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Sep 22, 2023 • 50min

S3E1: Finding Your Flow & The New Science of Peak Performance Ageing w Steven Kotler

In Season 3, Episode 1, Dr. Marc Bubbs interviews Steven Kotler, a New York Times-bestselling author, an award-winning journalist and the founder and executive director of the Flow Research Collective.   Steven is one of the world’s leading experts on peak performance ageing and he explores this in his new book Gnar Country, Growing Old and Staying Rad.   LINKS TO STEVEN WORK: Website: https://www.stevenkotler.com/ Twitter (X): https://twitter.com/steven_kotler   FOLLOW DR BUBBS: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbubbs/ Twitter: twitter.com/DrBubbs​​​​​​​ Website: DrBubbs.com   BOOKS: PEAK40: The New Science of Midlife Health for a Leaner, Stronger Body and Sharper Mind
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Dec 22, 2022 • 45min

S2E8: 9 Tips for Better Immunity & The Science of Staying Well w Dr. Jenna Macciochi, PhD

Dr. Jenna Macciochi, Immunologist at Sussex University & Author of Immunity: The Science of Staying Well, discusses the interaction between nutrition, lifestyle, and the immune system. Topics covered include the components of the immune system, the role of gut bacteria, the impact of the environment on the immune system, and the connection between self-compassion and immune health.
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Dec 9, 2022 • 47min

S2E7: The Great Age Reboot: 8 Tips for Cracking the Longevity Code w Dr. Michael Roizen, MD

In Season 2, Episode #7, Dr. Marc Bubbs interviews renonwed director of the Cleveland Clinic and 5x NY Times best-selling author Dr. Michael Roizen, MD to discuss his new book The Great Age Reboot: Cracking the Longevity Code for a Younger Tomorrow   ABOUT DR. ROISEN: Website: Cleveland Clinic Twitter: Dr. Roizen   Question About Longevity? Share in comments below.
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Nov 11, 2022 • 27min

S2E6: 5 Key Blood Tests to Assess Your Metabolic Health w Dr. Maurer

In Season 2, Episode #6, Marc Bubbs interviews Dr. Richard Maurer, ND, to discuss key lab tests for assessing your metabolic health as you age.   ABOUT DR.MAURER: Twitter: https://twitter.com/DrRichardMaurer   PEAK40 Nutrition Coaching: Join our PRE-SALE list to be the first to hear about the spring/fall PEAK40 coaching groups: Pre-Sale list for Women Pre-Sale list for Men
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Apr 29, 2022 • 34min

S2E5: Navigating Menopause, Midlife Hormone Shifts & Finding Happiness w Liz Earle

Liz Earle, a British writer and entrepreneur, discusses menopause and her best-selling book. They cover misconceptions about menopause, prioritizing tasks, and supporting bone and muscle health. The benefits of exercise and being in nature are highlighted. They also talk about the impact of estrogen and the benefits of hormone replacement therapy. Helpful resources for navigating perimenopause and menopause are shared.
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Feb 8, 2022 • 38min

S2E4: Kids, Play & How Recess Quality Impacts Behaviour & Cognition w Dr. William Massey, PhD

In Season 2, Episode #4 of the PEAK40 podcast, Marc Bubbs interviews psychologist Dr. William Massey, PhD, assistant professor at the College of Public Health and Human Sciences at Oregon State University to discuss kids play, recess at school and its benefit on mental, social, and behavioural health.   ABOUT DR. MASSEY: Oregon State University: https://health.oregonstate.edu/people/william-massey Twitter: https://twitter.com/wvmassey EPISODE SPONSOR: JAMIESON VITAMINS Save 10% OFF your order using the promo code BUBBS at checkout. www.jamiesonvitamins.com   PEAK40 Nutrition Coaching: Join our PRE-SALE list to be the first to hear about the spring/fall PEAK40 coaching groups: Pre-Sale list for Women Pre-Sale list for Men
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Jan 14, 2022 • 28min

S2E3: Why We Eat (Too Much) - The New Science of Appetite w Dr. Andrew Jenkison, MD

In Season 2, Episode #3 of the PEAK40 podcast, Marc Bubbs interviews bariatric surgeon Dr. Andrew Jenkinson, MD to discuss the role of appetite and weight gain in hi new book Why We Eat (Too Much) - The New Science of Appetite,   SUMMARY Of EPISODE: 4:35 – Obesity resistant, vulnerable or sensitive? 8:35 – What two factors impact our bodyweight ‘set point’? 10:55 – Satiety hormones impacted by bariatric surgery 12:30 – The key role of protein in satiety and health 20:00 – Natural saturated fat intake vs. processed food 25:08 – Sedentary living and risk of type-2 diabetes 26:20 – Dr. Jenkinson’s tips for better health in 2022   ABOUT DR. JENKINSON: Website: https://www.whyweeattoomuch.co.uk/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/mradjenkinson1   Question About Appetite? Share in comments below.   >> New PEAK40 Nutrition Coaching group in 2022! We’re onboarding our next coaching group from January 10th to 31st. Learn more at DrBubbs.com/PEAK40 >> Save $50 OFF with code LEVELUP22   You can also join our PRE-SALE list to be the first to hear about the spring/fall groups in 2022: Pre-Sale list for Women Pre-Sale list for Men
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Dec 21, 2021 • 29min

S2E2: Covid19 & Building Better Immunity with Nutrition, Movement and Lifestyle Changes w Dr. Gleeson, PhD

In Season 2, Episode #2 of the PEAK40 podcast, Marc Bubbs interviews  emeritus professor Dr. Michael Gleeson, PhD of Loughborough University to discuss his work in exercise immunology, how to support a robust immune system, and the role of muscle and body-fat in immunity.   SUMMARY OF EPISODE:  3:00 – Professor Michael Gleeson research background 7:40 – Covid19, immune tolerance and how to help protect yourself? 10:25 – How to support a robust immune system 11:15 – Probiotics, gut health and immunity 12:20 – Anti-inflammatory effect of exercise 16:13 – Does HIIT training really improve weight loss? 19:40 – Time-efficient benefits of HIIT for improving health 21:30 – Why understanding nutrition ‘principles’ is key for long-term weight loss 28:20 – Late-eating, alcohol intake and immune function   ABOUT PROFESSOR GLEESON: Website: https://sites.google.com/view/prof4health/home Twitter: https://twitter.com/profmikegleeson   DR. BUBBS BOOKS: PEAK40 - The New Science of Midlife Health for a Leaner, Stronger Body and Sharper Mind PEAK: The New Science of Athletic Performance That Is Revolutionizing Sport (#1 BEST SELLER)    Subscribe to 'PEAK40 WEEKLY' - Simple, actionable insights!
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Dec 2, 2021 • 39min

S2E1: 5 Key Biomarkers for Metabolic Health (& Reducing Heart Attack Risk) w Dr. Ovadia, MD

In Season 2, Episode #1 of the PEAK40 podcast, Marc Bubbs interviews heart surgeon and author Dr. Philip Ovadia, MD, to discuss the connection between better metabolic health and heart disease risk.   Dr. Ovadia outlines 5 key biomarkers you can track to assess your metabolic health and how nutrition, exercise and lifestyle factors can improve your metabolic and heart health.   SUMMARY OF EPISODE: 2:30 – Dr. Ovadia background and why prevention is the best medicine 6:25 – The connection between metabolic health and heart disease risk 8:24 – 95% chance of not being metabolically healthy if you’re overweight 10:05 – The modern food environment and impacts on metabolic health 12:25 – How LDL cholesterol versus metabolic syndrome stack up as  and heart disease risk 17:00 – 5 key biomarkers for assessing your metabolic health 22:20 – Healthcare system challenges: too many sick people, not enough doctors 24:56 – Principles vs. strategies: why ‘understanding’ is key 28:45 – Exercise, strength and how it supports better metabolic health 33:40 – Dr. Ovadia story about struggling with lifelong weight loss challenges.   ABOUT DR. OVADIA Website: ovadiahearthealth.com Book: Stay Off My Operating Table Twitter: ifixhearts   Subscribe 'PEAK40 WEEKLY' - Simple, actionable insights!
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Jul 15, 2021 • 27min

S1E10: Blood Tests, Biomarkers & What’s Most Likely to Kill You in Midlife

In episode 10, Dr. Marc Bubbs discusses how a few simple tests at your annual physical can provide you with great insights on your current health status and disease risk (without having to spend extra hundreds of dollars on testing).    Marc shares clips from best-selling author Dr. Cate Shanahan, MD, along with insights from Associate Professor at National University Of Health Sciences Dr. Fraser Smith, ND, and expert in biomarkers for longevity. Dr. Richard Maurer, ND.   >> Looking for a deeper dive? My new book PEAK40 is available now. >> Looking for support? Check out PEAK40 Nutrition Coaching for Men and Women.

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