Heart Rate Variability: The Ultimate Wellness Metric with Dr. Torkil Færø

In this episode of the Healthy Team Healthy Business podcast, we’re joined by Dr. Torkil Færø, Norwegian general practitioner, emergency physician, author of the best-selling book The Pulse Cure, and expert in heart rate variability (HRV) and wearable health tech. Dr. Færø explains how HRV is one of the most powerful biomarkers we have for understanding the body"s response to stress, sleep, food, alcohol, exercise, and more. Using wearables like the Garmin watch, Oura Ring, and WHOOP band, he shares how everyday people—and especially business leaders—can leverage HRV data to make better lifestyle decisions, prevent chronic illness, and improve energy, resilience, and performance. 🔍 Topics We Cover:What is heart rate variability (HRV) and why it mattersThe autonomic nervous system and how HRV reflects its balanceWhy alcohol, late meals, and even chili might be tanking your recoveryThe surprising impact of wearables on personal and team healthHow HRV data reveals stress you didn’t even know you hadUsing continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) and HRV together for insightHow employers can use wearable tech to create healthier, higher-performing teams 🛠 Tools & Wearables Mentioned:Garmin Watches (recommended for HRV tracking)Oura RingWHOOP BandCGMs (Continuous Glucose Monitors) 📚 Resources:The Pulse Cure by Dr. Torkil Færø (available in English on Amazon)Dr. Færø on Instagram: @drtorkilWebsite: www.thepulsecure.comTorkil Færø (@dr.torkil) • Instagram photos and videos INSTAGRAM FACEBOOK OUR WEBSITE EMAIL: teamdudes@healthyteamhealthybusiness.net