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Dr. Melissa Ilardo

05/26/25

@ Andrew Huberman

Pregnant women divers may have a genetic adaptation that lowers their diastolic blood pressure while diving, potentially protecting them from hypertensive disorders during pregnancy.

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Behaviors That Alter Your Genes to Improve Your Health & Performance | Dr. Melissa Ilardo

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Behaviors That Alter Your Genes to Improve Your Health & Performance | Dr. Melissa Ilardo

05/26/25

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These women dive throughout their pregnancies, sometimes until the day they give birth, and return to diving just days after childbirth, which has significant implications for their health and resilience.

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The ability to dive and hold breath has led to physiological adaptations in divers, such as larger spleens and improved oxygen utilization, which may also influence their cardiovascular health.

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The study of the Henyo divers may reveal protective mechanisms against sleep apnea and hypertensive disorders, potentially leading to new therapeutic approaches for pregnant women.

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The Bajau people have adapted genetically to free diving, showcasing remarkable physiological traits that enhance their diving capabilities.

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