In this episode, you’ll learn how movement directly influences your metabolism, immune system, brain function, and even the diversity of your gut microbiome. Dr. Kharrazian explains the critical role of messenger proteins released during physical activity, why maintaining muscle mass and bone density is key to longevity, and how inflammation can undermine your body’s ability to recover.

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00:00 Introduction to the Podcast

00:30 How Physical Movement Impacts Health

01:54 Bone Volume, Osteopenia, and Health Consequences

02:56 Toxic Chemicals, Bone Loss, and Aging

03:50 Muscle Mass, Sarcopenia, and Mortality

04:38 Movement, Depression, and Brain Chemistry

05:15 Movement, Myokines, and Immune Function

05:59 Microbiome Diversity, Gut Health, and Inactivity

06:32 Overtraining Syndrome and its Red Flags

07:11 Exercise, Mitochondrial Health, and Chronic Disease

07:49 Movement & Brain Health: Repair, Mood, and Cognitive Disorders

08:25 Sedentary Lifestyle in Children & Sarcopenia Risks

09:45 Medical Management of Osteoporosis and Arthritis

10:55 Inflammation, Muscular and Skeletal Degeneration

12:16 Body Fat, Skinny Fat, and Inflammation

12:46 Insulin Surges and Systemic Inflammation

13:31 Microbiome, Leaky Gut, and Chronic Inflammatory Disease

16:04 Food, Environmental Toxins, and Inflammation

18:09 Protein Intake and Recovery from Chronic Disease

19:12 Sleep, Sleep Apnea, and Bone Health

19:57 Regenerative Medicine Therapies

21:34 Conclusion and Podcast Resources

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