<p dir="ltr">In this episode, Dr. Jockers dives deep with Dr. Sara Pugh into how light influences your mitochondria, hormones, and inflammation in ways food alone never could. You’ll hear how sunrise sets your body clock, why sunset prepares your system for rest, and how the balance of light and darkness fuels cellular health.</p> <p dir="ltr"> </p> <p dir="ltr">You’ll learn how artificial blue light at night can disrupt cortisol, blood sugar, and cravings, and why the wrong kind of light exposure can be just as damaging as poor nutrition. Discover why your mitochondria respond to light as much as to food and how this hidden factor impacts your mood, metabolism, and resilience.</p> <p dir="ltr"> </p> <p dir="ltr">We also explore practical steps—like grounding, sauna use, and cold therapy—that boost your energy and improve sleep. Along the way, you’ll find out why sunscreen and sunglasses may do more harm than good, and how structured water and omega-3 fats fit into the bigger picture of cellular repair.</p> <p dir="ltr"><br> <br> In This Episode:</p> <p dir="ltr">00:00 Understanding the Benefits of Sunrise and UV Light</p> <p dir="ltr">02:23 Introduction to Dr. Sara Pugh and Quantum Biology</p> <p dir="ltr">03:11 The Importance of Sunlight and Mitochondrial Health</p> <p dir="ltr">15:26 The Role of UVA and UVB Light in Health</p> <p dir="ltr">20:39 The Impact of Light on Metabolism and Hormones</p> <p dir="ltr">25:54 Structured Water and Its Health Benefits</p> <p dir="ltr">32:32 The Power of Keystone Bacteria</p> <p dir="ltr">32:35 Why Most New Year's Resolutions Fail</p> <p dir="ltr">32:53 The Problem with Probiotics</p> <p dir="ltr">33:44 A Nine-Day Fasting Experiment</p> <p dir="ltr">36:30 Understanding Leptin and Its Effects</p> <p dir="ltr">37:49 The Role of Blue Light and Vitamin A</p> <p dir="ltr">38:29 The Leptin Melanocortin Pathway</p> <p dir="ltr">38:56 Low Leptin and Its Causes</p> <p dir="ltr">41:55 The Importance of Lab Testing</p> <p dir="ltr">43:12 Breaking a Long Fast: Lessons Learned</p> <p dir="ltr">46:17 The Benefits of Sauna and Cold Therapy</p> <p dir="ltr">50:09 Cold Face Plunge: A Simple Hack</p> <p dir="ltr">53:15 Connecting with Nature and Embracing Discomfort</p> <p dir="ltr">55:14 Balancing Cortisol and Growth Hormone</p> <p dir="ltr"><br> <br></p> <p dir="ltr">Looking for a clean, nutrient-packed snack? Paleo Valley’s Grass-Fed Meat Sticks are free from sugar, additives, and preservatives—just pure protein and healthy fats to keep cravings in check and support muscle and immune health. They come in delicious flavors like Original, Garlic Summer Sausage, and Teriyaki, and they’re even kid-approved. Try them today and get 15% off your order at <a href="http://paleovalley.com/jockers">paleovalley.com/jockers</a>.</p> <p dir="ltr"><strong><br></strong>Think heartburn comes from too much stomach acid? Think again. Most digestive issues actually stem from too little stomach acid. That’s why I recommend Just Thrive Digestive Bitters—they naturally stimulate stomach acid, bile, and enzymes to improve digestion, reduce bloating, and boost nutrient absorption. Save 20% off your order with code JOCKERS at <a href="http://justthrivehealth.com/">justthrivehealth.com</a>.<br> <br></p> <p dir="ltr"> </p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>"<strong>The two biggest deficiencies driving chronic disease aren’t nutrients—they’re sunlight and darkness.</strong>"</strong><br> <br></p> <p dir="ltr"> </p> <p> </p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>Subscribe to the podcast on:</strong></p> <p dir="ltr"><strong><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dr-jockers-functional-nutrition/id1497791107"> Apple Podcast</a></strong></p> <p dir="ltr"><strong><a href="https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/dr-jockers-functional-nutrition">Stitcher</a></strong></p> <p dir="ltr"><strong><a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/5l0LkYqW29ksV9Ut3hPuto">Spotify</a></strong></p> <p dir="ltr"><strong><a href="https://www.podbean.com/podcast-detail/p6zet-b72f4/Dr.-Jockers-Functional-Nutrition-Podcast"> PodBean</a></strong></p> <p dir="ltr"><strong><a href="https://tunein.com/podcasts/Health--Wellness-Podcasts/Dr-Jockers-Functional-Nutrition-p1291695/?lang=es-es">  TuneIn Radio</a></strong></p> <p dir="ltr"> </p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>Resources:</strong></p> <ul> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Get 15% off Paleovalley: <a href="http://paleovalley.com/jockers" target="_blank" rel="noopener">paleovalley.com/jockers</a> – Use code JOCKERS</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Save 20% on Just Thrive: <a href="https://justthrivehealth.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">justthrivehealth.com</a> – Use code JOCKERS</p> </li> </ul> <p> </p> <p dir="ltr"> </p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>Connect with <strong>Dr. Sara Pugh</strong></strong><strong>:</strong></p> <ul> <li dir="ltr" role="presentation">Website: https://busysuperhuman.com/<br> <br> <strong></strong></li> </ul> <p><strong></strong></p> <p>