A Potent NON-Drug Hack For Blood Pressure, Giant Beaver Attacks During Cold Therapy, A Simple Mineral Trick For Muscle & More With Dr. Cody Strodtman

Ben Greenfield

Mar 26, 2026

Episode description

Full Show Notes: bengreenfieldlife.com/adaptive

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Cody Strodtman, a naturopathic doctor, acupuncturist, and the author of "Your Life, Your Choice: The Rise of Adaptive Medicine." Broadcasting from their respective homes in Idaho and Portland, Oregon, Ben and Cody dive deep into the science of adaptive medicine—a philosophy that encourages listeners to transform everyday lifestyle practices into powerful medicine.

Cody unpacks the essence of adaptive medicine, drawing from a decade-long obsession with understanding health beyond just treating disease. You’ll hear compelling discussions on circadian rhythms, environmental hormesis (think: cold plunges and sauna sessions), breathwork, fasting, and innovative techniques to optimize both body and mind. Cody shares science-backed routines—from inspiratory muscle training that can lower blood pressure, to strategic uses of cold and heat for boosting immunity and recovery.

Dr. Cody Strodtman is a leading authority in Adaptive Medicine, blending his medical expertise and training as a Naturopathic Doctor and Acupuncturist, with a passion for empowering individuals to optimize their health. In his book, Your Life, Your Choice: The Rise of Adaptive Medicine, Dr. Strodtman offers foundational insights on preventing, treating, and reversing chronic diseases, while also enhancing performance and longevity. His unique approach emphasizes the power of lifestyle change, inspiring individuals to take control of their health through their behaviors.

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Mindsip insights from this episode:

Balance light, movement, and eating for optimal circadian rhythm

Your 24-hour body clock is set by three key ratios: light versus darkness, movement versus rest, and eating versus fasting.

#circadian

#sleep

Train breathing to lower blood pressure by nine points

Performing just 30 resisted inhales a day through a device or puckered lips can lower systolic blood pressure by nine points, with effects lasting six weeks after stopping.

#blood-pressure

#breathing

Utilize hypoxia breathing to boost stem cell circulation by 50%

Briefly lowering your oxygen levels through intermittent hypoxic breathing can activate genes that increase your circulating stem cells by as much as 50%.

#hypoxia

#stem-cell

Train your nervous system to embrace flexibility

Stretching is less about lengthening muscles and more about training your brain to perceive new ranges of motion as safe, which reduces the nervous system's protective tension.

#flexibility

#nervous-system

Utilize cold therapy to alleviate chemotherapy side effects

Using cold gloves and socks during chemotherapy can almost completely abolish the painful nerve damage known as peripheral neuropathy.

#cancer

#cold-therapy

Take cold showers to boost energy before workouts

Taking a cold shower for just two to five minutes before the gym is described as one of the best free pre-workout supplements for boosting energy and motivation.

#cold-therapy

#energy

Preserve muscle during fasting with baking soda

Taking small amounts of baking soda during a prolonged fast helps preserve muscle by providing sodium and buffering pH, preventing the body from breaking down its own protein.

#fasting

#muscle

Utilize sauna sessions to significantly lower blood pressure

Two sauna sessions per week were shown to lower systolic blood pressure by 23 points, which is nearly double the effect of the common prescription drug HCTZ.