443: Understanding Heart Rate Variability (HRV) and Why This Health Metric Matters with Dr. Molly Maloof

Could the rhythm between your heartbeats be secretly predicting how long you'll live? The tiny variations happening inside your chest right now might be the most overlooked health metric in modern medicine. While most people obsess over cholesterol and blood pressure, researchers have discovered that heart rate variability (HRV) may be a more powerful predictor of your longevity, stress resilience, and overall vitality. In this eye-opening conversation with renowned physician Dr. Molly Maloof, we uncover why this hidden metric matters more than you think and how understanding it could transform your approach to health. From why your evening glass of wine tanks your recovery to the shocking connection between phone addiction and plummeting HRV scores, Dr. Maloof shares practical, evidence-based strategies to rebuild your body's resilience. Discover which trackers and wearables are most accurate, how simple breathing techniques can dramatically improve your numbers, and why stimulating your vagus nerve might be the secret to reclaiming your stress resilience in midlife. Catch the full episode on YOUTUBE HERE: https://bit.ly/MidlifeConversationsYouTube Learn More About Dr. Molly Maloof: https://www.instagram.com/drmolly.co https://drmolly.co/ Free Gifts for being a listener of Midlife Conversations! Mastering the Midlife Midsection Guide: https://theflatbellyguide.com/ Age Optimizing and Supplement Guide: https://ageoptimizer.com Thank you to our show sponsors! JUST THRIVE: Visit https://justthrivehealth.com and save 20% on your first 90 day bottle of Just Thrive probiotic with promo code: NATALIEJILL Connect with me on social media! Instagram: www.Instagram.com/Nataliejllfit Facebook: www.Facebook.com/Nataliejillfit For advertising inquiries: https://www.category3.ca/ Disclaimer: Information provided in the Midlife Conversations 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. 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 making any changes to your current regimen. Information provided in this podcast and the use of any products or services related to this podcast does not create a client-patient relationship between you and the host of Midlife Conversations or you and any doctor or provider interviewed and featured on this show. Information and statements may have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent ANY disease. Advertising Disclosure: Some episodes of Midlife Conversations may be sponsored by products or services discussed during the show. The host may receive compensation for such advertisements or if you purchase products through affiliate links. Opinions expressed about products or services are those of the host and/or guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of any sponsor. Sponsorship does not imply endorsement of any product or service by healthcare professionals featured on this podcast.