61: The Shocking Truth About Energy, Fatigue & Chronic Disease – Boost Mitochondrial Power with Dr. Bruce Hoffman
Jun 01, 2025•1 hr 5 min
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🎙️ Episode Summary:In this episode of "Hormones, Metabolism, and You," Dr. Cassie Smith, who specializes in functional medicine endocrinology, teams up with Dr. Bruce Hoffman, an expert in integrative medicine, to delve into the crucial role that mitochondria play in chronic illnesses. They discuss how problems with mitochondria can lead to a range of health issues and stress the importance of getting our mitochondria back in shape.
Dr. Hoffman introduces the idea of the cell danger response and shares practical strategies to boost cellular health. These include making lifestyle changes, adjusting our diets, and being mindful of our environment. The episode highlights a comprehensive approach to healing that considers physical, emotional, and environmental aspects.
About Dr Bruce Hoffman:
Dr. Bruce Hoffman, MSc, MBchB, FAARM, IFMCP is a Calgary-based Integrative and Functional medicine doctor/practitioner. He is the medical director at the Hoffman Centre for Integrative Medicine and The Brain Treatment Centre of Alberta, specializing in complex medical conditions. He was born in South Africa and obtained his medical degree from the University of Cape Town.
✨ Key Topics Covered:
Why Mitochondria Might Be the Missing Link in Chronic Illness
How Functional Medicine Unlocks the Body’s Natural Healing Blueprint
The ‘Cell Danger Response’: Your Body’s Silent SOS and What It Means for Recovery
Fueling Your Cells: Why Energy Production Is at the Core of True Health
Your Internal Clockwork: How Circadian Rhythms Shape Your Metabolism and Hormones
Toxins, EMFs, and More: Surprising Environmental Triggers That Drain Your Mitochondria
Rebooting Cellular Health: Proven Strategies to Wake Up Sluggish Cells
Healing Beyond the Physical: The Overlooked Power of Emotional and Mental Health
Eat, Move, Sleep, Thrive: Lifestyle Upgrades That Supercharge Your Mitochondria
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Connect with Dr. Bruce Hoffman:
○ Website: Hoffman Centre For Integrative Medicine https://www.hoffmancentre.com/
○ Instagram: @drbrucehoffman
○ Facebook: The Hoffman Centre for Integrative Medicine
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