013 Shawn Wells – On Mitochondrial Health, Supplements, & Tribe

00:57 – Introducing today’s guest, Shawn Wells05:53 – Shawn breaks down the role of mitochondria its impact on energy07:14 – Insufficient Cellular Energy (ICE) states09:38 – Glycation, explained12:17 – Signs of accelerated glycation14:10 – The benefits of the supplement, Berberine16:22 – The value of context17:53 – The importance of checking and modulating your blood sugar20:23 – How Barberry works22:09 – How chronic low-grade inflammation can affect our mitochondria25:06 – Dr. Stephanie and Shawn discuss why it’s not ideal to rely on caffeine and other energy boosters that have negative side effects28:39 – Dr. Stephanie explains oxidative phosphorylation29:25 – How keto works30:49 – Key differences between ketogenic diets and Standard American Diet39:41 – Digestive resistant starches45:39 – Benefits of being metabolically flexible51:22 – Shawn’s favorite foundational supplements55:11 – Dr. Stephanie and Shawn talk about the supplement NAD59:02 – The power of mitochondrial pathways1:02:21 – The value of recovery1:03:44 – Happiness1:06:50 – Sleep deprivation and social jetlag1:09:19 – Community and sex1:11:47 – Shawn answers a series of rapid-fire questions1:18:21 – Where listeners can follow Shawn1:18:59 – Dr. Stephanie thanks Shawn for joining the show1:19:23 – Where listeners can follow Dr. Stephanie and subscribe to her newsletterTWEETABLE QUOTES“What happens though, that’s so important that we’re finding out, why I say, ‘mito is the new keto,’ is that we are often in insufficient cellular energy states, which is an acronym called ICE. And, there’s something else that’s in neurological diseases, it’s a very similar idea called brain energy gap.” (07:14)“It’s [Berberine] been shown in studies to be as effective, if not more effective, than Metformin, which is known as an incredible glucose disposal agent.” (14:47)“One of the ways that keto works is that you’re not creating as much oxidation and you are using an alternate fuel source – ketones – and you are insulin-resistant, and you are in this insufficient cellular energy state, and you don’t have enough glucose readily available for substrate. That’s why keto is a miracle.” (29:34)“It’s a beautiful thing in terms of evolution that we could be by the ocean, we could be in the trees, we could be in a barren winter wasteland, we could be in whatever climate all over the world and find a food source. That’s incredible.” (46:53)“When we’re in an optimized state, when our mitochondria are functioning optimally, we’re not only anti-aging, anti-disease, pro-energy, but we’re able to deal with stress better.” (1:01:08)“I think happiness is a choice. Every day you can choose whether you’re happy or not, whether you’re positive or not.” (1:04:24)“I have amazing people like you [Dr. Stephanie] in my life because of the energy I’m putting out is coming back to me. And, it’s so important that yes you’ve been burned, yes you’ve been hurt, but don’t let that change what’s going out because that’s what’s going to come back.” (1:12:44)“Whatever you’re thinking right now is your weakness is actually probably your superpower. You’re hiding it away and it’s the thing you’re so blessed for that makes you unique. And, once you let it out, you’ll become so powerful.” (1:15:28)LINKS MENTIONEDBetter! WebsiteDr. Stephanie’s WebsiteDr. Stephanie’s Twitter – @dr_stephanieDr. Stephanie’s Instagram – @dr.stephanie.estimaDr. Stephanie on LinkedInShawn’s WebsiteShawn’s Instagram – @zonehaloShawn’s LinkedInShawn’s Twitter – @ZoneHaloShawn’s FacebookENJOYING THE SHOW, READY FOR MORE?Please Subscribe to Better! With Dr. StephanieJoin our Private Facebook Community for Better!Rate and Review: Show your support and help spread the word by writing a review, along with a 5-star rating on Apple Podcasts: https://bettershow.co/apple🎙️🎙️🎙️Podcast production and marketing provided by FullCast ****************************P.S. When you're ready, here are two ways Dr. Stephanie can help you:Subscribe: The Mini Pause — My weekly newsletter packed with the most actionable, evidence-based tools for women 40+ to thrive in midlife.Build Muscle: LIFT — My progressive strength training program designed for women in midlife. Form-focused, joint-friendly, and built for real results. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.