EP64- Gut health and Energy for Athletes - with Dr Kirstin Lauritzen

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In episode 64 I have the great pleasure of interviewing Dr Kirstin Lauritzen. Personal Functional Medicine practitioner for high performers and elite athletes. Dr Kirsten earned her doctorate in Chiropractics and then continued to get a Masters degree in Human Nutrition and Functional Medicine. She helps high performers and athletes achieve their peak performance by integrating health and fitness together. She is the founder and owner of her own practice Northwest Functional Medicine and founder of drkirstin.com.

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Website: Drkirstin.com

In this episode we cover

How stress (cortisol and inflammation breaks down your muscle mass - for both athletes and non athletes.
Why endurance athletes are most susceptible to gut issues.
Sports supplements - the good the bad, the downright awful. What works and what doesn't.
The importance of rest and recovery - pro athletes understand this but the non-pros don’t understand why its as important to recover as it is to train.
Probiotics

Disclaimer: This podcast is for general information purposes only and does replace medical advice or other professional health care services. The guests interviewed on this podcast are in no way connected to Re-Invent Health and are free to express their opinions based on their professional discretion. The use of information on this podcast is at the user’s own risk. The subject matter is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
29 Apr 2022 English South Africa Health & Fitness · Food

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