In this episode:
Cordyceps sinensis is a fungus that grows in the high Himalayan forests and has been used for centuries in Chinese medicine. Recently there has been interest in its ability to boost endurance performance? What does the evidence say? The Medical Mailbag dives in. Then a conversation on a revolutionary approach to rehabilitation, where the perspective shifts from being a patient to viewing oneself as an athlete in training. Dr. Kevin Stone, a leading orthopedic surgeon, articulates the importance of mindset in recovery, encouraging individuals to think of their injuries not as setbacks but as opportunities for growth and improvement. This shift in perspective is crucial as it empowers patients to actively engage with their recovery process, utilizing available resources such as local gyms and outdoor spaces to maintain fitness and well-being during their healing journey.
Segments:
[09:56]- Medical Mailbag: Cordyceps Sinensis supplements for endurance performancemance
[38:12]- Interview: Kevin Stone
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