to Anxiety and Depression? Mayo Clinic: Improve Your Well-being – Add Biophilic Design Elements to Your Living Space Research Extracts: How Men and Women Experienced Anxiety Differently During the Pandemic Research Extracts: Chocolate and Depression | Pollution and Brain Tumors | Sleep and Anxiety | Fish and Weight A Mayo Clinic Doctor’s Advice: Science-backed Ways to Manage Stress and Anxiety During a Crisis Anxious or Depressed? Focus On These Micronutrient Blood Levels The Impact of Exercise on Mental Health Managing Stress When Trying to Conceive Stress and Your Endocannabinoid System (ECS) From the podcast archives: All About Anxiety and Depression Part 2; Gut Check: How Your Gut Influences Whole-Body Health Subscribe to More Content Subscribe to the show wherever you listen to podcasts so you never miss an episode. You can also learn more about the topics in the episode by checking out the latest news, videos, and stories on Thorne’s Take 5 Daily blog.

Dr. Robert Rountree and Dr. Amanda Frick took Thorne’s at-home Weight Management Test, and the results are in! Listen here or watch on YouTube to follow along as they explain how the test works, what it measures, and how to interpret their personal test results for better health. Watch Amanda Frick and Dr. Robert Rountree go over their results. During this episode you’ll learn about: Thorne’s Weight Management Test: What is it? [1:33] Different collection processes for men and women [03:10] Tips for the finger prick and blood spot collection step [4:19] Tips for the saliva sample collection step [5:14] Who may benefit from Thorne’s Weight Management Test? What hormones does it measure? [7:20] How follow-up testing can support weight management goals [10:18] What patients taking weight-loss drugs may learn from Thorne’s at-home tests [11:19] Amanda Frick’s Weight Management Test results and analysis [14:44] Low progesterone meaning [17:01] DHEA hormone levels [19:26] Cortisol, hemoglobin A1C, and vitamin D measurements [21:33] Frick’s diet, lifestyle, and supplement recommendations [26:47] Robert Rountree’s Weight Management Test results and analysis [30:53] High cortisol levels and difficulty falling asleep [35:02] Weight management diet recommendations [38:33] Resources to topics mentioned in this episode: Watch Amanda Frick and Dr. Robert Rountree go over their results. Five Strategies for Healthy Weight Management At-Home Weight Management Test 10 Tips for a Summer Weight Management Program Can a Probiotic Help You with Weight Management? Mayo Clinic: Manage Your Weight with Mindful Eating Stress and Weight Gain: What’s the Connection? 20 Surprising Things that Can Affect Your Weight 8 Questions About Menopause: Everything You Need to Know Meet the Sex Hormones and Their Role in Your Health Understanding High Cortisol Levels: Symptoms, Causes, and Regulation What is a Modified Mediterranean Diet? Preventing Metabolic Syndrome with Diet: What the Research Tells Us What is the Ketogenic Diet? Fish Oil Frequently Asked Questions From the podcast archives: Thorne’s At-Home Health Test Demonstration Series with Dr. Amanda Frick How the Stress Test Works: Results and Insights The Thyroid Test: What to Expect and How It Works What Do My Sleep Test Results Mean? How to Digest Your Gut Health Test Results Weight Management Series Episode 1: Diet Episode 2: Exercise Episode 3: Lifestyle Episode 4: Supplements Episode 5: Listener’s Questions Products mentioned in this episode: Weight Management Test, Weight Management Bundle, Meta-Balance™, Phosphatidylserine (formerly Iso-Phos), FloraMend Prime Probiotic®, Super EPA, Crucera-SGS® Other health test kits from Thorne: Biological Age Health Panel, Vitamin D Test, Stress Test, Thyroid Test Subscribe to More Content Subscribe to the show wherever you listen to podcasts so you never miss an episode. You can also learn more about the topics in the episode by checking out the latest news, videos, and stories on Thorne’s Take 5 Daily blog.    

Note: This episode originally aired in June 2021. There’s no magic pill or quick-fix diet for weight loss. Rather, maintaining healthy weight comes from a series of healthy lifestyle changes one makes that create meaningful and lasting change. In this episode of The Thorne Podcast, Drs. Frank Lipman and Robert Rountree explain the science effective of weight management, including underlying causes, weight management strategies, supplements, and common weight loss myths. During this episode you’ll learn about: 1. Weight management introduction [2:00] · Unhealthy diets [2:35] · Hormonal response to foods [2:44] 2. Lifestyle diets [3:14] · Paleo [3:19] · Low-carb [3:40] 3. Weight and lifestyle factors [4:00] · Cortisol and weight [4:15] 4. Creating a lifestyle around healthy weight [5:00] 5. Intermittent Fasting [6:27] · How many hours to fast [6:59] · Calorie restriction and stress [8:00] 6. Hormesis or hormetic stress [8:35] · Stimulating metabolism [10:30] 7. Microbiome and weight [12:05] · Can altered microbiome cause weight gain? [13:28] · Ingredients that alter our microbes [13:36] 8. Weight management and supplements [14:00] · Berberine [14:27] · Green tea [15:05] 9. Weight gain is your body telling you something is not working [15:20] · Diet, stress, and other causes [15:30] 10. Mainstream weight loss: too much focus on calories in / calories out [16:20] 11. Detoxification [16:45] · Supporting the body’s detox system [18:34] · Supplements and detoxification [18:43] 12. Questions from the community [20:48] · Why do contestants on “The Biggest Loser” regain their weight after the competition? [20:51] · How can I support healthy metabolism? [23:29] · Are all overweight people diabetic? [25:25] · Weight stigma and healthcare providers [27:08] · Weight and thyroid [28:18] · Are popular diets safe? Many look like eating disorders? [30:02] · How can I improve my health regardless of weight? [32:03] Resources to topics mentioned in this episode:   Five Strategies for Healthy Weight Management  The Six Best Supplements for Healthy Weight According to a Registered Dietician  At-Home Weight Management Test  10 Tips for a Summer Weight Management Program  Can a Probiotic Help You with Weight Management?  Manage Your Weight with Mindful Eating  Stress and Weight Gain: What’s the Connection?  Weight Management Tips While Working from Home  20 Surprising Things that Can Affect Your Weight  How Does Your Weight Affect Your Immune Health?  Is Intermittent Fasting Right For You?  Thorne’s Weight Management Program Wellness Guide  From the podcast archives: Weight Management Series – Episode 1: Diet, Episode 2: Exercise, Episode 3: Lifestyle, Episode 4: Supplements, Episode 5: Listener’s Questions; What's Wrong With the Standard American Diet  Products related to this episode: Weight Management Test  Subscribe To More Content Subscribe to the show wherever you listen to podcasts so you never miss an episode. You can also learn more about the topics in the episode by checking out the latest news, videos, and stories on Thorne’s Take 5 Daily blog. * 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.

Note: This episode originally aired in January 2023.   Tune in this week as special guest, Dr. Leroy Hood, an accomplished scientist best known for his integral work on the Human Genome Project, discusses data-driven analysis of chronic diseases and how our genomes may be able to provide individualized health recommendations in the future. During this episode you’ll learn about:   1. Dr. Leroy “Lee” Hood, MD, PhD, a world-renowned scientist in human genomics, cancer research, Alzheimer’s research, co-founder of the Institute of Systems Biology (ISB), and whose research allowed for the completion of the Human Genome Project [0:50]  2. Dr. Hood’s personal life and early scientific background [1:27]  3. Dr. Hood’s famous Caltech professors and what they taught him [7:03]  4. The systems biology approach of applying data taken over time to the body’s networks [9:33]  5. Using a digital twin system to forecast Alzheimer’s disease and make recommendations [13:25]  6. How blood samples taken years before a disease diagnosis present an opportunity [16:44]  7. What’s the future of DNA sequencing for disease susceptibility? [19:31]  8. Questions from the community [24:02]  How did the Human Genome Project change the everyday person’s life? [24:09] Is cancer becoming more common, or are we getting better at detecting it? [27:49] Could the CRISPR technique/ genome engineering help extend the human lifespan? [31:49]  Resources to topics mentioned in this episode:   Learn more about Dr. Hood’s work at the Institute for Systems Biology (ISB)  The Age of Scientific Wellness – How to Reshape the Future of Personalized Medicine with Data and Artificial Intelligence  The AI Revolution in Personalized Health Care, with Nathan Price, Chief Scientific Officer  Three Science-Backed Lifestyle Changes to Lower Your Dementia Risk  How Chronic Inflammation Contributes to Disease and What You Can Do About It  Mayo Clinic: Exploring the Connections Between the Microbiome, Health, and Disease  How Plant Based Foods Help Fight Cancer  Eight Nutrients for Brain Health  Our Newest Health Panels – Advanced and Essential Data from a Basic Blood Draw  What Can a Microbiome Test Tell You That a Genetic Test Can’t?  Will Exercise Extend Your Lifespan?  From the podcast archives: How to Solve an Age-Old Problem, with Dr. Lee Hood, Using AI to Advance Scientific Wellness    Products mentioned in this episode: Advanced Health Panel, Biological Age Health Panel, Essential Health Panel  Subscribe To More Content   Subscribe to the show wherever you listen to podcasts so you never miss an episode. You can also learn more about the topics in the episode by checking out the latest news, videos, and stories on Thorne’s Take 5 Daily blog.  * 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. 

Mushrooms – they’re not just a pizza topping! From shiitake and reishi to turkey tail and cordyceps, fungi have a variety of benefits. Jeff Chilton of Nammex talks about the nutrient profile of his favorite mushrooms and how to choose the best mushroom supplements. During this episode you’ll learn about: Jeff Chilton, founder of Nammex mushroom extracts [1:36] Mushrooms as food vs. mushrooms as medicine [4:27] Eastern traditions of culinary and medicinal mushrooms [6:51] Beta-glucans and other dietary properties of mushrooms [8:28] What is a mushroom? How do mushrooms grown? [11:44] Are all mushroom extracts produced the same? [14:20] How are mushroom supplements regulated by the FDA? [16:42] Why are some medicinal mushrooms so expensive? [21:36] Wildcraft vs. cultivated mushrooms [25:29] Questions from the community What should a consumer look for when choosing a mushroom-based supplement? [30:06] Which mushrooms are best for the immune system? [31:06] How are mushrooms cultivated? Is mushroom cultivation sustainable? [33:42] With so many medicinal mushroom types out there, what’s the best mushroom to try first? [41:22] Resources to topics mentioned in this episode: Learn more about Jeff Chilton’s work at com and at RealMushrooms.com Medicinal Mushrooms – Immune Support and a Lot More How Mushrooms Benefit Athletic Performance and Optimal Wellness Meet the Greens, from Ashwagandha to Zinc: Mushrooms, Antioxidants, and More What Are Adaptogens and Why Should You Care? Meet the Botanicals in Pre-Workout Elite Research Extracts: Lion’s Mane Mushroom for Cognitive and Stress Support From the podcast archives: Food as Medicine, with Trifecta's Greg Connolly Products mentioned in this episode: Myco-Immune, Daily Greens Plus, Pre-Workout Elite, VeganPro Complex® – Chocolate, VeganPro Complex® – Vanilla Subscribe to More Content Subscribe to the show wherever you listen to podcasts so you never miss an episode. You can also learn more about the topics in the episode by checking out the latest news, videos, and stories on Thorne’s Take 5 Daily blog.

Note: This episode originally aired in October 2022.   Dr. Chris Mason, professor at Weill Cornell Medicine, as he tells the story of his collaboration with NASA on the famous Twins Study and its implications for the future of human health, genetics, and interplanetary travel.   During this episode you’ll learn about:   1. Dr. Chris Mason, professor of Physiology and Biophysics at Weill Cornell Medicine [00:00:53] 2. Dr. Mason’s first research mission with NASA [3:48]  How space and gravity affected astronaut Scott Kelly [4:28]  What is genetic malleability? [8:54]  3. How many genes do humans have? [10:14]  The cost to test a whole genome [12:39]  4. Thorne’s Biological Age Test, modifying your own genetic expression with lifestyle changes [16:01]  5. Concern over the scientific possibility of altering genetic expression with technology [18:52]  6. Questions from the community [23:38]  How sterile are the inside of spaceships, and is there such thing as being “too clean” for astronauts? [23:45]  Is space itself sterile? [26:03]  What TV show most accurately depicts life in space? Space nutrition? [27:11]  Do people age at different rates because they’re in space, and can supplements impact how people age? [29:51]  When are humans going to Mars, and how will we get our nutrition there? [34:24]  What has the space program taught us about the value of supplements? Do astronauts take them now? [35:46]   Are astronauts getting less nutrition from the dehydrated foods they eat? [36:53]  Will humans find a mineral in space that could someday be used for human health? [38:07]  Is there intelligent life out in space? [39:27]  Resources to topics mentioned in this episode:   GENCODE  One Giant Leap: What Space Travel Has Taught Us About Health on Earth  Research Extracts: NASA’s Twins Study | PCOS and Microbiome | Blueberries for Pain Reduction  How Does Thorne’s Biological Age Test Work?  What’s Your Actual Age? Chronological vs. Biological Age  Assess Your Biological Age With Thorne's Biological Age Health Panel  Why It’s Important to Take Methylate While Taking Nicotinamide Riboside  What Can a Microbiome Test Tell You That a Genetic Test Can’t?  From the podcast archive:   Onegevity with Joel Dudley and Chris Mason  What You’ll Learn From Biological Age Testing  How to Solve an Age-Old Problem, with Dr. Lee Hood  Products mentioned in this episode: Biological Age Health Panel, FloraMend Prime Probiotic®, Prebiotic +, Niacel® 400, Gut Health Test with Microbiome Wipe  Subscribe To More Content   Make sure to never miss an episode by subscribing to the show on your podcast app. You can also learn more about what we talked about by visiting Thorne.com and checking out the latest news, videos, and stories on Thorne’s Take 5 Daily blog.  * 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.