Dr. Emily Werner, PhD: How to Feed Your Mitochondria, Boost Mitophagy, and Navigate Nutrition Information Intuitively

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Dr. Emily Werner, a seasoned professional in the field of nutrition and exercise, joins us in today's enlightening episode. Her journey into the world of nutrition began during her active years in sports, where she discovered the pivotal role that food plays in optimizing athletic performance. Intrigued by the profound connection between nutrition and exercise, Emily's relentless curiosity led her to pursue a path that saw her become a Registered Dietitian (RD) and earn a doctorate (PhD) in Kinesiology. Originally aiming to become a professor and researcher, Emily's career took a unique turn when she started working closely with collegiate basketball teams, fostering a deep passion for delivering tailored nutrition guidance directly to athletes. Today, she stands as a respected Team Dietitian in professional basketball, leveraging her expertise to empower athletes to achieve their peak performance through nutrition.

In this captivating episode, Dr. Emily Werner delves into the intricate world of nutrition and its profound impact on health and athletic prowess. From unlocking the secrets of mitophagy with urolithin A to understanding the critical role of mitochondria in our overall well-being, Emily shares her wealth of knowledge. She explores the transformative benefits of supplements like MitoPure and the astounding enhancements they can bring to muscular strength, endurance, and energy levels. Emily sheds light on the importance of building intuition around food, navigating the sea of nutrition misinformation, and embracing the idea that it's perfectly okay to enjoy indulgent treats like ice cream. Join us on this enlightening journey as we unravel the mysteries of nutrition and optimal performance with Dr. Emily Werner.

Key Points From This Episode:

How to optimize mitophagy with urolithin A (00:30:45).
Why mitochondria play a vital role in health (00:29:30).
What MitoPure supplement can enhance (00:36:17).
Type of fasting benefits: Breaks between meals (00:43:41).
How to build intuition around food (00:50:23).
Why seek credible sources for nutrition (00:51:09).
What to listen for in your body's food reactions (00:56:21).
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1. Teaser (00:00:00)

2. Magnesium Supplement (00:00:22)

3. Importance of nutrition for athletes. (00:05:46)

4. The credible sources for information (00:10:57)

5. Importance of systematic reviews/meta-analyses (00:18:07)

6. Mitochondria and energy production (00:26:39)

7. Pomegranates as superfood (00:27:46)

8. Urolithin A improves mitochondrial function (00:34:22)

9. Benifits of Intermittent fasting (00:43:10)

10. Building intuition around food (00:50:01)

11. How to listen to your gut intuition (00:56:39)

12. How to listen to your body's signals (00:57:07)

13. Develop intuition for optimal health (01:07:05)

14. It's okay to eat ice cream (01:08:35)

15. Outro (01:11:37)