The Mindbodygreen Podcast

“Your mind is your life force," says Caroline Leaf, Ph.D. Caroline, a cognitive neuroscientist, joins us to discuss her tips for a more resilient brain, plus: - The biggest impact on mental health right now (~03:42) - Why younger people are struggling more with mental health (~07:25) - How to heal your inner child (~12:15) - How mindset impacts trauma healing (~15:54) - How to have a more resilient brain (~19:55) - Daily practices to strengthen your mind muscles (~23:21) - How your thoughts impact nutrient absorption (~28:03) - Caroline’s 5-step mind management process (~32:21) - The myth about forming long-term habits (~41:15) - How your brain functions in the morning vs. at night (~45:21) - How to enhance brain health as you age (~52:30) - The link between worry & dementia (~55:09) - What’s overrated & underrated for brain health (~01:01:49) - How to raise resilient, happy kids (~01:08:24) - How to calm a child down from a temper tantrum (~01:11:54) Trigger warning: This episode includes mentions of suicid

“Retirement remains the enemy of longevity," says Howard Tucker, M.D. Howard, a 101-year-old neurologist, joins us to discuss the keys to living a longer, happier life, plus: - Howard’s Friday martini ritual (~00:17) - Howard’s regular workday (~00:55) - The secret to a healthy, long marriage (~03:32) - Howard’s daily tips for longevity (~05:44) - What Howard eats in a day (~08:24) - The secret sauce of longevity (~13:51) - Howard’s take on biohacking “shortcuts” (~16:45) - How to maintain a sharp, healthy brain (~19:58) - What we’re still getting wrong about aging (~21:40) - The role of mindset in longevity (~24:54) - How to live a healthy & joyful life (~28:15) Referenced in the episode: - Learn more about Howard. - Contribute to Howard's documentary Kickstarter. - Keep up with Howard on Instagram and TikTok. 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: pod

“The primary goal for anyone who wants to focus on fat loss—not lean tissue loss—is to maintain your muscle. So resistance training needs to be the priority," says Holly Baxter. Holly, an accredited practicing dietitian, competitive bodybuilder, and fitness coach, joins us to discuss how to build the ultimate exercise program, plus: - Holly’s background & professional work (~00:05) - Why Holly works primarily with women (~04:15) - Why some people lose muscle mass on Ozempic (~10:37) - How to lose weight without losing muscle (~11:56) - How to build lean muscle in 30 minutes per day (~16:41) - How to get an intense workout with just your body weight (~27:54) - Why women should exercise with blood flow restriction (~32:48) - How long you should recover between exercises (~36:33) - How many reps is too many (~42:12) - How to organize your workouts throughout the week (~53:14) - How to balance cardio & strength training (~54:55) - How much protein you should eat before a workout (~59:51) - When to incorporate ful

“The data shows that engagement in spiritual practices leads people to be healthier and live longer, happier lives," says David DeSteno, Ph.D. David, a psychologist and professor at Northeastern University, joins us to discuss the science behind spiritual practices and how they can benefit our well-being, plus: - How David defines spirituality (~03:07) - The science-backed health benefits of spirituality (~06:27) - The power of believing in something bigger than yourself (~09:54) - Why spirituality is just as important as exercise & nutrition (~12:49) - How organized prayer benefits your health (~14:52) - Why organized religion is declining (~18:57) - Why church should be more like Burning Man (~22:35) - Are fitness classes the new faith institutions? (~25:45) - Do fitness instructors have a greater responsibility? (~31:46) - Where spirituality meets AI technology (~34:06) - How to assess your spiritual health (~41:05) - Easy ways to flex your “soul muscles” (~43:00) - How meditation makes you nicer (~48:51)

“Research shows that people who do new things are happier—even something as simple as trying new restaurants," says Gretchen Rubin. Gretchen, a leading happiness scholar and bestselling author, joins us to discuss how to tap into your five senses—which, in turn, helps strengthen your mental health, creativity, and energy—plus: - Why Gretchen wrote a book on the 5 senses (~00:11) - How to make mindfulness more approachable (~05:03) - What you need to know about the 9 senses (~09:59) - The reason some people love rewatching TV shows (~12:30) - The health benefits of Opposite Day (~15:45) - How to find joy in the mundane (~19:44) - The benefits of boredom (~25:27) - How to become a better listener (~27:29) - How to use music to boost your energy (~32:57) - The interplay of smell & taste (~36:25) - How to know if you’re an abstainer or a moderator (~43:26) - The healing power of touch (~48:31) - What to do when you walk into a party alone (~50:47) - Why touch is so tied to emotion (~54:38) - How your brain filter

“Respect your body where it is,” says Christine Yu. Christine, an award-winning sports journalist and author, joins us to discuss everything women should know about starting an exercise routine, plus: - Christine’s personal & professional background (~00:15) - How women & men exercise differently (~02:46) - Why women tend to have more knee injuries (~05:04) - How to prevent injuries as you age (~13:21) - The importance of rest & recovery for kids (~17:48) - How to raise your kids to be good sports (~22:20) - How early you should start strength training (~25:44) - How to eat for hormonal balance (~30:42) - Where women have more strength advantages over men (~34:51) - How to enhance your mental game (~39:38) - Why so many people get injured playing pickle ball (~44:38) - How long you actually need to rest & recover after an injury (~48:07) - The importance of joy in exercise (~54:43) - The future of exercise research (~57:18) - The woman athlete Christine admires most (~01:00:51) Trigger warning: This podcast

“I spent the first half of my life putting people to sleep and doing surgery. I’m spending the second half of my life waking them up and preventing surgery," says Matt Cook, M.D. Matt, a pioneering regenerative medicine expert, joins us to discuss all the biohacking tools that will transform longevity as we know it, plus: - Matt’s personal & professional background (~00:18) - The different types of injections in Matt’s practice (~03:51) - The science & benefits of NAD+ therapy (~07:56) - How early screening technology can save your life (~18:54) - How to know if you’re biologically fit (~26:08) - How to assess your VO2 max & why it matters (~29:16) - What you need to know about Ozempic (~31:52) - Can you microdose Ozempic? (~38:28) - Who should avoid peptide injections like Ozempic? (~43:44) - Other peptide injections for gut health, immunity & more (~49:04) - A primer on stem cell therapy (~51:04) - The best lifestyle habits to optimize your gut microbiome (~56:36) - Wild meat versus grass-fed, farm-raised m

“Disease and pain aren't our enemies. Our job is not to get rid of them but to learn from them," says Gladys McGarey, M.D. Gladys, a 102-year-old board-certified integrative medicine doctor, joins us to discuss all of her her tried-and-true secrets for longevity, plus: - Gladys’ personal & professional background (~02:13) - Why longevity doesn’t have to be complicated (~07:48) - Gladys’ six pillars of longevity (~09:29) - The power of mindset for longevity (~14:01) - How to overcome pain & trauma (~18:35) - How Gladys defines health (~20:14) - The connection between spirituality & healing (~22:35) - How we can overcome the loneliness epidemic (~24:15) - How lack of purpose sabotages your health (~27:52) - How Gladys overcomes adversity (~30:11) - What we should all do more of to live healthier lives (~31:40) - How to find your purpose (~34:18) - One thing everyone should do to promote longevity (~37:19) - What advice Gladys would give her younger self (~37:59) - What Gladys eats in a day (~38:50) - How Gladys

"Keep an eye on your muscle mass. Treat it like it is literally gold," says Juliet Starrett. Kelly and Juliet Starrett, mobility pioneers who have spent decades working with pro-athletes, Olympians, and Navy Seals, join us to discuss the daily movement tips that can literally save your life, plus: - Kelly & Juliet’s background and health journey (~01:59) - What we’re still getting wrong about movement (~10:20) - How to optimize your walk (~19:57) - The power of small movement breaks (~25:33) - The health benefits of fidgeting & perching (~28:23) - How to avoid & get rid of cankles (~31:32) - How to minimize the negative effects of sitting (~35:10) - How to promote better mobility & range of motion (~38:52) - How to dress up your daily walk (~45:55) - The real reason people get injured playing pickle ball (~50:40) - How to avoid injuries in an active lifestyle (~54:10) - Why you should do downward facing dog every day (~57:58) - Why jumping is the key to good health (~59:27) - The best mobility practices by de

“There’s no such thing as a good or bad memory. There's a trained memory and an untrained memory," says Jim Kwik. Jim, a leading expert in brain optimization, memory improvement, and accelerated learning, joins us to discuss how to enhance your brain power, plus: - Jim’s powerful brain heath journey (~02:03) - Practices that help Jim become a leader in brain optimization (~08:25) - Why we’ve been taught to learn all wrong (~16:24) - The 10 keys for a more focused brain (~22:06) - How to boost your reaction time by 30% (~28:40) - The health benefits of cleaning your space (~34:33) - Why you should be a lifelong learner (~37:45) - Sneaky & common habits hurting your memory (~39:48) - Is AI helping or hurting our brain health? (~47:22) - How to know if you have digital dementia (~48:57) - How to improve your selective memory (~52:54) - A trick to remember people’s names (~57:25) - The best learning & memorization tips by decade (~01:02:43) - The health benefits of reading (~01:04:44) - How to identify your uniqu

“If you're scared of something, make yourself do it," says Lydia Fenet. Lydia, a globally recognized speaker and charity auctioneer, joins us to discuss how to train yourself to be more confident, plus: - Lydia’s journey to becoming an auctioneer (~01:36) - How Lydia built confidence in her career (~04:47) - How to build confidence in kids (~07:09) - Confidence vs. self-esteem (~10:48) - Lydia’s power move when she’s feeling insecure (~14:11) - How to measure your own confidence level (~19:00) - The role of attractiveness in confidence (~21:38) - How to rethink failure & avoid a victim narrative (~25:02) - How your mindset can affect your physical health (~29:22) - How to strengthen your confidence muscles (~32:10) - How posture & movement habits affect confidence (~34:00) - How to own the room with ease (~37:15) - Why we’re so captivated by energy & enthusiasm (~42:10) - How to know if someone’s lying to your face (~43:34) - The difference between online & IRL confidence (~46:46) - What makes a good & bad au

Attention listeners: We have been getting so much wrong about longevity.  After all, what's the point of living to 100 if you're not being joyful?  In celebration of our new book, The Joy Of Well-Being, integrative medicine doctor and four-time New York Times bestselling author Sara Gottfried, M.D., interviews Colleen and I about the wellness myths we see all the time and the simple longevity tips that have changed our lives. In this special episode, we cover: - What we've never shared about our fertility journey (~01:35)  - Colleen’s experience with a near-catastrophic pulmonary embolism (~09:11) - How do you know when it’s time to change your life (~14:37) - How to separate the fundamentals & accessories of well-being (~20:16) - Why Colleen & I decided to write a book together (~24:33) - How to discover the “doc stars” on social media (~28:06) - How social connection can save your life (~31:44) - How to exercise for longevity (~34:15) - The importance of protein & building muscle mass (~36:20) - Why love is

“Our standard of what is healthy has declined," says Michelle Shapiro, R.D. Michelle, a functional dietitian, joins us to discuss all of her nutrition tips to reduce anxiety, optimize hunger hormones, and improve digestion, plus: - Michelle’s background & weight loss journey (~01:51) - How to lose weight in a healthy way (~05:37) - How to know if your hunger hormones are off (~07:05) - What we’re still getting wrong about weight loss (~12:30) - How to eat to reduce anxiety (~17:01) - How to know if you have a gut issue (~19:36) - The dichotomy between intuitive eating & diet culture (~24:51) - How Ayurveda & traditional Chinese medicine influence her practice (~33:43) - Michelle’s top tips to enhance digestion (~35:55) - The link between hydration & hunger (~39:55) - How to support & detox your liver (~42:12) - Why you shouldn’t take nutrition studies at face value (~52:26) - The middle ground between body positivity & functional nutrition (~59:11) - How to reduce acid reflux (~01:03:10) - Michelle’s top 5 he

“So many of us walk around clinically dehydrated, we don't even realize it," says Cynthia Thurlow, N.P. Cynthia, a nurse practitioner, bestselling author, and globally recognized expert in intermittent fasting, joins us to discuss her functional nutrition tips for sustainable, long-term health, plus: - Cynthia’s background & personal health journey (~02:09) - Why burnout is so common among nurse practitioners (~10:57) - How Cynthia became an expert in intermittent fasting (~17:27) - How she defines intermittent fasting & time-restricted eating (~20:59) - How long you should wait in between meals (~23:10) - How to get enough protein while intermittent fasting (~26:00) - How to build & maintain muscle mass (~30:48) - What Cynthia eats in a day for metabolic health (~38:51) - Why she prioritizes salt in her diet (~45:09) - How to gauge your tolerance to fat (~46:31) - Why more women need to consider taking creatine (~51:08) - The best nutrients for a good night’s sleep (~54:22)  Order a copy of my new book The

“Trauma is not the event. It's the response of how it gets stored," says Scott Lyons, Ph.D. Scott, a clinical psychologist and body-based trauma expert, joins us to discuss how we all can recover from drama addiction, metabolize trauma, and break free of the stress cycle, plus: - Scott’s personal story & professional work (~00:16) - How to know if you’re addicted to drama (~07:16) - How to tap into your reflective narrative (~12:40) - When should you grow out of temper tantrums? (~17:50) - How trauma gets passed down across generations (~24:00) - How stored trauma can negatively impact your health (~28:13) - How to minimize pressure & shame in the wellness space (~33:09) - How to know if you’re hiding behind a wellness front (~38:46) - How to live with less drama & stress (~44:44) - How to stop social media from stressing you out (~49:09) - How to identify weaponized empathy (~57:09) - The most common dramatic archetypes (~59:59) - How to raise drama-free kids (~01:12:58) Order a copy of my new book The Joy

“Stand up, don't sit, get your steps in, and we can literally accomplish miracles," says Jillian Michaels. Jillian, a personal trainer who many of you probably know from NBC's hit show, The Biggest Loser, joins us to discuss everything she’s learned since being on the show, her best nutrition and exercise tips, plus: - How Jillian’s wellness philosophy has evolved over time (~0:44) - Why Ozempic isn’t actually a quick fix for weight loss (~09:36) - What we’re still getting wrong about nutrition (~16:29) - How your mindset influences your health outcomes (~23:24) - Jillian’s foundational fitness tips she tells her clients (~27:19) - How to get a good workout in just 10 minutes (~33:09) - Red flags in a personal trainer (~36:20) - Jillian’s serious back injury & how she recovered (~41:51) - Jillian’s advice for those dealing with chronic pain (~59:35) - How to recognize your personal pain triggers (~01:02:26) - Why the wellness space often overlooks nuance (~01:08:11) - The importance of broadening your health

"You're preparing for sleep the moment that you wake up," says Louisa Nicola. Louisa, a neurophysiologist and human performance coach, joins us to discuss how to optimize your brain metabolism, plus: - Louisa’s background & personal health journey (~00:17) - What is Neuro Athletics? (~01:49) - The link between sleep & brain health (~06:24) - How exercise impacts your sleep (~08:34) - How to set yourself up for a good night’s sleep (~13:02) - How alcohol affects your brain & how much you can drink (~15:37) - Louisa’s best jet lag hacks (~24:14) - Physical activity vs. exercise (~26:47) - How aerobic & resistance exercise benefit your brain (~28:36) - How exercise can reduce anxiety & depression ~36:40) - The benefits of proprioceptive training (~38:43) - Why creatine supplements deserve more hype (~44:43) - How taking care of your brain also helps your heart (~50:10) - How to know if you have a healthy brain (~53:56) - Louisa’s personal nutrition philosophy (~55:20) - How to optimize your brain regardless of a

“We're clearly over-nourished, under-muscled, under-slept, and overstressed. All of those things dramatically impact our state of health," says Peter Attia, M.D. Peter, a Stanford, John Hopkins, and NIH-trained physician, joins us to discuss how we can actually eradicate cardiovascular disease, plus: - Peter’s personal connection to healthspan & heart health (~00:58) - The four horsemen that lead to death (~03:25) - What’s driving chronic disease? (~06:37) - What is ApoB & why is it important? (~11:26) - Does exercise play a role in lowering ApoB? (~17:37) - How pharmaceuticals can lower ApoB (~18:35) - Why aren’t we talking about these heart disease treatments? (~22:36) - The best lab tests to measure cardiovascular health (~31:39) - The best lifestyle modifications for heart health (~36:36) - Labs you should demand at the doctor (~39:01) - Peter’s personal nutrition philosophy (~43:34) - How to eat more protein every day (~46:48) - Why exercise is the ultimate elixir (~53:09) - What we still don’t know abou

“No two guts are the same. So how can their diets be the same?” says Vincent Pedre, M.D. Vincent, a board-certified internist and functional gut health expert, joins us to discuss everything you need to know about healing your gut, plus: - What’s new in the world of gut health (~00:15) - New research that changed Vincent’s perspective on gut health (~08:59) - The link between gut health & mental health (~16:14) - What people with the healthiest gut microbiomes eat (~21:25) - How to recover your gut from a round of antibiotics (~24:56) - Vincent’s favorite fermented foods (~27:33) - Should you become a seasonal dairy eater? (~30:46) - How mindfulness can enhance your gut health (~32:33) - How to assess your own gut health at home (~36:56) - How often you should actually be pooping (~38:09) - The updated science on fecal transplants (~40:53) - Vincent’s take on stool testing (~45:24) - The future of personalized health care (~51:00) - Why you can’t out-diet a stressed out lifestyle (~53:16) Order a copy of my

“What are the pieces to your health puzzle? It's going to be different for everybody," says Will Cole, D.C. Will, a leading functional medicine expert and New York Times bestselling author, joins us to discuss how important your thoughts and feelings are for your overall health, plus: - Will’s motivation behind his newest book (~00:16) - How your emotional health impacts your physical health (~02:02) - How unresolved trauma manifests as health issues (~04:57) - How to acknowledge & heal your trauma (~07:32) - How to know if you have shameflammation (~08:31) - How to navigate anxiety around your health (~11:52) - How people worry themselves sick (~17:33) - How to recognize generational trauma (~20:20) - The power of breathwork for your health (~21:59) - How to do a social network cleanse & why you should (~24:58) - Why you shouldn’t internalize everything you see on social media (~26:15) - The best low-cost wellness hacks (~34:52) - How to balance mind, body & environmental health (~38:59) - How to metabolize