Episode 92. The Pulse Cure with Dr Torkil Færø
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In this episode, Dr. Avi sits down with Dr. Torkil Færø — Norwegian GP, emergency physician, photographer, and author of The Pulse Cure. They dive into the world of Heart Rate Variability (HRV) and how this one powerful metric can transform the way you monitor stress, recovery, and overall health.
From wearables like Garmin and WHOOP to lifestyle shifts in sleep, food, and breathwork, Dr. Færø shares what your heart is trying to tell you — before symptoms even show up.
💡 Whether you’re curious about wearable data, want to improve your HRV, or are just starting to track your health, this episode is packed with science, stories, and strategies you’ll love.
🔑 Key Topics Covered:
– What HRV really tells us about our health
– Top causes of hidden stress (hint: food & alcohol)
– Devices that track HRV — pros & cons (Garmin, WHOOP, Oura)
– How breathwork, cold exposure, fasting & sun can improve recovery
– Why lifestyle data empowers patients more than ever before
– How Dr. Færø turned personal burnout into a new mission in medicine
📘 Learn more about The Pulse Cure (available on Audible and ebook)
📱 Follow Dr. Torkil on Instagram: @doc_torkil
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Instagram: @dr_charlton_lifestyle_gp
Facebook: Dr Charlton Lifestyle GP
🌐 Book a consultation or download free resources via www.mlcclinic.com.au
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