Longevity Lab is an extension of Santa Fe Osteopathic Medicine that specializes in metabolic wellness and the reversal of chronic diseases. 

By combining evidence-based medicine, advanced diagnostics, and personalized health optimization plans, we help individuals regain control over their health, improve energy, and extend their health span. 

Our holistic approach targets the root causes of metabolic dysfunction, empowering clients to prevent and even reverse conditions such as diabetes, obesity, and cardiovascular disease.

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COLD PLUNGING

Cold plunging, also known as cold water immersion, offers several metabolic benefits due to how the body responds to sudden cold exposure. Here are some key ways that it can affect your metabolism:

Increased Brown Fat Activation

• Brown adipose tissue (BAT) is a special type of fat that burns calories to generate heat.

•  Cold exposure stimulates thermogenesis in BAT, increasing calorie expenditure and improving metabolic rate.

Improved Insulin Sensitivity

• Cold plunging can enhance glucose uptake by muscles and fat tissues, improving how the body responds to insulin. 

• This may help with blood sugar regulation, especially in those with insulin resistance or metabolic syndrome.

Enhanced Mitochondrial Function

   •   Cold exposure challenges cells to produce more energy, which can stimulate mitochondrial biogenesis.

   •   Better mitochondrial efficiency means improved cellular metabolism and energy production.

Hormonal Effects

   •   Cold plunges increase norepinephrine levels, a hormone and neurotransmitter that:

      •   Boosts alertness and focus

      •   Promotes fat breakdown (lipolysis)

      •   Increases metabolic rate

Reduction in Systemic Inflammation

   •   Chronic inflammation impairs metabolic function.

   •   Cold immersion can reduce inflammatory cytokines, helping restore metabolic balance and potentially aiding weight management.

Summary

Cold plunging may support metabolism by:

   •   Activating calorie-burning brown fat

   •   Enhancing insulin sensitivity

   •   Stimulating mitochondria

   •   Elevating metabolism-boosting hormones

   •   Lowering inflammation

• Brown adipose tissue (BAT) is a special type of fat that burns calories to generate heat.

•  Cold exposure stimulates thermogenesis in BAT, increasing calorie expenditure and improving metabolic rate.

INFARED SAUNA

Infrared saunas represent a revolutionary advancement in wellness technology, offering a more effective and comfortable alternative to traditional saunas. Unlike conventional saunas that rely on heating the air around you, infrared saunas infrared waves that directly warms your body, similar to how the sun naturally warms your skin on a pleasant day.

Infrared Sauna Benefits:

Improved Circulation & Cardiovascular Health

•   Infrared heat can promote vasodilation (widening of blood vessels), potentially lowering blood pressure and improving circulation.

•   May mimic some effects of moderate exercise.

Detoxification (Sweating)

•   Induces deep sweating, which may help eliminate toxins like heavy metals or BPA, though evidence is mixed and limited.

Muscle Recovery & Pain Relief

•   Infrared heat can penetrate deeper into muscles and joints, potentially reducing inflammation, stiffness, and soreness.

•   Often used for chronic pain conditions (e.g., arthritis, fibromyalgia).

Relaxation & Stress Reduction

•   Promotes a parasympathetic (“rest and digest”) state, helping with stress, anxiety, and sleep quality.

Skin Health

•   May improve skin tone and clarity by increasing circulation and promoting sweat-driven cleansing.

Metabolic & Weight Management

•   Modest calorie burn due to increased heart rate and thermoregulation.

PHOTOBIOMODULATION

Photobiomodulation, also known as Red Light Therapy, will be coming soon!

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