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Back to SearchHow to Build Strength, Muscle Size & Endurance | Dr. Andy Galpin
Episode 65
In this episode, I discuss fundamental principles of strength and hypertrophy training and building endurance, along with the mechanisms underlying them. Joining me is Dr. Andy Galpin, Professor of K…
Published on 3 years, 8 months ago
Controlling Sugar Cravings & Metabolism with Science-Based Tools
Episode 64
I explain how to blunt sugar cravings through fundamental knowledge of how sugar is sensed, metabolized, and utilized within the body. I explain how sugar is processed through the digestive tract and…
Published on 3 years, 8 months ago
Using Salt to Optimize Mental and Physical Performance
Episode 63
I discuss the role of salt (sodium) in the nervous system and the key role that it plays in mental performance, physical performance and health. I explain how the brain senses salt levels in our body…
Published on 3 years, 9 months ago
How to Build, Maintain & Repair Gut Health | Dr. Justin Sonnenburg
Episode 62
My guest this episode is Dr. Justin Sonnenburg, Professor of Microbiology & Immunology at Stanford University. Dr. Sonnenburg’s research focuses on how microbes in our gut impact our mental and physi…
Published on 3 years, 9 months ago
How to Enhance Your Gut Microbiome for Brain & Overall Health
Episode 61
In this episode, I discuss the profound effect the gut has on the nervous system. I cover the structure and function of the gut-brain axis and the role of the gut microbiome in the brain and overall …
Published on 3 years, 9 months ago
Using Hypnosis to Enhance Mental & Physical Health & Performance | Dr. David Spiegel
Episode 60
My guest is Dr. David Spiegel MD, Associate Chair of Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences, Director of the Center on Stress and Health and Director of the Center for Integrative Medicine at Stanford Univ…
Published on 3 years, 9 months ago
The Science of Love, Desire and Attachment
Episode 59
In this episode, I discuss the psychology and biology of desire, love and attachment. I explain how childhood attachment types are thought to inform adult attachment styles to romantic partners, and …
Published on 3 years, 10 months ago
Using Play to Rewire & Improve Your Brain
Episode 58
In this episode, I discuss the transformative nature of play—how it changes our feelings, thoughts and actions and indeed, how it can rewire our brain to function better in all contexts. I explain th…
Published on 3 years, 10 months ago
Optimizing Workspace for Productivity, Focus, & Creativity
Episode 57
In this episode, I discuss ways to set up your workspace to optimize productivity, focus and creativity. I discuss how to adjust light, physically arrange your work environment, and leverage body pos…
Published on 3 years, 10 months ago
Science of Mindsets for Health & Performance | Dr. Alia Crum
Episode 56
My guest is Dr. Alia Crum, Associate (tenured) Professor of Psychology at Stanford University and Director of the Stanford Mind & Body Lab. Dr. Crum is a world expert on mindsets and beliefs and how …
Published on 3 years, 10 months ago