How to Control Your Metabolism by Thyroid & Growth Hormone | Episode 17
Main Takeaways
- Metabolism is not only about weight loss but also the consumption and use of energy for tissue growth and repair.
- The functions of metabolism include injury repair, brain tissue repair, and energy conversion.
- Most of the body's resting metabolic needs are due to the brain's activity. The brain requires 75% of the total metabolic needs.
- Muscle burns more energy than fat, so increasing muscle and reducing fat can help increase metabolism.
- Hormones control many of the body's functions, including thyroid hormone, which promotes metabolism and converts energy.
- The thyroid hormone acts on muscle, liver, cartilage, and bone.
- Iodine, which is found in table salt and some foods, is necessary for the production of thyroid hormones.
- Growth hormone is involved in the repair and growth of tissue, and its release is stimulated during sleep and exercise.
- Weight lifting or endurance exercise, as well as sauna use, can help release growth hormone.
- Supplements like arginine can also increase growth hormone levels, but it is essential to consult a doctor before taking them to avoid side effects.
