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The Benefits of Cold and Heat Therapy for Performance with Dr Susanna S berg
Key Takeaways
Cold exposure and heat therapy are gaining popularity for their health and performance benefits.
Dr. Susanna Soberg is a leading expert on the effects of cold and heat on human health.
Cold exposure activates brown fat, which can help with metabolism and insulin sensitivity.
Cold therapy can improve mental health by resetting neurotransmitters and reducing stress.
Heat therapy, including infrared saunas, has its own set of benefits for skin and muscle health.
Combining hot and cold therapies can provide synergistic effects for overall health.
Research indicates that cold exposure may help manage blood glucose levels, potentially benefiting those with diabetes.
2016
Year Dr. Soberg began her research on cold and heat exposure.
2017
Year Dr. Soberg published her master thesis on type 2 diabetes.
Introduction to Cold and Heat Therapy
Overview of cold exposure and heat therapy trends.
Introduction of Dr. Susanna Soberg and her expertise.
Brown Fat and Metabolism
Explanation of brown fat and its role in energy expenditure.
How cold exposure activates brown fat through noradrenaline.
Benefits of Cold Exposure
Cold therapy's effects on mood and mental health.
Potential benefits for insulin sensitivity and glucose management.
Heat Therapy
Benefits of heat exposure, including skin health and muscle recovery.
Discussion on infrared saunas and their therapeutic effects.
Synergistic Effects of Hot and Cold Therapy
Combining hot and cold therapies for enhanced health benefits.
The importance of balancing physical and mental health.
Notable Quotes
"Cold exposure is nothing short of a life-changing modality."
"The worries don't survive these kind of exposures to cold."
"When you expose the whole body to cold water, you activate all the cells in your body."