Want to give your health a boost? In this episode, we speak with Catharine Arnston, CEO of Energybits, about the science behind algae and how it can benefit our mitochondria and women’s health. From cancer protection to better sleep and increased energy, Catharine shares her insights on the power of algae to help reach optimal health. In this episode you’ll hear: 1:50 – Nutritional and healing benefits of algae 3:00 – Macroalgae v. microalgae 4:25 – The difference between spirulina and chlorella 6:35 – Short and long term benefits of spirulina 10:55 – Benefits of chlorella 12:00 – Chlorella for sleep 12:50 – What happens to our mitochondria as we age? 20:00 – Phycocyanin in spirulina for cancer therapy & Alzheimer’s disease 24:00 – Chlorella to pull out toxins 24:50 – Chlorella for osteoporosis & vitamin K2 27:15 – Chlorella for gut health 30:40 – Is there anyone who shouldn’t take spirulina or chlorella? 33:00 – Doing CrossFit at 86 34:30 – Discount code References If you want to give algae a try, you can visit the ENERGYbits® website at energybits.com. Use discount code AFN for 20% off your order! Note: Alternative Food Network gets a commission if you decide to make a purchase using discount code AFN.Doctors+ podcast, Episode 10: The Role of Nutrition in Mitochondrial Dysfunction and Chronic Disease Plant-Based Diet, Episode 5: Algae: The Food of the FutureCredits Host: Esther Garfin Sound Recording & Editing: Will Crann