Could it be we’ve been taking our temperatures wrong all this time? Jason’s guest Dr. Wade Webster says while traditional mercury based thermometers are capable of reading our bodies correct core temperature, we would need to keep the thermometer continually inserted for ten minutes or more. His company Prima-Temp is creating options for capsulized internal thermometers which one day may be fueled by the human body itself. A notifier would be sent to a mobile device so the user will know exactly what their core temperature is. The benefits behind knowing our core temperatures are driving additional research, but today we know the brain synchronizes the cells in the body based on the temperature of our surroundings. Our exposure to light (heat) also benefits us by assisting us in fighting infections, dealing with infertility issues and helping us take medications at optimum times.
Key Takeaways:
[:58] What is a core temperature?
[1:56] What about traditional thermometers?
[3:19] The brain synchronizes the cells of the body
[4:08] The circadian rhythm
[5:23] Problems caused by living outside your circadian rhythm
[7:35] Fertility issues can be resolved by understanding circadian rhythm
[8:29] The device will send the information to your cell phone
[10:12] Making a digestible circuit for the body to produce its own energy
[10:54] $40 for a tablet for men, batteries included, the Priya ring for females is $200
[12:26] Insurance plans may or may not cover the cost
[12:57] Circadian health is important for fighting infections
[14:14] Contact Dr. Wade Webster
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