The Thorne Podcast

During this episode you’ll learn about: 1. This week’s topic: Sleep – why we need it and how to prepare for a good night’s rest [1:34] * The sleep cycle: Differences between REM and non-REM sleep stages [5:35] * Why do we need REM sleep? [8:54] 2. Common causes of sleep disruption [9:41] * What causes jet lag? Tips to help reset the circadian rhythm [13:25] * Supplements that help regulate the sleep cycle [15:03] * “Body busy” vs. “brain busy”: How to pinpoint the best strategies for falling asleep [16:44] 3. Questions from the community * What is restless leg syndrome? [21:52] * Why do I feel sleepy in the middle of the day? How can I stay focused? [25:12] * What’s the difference between melatonin and serotonin for sleep? [28:27] * Do sleep supplements cause dependency? [29:40] Resources to topics mentioned in this episode: * What Inspires Us to Innovate, with Mario Roxas, Director of Research and Development [https://www.thorne.com/take-5-daily/article/what-inspires-us-to-innovate] * Can You Disrupt Your Sleep Cycle Without Leaving Home? [https://www.thorne.com/take-5-daily/article/can-you-disrupt-your-sleep-cycle-without-leaving-home] * Lights Out! 5 Ways You Might Be Sabotaging Your Sleep Quality [https://www.thorne.com/take-5-daily/article/dont-sabotage-your-sleep] * Stop Counting Sheep: Here's Why You're Having Trouble Sleeping [https://www.thorne.com/take-5-daily/article/why-are-you-having-trouble-sleeping] * Creating a Routine Around Sleep [https://www.thorne.com/take-5-daily/article/creating-a-routine-around-sleep] * The Importance of Sleep in Athletic Performance [https://www.thorne.com/take-5-daily/article/the-importance-of-sleep-in-athletic-performance] * Mayo Clinic Discusses Healthy Sleeping Habits for Older Adults [https://www.thorne.com/take-5-daily/article/mayo-clinic-weighs-in-on-healthy-sleeping-habits-for-older-adults] * A Good Night’s Sleep: How Magnesium and Other Nutrients Can Help [https://www.thorne.com/take-5-daily/article/why-is-sleep-important-and-what-you-can-do-to-improve-it] * What Do My Sleep Test Results Mean? [https://www.thorne.com/take-5-daily/podcast/what-do-my-sleep-test-results-mean] * The Silent Epidemic of Sleep Deprivation [https://www.thorne.com/take-5-daily/podcast/episode-18-the-silent-epidemic-of-sleep-deprivation] * Tired but Wired: How to Re-Think Sleep [https://www.thorne.com/take-5-daily/podcast/tired-but-wired-how-to-re-think-sleep] Products mentioned in this episode: Magnesium Bisglycinate [https://www.thorne.com/products/dp/magnesium-bisglycinate-m204p], Theanine [https://www.thorne.com/products/dp/theanine], PharmaGABA [https://www.thorne.com/products/dp/pharmagaba-250], Ginseng Plus [https://www.thorne.com/products/dp/ginseng-plus], Phosphatidylserine [https://www.thorne.com/products/dp/iso-phos-reg], Memoractiv [https://www.thorne.com/products/dp/memoractiv-trade] 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 [https://www.thorne.com/take-5-daily].

During this episode you’ll learn about: 1. This week’s guest: Dr. Mario Roxas, ND, Director of Scientific and Medical Affairs at Thorne [0:57] 2. Travel’s effects on the body, from jet lag to immune challenges [2:10] * Roxas’ top 3 supplements for travel [3:51] 3. Common health challenges from travel [6:21] * How to prepare for digestive upset [10:08] * Tips for combating jet lag and staying rested while traveling [12:26] 4. Questions from the community * How do you choose which foods to try and which to avoid while traveling? [17:19] * What causes traveler’s constipation? [20:09] * Can I pass through airport security and TSA checkpoints with powder supplements? [21:06] Resources to topics mentioned in this episode: * What Inspires Us to Innovate, with Mario Roxas, Director of Research and Development [https://www.thorne.com/take-5-daily/article/what-inspires-us-to-innovate] * Tips for Healthy Traveling This Summer [https://www.thorne.com/take-5-daily/article/tips-for-healthy-traveling-this-summer] * Mayo Clinic: The Globetrotter's Guide to Dealing with Gut Health Issues While Traveling [https://www.thorne.com/take-5-daily/article/mayo-clinic-the-globetrotters-guide-to-dealing-with-gut-health-issues-while-traveling] * These Are the Ideal Supplements to Pack While Traveling [https://www.thorne.com/take-5-daily/article/these-are-the-ideal-supplements-to-pack-while-traveling] * Mayo Clinic: A Traveler's Guide to Immunity Health [https://www.thorne.com/take-5-daily/article/mayo-clinic-a-travelers-guide-to-immunity-health] * Keep Your Gut Healthy While Traveling [https://www.thorne.com/take-5-daily/article/keep-your-gut-healthy-while-traveling] * Mayo Clinic: Don't Let Jet Lag Derail Your Vacation [https://www.thorne.com/take-5-daily/article/mayo-clinic-dont-let-jet-lag-derail-your-vacation] * Can You Bring Vitamins on a Plane? How To Travel with Supplements [https://www.thorne.com/take-5-daily/article/how-to-travel-with-supplements-wherever-you-go-in-the-world] * How Does Thorne Support Traveling Athletes? [https://www.thorne.com/take-5-daily/video/how-does-thorne-support-traveling-athletes] Products related to this episode: Daily Greens Plus [https://www.thorne.com/products/dp/daily-greens-plus], Sacro-B™ [https://www.thorne.com/products/dp/sacro-b-trade], Daily Electrolytes [https://www.thorne.com/products/dp/daily-electrolytes-30-stick-variety-pack], Advanced Digestive Enzymes [https://www.thorne.com/products/dp/bio-gest-reg-60-s-1], Magnesium Bisglycinate [https://www.thorne.com/products/dp/magnesium-bisglycinate-m204p], Melaton-3™ [https://www.thorne.com/products/dp/melaton-3-trade] 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 [https://www.thorne.com/take-5-daily].

During this episode you’ll learn about: 1. “I wish I knew this sooner”: Drs. Amanda Frick and Jennifer Greer share hindsight health tips [1:29] 2. Today’s topic: Gut health and the unique roles of prebiotics, probiotics, and postbiotics [3:52] * What is the microbiome? Is it the same as the gut microbiome? [5:36] 3. How to support the gut microbiome with “biotics” [8:21] * Prebiotics: Fiber, polyphenols, and bacteriophages [8:31] * Probiotics: Live bacteria, yeast, and fungi from fermented foods [11:35] * Postbiotics: A new category of biotics? [12:54] 4. Which Thorne products are “biotic” formulas? [14:58] * Introducing Thorne’s Complete Biotic, a 3-in-1 formula for gut health [18:41] 5. How do I choose the right probiotic? [20:38] 6. Questions from the community * How long does it take to see results from taking a prebiotic? [23:48] * Is gas and bloating common when starting a new probiotic? What are some common side effects? [25:34] * How can I tell if my new probiotic is working? [27:56] * Why do some probiotics require refrigeration and some do not? [30:14] * Why do I need prebiotics if I’m taking a probiotic? [31:30] * Is it safe to take a probiotic or prebiotic supplement long term? [33:28] * How do probiotics not die in the stomach before they get to the gut? [34:44] * Can taking a probiotic help people with food sensitivities or a leaky gut? [36:28] * How do you pick a probiotic that supports mood or mental health? [37:49] Resources to topics mentioned in this episode: * Take Thorne’s free Probiotics Quiz to find the right formula for your health needs [https://www.thorne.com/quizzes] * Thorne’s At-home health tests: Meaningful insights, personalized plans [https://www.thorne.com/at-home-tests] * Find a Health Professional near you [https://www.thorne.com/find-a-health-professional] * Prebiotic vs. Probiotic: Which is Better for Your Health? [https://www.thorne.com/take-5-daily/article/prebiotic-vs-probiotic-which-is-better-for-your-health] * What Are Probiotics? Dietary Sources, Side Effects, and Supplements [https://www.thorne.com/take-5-daily/article/what-are-probiotics-dietary-sources-side-effects-and-supplements] * Bugs 101: Probiotics, Prebiotics, and the Microbiome [https://www.thorne.com/take-5-daily/article/bugs-101-probiotics-prebiotics-and-the-microbiome] * Everything You Should Know About Fiber [https://www.thorne.com/take-5-daily/article/everything-you-should-know-about-fiber] * Which is the Best Probiotic Supplement for Me? [https://www.thorne.com/take-5-daily/article/which-probiotic-formula-is-best-for-me] * How Prebiotics Benefit Your Gut and Overall Health [https://www.thorne.com/take-5-daily/article/how-prebiotics-benefit-your-gut-and-overall-health] * The Best Time to Take a Probiotic, According to Experts [https://www.thorne.com/take-5-daily/article/the-best-time-to-take-a-probiotic] * Bacteriophages 101 [https://www.thorne.com/take-5-daily/article/bacteriophages-101] * Prebiotics: The Essential Nutrition for Your Microbiome [https://www.thorne.com/take-5-daily/article/prebiotics-the-essential-nutrition-for-your-microbiome] * Gut Health: Polyphenols as Prebiotics [https://www.thorne.com/take-5-daily/article/gut-health-polyphenols-as-prebiotics] * How a Probiotic Supplement Can Benefit Children [https://www.thorne.com/take-5-daily/article/how-probiotics-are-affecting-your-children] Products related to this episode: FloraMend Prime® [https://www.thorne.com/products/dp/floramend-prime-probiotic], FloraSport 20B® [https://www.thorne.com/products/dp/florasport-20b], Bacillus Coagulans [https://www.thorne.com/products/dp/bacillus-coagulans], Women’s Daily Probiotic [https://www.thorne.com/products/dp/women-s-daily-probiotic], Sacro-B™ [https://www.thorne.com/products/dp/sacro-b-trade], Complete Biotic [https://www.thorne.com/products/dp/complete-biotic] 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 [https://www.thorne.com/take-5-daily] blog.

Rundown During this episode you’ll learn about: 1. Basic principles of skin health [2:30] 2. Cigarettes’ impact on skin health [3:44] 3. Sunbathing and skin [5:05] * Vitamin D [6:18] 4. Skin protectants [9:00] * Sulforaphane [9:18] 5. Skin supportive nutrients [12:30] * Collagen Plus [14:00] 6. Collagen and skin health [15:40] * Collagen forms [17:30] * Peptides [18:30] * Collagen taste [19:30] 7. Questions from the community [23:22] * Why do we need lotions and creams? [23:30] * What does sunscreen do for skin health? [28:00] * What fruits are good for glowing skin? [30:00] * What causes acne and what can be done about it? [31:39] * Water and your skin [33:56] * What destroys collagen in the body? [35:05] * How can I manage eczema? [36:00] * What is Botox? [39:35] Resources to topics mentioned in this episode: * Expert Tips for Ultimate Skin Hydration [https://www.thorne.com/take-5-daily/article/skin-hydration] * Considering Botox for Younger-Looking Skin? Read These Tips First [https://www.thorne.com/take-5-daily/article/considering-botox-for-younger-looking-skin-read-these-tips-first] * Fish Oil and Skin Health – What's the Connection? [https://www.thorne.com/take-5-daily/article/fish-oil-and-skin-health-whats-the-connection] * Mayo Clinic: Effective Tools for Skin Longevity [https://www.thorne.com/take-5-daily/article/mayo-clinic-effective-tools-for-skin-longevity] * Mayo Clinic: Protect Fragile Skin as You Age [https://www.thorne.com/take-5-daily/article/protect-fragile-skin-as-you-age] * Mayo Clinic: How Antioxidants Protect Your Skin from Sun-Induced Aging [https://www.thorne.com/take-5-daily/article/mayo-clinic-how-antioxidants-protect-your-skin-from-sun-induced-aging] * Mayo Clinic: Under Pressure – The Impact of Stress on Skin Health [https://www.thorne.com/take-5-daily/article/mayo-clinic-under-pressure-the-impact-of-stress-on-skin-health] * Mayo Clinic: The Beauty of Sleep – How Your Skin Reflects Your Rest [https://www.thorne.com/take-5-daily/article/mayo-clinic-the-beauty-of-sleep] * The Microbes on Your Skin: Your Partners in Healthy Living [https://www.thorne.com/take-5-daily/article/the-microbes-on-your-skin-your-partners-in-healthy-living] * Five Expert Tips for Cold-Weather Skincare [https://www.thorne.com/take-5-daily/article/five-expert-tips-for-cold-weather-skincare] * Tips for Protecting Your Skin Inside and Out This Summer [https://www.thorne.com/take-5-daily/article/tips-for-protecting-your-skin-inside-and-out-this-summer] * Pros and Cons of Different Types of Sunscreen [https://www.thorne.com/take-5-daily/article/pros-and-cons-of-different-types-of-sunscreen] * The Plant Extracts that Support Healthy Skin Aging [https://www.thorne.com/take-5-daily/article/-the-plant-extracts-that-support-healthy-skin-aging] * 6 Supplements that Maintain Healthy Skin from the Inside Out [https://www.thorne.com/take-5-daily/article/5-supplements-that-maintain-healthy-skin-from-the-inside-out] * Collagen for Your Skin [https://www.thorne.com/take-5-daily/article/collagen-for-your-skin] * Mayo Clinic: How Sunlight and Pollution Cause Skin to Age [https://www.thorne.com/take-5-daily/article/how-sunlight-and-pollution-cause-skin-to-age-and-what-you-can-do-about-it] Products related to this episode: Collagen Plus [https://www.thorne.com/products/dp/collagen-plus], Collagen Fit [https://www.thorne.com/products/dp/collagen-fit], Biotin [https://www.thorne.com/products/dp/biotin-8], Skin Health Stack [https://www.thorne.com/products/dp/skin-health-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, video, and stories on Thorne's Take 5 Daily blog [https://www.thorne.com/take-5-daily].

During this episode you’ll learn about: 1. All about Thorne’s Menopause Test [0:50] * How the sample collection process works [2:10] * Tips for generating a saliva sample [4:26] 2. What is menopause? What is perimenopause? [5:46] * Why women of all ages may benefit a menopause hormone test [7:52] 3. How the at-home test compares to blood-draw tests at a doctor’s office [10:16] * What does Thorne’s Menopause Test measure? [12:12] * How to take the Menopause Test if you’re on birth control or hormone therapy [12:51] 4. Interpreting Thorne’s Menopause Test results: Estradiol, estrogen, progesterone [15:17] * How the timing of your menstrual cycle influences hormone levels [19:28] * What do women’s testosterone levels mean? [24:30] * DHEA as a measure of hormonal health [26:22] * How to understand the cortisol rhythm and energy levels [28:53] Resources to topics mentioned in this episode: * Watch Dr. Amanda Frick and Margaret Gandolfo go over the Menopause Test results on YouTube. [https://youtu.be/aiovAwLpnJ8] * Connect with Margaret Gandolfo on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/margaret-gandolfo/] and Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/margaretgandolfo/?hl=en] * Connect with Dr. Amanda Frick on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/dramandafrick/] * Thorne’s Medical Affairs Team: Turning Science Into Education [https://www.thorne.com/take-5-daily/article/thorne-s-medical-affairs-team-turning-science-into-education] * 8 Questions About Menopause: Everything You Need to Know [https://www.thorne.com/take-5-daily/article/making-sense-of-menopause-basic-faqs] * Am I in Menopause? [https://www.thorne.com/take-5-daily/article/am-i-in-menopause] * Embracing A Positive Mindset During Menopause [https://www.thorne.com/take-5-daily/article/embracing-a-positive-mindset-during-menopause-from-mayo-clinic] * 6 Strategies to Control the Menopause Chaos [https://www.thorne.com/take-5-daily/article/6-strategies-to-control-the-menopause-chaos] * How to Stay Healthy During and After Menopause [https://www.thorne.com/take-5-daily/article/how-to-stay-healthy-during-and-after-menopause] * Foods You May Want to Avoid During Menopause [https://www.thorne.com/take-5-daily/article/6-foods-to-avoid-during-menopause] * A New Life Stage: The Best Menopause Supplements to Support You [https://www.thorne.com/take-5-daily/article/important-nutrients-needed-through-menopause] * A Lifetime of Balanced Nutrition Advice for Women [https://www.thorne.com/take-5-daily/article/a-lifetime-of-balanced-nutrition-advice-for-women] * Menopause and Brain Fog (And What You Can Do About It) [https://www.thorne.com/take-5-daily/article/menopause-and-brain-fog-and-what-you-can-do-about-it] * 6 Women's Health Allies to Support You During Every Life Phase [https://www.thorne.com/take-5-daily/article/6-womens-health-allies-to-support-you-during-every-life-phase] * Lifestyle Tips for Managing PCOS [https://www.thorne.com/take-5-daily/article/lifestyle-tips-for-managing-pcos] * 4 Benefits of Inositol for Women's Metabolic Health and Hormone Balance* [https://www.thorne.com/take-5-daily/article/4-benefits-of-inositol-for-womens-metabolic-health-and-hormone-balance] * Too High or Too Low? A Guide to Women’s Testosterone Levels [https://www.thorne.com/take-5-daily/article/abnormal-testosterone-levels-in-women-symptoms-risks-and-helpful-foods] * Estrogen Dominance: What it is, how to recognize it, and what you can do about it [https://www.thorne.com/take-5-daily/article/estrogen-dominance-what-it-is-how-to-recognize-it-and-what-you-can-do-about-it] * Ensure a Harmonious Cycle: What to do Before, During, and After Your Period [https://www.thorne.com/take-5-daily/article/ensure-a-harmonious-cycle-what-to-do-before-during-and-after-your-period] * From the podcast archives:Hormones and Your Health [https://www.thorne.com/take-5-daily/podcast/episode-26-hormones-and-your-health] * Thorne’s At-Home Health Test Demonstration Series with Dr. Amanda Frick * How the Stress Test Works: Results and Insights [https://www.thorne.com/take-5-daily/podcast/how-the-stress-test-works-results-and-insights] * The Thyroid Test: What to Expect and How It Works [https://www.thorne.com/take-5-daily?q=frick#:~:text=The%20Thyroid%20Test%3A%20What%20to%20Expect%20and%20How%20It%20Works] * What Do My Sleep Test Results Mean? [https://www.thorne.com/take-5-daily/podcast/what-do-my-sleep-test-results-mean] * How to Digest Your Gut Health Test Results [https://www.thorne.com/take-5-daily/podcast/how-to-digest-your-gut-health-test-results-episode-77] * We Took Thorne’s Weight Management Test! [https://www.thorne.com/take-5-daily/podcast/we-took-thornes-weight-management-test] Products mentioned in this episode: Menopause Test [https://www.thorne.com/products/dp/menopause], Fertility Test [https://www.thorne.com/products/dp/fertility-test], Women’s Daily Probiotic [https://www.thorne.com/products/dp/women-s-daily-probiotic], Biological Age Health Panel [https://www.thorne.com/products/dp/biological-age], Meta-Balance™ [https://www.thorne.com/products/dp/meta-balance-trade], Women’s Multi 50+ [https://www.thorne.com/products/dp/womens-multi-50], Advanced Bone Support [https://www.thorne.com/products/dp/oscap], Advanced DHA [https://www.thorne.com/products/dp/advanced-dha] 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 [https://www.thorne.com/take-5-daily].