In this episode of the Boss Body Podcast, Dr. Tim Jackson and endocrinologist Dr. Kelsey Dexter discuss the vital roles of circadian rhythms and mitochondrial health in overall well-being. Dr. Dexter shares her personal health journey, highlighting her struggles with thyroid and autoimmune conditions, and how sunlight exposure improved her symptoms. They critique conventional endocrinology’s limitations, advocating for a holistic approach that includes red light therapy, adaptogens, and comprehensive thyroid panels. The episode emphasizes understanding the interconnectedness of bodily systems and the importance of lifestyle factors in achieving optimal health.

Episode highlights:

• Importance of circadian rhythms in overall health
• Role of mitochondrial health in cellular function and energy production
• Personal health struggles leading to exploration of sunlight and circadian practices
• Limitations of conventional endocrinology in treating chronic illnesses
• Significance of thyroid health and comprehensive testing, including antibody checks
• Impact of red light therapy on thyroid health and autoimmune conditions
• Connection between diet, processed foods, and metabolic health
• Relationship between blood sugar regulation and sleep disturbances
• Influence of lifestyle factors on nervous system health and stress levels
• Advocacy for a holistic and integrative approach to health and wellness

Connect with guest:

I’m a decentralized endocrinologist and herbalist with a mission to disrupt the common medical paradigm by empowering patients to achieve health and vitality through foundational health principles, quantum and circadian health.  I practice in Tennesse and am a full-time clinician as well as a single mom of two young boys and owner of too many cats.

Social Media: @kelseydextermd

Skool group: https://www.skool.com/circadian-health-revival-2974

Episode Transcript

Click the link below to read the transcript from today’s episode:

https://healyourbody.org/episode105

All the best,

Dr. Tim Jackson