Modern Wisdom cover image

Modern Wisdom

#700 - Dr Andrew Huberman - The Secret Tools To Hack Your Brain

Oct 30, 2023
Dr. Andrew Huberman, a renowned neuroscientist from Stanford, shares groundbreaking insights on optimizing brain and body health. He discusses the profound effects of breathing on facial structure and mental resilience, along with the dangers of vaping. Learn how to boost willpower through science and tackle procrastination with engaging challenges. He dives into the balance between fitness and cognition, dispelling myths around weight training, and explores the surprising benefits of red light therapy for eye health, all wrapped in a humorous take on modern masculinity.
03:03:58

Episode guests

Podcast summary created with Snipd AI

Quick takeaways

  • Mouth breathing and overconsumption of soft foods can lead to changes in facial structure and poor aesthetics.
  • Nasal breathing improves brain function, sinuses, cardiovascular health, and metabolic health.

Deep dives

Importance of Nasal Breathing and Chewing for Facial Development

Mouth breathing, especially in children, can lead to changes in facial structure and make individuals less attractive. Chewing hard foods, especially on both sides of the mouth, is essential for tooth, mouth, and face development. The field of orthodontia, such as braces, is seen as a consequence of poor breathing and overconsumption of soft foods. Restoring normal craniofacial development through proper nasal breathing and chewing can improve aesthetics and overall health.

Get the Snipd
podcast app

Unlock the knowledge in podcasts with the podcast player of the future.
App store bannerPlay store banner

AI-powered
podcast player

Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features

Discover
highlights

Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode

Save any
moment

Hear something you like? Tap your headphones to save it with AI-generated key takeaways

Share
& Export

Send highlights to Twitter, WhatsApp or export them to Notion, Readwise & more

AI-powered
podcast player

Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features

Discover
highlights

Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode