Best thorneresearch Podcasts (2024)

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What My Menopause Test Results Mean for My Cycle 34:49

8d ago34:49

34:49

Dr. Amanda Frick sits down with Margaret Gandolfo, who took Thorne’s at-home Menopause Test. Listen and watch as they discuss how the test works, what hormones it measures – like estrogen, estradiol, testosterone, progesterone, and DHEA – and why women of all ages may benefit from a Menopause Test. During this episode you’ll learn about: All about …

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Podcast Rewind: All About the Menstrual Cycle 33:10

23d ago33:10

33:10

Just how regular is a regular menstrual cycle? And when is the best time to get pregnant? Dr. Amy Divaraniya, CEO and founder of Oova, a women’s health and fertility hormone testing company, explains how a woman’s menstrual cycle is more than her period. During this episode you’ll learn about: Amy Divaraniya, CEO and founder of Oova [0:58] The data…

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All About Adaptogens: Types, Benefits, and Uses 40:21

1M ago40:21

40:21

What are adaptogens? These substances, which can be botanicals, mushrooms, or certain vitamins, help the body “adapt” to stressors and maintain homeostasis. Dr. Amanda Frick joins host Dr. Robert Rountree to discuss the uses and benefits of their favorite adaptogens, like ginseng, ashwagandha, lion’s mane, and cordyceps. During this episode you’ll …

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How Team Liquid Created an Esports Phenomenon 40:46

2M ago40:46

40:46

In this Performance Edition of The Thorne Podcast, Team Liquid’s Steve Arhancet and Caleb Anderson explore how the esports gaming franchise evolved into an international organization, and why Team Liquid trusts Thorne to support its athletes’ physical fitness and mental endurance online and off. During this episode you’ll learn about: This week’s g…

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Thorne’s 40th Anniversary! Innovation Since 1984 34:25

2M ago34:25

34:25

Join us as we celebrate Thorne’s 40th anniversary! Dr. Kathi Head, Executive Director of Medical Media and a 27-year veteran of Thorne, and host Dr. Robert Rountree discuss Thorne’s evolution and the key innovations and partnerships that made Thorne the most-trusted name in scientific wellness. During this episode you’ll learn about: This week’s gu…

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Podcast Rewind: All About Anxiety and Depression 39:07

3M ago39:07

39:07

In part one of this two-part series, Dr. Robert Rountree and Dr. Frank Lipman explore the topic of anxiety. Learn about the different types of anxiety, how to manage the body’s stress response through meditation, diet, and supplements, and more. Note: This episode originally aired in July 2022. In part one of this two-part series, Dr. Robert Rountr…

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We Took Thorne’s Weight Management Test! 45:14

3M ago45:14

45:14

Dr. Robert Rountree and Dr. Amanda Frick took Thorne’s at-home Weight Management Test, and the results are in! Listen here or watch on YouTube to follow along as they explain how the test works, what it measures, and how to interpret their personal test results for better health. Watch Amanda Frick and Dr. Robert Rountree go over their results. Dur…

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Podcast Rewind: The Secrets to Effective Weight Management 34:20

3M ago34:20

34:20

Note: This episode originally aired in June 2021. There’s no magic pill or quick-fix diet for weight loss. Rather, maintaining healthy weight comes from a series of healthy lifestyle changes one makes that create meaningful and lasting change. In this episode of The Thorne Podcast, Drs. Frank Lipman and Robert Rountree explain the science effective…

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Podcast Rewind: It's Personalized – The Future of Data-Driven Health 40:19

3M ago40:19

40:19

Note: This episode originally aired in January 2023. Tune in this week as special guest, Dr. Leroy Hood, an accomplished scientist best known for his integral work on the Human Genome Project, discusses data-driven analysis of chronic diseases and how our genomes may be able to provide individualized health recommendations in the future. During thi…

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Medicinal Mushrooms – A ‘Missing Dietary Link’? 46:59

4M ago46:59

46:59

Mushrooms – they’re not just a pizza topping! From shiitake and reishi to turkey tail and cordyceps, fungi have a variety of benefits. Jeff Chilton of Nammex talks about the nutrient profile of his favorite mushrooms and how to choose the best mushroom supplements. During this episode you’ll learn about: Jeff Chilton, founder of Nammex mushroom ext…

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Podcast Rewind: Defying Gravity: Astronaut Health and Your Genes 43:14

4M ago43:14

43:14

Note: This episode originally aired in October 2022. Dr. Chris Mason, professor at Weill Cornell Medicine, as he tells the story of his collaboration with NASA on the famous Twins Study and its implications for the future of human health, genetics, and interplanetary travel. During this episode you’ll learn about: 1. Dr. Chris Mason, professor of P…

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How to Coach Healthy Habits to Esports Athletes 40:46

4M ago40:46

40:46

What unique health needs do video game players have? We talk to Team Liquid’s Tanner Curtis, aka 7Teen, and Brian Canavan, aka BSJ, who share tips for coaching the esports athlete and explain how they're challenging stereotypes of health and wellness in the gaming world. During this episode you’ll learn about: Tanner “7Teen” Curtis and Brian “BSJ” …

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Food as Medicine, with Trifecta’s Greg Connolly 40:45

4M ago40:45

40:45

Can subscription meal delivery services change how we think about health care? Greg Connolly, CEO and founder of Trifecta, joins the podcast to discuss how to rethink the food supply chain, tips for helping kids choose better foods, and why prescription food may be the future of medicine. During this episode you’ll learn about: Greg Connolly, found…

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What’s wrong with the Standard American Diet (Rebroadcast) 40:22

5M ago40:22

40:22

Note: This episode originally aired in January 2022. The Standard American Diet (or SAD) is one that’s typically high in unhealthy carbs, sugars, and fats – while also deficient in many important micronutrients. Discover healthy alternatives to the SAD diet, along with some strategies for making healthy eating choices around the holidays. During th…

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How the Stress Test Works: Results and Insights 27:17

6M ago27:17

27:17

What is stress? How are the adrenal glands involved? Dr. Amanda Frick, Thorne’s Vice President of Medical Affairs, rejoins podcast host Dr. Robert Rountree to discuss how Thorne’s at-home Stress Test measures cortisol and DHEA hormones and to share their personal results from taking the Stress Test. During this episode you’ll learn about: 1. Dr. Am…

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What is Stress and How It Affects the Body 33:50

8M ago33:50

33:50

Stress affects everyone differently. Returning to The Thorne Podcast is guest Dr. Joel Evans, who answers the question “What is stress?” and explores how different types of stress can help – or harm – the body. In this episode, you’ll discover mind-body practices for stress management. During this episode you’ll learn about: Joel Evans explains “Wh…

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What is Metabolism? with Dr. Stephen Phipps 36:24

8M ago36:24

36:24

Metabolism is a complex process of turning the food you eat into energy for the body. Dr. Stephen Phipps, Thorne’s Chief Innovation Officer, joins podcast host Dr. Robert Rountree to answer all your questions about metabolism and explains the truth behind supplements, like berberine, for weight management. During this episode you’ll learn about: St…

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Science Behind the Scenes with Dr. Stephen Phipps 37:36

8M ago37:36

37:36

Dr. Stephen Phipps, ND, PhD, Thorne’s Chief Innovation Officer, returns to the podcast to answer your questions about how Thorne products are formulated. Join podcast host Dr. Robert Rountree on the journey of a Thorne supplement, from idea and prototype to clinical study and customers’ homes. During this episode you’ll learn about: Returning guest…

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How to Coach Sports Nutrition to Teen Athletes 34:07

9M ago34:07

34:07

Teenage athletes have unique nutrient needs. Shawn Pitcher, sports dietitian, joins this Performance Edition of the podcast to talk about how to coach healthy eating habits to today’s teens. Editor’s note: At the time of this episode’s recording, Shawn Pitcher was a Sports Dietitian at Overtime Elite. He has since changed companies and is now the D…

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The Thyroid Test: What to Expect and How It Works 23:34

9M ago23:34

23:34

What does the thyroid have to say about our health? Dr. Amanda Frick, Thorne’s Vice President of Medical Affairs, returns to the podcast to share her Thyroid Test results and helps host Dr. Robert Rountree understand what his own thyroid biomarkers mean. During this episode you’ll learn about: Why you should test thyroid health, why thyroid issues …

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All About the Thyroid, the Body’s ‘Sentinel Gland’ 33:13

10M ago33:13

33:13

Thyroid disease may be more common than you think. It’s estimated one in eight people have abnormal thyroid function. Dr. Joel Evans of The Center for Functional Medicine joins podcast host Dr. Robert Rountree to discuss thyroid imbalance and what nutrients can support a healthy thyroid. During this episode you’ll learn about: 1. Dr. Joel Evans, fo…

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The Gamer’s Diet, with Dietitian Casey Thomas 36:43

10M ago36:43

36:43

Esports athletes have unique needs to support cognitive performance. 1HP dietitian Casey Thomas joins the Perform Edition host Joel Totoro to discuss the video gamer’s diet, from caffeine and hydration to nutrients that support eye strain. During this episode you’ll learn about: 1. Casey Thomas, esports dietitian with 1HP [0:34] 2. The cognitive pe…

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Performance Cooking with Trifecta’s Chef Mario 35:42

11M ago35:42

35:42

Mario Limaduran, executive chef at Trifecta, joins this Performance Edition of The Thorne Podcast to talk about his food philosophy, how to create meals for athletic performance, and why great nutrition doesn’t have to sacrifice taste. Rundown During this episode you’ll learn about: 1. Chef Mario Limaduran – his career from Cornell to Exos to UFC t…

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The Hallmarks of Aging, with Dr. Robert Rountree 37:36

11M ago37:36

37:36

What are the biological mechanisms behind aging? In this special episode of The Thorne Podcast, Dr. Robert Rountree speaks at the Peptide World Congress, in which he reviews cellular signs of aging and different kinds of interventions that can slow down the aging process. During this episode you’ll learn about: 1. Dr. Robert Rountree’s background […

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Not About Looks: A Positive Outlook on Your Body 35:35

12M ago35:35

35:35

Movement coach Kaisa Keranen opens up about her coaching journey, from managing her mental health as a student-athlete to co-founding JUST MOVE, a movement and wellness membership community. During this episode you’ll learn about: 1. Kaisa Keranen, a movement coach and co-founder of JUST MOVE – a movement and wellness membership community [00:00:30…

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What Do My Sleep Test Results Mean? 24:51

1y ago24:51

24:51

Visuals are helpful, but what do the melatonin and cortisol graphs from your Sleep Test results really mean? Vice President of Medical Affairs Amanda Frick joins Chief Medical Advisor Robert Rountree as they analyze and discuss their own results on this special episode. Click here to watch the video for this episode. During this episode you’ll lear…

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Tired but Wired: How to Re-Think Sleep 46:51

1y ago46:51

46:51

Dr. Mary Kay Ross, a brain health expert and Thorne’s Chief Medical Officer, joins The Thorne Podcast to answer your questions about sleep – why we sleep, techniques for falling and staying asleep, the best supplements for sleep issues, and much more. Rundown During this episode you’ll learn: What Dr. Mary Kay Ross, brain health expert and Thorne’s…

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Love and Fencing: From Olympics to Medical School 38:28

1y ago38:28

38:28

Olympic fencing power couple Lee Kiefer and Gerek Meinhardt have learned a lot from balancing competitive fencing and medical school. Hear what they have to say on this episode of The Thorne Podcast: Performance Edition. During this episode you’ll learn about: Olympic fencers Lee Kiefer and Gerek Meinhardt, who completed part of medical school whil…

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All About the Menstrual Cycle 33:07

1y ago33:07

33:07

Just how regular is a regular menstrual cycle? And when is the best time to get pregnant? Dr. Amy Divaraniya, CEO and co-founder of OOVA, dispels the misconceptions of menstruation and how a woman’s menstrual cycle is more than her period. During this episode you’ll learn about: Amy Divaraniya, CEO and founder of OOVA [0:58] The data missing from t…

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Rethinking Women’s Fertility Tests with OOVA 33:55

1y ago33:55

33:55

Women’s health testing can be improved with more and better data. Dr. Amy Divaraniya, CEO and founder of OOVA, shares how her struggles with fertility sparked the idea for OOVA, a new way to measure and monitor female fertility at home. During this episode you’ll learn about: Amy Divaraniya, CEO and founder of OOVA [0:58] How OOVA was created after…

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How to Digest Your Gut Health Test Results 44:42

1y ago44:42

44:42

You took Thorne's Gut Health Test, but what do your results really mean for your health? Vice President of Medical Affairs Amanda Frick joins Chief Medical Advisor Robert Rountree as they analyze and discuss their own results on this special episode. Click here to watch our video demonstration During this episode you’ll learn about: What Thorne’s G…

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New Horizons in Gut Health Technology 45:36

1y ago45:36

45:36

Dr. Mary Kay Ross, Thorne’s Chief Medical Officer, returns to the podcast to share how metagenomics is challenging how we look at gut health. Plus, get answers to question like “What is dysbiosis?” and “Which is better: prebiotics vs. probiotics?” During this episode you’ll learn about: Mary Kay Ross background – from ER physician to Thorne’s Chief…

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Training with the Stars: How Actors Get in Shape 39:39

1+ y ago39:39

39:39

Coach and health entrepreneur Don Saladino shares the health, exercise, and nutrition insights he's gained from 20 years of experience training Hollywood's biggest stars, plus his advice for fellow coaches in the Performance Edition of the Thorne Podcast. During this episode you’ll learn about: Don Saladino, a fitness coach and health entrepreneur …

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What You’ll Learn From Biological Age Testing (Rebroadcast) 41:15

1+ y ago41:15

41:15

Ever wonder how your lifestyle has affected the way you age? Now you can with knowledge from Thorne's Biological Age Health Panel. In this episode, Dr. Robert Rountree is joined by Dr. Laura Kunces, Thorne’s Vice President of Medical Strategies, as the two run through their own personal results and recommendations after taking Thorne’s Biological A…

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How to Solve an Age-Old Problem, with Dr. Lee Hood 35:30

1+ y ago35:30

35:30

Can decoding your genome be the key to a longer health span? Dr. Leroy "Lee" Hood returns to the podcast to discuss the research on what your biological age says about your health, and how metabolic processes and the microbiome might be controlling your aging. During this episode you’ll learn about: Dr. Leroy "Lee" Hood, pioneer in human genomics […

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It’s Personalized: The Future of Data-Driven Health 39:05

1+ y ago39:05

39:05

Tune in this week as special guest, Dr. Leroy Hood, an accomplished scientist best known for his integral work on the Human Genome Project, discusses data-driven analysis of chronic diseases and how our genomes may be able to provide individualized health recommendations in the future. During this episode you’ll learn about: Leroy Hood, MD, PhD, a …

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Defying Gravity: Astronaut Health and Your Genes 42:08

1+ y ago42:08

42:08

Launch into outer space with Dr. Chris Mason, professor at Weill Cornell Medicine, as he tells the story of his collaboration with NASA on the famous Twins Study and its implications for the future of human health, genetics, and interplanetary travel. During this episode you’ll learn about: Chris Mason, professor of Genomics, Physiology, and Biophy…

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Life Finds a Way: The Genetic Map of Microbes 42:48

1+ y ago42:48

42:48

Dr. Chris Mason, professor at Weill Cornell Medicine, zeroes in on microbial movement within the planetary microbiome, outer space, and even in our own gut systems. Learn more about your “gut print” as well as the scientific possibility of reviving extinct species and lost ecosystems. During this episode you’ll learn about: Chris Mason, professor o…

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Mitochondria: ‘Little Furnaces’ for Fat Burning 51:22

1+ y ago51:22

51:22

Dr. Mark Holthouse returns to The Thorne Podcast to discuss mitochondrial uncoupling to generate heat and burn fat. Listen in to learn how this process can promote healthy aging and how the powerhouse of the cell reacts to oxidative stresses in the body. During this episode you’ll learn about: Mark Holthouse’s 30 years of practice [0:59] Mitochondr…

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The Kryptonite of Low T: HIIT the Gym and the Diet 40:39

2y ago40:39

40:39

Dr. Mark Holthouse, medical director at Functional Medicine of Idaho, explores the signs and symptoms of low testosterone, its correlation with prediabetes, and what men can do about it. Hear about the big improvements Dr. Holthouse has seen in patients who commit to healthy lifestyle changes. During this episode you’ll learn about: Dr. Mark Holtho…

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New Approaches to Kids’ Nutrition 42:53

2y ago42:53

42:53

Kids can be fussy at mealtime, but even when they eat the right foods, are they getting the right nutrients? Dr. Stephen Phipps, chief innovation officer at Thorne, joins the show to discuss ways to add nutrition to a picky eater’s diet. During this episode you’ll learn about: Stephen Phipps, from study of botanicals to on-the-ground practice [0:55…

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Navigating the Science Behind Botanical Extracts 43:12

2y ago43:12

43:12

Dr. Stephen Phipps, Thorne’s chief innovation officer, examines the changing field of ethnobotany, from cultural study to chemical analysis. Discover the difference between fresh herbs and herbal extracts, and how botanicals can be standardized for naturopathic uses. Rundown During this episode you’ll learn about: Stephen Phipps, chief innovation o…

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A Holistic Approach to Health with Elissa Goodman 31:06

2y ago31:06

31:06

Nutritionist Elissa Goodman shares how her cancer diagnosis at age 32 propelled her to reimagine her lifestyle by starting a plant-forward diet, de-stressing, and supplementing with vitamins and omega-3s. She explains how self-love can help spark healthy habits and more in the Performance Edition of The Thorne Podcast. During this episode you’ll le…

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Fuel for an active lifestyle after the NFL with Greg Olsen 39:37

2y ago39:37

39:37

Former NFL tight end Greg Olsen shares his advice for building a long career as a professional athlete, talks about his transition into the commentator’s chair, and gives his thoughts on healthy aging as a retired football player in the Performance Edition of The Thorne Podcast. During this episode you’ll learn about: Greg Olsen, 14-year veteran of…

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Under pressure: The evolution of hyperbaric oxygen therapy 51:03

2y ago51:03

51:03

Dr. Jason Sonners, chiropractor and clinical director of HBOT USA, shares his journey into hyperbaric oxygen therapy, or HBOT, and ongoing research into its role in treating infection, injury recovery, and athletic performance. During this episode you’ll learn about: Jason Sonners’ background [:51] Back injury leads to personal journey with hyperba…

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The Two-Brain Business model of wellness and running a successful gym 35:23

2y ago35:23

35:23

Two-Brain Business founder Chris Cooper and Thorne inside sales manager Katie Mead join the Performance Edition of the Thorne Podcast to discuss the evolving world of owning a gym and tips for client retention in the fitness industry. During this episode you’ll learn about: Chris Cooper of Two-Brain Business: From a failing gym to a best-selling bo…

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Using AI to Advance Scientific Wellness 42:14

2y ago42:14

42:14

It’s no longer just science fiction. By implementing artificial intelligence and machine learning, we can now map, integrate, and understand the billions of biological features that illuminate the status of an individual’s health. In this episode, Dr. Nathan Price, HealthTech’s Chief Science Officer, explains how leveraging AI will fuel the develop…

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Exploring the science of healthy aging 40:14

2y ago40:14

40:14

While none of us can change the number of times we’ve gone around the sun, we can affect the rate of aging in our body. This is what’s known as healthy aging. Thorne HealthTech’s Chief Science Officer Dr. Nathan Price sits down to share the groundbreaking science behind healthy aging, longevity, and extending our health span. During this episode yo…

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The Harmful Effects of Heavy Metals 42:16

2y ago42:16

42:16

Do you wonder if you have high levels of heavy metals in your system – like mercury, lead, or cadmium? Thorne’s Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Mary Kay Ross, joins us to explain how you can tell, why you should care, and answer audience questions about all things heavy metals. During this episode you’ll learn about: Heavy metals and toxins [1:54] Expos…

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