Harnessing Heart Rate Variability for Optimal Health: A Conversation with Dr. Torkil Faero

In this episode of the Health Bridge Podcast, Holly B. interviews Dr. Torkil Faero, a multifaceted professional who has made significant contributions in medicine, documentary filmmaking, and photography. Dr. Faero shares valuable insights from his recent book, 'The Pulse Cure,' which emphasizes tracking heart rate variability (HRV) as a powerful tool for managing overall health. They delve into the autonomic nervous system, its significance in daily life, and how modern stressors differ from those faced by our ancestors. They discuss the use of wearable technology to monitor HRV, which can provide crucial insights into various aspects of health such as sleep, nutrition, and exercise. Dr. Faero also highlights the importance of lifestyle changes for managing stress, inflammation, and even chronic conditions like autoimmune diseases. This episode underscores the importance of small, incremental lifestyle adjustments rooted in ancestral practices to achieve long-term health benefits.

Find Dr. Torkil:

https://www.instagram.com/doc_torkil

https://thepulsecure.com/

https://www.facebook.com/thepulsecure#

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Time Stamps:

00:00 Introduction to Dr. Torkil Faero

00:59 The Pulse Cure: A Revolutionary Approach

02:19 Understanding Heart Rate Variability

03:08 The Impact of Stress on Health

07:54 The Role of Wearables in Health Management

20:32 The Importance of Metabolic Health

26:35 Nutrition and Heart Rate Variability

32:46 Understanding the Stress of Digestion

33:04 The Impact of Fasting on Heart Rate Variability

33:38 Identifying Food Intolerances Through HRV

34:08 Improving Sleep for Better Health

35:25 The Detrimental Effects of Alcohol

37:39 Tracking Supplements and Medications with HRV

40:19 HRV and Women's Health

44:14 Predicting Health Issues with HRV

46:36 Exercise and Heart Rate Variability

51:04 The Importance of Balance and Long-Term Health

56:38 Choosing the Right HRV Monitor

59:07 Conclusion and Final Thoughts