The Superfood for Hormones, Energy & Aging—Why Algae Changes Everything | ENERGYBits

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Dr. Tyna Moore

Alternative Health, Health & Fitness

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🗓️ 10 April 2025

⏱️ 60 minutes

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EP 205: Catharine Arnston, founder and Chief Scientific Officer of ENERGYbits, is back for another fascinating conversation—this time focused on women’s health, hormones, and the power of algae. We dive into how spirulina and chlorella support mitochondrial function, balance hormones, and deliver potent antioxidant benefits, all grounded in decades of research. Catharine's passion for algae began when her sister fell ill, sparking a journey that led to the creation of ENERGYbits. Her deep knowledge and infectious enthusiasm make this a must-listen for anyone curious about how a simple, sustainable superfood can make a big impact. Check Out ENERGYbits | Click Here & use code DRTYNA for 20% off Topics Discussed: How does algae support women’s hormonal health and balance? What are the benefits of spirulina and chlorella for mitochondrial function? Can algae help with symptoms of perimenopause and menopause? Why is algae considered one of the most nutrient-dense superfoods? How do antioxidants in algae improve overall health and energy levels? On This Episode We Cover: 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:02:20 - Manufacturing process 00:04:22 - Different types of algae 00:06:37 - Manufacturing process 00:12:49 - Vegan collagen 00:14:43 - Mitochondrial health & estrogen 00:19:32 - Perimenopause 00:26:11 - Women’s aging & hormone health 00:28:49 - Estrogen levels 00:34:55 - Dr. Tyna’s experience with ENERGYbits 00:38:04 - Carnivore diet & chlorophyll 00:40:50 - Red light 00:45:43 - B Vitamins & decision fatigue 00:47:31 - Constipation 00:49:53 - Aging and finding joy 00:56:04 - Testimonials Further Listening: EP. 139: Algae 101 | Catharine Arnston of Energy Bits Hormones Playlist Sponsored By: ENERGYbits | Click Here & use code DRTYNA for 20% off Disclaimer: Information provided in this podcast is for informational purposes only. This information is NOT intended as a substitute for the advice provided by your physician or other healthcare professional, or any information contained on or in any product. Do not use the information provided in this podcast for diagnosing or treating a health problem or disease, or prescribing medication or other treatment. Always speak with your physician or other healthcare professional before taking any medication or nutritional, herbal or other supplement, or using any treatment for a health problem. Information provided in this blog/podcast and the use of any products or services related to this podcast by you does not create a doctor-patient relationship between you and Dr. Tyna Moore. Information and statements regarding dietary supplements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent ANY disease.

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0:00.0	our soils are so damaged, our food is so over processed, and it's almost impossible to be properly
0:07.2	nourished. And everybody I know has a countertop full of supplements. And when you take algae,
0:14.8	because there's 40 vitamins and minerals that we test, there's probably like 200 micronutrients in there
0:20.4	we haven't just tested for,
0:21.8	you can eliminate many of your other supplements and they're going to be much better for you
0:26.3	anyways.
0:27.4	You are tuned into the Dr. Tina Show with Dr. Tina Moore. For more, visit Dr. Tina.com.
0:33.8	On this episode of the Dr. Tina show, I'm sitting down with Catherine Arnston.
0:38.2	Catherine is the chief scientific officer and founder of Energy Bits.
0:41.9	She is literally the algae fairy, as I joke.
0:45.0	She was on the show last year, and we laid out all the scientific evidence around
0:49.3	Chlorella and spirulina and how algae can be a really beneficial superfood.
0:55.9	This time she came back because we wanted to talk about all things women, midlife women, hormones, mitochondrial health, antioxidants,
1:02.5	you name it. We went through it and its relationship to algae, spirulina and Chlorla specifically.
1:07.3	I think you're going to find this conversation fascinating. I always enjoy talking with her, so let's jump in. Catherine, thank you so much for coming back on the Dr. Tina show today to talk
1:16.3	about all things algae. I had you on last year, and it was mind-blowing, and I'm so excited to have you
1:21.1	back. Well, Dr. Tina, thank you. I love being a frequent flyer with you. Awesome. I hope that I provide a good service.
1:29.2	I've been flying around a lot lately in the last year, and I have definitely got my
1:34.1	opinions on different airlines.
1:36.1	Yes, yes.
1:37.5	I do have notes.
1:40.2	I try to go for, you know, a high level of customer satisfaction here.
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