The Thorne Podcast

During this episode you’ll learn about: Fast fad or functional fuel? A registered dietitian busts myths about dieting [3:06] Keto diet, explained: What are ketogenic foods and who may benefit from eating keto? [7:19] Keto diet side effects [10:04] Supplements to support a keto diet [13:03] What is a paleo diet? How paleo differs from keto [15:06] Veganism: How to solve the protein problem with pla...

During this episode you’ll learn about: Trending wellness topics: Strength training for longevity and metabolic health [1:14] This week’s topic: Creatine’s whole-body benefits – it’s more than just muscle [3:07] How creatine fuels the brain and mental performance [7:03] BCAAs and Alpha-GPC: Synergistic supplements to take with creatine [9:13] Misconceptions about creatine side effects [12:20] Gift...

During this episode you’ll learn about: Trending wellness ideas with Kirsten Vaderhegghen, Thorne Medical Affairs Coordinator [1:01] This week’s topic: Ashwagandha, an ancient remedy for modern lifestyles [3:56] What are the health benefits of ashwagandha as a dietary supplement? [6:44] How ashwagandha affect the body’s biochemistry? [8:33] New applications of ashwagandha for stress management [10...

During this episode you’ll learn about: Trending wellness tip: The 30-30-3 diet [1:18] This week’s topic: Everyday ways to prepare your immune system for cold weather months [4:45] What does it mean to “boost the immune system”? [7:08] How does the immune system work? [8:45] Healthy habits that promote a healthy immune response [10:55] Beyond vitamin C: Nutrients support the immune system? [14:48]...

Every cell in the body carries out a process called methylation, which plays a role in cellular energy production, hormone balance, detoxification, even gene expression. Dr. Amanda Frick and Dr. Jennifer Greer explain the methyl cycle, folate vs. folic acid, and methylated vitamins. Get answers to your questions about methylation. Rundown During this episode you’ll learn about: Weekly Wellness Tip...

During this episode you’ll learn about: This week’s guest: Da Rulk, strength and conditioning specialist for first responders and tactical athletes [0:58] What does training and recovery look like for military, firefighters, police, and other first responders? [4:17] On-duty vs. off-duty nutrition strategies for first responders [6:54] How to maintain quality sleep as a first responder [12:21] Sup...

During this episode you’ll learn about: This week’s guest: Carly Duffy, RD, Medical Education Specialist at Thorne [0:58] Harmful or harmless? How caffeine and alcohol affect the brain [3:15] Caffeine’s stimulant role in the brain [5:26] Alcohol as a depressant and how it impacts the sleep cycle [6:51] Health benefits of caffeine and best time to have caffeine [8:36] Is there any way to consume al...

During this episode you’ll learn about: Back to balance: What is the work-wellness balance? [1:34] How to use the end of summer as the time to renew your routine [4:32] Changes in health from summer into fall [6:20] Ways to regulate gut health [8:19] Microbiome support from Thorne’s Complete Biotic? [11:26] When is the best time to take Complete Biotic? [15:22] Why you may need a foundational mult...

During this episode you’ll learn about: Defining sarcopenia [1:56] Sarcopenia: loss of muscle mass [2:18] Sarcopenia and metabolic functions [2:50] Sarcopenia and weight [3:50] Aging and strength training [4:20] Aging is a primary factor for difficulty in maintaining muscle mass [5:21] Animal protein, healthy aging, and sarcopenia [6:11] Amino Acid Leucine [6:55] BCAA / Amino Complex [7:24] Using...

During this episode you’ll learn about: 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] 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 [15:0...

During this episode you’ll learn about: This week’s guest: Dr. Mario Roxas, ND, Director of Scientific and Medical Affairs at Thorne [0:57] Travel’s effects on the body, from jet lag to immune challenges [2:10] Roxas’ top 3 supplements for travel [3:51] Common health challenges from travel [6:21] How to prepare for digestive upset [10:08] Tips for combating jet lag and staying rested while traveli...

During this episode you’ll learn about: “I wish I knew this sooner”: Drs. Amanda Frick and Jennifer Greer share hindsight health tips [1:29] 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] How to support the gut microbiome with “biotics” [8:21] Prebiotics: Fiber, polyphenols, and b...

Rundown During this episode you’ll learn about: Basic principles of skin health [2:30] Cigarettes’ impact on skin health [3:44] Sunbathing and skin [5:05] Vitamin D [6:18] Skin protectants [9:00] Sulforaphane [9:18] Skin supportive nutrients [12:30] Collagen Plus [14:00] Collagen and skin health [15:40] Collagen forms [17:30] Peptides [18:30] Collagen taste [19:30] Questions from the community [23...

During this episode you’ll learn about: All about Thorne’s Menopause Test [0:50] How the sample collection process works [2:10] Tips for generating a saliva sample [4:26] What is menopause? What is perimenopause? [5:46] Why women of all ages may benefit a menopause hormone test [7:52] How the at-home test compares to blood-draw tests at a doctor’s office [10:16] What does Thorne’s Menopause Test m...

During this episode you’ll learn about: Maura Donovan’s best practices for daily well-being [1:12] Today’s topic: Sports performance and women’s health [2:00] The impact of hormones on women’s nutritional needs [2:51] How women’s health needs change in different life stages, from first menstruation to menopause [4:57] Common nutrient deficiencies for female athletes [8:32] The menstrual cycle’s ef...

During this episode you’ll learn about: This week’s guest: Maura Donovan, Medical Education Specialist of Sports Nutrition at Thorne [0:57] Common types of athletic injuries and the recovery process [2:44] How diet impacts healing after injury [6:03] Post-injury mistakes to avoid [8:37] Best supplements to support injury healing and recovery [10:06] How sleep and stress management support recovery...

During this episode you’ll learn about: Greer’s #selfcare tips for everyday well-being [1:12] Hydration: What it is, why it matters, and how much water you really need [3:15] Does drinking water help you lose weight? [6:36] Can you drink too much water? [8:16] What are electrolytes and how do electrolytes affect hydration? [9:18] Foods and drinks that promote hydration [13:04] Do caffeinated bever...

During this episode you’ll learn about: Myth-busting trending health topics: Does vitamin K interfere with vitamin D absorption? [1:53] Today’s main topic: Clinical trials [5:22] How Thorne uses clinical research to formulate products [7:42] Limitations to clinical trials [10:07] What clinical trials mean for everyday consumers [12:58] Questions from the community Why don’t all supplements go thro...

Overwhelmed by all the different supplement brands out there? Dr. Jennifer Greer, Thorne’s Director of Medical Education, joins podcast host Dr. Amanda Frick to talk about how to read a supplement label, red flags in the supplement industry, and how cost is a matter of quality. During this episode you’ll learn about: How to choose a supplement brand [2:15] Look at the label for third-party certifi...

Note: This episode originally aired in September 2024. Are your dietary supplements third-party certified? John Travis, technical manager and spokesperson at NSF, an independent non-governmental organization dedicated to improving global health, joins the podcast to explain the different NSF certifications and why third-party testing matters for supplement safety. During this episode you’ll learn...

It’s not just for men: The sex hormone testosterone plays a role in both men’s and women’s health by supporting metabolism, libido, and bone density. Dr. Jennifer Greer, ND, returns to the podcast to discuss the best ways to balance healthy testosterone levels at every age. During this episode you’ll learn about: This week’s returning guest, Dr. Jennifer Greer, Thorne’s Director of Medical Educati...

Note: This episode originally aired in November 2021. Find out what Dr. Lipman and Dr. Rountree have to say about the rise of blood pressure in U.S. adults, hypertension symptoms, and how to maintain a healthy lifestyle for your heart. During this episode you’ll learn about: High blood pressure as a lifestyle issue [1:54] Modern society and high blood pressure [2:20] Influence of western diet [3:0...

At-home DNA tests are everywhere, but what can your DNA tell you about your risk for developing serious diseases like cancer? Returning guest Dr. Joel Evans from Genetype and The Center for Functional Medicine explains how a polygenic risk score may help optimize your future. During this episode you’ll learn about: This week’s guest: Dr. Joel Evans, OB-GYN and functional medicine doctor [0:55] How...

Is it possible to make a New Year’s resolution that lasts? Yes! Dr. Jennifer Greer, Thorne’s Director of Medical Education, joins Dr. Robert Rountree to share tips that will help you set realistic goals and achieve your New Year’s resolutions without losing motivation along the way. During this episode you’ll learn about: This week’s guest: Dr. Jennifer Greer, ND, MEd, Thorne’s Director of Medical...

Everyone is talking about GLP-1 drugs for weight loss. Dr. Robert Rountree and Dr. Amanda Frick explain how glucagon-like peptide-1 drugs work, their history of use for insulin resistance, what the common side effects are, and how to support patients who take GLP-1 weight-loss drugs. During this episode you’ll learn about: What is GLP-1? [2:52] How do GLP-1 weight-loss drugs work? [3:24] Why are w...