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 algae3:00 – Macroalgae v. microalgae4:25 – The difference between spirulina and chlorella6:35 – Short and long term benefits of spirulina10:55 – Benefits of chlorella12:00 – Chlorella for sleep12:50 – What happens to our mitochondria as we age? 20:00 – Phycocyanin in spirulina for cancer therapy & Alzheimer’s disease24:00 – Chlorella to pull out toxins24:50 – Chlorella for osteoporosis & vitamin K227:15 – Chlorella for gut health30:40 – Is there anyone who shouldn’t take spirulina or chlorella?33:00 – Doing CrossFit at 8634:30 – Discount code ReferencesIf 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 FutureCreditsHost: Esther GarfinSound Recording & Editing: Will CrannBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/show/plant-based-diet/support.