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EPISODE · Mar 18, 2026 · 50 MIN

Break the Stress Spiral with Dr. Scott Sherr

from Well Beyond 40 · host JJ Virgin

Why does your metabolism seem to grind to a halt even when you’re doing everything "right"? I'm joined by Dr. Scott Sherr, a specialist in health optimization and internal medicine, to dive deep into why so many of us feel completely exhausted and metabolically stuck. We explore the "Sympathetic Spiral of Doom," a state where chronic stress and failing mitochondria leave you wired, tired, and unable to recover. You’ll learn why supporting your cellular energy is the foundational first step to reclaiming your resilience and finally breaking free from the cycle of burnout. What you’ll learn: (05:30) Why feeling wired and exhausted at the same time is a major red flag. (06:00) What the “sympathetic spiral of doom” is and how it starts. (07:00) How chronic stress and mitochondrial dysfunction feed off each other. (10:00) Why traditional lab tests often miss early warning signs of burnout. (13:00) The difference between top-down stress and bottom-up biological stress. (20:00) How being stuck in fight-or-flight impacts digestion, sleep, and muscle. (24:30) What cortisol really does to your body over time. (29:30) How supporting your mitochondria can improve sleep and reduce anxiety. Love the podcast? Here’s what to do: Subscribe to the podcast. Leave a review. Text a screenshot to me at 813-565-2627 and wait for a personal reply because your voice is so important to me. Want to listen to the show completely ad-free? Go to http://subscribetojj.com Click “TRY FREE” and start your ad-free journey today! When you’re ready, enjoy the VIP experience for just $4.99 per month or $49.99 per year (save 17%!) Full show notes (including all links mentioned): https://jjvirgin.com/cellularhealth Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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