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The mindbodygreen podcast explores the infinite possibilities of health & well-being. Hosted by founder and co-CEO Jason Wachob, each episode features a thought-provoking interview with a leader in the health space. Whether you’re thinking about changing what’s on your plate, how you move, or how you think, these conversations are sure to offer solutions in whole-body health.

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The mindbodygreen podcast explores the infinite possibilities of health & well-being. Hosted by founder and co-CEO Jason Wachob, each episode features a thought-provoking interview with a leader in the health space. Whether you’re thinking about changing what’s on your plate, how you move, or how you think, these conversations are sure to offer solutions in whole-body health.

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550: How you should walk, train, & shoe shop for optimized foot health | Renowned foot specialist & chiropractor Courtney Conley, D.C.

7/21/2024
“If I have weak toes and I have a foot that can't feel anything, the risk of falling goes up. It skyrockets,” says Courtney Conley, D.C. Courtney, a renowned foot health specialist and chiropractor joins us to discuss everything you need to know about taking better care of your feet, including: -A major misconception around cushioned shoes (~02:06) -The best toe shape for a shoe (~07:28) -The truth about zero-drop shoes (~09:49) -The link between foot strength & longevity (~13:33) -How to test your foot strength at home (~15:00) -Must-try at-home foot exercises (~16:00) -The importance of calf raises (~16:45) -When to use toe spacers (~25:12) -A+ shoe brands (~28:49) -Why flip flops are detrimental (~34:33) -How often should you walk barefoot? (~36:30) -Foot health concerns for kids (~47:00) -Homework for stronger feet (~51:45) Referenced in the episode: -Connect with Courtney on Instagram (@gaithappens) & YouTube (@gaithappens5872) -For online gait analysis & to book a consultation, visit https://gaithappens.com/ -Check out the shoe brands mentioned in this episode: Wildling, Paluva, Xero, Vivobarefoot, Belenka, Altra Running, Bedrock, Earth Runners, Natur Athletics, Tolos -Visit the Gait Happens Instagram for more calf raise demo videos & tips -Shop Courtney’s favorite foot health products at https://gaithappens.com/favorite-products -Pick up some Gait Happens Toe Spacers: https://gaithappens.com/product/toe-spacers/ -Research showing how much pressure it takes to stimulate receptors in the foot. (DOI: 10.1111/j.1532-5415.1997.tb00979.x) -Visit lumen.me/mindbodygreen.com to get 15% off your first order at Lumen. We hope you enjoy this episode, and feel free to watch the full video on YouTube! Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: podcast@mindbodygreen.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:58:52

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549: The largest predictor of longevity we don’t talk about | Performance coach & scientist Andy Galpin, Ph.D.

7/14/2024
“Nothing is better at improving VO2 max than challenging VO2 max,” says Andy Galpin, Ph.D. Andy, a kinesiology professor, co-director of the Center for Sports Performance at CSU Fullerton, and performance coach joins us to discuss all things VO2 max, including: -What is VO2 max & why should I care? (~01:35) -Does VO2 max decline with age? (~11:38) -The VO2 max scale (~13:05) -How to measure VO2 max (~14:30) -How long does it take to improve VO2 max? (~22:56) -How to improve your VO2 max (~24:37) -How often you should reach your max heart rate (~31:59) -A 20-minute VO2 max workout (~42:47) -HRV vs. VO2 max (~47:32) -Lifestyle tips to improve VO2 max (~59:31) Referenced in the episode: -Connect with Andy on Instagram (@drandygalpin) & YouTube (@drandygalpin) -Tune into his podcast, Perform with Dr. Andy Galpin on Apple Podcasts & Spotify -To learn more about Rapid Health, visit https://rapidhealthreport.com -Research on cardiovascular and muscle health in lifelong exercisers - A chart showing the average VO2 max by age and sex from the American College of Sports Medicine -The Breathing Gear System by Brian Mackenzie -Visit shop.mindbodygreen.com/coffee20 to get 20% off your first order of clean coffee+ -Head to zbiotics.com/mindbodygreen and use the code MINDBODYGREEN at checkout for 15% off your first order We hope you enjoy this episode, and feel free to watch the full video on YouTube! Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: podcast@mindbodygreen.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:54:34

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548: Why women live longer, but not better | Longevity expert Maddy Dychtwald

7/7/2024
“We want to match our healthspan and our brainspan to our lifespan,” says Maddy Dychtwald. Maddy, an entrepreneur, longevity expert, and bestselling author joins us to discuss the disparity between women’s lifespan and healthspan plus: -Why women live longer, but not necessarily better (~01:24) -Her thoughts on intermittent fasting for women (~03:26) -How telomeres impact our longevity (~07:56) -Cutting-edge longevity research (~10:17) -Can we eliminate zombie cells? (~11:27) -Are microbiome tests worthwhile? (~21:37) -The brain health benefits of meditation (~23:41) -How purpose & connections impact our health (~25:30) -The 6 types of fitness to focus on (~34:29) -Her take on hormone replacement therapy (~40:24) -Her tips for financial wellness (~45:50) Referenced in the episode: -Check out Maddy’s most recent book, Ageless Aging -Connect with Maddy on Instagram (@maddydychtwald) -Sign up for mindbodygreen’s longevity newsletter, The Long Game -Age Wave -Calico Labs: A biotech research firm that specializes in longevity and aging -Research on sexual abuse and suicide risk & research on abuse and suicide attempt risk -Research showing a positive attitude towards aging could extend your life by 7 years -Download Maddy’s Wealth/Health Connection Checklist and Wealth/Health Conversations guidebooks We hope you enjoy this episode, and feel free to watch the full video on YouTube! Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: podcast@mindbodygreen.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:51:14

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547: How to lose fat & build muscle at the same time | Exercise & nutrition scientist Bill Campbell, Ph.D.

6/30/2024
“Resistance training is the best anti-aging drug on the planet,” says Bill Campbell, Ph.D. Bill, an exercise and nutrition scientist and performance trainer joins us to discuss how to lose fat and build muscle at the same time, plus: -The basic elements of fat loss (~3:00) -How to craft a weekly workout schedule for muscle gains (~8:54) -His thoughts on drop sets (~18:58) -How men and women differentiate on muscle mass (~22:44) -The best anti-aging drug on the planet (~24:35) -When to take protein & creatine for optimal performance (~31:50) -How to identify high-quality protein sources (~34:50) -The ideal daily creatine dosage (~38:02) -The role cardio plays in fat loss (~40:50) -How do you define high-intensity exercise? (~46:42) -Where people go wrong with fat loss methods (~48:35) -Should you limit carbs to lose fat? (~53:00) Go to shop.mindbodygreen.com/coffee20 to get 20% off your first order of clean coffee+. Referenced in the episode: -Connect with Bill on Instagram (@billcampbellphd) -Visit Bill’s website for research news: https://www.billcampbellphd.com We hope you enjoy this episode, and feel free to watch the full video on YouTube! Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: podcast@mindbodygreen.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:56:10

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546: The secrets of supercommunicators | Award-winning journalist & author Charles Duhigg

6/23/2024
“The more we talk about how we communicate, the easier the communication is,” says Charles Duhigg. Charles, a Pulitzer Prize-winning reporter and author joins us to discuss how to become a supercommunicator, plus: -The 3 types of conversations we have (~04:20) -How to ask better, deeper questions (~08:30) -How to start conversations with strangers (~10:54) -Have younger generations lost the art of conversations? (~12:32) -How to communicate better with children (~18:11) -Why we should talk about communication more (~18:50) -How to be a better listener (~21:04) -How to be more persuasive (~22:28) -A simple tip to ease social anxiety (~26:09) -How to deliver bad news with grace (~29:02) -The connection between communication and longevity (~37:51) Visit shop.mindbodygreen.com/coffee20 to get 20% off your first order of clean coffee+. Referenced in this episode: -Pick up his new book: Supercommunicators: How to Unlock the Secret Language of Connection -The Harvard Study of Adult Development -His newsletter, The Science of Better -Visit lumen.me/mindbodygreen to get 15% off your Lumen Metabolism Tracker. We hope you enjoy this episode, and feel free to watch the full video on YouTube! Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: podcast@mindbodygreen.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:40:59

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545: How to live stronger, not just longer | Certified holistic nutritionist & personal trainer JJ Virgin, CNS

6/16/2024
“Aging is a privilege but aging powerfully is a choice,” says JJ Virgin. JJ, a celebrity nutritionist, Fitness Hall of Famer, personal trainer, New York Times bestselling author, founder, and podcast host, joins us to share actionable tips to live stronger, not just longer, plus: -Why she uses the mantra “Aging Powerfully” (~02:32) -Fast twitch vs. slow twitch muscles (~04:33) -How to start training fast-twitch muscles safely (~06:58) -Why you should choose practical > aesthetic exercises (~16:49) -How to think about your weekly workout schedule (~23:42) -When to double up on workouts (~29:37) -Her thoughts on protein recommendations for aging (~32:30) -Her favorite home-cooked dinners (~45:13) -How the weight loss discourse is changing (~47:16) -Her thoughts on Ozempic & how to raise GLP-1 naturally (~51:45) Go to shop.mindbodygreen.com/whey20 to get 20% off your first order of grass-fed whey protein isolate+. Referenced in the episode: -Follow JJ on Instagram (jj.virgin) & YouTube (@jjvirginvideos) -Subscribe to JJ’s podcast Well Beyond 40 -Research showing fast-twitch muscles (type II fibers) decline with age -Research showing those who are optimistic about aging live 7.5 years longer -Research showing fast-paced walking has more benefits than step count alone -Research showing appetite increases during and after menopause We hope you enjoy this episode, and feel free to watch the full video on YouTube! Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: podcast@mindbodygreen.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:01:06:05

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544: How to heal trauma through the mind-body connection | Peter Levine, Ph.D., psychologist & trauma expert

6/9/2024
“Trauma isn’t just what happened to us, but rather it's what we hold inside,” says Peter Levine. Peter, a psychologist and leading trauma researcher joins us to discuss how to heal trauma through the mind-body connection and how to use your active imagination for emotional growth, as well as: -How Peter defines trauma (~4:30) -A breathwork exercise for calming trauma response (~8:28) -His experience with active imagination (~15:30) -The connection between dreams & unconscious mind (~29:00) -His personal experience tapping into undiscovered traumatic experiences (36:40) -Signs you should try somatic experience (~41:00) -How to look out for trauma bonds (~43:00) -Relationship patterns & engrams (~44:01) -Actionable tips to heal past trauma (~46:00) -What about massage? (~49:48) -Can you ever get through trauma completely? (~52:00) Referenced in this episode: -Follow Peter on Instagram @drpeteralevine -Check out Peter’s new book, An Autobiography of Trauma: A Healing Journey -Visit somaticexperiencing.com to learn more about Peter’s approach to healing trauma -Visit shop.mindbodygreen.com/coffee20 to get 20% off your first order. -Visit lumen.me/mindbodygreen to get 15% off your order. We hope you enjoy this episode, and feel free to watch the full video on YouTube! Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: podcast@mindbodygreen.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:50:59

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543: How women should eat, exercise, & recover to gain lean muscle | Alyssa Olenick, Ph.D., exercise physiologist

6/2/2024
“If we’re well-fed and well-trained and well-recovered, we can do so much,” says Alyssa Olenick. Alyssa, an exercise physiologist, sports nutritionist, and ultra runner, joins us to discuss how women should eat, exercise, and recover to gain lean muscle, plus: -The exercise differences between men and women (~2:04) -Signs you’re in an energy deficit (~6:31) -How to assess recovery (~13:52) -The ideal protein & carb intake for women (~21:30) -Creatine benefits for women (~28:46) -Her favorite carbs for recovery (~34:17) -How women should approach resistance training (~39:55) -How to know you’re lifting heavy enough (~45:13) -Why you should try to lift to failure on occasion (~47:00) -How to make the most of a 30-minute workout (~52:50) -Her thoughts on drop sets (~54:45) -How to know it’s time to switch it up (~57:30) -What to do on your off days to stay active (~1:02:00) -Why you should take the stairs if you can (~01:06:05) Referenced in the episode: -Follow Alyssa on Instagram @doclyssfitness & YouTube @doclyssfitness. -Subscribe to Alyssa’s podcast Messy Middle -New research on creatine for brain health -Research on creatine’s benefits for hydration during the luteal phase -Doc Lyss Fitness -Research on energy deficits and carbohydrate intake in female athletes -Research on short-term benefits of creatine for cognitive function -Visit wildhealth.com/mbg for 20% off your Wild Health Membership.  We hope you enjoy this episode, and feel free to watch the full video on YouTube! Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: podcast@mindbodygreen.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:01:15:19

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542: The secret sauce to authentic success | Whole Foods co-founder & former CEO John Mackey

5/27/2024
“If something isn’t working, change it,” says John Mackey. John, the Co-Founder and former CEO of Whole Foods Market, joins us to discuss the art of balancing authenticity and success, his wins and losses as a CEO, and: -Who is John Mackey? (~1:30) -His thoughts on the Amazon merger (~5:30) -The high point of his many years as CEO (~8:36) -The biggest changes in groceries since 1980 (~11:20) -His thoughts on Sprouts, Erewhon, & Trader Joe’s (~13:30) -Money-saving tips for shopping at Whole Foods (~23:40) -The problem with fad diets (~26:45) -His secret sauce to success (~36:08) -How he keeps an open mind in business and life (~42:10) -Advice for entrepreneurs (~55:30) Visit shop.mindbodygreen.com/whey20 to get 20% off your first order of grass-fed whey protein isolate+. Referenced in the episode: -The Whole Story: Adventures in Love, Life, and Capitalism - John’s op-ed piece in the Wall Street Journal: “The Whole Foods Alternative to ObamaCare” -Love.life We hope you enjoy this episode, and feel free to watch the full video on YouTube! Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: podcast@mindbodygreen.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:57:50

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541: Detecting cancer & cognitive decline as early as possible | Andrew Lacy, co-founder & CEO of Prenuvo

5/20/2024
“Our health system is $5 trillion today, and we spend 3.5% of that on preventative healthcare,” says Andrew Lacy. Andrew, the founder and CEO of whole-body imaging company Prenuvo joins us to discuss early detection of cancer and cognitive decline and explain why preventative health care needs an update, plus: -How Prenuvo is different (~04:08) -What does Prenuvo & what does it test for? (~7:38) -What are the limitations? (~9:46) -The most common findings (~12:50) -My personal MRI experience & findings (~15:16) -Pancreatic cancer and why cancer rates are growing (~24:00) -Early biomarkers of dementia (~30:00) -What about radiation concerns? (~33:30) -How much does Prenuvo cost? (~34:06) -Why we need more preventative care (~35:58) -Why the current physcial exam is outdated (~37:27) -Why Andrew started Prenuvo (~40:30) Use discount code MINDBODYGREEN at checkout or visit http://prenuvo.com/MINDBODYGREEN for $300 off your Prenuvo Whole Body scan. Go to shop.mindbodygreen.com/support15 to get 15% off your first order of methylation+. Referenced in the episode: Prenuvo Increasing cancer rates amongst young adults How the brain shrinks with age How much money is spent on preventative care in the U.S. We hope you enjoy this episode, and feel free to watch the full video on YouTube! Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: podcast@mindbodygreen.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:41:38

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540: The science of manifestation | James Doty, M.D., neurosurgeon & Stanford professor

5/13/2024
“Through repetition, we manifest our intentions,” says James Doty, M.D. James, a neurosurgeon, compassion researcher, and Stanford professor joins us to discuss the science of manifestation and how to get what you want by fine-tuning your intentions, including: -The biggest misconceptions about manifestation (~02:18) -How to establish a manifesting baseline (~06:16) -How to manage expectations when manifesting (~10:07) -How to actually manifest wealth (~14:40) -James’s inspiring personal story (~16:20) -Hedonic happiness vs. eudaemonic happiness (~23:53) -The James Doty-approved manifestation method (~26:35) -How your surroundings sabotage your manifestations (~31:32) -How to identify your true intentions (~33:41) -How neuroanatomy influences manifestation (~45:45) -A final word of wisdom (~53:00) Visit shop.mindbodygreen.com to shop focus+ and use code FOCUSPOD for 20% off your first order. Cannot be combined with gift cards or other discount codes. Referenced in the episode: -Doty’s latest book Mind Magic: The Neuroscience of Manifestation and How it Changes Everything -MRI results from longtime meditators -The Harvard Study of Adult Development -Karen Armstrong’s portfolio of books on religion -​​The Power of Positive Thinking by Norman Vincent Peele We hope you enjoy this episode, and feel free to watch the full video on YouTube! Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: podcast@mindbodygreen.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:55:52

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539: How to achieve the best sleep of your life | Jade Wu, Ph.D., DBSM, board-certified behavioral sleep medicine psychologist

5/6/2024
“Broad-spectrum light exposure is the strongest and best kept secret for good quality sleep," says Jade Wu, Ph.D. Jade, a board-certified behavioral sleep medicine psychologist, joins us to discuss how to solve every sleep issue, plus: - Jade’s sleep hygiene tips (~00:41) - How to know if you have sleep apnea (~02:20) - How many people actually have insomnia (~07:45) - What to do if you can’t fall asleep (~09:47) - What to do if you wake up in the middle of the night (~13:38) - How performance anxiety relates to sleep (~17:30) - Jade’s research on CBT, sleep & cardiovascular health (~18:16) - How to nap responsibly (~21:32) - How to define quality of sleep (~26:21) - How air quality impacts your sleep (~32:28) - Time in nature & sleep quality (~37:14) - Jade’s POV on daylight savings (~39:50) - Why we should pay more attention to nightmares (~42:39) - The best types of white noise for sleep (~44:46) - Why sleep regularity is more important than duration (~47:08) Visit mindbodygreen.com/SLEEP25 and use code SLEEP25 to get 25% off sleep support+. Cannot combine with gift cards or other discount codes. Referenced in the episode: - Jade's book, Hello Sleep - SnoreLab - mbg Podcast episode #453, with Aric Prather, Ph.D. - Sign up for Jade's SleepRight study - Follow Jade on Audible - A study on the importance of sleep regularity We hope you enjoy this episode, and feel free to watch the full video on YouTube! Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: podcast@mindbodygreen.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:50:19

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538: Rating the most nutritious foods you can eat | Sarah Ballantyne, Ph.D., medical biophysicist

4/29/2024
“Diet plus lifestyle accounts for 40 to 50% of health outcomes," says Sarah Ballantyne, Ph.D. Sarah, a medical biophysicist and New York Times bestselling author, joins us to discuss how to get the most nutritional bang for your buck, plus: - Nutrition myths Sarah used to believe (~00:10) - Are seed oils really that bad for you? (~03:09) - Is linoleum acid unhealthy? (~04:22) - How to eat for cardiovascular health (~09:11) - Sarah’s POV on anti nutrients (~11:37) - Common nutritional deficiencies people are unaware of (~13:33) - Sarah’s view on fortified & enriched foods (~17:09) - What is the Nutrivore score? (~20:50) - Why coffee earns the highest score (~25:10) - The highest scoring fruits, legumes & seafood (~27:30) - The healthiest meat you can eat (~32:13) - The most nutritious type of milk (~36:54) - How Sarah ranks grains & sweeteners (~38:44) - Does alcohol have any nutritional value? (~43:11) - What to do with Nutrivore information (~44:22) - Biggest swaps Sarah has made in her own life (~46:00) - How to create a nutrient-dense plate for every meal (~47:13) - The pros & cons of nutrition information on social media (~49:49) Take 20% off clean coffee+ by visiting shop.mindbodygreen.com/coffee20. Cannot combine with gift cards or other discount codes. Referenced in the episode: - Sarah's book, Nutrivore - Follow Sarah on Instagram & TikTok - 5 servings of fruit & vegetables per day on mortality risk - Behavior (including diet/lifestyle) accounts for 40 to 50% of health outcomes We hope you enjoy this episode, and feel free to watch the full video on YouTube! Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: podcast@mindbodygreen.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:53:14

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537: What we’re still getting wrong about menopause | Mary Claire Haver, M.D., board-certified OBGYN

4/22/2024
“Menopause is inevitable, but suffering through it is not," says Mary Claire Haver, M.D. Mary Claire, a board-certified OBGYN and certified menopause practitioner, joins us to discuss everything a woman needs to know during this hormonal transition and beyond, including: - Old vs. new menopause (~00:07) - Signs of peri menopause in 30s, 40s & 50s (~02:04) - Sleep deprivation during menopause (~05:09) - Menopause weight gain (~06:36) - How to enhance body composition as you age (~09:25) - Protein needs for women (~14:20) - The link between food & hot flashes (~16:09) - Pros & cons of hormone replacement therapy (~18:43) - How to know if you’re a good candidate for HRT (~25:02) - Best questions to ask your doctor (~27:23) - Why we should have annual midlife wellness visits (~28:28) - The future of menopause care (~31:23) - A drug that can prolong estrogen production (~33:02) - How to measure estrogen swings (~35:10) - How to be your own menopause advocate (~39:35) Visit shop.mindbodygreen.com/whey20 to get 20% off whey protein isolate+. Cannot combine with gift cards or other discount codes. Referenced in the episode: - Mary Claire's book, The New Menopause - The Galveston Diet - Follow Mary Claire on Instagram - mbg Podcast episode #529, with Lisa Mosconi, Ph.D. - mbg Podcast episode #480, with Peter Attia, M.D. - Statins Peter mentions: PCSK9 inhibitors, Ezetimibe, and Bempedoic Acid - WHI study on frailty - A study on estrogen therapy & dementia - menopause.org - Mary Claire's Menopause Empowerment Guide - Tests to ask for at the doctor - Oviva Therapeutics We hope you enjoy this episode, and feel free to watch the full video on YouTube! Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: podcast@mindbodygreen.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:42:55

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536: Underrated tips to optimize metabolism | Casey Means, M.D., Stanford-trained physician

4/15/2024
“Extreme food cravings are a sign from your body that you are giving it mixed messages," says Casey Means, M.D. Casey, a Stanford-trained physician and the co-founder of Levels, joins us to discuss everything you need to know about optimizing your metabolism, including: - Casey’s powerful personal story (~00:14) - Metabolic health markers to have on your radar (~08:34) - Optimal levels Casey likes to see in patients (~14:05) - The 6 principles of “good energy” eating (~16:24) - Why protein is so key in balancing energy (~26:07) - Why muscle mass is so protective (~32:47) - Casey’s go-to breakfast (~34:04) - Casey’s grocery list must-haves (~37:52) - The best blood sugar-balancing hacks (~41:16) - The mind-metabolism connection (~46:53) - Why fear mongering with food makes metabolic health worse (~51:45) Referenced in the episode: - Casey's book, Good Energy - mbg Podcast episode #342, with Casey - A survey showing 80% of people are confused about nutrition - A study on glucose crashes predicting hunger later in the day - Research on the cell danger response - Sign up for Casey's newsletter - Use code MBG to save 20% off your Wild Health membership We hope you enjoy this episode, and feel free to watch the full video on YouTube! Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: podcast@mindbodygreen.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:56:35

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535: A longevity drug exists—would you take it? | Nir Barzilai, M.D., leading longevity researcher

4/8/2024
“We have to spend time on our health rather than spend time on diseases," says Nir Barzilai, M.D. Nir, a renowned longevity researcher, joins us to discuss pharmaceutical interventions to delay aging, plus: - What are gerotherapeutics? (~00:19) - What you need to know about antagonistic nutrients (~04:25) - Why healthcare costs don’t have to increase as people live longer (~08:55) - SuperAgers vs. Blue Zones (~12:40) - What are some science-backed longevity genes? (~15:14) - The hallmarks of aging (~19:54) - How metformin extends longevity (~22:46) - Who is the right candidate for longevity drugs? (~25:03) - The best age to take a longevity drug (~31:55) - Lifestyle interventions for healthy aging (~34:17) - Is fasting actually necessary? (~38:18) - What to know about mTOR (~41:19) - How to test your biological age (~43:10) - What to do in your 20s and 30s for healthy aging (~48:16) - The role of mindset in aging (~53:45) - How repurposing drugs has saved lives (~57:45) - Why women have the aging advantage (~01:03:42) Take 25% off vitamin D3 potency+ with code D3POD. Cannot combine with gift cards or other discount codes. Apply code at checkout. Referenced in the episode: - Nir's book, Age Later - Nir's SuperAger study - The SuperAgers family study - Learn about the antagonistic pleiotropy hypothesis of aging - Nir's study on metformin & aging - TAME trial - A study on metformin & COVID outcomes - A study on metformin & muscle hypertrophy - Nir's study on organ aging - A study on metformin & IGF1 - A study on centenarians & IGF1 - Episodes #363, #217 & #170, with David Sinclair, Ph.D. - Episode #207, with David Fajgenbaum, M.D., MBA, M.Sc., FCPP We hope you enjoy this episode, and feel free to watch the full video on YouTube! Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: podcast@mindbodygreen.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:01:05:39

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534: Mobility & bone-strengthening tips for women | Vonda Wright, M.D., M.S., board-certified orthopedic surgeon

4/1/2024
"There is never an age or a skill level where your body will not respond to the positive energy you put into it to become healthier," says Vonda Wright, M.D., M.S. Vonda, a double-board-certified orthopedic surgeon, joins us to discuss the best tips to build muscle, enhance bone density, and support mobility long-term, plus: - How the bones & muscles talk to each other (~00:09) - How to assess your bone & muscle health (~02:27) - How to measure joint health (~09:47) - How to assess VO2 max (~11:56) - Common lifestyle activities that harm bone & joint health (~13:43) - The impact of surfaces on bone health over time (~18:23) - How women should strength train as they age (~20:27) - Why Vonda doesn’t prefer weight machines (~23:40) - How Vonda recommends splitting up workouts (~25:43) - Should women do cardio as they age? (~29:19) - The power of exercise “snacks” (~32:36) - Why estrogen is the “elixir of longevity” (~35:02) - Vonda’s nutrition philosophy (~38:21) - The role of mindset in extending healthspan (~41:09) - How Vonda recommends surgery vs. lifestyle methods (~45:31) - The future of orthopedics & recovery (~47:59) - Why you shouldn’t underestimate the power to heal yourself (~50:51) Referenced in the episode: - Vonda's lab in Orlando, FL - Vonda's free Strong & Courageous guide with sample workouts - mbg Podcast episode #514, with Stacy Sims, Ph.D. - Check out Vonda's books Visit shop.mindbodygreen.com/whey20 to get 20% off whey protein isolate+. Cannot combine with gift cards or other discount codes. We hope you enjoy this episode, and feel free to watch the full video on YouTube! Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: podcast@mindbodygreen.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:51:09

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533: What to eat (& avoid) for a healthy gut microbiome | Tim Spector, M.D., epidemiologist & microbiome expert

3/25/2024
"You can change your gut microbiome within about a week just by altering your diet," says Tim Spector, M.D. Tim, an epidemiologist, gut microbiome expert, and award-winning scientist and author, joins us to discuss his top science-backed nutrition tips, what to avoid for optimal gut health, plus: - What we know about the microbiome today (~00:01) - How to eat for an optimal gut microbiome (~01:11) - Why there’s no such thing as superfoods (~05:58) - Tim’s POV on yogurt (~08:07) - How a carnivore diet impacts your microbiome (~10:39) - Why low-fat foods are worse for your gut (~15:06) - How to assess the health of your microbiome (~17:43) - How often should you poop? (~19:43) - The link between gut microbiome & healthy weight (~21:27) - The future of an Ozempic-like probiotic (~24:51) - The most surprising study Tim has worked on (~26:29) - What Tim eats in a day for gut health (~29:58) - How meal timing impacts your gut microbiome (~32:32) - How microbiomes beyond the gut influence health (~36:35) - Where gut health science will be years from now (~39:56) - 3 gut health tips everyone should keep in mind (~43:11) Take 20% off clean coffee+ by visiting shop.mindbodygreen.com/coffee20. Cannot combine with gift cards or other discount codes. Referenced in the episode: - Tim's book, Food For Life: The New Science Of Eating Well - Check out ZOE - Blue dye study and recipe - A study on obesity & gut health - A study on twins' sugar & fat responses - A study on snack timing - Learn more about ZOE's big IF study - A study on the gut microbiome & melanoma We hope you enjoy this episode, and feel free to watch the full video on YouTube! Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: podcast@mindbodygreen.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:43:41

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532: Why I eat 12 lbs of salmon a week | GiGi Ashworth, The Salmon Queen

3/18/2024
“Every single time I eat salmon, I just feel like a million bucks," says GiGi Ashworth. GiGi, an allergen-friendly food personality and cook affectionally known as "The Salmon Queen," joins us to discuss everything you need to know about the omega 3-rich fish, including: - What made GiGi fall in love with salmon? (~00:03) - How GiGi dealt with restrictive eating habits (~05:14) - What she thinks of the carnivore diet (~08:59) - Other seafood GiGi loves (~13:14) - How to know if you should get an allergy test (~14:51) - Why “farm-raised” is not a dirty word (~25:26) - How to avoid parasites in fish (~31:14) - What GiGi thinks about mercury exposure (~33:25) - GiGi’s second favorite type of seafood (~35:10) - How GiGi orders at restaurants (~37:14) - Her favorite salmon recipe (~39:16) - GiGi’s main goal for salmon lovers (~43:07) - Get to know GiGi’s husband, a PhD, actor & producer (~47:05) Trigger warning: This podcast contains mentions of disordered eating. Referenced in the episode: - GiGi's book, Seduced By Salmon - Follow GiGi on Instagram - GiGi's allergy test photo - Vivoo - Kvarøy Arctic, Blue Circle Foods, MOWI Salmon, and Bakkafrost Visit shop.mindbodygreen.com/whey20 to get 20% off whey protein isolate+. Cannot combine with gift cards or other discount codes. We hope you enjoy this episode, and feel free to watch the full video on YouTube! Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: podcast@mindbodygreen.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:56:53

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531: Is trauma the root of your health issue? | Sara Gottfried, M.D., integrative medicine doctor

3/11/2024
"In my practice, a significant number of people with autoimmune disease have a history of toxic stress and trauma," says Sara Gottfried, M.D. Sara, a Harvard- and MIT-trained integrative medicine doctor and four-time New York Times bestselling author, joins us to discuss the emotional triggers for autoimmune disease, plus: - How traditional medicine falls short with autoimmune disease (~00:02) - Subtle signs of an autoimmune issue (~02:25) - How trauma impacts your health (~04:27) - How to know if your health condition has emotional ties (~12:03) - How to identify your body’s trigger points (~16:21) - How stress impacts your inflammatory response (~19:07) - How to correctly follow an elimination diet (~23:39) - What Sara learned from psychedelic-assisted therapy (~27:12) - Why you should know your sensitivity threshold (~30:37) - MDMA versus ketamine-assisted therapy (~35:59) - The future of psychedelics in medicine (~45:29) - Why we shouldn’t put holistic medicine on a pedestal (~49:03) - How to have nuance with lifestyle & pharmaceutical methods (~52:33) - How to measure your ACE score & why it matters (~56:33) Take 25% off vitamin D3 potency+ with code D3POD. Cannot combine with gift cards or other discount codes. Apply code at checkout. Referenced in the episode: - Sara's book, The Autoimmune Cure - mbg Podcast episodes #486 and #340, with Sara - Kaiser Permanente ACE study - NHANES survey on antinuclear antibodies - mbg Podcast episode #125, with Jason Karp - A 2021 study on MDMA & PTSD - Sara's ACE questionnaire We hope you enjoy this episode, and feel free to watch the full video on YouTube! Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: podcast@mindbodygreen.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:53:38