In this episode of the Small Steps Big Wins podcast, Sue explores the diverse and impressive background of Dr. Torkil Faero, a general practitioner, emergency room physician, documentary filmmaker, author, and photographer based in Norway. In 1996 he was one of the first Norwegian medics to work for Doctors Without Borders when he worked in war-torn Angola. Over a 25-year career as a freelance doctor, he has worked all over Norway, had tens of thousands of consultations and gained a unique picture of the diseases that plague us. He has learned that the cause is most often found in the stresses our lifestyles place on our bodies. Dr. Faero discusses his transformative health journey sparked by his father’s death, leading him to fundamentally change his lifestyle and focus on health. He introduces his book, ‘The Pulse Cure,’ which emphasizes the significance of heart rate variability (HRV) in monitoring stress and maintaining health. Dr. Faero delves into how leveraging technology like HRV tracking devices can reveal hidden stressors and improve overall well-being. The conversation also touches upon the benefits of cold exposure, intermittent fasting, and the effects of nutrition and sleep on health. He advocates for minimal but consistent lifestyle changes to foster health and well-being. Through his personal and professional insights, the podcast illuminates the potential of HRV and modern technology in enhancing preventive medicine and empowering individuals to take control of their health.
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